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BIO

James Monroe Iglehart is a multi award winning actor of stage and screen. James is set to star as Louis Armstrong in a new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and loves of Louis Armstrong called A Wonderful World, premiering in New Orleans and Chicago this fall. Most recently, James played King Arthur in Spamalot at the Kennedy Center. You may have seen James on Broadway in such shows as Hamilton in the dual roles of Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson, Chicago as Billy Flynn, and the Broadway hit Freestyle Love Supreme. James is perhaps best known for his Tony Award winning performance as Genie in Aladdin on Broadway. He has also been seen on tv/film in shows like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (recurring), Maniac (recurring), Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (recurring), Gotham, Law & Order: SVU, Sesame Street, At Home with Amy Sedaris, Girls5Eva, & the feature film DisEnchanted. James made his sold-out solo concert debut at 54 Below, and was brought back for a sold-out return engagement shortly thereafter. James has performed at Carnegie Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, & numerous concert venues across the country. He has had the pleasure to lend his voice to many animated characters including Lance Strongbow in Disney’s Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventures and Taurus Bulba in Disney‘s DuckTales, Vampirina, Elena Of Avalor, Helluva Boss, Blue's Clues, Sesame Street and Disney Jr. and Disney Channels Super Kitties & Kiff. He is a self proclaimed animation, comic book & pro wrestling nerd. James has also written three comic book stories for Marvel Comics and is one of the co-hosts of the Marvel Comic podcast “This Week In Marvel” on SirusXM and wherever you listen to podcasts. When he’s not on stage he’s usually watching Pro Wrestling or Disney + while just chilling out with his wife of over 20 years Dawn.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Louis Armstrong

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2023
King Arthur

[Off-Broadway]
Public Works Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2019
Phil

[Off-Broadway]
Project Shaw One Night Only Production, 2018
Alfred P. Doolittle

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Thomas Jefferson [Replacement]

Marquis de Lafayette [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Genie

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Bobby

[Boston]
Boston Production, 2006
Mitch Mahoney

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2005
Mitch Mahoney [Replacement]

Mitch Mahoney [Replacement]

[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Billy Flynn [Replacement]


Movies

Fighting Mad
[ 1978 ] Jimmy Russell
Memphis the Musical
[ 2011 ] Bobby
We Are the Hartmans
[ 2011 ] Eustace
Three Christs
[ 2017 ] Benny
Disenchanted
[ 2022 ] Weary Businessman, Baker

TV Shows

Nature Cat
Michael Bluejáy
Our Cartoon President
Singer
Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure
Lance Strongbow
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Coriolanus Burt

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News


Video: & JULIET, THE OUTSIDERS & More at Broadway in Bryant Park 2024

In this video, watch highlights from the final Broadway in Bryant Park of the year, with performances from & Juliet, The Outsiders, and more.
Photos: & JULIET, SIX, WICKED, and More Perform at Broadway in Bryant Park

On August 1, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park concluded its 2024 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July.  Check out photos here!
Casts of THE OUTSIDERS, SIX & More Will Perform Today at Broadway in Bryant Park

LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park concludes its 2024 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. New Yorkers and visitors to the Big Apple alike are invited to stop by starting at 11 am, with performances running from 12:30pm – 1:30pm on the stage at Bryant Park. 
Up on the Marquee: A WONDERFUL WORLD

Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart is coming back to Broadway this fall in A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. Check out pics of the new marquee!
Video: James Monroe Iglehart Performs 'What a Wonderful World'

Watch James Monroe Iglehart perform the title song from A Wonderful World, coming to Broadway this October!
Jason Kravits Adds Special Guest Tony Danza For Show at Joe's Pub

Television and Broadway star, Jason Kravits, will return to Joe's Pub on Friday evening, July 26, 2024 with his critically acclaimed solo show, “OFF the TOP!” - an unforgettable evening of spontaneous music and comedy -with a portion of the show benefiting The Creative Coalition. Joining Jason will be special guest star, Tony Danza.
Karen Mason, Jarran Muse & More to Headline Paper Mill Playhouse's Front Row Center Series

Paper Mill Playhouse will present the Front Row Center series featuring solo shows by Karen Mason, Jarran Muse, and Nicholas Rodriguez in an intimate cabaret setting. Learn how to purchase tickets.
BroadwayCon 2024 FIRST LOOK AND SHOWCASE To Include THE NOTEBOOK, A WONDERFUL WORLD, and More

BroadwayCon has revealed the lineup for its First Look and Showcase, treating attendees to performances from some of the newest and most talked-about shows on stage this year. BroadwayCon 2024 First Look and Showcase will take place Friday, July 21, 2023.
Listen: Josh Groban And More Featured On Latest ART OF KINDNESS Podcast

Josh Groban shares inspiring messages about self-belief on the ART OF KINDNESS podcast. Discover how the acclaimed singer motivates listeners to find confidence and kindness within themselves.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 1, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Video: James Monroe Iglehart on A WONDERFUL WORLD- 'You Don't Know Louis'

Tony winner James Monroe Iglehart is coming back to Broadway! A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will begin previews on October 16, 2024 and open on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Studio 54. In this video, watch as he chats more about the new musical!
Video: Highlights from the 2024 Jimmy Awards

The most talented teenagers from across the country took the stage at the Minskoff Theatre for the 15th Annual Jimmy Awards, hosted by Josh Groban. As BroadwayWorld reported, Damson Chola Jr. (Broadway Dallas High School Musical Theatre Awards) and Gretchen Shope (Sutton Foster Awards) won Best Performance by an Actor and Best Performance by an Actress. Check out video highlights from the big night here.
Gretchen Shope and Damson Chola, Jr. Win at The 2024 Jimmy Awards

Who won at the 2024 Jimmy Awards? We have the full list of finalists and winners!
BroadwayCon Unveils First Slate of 2024 Panels and Programming

BroadwayCon has revealed 2024 programming and panels! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Shoshana Bean, Andrew Rannells, and James Monroe Iglehart Sing on THE BOYS

Listen to the voices of Tony winners Shoshana Bean, Andrew Rannells, and James Monroe Iglehart as Queen Maeve, Homelander, and Jesus Christ respectively as they sing 'Let's Put The Christ Back In Christmas' for Amazon's hit series, The Boys, in the video here!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at the Drama Desk Awards

Winners for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced last night at NYU Skirball Center. Tony Award Winners Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit hosted the ceremony. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
Shoshana Bean, Corbin Bleu & More Join 2024 Drama Desk Awards as Presenters

Additional presenters have been revealed for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards, taking place on Monday, June 10 beginning at 6:15PM at NYU Skirball Center. Learn more about the awards.
The Broadway Cast, Hosted by Ben Cameron, Is Coming to BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce a new partnership with 'The Broadway Cast'- a weekly talk show hosted by Broadway vet Ben Cameron, who brings your favorite Broadway personalities together for a hysterical, fun, informative, inspiring roundtable conversation.
SHITZPROBE Announces Special Broadway Guest Stars For Season Finale At Asylum NYC

Shitzprobe, the revolutionary improvisational musical theatre experience, is thrilled to announce its star-studded lineup of special Broadway guest stars for the culmination of its season at the newly renovated Asylum NYC. Setting the stage for an evening of unparalleled creativity and spontaneity, Shitzprobe invites audiences to witness these acclaimed performers 'throw away the script' and craft a musical on the spot for their very first time.
Interview: Malachi McCaskil's Bursting on the Ahmanson Stage as Usher in A STRANGE LOOP

Michael R. Jackson’s 2020 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning A Strange Loop opens June 5, 2024; at the Ahmanson. A co-production of Center Theatrer Gtoup and American Conservatory Theatre, Stephen Brackett  directs the cast led by  Malachi McCaskil as Usher with Dave J. Abrams, Angela Alise, Jordan Barbour, J. Cameron Barnett, Carlis Shane Clark, Alvis Green Jr., Albert Hodge, Avionce Hoyles, Tarra Conner Jones, Jamari Johnson Williams and John-Andrew Morrison. I was able to chat Malachi after he finished his West Coast premiere at A.C.T.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has James Monroe Iglehart been in?

James Monroe Iglehart has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has James Monroe Iglehart been in?

James Monroe Iglehart has not appeared in the West End.

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