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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2006
Captain Shotover

[Broadway]
Benefit Concert, 2005
Joseph

Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 2005
Grandpa Potts

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Juror #3

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 2002
Starkeeper

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2001
Horatio Applegate

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production [Cancelled], 2001
Anton Schell

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Niels Bohr

[New York]
Reading, 1999
Anton Schell

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 1998
Malvolio

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1998
Horace J. Fletcher

[Broadway]
1995
George Hay

[Broadway]
1995
Dr. Austin Sloper

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Arthur Birling

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1994
Ben Marino

[Broadway]
1990
Harpagon

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1989
Saunders

[Broadway]
1988
General Burgoyne

[Broadway]
1986
Waiter

[Broadway]
1985
Max

[Broadway]
1983
Boss Mangan

[Broadway]
1982
Holmes Bradford

[Broadway]
1980
Cadmus

[Broadway]
1980
Andrew Undershaft

[Broadway]
1979
Dr. Emerson

[Broadway]
1978
Mendoza

[Broadway]
1978
Jesse Thibault

Frank Faye

New Member

[Broadway]
1977
Richard de Beauchamp

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 1976
Macheath [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1976
Sir George Crofts

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1973
Harold Mitchell

[Broadway]
1973
Gratiano

[Broadway]
1973
Corporal Stoddart

[Broadway]
1972
Mikhail Skrobotov

[Broadway]
1972
Reverend John Hale

[Broadway]
1972
Antonio

[Broadway]
1972
Prime Minister

[Broadway]
1971
Robert Dudley

[Broadway]
1971
Creon

[Broadway]
1971
Peter Stockmann

[Broadway]
1971
Jimmy Farrell

[Broadway]
1970
First God

[Broadway]
Unknown, 1970
Performer

[Broadway]
1970
Performer

[Broadway]
1969
Nick

[Broadway]
1969
Curtis Moffat Jr.

[Broadway]
1969
Anselme

[Broadway]
1969
Curtis Moffat Jr.

[Broadway]
1968
Earl of Kent

[Broadway]
1968
Le Comte de Guiche

[Broadway]
1968
Hector

[Broadway]
1968
Dunois

[Broadway]
1967
Performer

[Broadway]
1967
Performer

[Broadway]
1966
Performer

[Broadway]
1961
King Henry VIII (Understudy)

Attendant to Signor Chapuys (Understudy)

The Duke of Norfolk (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1961
Will Danaher

[Broadway]
1960
Heracles


Movies

A Lovely Way to Die
[ 1968 ] Fuller
Trading Places
[ 1983 ] Doctor
The Pope of Greenwich Village
[ 1984 ] Paulie's Father
Heaven Help Us
[ 1985 ] Brother Paul
Walls of Glass
[ 1985 ] James Flanagan
The Money Pit
[ 1986 ] Curly
Children of a Lesser God
[ 1986 ] Dr. Curtis Franklin
Three Men and a Baby
[ 1987 ] Detective Melkowitz
Suspect
[ 1987 ] Paul Gray
Working Girl
[ 1988 ] Oren Trk
Another Woman
[ 1988 ] Sam
The Dream Team
[ 1989 ] O Malley
The Luckiest Man in the World
[ 1989 ] Sam Posner
Quick Change
[ 1990 ] Bus Driver
Blue Steel
[ 1990 ] Frank Turner
Shadows and Fog
[ 1991 ] Mr. Paulsen
F/X2
[ 1991 ] Ray Silak
True Colors
[ 1991 ] Sen. Frank Steubens
Straight Talk
[ 1992 ] Gene Perlman
Angie
[ 1994 ] Frank
Milk Money
[ 1994 ] Jerry the Pope
Nobody's Fool
[ 1994 ] Judge Flatt
Safe Passage
[ 1994 ] Mort
It Takes Two
[ 1995 ] Vincenzo
Apologies to Bunuel
[ 1996 ] Cabby
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] Uncle Carmine
Critical Care
[ 1997 ] Dr. Hofstader
Deconstructing Harry
[ 1997 ] Professor Clark
My Best Friend's Wedding
[ 1997 ] Walter Wallace
Wonder Boys
[ 2000 ] Emily's Father
Brooklyn Sonnet
[ 2000 ] Uncle Chicky
Shaft
[ 2000 ] Walter Wade, Sr.
Kate & Leopold
[ 2001 ] Otis
Abandon
[ 2002 ] Professor Jergensen
Hitch
[ 2005 ] Mr. O Brian
Freedomland
[ 2006 ] Priest
The Savages
[ 2007 ] Lenny Savage
When the Evening Comes
[ 2009 ] Martin Corrado

TV Shows

Damages
Hollis Nye
Ed
Alan Stevens
Law & Order
Gordon Schell, Lee Jerrold, Mr. Dobbs
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Judge Joseph P. Terhune, Davis Langley
The Equalizer
Oscar, Brian
The Suite Life of Hudson & James
Tucker

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

Philip Bosco, Twelve Angry Men

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Philip Bosco, Twelve Angry Men

Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Philip Bosco , Moon Over Buffalo

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Philip Bosco, The Heiress


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Philip Bosco , Lend Me a Tenor


winner
Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Philip Bosco, Lend Me a Tenor

Tony Awards - 1987 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Philip Bosco , You Never Can Tell

Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Philip Bosco , Heartbreak House

Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Philip Bosco, Major Barbara

Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Philip Bosco, The Rape of the Belt

Videos

News


Christmas Films Adapted For the Stage

Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!
Riverside Theatre to Present Ken Ludwig's THE FOX ON THE FAIRWAY Beginning This Month

Riverside Theatre will begin its 52nd season with Ken Ludwig's uproarious comedy, The Fox on the Fairway. The Fox on the Fairway plays the Stark Stage at Riverside Theatre from October 22 – November 10, 2024. 
How Rare Is It for a Straight Play to Release a Cast Recording?

This time, the reader question was: With all of the Stereophonic hype this season, is it uncommon for a play to release a cast recording? How often has that happened in the past?
Hedgerow Theatre Extends Production Of Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM

Hedgerow Theatre Company is currently presenting The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic from the pen of Irish playwright Enda Walsh. Learn more about the extension here!
Hedgerow Theatre to Kick Off The New Year With Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM

Hedgerow Theatre presents Enda Walsh’s The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic that explores the complexities of women of a certain age. Directed by Emma Gibson, this production features an all-female design and production team.
Ron OJ Parson to Receive SDCF's Zelda Fichandler Award

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society announced the recipient and finalist for its annual Zelda Fichandler Award.
LEND ME A TENOR to Close Out International City Theatre 2022 Season

International City Theatre will present Lend Me A Tenor, the Tony-nominated screwball comedy by Ken Ludwig that’s guaranteed to leave audiences rolling in the aisles with laughter. The production runs October 21 through November 6.
Danai Gurira Led RICHARD III at Free Shakespeare in the Park Announces New First Preview Date

Due to rehearsal schedule changes, The Public Theater's Free Shakespeare in the Park production of RICHARD III at The Delacorte Theater is delaying its first preview to Tuesday, June 21st. Get the full schedule for the show here. 
Ali Stroker, Daniel J. Watts & More to Star in Danai Gurira Led RICHARD III at Free Shakespeare in the Park

The Public Theater announced complete casting for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of RICHARD III, kicking off the 60th Anniversary Season at The Delacorte Theater.
MOON OVER BUFFALO Opens at Music Mountain Theatre

Up next on the Music Mountain Theatre stage will be Moon Over Buffalo, running from March 11 through March 27. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 3 PM.
Danai Gurira, Darius de Haas & More to Star in 60th Anniversary Season of Free Shakespeare in the Park

The Public Theater announced the line-up today for the 60th Anniversary Season of Free Shakespeare in the Park at The Delacorte Theater.
Theater Stories: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK & More About The Lyric Theatre

Today's Theater Stories features the Lyric Theatre! Learn about the history of the Lyric Theatre, and the shows to have graced its stage including Jesus Christ Superstar, The Pirate Queen, Young Frankenstein, Spiderman: Turn off the Dark, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and more.
VIDEO: New Lyric Video Released for 'You'll Never Walk Alone', Honoring 65th Anniversary of CAROUSEL

Today Concord Theatricals launched a brand new lyric video in honor of the 65th anniversary of the 1956 film Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel, featuring the musical’s most enduring and uplifting anthem, “You’ll Never Walk Alone”.
Photo Flashback: Cherry Jones Stars in THE HEIRESS in 1995

We're taking a trip down memory lane by continuing our Photo Flashback series, featuring vintage pics from the archives of BroadwayWorld photographer Walter McBride.Today, check out photos of stage and screen star Cherry Jones, leaving the Cort Theatre after a performance of The Heiress on March 1, 1995. 
Avon Players Presents LEND ME A TENOR

Metro Detroit audiences will get a humorous view of world of opera as Avon Players presents the classic farce Lend Me a Tenor, running March 6-21.
People's Light Presents THE CHILDREN By Lucy Kirkwood in January

People's Light presents Lucy Kirkwood's The Children, 2018 Tony Award nominee for Best Play. Two retired nuclear physicists live a quiet life in a cottage by the sea. Outside, the world is plagued by earthquakes, tsunamis, and a nearby nuclear meltdown. When a former colleague turns up after forty years with a shocking request, three old friends must reckon with their shared culpability in this darkly funny disaster drama. Directed by Executive Artistic Director Abigail Adams, The Children stars People's Light veterans Janis Dardaris, Marcia Saunders, and Graham Smith; and runs in the 160-seat Steinbright Stage January 15 a?" February 9. Tickets start at $35, including fees. To purchase, call 610.644.3500 or visit peopleslight.org. People's Light is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355.
A Celebration Of E. Katherine Kerr Announced At Playwrights Horizons

Friends, colleagues, and students of the highly regarded and much loved actor, teacher, writer, and director E. Katherine Kerr will gather on Monday, September 30, 2019, at 6:00 P.M. at Playwrights Horizons Peter Jay Sharp Theater to celebrate her life.
The Village Players of Birmingham Present MOON OVER BUFFALO

The Village Players of Birmingham opens its 97th season with Ken Ludwig's hilarious comedy Moon Over Buffalo the weekends of September 6th through September 22nd.
Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Tony Award-Winning Actor Philip Bosco

On December 3, Tony winner Philip Bosco passed away from complications of dementia. He was 88 years old.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Philip Bosco been in?

Philip Bosco has appeared on Broadway in 53 shows.

How many West End shows has Philip Bosco been in?

Philip Bosco has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Philip Bosco been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Twelve Angry Men, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Twelve Angry Men, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Moon Over Buffalo, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Heiress, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for You Never Can Tell, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Heartbreak House, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Major Barbara and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Rape of the Belt.

What awards has Philip Bosco won?

Philip Bosco has won the following awards: Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Lend Me a Tenor, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Lend Me a Tenor.

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