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Neil Patrick Harris

Birth Place: Albuquerque, NM, USA

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BIO

Neil Patrick Harris starred as Barney Stinson in the hit CBS series, "How I Met Your Mother," a role which has garnered him multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominations, as well as a People's Choice Award for Favorite TV Comedy Actor. Harris portrayed the leading role of Bobby in the New York Philharmonic's concert production of Stephen Sondheim's Company at Lincoln Center.


Harris made his Broadway debut opposite Anne Hechein the Pulitzer-Prize winning drama, Proof. Subsequently, Harris also starred on Broadway as the Emcee in Cabaret, and as The Balladeer/Lee Harvey Oswald in the Tony Award-winning production of Assassins.
His additional theatrical credits include roles in All My Sons, Tick, Tick...Boom, The Paris Letter, Sweeney Todd, Rent, and Romeo and Juliet. Harris made his theatrical directorial debut with I Am Grock at the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood, and he recently helmed a production ofJonathan Larson's Rent at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. He has also served as host of the Tony Awards Ceremony. In 2014, he starred in the title role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch on Broadway, for which he won the 2014 Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical.
On screen, Neil has starred in numerous feature films, including Gone Girl, Beastly, Cats & Dogs 2: The Revenge of Kitty Galore, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, Harold and Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay, Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle, Undercover Brother, The Next Best Thing, The Proposition, Starship Troopers, and Clara's Heart (Golden Globe nom.) The Best & the Brightest; The Smurfs; and the third installment in the Harold and Kumar film series, A Very Harold and Kumar Christmas, and A Million Ways to Die in the West.
On television, Harris gained notoriety as the beloved title character in "Doogie Howser, M.D." (People's Choice Award, Golden Globe nom.), as well as the lead in the NBC comedy series, "Stark Raving Mad." Along with guest-starring roles in "Glee" (Emmy Award), "Numb3rs," "Law & Order: Criminal Intent," "Will & Grace," and "Boomtown," Harris has also starred in several made-for-television movies, including "Yes, Virginia," "The Christmas Blessing," and "The Wedding Dress."

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater World Premiere Production, 2024
Rodger

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Francis [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
New York Staged Reading, 2018
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Hedwig

[London Fringe]
London Revival, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2004
Balladeer

Lee Harvey Oswald

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival [Cancelled], 2001
Lee Harvey Oswald/Balladeer

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2000
Hal [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 2000
Tobias Ragg

[Regional (US)]
Reprise! Concert, 1999
Tobias Ragg

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1998
Master of Ceremonies [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Lester Price

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Executive Producer

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2023 - Best Featured Performer in a Play

Neil Patrick Harris, Peter Pan Goes Wrong


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Neil Patrick Harris, Hedwig and the Angry Inch


winner
Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award

Neil Patrick Harris, Hedwig and the Angry Inch

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Neil Patrick Harris, Hedwig and the Angry Inch


winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Neil Patrick Harris, Hedwig and the Angry Inch

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News


Gracie Lawrence & Emily Bergl Join Jonathan Groff in JUST IN TIME Photo
Gracie Lawrence & Emily Bergl Join Jonathan Groff in JUST IN TIME

BroadwayWorld has just learned that JUST IN TIME, starring Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff as Bobby Darin, has found its supporting cast. Find out who will join the Tony winner in the new production!
Chappell Roan to Perform at Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party Photo
Chappell Roan to Perform at Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party

The Elton John AIDS Foundation has announced that GRAMMY® Award nominated popstar and Midwest Princess Chappell Roan will perform at the 33rd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards® Viewing Party in West Hollywood, CA on March 2, 2025.
Video: Neil Patrick Harris Stars In RENT at La Jolla Playhouse In 1997 Photo
Video: Neil Patrick Harris Stars In RENT at La Jolla Playhouse In 1997

Check out throwback video from a 1997 production of Jonathan Larson's RENT at La Jolla Playhouse, led by future Tony Award-winner Neil Patrick Harris.
Review: The New York Pops' MERRY AND BRIGHT ft. Jessica Vosk at Carnegie Hall Is a Ho Photo
Review: The New York Pops' MERRY AND BRIGHT ft. Jessica Vosk at Carnegie Hall Is a Holiday Treat

The New York Pops are always a delight to watch and this year’s holiday show, Merry and Bright, featuring guest vocalist Jessica Vosk, was no exception. The 12/20 and 12/21 show at Carnegie Hall continued the Pops' annual holiday tradition.
Photos: Jessica Vosk Performs With The New York Pops Photo
Photos: Jessica Vosk Performs With The New York Pops

The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, is ringing in the holiday season with its annual concert tradition, featuring Jessica Vosk! See photos from the concert!
Video: Watch Jessica Vosk Sing 'My Favorite Things/Carol of the Bells' Photo
Video: Watch Jessica Vosk Sing 'My Favorite Things/Carol of the Bells'

Get into the holiday spirit with Jessica Vosk as she sings 'My Favorite Things/Carol of the Bells'. Watch the video here! 
Video: Jessica Vosk Stars in 'Santa Tell Me' Music Video Photo
Video: Jessica Vosk Stars in 'Santa Tell Me' Music Video

Broadway star Jessica Vosk is getting in the holiday spirit with a new music video for Santa Tell Me! The cover of the Ariana Grande song is featured on her recently released Christmas album, SLEIGH. Watch the new video now.
New Broadway Christmas Albums: Listen to Lea Salonga, Jessica Vosk & More Photo
New Broadway Christmas Albums: Listen to Lea Salonga, Jessica Vosk & More

Broadway fans can deck the halls this year with a brand-new lineup of holiday albums to keep their days merry and bright. Listen to new Christmas albums by Lea Salonga, Jessica Vosk, Clay Aiken, Jennifer Hudson, Ruben Studdard, and more!
Video: Neil Patrick Harris Previews SHIT. MEET. FAN. on TODAY Photo
Video: Neil Patrick Harris Previews SHIT. MEET. FAN. on TODAY

Shit. Meet. Fan., the new play from Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara is now playing at MCC Theater. On Tuesday, star Neil Patrick Harris visited Today with Hoda & Jenna to discuss the show, which Harris calls 'both funny and biting.' Watch the interview!
A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS Cast Announced At Kentucky Performing Arts Photo
A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS Cast Announced At Kentucky Performing Arts

Discover the full cast of A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS, presented by Kentucky Performing Arts. This holiday show promises a blend of acrobatics, music, and festive cheer for audiences.
Photos: SH*T. MEET. FAN Opens at MCC Photo
Photos: SH*T. MEET. FAN Opens at MCC

MCC Theater is now presenting Shit. Meet. Fan., written and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara. Check out photos from opening night here!
Review Roundup: SHIT. MEET. FAN. Opens at MCC Photo
Review Roundup: SHIT. MEET. FAN. Opens at MCC

MCC Theater is now presenting Shit. Meet. Fan., written and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara. Check out what critics from the New York Times, Vulture, Deadline and more are saying about the new play.
Jessica Vosk Releases Full-Length Holiday Album 'SLEIGH' Photo
Jessica Vosk Releases Full-Length Holiday Album 'SLEIGH'

Broadway star Jessica Vosk has her first full-length Christmas album, SLEIGH. Several of her friends join her on the album, including Neil Patrick Harris, Ariana DeBose, and Scott Hoying. Listen to it here!
See David Burtka, Marilyn Maye & More Next Week at 54 Below Photo
See David Burtka, Marilyn Maye & More Next Week at 54 Below

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including David Burtka and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: David Burtka Gets Personal with BURTKA, DAVID at 54 Below Photo
Interview: David Burtka Gets Personal with BURTKA, DAVID at 54 Below

You've never seen David Burtka like this – turning the conventions of the cabaret structure upside down. Star of stage and screen (Hulu’s “Drag Me to Dinner”), Burtka, David plays 11/20 to 11/23, and is directed by his husband Neil Patrick Harris
Coral Springs Center For The Arts To Present A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS This Sunday Photo
Coral Springs Center For The Arts To Present A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS This Sunday

A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS will be performed at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts this Sunday at 7 pm, offering a festive blend of acrobatics, music, and holiday cheer for all ages.
A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS is Coming to The Playhouse on Rodney Square Photo
A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS is Coming to The Playhouse on Rodney Square

The full cast of illusionists, circus performers, and specialized acts have been revealed for this year’s national tour of A Magical Cirque Christmas at The Playhouse on Rodney Square. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Video: Building the Set of SH!T. MEET. FAN. Photo
Video: Building the Set of SH!T. MEET. FAN.

Go behind the scenes of the building of the set for MCC Theater's Shit. Meet. Fan., written and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara. Check out the video here!
PETER PAN & TINKER BELL: A PIRATES CHRISTMAS Cast Announced At Scherr Forum Theatre Photo
PETER PAN & TINKER BELL: A PIRATES CHRISTMAS Cast Announced At Scherr Forum Theatre

Discover the full cast for PETER PAN & TINKER BELL: A PIRATES CHRISTMAS, opening December 13 at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks.
Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Red Carpet Arrivals Photo
Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Red Carpet Arrivals

The best of Broadway came out to celebrate at the Belasco Theatre yesterday, where Maybe Happy Ending held its special gala performance. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the starry guest arrivals below.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Neil Patrick Harris been in?

Neil Patrick Harris has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Neil Patrick Harris been in?

Neil Patrick Harris has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Neil Patrick Harris been nominated for?

Best Featured Performer in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

What awards has Neil Patrick Harris won?

Best Featured Performer in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter Pan Goes Wrong; Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch; Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch; and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

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