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BIO

Broadway: Escape to Margaritaville, School of Rock (Dewey Finn), Shrek: The Musical (Shrek Standby), Peter & The Starcatcher (Ted) 1st National Tours: Shrek: The Musical (Shrek), 25th Annual...Spelling Bee (Barfee). Television: "Kirstie" (series regular), "Big Bang Theory," "Modern Family," "NCIS," "CSI," "Law & Order," "Law & Order: SVU," "GCB," "The Brittany Murphy Story," and the Disney Channel shows "Jessie," "Kirby Buckets," and "Pair of Kings." Upcoming Coen Bros film The Ballad Of Buster Scruggs. Regional: La Jolla Playhouse, Barn Theatre, North Shore Music Theatre. Graduate of Bradley University.

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Escape to Margaritaville Escape to Margaritaville
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Brick
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2006
William Barfee
Billy Bishop Goes to War
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Performer

Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 1981 - Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre

Eric PetersonBilly Bishop Goes To War

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EMILY GOGLIA PRESENTS THE LIMELIGHT CLUB Continues at the Moon Room Photo
EMILY GOGLIA PRESENTS THE LIMELIGHT CLUB Continues at the Moon Room
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024

Emily Goglia Presents The Limelight Club will continue at The Moon Room on Melrose this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here and find out how to get tickets!
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42 Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE… 
The Royal Conservatory Goes INTO THE WOODS This Holiday Season Photo
The Royal Conservatory Goes INTO THE WOODS This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2024

The Royal Conservatory announced a holiday production of INTO THE WOODS, offering audiences a chance to experience the classic musical during the festive season.
Exclusive: Listen to 'Bronson Don't Sing' From CHARLES BRONSON: MORE THAN A VIGILANTE Photo
Exclusive: Listen to 'Bronson Don't Sing' From CHARLES BRONSON: MORE THAN A VIGILANTE THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2024

Get an exclusive first listen to 'Broson Don't Sing' from Charles Bronson: More Than A Vigilante - The Musical album.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 in August Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 in August, featuring Broadway's rising stars. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to Green Room 42 in July Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to Green Room 42 in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 29, 2024

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from Hell's Kitchen, Suffs, The Wiz, Water For Elephants, Cats: “the Jellicle Ball”, Back To The Future, and The Heart Of Rock And Roll.
Winners Announced for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards Photo
Winners Announced for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) has announced the winners of the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, celebrating excellence in Toronto's performing arts community.
SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards Photo
SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to The Green Room 42 on May 20th Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to The Green Room 42 on May 20th
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024

 AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  The Wiz, The Notebook, Back To The Future, & Juliet, The Great Gatsby, and Lempicka.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2024

Join the much-anticipated return of AT THIS PERFORMANCE at The Green Room 42 on Monday, April 22, 2024. Experience an unforgettable night of Broadway magic.
World Premiere Of THE FIXING GIRL Comes to the Young People's Theatre Photo
World Premiere Of THE FIXING GIRL Comes to the Young People's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2024

This April, Young People's Theatre will present the much-anticipated world premiere of The Fixing Girl from celebrated UK playwright Kevin Dyer.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024

The show will feature standbys, understudies, and alternates from various Broadway hits like DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, BACK TO THE FUTURE-THE MUSICAL, and more.
Review: UNCLE VANYA at CAA Theatre Photo
Review: UNCLE VANYA at CAA Theatre
by Samantha Wu - Feb 12, 2024

Crow's Theatre presents a world-premiere adaptation of Anton Chekhov's classic Uncle Vanya, adapted by Liisa Repo-Martell and directed by Chris Abraham, playing now at the CAA Theatre until February 25, 2024. What has always been an intensely emotional story brimming with familial trauma gets a revival that is fresh with smart comedic timing and unrequited passion. This sumptuous performance is something a theatre lover will not want to miss.
THE BIG FAT BROADWAY SHOW Featuring 20 Performers to be Presented at the El Portal Th Photo
THE BIG FAT BROADWAY SHOW Featuring 20 Performers to be Presented at the El Portal Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2024

Broadway to the Rescue goes back to its roots with THE BIG FAT BROADWAY SHOW at the El Portal Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Crow's Theatre Presents UNCLE VANYA By Anton Chekhov Photo
Video: Crow's Theatre Presents UNCLE VANYA By Anton Chekhov
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024

See video highlights of the spellbinding new adaptation and production from Crow’s Theatre of Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov, adapted by Liisa Repo-Martell and directed by Chris Abraham. Uncle Vanya will be performed February 2 to 25, 2024, at the CAA Theatre. Tickets are now on sale at mirvish.com or by calling 1.800.461.3333.
Cast Members From HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, MJ & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMAN Photo
Cast Members From HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, MJ & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2024

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, HARMONY, MJ THE MUSICAL, and KIMBERLY AKIMBO. Join us on Monday, February 19th at 7 PM for an evening of Broadway talent.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2023

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  Hamilton; Merrily We Roll Along; Harmony; Here We Are;  Purlie Victorious; The Gardens Of Anuncia; Into The Woods and Here Lies Love.        
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 12, 2023

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, THE BOOK OF MORMON, NEW YORK, NEW YORK, WAITRESS, TITANIQUE, and SAW THE MUSICAL: THE UNAUTHORIZED PARODY. Join us on Monday, November 20th at 7 PM for this monthly residency showcasing Broadway talent.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Celebrate Its 20th Anniversary This Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Celebrate Its 20th Anniversary This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 1, 2023

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... will celebrate its 20th anniversary at The Green Room 42 with Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from various Broadway shows on October 23rd at 7 PM.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Eric Peterson been in?

Eric Peterson has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Eric Peterson been in?

Eric Peterson has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Eric Peterson been nominated for?

and Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre (Olivier Awards) for Billy Bishop Goes To War.

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