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Lennon: Through a Glass Onion Lennon: Through a Glass Onion
[Off-Broadway]
Off Broadway Production, 2014
Performer
Hairspray
[Toronto]
Toronto Production, 2004
TV Announcer
Hairspray
[US Tour]
National Tour, 2003
TV Announcer [uncredited]
Hairspray Hairspray
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
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Productions

Cry-BabyCry-Baby
 
[Broadway, 2008]
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HairsprayHairspray
 
[Broadway, 2002] [Replacement]
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Cry-Baby
Source Material
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The Criterion Mobile Closet Sets SXSW as the Next Stop Photo
The Criterion Mobile Closet Sets SXSW as the Next Stop
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2025

Criterion will continue traveling the Criterion Closet Picks to SXSW® next, stopping in front of the Paramount Theatre in Austin, TX on Friday, March 7 from 3pm-7pm, Saturday, March 8 to Sunday, March 9 from 11am-7pm, and Monday, March 10 from 11am-5pm.
Christie Whelan Browne And John Waters Join The Cast Of BLOOM at STC's Roslyn Packer Photo
Christie Whelan Browne And John Waters Join The Cast Of BLOOM at STC's Roslyn Packer Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Bloom – a cheeky, heartwarming and cross-generational musical directed by Dean Bryant will be presented at Sydney Theatre Company's Roslyn Packer Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
TEXAS ANNIE: The Legend of the Moan Ranger is Coming to New York City Fringe Festiva Photo
TEXAS ANNIE: The Legend of the Moan Ranger is Coming to New York City Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Plays for Progress will present TEXAS ANNIE: The Legend of the Moan Ranger. The multi-media, interactive staged reading will be presented as part of the 2025 New York City Fringe Festival with FRIGID New York. Learn more.
FRIGID New York Reveals Schedule Of Performances For 2025 New York City Fringe Festiv Photo
FRIGID New York Reveals Schedule Of Performances For 2025 New York City Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

FRIGID New York will present the 2025 New York City Fringe Festival at UNDER St. Marks, wild project and the Chain Theatre. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast and Creative Team Set For UK Premiere of CRY-BABY THE MUSICAL Photo
Cast and Creative Team Set For UK Premiere of CRY-BABY THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025

Arcola Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Cry-Baby, The Musical. The 17-strong cast is the largest ensemble for a production in the theatre’s history.
CABARET, FROZEN & More Set for 5-Star Theatricals 2025 Season Photo
CABARET, FROZEN & More Set for 5-Star Theatricals 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

STAR THEATRICALS has reveraled its 2025 season of shows!  All of 5-Star’s productions are locally produced, auditioned and rehearsed in Southern California. See the full lineup of shows and learn how to purchase tickets.
The RAT NYC In DUMBO Reveals February Programming Including Valentine's Day Shows & M Photo
The RAT NYC In DUMBO Reveals February Programming Including Valentine's Day Shows & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

This February, include The RAT NYC in your Valentine's Day plans! They have a show for every couple all V-Day week long. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
FRIGID New York Unveils Lineup For 2025 New York City Fringe Festival Photo
FRIGID New York Unveils Lineup For 2025 New York City Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2025

FRIGID New York will present the 2025 New York City Fringe Festival at UNDER St. Marks, wild project, and the Chain Theatre this April. Learn more about the festival here!
HAIRSPRAY to be Presented at Sullivan Rep in February Photo
HAIRSPRAY to be Presented at Sullivan Rep in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

Hairspray, the modern classic with Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman, and book by Mark O'Donell & Thomas Meehan will be presented by Sullivan Rep as the opening show of their second season. Learn more!
Winners Revealed For 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards Photo
Winners Revealed For 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

The winners of the 2024 Sydney Theatre Awards were announced  at a star-studded ceremony, with 28 Awards presented, shared between 16 productions. Check out the winners ehre!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; LADY MACBETH PLAYED WING DEFENCE at Melbourne Fringe Festival Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards; HAMILTON at Sydney Lyric Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; Melbourne Fringe Festival Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards; Sydney Lyric Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Filmmaker Payal Kapadia to Receive 2025 Coolidge Breakthrough Artist Award Photo
Filmmaker Payal Kapadia to Receive 2025 Coolidge Breakthrough Artist Award
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 16, 2024

The Coolidge Corner Theatre (‘the Coolidge’) has announced visionary writer-director Payal Kapadia (All We Imagine as Light) as the 2025 recipient of The Coolidge Breakthrough Artist Award.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards; HAMILTON at Sydney Lyric Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Alex Tatarsky Named 2024 Recipient of The Mark O’Donnell Prize Photo
Alex Tatarsky Named 2024 Recipient of The Mark O’Donnell Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024

The Entertainment Community Fund and Playwrights Horizons revealed that New York City creator and performer Alex Tatarsky is the 2024 recipient of The Mark O’Donnell Prize. Learn more about Tatarsky and the Prize!
NORDSTROM NYC Special Event Rings in the Holidays Photo
NORDSTROM NYC Special Event Rings in the Holidays
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 11, 2024

Nordstrom NYC recently celebrated its 'Wonder All the Way' campaign and holiday takeover, 'The Blizz on 57th Street,' in New York City with a one night only private shopping event for VIPs, media, industry tastemakers, customers, and friends of Nordstrom. 
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Australia - Sydney Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
CHLOE SAVES CHRISTMAS Presented at The Tank This Week Photo
CHLOE SAVES CHRISTMAS Presented at The Tank This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024

Chloe Saves Christmas, this one of a kind tale of tenderness, is cleverly directed by Bryan Songy and runs at The Tank. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has John Waters been in?

John Waters has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has John Waters been in?

John Waters has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has John Waters written?

John Waters has written 2 shows including Cry-Baby (Source Material), Hairspray (Source Material).

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