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BIO

Marjan Neshat was born on October 10, 1975 in Tehran, Iran. She is an actress, known for RoboCop (2014), Alfie (2004) and The Book of Henry (2017).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Vineyard Theater Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Original Off-Broadway production, 2022
Nazanin

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere, 2020
Afiya

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Masha

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Mary Scaccia


Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2023 - Special Citation

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winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - The Sam Norkin Off-Broadway Award

Marjan Neshat


winner
Obie Awards - 2022 - Special Citation

Marjan Neshat, English

News


How ENGLISH Is Shining a Spotlight on a New Kind of Middle Eastern Story
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 17, 2025

​Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play English is entering its final weeks on Broadway. The new play, presented by Roundabout Theare Company and directed by Knud Adams, is all about the power of communication and the part language plays in shaping our identity. 
Video: Inside Opening Night of ENGLISH on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - Jan 30, 2025

The best of Broadway gathered at the Todd Haimes Theatre to celebrate opening night of English-Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play English, directed by Knud Adams.  Watch in this video as the whole company comes together to celebrate the special occasion and tells us all about the new play.
Photos: ENGLISH on Broadway Opening Night Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 24, 2025

Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play English, directed by Knud Adams, is officially open on Broadway at The Todd Haimes Theatre. Check out photos from the red carpet here! 
Photos: ENGLISH Company Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 24, 2025

The best of Broadway was on hand to celebrate opening night of Engilsh- Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play English, directed by Knud Adams. Check out photos of the cast and creative team before the curtain went up here.
Video: Scenes from ENGLISH on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 24, 2025

Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play English, directed by Knud Adams, is officially open at the Todd Haimes Theatre. Watch highlights from the show in this video!
Photos: First Look at ENGLISH on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 24, 2025

English has arrived on Broadway. The Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Sanaz Toossi and directed by Knud Adams, is officially open at the Todd Haimes Theatre. Check out photos of the cast in action here.
Photos: ENGLISH Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 24, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company just celebrated opening night of Pulitzer Prize-winning play English by Sanaz Toossi and directed by Knud Adams. Check out photos from the cast's opening night bows!
Review Roundup: Pulitzer Prize-Winning ENGLISH Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company's brings its production of Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, English, directed by Knud Adams, to Broadway! The show officially opens tonight at the Todd Haimes Theatre. Read the reviews!
Meet the Cast of ENGLISH, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Sanaz Toossi's English, directed by Knud Adams, is officially coming to Broadway, beginning previews tonight. Meet the cast of English here!
Character Breakdown: ENGLISH Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Joey Mervis - Dec 28, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company's English is getting ready to begin previews on Broadway! Written by Sanaz Toossi, the new play arrives at the Todd Haimes Theatre directed by Knud Adams. Watch as the cast unpacks their roles!
Video: Meet the Broadway-Bound Cast of ENGLISH
by Joey Mervis - Dec 23, 2024

The next play to hit Broadway is the Roundabout Theatre Company production of English, which will begin previews at the Todd Haimes Theatre on Friday, January 3, 2025. Watch as we hang with the whole cast and creative team in this video!
Up on the Marquee: ENGLISH
by Jennifer Broski - Dec 20, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company is getting ready to bring Sanaz Toossi's English, directed by Knud Adams, to Broadway! Check out photos of the new marquee here.
Photos: In Rehearsal for ENGLISH On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2024

Go inside rehearsal for Roundabout Theatre Company’s production of English by Sanaz Toossi, directed by Knud Adams in new photos!
Photos: The Cast of ENGLISH on Broadway Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 9, 2024

Performances begin next month for Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play English. The cast of English recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!
ENGLISH on Broadway to Feature Original Cast from Off-Broadway World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast for the upcoming Broadway production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play English by Sanaz Toossi and directed by Knud Adams. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: VLADIMIR Opening Night at Manhattan Theatre Club
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 16, 2024

Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting world premiere of Vladimir, written by Erika Sheffer  and directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan. Check out photos from opening night! 
Photos: SOMEONE SPECTACULAR Opens Off-Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 1, 2024

Last night was the officially opening night for someone spectacular, the world premiere of a new play by Doménica Feraud, directed by Tatiana Pandiani. The production is now playing at The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Roundabout's JONAH
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 2, 2024

Roundabout Theatre Company just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of Jonah by Rachel Bonds, directed by Danya Taymor. Jonah will play through March 10, 2024 at the Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and you can check out photos here
Photo Exclusive: Go Inside PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opening Night After Party!
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 13, 2024

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!
David Cale, Les Waters, Ryan J. Haddad & More to Take Part in Berkeley Rep's 2023 Ground Floor Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023

Get a glimpse into the future of theater as Berkeley Rep announces the talented participants joining The Ground Floor program for 2023. From emerging artists to rising stars, explore the innovative works and fresh voices shaping the industry.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Marjan Neshat been nominated for?

Special Citation (Obie Awards) for English, The Sam Norkin Off-Broadway Award (Drama Desk Awards) and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for English.

What awards has Marjan Neshat won?

Marjan Neshat has won the Special Citation at the Obie Awards for English and the Sam Norkin Off-Broadway Award at the Drama Desk Awards. Additionally, Neshat received a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for English.

How many Broadway shows has Marjan Neshat been in?

Marjan Neshat has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Marjan Neshat been in?

Marjan Neshat has not appeared in the West End.

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