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Birth Place: Buffalo, NY, USA

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John has appeared in The Foreigner, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, Sweet Charity, Legally Blonde, Unnecessary Farce, Boeing Boeing, Moon Over Buffalo, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The World Goes Round, My One and Only, 42nd Street, and Dames at Sea. Broadway: Lovemusik, By Jeeves and Sunset Boulevard. Off Broadway: Dames at Sea, Olympus on My Mind and Preppies. Other NY credits: The Most Happy Fella and Cinderella (NYC Opera) and Out of This World (City Center). He has toured in 42nd Street, Cats, White Christmas, Mame and Hello Dolly. He recently appeared in the critically acclaimed production of The Drowsy Chaperone at the Goodspeed Opera House. Other regional credits: Kennedy Center, Arena Stage, Goodman Theatre, Paper Mill Playhouse and many others. Film and television: Spinning Into Butter, “The Shield,” “Crossing Jordan,” “Law and Order (SVU and CI),” “Titus” and “Guiding Light.” He is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University.

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STAGE CREDITS

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
Muny Production, 2018
FDR


[Regional (US)]
Denver Center Theatre Company Production, 2014
Ensemble


[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2007
George Davis


[Off-Broadway]
New York City Opera Revival, 2006
Herman


[Los Angeles]
Reprise! Concert, 2004
Peter


[New York]
Reading, 2003
Performer


[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2002
Eddie Ryan


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2001
Bertie Wooster


[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1996
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1995
Ensemble


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Young Writer [Replacement]

Salesman [Replacement]

DeMille's Assistant [Replacement]

Young Writer [Replacement]

Salesman [Replacement]

DeMille's Assistant [Replacement]

Joe Gillis (Understudy) [Replacement]

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[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1993
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
Concert [Off-Broadway], 1988
Ensemble


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1986
Mercury [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1985
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1983


[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1986


Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Special Theatrical Event

John Scher, Liza's at The Palace

Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

John SchererBy Jeeves

Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

John SchererOn the Town

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Review: COME FROM AWAY Lands Perfectly at City Springs Theatre Company
by Caroline Powell - Mar 15, 2026

City Springs Theatre Company continues its 8th season with a regional premiere of COME FROM AWAY. This is a must-see/don't-miss production.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; A CHORUS LINE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Goodspeed Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; A CHORUS LINE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; MAGGIE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Photos: COME FROM AWAY Opens at The John W. Engeman Theater
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 15, 2025

Come From Away has officially opened at the John W. Engeman Theater. Performances run through Sunday, October 26, 2025. Check out photos from the opening night celebration here!
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall
by Paula Makar - Sep 2, 2025

What did our critic Something Rotten! is a musical’s musical! There’s something here for everyone here - pure entertainment for folks who just want to be entertained, and, for the seasoned musical theatre nerd, infinite musical theatre references, from obvious to obscure, that make the show even that much more fun. If you’re a Shakespeare fan, this is a thouroughly modern look into what the Renaissance fans really thought about the Bard!hink of SOMETHING ROTTEN at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall?
COME FROM AWAY Comes to The Engeman
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025

The John W. Engeman Theater has announced the cast and creative team of COME FROM AWAY. On September 11th, 2001, the world stopped. On September 12th, their stories moved us all. T
FEVER DREAMS, RAGTIME and More Top 2025 Connecticut Critics Circle Nominations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025

Goodspeed Musicals’ production of “Ragtime” and two plays from TheaterWorks Hartford – “Fever Dreams” and “Primary Trust” - lead the shows nominated for the 33rd annual Connecticut Critics Circle Awards.  
Video: 'Sticky Situation' from Goodspeed's A CHRISTMAS STORY
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 17, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. Check out the cast as they perform 'Sticky Situation' in the video here!
Exclusive Photos: Jim Stanek, Jenn Gambatese, & More in A CHRISTMAS STORY at Goodspeed
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. A hilariously heartfelt holiday musical for the whole family, A Christmas Story will run at The Goodspeed from Nov. 1 – Dec. 29 in East Haddam, Conn. Check out an exclusive look at the production in the photos here!
Cast Set For A CHRISTMAS STORY at Goodspeed
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

Goodspeed Musicals will welcome A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. A hilariously heartfelt holiday musical for the whole family, A Christmas Story will run at The Goodspeed from Nov. 1 – Dec. 29 in East Haddam, Conn.
Video: Kate Baldwin & More in THE PROM at The Sharon Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2024

The Sharon Playhouse is currently presenting The Prom through August 11th. Watch the company perform the show's finale It's Time To Dance in this all-new video.
Photos: Kate Baldwin and More in THE PROM at The Sharon Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 28, 2024

Check out photos from The Sharon Playhouse's production of The Prom, starring Kate Baldwin and more, here!
THE PROM Starring Kate Baldwin & More to Begin Performances at Sharon Playhouse This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024

The Sharon Playhouse is set to present The Prom. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: Have the Best Day Ever with SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL at Broadway At Music Circus
by Courtney Symes - Jun 27, 2024

Too hot outside? Come cool off with some of your favorite characters in Bikini Bottom. Broadway at Music Circus has transformed into the whimsical town under the sea for a limited time. The Spongebob Musical opened on Broadway in 2017 and its lovable characters have captured the hearts of the young and young at heart ever since. From zany Spongebob to studious Sandy, all of the residents of Bikini Bottom rock out to a score written by a wide array of artists. Songs by talents such as Cyndi Lauper, Panic! at the Disco, and John Legend keep the energy up in this hilarious, exhilarating, and thoughtful show about the world’s most popular sponge.
Review: GYPSY: A MUSICAL FABLE at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall
by Paula Makar - Jun 5, 2024

What did our critic think of GYPSY: A MUSICAL FABLE at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall? There is a reason the musical Gypsy: A Musical Fable is a Golden Age classic. The text, suggested by the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee and written by Authur Laurents, is economical and succinct. Jule Styne’s music varies from catchy tunes to lush, foreboding orchestral maneuvers, and Sondheim’s nascent lyrics are simple and accessible, yet cut to the core of each scene’s objective.
Ben Crawford, Lesli Margherita, and More Set for 42ND STREET at Music Circus
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024

The cast of Broadway at Music Circus's production of 42nd Street has been announced.
Kate Baldwin in THE PROM, Julia Murney Directed CHARLIE BROWN & More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2024/25 Season
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2024

The Sharon Playhouse, the historic arts and entertainment venue in the Northwest Corner of Connecticut has announced casting for the 2024 season. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has John Scherer been in?

John Scherer has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has John Scherer been in?

John Scherer has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has John Scherer been nominated for?

Best Special Theatrical Event (Tony Awards) for Liza's at The Palace, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for By Jeeves and Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Olivier Awards) for On the Town.

What awards has John Scherer won?

John Scherer won the Tony Award for Best Special Theatrical Event for Liza's at The Palace.

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