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STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
Alliance Theatre Company Production, 2019
Pierre Malette

[Regional (US)]
Powerhouse Season Workshop, 2018
Performer

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
Muny Centennial Season Production, 2018
R.F. Simpson

[Regional (US)]
Barrington Stage Company Production, 2017
William Kunstler

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Lola Cola

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Dubhdara

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Revival, 2006
Beauregard Jackson Pickett Burnside

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2001
Officer Lockstock

Officer Lockstock [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Officer Lockstock

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Peter Eamons

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Performer

Terry Connor

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Don Walker

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

Billy Flynn [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Beast [Replacement]

Beast [Replacement]

Beast [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1988
Jim Dillingham

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 1988
Javert

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1986
Big Bob Freelander

Big Bob Freelander (Adult)

[Off-Broadway]
1985
Oscar Jaffe

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Off-Off-Broadway Revival, 1985
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1983
Nikos [Replacement]

[New York]
Workshop, 2001
Performer

[New York]
Workshop, 1996
Performer


Movies

RoboCop 2
[ 1990 ] Holzgang
Eve of Destruction
[ 1991 ] Young Bill Simmons
Rapid Fire
[ 1992 ] Agent Anderson
Cliffhanger
[ 1993 ] Pilot
Starting Out in the Evening
[ 2007 ] Charles
Consent
[ 2010 ] Mark
Joker
[ 2019 ] NCB Anchor
The Devil All the Time
[ 2020 ] Evangelist

TV Shows

Knots Landing
Priest, Pastor
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Mr. Hoskins, D.A. Matthews
The Equalizer
Gary Speer, Waiter

Awards and Nominations

Kevin Kline Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play

Jeff McCarthyLes Miserables


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical

Jeff McCarthy, Urinetown

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THE VALUE OF NAMES Will Make its UK Premiere at the White Bear Theatre

'The Value of Names' by US playwright, Jeffrey Sweet, will have its UK premiere at The White Bear Theatre, Kennington, from Tuesday 11 February - Saturday 1 March 2025.
ATC Workshops Bob & Jean: A Love Story Featuring Casey Likes and Jeff McCarthy

Arizona Theatre Company held a developmental workshop reading of Robert Schenkkan’s Bob & Jean: A Love Story, featuring Casey Likes and Jeff McCarthy. The play is set for its World Premiere in Spring 2025.
Jeffrey Sweet's KUNTSLER Makes European Premiere in May

Famous for defending the Chicago Seven, William Kunstler was America’s leading radical lawyer and a Civil Rights activist.  Jeffrey Sweet’s play introduces Kunstler, the legendary legal renegade, to European audiences this spring at The White Bear Theatre. 
Photos: Go Inside Amas Musical Theatre's Annual Gala Benefit Concert Honoring Sheryl Lee Ralph

A starry line-up of talent was hand to celebrate Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer), New York City’s award-winning pioneer in diversity and multi-ethnic casting in the performing arts since 1968, at its annual Gala Benefit Concert on Monday, May 15, 2023 at Theatre 555. Check out the photos here!
Amas Musical Theatre Will Honor Sheryl Lee Ralph At 54th Annual Gala Benefit Concert Next Month

Amas Musical Theatre  has announced a starry line-up of talent that will be on hand to celebrate the company's 54th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit Concert on Monday, May 15, 2023 at Theatre 555.
BLACK OLIVE JAZZ: MYTH AND MYSTERY Debuts In New York City On November 22

Renowned 'Black Olive Jazz' San Francisco vocalist, Kay Kostopoulos, will be performing in New York City this November to kick off Thanksgiving week at Pangea in the East Village.
Proctors, Capital Repertory Theatre And Universal Preservation Hall To Present A Multitude Of Events In 2023

A tribute to the queen of soul, a dash of history and stories by a beloved children's author are all coming to Proctors Collaborative in 2023!
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.
VIDEO: Terre Blair Hamlisch Joins Cast Of THE NUTTY PROFESSOR To Honor Marvin Hamlisch

Terre Blair Hamlisch joined the cast of The Nutty Professor on stage Saturday, August 6 at Ogunquit Playhouse to pay tribute to her late husband, Marvin Hamlisch, on the 10th anniversary of his passing. The Nutty Professor was the last stage musical that Marvin Hamlisch completed before the composer died.
Video: Get a First Look at Dan DeLuca, Elena Ricardo & More in THE NUTTY PROFESSOR at Ogunquit Playhouse

The Nutty Professor is running through Saturday, August 6 at Ogunquit Playhouse. The musical adaptation of the beloved 1963 Jerry Lewis film comedy features the final score from Pulitzer Prize, Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner Marvin Hamlisch. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
Photos: Barrington Stage Company Raises $535K at Bon Voyage, Julie! Gala

Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, announces that Gala 2022: Bon Voyage, Julie!, in celebration of BSC Founder and Artistic Director Julianne Boyd raised over $237K for BSC’s Education and Community Engagement Programming.
Review: THE NUTTY PROFESSOR at Ogunquit Playhouse

The Nutty Professor at the Ogunquit Playhouse is a newly retooled world premiere musical based on the 1963 Jerry Lewis film of the same title. A comic flick favorite, The Nutty Professor is a story of a Jekyll and Hyde transformation that takes place for a mild mannered and befuddled college professor.
Photos: First Look at Dan DeLuca, Elena Ricardo, and More in THE NUTTY PROFESSOR at the Ogunquit Playhouse

Production photos are now available for The Nutty Professor running through Saturday, August 6 at Ogunquit Playhouse, the jewel of the Maine Southern Seacoast. The musical adaptation of the beloved 1963 Jerry Lewis film comedy features the final score from Pulitzer Prize, Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner Marvin Hamlisch.
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, WEST SIDE STORY, 1776 & More Lead Boston's July Theater Top 10

Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month.
Max Crumm, Elena Ricardo, Klea Blackhurst, and More to Lead THE NUTTY PROFESSOR at Ogunquit Playhouse

Ogunquit Playhouse has announced casting for the musical adaptation of the beloved film comedy The Nutty Professor (July 1 – August 3), featuring the final score from Pulitzer Prize, Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner Marvin Hamlisch.
A 10 Year Anniversary Celebration & More to Take Place This Week at Feinstein's/54 Below

This week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
Cast Announced For Untitled Zack Zadek-Penned Musical Concert, Directed By Sammi Cannold

Indiana's Discovering Broadway Inc. has revealed cast and creative team for its previously announced writers retreat for an untitled in-development musical with a book, music, and lyrics by Zack Zadek. The retreat is set for May 12-23, with a culminating concert of the material planned for May 21 at The Cabaret in Indianapolis.
BWW Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Arena Stage

An energetic, joyful night of escapist fun. Read our BWW critic's review.
Photos/Videos: First Look at Christian Thompson, Nehal Joshi, and More in CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Arena Stage

Catch Me If You Can begins performances tonight, March 4, at the Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. The musical features a book by Terrence McNally, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman and based on the Dreamworks Motion Picture.
Christian Thompson to Replace Corbin Bleu in Revised CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Arena Stage

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced casting for a new version of the Tony-nominated musical comedy Catch Me If You Can.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jeff McCarthy been in?

Jeff McCarthy has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Jeff McCarthy been in?

Jeff McCarthy has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jeff McCarthy been nominated for?

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play (Kevin Kline Awards) for Les Miserables and Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Urinetown.

What awards has Jeff McCarthy won?

Jeff McCarthy has won the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in Urinetown.

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