Ethan Slater
Latest News on Ethan Slater:
WICKED Movie Attractions in the Works at Universal Theme Parks (Feb 21, 2025)
Lady Gaga Thinks She's More of an Elphaba Than Glinda; Confirms WICKED Rumor (Feb 19, 2025)
WICKED Movie to Begin Streaming on Peacock in March With Bonus Content (Feb 19, 2025)
WICKED Movie Attractions in the Works at Universal Theme Parks (Feb 21, 2025)
Lady Gaga Thinks She's More of an Elphaba Than Glinda; Confirms WICKED Rumor (Feb 19, 2025)
WICKED Movie to Begin Streaming on Peacock in March With Bonus Content (Feb 19, 2025)
BIO
Ethan Slater is an American actor, singer, writer, and composer best known for his role as SpongeBob SquarePants in the musical of the same name, for which he received a Tony Award nomination for the Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical category. He also appeared as The Historian/Prince Herbert in the 2023 Broadway revival of Spamalot, and Lee Harvey Oswald/The Balladeer in the 2021 Classic Stage Company revival of Assassins.
Other credits include the World Premiere of SpongeBob in Chicago (BroadwayWorld Chicago Best Actor Award), and "Modell" in Diner at DTC (Dir. Kathleen Marshall); Off-Broadway: Baghdaddy (St. Luke's), PEMDAS (59e59), Claudio Quest (NYMF), What We Know (Teatro Circulo), Independents (FringeNYC); Film: "Lightning Bugs in a Jar" (Cannes 2015), "EVOL"; Web Series: "Redheads Anonymous", "New Mayor of New York". Ethan is a Vassar graduate and member of OYL. More at EthanSlater.com.
Slater will play Boq in the film adaptation of Wicked, with Part One scheduled for release in November 2024.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Evol
[ 2016 ] Ronny Goldstein
[ 2016 ] Ronny Goldstein
The Man Behind the Camera
[ 2021 ] Gerald
[ 2021 ] Gerald
Wicked
[ 2024 ] Boq
[ 2024 ] Boq
Lost on a Mountain in Maine
[ 2024 ] Henry
[ 2024 ] Henry
Wicked
[ 2024 ] Boq
[ 2024 ] Boq
Lost on a Mountain in Maine
[ 2024 ] Henry
[ 2024 ] Henry
Awards and Nominations
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Leading Actor in a Musical
Ethan Slater, SpongeBob SquarePants
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Ethan Slater, SpongeBob SquarePants
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Ethan Slater, SpongeBob SquarePants
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance
Ethan Slater, SpongeBob SquarePants
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Ethan Slater, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical
Videos
Videos: Paul Tazewell, Nathan Crowley, & Lee Sandales Accept BAFTAs for WICKED Movie
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-18 14:19:00
Video: Cynthia Erivo Performs 'Defying Gravity' in WICKED Movie Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-10 11:53:23
Video: Ariana Grande Talks WICKED Oscar Nom, Sings 'Defying Gravity' Riff on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-06 11:10:25
Video: Cynthia Erivo Talks WICKED Oscar Nomination, Elphaba’s Songs, & More on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-01-28 12:11:14
Video: Nikki Glaser Performs WICKED Parody 'Pope-ular' at the Golden Globes
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-01-06 11:09:32
Video: Exclusive Clip Reveals WICKED's Journey from Broadway to Big Screen
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-30 11:08:28
Video: New Footage From Ariana Grande's WICKED Audition Released
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-26 13:42:29
Video: Behind the Lens of WICKED with Cinematographer Alice Brooks
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-12 17:23:41
Video: WICKED Holiday Light Show Illuminates Utah With 'Defying Gravity' & More
by Michael Major - 2024-12-12 11:10:59
News
WICKED Movie Attractions in the Works at Universal Theme Parks
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 21, 2025
Univeral's theme park chief Mark Woodbury has revealed that the highly successful Wicked movie will serve as the inspiration for secret 'significant attractions' that may come to the company's theme parks in the future.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 21, 2025
Univeral's theme park chief Mark Woodbury has revealed that the highly successful Wicked movie will serve as the inspiration for secret 'significant attractions' that may come to the company's theme parks in the future.
Lady Gaga Thinks She's More of an Elphaba Than Glinda; Confirms WICKED Rumor
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2025
Lady Gaga has revealed that she sees herself as more of an Elphaba than Glinda. While being asked about an old rumor that she used to sing Wicked in her school's cafeteria, Gaga revealed that she felt closer to the Wicked Witch of the West.
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2025
Lady Gaga has revealed that she sees herself as more of an Elphaba than Glinda. While being asked about an old rumor that she used to sing Wicked in her school's cafeteria, Gaga revealed that she felt closer to the Wicked Witch of the West.
WICKED Movie to Begin Streaming on Peacock in March With Bonus Content
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2025
Wicked will begin streaming on Peacock next month. The blockbuster film adaptation of the hit musical will be available to Peacock subscribers in March, along with the sing-along version and other bonus content.
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2025
Wicked will begin streaming on Peacock next month. The blockbuster film adaptation of the hit musical will be available to Peacock subscribers in March, along with the sing-along version and other bonus content.
Videos: Paul Tazewell, Nathan Crowley, & Lee Sandales Accept BAFTAs for WICKED Movie
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 18, 2025
This past weekend, the Wicked movie won Best Costume Design and Production Design at the BAFTA Film Awards. During the ceremony, costume designer Paul Tazewell and production designers Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales took the stage to accept the awards. Watch their acceptance speeches here!
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 18, 2025
This past weekend, the Wicked movie won Best Costume Design and Production Design at the BAFTA Film Awards. During the ceremony, costume designer Paul Tazewell and production designers Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales took the stage to accept the awards. Watch their acceptance speeches here!
WICKED: PART 1 to Screen at The Avalon Theatre in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2025
John M. Chu's tour-de-force film WICKED: PART 1 will screen atThe Avalon Theatre on Thursday, February 27 at 7:00 pm. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2025
John M. Chu's tour-de-force film WICKED: PART 1 will screen atThe Avalon Theatre on Thursday, February 27 at 7:00 pm. Learn more!
Ariana Grande Shares BTS Video of Stephen Schwartz's WICKED Movie Cameo
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2025
Ariana Grande has taken to Instagram to share a new behind-the-scenes look at Stephen Schwartz on the Wicked film set. Her post also includes several other clips with co-stars Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, and Ethan Slater.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2025
Ariana Grande has taken to Instagram to share a new behind-the-scenes look at Stephen Schwartz on the Wicked film set. Her post also includes several other clips with co-stars Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, and Ethan Slater.
WICKED, OH, MARY!, THE OUTSIDERS And More Take Home Artios Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025
Casting Society honored excellence in casting across feature film, television (scripted and unscripted), commercials and theater at the 40th Annual Artios Awards. Several theatrical productions including Oh, Mary! and The Outsiders took home honors.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025
Casting Society honored excellence in casting across feature film, television (scripted and unscripted), commercials and theater at the 40th Annual Artios Awards. Several theatrical productions including Oh, Mary! and The Outsiders took home honors.
Ben Vereen, Christine Pedi, and Tony Yazbeck to Join York Theatre Spring Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
The York Theatre will present their Spring Gala, a special one-night-only concert featuring Ben Vereen, Christine Pedi, and Tony Yazbeck. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
The York Theatre will present their Spring Gala, a special one-night-only concert featuring Ben Vereen, Christine Pedi, and Tony Yazbeck. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
Ariana Grande Has Received Multiple Film Offers Including SPACEBALLS Sequel Role
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2025
Following the success of the Wicked movie, Ariana Grande has received multiple offers for upcoming film projects, including Josh Gad's Spaceballs sequel.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2025
Following the success of the Wicked movie, Ariana Grande has received multiple offers for upcoming film projects, including Josh Gad's Spaceballs sequel.
Video: Cynthia Erivo Performs 'Defying Gravity' in WICKED Movie Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2025
On CBS Sunday Morning, the television program shared a clip of Oscar-nominee Cynthia Erivo performing the iconic song Defying Gravity from Wicked. Watch the clip now!
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2025
On CBS Sunday Morning, the television program shared a clip of Oscar-nominee Cynthia Erivo performing the iconic song Defying Gravity from Wicked. Watch the clip now!
Marc Platt Wanted Just One WICKED Movie with an Intermission- 'That Was One Battle I Lost'
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2025
Platt revealed his original plan for the films at nominees breakfast for the Producers Guild of America. “I remember going to the movies as a kid and watching musicals or Lawrence of Arabia that had intermissions in it, and that was actually my dream for Wicked, that we could do it with intermission. That was one battle I lost.”
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2025
Platt revealed his original plan for the films at nominees breakfast for the Producers Guild of America. “I remember going to the movies as a kid and watching musicals or Lawrence of Arabia that had intermissions in it, and that was actually my dream for Wicked, that we could do it with intermission. That was one battle I lost.”
Rialto Chatter: Will A WICKED Medley Kick Off The 2025 Academy Awards?
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2025
There is much rumor and speculotion that a Wicked medley will open the 2025 Academy Awards, featuring stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2025
There is much rumor and speculotion that a Wicked medley will open the 2025 Academy Awards, featuring stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
WICKED Movie Soundtrack Sets Exclusive Record Store Day Edition
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2025
For Record Store Day 2025, Universal will drop a new limited and numbered 2 LP set of the Wicked soundtrack, this time pressed on green glitter and pink glitter vinyl with a bonus track.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2025
For Record Store Day 2025, Universal will drop a new limited and numbered 2 LP set of the Wicked soundtrack, this time pressed on green glitter and pink glitter vinyl with a bonus track.
Video: Ariana Grande Talks WICKED Oscar Nom, Sings 'Defying Gravity' Riff on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2025
On a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ariana Grande discussed her Oscar nomination for Wicked, recalled singing a song from Rent at an elderly home as a kid, and played an improv singing game. Watch her appearance on the show now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2025
On a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ariana Grande discussed her Oscar nomination for Wicked, recalled singing a song from Rent at an elderly home as a kid, and played an improv singing game. Watch her appearance on the show now.
Ethan Slater, Jinkx Monsoon, And More To Present At The 40th Annual Artios Awards In New York
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025
The 40th Annual Artios Awards will take place on Wednesday, February 12th at the Edison Ballroom in New York City, the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, and White City House in London.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025
The 40th Annual Artios Awards will take place on Wednesday, February 12th at the Edison Ballroom in New York City, the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, and White City House in London.
Video: WICKED Movie Deleted Scenes Now Available for Free
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 31, 2025
In a new video, Universal has made all deleted scenes from the Wicked movie available for free. The nearly nine-minute compilation video features several moments cut from the film, including more interactions between Glinda and Elphaba. Watch them now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 31, 2025
In a new video, Universal has made all deleted scenes from the Wicked movie available for free. The nearly nine-minute compilation video features several moments cut from the film, including more interactions between Glinda and Elphaba. Watch them now!
Idina Menzel & Kristin Chenoweth Get WICKED Movie Funko Pops
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 29, 2025
Good news! Two fan-favorite cameos from the Wicked movie have received new Funko Pop! figures. As part of the Wicked line, a two-pack of the Emerald City Players- played by original Wicked stars Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth in the 2024- are up for pre-order.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 29, 2025
Good news! Two fan-favorite cameos from the Wicked movie have received new Funko Pop! figures. As part of the Wicked line, a two-pack of the Emerald City Players- played by original Wicked stars Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth in the 2024- are up for pre-order.
WICKED supera el millón de espectadores en España
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Jan 29, 2025
La primera parte de WICKED ya ha superado el millón de espectadores en España, con una recaudación en nuestro país de más de siete millones de euros.
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Jan 29, 2025
La primera parte de WICKED ya ha superado el millón de espectadores en España, con una recaudación en nuestro país de más de siete millones de euros.
Video: Cynthia Erivo Talks WICKED Oscar Nomination, Elphaba’s Songs, & More on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 28, 2025
On a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live! Wicked star Cynthia Erivo talked about receiving an Oscar nomination for her performance, how she made Elphaba's songs her own, and more. Watch the interview here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 28, 2025
On a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live! Wicked star Cynthia Erivo talked about receiving an Oscar nomination for her performance, how she made Elphaba's songs her own, and more. Watch the interview here!
Video: Jon M. Chu Reacts to WICKED's 10 Oscar Nominations
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025
On Thursday, January 23, Rachel Sennott and Bowen Yang revealed the 97th Oscars nominations in all 23 Academy Award categories. Watch Jon M. Chu react to Wicked's 10 Academy Award nominations in the video here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025
On Thursday, January 23, Rachel Sennott and Bowen Yang revealed the 97th Oscars nominations in all 23 Academy Award categories. Watch Jon M. Chu react to Wicked's 10 Academy Award nominations in the video here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ethan Slater been in?
Ethan Slater has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Ethan Slater been in?
Ethan Slater has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Ethan Slater been nominated for?
Best Leading Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical.
What awards has Ethan Slater won?
Ethan Slater has won the following awards: Best Leading Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, and Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants.
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