News on your favorite shows, specials & more!
Francois Battiste Headshot

Francois Battiste

read more news

Get Francois Battiste Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

BIO

Francois Battiste was born in 1977 in the USA. He is an actor, known for Person of Interest (2011), Station 19 (2018) and Evil (2019). He has been married to Shevawn Nicole Beacham since June 28, 2009.

Photos

STAGE CREDITS

Here We Are Here We Are
[Off-Broadway]
The Shed Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Performer
Epiphany Epiphany
[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Off-Broadway Premiere, 2022
Charlie
Jitney Jitney
[US Tour]
National Tour, 2019
Booster
Paradise Blue Paradise Blue
[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Perfomer
Head of Passes Head of Passes
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater New York Premiere, 2016
Aubrey
Bronx Bombers Bronx Bombers
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2014
Jackson
Elston Howard
Magic/Bird Magic/Bird
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Performer
The Winter's Tale The Winter's Tale
[Off-Broadway]
Shakespeare In The Park Revival, 2010
Performer
The Merchant of Venice The Merchant of Venice
[Off-Broadway]
Shakespeare In The Park Revival, 2010
Performer
Broke-ology Broke-ology
[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Production, 2009
Ennis King
10 Things To Do Before I Die
[Off-Broadway]
2009
Jason
The Good Negro
[Off-Broadway]
2009
Pelzie Sullivan
Prelude to a Kiss Prelude to a Kiss
[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2007
Jamaican Waiter
Tom

Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2009 - Outstanding Featured Actor

Francois Battiste, The Good Negro

Videos

More Videos

News


Interview: Antonisia (Nisi) Collins of MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD at Children's Theatre Photo
Interview: Antonisia (Nisi) Collins of MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - Feb 21, 2025

Read our interview with Antonisia (Nisi) Collins of MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD at Children's Theatre Company.
Video: Watch a New MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD Trailer Photo
Video: Watch a New MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD Trailer
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2025

Audiences and press have been loving 'Milo Imagines the World', watch a new trailer for the show now! See the video now! The musical is based on the book by Matt de la Peña and Christian Robinson.
Photos: MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD At Children’s Theatre Company Photo
Photos: MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD At Children’s Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2025

Children’s Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and creative team for the CTC-commissioned new musical Milo Imagines the World, which will run from February 4-March 9, 2025 on the UnitedHealth Group Stage. Opening night is Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 7pm. See production photos below.
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Announces 2025 Schedule For BROKE-OLOGY All Free Commun Photo
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Announces 2025 Schedule For BROKE-OLOGY All Free Community Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2025

Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced the 2025 tour schedule of KCRep for All, a FREE community tour bringing Broke-ology to Kansas City community centers, public libraries, and non-profit organization spaces.
Photos: In Rehearsal for MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD At Children’s Theatre Company Photo
Photos: In Rehearsal for MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD At Children’s Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Children’s Theatre Company's new musical Milo Imagines the World, will run from February 4-March 9, 2025 on the UnitedHealth Group Stage. Check out photos from inside rehearsal!
Cast Set For MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD at Children’s Theatre Company Photo
Cast Set For MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD at Children’s Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2025

Children’s Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and creative team for the CTC-commissioned new musical Milo Imagines the World, which will run beginning next month.
Photos: HERE WE ARE Cast Signs Copies of the Cast Recording at the Museum of Broadway Photo
Photos: HERE WE ARE Cast Signs Copies of the Cast Recording at the Museum of Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 10, 2024

The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! In celebration of the vinyl release, the all-star original cast signed copies of the album at the Museum of Broadway yesterday, October 9. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the event here!
Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Will Make UK Premiere Next Year Photo
Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Will Make UK Premiere Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2024

Stephen Sondheim's final musical, Here We Are will make its UK premiere at the National Theatre next year. The musical features a score by Sondheim, a book by David Ives, and direction by Joe Mantello.
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming Photo
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! Find out how to purchase the vinyl, stream and download the album here.
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance? Photo
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jul 6, 2024

This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
PRELUDE IN THE PARKS Citywide Festival Of Environmental Art-Works Returns This June Photo
PRELUDE IN THE PARKS Citywide Festival Of Environmental Art-Works Returns This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024

PRELUDE IN THE PARKS, a citywide festival of environmental art-works, will take place from June 7-9, 2024, showcasing innovative art installations across various parks in New York City.
Original Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Available Now on CD & Digital Platf Photo
Original Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Available Now on CD & Digital Platforms
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024

Concord Theatricals Recordings has released the original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s new musical, on CD and digital platforms worldwide.
PRELUDE IN THE PARKS, Citywide Festival Of Environmental Art Works Begins In June Photo
PRELUDE IN THE PARKS, Citywide Festival Of Environmental Art Works Begins In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2024

Discover PRELUDE IN THE PARKS, a citywide festival featuring environmental art-works from June 7-9. Engage with innovative art installations and performances across New York City parks.
Broadway Streaming Guide: May 2024 - Where to Watch BRIDGERTON & More Photo
Broadway Streaming Guide: May 2024 - Where to Watch BRIDGERTON & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2024

This May, Broadway fans can spring into action with new albums, concerts, and television shows to binge. From the new version of Doctor Who starring Ncuti Gatwa to the recording of Stephen Sondheim's final musical, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!
Pre-Order Cast Recording For Sondheim's HERE WE ARE; Plus Watch the New Music Video F Photo
Pre-Order Cast Recording For Sondheim's HERE WE ARE; Plus Watch the New Music Video For 'Exit Music'!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024

The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically-acclaimed new musical, is now available to preorder and pre-save on digital platforms worldwide ahead of its release on Friday, May 17. Watch the music video for 'Exit Music' here!
Santino Fontana & More to Star in THE ROVER at Red Bull Theater Photo
Santino Fontana & More to Star in THE ROVER at Red Bull Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024

RED BULL THEATER has revealed details for the next presentation of its 20th Anniversary Festival, The Rover by Aphra Behn, directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Photos: The Public Theater Celebrates Opening Night of SALLY & TOM Photo
Photos: The Public Theater Celebrates Opening Night of SALLY & TOM
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 17, 2024

The Public Theater just celebrated opening night for the New York premiere of SALLY & TOM .BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos here!
Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Will Release Cast Recording Next Month Photo
Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Will Release Cast Recording Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024

The original cast recording of Stephen Sondheim's final musical, Here We Are, will be released next month. The musical, also by David Ives, will release an album on CD and digital platforms worldwide on Friday, May 17. Preorder the album here!
Stephen Sondheim's Final Musical HERE WE ARE Available to View at NYPL Photo
Stephen Sondheim's Final Musical HERE WE ARE Available to View at NYPL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2024

The world premiere production of Here We Are was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, and added to its collection. Learn how to view the production!
Video: The Cast of Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE Take Final Bows Off-Broadway Photo
Video: The Cast of Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE Take Final Bows Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2024

The world premiere production of Here We Are, the new musical from David Ives and Stephen Sondheim, played its final performance at The Shed’s Griffin Theater (545 W 30th St) on Sunday, January 21st. Check out a video of the cast' final curtain call here!
More News

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Francois Battiste been in?

Francois Battiste has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Francois Battiste been in?

Francois Battiste has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Francois Battiste been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actor (The Lortels) for The Good Negro.

Get Francois Battiste Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos