Ethan Slater
Latest News on Ethan Slater:
Video: Sing-Along to 'The Wizard and I' in New WICKED Promo (Dec 18, 2024)
Ariana Grande Would 'Love' to Perform With Cynthia Erivo at the Oscars (Dec 18, 2024)
WICKED Movie Screenplay Now Available for Free Online (Dec 16, 2024)
Video: Sing-Along to 'The Wizard and I' in New WICKED Promo (Dec 18, 2024)
Ariana Grande Would 'Love' to Perform With Cynthia Erivo at the Oscars (Dec 18, 2024)
WICKED Movie Screenplay Now Available for Free Online (Dec 16, 2024)
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
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[ 2016 ] Ronny Goldstein
[ 2016 ] Ronny Goldstein
The Man Behind the Camera
[ 2021 ] Gerald
[ 2021 ] Gerald
Awards and Nominations
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Leading Actor in a Musical
Ethan Slater, SpongeBob SquarePants
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Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Ethan Slater, SpongeBob SquarePants
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Ethan Slater, SpongeBob SquarePants
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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
Video: WICKED Holiday Light Show Illuminates Utah With 'Defying Gravity' & More
by Michael Major - Dec 12, 2024
Video: SPONGEBOB's Ethan Slater & Stephanie Hsu Reunite on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024
Video: Ariana Grande & Paul Mescal Talk 'Glicked' for Variety's Actors on Actors Series
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024
Video: WICKED Film Choreographer Releases 'What Is This Feeling?' Dance Tutorial
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 8, 2024
Video: WICKED Movie Editor Myron Kerstein Offers Behind-the-Scenes Insights
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 6, 2024
Video: Sabrina Carpenter Sings WICKED Movie's 'Defying Gravity' Riff
by Michael Major - Nov 29, 2024
Video: Bowen Yang, Charli xcx, & More Impersonate Celebrities in WICKED Movie Audition Sketch on SNL
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 17, 2024
Video: Ariana Grande Does Vocal Impressions in SNL Monologue Song with Bowen Yang as 'Glinda'
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 13, 2024
Video: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Talk WICKED in 'Moments Worth Paying For' Campaign Video
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 6, 2024
Video: Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande Use WICKED Lyrics to Present at Oscars
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2024
Video: How Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Convinced Michelle Yeoh to Join WICKED
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024
News
Video: Sing-Along to 'The Wizard and I' in New WICKED Promo
Sing along with Elphaba in a new promo for Wicked! Beginning on December 25, audiences are invited to sing along with the movie musical in interactive screenings. Check out the new clip of The Wizard and I from the movie now.
Sing along with Elphaba in a new promo for Wicked! Beginning on December 25, audiences are invited to sing along with the movie musical in interactive screenings. Check out the new clip of The Wizard and I from the movie now.
Ariana Grande Would 'Love' to Perform With Cynthia Erivo at the Oscars
With all eyes on Wicked this award season, buzz is circulating about what's in store for the film at the 2025 Oscars. Ariana Grande shared that she would be open to performing with co-star Cynthia Erivo at the ceremony.
With all eyes on Wicked this award season, buzz is circulating about what's in store for the film at the 2025 Oscars. Ariana Grande shared that she would be open to performing with co-star Cynthia Erivo at the ceremony.
WICKED Movie Screenplay Now Available for Free Online
Fans of Wicked can now experience the new film in a whole new way. The full script has been released online and is available to read for free. Readers of the screenplay will be able to discover some content that didn't make it into the final cut.
Fans of Wicked can now experience the new film in a whole new way. The full script has been released online and is available to read for free. Readers of the screenplay will be able to discover some content that didn't make it into the final cut.
WICKED: PART TWO Receives New Title
Wicked: Part Two has a title! Rather than opting for a 'Part Two' subtitle, the filmmakers have decided to call the movie Wicked: For Good, an obvious reference to Elphaba and Glinda's musical number in Act 2 of the stage show.
Wicked: Part Two has a title! Rather than opting for a 'Part Two' subtitle, the filmmakers have decided to call the movie Wicked: For Good, an obvious reference to Elphaba and Glinda's musical number in Act 2 of the stage show.
Los cines de España ofrecerán sesiones Sing-Along de WICKED el 1 de enero
WICKED, la adaptación cinematográfica del fenómeno teatral que ya se ha convertido en uno de los grandes éxitos del año, ofrecerá en algunos cines de España sesiones Sing-Along de la versión original subtitulado en español el 1 de enero de 2025 para que el público pueda cantar las canciones junto con sus personajes favoritos de la película.
WICKED, la adaptación cinematográfica del fenómeno teatral que ya se ha convertido en uno de los grandes éxitos del año, ofrecerá en algunos cines de España sesiones Sing-Along de la versión original subtitulado en español el 1 de enero de 2025 para que el público pueda cantar las canciones junto con sus personajes favoritos de la película.
Video: WICKED Dolls Star in New Stop-Motion 'Popular' Video
When someone needs a makeover, she simply has to take over! Glinda's 'Popular' is taking on a whole new life with a new reimagining of the iconic Wicked number featuring the Glinda and Elphaba dolls. Watch it now!
When someone needs a makeover, she simply has to take over! Glinda's 'Popular' is taking on a whole new life with a new reimagining of the iconic Wicked number featuring the Glinda and Elphaba dolls. Watch it now!
WICKED Surpasses $500 Million Worldwide
The Wicked film has officially surpassed $500 million worldwide. As of this past weekend, the musical adaptation has generated $359 million domestically and more than $524 million worldwide to date.
The Wicked film has officially surpassed $500 million worldwide. As of this past weekend, the musical adaptation has generated $359 million domestically and more than $524 million worldwide to date.
Kristin Chenoweth Calls Out One Million Moms for 'Hate' Following Petition Against WICKED Film
Kristin Chenoweth has called out hate group One Million Moms for starting a petition against the Wicked film for 'pushing the LGBTQ agenda on families, particularly children.'
Kristin Chenoweth has called out hate group One Million Moms for starting a petition against the Wicked film for 'pushing the LGBTQ agenda on families, particularly children.'
Cynthia Erivo Addresses Rumors of Limited Run in WICKED on Broadway
In an interview with Deadline, Cynthia Erivo addressed the rumor that she and Ariana Grande would reprise their roles in Wicked on Broadway for a limited run next year.
In an interview with Deadline, Cynthia Erivo addressed the rumor that she and Ariana Grande would reprise their roles in Wicked on Broadway for a limited run next year.
Video: A WICKED Adon Olam at Park Avenue Synagogue
With the success of the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked, Park Avenue Synagogue recently presented an Adam Olam to the tune of 'Popular.' Watch the performance here!
With the success of the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked, Park Avenue Synagogue recently presented an Adam Olam to the tune of 'Popular.' Watch the performance here!
WICKED Outpacing MOANA 2 in Weekday Showings
As Wicked ends its third week in theaters, the movie musical continues to do well with moviegoers. In Monday through Thursday showings, Wicked is outperforming Moana 2, with Wicked amassing a $3 million gross on Thursday against Moana 2's $2.2 million.
As Wicked ends its third week in theaters, the movie musical continues to do well with moviegoers. In Monday through Thursday showings, Wicked is outperforming Moana 2, with Wicked amassing a $3 million gross on Thursday against Moana 2's $2.2 million.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 16, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
WICKED Stars Dish on Cut Scene With Shirtless Jonathan Bailey & Ethan Slater
A cut Wicked scene featured a shirtless Jonathan Bailey and Ethan Slater as Fiyero and Boq. Watch a video of Bowen Yang telling Trisha Paytas' about the scene, with Marissa Bode later elaborating on what audiences missed out on.
A cut Wicked scene featured a shirtless Jonathan Bailey and Ethan Slater as Fiyero and Boq. Watch a video of Bowen Yang telling Trisha Paytas' about the scene, with Marissa Bode later elaborating on what audiences missed out on.
Video: Behind the Lens of WICKED with Cinematographer Alice Brooks
In a new featurette, Wicked cinematographer Alice Brooks takes viewers behind the lens as she discusses the choices behind the lighting for Glinda and Elphaba in Part One. Watch the video now!
In a new featurette, Wicked cinematographer Alice Brooks takes viewers behind the lens as she discusses the choices behind the lighting for Glinda and Elphaba in Part One. Watch the video now!
Video: WICKED Holiday Light Show Illuminates Utah With 'Defying Gravity' & More
A new video shows a Utah home's holiday lights display synchronized to songs from the Wicked movie, including 'No One Mourns the Wicked,' 'Dancing Through Life,' 'What Is This Feeling?,' 'Popular,' and 'Defying Gravity.'
A new video shows a Utah home's holiday lights display synchronized to songs from the Wicked movie, including 'No One Mourns the Wicked,' 'Dancing Through Life,' 'What Is This Feeling?,' 'Popular,' and 'Defying Gravity.'
WICKED Author Gregory Maguire Says Lesbian Subtext is 'Intentional'
WICKED author Gregory Maguire has confirmed that lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba is an intentional feature of their relationship.
WICKED author Gregory Maguire has confirmed that lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba is an intentional feature of their relationship.
Video: SPONGEBOB's Ethan Slater & Stephanie Hsu Reunite on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
It's a Spongebob musical reunion! Ethan Slater and Stephanie Hsu, who starred in the original Broadway production of the musical, both visited The Kelly Clarkson Show to discuss their latest projects, Wicked and Laid. Watch the appearance now!
It's a Spongebob musical reunion! Ethan Slater and Stephanie Hsu, who starred in the original Broadway production of the musical, both visited The Kelly Clarkson Show to discuss their latest projects, Wicked and Laid. Watch the appearance now!
Video: WICKED Movie Singalong Tickets Available Now
Get ready to sing along with Wicked! Select movie theaters will host special sing-a-long screenings of the new Wicked movie starting on December 25. Watch a video announcement encouraging Wicked fans to buy tickets, on sale now!
Get ready to sing along with Wicked! Select movie theaters will host special sing-a-long screenings of the new Wicked movie starting on December 25. Watch a video announcement encouraging Wicked fans to buy tickets, on sale now!
Video: Ariana Grande & Paul Mescal Talk 'Glicked' for Variety's Actors on Actors Series
For Variety's Actors on Actors series, Ariana Grande and Paul Mescal sat down to discuss the 'Glicked' phenomenon, working with Ridley Scott, and being in awe of Cynthia Erivo. Watch the full conversation!
For Variety's Actors on Actors series, Ariana Grande and Paul Mescal sat down to discuss the 'Glicked' phenomenon, working with Ridley Scott, and being in awe of Cynthia Erivo. Watch the full conversation!
Mirela Cabero estará en directo con BroadwayWorld Spain este domingo
El próximo domingo 15 de diciembre a las 15.00h en el Instagram oficial de BroadwayWorld Spain la actriz y cantante Mirela Cabero estará en directo para hablarnos de su trabajo en la película WICKED como voz cantada de Elphaba.
El próximo domingo 15 de diciembre a las 15.00h en el Instagram oficial de BroadwayWorld Spain la actriz y cantante Mirela Cabero estará en directo para hablarnos de su trabajo en la película WICKED como voz cantada de Elphaba.
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 several awards including 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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