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BIO

Gus Halper is making his Broadway debut in Sing Street, and can currently be seen in a major recurring role on Cinemax’s thrilling series “Jett,” opposite Carla Gugino. Halper was recently seen in the feature film Cold Pursuit, opposite Liam Neeson as well as the lead role of ‘Erik Mendendez’ in NBC’s “Law & Order: True Crime – The Menendez Murders.” Gus got his first big break opposite Nick Jonas and Ben Schnetzer in David Gordon Green’s Goat, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. He also made his New York theater debut in the original musical comedy Ride the Cyclone, for which he was nominated for a Lucille Lortel Award. Other TV credits include recurring roles on “Power” (Starz) and “Happy” (SyFy), as well as a guest spots on “Ramy” (Hulu), “Chicago P.D.” (NBC), and “Madam Secretary” (CBS).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
New York Theatre Workshop Off-Broadway World Premiere, 2019
Brendan

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway New York Premiere at MCC, 2016
Misha


Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Gus Halper, Sing Street

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Gus Halper, Ride the Cyclone

News


The Tank to Host Staged Reading of THE LIVING ORCHID: THE LIFE OF ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER

Becca Carter Freeman is set to hold a staged reading of her new original play, 'The Living Orchid' at The Tank on March 3rd and 4th at 7 pm.
Photos: New Look at Audra McDonald, Colman Domingo & More in RUSTIN; Now Streaming on Netflix

Directed by DGA Award and five-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe and starring Emmy Award winner Colman Domingo, Rustin also includes Audra McDonald, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, CCH Pounder, and more. Check out new photos of the cast now!
Photos: Colman Domingo Attends RUSTIN Screening With Marisa Tomei, Jeremy O Harris and More

Jeremy O Harris, Colman Domingo and Marisa Tomei attended this weekend’s New York screening of “Rustin.' The first screening of the film since the SAG-AFTRA strike lifted, Colman discussed the importance of shining a light on Bayard Rustin, the legendary MLK mentor and organizer. Check out the photos now!
Photos: Tony Kushner, George C. Wolfe & More Attend RUSTIN Screenings In NYC

Notable attendees of the screenings include Tony Kushner, Don Lemon, Jonathan Capehart,  Kathy Najimy, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Jeanine Tesori, Robert O’Hara, and more. Also in attendance was Bayard's surviving partner Walter Naegle. Check out photos from the screenings here!
Video: Watch the RUSTIN Trailer Starring Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald & More

Netflix has released the trailer for Rustin, George C. Wolfe's new film about activist Bayard Rustin. The film stars Colman Domingo as Rustin, along with Audra McDonald, Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Glynn Turman, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Chris Rock, and more. Watch the new video trailer now!
2023 Gotham Awards to Present George C. Wolfe's RUSTIN With the Icon & Creator Tribute for Social Justice

Rustin celebrates the man who, alongside giants like the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., Adam Clayton Powell Jr., and Ella Baker, dared to imagine a different world and stars Colman Domingo, Chris Rock, Glynn Turman, Aml Ameen, Gus Halper, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Johnny Ramey, Michael Potts, with Jeffrey Wright and Audra McDonald.
Video: Watch Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald & More in Netflix's RUSTIN Movie Teaser Trailer

Joining Domingo and McDonald in the film is Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Glynn Turman, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Chris Rock, Aml Ameen, Gus Halper, Johnny Ramey, Lilli Kay, Jordan-Amanda Hall, Jakeem Powell, Grantham Coleman, Jamilah Rosemond, Jules Latimer, Maxwell Whittington-Cooper, and more. Watch the video teaser now!
Photos: See Audra McDonald, Colman Domingo & More in New RUSTIN Photos; Netflix Sets November Premiere Date For New Film

Netflix has shared new photos from Rustin, their upcoming Bayard Rustin biopic starring Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald, and more. Directed by DGA Award and five-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe, the film also features Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Glynn Turman, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Chris Rock, and more.
Photo: First Look at Colman Domingo as Bayard Rustin in George C. Wolfe's RUSTIN

Netflix has shared a first look at Tony winner Colman Domingo as Bayard Rustin in George C. Wolfe's upcoming film, Rustin. The new film will also star Audra McDonald, Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Chris Rock, and more. Check out the first look photo now!
Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts & More Join George C. Wolfe's RUSTIN Biopic on Netflix

Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, CCH Pounder, Bill Irwin, Gus Halper, Johnny Ramey, and Carra Patterson will join the previously announced Audra McDonald, Chris Rock, Colman Domingo, and Glynn Turman in the new biopic based on the life of activist Bayard Rustin.
Eva Noblezada, Brittney Johnson, Lindsay Pearce and More to Take Part in VOICES OF COMPASSION Virtual Concert

On Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19, Grammy Award-winning duo Rodrigo y Gabriela, DAWN, Jade Novah, Shea Diamond, Sarah Jeffery, and Jamie Campbell Bower will participate in a virtual concert featuring an inspiring lineup of more than 30 musical artists.
VIDEO: MOULIN ROUGE! Tops List of Outer Critics Circle Honorees!

The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, today announced its plans for honoring the 2019-2020 season of Broadway and Off-Broadway productions.
SING STREET: GROUNDED Benefit Raises $310, 924.00

SING STREET: Grounded - At Home With The Broadway Cast raised $310, 924.00 for The Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS in one day.
The Winners Are In for the 2020 Lucille Lortel Awards- The Full List!

Mario Cantone will host this year's Lucille Lortel Awards, which are being presented as a virtual broadcast and benefit for The Actors Fund on Sunday, May 3, at 7pm. The online event will bring together theatre performers, industry veterans, and fans worldwide in a celebration of Off-Broadway.
Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, May 1- with Jeremy Jordan, Ashley Spencer, Lauren Molina and More!

Today (May 1) in live streaming: Ridge chats with Jordan and Spencer, The Goodbye Girl cast reunites, and so much more!
WATCH: SING STREET's Virtual Charity Performance 'Grounded'

The stars of Sing Street are going live today at 6:30pm to show their support to first responders and essential healthcare workers with a virtual charity performance benefiting The Mayor's Fund and BCEFA!
Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, April 30- with Kerry Butler, SING STREET Cast and More!

Today (April 30) in live streaming: Ben counts down Sondheim songs, Sing Street performs for BC/EFA, and so much more!
TV: See A Special Preview of SING STREET: GROUNDED

Get a sneak peek of SING STREET: Grounded streaming this Thursday from 6:30pm till 7pm (EST) exclusively on SING STREET Broadway's Facebook Page!
Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, April 29- with Debbie Allen, Derek Klena and More!

Today (April 29) in live streaming: the Drama Circle Awards on Stars in the House, Drew Gasparini chats with Richard Ridge, and so much more!
SING STREET To Present Virtual Charity Performance Of Select Songs And Scenes

The cast of SING STREET present SING STREET: Grounded - At Home With The Broadway Cast, a chance to see the young cast perform some of their favorite scenes and songs to benefit The Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Gus Halper been in?

Gus Halper has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Gus Halper been in?

Gus Halper has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Gus Halper been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sing Street and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (The Lortels) for Ride the Cyclone.

What awards has Gus Halper won?

Gus Halper won the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his performance in Sing Street.

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