Hal Linden
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Hal Linden:
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts Reveals 2024/2025 Lineup of Concerts and Special Events (Oct 25, 2024)
Interview: Gregory Harrison's Ready to Relax After TESLA: A RADIO PLAY FOR THE STAGE (Sep 26, 2024)
Sally Struthers to Star in RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH at The Laguna Playhouse this December (Sep 21, 2024)
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts Reveals 2024/2025 Lineup of Concerts and Special Events (Oct 25, 2024)
Interview: Gregory Harrison's Ready to Relax After TESLA: A RADIO PLAY FOR THE STAGE (Sep 26, 2024)
Sally Struthers to Star in RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH at The Laguna Playhouse this December (Sep 21, 2024)
BIO
Hal Linden is an American stage and screen actor, television director and musician. Linden began his career as a big band musician and singer in the 1950s. After a stint in the United States Army, he began an acting career, first working in summer stock and off-Broadway productions.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1968
Yissel Fishbein
Hyman Kaplan (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1965
Edward Moncrief (Standby)
Dr. Mark Bruckner (Standby)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1956
Jeff Moss [Replacement]
Jeff Moss [Replacement]
Jeff Moss (Understudy)
Movies
When You Comin' Back, Red Ryder?
[ 1979 ] Richard Ethridge
[ 1979 ] Richard Ethridge
Deathquake
[ 1980 ] Narrator
[ 1980 ] Narrator
A New Life
[ 1988 ] Mel Arons
[ 1988 ] Mel Arons
Just Friends
[ 1996 ] Mr. Barton
[ 1996 ] Mr. Barton
Out to Sea
[ 1997 ] Mac Valor
[ 1997 ] Mac Valor
The Others
[ 1997 ] Principal Richard Meltzer
[ 1997 ] Principal Richard Meltzer
Jump
[ 1999 ] Shrink
[ 1999 ] Shrink
Dumb Luck
[ 2001 ] Blaine Mitchell
[ 2001 ] Blaine Mitchell
Time Changer
[ 2002 ] The Dean
[ 2002 ] The Dean
Freezerburn
[ 2005 ] Roderick Carr the Cult Leader
[ 2005 ] Roderick Carr the Cult Leader
Light Years Away
[ 2008 ] Grandpa Sommers
[ 2008 ] Grandpa Sommers
Stevie D
[ 2016 ] Max Levine
[ 2016 ] Max Levine
The Samuel Project
[ 2018 ] Samuel
[ 2018 ] Samuel
Grand-Daddy Day Care
[ 2019 ] Gabe
[ 2019 ] Gabe
TV Shows
Jack's Place
Jack Evans
Jack Evans
The Bold and the Beautiful
Jerry Kramer
Jerry Kramer
The Boys Are Back
Fred Hansen
Fred Hansen
Touched by an Angel
Dave Price, Sam Brown
Dave Price, Sam Brown
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Hal Linden , The Rothschilds
Videos
VIDEO: Hal Linden Talks His Career, New Album, and More on SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2020
Exclusive: Meet Cathy Rigby & The Cast of GRUMPY OLD MEN At La Mirada In Their Third Vlog
by Alan Henry - Sep 23, 2019
Exclusive Video: Go Inside GRUMPY OLD MEN At La Mirada In Their Second Vlog
by Alan Henry - Sep 18, 2019
Exclusive: Meet The Cast Of GRUMPY OLD MEN At La Mirada In Their First Vlog
by Alan Henry - Sep 17, 2019
VIDEO: Get a Peek at La Mirada's GRUMPY OLD MEN Starring Hal Linden & Cathy Rigby
by Julie Musbach - Sep 16, 2019
VIDEO: Barbara Eden Talks About Going on Tour with the Play LOVE LETTERS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 6, 2019
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Sally Struthers In GRUMPY OLD MEN At Ogunquit Playhouse
by Alan Henry - Aug 27, 2018
VIDEO: Happy Holidays from the Stars of Arena Stage's PAJAMA GAME, 'NINA SIMONE' and THE PRICE
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of The Actors Fund's 'TRADITION: The Jewish Legacy of Broadway'
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Behind-the-Scenes With Hal Linden, Peter Marshall, Doris Roberts, James Barbour and More in Actors Fund's TRADITION
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 11, 2014
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX- Season 2, Episode 6 - Season Finale with Guest Star Adrian Zmed!
by OUTSIDE THE BOX - Feb 3, 2013
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX- Season 2, Episode 5 - Kay Cole, Michael Donovan, and More!
by OUTSIDE THE BOX - Jan 20, 2013
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX - Season 2, Episode 4- John Sloman, Angel Reda, and More!
by OUTSIDE THE BOX - Jan 6, 2013
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX - Season 2, Episode 3 - Kevin Symons & More!
by Robert Diamond - Dec 9, 2012
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX - Season 2, Episode 2 - Euan Morton & More!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 25, 2012
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX - Season 2, Episode 1 - Hal Linden & More!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 19, 2012
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX - Season 1, Episode 6 - Matthew Ashford & More!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 19, 2012
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX - Season 1, Episode 5 - Gregory Harrison & More!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 19, 2012
TV Exclusive: OUTSIDE THE BOX - Season 1, Episode 4 - Andy & Alet Taylor & More!
by Robert Diamond - Nov 19, 2012
News
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts Reveals 2024/2025 Lineup of Concerts and Special Events
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced another selection of iconic shows and curated special events during its 2024/2025 season! From Broadway legends BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL and DAVIS GAINES, to country superstars PAM TILLIS & LORRIE MORGAN, this is going to be a Fall, Winter, and Spring to remember!
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced another selection of iconic shows and curated special events during its 2024/2025 season! From Broadway legends BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL and DAVIS GAINES, to country superstars PAM TILLIS & LORRIE MORGAN, this is going to be a Fall, Winter, and Spring to remember!
Interview: Gregory Harrison's Ready to Relax After TESLA: A RADIO PLAY FOR THE STAGE
Dan Duling’s Tesla: A Radio Play for the Stage opens October 4, 2024, for five performances only as part of the Getty-led PST ART: Art & Science Collide Festival. Michael Arabian directs the stellar cast of: Gregory Harrison, Dan Lauria, Hal Linden, Charles Shaughnessy, French Stewart and Vanessa Claire Stewart at the Ramo Auditorium on the Caltech campus.
Dan Duling’s Tesla: A Radio Play for the Stage opens October 4, 2024, for five performances only as part of the Getty-led PST ART: Art & Science Collide Festival. Michael Arabian directs the stellar cast of: Gregory Harrison, Dan Lauria, Hal Linden, Charles Shaughnessy, French Stewart and Vanessa Claire Stewart at the Ramo Auditorium on the Caltech campus.
Sally Struthers to Star in RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH at The Laguna Playhouse this December
Laguna Playhouse and Lythgoe Family Productions have announced that Sally Struthers will star as “Madame Gothel” in the world premiere of RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH, written by Kris Lythgoe, directed by Becky Lythgoe, supervising director is Bonnie Lythgoe, choreography by Becca Sweitzer and musical direction by Andy Street.
Laguna Playhouse and Lythgoe Family Productions have announced that Sally Struthers will star as “Madame Gothel” in the world premiere of RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH, written by Kris Lythgoe, directed by Becky Lythgoe, supervising director is Bonnie Lythgoe, choreography by Becca Sweitzer and musical direction by Andy Street.
Caltech Will Present TESLA: A RADIO PLAY FOR THE STAGE
As part of the Getty-led PST ART: Art & Science Collide Festival, Caltech will present Tesla: A Radio Play for the Stage, written by Dan Duling and starring Gregory Harrison, Dan Lauria, Hal Linden, Charles Shaughnessy, French Stewart and Vanessa Claire Stewart for five performances only October 4, 5, and 6 at Ramo Auditorium on the Caltech campus.
As part of the Getty-led PST ART: Art & Science Collide Festival, Caltech will present Tesla: A Radio Play for the Stage, written by Dan Duling and starring Gregory Harrison, Dan Lauria, Hal Linden, Charles Shaughnessy, French Stewart and Vanessa Claire Stewart for five performances only October 4, 5, and 6 at Ramo Auditorium on the Caltech campus.
Penguin Rep Presents World Premiere Of THE STEEL MAN
Penguin Rep Theatre has announced the world premiere of THE STEEL MAN, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato, starting September 6 in Stony Point, New York.
Penguin Rep Theatre has announced the world premiere of THE STEEL MAN, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato, starting September 6 in Stony Point, New York.
GRUMPY OLD MEN World Premiere Recording Out Now
Center Stage Records has released the world premiere recording of GRUMPY OLD MEN, the new musical by Dan Remmes, Neil Berg and Nick Meglin. Listen now!
Center Stage Records has released the world premiere recording of GRUMPY OLD MEN, the new musical by Dan Remmes, Neil Berg and Nick Meglin. Listen now!
Photos: Hal Linden, Marilu Henner Celebrate Opening Night of THE JOURNALS OF ADAM AND EVE
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner are now starring in The Journals of Adam and Eve, a new comedy by Ed. Weinberger, which is being presented as a special summer run at The Sheen Center. Check out photos from opening night here!
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner are now starring in The Journals of Adam and Eve, a new comedy by Ed. Weinberger, which is being presented as a special summer run at The Sheen Center. Check out photos from opening night here!
Exclusive: Backstage at A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Lincoln Center
Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music In Concert, featuring brand new orchestrations by legendary orchestrator and lifelong Sondheim collaborator Jonathan Tunick recently hit the stage at David Geffen Hall at New York’s Lincoln Center. Check out exclusive photos from inside the big night!
Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music In Concert, featuring brand new orchestrations by legendary orchestrator and lifelong Sondheim collaborator Jonathan Tunick recently hit the stage at David Geffen Hall at New York’s Lincoln Center. Check out exclusive photos from inside the big night!
Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
See photos of Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin and more performing Follies in concert at Carnegie Hall!
See photos of Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin and more performing Follies in concert at Carnegie Hall!
Drama Book Shop Will Host Signing and Talkback Event For 'The Tony Awards: A Celebration of Excellence in Theatre'
The Drama Book Shop will host an event in conjunction with the release of the book, 'The Tony Awards: A Celebration of Excellence in Theatre'. The event will feature Eila Mell and Heather A. Hitchens, and will include a talkback, signing, and live podcast recording.
The Drama Book Shop will host an event in conjunction with the release of the book, 'The Tony Awards: A Celebration of Excellence in Theatre'. The event will feature Eila Mell and Heather A. Hitchens, and will include a talkback, signing, and live podcast recording.
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner to Star in THE JOURNALS OF ADAM AND EVE
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner are set to star in The Journals of Adam and Eve, a new comedy by Ed. Weinberger. See where and when you can catch the new show!
Hal Linden and Marilu Henner are set to star in The Journals of Adam and Eve, a new comedy by Ed. Weinberger. See where and when you can catch the new show!
Ford And Campbell Join Workshop Of New Edward Kleban Musical GALLERY
Join the Weathervane Theatre for a workshop presentation of the new Edward Kleban musical, GALLERY, starring Sara Jean Ford and Ta’Rea Campbell.
Join the Weathervane Theatre for a workshop presentation of the new Edward Kleban musical, GALLERY, starring Sara Jean Ford and Ta’Rea Campbell.
Sara Jean Ford and Ta'Rea Campbell Join Workshop of Ed Kleban's GALLERY
The Weathervane Theatre will offer a workshop presentation of GALLERY by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Kleban. We have all the details!
The Weathervane Theatre will offer a workshop presentation of GALLERY by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Kleban. We have all the details!
Mary Testa to Star in GALLERY Workshop Presentation at The Weathervane Theatre
The Weathervane Theatre will offer a Workshop presentation of GALLERY by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Kleban (A Chorus Line). Learn more about Gallery and see who is starring!
The Weathervane Theatre will offer a Workshop presentation of GALLERY by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Kleban (A Chorus Line). Learn more about Gallery and see who is starring!
ALL THINGS EQUAL - THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG is Coming to San Francisco's Curran Theater
'All Things Equal - The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg' is coming to San Francisco. Don't miss this captivating show about the iconic Supreme Court Justice.
'All Things Equal - The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg' is coming to San Francisco. Don't miss this captivating show about the iconic Supreme Court Justice.
Hal Linden and Sally Struthers Will Lead World Premiere of THE JOURNALS OF ADAM AND EVE
Hal Linden and Sally Struthers will star in the world premiere of a new play – “The Journals of Adam and Eve” by Ed. Weinberger, with a little help from the authors of Genesis, John Milton, and Mark Twain, for six performances only January 18 to 21.
Hal Linden and Sally Struthers will star in the world premiere of a new play – “The Journals of Adam and Eve” by Ed. Weinberger, with a little help from the authors of Genesis, John Milton, and Mark Twain, for six performances only January 18 to 21.
Video: The Best of Broadway at the Kennedy Center Honors
The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors are coming up and we are celebrating the special occasion with some of our favorite videos of past Broadway performances. Check out the full list!
The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors are coming up and we are celebrating the special occasion with some of our favorite videos of past Broadway performances. Check out the full list!
Frank Ferrante to Star in AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO at Laguna Playhouse
LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present Frank Ferrante starring in his critically acclaimed one-man show, AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO.
LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present Frank Ferrante starring in his critically acclaimed one-man show, AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO.
Barry Bostwick to Join Debbie Wileman at Carnegie Hall Concert
Peabody and Tony Award winner, Barry Bostwick will join Debbie Wileman’s “Judy Garland” We Need a Little Christmas one night only concert on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Carnegie Hall.
Peabody and Tony Award winner, Barry Bostwick will join Debbie Wileman’s “Judy Garland” We Need a Little Christmas one night only concert on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Carnegie Hall.
ALL THINGS EQUAL - THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre in April
All Things Equal – The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg is coming to the Fisher Theatre. Get ready for an inspiring and thought-provoking show about the iconic Supreme Court Justice.
All Things Equal – The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg is coming to the Fisher Theatre. Get ready for an inspiring and thought-provoking show about the iconic Supreme Court Justice.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Hal Linden been in?
Hal Linden has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
How many West End shows has Hal Linden been in?
Hal Linden has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Hal Linden been nominated for?
and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Rothschilds.
What awards has Hal Linden won?
Hal Linden won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his role in The Rothschilds.
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