James Barbour
Also Credited As: Marje Bubrosa
Birth Place: Mount Holly, NJ, USA
Latest News on James Barbour:
Cast & Creative Team Announced For TWIST OF FATE At The York Theatre Company (Sep 3, 2024)
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels (Jul 14, 2024)
Four County Players to Open 52nd Season With Shakespeare at the Ruins: THE COMEDY OF ERRORS (Jun 27, 2024)
Cast & Creative Team Announced For TWIST OF FATE At The York Theatre Company (Sep 3, 2024)
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels (Jul 14, 2024)
Four County Players to Open 52nd Season With Shakespeare at the Ruins: THE COMEDY OF ERRORS (Jun 27, 2024)
BIO
James Barbour (The Phantom of the Opera) has starred on Broadway as Sydney Carton in A Tale of Two Cities (Drama Desk, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle awards nominations), Czolgosz in Assassins, The Beast in Beauty & the Beast, Billy Bigelow in Carousel, Officer Lockstock in Urinetown and Edward Rochester in Jane Eyre (Drama League nomination). James also appeared on Broadway in Cyrano, opposite Jeremy Irons in Camelot and in the national tour of The Secret Garden. Other recent credits: Jean Valjean in Les Misérables (LA Ovation Award, Best Actor), Daryl Van Horne in The Witches of Eastwick (U.S. premiere), Daddy Hogan in Anna Nicole (BAM). TV: "The District," "Just Shoot Me," "Flashpoint," "Sex and the City," "Ed," "That's Life," "Beauty & the Beast in Concert" (CBS), "Great Performances," "An American Experience," "A Tale of Two Cities" (PBS). Film: Alchemy, Adam Sandler's Eight Crazy Nights, Waiting for Lefty, Twinkle Toes with Sally Kirkland. Recordings: Broadway in Concert, The Gift, Dracula, Tears from Heaven, The Count of Monte Critso, Excalibur, his many cast recordings and two solo CDs, A Gift of Christmas and Bring Me Giants. He hosts TV's "James Barbour Now" on WITNation.com. His production company, Laughing Dog Media, creates and controls original content for VoiceAmerica.tv's new Internet TV network. www.JamesBarbour.com
Photos
Mitchell McCollum, Brad Rupp, Victor E. Chan, Gary Lee Reed, Michael Dotson, Matthew Kimbrough, Caleb Shaw, Peter Van Norden, Jordan Goodsell, James Barbour, Ted Barton, Joey Ruggiero, Jordan Schneider, and Nick Santa Maria
Date:
01/16/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Curtain Call And Press Night Celebration of 1776 THE MUSICAL At La Mirada
Peter Allen Vogt, Gordon Goodman, Nick McKenna, Ellie Wyman, Andy Umberger, Michael Dotson, Teri Bibb, Caleb Shaw, Michael Starr, Jordan Goodsell, Nick Santa Maria, Ted Barton, Peter Van Norden, Brad Rupp, Victor E. Chan, James Barbour, Michael Stone For
Date:
01/16/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Curtain Call And Press Night Celebration of 1776 THE MUSICAL At La Mirada
Mitchell McCollum, Brad Rupp, Peter Allen Vogt, Victor E. Chan, Gary Lee Reed, Michael Dotson, Matthew Kimbrough, Peter Van Norden, Jordan Goodsell, Caleb Shaw, Ted Barton, Nick Santa Maria, James Barbour, and Joey Ruggiero
Date:
01/16/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Curtain Call And Press Night Celebration of 1776 THE MUSICAL At La Mirada
NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 18: James Barbour of Phantom of the Opera performs onstage at the NYC & Company Foundation Visionaries & Voices Gala 2017 on December 18, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for NY & Company)
Date:
12/19/2017
From: Photo Flash: NYC & Company Foundation's 17th Annual Visionaries & Voices Gala
NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 18: James Barbour of Phantom of the Opera performs onstage at the NYC & Company Foundation Visionaries & Voices Gala 2017 on December 18, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for NY & Company)
Date:
12/19/2017
From: Photo Flash: NYC & Company Foundation's 17th Annual Visionaries & Voices Gala
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Edward Fairfax Rochester
Edward Fairfax Rochester
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Beast [Replacement]
Beast [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1994
Billy Bigelow [Replacement]
Billy Bigelow [Replacement]
Billy Bigelow (Standby) [Replacement]
Writing
Bookwriter
Movies
Eight Crazy Nights
[ 2002 ] Mayor'singing
[ 2002 ] Mayor'singing
Alchemy
[ 2005 ] Dr. Troy Rollins
[ 2005 ] Dr. Troy Rollins
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
James Barbour, A Tale of Two Cities
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
James Barbour, A Tale of Two Cities
Videos
Photo Flash: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrates 29 Years on Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2017
TV Exclusive: Go Inside the Lair for a Behind the Scenes Look at THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's New TV Spot!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 15, 2016
TV: 28 Years Old and Still Kicking- THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrates Another Broadway Birthday!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 27, 2016
TV Exclusive: BACKSTAGE WITH RICHARD RIDGE- New PHANTOM, James Barbour!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Aug 9, 2015
TV: PHANTOM's James Barbour Brings the Music of the Night to Shubert Alley!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 2, 2015
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
STAGE TUBE: James Barbour Sings 'Bring Him Home' from La Mirada's LES MISERABLES
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes with ANNA NICOLE Opera's Sarah Joy Miller and More
by Stage Tube - Sep 19, 2013
STAGE TUBE: ONE NIGHT ONLY Cast Sings 'Hello, Dolly!' with Carol Channing at the McCallum
by Stage Tube - Apr 26, 2013
News
Cast & Creative Team Announced For TWIST OF FATE At The York Theatre Company
The York Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the second production of its Fall 2024 “New2NY” series.
The York Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the second production of its Fall 2024 “New2NY” series.
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
Four County Players to Open 52nd Season With Shakespeare at the Ruins: THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
Four County Players will open their 52nd season with Shakespeare at the Ruins: THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, directed by 'Derby' Thomas this summer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Four County Players will open their 52nd season with Shakespeare at the Ruins: THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, directed by 'Derby' Thomas this summer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: James Barbour Celebrates The Holidays At Birdland Jazz
On Monday, December 18, James Barbour returned to Birdland with his annual Holiday Concert. The audience was entertained with holiday classics, incredible music and the warmth of the season. With Rachel A. Kaufman at the piano, James and his guests Lori Zapata, Elizabeth Ward Land, Jessica Ferguson, and Frank Perman helped usher in the holiday season.
On Monday, December 18, James Barbour returned to Birdland with his annual Holiday Concert. The audience was entertained with holiday classics, incredible music and the warmth of the season. With Rachel A. Kaufman at the piano, James and his guests Lori Zapata, Elizabeth Ward Land, Jessica Ferguson, and Frank Perman helped usher in the holiday season.
See Karen Mason, James Barbour & More at Birdland This Holiday Season
Get into the holiday spirit with the exciting holiday programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater. Enjoy live performances and festive music in the heart of New York City.
Get into the holiday spirit with the exciting holiday programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater. Enjoy live performances and festive music in the heart of New York City.
James Barbour to Return to Birdland With Annual Holiday Concert in December
Birdland presents James Barbour, acclaimed Broadway leading man, with the return of his annual Holiday Concert. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Birdland presents James Barbour, acclaimed Broadway leading man, with the return of his annual Holiday Concert. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Photos: The Stars Arrive at Closing Night of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
Broadway's longest-running show ever, The Phantom of the Opera, took its final Broadway bow last night, April 16, 2023, after a 35-year run. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the stars arriving for the big night here!
Broadway's longest-running show ever, The Phantom of the Opera, took its final Broadway bow last night, April 16, 2023, after a 35-year run. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the stars arriving for the big night here!
Photos: James Barbour Celebrates The Season At Birdland
See photos from James Barbour's annual holiday concert at Birdland on Monday, December 12. The audience was entertained with holiday classics, incredible music and the warmth of the season.
See photos from James Barbour's annual holiday concert at Birdland on Monday, December 12. The audience was entertained with holiday classics, incredible music and the warmth of the season.
REBECCA Musical Will Get English Premiere at London's Charing Cross Theatre
Following 12 hugely successful foreign language productions, critically acclaimed musical Rebecca by Michael Kunze and Sylvester Levay is to get its English language premiere in a new production at London’s Charing Cross Theatre in an English translation by Christopher Hampton.
Following 12 hugely successful foreign language productions, critically acclaimed musical Rebecca by Michael Kunze and Sylvester Levay is to get its English language premiere in a new production at London’s Charing Cross Theatre in an English translation by Christopher Hampton.
Marilyn Maye to Perform Seven-Show Holiday Engagement at Birdland Theater
BIRDLAND THEATER will present the return of living legend Marilyn Maye for a special seven-show holiday engagement from Thursday, December 29 through Sunday, January 1, including the “New Year’s Eve Extravaganza!” on Saturday, December 31.
BIRDLAND THEATER will present the return of living legend Marilyn Maye for a special seven-show holiday engagement from Thursday, December 29 through Sunday, January 1, including the “New Year’s Eve Extravaganza!” on Saturday, December 31.
Karen Mason to Present Holiday Concert CHRISTMAS! CHRISTMAS! CHRISTMAS! at Birdland in December
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of Karen Mason with her concert “Christmas! Christmas! Christmas!” on Monday, December 19 at 7:00 PM. Mason’s legendary holiday show features unique interpretations of old and new seasonal classics.
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of Karen Mason with her concert “Christmas! Christmas! Christmas!” on Monday, December 19 at 7:00 PM. Mason’s legendary holiday show features unique interpretations of old and new seasonal classics.
Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso, and Billy Stritch to Star in 13th Annual SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the 13th Annual “A Swinging Birdland Christmas” – starring vocalists Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso, and Billy Stritch – for six performances from Tuesday, December 20 to Sunday, December 25 at 5:30 PM.
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the 13th Annual “A Swinging Birdland Christmas” – starring vocalists Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso, and Billy Stritch – for six performances from Tuesday, December 20 to Sunday, December 25 at 5:30 PM.
Edmund Begnall to Present HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS at Birdland Theater in December
BIRDLAND THEATER will present singer and violinist Edmund Bagnell in “Home for the Holidays” on Monday, December 12 at 8:30 PM. The countdown to the holidays is on, and through music and humor Bagnell shares his heartfelt and humorous recipe for a perfectly imperfect holiday season.
BIRDLAND THEATER will present singer and violinist Edmund Bagnell in “Home for the Holidays” on Monday, December 12 at 8:30 PM. The countdown to the holidays is on, and through music and humor Bagnell shares his heartfelt and humorous recipe for a perfectly imperfect holiday season.
Carole J. Bufford to Present NYC Debut of VINTAGE POP! at Birdland Theater in December
BIRDLAND THEATER will present acclaimed vocalist Carole J. Bufford in the New York debut of her concert “Vintage Pop!” for a special six-show run from Friday, December 9 through Sunday, December 11, with performances each night at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM.
BIRDLAND THEATER will present acclaimed vocalist Carole J. Bufford in the New York debut of her concert “Vintage Pop!” for a special six-show run from Friday, December 9 through Sunday, December 11, with performances each night at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM.
BROADWAY BLESSING Celebrates 25th Anniversary, September 19
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Broadway Blessing. September 19, 7 p.m. St. Malachy's/The Actors' Chapel, 239 W. 49th St.
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Broadway Blessing. September 19, 7 p.m. St. Malachy's/The Actors' Chapel, 239 W. 49th St.
Jordan Scott Gilbert, Bryant Martin, Jacquelyn Zliczewski, More Cast In A TALE OF TWO CITIES in Lancaster, PA
Award-Winning Broadway Producer/Director/Performer Jordan Scott Gilbert (Broadway's Ghost The Musical, A Tale Of Two Cities) will co-star as Ernest Defarge, as well as direct the production. Bryant Martin will star as Sydney Carton alongside Jacquelyn Zliczewski as Lucie Manette and original Broadway cast member Walter Winston ONeil (Broadway's Wicked, A Tale Of Two Cities) as Dr. Manette.
Award-Winning Broadway Producer/Director/Performer Jordan Scott Gilbert (Broadway's Ghost The Musical, A Tale Of Two Cities) will co-star as Ernest Defarge, as well as direct the production. Bryant Martin will star as Sydney Carton alongside Jacquelyn Zliczewski as Lucie Manette and original Broadway cast member Walter Winston ONeil (Broadway's Wicked, A Tale Of Two Cities) as Dr. Manette.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Week
Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE… to be held on Monday, August 8th at The Green Room 42.
Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE… to be held on Monday, August 8th at The Green Room 42.
SHAKESPEARE AT THE RUINS: AS YOU LIKE IT Will Be Performed By Four County Players In Barboursville, Virginia
To open their 50th Anniversary Season in Barboursville, Four County Players, in collaboration with Barboursville Vineyards, will present Shakespeare at the Ruins: As You Like It by Williams Shakespeare, directed by John Holdren, running July 15 through July 30 at the Historic Barboursville Ruins.
To open their 50th Anniversary Season in Barboursville, Four County Players, in collaboration with Barboursville Vineyards, will present Shakespeare at the Ruins: As You Like It by Williams Shakespeare, directed by John Holdren, running July 15 through July 30 at the Historic Barboursville Ruins.
Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2022 Theatre World Awards
The Theatre World Awards celebrated the 2022 Theatre World Award Honorees, a special 'Outstanding Ensemble' Award to 21 cast members making their Broadway debut in the Broadway Revival of The Music Man, the 13th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater Honoree Michael Oberholtzer, and the 9th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre Honoree Harvey Fierstein at the historic 76th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony that returned to a live in-person presentation on the set of the Jeffrey Richards production of the critically acclaimed Broadway Revival of American Buffalo.
The Theatre World Awards celebrated the 2022 Theatre World Award Honorees, a special 'Outstanding Ensemble' Award to 21 cast members making their Broadway debut in the Broadway Revival of The Music Man, the 13th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater Honoree Michael Oberholtzer, and the 9th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre Honoree Harvey Fierstein at the historic 76th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony that returned to a live in-person presentation on the set of the Jeffrey Richards production of the critically acclaimed Broadway Revival of American Buffalo.
Betsy Wolfe, Eva Noblezada, Reeve Carney & More at The Green Room 42 in May
The Green Room 42 has announced their May line-up for in-person performances. Located inside YOTEL Times Square (570 Tenth Avenue, Fourth Floor), The Green Room 42 is Broadway's newest and most spacious cabaret club.
The Green Room 42 has announced their May line-up for in-person performances. Located inside YOTEL Times Square (570 Tenth Avenue, Fourth Floor), The Green Room 42 is Broadway's newest and most spacious cabaret club.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has James Barbour been in?
James Barbour has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
How many West End shows has James Barbour been in?
James Barbour has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has James Barbour been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Tale of Two Cities and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Tale of Two Cities.
How many shows has James Barbour written?
James Barbour has written 1 shows including Back From Broadway (Bookwriter).
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