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Richard Gallagher

Also Credited As: Richard "Skeets" Gallagher

Date of Death: May 22, 1955 (63)

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BIO

Theatre includes: Broadway: 1984, The Front Page, The Lyons, The Importance of Being Earnest. Other NY credits include: The Pearl (Major Barbara), Women's Theatre Project, Lark Theatre, 59E59 Theaters. Selected regional credits include: Actors Theatre of Louisville (Angels in America parts 1 & 2), McCarter Theatre (Agatha Christie's Mousetrap), Studio Theatre (Tribes), Baltimore Centerstage, Yale Repertory Theatre and The Norman Conquests at Northern Stage, Dorset Theatre Festival and Weston Playhouse.



Film: El Camino (with Elisabeth Moss).

Television includes: Recurring roles in the first two seasons of "Orange Is the New Black" and season three of "Turn: Washington's Spies." Other television: "Blacklist," "Quantico," "Chicago P.D.," "Person of Interest," "Blue Bloods," "Law & Order," "As the World Turns," "Looking for Kathleen," "Wallflowers."

Training: MFA, Yale School of Drama.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Thought Criminal

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2016
A Boy Scout

[Broadway]
1922
Frank Andrews


Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2015 - The James MacArthur Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Play, HAYES Production

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Tom Stoppard's ON THE RAZZLE is Coming to The Questors Theatre in July

After the success of Arcadia, The Questors Theatre will have more of Tom Stoppard's comic genius play out in the Judi Dench Playhouse with On the Razzle this summer.
La MaMa Presents Paul David Young's ALL MY FATHERS

La MaMa is proud to present the world premiere of All My Fathers, a new tragicomedy by Paul David Young (Faust 3: The Turd Coming, or The Fart of the Deal; Clown Play; In the Summer Pavilion) that centers on the life-changing declaration by Young's elderly mother that he is the bastard son of the family pediatrician.
TV: Celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday With This CURSED CHILD Opening Night Throwback!

Today is quite the magical day because it's the birthday of one of the most famous wizards in the wizarding world, Harry Potter! To celebrate the special occasion, we're looking back at opening night of The Boy Who Lived's venture on Broadway: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child! Hop on the Hogwarts Express and check out the video to see Jamie Parker, Sam Clemmett, Anthony Boyle, and more on the special night!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Releases Over 100,000 Tickets Today

Over 100,000 tickets at all price points will be released on today at 11:00 AM ET for the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the fully renovated Lyric Theatre (214 West 43rd Street, New York, NY). This further block of tickets is for performances through June 9, 2019 at all price points starting from $40.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Release New Block of Tickets on Sept. 27

Over 100,000 tickets at all price points will be released on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 11:00 AM ET for the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. More details will be announced soon
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Has Best Week Ever For A Play In Broadway History

The Tony and Olivier Award-winning Best Play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has set a new Broadway record for weekly ticket sales for a play, reporting a gross of $2,277,446 for the week ending June 17, 2018. This passes the high mark set by the two-part play in previews the week ending April 8, 2018 ($2,138,859) and the previous top grossing play, All The Way, which peaked at $1,623,495 in 2014.
CURSED CHILD Stars Noma Dumezweni and Jamie Parker Chat with CBS THIS MORNING Podcast

Ahead of the 2018 Tony Awards this weekend, John Dickerson of the CBS This Morning podcast has an extended interview with two stars of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. The two-part, five-hour play catches up with the beloved characters 19 years after the final book, as adults with children at Hogwarts. It is nominated for 10 Tony Awards.
VIDEO: Jamie Parker & Noma Dumezweni Chat the Tony-Nominated HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD on CBS THIS MORNING

In the final scene of the last 'Harry Potter' movie, Harry, Ron and Hermione send their children off to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. That's where the new Broadway play, 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,' picks up. J.K. Rowling's beloved characters are adults and their children are having adventures at Hogwarts. The two-part, five-hour play is nominated for 10 Tony Awards and already won a record nine Olivier Awards in England. Jamie Parker, who plays Harry Potter, and Noma Dumezweni, who plays Hermione Granger, join 'CBS This Morning' to discuss stepping into the shoes of such beloved characters, the decision to cast a black woman to play Hermione, and why fans have helped keep the plot under wraps.
Photo Coverage: The Cast of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Celebrates Opening Night

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two, opened last night, April 22, at the Lyric Theatre (214 West 43rd Street, New York, NY). Check out photos below of the cast at their opening night reception after last night's show!
The Magic Begins! HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Officially Opens on Broadway Tonight

A play in two parts, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child officially opens on Broadway tonight, April 22 at the Lyric Theatre (214 West 43rd Street, New York, NY). Be sure to check back tonight, as BroadwayWorld will be bringing you a roundup of all of the reviews as they come in!
Photo Flash: Get A Magical First Look at HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

Previews begin tonight for the Broadway premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre in New York City. Producers Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender announced today that more seats have just been released for previews. For tickets, go to www.HarryPotterThePlay.com.
All Aboard the Hogwarts Express! Meet the Cast of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD- Now in Previews!

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is ready to il-lumos-nate your mind, tug at your dragon heart strings, and most importantly, welcome you back home to Hogwarts as it begins previews tonight. Get to know the cast below as they begin Broadway performances!
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Offer 1,200 Tickets for Just $20 to First Two Previews on Broadway!

This just in! Today, at 8PM, Harry Potter AND THE CURSED CHILD will release 1,200 tickets to the first performances of Part One (March 16 at 8PM) and Part Two (March 17 at 8PM) to the first fans in line at the Lyric Theatre Box Office! All tickets released at the Box Office today will be priced at just $20 per Part, and each person can buy a maximum of two tickets.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Begin Friday Forty Ticket Lottery March 9

Beginning Friday, March 9, 2018, every Friday at 1:00 PM ET the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will release 40 tickets for every performance the following week for some of the very best seats in the theatre at $40 ($20 per part).
Photo Flash: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Completes its Marquee

Producers Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender have officially unveiled the newly renovated Lyric Theatre marquee on West 43rd Street for the Broadway premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Photo Coverage: Just Like Magic! The HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Marquee Gets Installed!

Just like magic, the marquee is up for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child! BroadwayWorld was there while it was getting installed, and you can check out photos of the process below!
Further Tickets to CURSED CHILD to Be Released Today 'As and When Available'

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child completed the verified fan ticket sales yesterday. Didn't get tickets? You still have a chance! Further tickets will be released as and when available beginning today at 11 a.m. through the official website www.HarryPotterThePlay.com and Ticketmaster.com.
CURSED CHILD Completes Verified Ticket Sales, Possible Tickets Available Starting Tomorrow

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has completed the verified fan ticket sales today when all price points for performances from March 16, 2018 to March 9, 2019 will be made available. Bit slow with your summoning charm? Check in tomorrow for the chance to grab any stragglers. Further tickets will be released as and when available from February 8, 2018 through the official website www.HarryPotterThePlay.com and Ticketmaster.com
Registration Begins Today For The Next HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Ticket Release

Missed your chance at tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child? Worry not! Registration is now open for the next ticket release for the Broadway premiere this magical new play. Registration closes on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 10:00 PM ET. To register, visit HarryPotterthePlay.com/REGISTER, click on 'register for ticket access' and fill in the requested details.
Photo Flash: The Magic Begins! HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Starts Rehearsals

It's finally time! The company has hopped on their brooms and grabbed their portkeys to hop the pond and start rehearsals for the Broadway premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Preview performances begin on March 16, 2018 and the official opening is April 22, 2018 at the fully renovated Lyric Theatre (214 West 43rd Street, New York, NY).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Richard Gallagher been in?

Richard Gallagher has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Richard Gallagher been in?

Richard Gallagher has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Richard Gallagher been nominated for?

Richard Gallagher has been nominated for the James MacArthur Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Play for his role in Tribes. This nomination was part of the HAYES Production category at the Helen Hayes Awards.

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