Robert Markus

Robert is a Stratford based Actor and Singer. He is most recently known to audiences for performing the titular role in Dear Evan Hansen presented by Mirvish Productions with Stacey Mindich. Robert received a Toronto Theatre Critics Award and a Dora Award nomination for his portrayal of Evan.

Robert recently starred in If I Only Had Christmas as Riley Lyons for the Hallmark Channel airing last December in both the US and Canada.

Previously, Robert appeared as Riff Raff in The Stratford Festival’s highly-acclaimed production of The Rocky Horror Show for which he received the Broadway World Toronto Award for Best Male in a Featured Role. Also at Stratford, Robert appeared as Tommy in Des McAnuff’s Stratford revival of The Who’s Tommy, as well as roles in The Music Man and Fiddler on the Roof.

Selected other credits include Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat (Theatre Aquarius), Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar (Mayfield Theatre), Gabe in Next to Normal (Theatre Calgary and Citadel Theatre), Pinnochio in Shrek, and Denny in Dream a Little Dream (Grand Theatre), Mary Sunshine in Chicago (Drayton Entertainment) and appeared in productions at The Shaw Festival, Young People’s Theatre, Ross Petty Productions, and The Musical Stage Company.

Robert’s work has been nominated for Dora Mavor Moore, BroadwayWorld, My Entertainment World, Sterling, Betty Mitchell, and Calgary Critic’s Awards.

When Robert is not onstage, he is developing his skills as a teacher and coach, focusing on vocal coaching and lessons, acting through song, monologue coaching, and contemporary musical theatre workshops. If you are interested in booking a class or interested in bringing Robert to teach at your organization, please inquire using the contact page.