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Birth Place: Shaker Heights, OH, USA

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Michael McElroy



Michael came to New York City in May of 1990, after finishing his BFA in Theater from Carnegie Mellon University. His Broadway credits include Big River, The Wild Party, Rent, The Who's Tommy, Miss Saigon, Patti Lupone on Broadway, Hair and The High Rollers Social Pleasure Club. National Tour: Sarafina. Off Broadway: NY Shakespeare Festival's Richard III with Denzel Washington, Violet (Playwright's Horizons: Drama Desk Nomination), Thunder Knocking on the Door, Minetta Reperatory Theater and Blue, Grammercy Theater. Regional credits include Angels in America Pts I and II, Alley Theater; Fences, Riverside Theater; Dreamgirls, Pittsburgh Playhouse; Thunder Knocking on the Door, Trinity Reperatory Theater. He was also a featured vocalist on "The Rosie O'Donnell Show." Michael is featured on CD recordings of The Who's Tommy, Blue, Violet, Thunder Knocking on the Door and Leslie Uggams' upcoming CD project. He founded the Broadway Gospel Choir in 1994, then founded the Broadway Inspirational Voices in 1999.

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STAGE CREDITS

Sunday in the Park with George Sunday in the Park with George
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2017
Ensemble
Rent Rent
[US Tour]
The Broadway Tour [National Tour], 2009
Tom Collins
Some Men
[Off-Broadway]
2007
Marcus / Lester / The Snake / Alex / Angel Eyes / Gordon / Seb
Big River
[US Tour]
National Tour, 2004
Jim
Candide
[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 2004
Judge
Captain
Crook
Miracle Brothers
[New York]
Reading, 2004
Performer
Big River Big River
[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2003
Jim
Blue
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2003
Blue Williams
Thunder Knocking on the Door
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Jaguar Dupree
Jaguar Dupree
Blue
[Off-Broadway]
2001
Blue Williams
Hair
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2001
Hud
The Wild Party
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Oscar D'Armano
Violet
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1997
Flicker
Flicker
Disappearing Act
[Off-Broadway]
1996
Performer
Rent Rent
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Tom Collins [Replacement]
Tom Collins [Replacement]
Tom Collins [Replacement]
The Who's Tommy
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Security Guard
Officer #1
Local Lad
Hawker
Ensemble
The High Rollers Social and Pleasure Club
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1992
Sorcerer
The Tragedy of Richard III
[Off-Broadway]
1990
Guard/Messenger/Ensemble
Spring Awakening
[New York]
Workshop, 2001
The Man in the Mask

Productions

Three Mo' Tenors
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Music Arranger
Three Mo' Tenors
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Music Arranger
Street Corner Symphony
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Vocal Music Arranger

TV Shows

MADtv
Jeremy, Sick Boy

Awards and Nominations


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

Michael McElroyBig River:The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Michael McElroy, Big River

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Michael McElroy, Big River


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Michael McElroyBig River

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical

Michael McElroy, Violet

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Broadway Casting Director Alan Filderman Has Passed Away Photo
Broadway Casting Director Alan Filderman Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025

Broadway casting director Alan Filderman has passed away at the age of 70 following a battle with cancer.
Broadway Inspirational Voices Will Host CHOOSE YES! 30th Anniversary Fundraiser Photo
Broadway Inspirational Voices Will Host CHOOSE YES! 30th Anniversary Fundraiser
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025

Broadway Inspirational Voices has announced its annual fundraiser concert, honoring 30 years of support and strengthening communities in need through arts, education and outreach programming.
Feature: Norm Lewis Wrapped Up the Holiday Season with 7 Sold-Out Shows at 54 Photo
Feature: Norm Lewis Wrapped Up the Holiday Season with 7 Sold-Out Shows at 54
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 27, 2024

What happened over the seven consecutive shows, was indeed a Christmas miracle. There was plenty of laughter and tears, and intimate interaction with the audiences. It is simply the “must-see” holiday event of the season.
Photos: Opening Night of NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS at 54 Below Photo
Photos: Opening Night of NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 19, 2024

Norm Lewis kicked off THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS, running nightly through 12/24, on 12/18. In addition to a lovely show, Norm’s opening night was a benefit that also aided 54 Below’s Ticket Subsidy program.
New Jersey Symphony to Present a Series of Holiday Events in December Photo
New Jersey Symphony to Present a Series of Holiday Events in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024

New Jersey Symphony is your place to celebrate the holiday season, with many great events throughout the Garden State. See full programming and learn how to attend!
Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 2024 Gala Photo
Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 2024 Gala
by Jonah Hale - Oct 2, 2024

Earlier this week, Black Theatre United celebrated its 2024 Gala, “Generations of Excellence.' Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet!
Photos: A Fantastic Night For Black Theatre United at Ziegfeld Ballroom Photo
Photos: A Fantastic Night For Black Theatre United at Ziegfeld Ballroom
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 1, 2024

There are galas and there are galas and, then, there was what Black Theatre United pulled off last night, September 30th, celebrating GENERATIONS OF EXCELLENCE at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. From the moment you walked in to the moment you left, the love, respect, admiration and warmth throughout the evening was palpable.
Empire Training Center For The Arts Will Launch a New Not-For-Profit Workforce Develo Photo
Empire Training Center For The Arts Will Launch a New Not-For-Profit Workforce Development Initiative
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

EMPIRE TRAINING CENTER FOR THE ARTS (ETCA), a new not-for-profit workforce development initiative, is set to transform the vocational training landscape of technical and administrative jobs in the performing arts.
Broadway Inspirational Voices Launches 30th Anniversary Season With Celebratory Conce Photo
Broadway Inspirational Voices Launches 30th Anniversary Season With Celebratory Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2024

Broadway Inspirational Voices will commence its 30th anniversary season with a “30th Year Kickoff Concert.”
Whoopi Goldberg, Ariana DeBose, Patti LuPone, & More Named Honorary Co-Chairs For the Photo
Whoopi Goldberg, Ariana DeBose, Patti LuPone, & More Named Honorary Co-Chairs For the Black Theatre United 2024 Gala
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2024

Black Theatre United has announced a star-studded lineup of Honorary Co-Chairs for its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Learn more here!
Photos: Telly Leung Takes the Stage At Birdland Jazz Photo
Photos: Telly Leung Takes the Stage At Birdland Jazz
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2024

On Monday, July 22, Birdland presented Broadway leading man Telly Leung with a new concert, “Back to Birdland.” See photos from the show!
Telly Leung to Present BACK TO BIRDLAND in July Photo
Telly Leung to Present BACK TO BIRDLAND in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2024

Telly Leung will return to Birdland with his new show 'Back to Birdland.' Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Alicia Keys, Linda Twine, and Maxine Williams Will Be Honored at the 2024 Black Theat Photo
Alicia Keys, Linda Twine, and Maxine Williams Will Be Honored at the 2024 Black Theatre United Gala
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2024

Black Theatre United will host its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York. Learn more about how to attend here!
Broadway Dreams Offers MJ THE MUSICAL Scholarship in Atlanta Photo
Broadway Dreams Offers MJ THE MUSICAL Scholarship in Atlanta
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2024

Broadway Dreams has kicked off its 2024 Summer Intensive Tour “Broadway Dreams Goes POP” and is currently making Broadway dreams come true in Atlanta, GA through Friday, June 7, 2024.
Broadway Dreams to Launch 2024 Summer Intensive Tour Photo
Broadway Dreams to Launch 2024 Summer Intensive Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2024

Broadway Dreams is launching its 2024 Summer Intensive Tour, offering aspiring performers the chance to train with top industry professionals in various cities.
Meet the Cast of THE GREAT GATSBY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of THE GREAT GATSBY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024

The Great Gatsby begins previews tonight, March 29, 2024, and is set to open on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at The Broadway Theatre. Meet the cast of The Great Gatsby here!
VIDEO: Gaia Aikman On Taking On The Title Character in AIDA Photo
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by Joshua Wright - Jan 8, 2024

Watch as Gaia Aikman talks about taking on the title character in Disney's AIDA in an all new video. 
Tickets on Sale Now for Broadway Inspirational Voices HOPE IN HARMONY: A HOLIDAY GOSP Photo
Tickets on Sale Now for Broadway Inspirational Voices HOPE IN HARMONY: A HOLIDAY GOSPEL CONCERT
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 7, 2023

On Monday, December 11th, 2023, Broadway Inspirational Voices, the National Nonprofit Grammy Award–nominated and Tony Honors recipient choir, will have their annual holiday Gospel Concert. Made up of Broadway artists whose mission is to support and strengthen communities in need through Arts, Education, and Outreach programming, this evening with BIV is not to be missed. 
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Black Theatre United's Inaugural Gala Photo
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Black Theatre United's Inaugural Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 31, 2023

Just last night, Black Theatre United (BTU) held its inaugural Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Supported by Business for Good (BFG), the evening in celebration of the indelible mark that Black culture has had and continues to have on Broadway. Check out photos from inside the big night!
What We Know So Far About the The Who's TOMMY Broadway Revival Photo
What We Know So Far About the The Who's TOMMY Broadway Revival
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 28, 2023

A sensation is coming back to Broadway! As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, the newly reimagined production of The Who's TOMMY will open on Broadway at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street) on March 28. What do we know so far about the much anticipated new revival?
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael McElroy been in?

Michael McElroy has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael McElroy been in?

Michael McElroy has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Michael McElroy been nominated for?

Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Big River:The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Big River, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Big River, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Big River and Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Violet.

What awards has Michael McElroy won?

Michael McElroy has won the following awards: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards), also for Big River.

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