Jonathan Tolins
Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Latest News on Jonathan Tolins:
Review Roundup: TAKE THE LEAD Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse (Apr 9, 2025)
Review: TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse Charms, Inspires and Dazzles (Apr 8, 2025)
Review: BUYER & CELLAR Delights at RENAISSANCE (Mar 28, 2025)
Review Roundup: TAKE THE LEAD Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse (Apr 9, 2025)
Review: TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse Charms, Inspires and Dazzles (Apr 8, 2025)
Review: BUYER & CELLAR Delights at RENAISSANCE (Mar 28, 2025)
BIO
Jonathan Tolins is known for his plays BUYER & CELLAR, THE LAST SUNDAY IN JUNE, and THE TWILIGHT OF THE GOLDS. He co-wrote the movies THE TWILIGHT OF THE GOLDS and MARTIAN CHILD. For television, he has written for QUEER AS FOLK, PARTNERS, and BRAINDEAD.
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Video: The Company of TAKE THE LEAD At Paper Mill Playhouses Performs 'Watch Me Move'
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-03-14 21:26:21
Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnny and June
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-29 10:09:01
VIDEO: Watch Jessica Vosk Sing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' from GET HAPPY at Carnegie Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-12-24 15:14:21
Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnny and June
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-29 10:09:01
VIDEO: Watch Jessica Vosk Sing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' from GET HAPPY at Carnegie Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-12-24 15:14:21
Exclusive: Watch Jessica Vosk (and Andy Karl) Sing Judy Garland
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-12-09 13:52:54
Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnny and June
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-29 10:09:01
VIDEO: Watch Jessica Vosk Sing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' from GET HAPPY at Carnegie Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-12-24 15:14:21
Exclusive: Watch Jessica Vosk (and Andy Karl) Sing Judy Garland
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-12-09 13:52:54
VIDEO: First Look at Photos From BUYER AND CELLAR at Island City Stage
by Stephi Wild - 2018-11-17 10:27:43
VIDEO: Watch Jessica Vosk Sing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' from GET HAPPY at Carnegie Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-12-24 15:14:21
Exclusive: Watch Jessica Vosk (and Andy Karl) Sing Judy Garland
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-12-09 13:52:54
VIDEO: First Look at Photos From BUYER AND CELLAR at Island City Stage
by Stephi Wild - 2018-11-17 10:27:43
VIDEO: BUYER AND CELLAR Playwright Talks Island City Stage Production
by Alan Henry - 2018-11-06 10:06:40
Exclusive: Watch Jessica Vosk (and Andy Karl) Sing Judy Garland
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-12-09 13:52:54
VIDEO: First Look at Photos From BUYER AND CELLAR at Island City Stage
by Stephi Wild - 2018-11-17 10:27:43
VIDEO: BUYER AND CELLAR Playwright Talks Island City Stage Production
by Alan Henry - 2018-11-06 10:06:40
VIDEO: First Look at Photos From BUYER AND CELLAR at Island City Stage
by Stephi Wild - 2018-11-17 10:27:43
VIDEO: BUYER AND CELLAR Playwright Talks Island City Stage Production
by Alan Henry - 2018-11-06 10:06:40
Up Your Holiday Season Twitter Game With These A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE Gifs
by Alan Henry - 2017-12-18 10:59:43
VIDEO: BUYER AND CELLAR Playwright Talks Island City Stage Production
by Alan Henry - 2018-11-06 10:06:40
Up Your Holiday Season Twitter Game With These A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE Gifs
by Alan Henry - 2017-12-18 10:59:43
VIDEO: Watch Jane Krakowski & More Show-Stopping Performances from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-18 09:49:06
Up Your Holiday Season Twitter Game With These A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE Gifs
by Alan Henry - 2017-12-18 10:59:43
VIDEO: Watch Jane Krakowski & More Show-Stopping Performances from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-18 09:49:06
VIDEO: First Listen - Bebe Rexha Sings New Pasek & Paul Song from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-13 14:58:51
Up Your Holiday Season Twitter Game With These A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE Gifs
by Alan Henry - 2017-12-18 10:59:43
VIDEO: Watch Jane Krakowski & More Show-Stopping Performances from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-18 09:49:06
VIDEO: First Listen - Bebe Rexha Sings New Pasek & Paul Song from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-13 14:58:51
VIDEO: Triple Dog-Dare You! Watch Teaser for A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-11-20 06:31:11
VIDEO: Watch Jane Krakowski & More Show-Stopping Performances from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-18 09:49:06
VIDEO: First Listen - Bebe Rexha Sings New Pasek & Paul Song from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-13 14:58:51
VIDEO: Triple Dog-Dare You! Watch Teaser for A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-11-20 06:31:11
VIDEO: Michael Urie Chats Drama Desk Awards Hosting Gig on GOOD DAY NEW YORK
by BWW News Desk - 2017-05-30 13:10:06
VIDEO: First Listen - Bebe Rexha Sings New Pasek & Paul Song from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-13 14:58:51
VIDEO: Triple Dog-Dare You! Watch Teaser for A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-11-20 06:31:11
VIDEO: Michael Urie Chats Drama Desk Awards Hosting Gig on GOOD DAY NEW YORK
by BWW News Desk - 2017-05-30 13:10:06
VIDEO: New Trailer for Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROS at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - 2017-04-07 11:39:49
VIDEO: Triple Dog-Dare You! Watch Teaser for A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-11-20 06:31:11
VIDEO: Michael Urie Chats Drama Desk Awards Hosting Gig on GOOD DAY NEW YORK
by BWW News Desk - 2017-05-30 13:10:06
VIDEO: New Trailer for Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROS at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - 2017-04-07 11:39:49
VIDEO: Watch Highlights from Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROS at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-22 13:12:55
VIDEO: Michael Urie Chats Drama Desk Awards Hosting Gig on GOOD DAY NEW YORK
by BWW News Desk - 2017-05-30 13:10:06
VIDEO: New Trailer for Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROS at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - 2017-04-07 11:39:49
VIDEO: Watch Highlights from Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROS at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-22 13:12:55
VIDEO: New Trailer for Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROS at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - 2017-04-07 11:39:49
VIDEO: Watch Highlights from Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROS at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-22 13:12:55
STAGE TUBE: Jamie Lee Curtis, John Stamos, and More FOX Stars Tackle GREASE Lyrics
by Sally Henry - 2015-11-14 18:15:09
VIDEO: Watch Highlights from Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROS at Everyman
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-22 13:12:55
STAGE TUBE: Jamie Lee Curtis, John Stamos, and More FOX Stars Tackle GREASE Lyrics
by Sally Henry - 2015-11-14 18:15:09
TV Exclusive: Happy Birthday Michael Urie! BWW Visits Oz Performance!
by Robert Diamond - 2015-08-09 11:58:35
STAGE TUBE: Jamie Lee Curtis, John Stamos, and More FOX Stars Tackle GREASE Lyrics
by Sally Henry - 2015-11-14 18:15:09
TV Exclusive: Happy Birthday Michael Urie! BWW Visits Oz Performance!
by Robert Diamond - 2015-08-09 11:58:35
STAGE TUBE: Watch Tony Yazbeck & Megan Fairchild Dance the 'Great Lover' Ballet in ON THE TOWN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-08-03 17:02:46
STAGE TUBE: Jamie Lee Curtis, John Stamos, and More FOX Stars Tackle GREASE Lyrics
by Sally Henry - 2015-11-14 18:15:09
TV Exclusive: Happy Birthday Michael Urie! BWW Visits Oz Performance!
by Robert Diamond - 2015-08-09 11:58:35
STAGE TUBE: Watch Tony Yazbeck & Megan Fairchild Dance the 'Great Lover' Ballet in ON THE TOWN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-08-03 17:02:46
VIDEO: ON THE TOWN Cast Members Sing ABC's 'World News Now' in the Style of a Polka
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-07-26 15:39:53
TV Exclusive: Happy Birthday Michael Urie! BWW Visits Oz Performance!
by Robert Diamond - 2015-08-09 11:58:35
STAGE TUBE: Watch Tony Yazbeck & Megan Fairchild Dance the 'Great Lover' Ballet in ON THE TOWN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-08-03 17:02:46
VIDEO: ON THE TOWN Cast Members Sing ABC's 'World News Now' in the Style of a Polka
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-07-26 15:39:53
Video: The Company of TAKE THE LEAD At Paper Mill Playhouses Performs 'Watch Me Move'
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-03-14 21:26:21
STAGE TUBE: Watch Tony Yazbeck & Megan Fairchild Dance the 'Great Lover' Ballet in ON THE TOWN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-08-03 17:02:46
VIDEO: ON THE TOWN Cast Members Sing ABC's 'World News Now' in the Style of a Polka
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-07-26 15:39:53
Video: The Company of TAKE THE LEAD At Paper Mill Playhouses Performs 'Watch Me Move'
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-03-14 21:26:21
VIDEO: ON THE TOWN Cast Members Sing ABC's 'World News Now' in the Style of a Polka
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-07-26 15:39:53
Video: The Company of TAKE THE LEAD At Paper Mill Playhouses Performs 'Watch Me Move'
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-03-14 21:26:21
Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnny and June
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-29 10:09:01
News
Review Roundup: TAKE THE LEAD Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Apr 9, 2025
What did critics think of Take the Lead, the musical adaptation of the 2006 dance film that starred Antonio Banderas. Starring 3LW and Cheetah Girls member Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, Vincent Jamal Hooper, Savy Jackson, Tam Mutu, and more, the production is now running at Paper Mill Playhouse through April 27.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 9, 2025
What did critics think of Take the Lead, the musical adaptation of the 2006 dance film that starred Antonio Banderas. Starring 3LW and Cheetah Girls member Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, Vincent Jamal Hooper, Savy Jackson, Tam Mutu, and more, the production is now running at Paper Mill Playhouse through April 27.
Review: TAKE THE LEAD at Paper Mill Playhouse Charms, Inspires and Dazzles
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2025
Take the Lead, an exuberant new musical, is now at Paper Mill Playhouse, and it is a definite hit. We attended the opening night when the full house audience was all smiles and cheers.
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2025
Take the Lead, an exuberant new musical, is now at Paper Mill Playhouse, and it is a definite hit. We attended the opening night when the full house audience was all smiles and cheers.
Review: BUYER & CELLAR Delights at RENAISSANCE
by Kelsey Lawler - Mar 28, 2025
Directed by Ray Jivoff and starring Doug Clemons, this quirky and charming one-man show is a delight not to be missed—particularly for fans of the incomparable Barbra Streisand.
by Kelsey Lawler - Mar 28, 2025
Directed by Ray Jivoff and starring Doug Clemons, this quirky and charming one-man show is a delight not to be missed—particularly for fans of the incomparable Barbra Streisand.
André De Shields, Ethan Slater, & More Returning for ELSBETH Season Finale
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 20, 2025
André De Shields, Ethan Slater, Stephen Moyer, and more are set to appear in the season two finale of the CBS series Elsbeth, which airs Thursday, May 8.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 20, 2025
André De Shields, Ethan Slater, Stephen Moyer, and more are set to appear in the season two finale of the CBS series Elsbeth, which airs Thursday, May 8.
Video: The Company of TAKE THE LEAD At Paper Mill Playhouses Performs 'Watch Me Move'
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2025
Check out video of the the company of Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse performing, 'Watch Me Move'! Set in the pulsating heart of New York City, Take The Lead is a new musical based on the 2006 dance film that starred Antonio Banderas.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2025
Check out video of the the company of Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse performing, 'Watch Me Move'! Set in the pulsating heart of New York City, Take The Lead is a new musical based on the 2006 dance film that starred Antonio Banderas.
Michael Urie to Host the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2025
Following his turn as Prince Dauntless in the Broadway production of Once Upon a Mattress, the performer will host the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday, March 27, 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2025
Following his turn as Prince Dauntless in the Broadway production of Once Upon a Mattress, the performer will host the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday, March 27, 2025.
Renaissance Theaterworks To Produce BUYER & CELLAR, by Jonathan Tolins
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
Renaissance Theaterworks will conclude their 32nd season with a one-actor comedy, BUYER & CELLAR by Jonathan Tolins, March 23rd - April 13th with preview performances on March 21st and 22nd.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
Renaissance Theaterworks will conclude their 32nd season with a one-actor comedy, BUYER & CELLAR by Jonathan Tolins, March 23rd - April 13th with preview performances on March 21st and 22nd.
Paper Mill Playhouse to Launch 'Take A Ticket' Initiative For TAKE THE LEAD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025
Paper Mill Playhouse is launching “Take a Ticket,” a new initiative introduced for the upcoming world premiere of Take the Lead. Learn more about the production and see how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025
Paper Mill Playhouse is launching “Take a Ticket,” a new initiative introduced for the upcoming world premiere of Take the Lead. Learn more about the production and see how to attend!
Daniel Anglès estrenará QUAN LA VAIG CONÈIXER (BUYER & CELLAR) en el Maldà de Barcelona
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jan 6, 2025
El actor presentará la adaptación catalana del exitoso título off Broadway en la Ciudad Condal.
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jan 6, 2025
El actor presentará la adaptación catalana del exitoso título off Broadway en la Ciudad Condal.
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
Photos: Michael Urie Unveils Sardi's Caricature
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 28, 2024
Michael Urie, the star of Once Upon a Mattress, received his very own caricature at the legendary Sardi's! Check out photos here.
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 28, 2024
Michael Urie, the star of Once Upon a Mattress, received his very own caricature at the legendary Sardi's! Check out photos here.
Laurie Metcalf and Eric McCormack Join ELSBETH as Guest Stars
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2024
Laurie Metcalf and Eric McCormack have joined the cast of the new season of the CBS dramedy Elsbeth as guest stars.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2024
Laurie Metcalf and Eric McCormack have joined the cast of the new season of the CBS dramedy Elsbeth as guest stars.
Exclusive: Jonathan Tolins Talks Broadway, Opera, & Murder (Oh, My!) in ELSBETH
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 18, 2024
Ahead of the new season, BroadwayWorld sat down with showrunner Jonathan Tolins to discuss the CBS series Elsbeth, its many connections to the stage, and why the show represents a more upbeat version of New York City than is often portrayed onscreen.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 18, 2024
Ahead of the new season, BroadwayWorld sat down with showrunner Jonathan Tolins to discuss the CBS series Elsbeth, its many connections to the stage, and why the show represents a more upbeat version of New York City than is often portrayed onscreen.
Review: BUYER & CELLAR, King's Head Theatre
by Alice Cope - Sep 30, 2024
The wonderfully silly story tells of an out of work actor who is employed to work within the basement of Barbra Streisand’s Malibu property, where they form an unlikely relationship.
by Alice Cope - Sep 30, 2024
The wonderfully silly story tells of an out of work actor who is employed to work within the basement of Barbra Streisand’s Malibu property, where they form an unlikely relationship.
Photos: Rob Madge in Rehearsal For BUYER & CELLAR
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2024
Rehearsal photos have been released of award-winning actor and writer Rob Madge as Alex in Jonathan Tolins’ Buyer & Cellar. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2024
Rehearsal photos have been released of award-winning actor and writer Rob Madge as Alex in Jonathan Tolins’ Buyer & Cellar. Check out the photos here!
Renaissance Theaterworks Announces Casting for THE MOORS, THE NETHER, and BUYER & CELLAR
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2024
Renaissance Theaterworks has announced casting of their 2024-2025 season offerings: The Moors by Jen Silverman, The Nether by Jennifer Haley and Buyer & Cellar by Jonathan Tolins.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2024
Renaissance Theaterworks has announced casting of their 2024-2025 season offerings: The Moors by Jen Silverman, The Nether by Jennifer Haley and Buyer & Cellar by Jonathan Tolins.
Edinburgh Fringe Transfers to King's Head Theatre and More Shows Set For Autumn 2024
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2024
King’s Head Theatre has shared upcoming shows now on sale for the autumn in the 200-seat Main House and the versatile and intimate 50-seat cabaret space @4Below.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2024
King’s Head Theatre has shared upcoming shows now on sale for the autumn in the 200-seat Main House and the versatile and intimate 50-seat cabaret space @4Below.
Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon to be Honored at York Theatre Company Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2024
The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2024
The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Meet the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024
Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024
Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!
Photos/Video: Rob Madge in BUYER & CELLAR
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024
New photos and video footage have been released of award-winning actor and writer Rob Madge as Alex in Jonathan Tolins’ Buyer & Cellar opening at London’s King’s Head Theatre for five weeks only from 18 September – 19 October.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024
New photos and video footage have been released of award-winning actor and writer Rob Madge as Alex in Jonathan Tolins’ Buyer & Cellar opening at London’s King’s Head Theatre for five weeks only from 18 September – 19 October.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Jonathan Tolins written?
Jonathan Tolins has written 4 shows including The Twilight of the Golds (Playwright), Secrets of the Trade (Playwright), Buyer and Cellar (Playwright), Pride Plays (Author).
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