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BIO

Broadway: Come From Away, Sunset Boulevard, She Loves Me, On the 20th Century, The Music Man, 42nd Street, Sweeney Todd, Merrily We Roll Along. Off-Broadway: And the World Goes ‘Round, Closer Than Ever, Scrambled Feet. On PBS: ‘Follies: In Concert,’ ‘Crazy For You,’ ‘Company.’ Film: Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened. With brother Bob Walton, wrote, Mid-life! The Crisis Musical and Mid-life 2! #WhatDidIComeInHereFor?, both with R&H Theatricals. www.midlifethecrisismusical.com.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
George Street Playhouse Production, 2017
Gabriel

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Doug [Replacement]

Nick & Others [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Manfred

Ensemble

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Broadway Revival, 2016
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Broadway Revival, 2015
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Production, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Off-Broadway Production, 2011
Fidele (Understudy)

Dr. Dario Albione (Understudy)

Vittorio Lamberti (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2009
Charles F. Maude

Mr. MacAfee (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Ensemble

Harry the Horse

Nicely-Nicely Johnson (Understudy)

Lt. Brannigan (Understudy)

[Beverly, MA (Regional)]
North Shore Music Theatre Production, 2006
Mr. Applegate

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Performer

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2002
Rooster Hannigan

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2001
Bob Hale

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
Marcellus Washburn (Standby)

Harold Hill (Standby)

Charlie Cowell (Standby)

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1999
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1999
Specialty Trio

[Arlington, VA (Regional)]
American Premiere, 1998
Reed Chandler

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1991
Performer

Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1989
Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1989
Anthony Hope

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Off-Broadway Revival, 1989
Anthony Hope

Anthony Hope

[Regional (US)]
Goodspeed Revival, 1987
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1987
Performer

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1986
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 1985
Young Buddy

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1981
Franklin Shepard

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Billy Lawlor [Replacement]

Billy Lawlor [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1979
Jim the Piano Man

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 1979]
Musical Director

Movies

The Agency
[ 1980 ] Cop in Car
The Slavers
[ 1984 ] The Prince's Friend
Suspect
[ 1987 ] HelmsCourt Marshal
Mrs. Munck
[ 1995 ] Harley
Company
[ 2011 ] Larry
Come from Away
[ 2021 ] Doug, Nick Marson, others

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News


Review: BROADWAY BOUND Belongs at 54 Below

For one of 54 Below's essential series, three musical theater mavens look at the shows that never came into the city.
See Santino Fontana, WRITE OUT LOUD & More Next Week At 54

54 Below announced next week's lineup featuring performances by Broadway stars, including a tribute to Stephen Sondheim and a night with Tony Award winner Alice Ripley.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL National Tour Reunion & More at 54 Below Next Month

54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Joe Iconis, Eve Plumb & Bianca Marroquin to Join BROADWAY BOUND Seventh Edition at 54 Below

Joe Iconis, Eve Plumb, and Bianca Marroquin join the cast Broadway Bound 7 at 54 Below. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Jim Walton Sings 'Our Time' from MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at 54 Below

Watch Jim Walton, who originated the role of Franklin Shepard in Merrily We Roll Along on Broadway, sing 'Our Time' at 54 Below in the video here.
Photos: Inside 2024 New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards

The New York Drama Critics' Circle named David Adjmi’s Stereophonic best play of the 2023-24 season. The award for best musical went to Dead Outlaw, music and lyrics by David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, book by Itamar Moses. Check out photos from inside the ceremony!
Marc Kudisch, Brooks Ashmanskas & More to Star in ALMOST GOT 'EM! at Club Cumming

Club Cumming will present the first public reading of Paul Iacono's new ALMOST GOT ‘EM! The Unauthorized Batman Villain Parody Musical. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Learn About the History of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG

Learn about the history of Merrily We Roll Along! Learn more about the show, currently playing on Broadway, and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: Backstage Babble Uncovers Broadway Flop History at 54 Below

Not every Broadway show is a smash. A focus on 14 hidden gems from shows that disappeared too quickly fueled an entertaining evening at 54 Below last Sunday on April 29th. Hosted by Charles Kirsch of Backstage Babble podcast and Robert W. Schneider, the evening was a success.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " April 29 to May 5, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Sheldon Harnick's birthday celebration and Kyle Dunnigan's new hour.
Interview: Backstage Babble's Charles Kirsch Is Celebrating Flops at 54 Below

Charles Kirsch's podcast, Backstage Babble, gives a behind the scenes look at Broadway shows and the theater industry. On Monday April 29th at 7 pm, Kirsch will be hosting a special event at 54 Below paying tribute to 14 shows on the iconic “flop wall” at Joe Allen Restaurant with shows including Merrily We Roll Along, Nick and Nora, and Kelly.
Brenda Braxton, Amanda Green & More to Join BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES JOE ALLEN RESTAURANT

54 BELOW will present a special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating the iconic wall of Broadway flop posters at Joe Allen Restaurant. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photo Exclusive: Go Inside PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opening Night After Party!

The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! Get an exclusive look inside the opening night after party in the photos!
Bay Street Theater Announces An Exciting And Diverse Line-up Of Winter Classes

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced its Winter 2024 line-up of classes and workshops offering something for everyone in the community.
SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED Returns With a MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Mini Reunion at 54 Below

Sondheim Unplugged, the long-running, hit show comprised of performances of Sondheim favorites accompanied by piano only, closes out its year of shows this Thanksgiving weekend, November 26th, at 7pm at 54 Below.
Seth Sikes, Lillias White, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 17th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Old Friends Lonny Price & Jim Walton Reunite to Celebrate MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG

How did they get to be here...? Well, 42 years ago today, on November 16, 1981, Lonny Price and Jim Walton took the stage at the Alvin Theatre. In this video, watch as Lonny Price and Jim Walton reminisce about the original production of Merrily We Roll Along!
Ben Vereen Joins Porchlight Music Theatre's Artistic Advisory Board

Renowned performer Ben Vereen joins the Artistic Advisory Board of Porchlight Music Theatre. Learn more about this exciting addition and Vereen's recent ICON Award recognition.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG: A [Backwards] History of Old Friends

Go inside the complete history of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Merrily We Roll Along, playing at Broadway's Hudson Theatre now!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jim Walton been in?

Jim Walton has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.

How many West End shows has Jim Walton been in?

Jim Walton has not appeared in the West End.

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