John Gallagher Jr.
Birth Place: Wilmington, Delaware, USA
Latest News on John Gallagher Jr.:
GoFundMe Campaign Launches to Save The West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre (Jul 23, 2024)
Bandits on the Run to Release New Single, Embark on Summer Tour (Jun 11, 2024)
Photos: Will Butler + Sister Squares Perform at Bowery Electric (Jun 7, 2024)
GoFundMe Campaign Launches to Save The West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre (Jul 23, 2024)
Bandits on the Run to Release New Single, Embark on Summer Tour (Jun 11, 2024)
Photos: Will Butler + Sister Squares Perform at Bowery Electric (Jun 7, 2024)
BIO
John Gallagher, Jr. next stars in Swept Away after starring in premiere productions at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in 2022 and Arena Stage in 2023. He won a 2007 Tony Award® for his breakout performance in the groundbreaking rock musical Spring Awakening. Other Broadway credits include Long Day’s Journey into Night, Jerusalem, Green Day’s American Idiot, and Rabbit Hole. Off-Broadway credits include Farragut North, Port Authority, and Kimberly Akimbo. He starred in Aaron Sorkin’s HBO drama series “The Newsroom,” as well as the acclaimed miniseries “Olive Kitteridge.” Other TV/streaming credits include “Westworld,” “High Maintenance,” “Love Life,” “Easy,” “Modern Love,” and “The West Wing.” He has appeared in such films as Underwater, The Miseducation of Cameron Post, Hush, 10 Cloverfield Lane, Short Term 12, Margaret, and Pieces of April. John is also an accomplished singer/songwriter. His third record Goodbye or Something was released in June of 2024.
Photos
Top Row (L-R) Wayne Duvall, Stark Sands, John Gallagher Jr. and Adrian Blake Enscoe Bottom Row (L-R) Orville Mendoza, Cameron Johnson, Hunter Brown, Rico LeBron, Josh Breckenridge, Matt DeAngelis, Brandon Kalm, Tyrone L. Robinson, John Sygar, Michael J. Mainwaring and David Rowen
Date:
11/20/2024
From: Photos: The Avett Brothers Join SWEPT AWAY Cast at Opening Night Curtain Call
(L-R Back Row) Duncan Sheik, Skylar Astin, Jennifer Damiano, Gideon Glick, Robert Hager, Jonathan B. Wright, Lea Michele, Krysta Rodriguez, Lilli Cooper, Phoebe Strole, Producer Dave Sirulnick,Director Michael John Warren, Lauren Pritchard and Steven Sater (L-R Front Row) Gerard Canonico, Brian Charles Johnson, Jonathan Groff, Remy Zaken and John Gallagher Jr.
Date:
04/26/2022
From: Photos: SPRING AWAKENING Cast Reunites for NYC Premiere of HBO's THOSE YOU'VE KNOWN Documentary
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Pieces of April
[ 2003 ] Timmy Burns
[ 2003 ] Timmy Burns
The Good Student
[ 2006 ] Brett Mullen
[ 2006 ] Brett Mullen
Whatever Works
[ 2009 ] Perry
[ 2009 ] Perry
Jonah Hex
[ 2010 ] Lieutenant Evan
[ 2010 ] Lieutenant Evan
Margaret
[ 2011 ] Darren
[ 2011 ] Darren
Short Term 12
[ 2013 ] Mon
[ 2013 ] Mon
The Heart Machine
[ 2014 ] Cody
[ 2014 ] Cody
10 Cloverfield Lane
[ 2016 ] Emmett
[ 2016 ] Emmett
The Belko Experiment
[ 2016 ] Mike Milch
[ 2016 ] Mike Milch
Hush
[ 2016 ] The Man
[ 2016 ] The Man
Sadie
[ 2018 ] Cyrus
[ 2018 ] Cyrus
Peppermint
[ 2018 ] Detective Stan Carmichael
[ 2018 ] Detective Stan Carmichael
The Miseducation of Cameron Post
[ 2018 ] Reverend Rick
[ 2018 ] Reverend Rick
American Woman
[ 2019 ] Juan
[ 2019 ] Juan
The Best of Enemies
[ 2019 ] Lee Tromblay
[ 2019 ] Lee Tromblay
Underwater
[ 2020 ] Liam Smith
[ 2020 ] Liam Smith
Come Play
[ 2020 ] Marty
[ 2020 ] Marty
The Same Storm
[ 2021 ] Dale Salt
[ 2021 ] Dale Salt
Abandoned
[ 2022 ] Alex
[ 2022 ] Alex
Gone in the Night
[ 2022 ] Max
[ 2022 ] Max
TV Shows
The Newsroom
Jim Harper
Jim Harper
Awards and Nominations
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2016 - Best Featured Actor in a Play
John Gallagher, Jr., Long Day's Journey Into Night
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2007 - Best Featured Actor in a Musical
John Gallagher Jr., Spring Awakening
winner
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
John Gallagher, Jr., Spring Awakening
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
John Gallagher, Jr, Spring Awakening
Videos
WATCH: The Avett Brothers Release First Video of Title Song From Their New Musical SWEPT AWAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2021
VIDEO: Watch a New TV Spot for UNDERWATER, Starring Kristen Stewart & John Gallagher Jr.
by Sarah Leiber - Dec 20, 2019
VIDEO: Check Out the Trailer for THE MISEDUCATION OF CAMERON POST in Theaters August 3
by Macon Prickett - Jul 10, 2018
TV: The Star-Studded Company of LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT Celebrates Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 28, 2016
TV: Take a LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT with Highlights of Jessica Lange, Gabriel Byrne & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 27, 2016
TV: Broadway's John Gallagher Jr. Appears on WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 24, 2016
AUDIO: Tony Winner John Gallagher Jr. Previews New Single, 'Dangerous Strangers'
by Sally Henry Fuller - Dec 27, 2015
TV Exclusive: THE BATTERY'S DOWN Reunites After Six Years; Watch Concert Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 25, 2015
THE BATTERY'S DOWN Will Return for Reunion Special & Joe's Pub Concert- Watch the Teaser Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2015
TV Exclusive: BACKSTAGE WITH RICHARD RIDGE- Big Screen-Bound John Gallagher Jr.
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Oct 19, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Reunited! Lea Michele, Jonathan Groff and the Original Cast of SPRING AWAKENING Revisit the Atlantic
by Stage Tube - Dec 6, 2013
STAGE TUBE: Original SPRING AWAKENING Stars to Reunite for 'Special Event' at ATC
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 3, 2013
TV: John Gallagher Jr., Tom Kitt, Rebecca Naomi Jones & More Talk BROADWAY IDIOT at NYC Premiere
by Randy Rainbow - Oct 30, 2013
News
GoFundMe Campaign Launches to Save The West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre
The West Bank Cafe previously announced that it will be closing its doors next month. Now, a GoFundMe campaign has launched to help save the venue from its demise. Learn more about how to help here!
The West Bank Cafe previously announced that it will be closing its doors next month. Now, a GoFundMe campaign has launched to help save the venue from its demise. Learn more about how to help here!
Bandits on the Run to Release New Single, Embark on Summer Tour
Continuing to establish themselves as one of the most multi-faceted collectives in modern indie music and theatre, Bandits on the Run has announced the new single, “You Are Not A Ghost,” and summer tour. In addition to this latest original offering, the trio of Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Torin Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn are also unveiling several impressive developments across a wide range of theatrical projects.
Continuing to establish themselves as one of the most multi-faceted collectives in modern indie music and theatre, Bandits on the Run has announced the new single, “You Are Not A Ghost,” and summer tour. In addition to this latest original offering, the trio of Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Torin Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn are also unveiling several impressive developments across a wide range of theatrical projects.
Photos: Will Butler + Sister Squares Perform at Bowery Electric
Earlier this week, Grammy Award-winner Will Butler performed a special one-night-only concert with his band, Will Butler + Sister Squares at Bowery Electric. See photos!
Earlier this week, Grammy Award-winner Will Butler performed a special one-night-only concert with his band, Will Butler + Sister Squares at Bowery Electric. See photos!
The Avett Brothers' SWEPT AWAY To Open On Broadway In Fall 2024
The new musical Swept Away, with music by The Avett Brothers, will begin performances on Broadway this fall.
The new musical Swept Away, with music by The Avett Brothers, will begin performances on Broadway this fall.
Photos: Inside Matt DeAngelis' THE JANICE JAM: BROADWAY FOR BREAST CANCER
On Monday night, Broadway’s Matt DeAngelis (Waitress), who lost his mother, Janice, in 2022 to metastatic breast cancer, gathered his dearest Broadway friends and industry colleagues together for THE JANICE JAM: BROADWAY FOR BREAST CANCER and raised over $52,000 for Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Check out photos here!
On Monday night, Broadway’s Matt DeAngelis (Waitress), who lost his mother, Janice, in 2022 to metastatic breast cancer, gathered his dearest Broadway friends and industry colleagues together for THE JANICE JAM: BROADWAY FOR BREAST CANCER and raised over $52,000 for Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Check out photos here!
Photos: The Avett Brothers Musical SWEPT AWAY Opens at Arena Stage!
On Wednesday evening, The Avett Brothers (Scott Avett, Seth Avett, and Bob Crawford) celebrated the opening of their new musical, Swept Away, running at Arena Stage’s Kreeger Theater at the Mead Center for American Theater in Washington, D.C. through January 14 after a thrice-extended run at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in early 2022. Check out photos below!
On Wednesday evening, The Avett Brothers (Scott Avett, Seth Avett, and Bob Crawford) celebrated the opening of their new musical, Swept Away, running at Arena Stage’s Kreeger Theater at the Mead Center for American Theater in Washington, D.C. through January 14 after a thrice-extended run at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in early 2022. Check out photos below!
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of The Avett Brothers Musical SWEPT AWAY at Arena Stage
Check out photos from opening night of The Avett Brothers musical Swept Away at Arena Stage!
Check out photos from opening night of The Avett Brothers musical Swept Away at Arena Stage!
First Look at the Avett Brothers Musical SWEPT AWAY Key Art in Collaboration With Poster Artist Ken Taylor
The new soul-stirring Avett Brothers musical 'Swept Away' has unveiled a collaboration with rock 'n' roll poster artist Ken Taylor. Get a first look here!
The new soul-stirring Avett Brothers musical 'Swept Away' has unveiled a collaboration with rock 'n' roll poster artist Ken Taylor. Get a first look here!
Ariana DeBose Space Thriller I.S.S. Gets Nationwide Theatrical Release
The Ariana DeBose-led sci-fi thriller I.S.S. has been picked up by Bleeker Street for a U.S. theatrical release. Directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite and written by Nick Shafir, the film was produced by Pete Shilaimon, Mickey Liddell. The cast also includes Chris Messina, Pilou Asbæk, John Gallagher Jr., Costa Ronin, and Maria Mashkova.
The Ariana DeBose-led sci-fi thriller I.S.S. has been picked up by Bleeker Street for a U.S. theatrical release. Directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite and written by Nick Shafir, the film was produced by Pete Shilaimon, Mickey Liddell. The cast also includes Chris Messina, Pilou Asbæk, John Gallagher Jr., Costa Ronin, and Maria Mashkova.
Photos: John Gallagher, Jr. Performs at NEXT@LCT3
See photos of John Gallagher, Jr. performing at NEXT@LCT3.
See photos of John Gallagher, Jr. performing at NEXT@LCT3.
Photos: FUNNY GIRL's Lea Michele Celebrates With SPRING AWAKENING Pals, Ryan Murphy and More
She's the greatest star! Emmy-nominated Glee star Lea Michele began her run as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl on Broadway. Check out photos of her first night celebration with Spring Awakening pals Jonathan Groff and John Gallagher, Jr., GLEE creator Ryan Murphy, director Michael Mayer, Drew Barrymore, Zachary Quinto and more!
She's the greatest star! Emmy-nominated Glee star Lea Michele began her run as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl on Broadway. Check out photos of her first night celebration with Spring Awakening pals Jonathan Groff and John Gallagher, Jr., GLEE creator Ryan Murphy, director Michael Mayer, Drew Barrymore, Zachary Quinto and more!
Wake Up With BWW 4/20: HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Reviews, First Look at SPRING AWAKENING Documentary, and More!
Today's top stories include the opening night of How I Learned to Drive on Broadway! Read the reviews here! Plus, Jeremy Jordan, Harriet Harris and André De Shields will lead the world premiere of When Playwrights Kill, get a first look at HBO's Spring Awakening: Those You've Known documentary, and more!
Today's top stories include the opening night of How I Learned to Drive on Broadway! Read the reviews here! Plus, Jeremy Jordan, Harriet Harris and André De Shields will lead the world premiere of When Playwrights Kill, get a first look at HBO's Spring Awakening: Those You've Known documentary, and more!
Photos: First Look at HBO's SPRING AWAKENING: THOSE YOU'VE KNOWN Documentary
Check out the first photos of Jonathan Groff, Lea Michele, John Gallagher Jr., Lauren Pritchard, Lilli Cooper, Skylar Astin, Gerard Canonico, Jennifer Damiano, Christine Estabrook, Gideon Glick, Robert Hager, Brian C. Johnson, Krysta Rodriguez, and more in HBO's Spring Awakening: Those You've Known documentary!
Check out the first photos of Jonathan Groff, Lea Michele, John Gallagher Jr., Lauren Pritchard, Lilli Cooper, Skylar Astin, Gerard Canonico, Jennifer Damiano, Christine Estabrook, Gideon Glick, Robert Hager, Brian C. Johnson, Krysta Rodriguez, and more in HBO's Spring Awakening: Those You've Known documentary!
Wake Up With BWW 4/6: SPRING AWAKENING Documentary, and More!
Today's top stories include an upcoming Spring Awakening documentary called 'Those You've Known'! Plus, find out about the latest COVID-related cancellations and changes, including the first preview of A Strange Loop, and Matthew Broderick in Plaza Suite.
Today's top stories include an upcoming Spring Awakening documentary called 'Those You've Known'! Plus, find out about the latest COVID-related cancellations and changes, including the first preview of A Strange Loop, and Matthew Broderick in Plaza Suite.
HBO Announces SPRING AWAKENING: THOSE YOU'VE KNOWN Documentary
15 years after the smash, Tony-winning Broadway run of “Spring Awakening,” the original cast and creative team reunite for a spectacular, one-night only reunion concert to benefit The Actors Fund. The documentary features Jonathan Groff, Lea Michele, John Gallagher Jr., Lauren Pritchard, Lilli Cooper, Skylar Astin, Krysta Rodriguez, and more.
15 years after the smash, Tony-winning Broadway run of “Spring Awakening,” the original cast and creative team reunite for a spectacular, one-night only reunion concert to benefit The Actors Fund. The documentary features Jonathan Groff, Lea Michele, John Gallagher Jr., Lauren Pritchard, Lilli Cooper, Skylar Astin, Krysta Rodriguez, and more.
Wake Up With BWW 2/16: Brittney Johnson Takes Over as Glinda, Whitney Houston Musical, and More!
Today's top stories include photos from Brittney Johnson's first performance as full-time Glinda in Wicked, the 2022 Hollywood Bowl season announcement, and more! Plus, a Broadway show about Whitney Houston is in the works! The show will be a stage adaptation of the upcoming Kasi Lemmons-directed biopic “I Wanna Dance With Somebody', premiering on December 23.
Today's top stories include photos from Brittney Johnson's first performance as full-time Glinda in Wicked, the 2022 Hollywood Bowl season announcement, and more! Plus, a Broadway show about Whitney Houston is in the works! The show will be a stage adaptation of the upcoming Kasi Lemmons-directed biopic “I Wanna Dance With Somebody', premiering on December 23.
Wake Up With BWW 1/20: NEWSIES JR. Available For Licensing, WEST SIDE STORY Screenplay, and More!
Today's top stories include a first look at The Avett Brothers musical Swept Away, which opens tonight at Berkeley Rep. Plus, the full screenplay has been released for the West Side Story film, and you can read it now!
Today's top stories include a first look at The Avett Brothers musical Swept Away, which opens tonight at Berkeley Rep. Plus, the full screenplay has been released for the West Side Story film, and you can read it now!
Photos: Get A First Look At The Avett Brothers' Musical SWEPT AWAY; Opens Tomorrow At Berkeley Rep
BroadwayWorld has a first look at The Avett Brothers musical Swept Away, as well as a never-before seen set list of the musical numbers performed in the show. The set list is penned by Seth Avett and includes “Lord Lay Your Hand On My Shoulder,” a new song he wrote specifically for the production.
BroadwayWorld has a first look at The Avett Brothers musical Swept Away, as well as a never-before seen set list of the musical numbers performed in the show. The set list is penned by Seth Avett and includes “Lord Lay Your Hand On My Shoulder,” a new song he wrote specifically for the production.
Wake Up With BWW 12/14: FLYING OVER SUNSET Opens, Golden Globe Nominees, and More!
Today's top stories include the opening of Flying Over Sunset, which officially opened on Broadway last night. Read all of the reviews here! Plus, check out the full list of Golden Globe nominees, Critics Choice Award nominees, and more!
Today's top stories include the opening of Flying Over Sunset, which officially opened on Broadway last night. Read all of the reviews here! Plus, check out the full list of Golden Globe nominees, Critics Choice Award nominees, and more!
Wake Up With BWW 11/17: ANNIE LIVE! Casting, Inside COMPANY Re-Opening, and More!
Today's top stories include full casting announced for Annie Live! Plus, we're taking you inside Company's first performance back on Broadway with photos and videos from the big night. Additionally, check out photos from the Spring Awakening reunion concert, and the New York premiere of tick, tick...BOOM!
Today's top stories include full casting announced for Annie Live! Plus, we're taking you inside Company's first performance back on Broadway with photos and videos from the big night. Additionally, check out photos from the Spring Awakening reunion concert, and the New York premiere of tick, tick...BOOM!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Gallagher Jr. been in?
John Gallagher Jr. has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has John Gallagher Jr. been in?
John Gallagher Jr. has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has John Gallagher Jr. been nominated for?
Best Featured Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Long Day's Journey Into Night, Best Featured Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Spring Awakening, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Spring Awakening and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Spring Awakening.
What awards has John Gallagher Jr. won?
John Gallagher Jr. has won the following awards: Best Featured Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Long Day's Journey Into Night, Best Featured Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Spring Awakening, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Spring Awakening.
Videos