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Seth Rudetsky

Birth Place: Jamaica, Queens, New York, USA

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BIO

Seth is the afternoon host on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio’s ON BROADWAY as well as the host of SETH SPEAKS on Sirius/XM Stars. As a pianist, Seth has played for more than a dozen Broadway shows including RAGTIME, LES MIZ and PHANTOM. He was the Artistic Producer/Music Director for the first five annual Actors Fund Fall Concerts including DREAMGIRLS with Audra MacDonald (recorded on Nonesuch Records) and HAIR with Jennifer Hudson (recorded on Ghostlight Records, Grammy Nomination). In 2007 he made his Broadway acting debut playing Sheldon (singing "Magic to Do" in a devastating unitard) in THE RITZ directed by Joe Mantello for The Roundabout Theater. Off-Broadway he wrote and starred in the critically acclaimed RHAPSODY IN SETH (directed by Peter Flynn) at the Actors Playhouse and has also appeared on TV on LAW AND ORDER C.I. and had a recurring role on ALL MY CHILDREN. As an author, he penned the non-fiction Q GUIDE TO BROADWAY, the novel BROADWAY NIGHTS and the recently published MY AWESOME/AWFUL POPULARITY PLAN (Random House). BROADWAY NIGHTS is available on Audible.com starring Kristin Chenoweth, Andrea Martin and Jonathan Groff and MY AWESOME/AWFUL POPULARITY PLAN stars Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ana Gasteyer and Megan Hiltly. Seth played himself on Kathy Griffin; My Life on the D-List, was the vocal coach on MTV’s LEGALLYLONDE reality show and starred opposite Sutton Foster in THEY’RE PLAYING OUR SONG for the Actors Fund. Recently, he co-wrote and starred in DISASTER! (which the NY TIMES called a "triumph"), and he currently writes a weekly column on Playbill.com and tours the country doing master classes and performing his one-man show "DECONSTRUCTING BROADWAY".

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Professor Ted Scheider

[Off-Broadway]
Return Engagement [Off-Broadway], 2013
Ted

[Off-Broadway]
2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2007
Sheldon Farenthold

Chris (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Seth Rudetsky

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Music Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Arranger
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Artistic Producer
Conductor
Piano
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Conductor
Artistic Producer
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Conductor
Artistic Producer
Musical Director
Keyboards
 
[New York, 2004]
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Musical Director
Artistic Producer
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Musical Director
Artistic Producer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Artistic Producer
Musical Director
Conductor
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Musical Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1993]
Musical Director

Writing

Conceiver

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Special Award

Seth Rudetsky

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News


STARS IN THE HOUSE Will Return with Game Night, Passover Concert, and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson's “Stars in the House” will return to regular programming beginning this week. Learn more about upcoming programming and see how to tune in.
Megan Mullally and Seth Rudetsky Will Perform in Kansas City in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025

Megan Mullally, Karen Walker on NBC's 'Will & Grace' and SiriusXM Broadway Host, Seth Rudetsky, will perform at the Folly Theater in Kansas City, MO. Learn more here!
Photos: Andrew Rannells, Nikki M. James & More in FINN Benefit Concert
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2025

Stars in the House just commemorated its fifth anniversary with a very special live, and of course livestreamed, show, teaming up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a star-studded one-night-only concert performance of FINN. Check out photos from the concert here!
Video: FINN Takes the Stage at Town Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 17, 2025

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson teamed up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a one-night-only performance that also celebrated the fifth anniversary of Stars in the House. Watch the full show here!
Lea Salonga to Join HARMONY as Special Guest
by Emmy Rice - Mar 16, 2025

Ms. Salonga will be on hand to present the Gary Miller Award to honoree George Takei for his decades of work and activism. Check here for more details.
Photos: Kerry Butler, Jackie Hoffman, and More in VAPE! THE GREASE PARODY Concert
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Last night, Tuesday, March 11,  Vape! The Grease Parody played a one-night-only benefit concert at The Town Hall. Net proceeds from the event will benefit the Entertainment Community Fund. Check out photos from the performance and red carpet here!
Exclusive: Sneak Peek of GREASE Parody, VAPE!
by Joey Mervis - Mar 7, 2025

In just days, Vape! The Grease Parody, will be presented in a one-night-only, star-studded benefit concert Tuesday, March 11 at 7:30PM at The Town Hall. Watch an exclusive sneak peek of 'Green Lightning' and 'Blandy' in this video.
Rachel Dratch and Amy Spanger Join VAPE! THE GREASE PARODY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025

The complete cast has been announced for Vape! The Grease Parody, the one-night-only, star-studded benefit concert, featuring Rachel Dratch, Amy Spanger and more. See the full cast and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: BRENT COMER Aces Cabaret Debut at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 3, 2025

With refreshing ease and obvious abilities, Brent Comer expands his artistic horizons.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 28, 2025
by - Feb 28, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Shaina Taub, Stark Sands and More to Join Broadway Celebrates Earth Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

Broadway will once again raise its voice for the planet as the Broadway Celebrates Earth Day concert returns for the fourth year, featuring artists including Shaina Taub, Stark Sands and more. Learn more!
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.
FINN Musical Will Be Performed at Town Hall Following Kennedy Center Tour Cancellation
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025

A special performance of Finn is coming to the Town Hall in New York City next month, presented by Stars in the House. Finn was originally set to be performed at the Kennedy Center but was recently cancelled.
Kerry Butler, Ann Harada, Jackie Hoffman and More Will Lead VAPE! THE GREASE PARODY Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025

Vape! The Grease Parody will play a one-night-only concert to benefit the Entertainment Community Fund next month with a star-studded cast. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
RENT's Adam Pascal Comes to Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

Adam Pascal, the original Roger from the Pulitzer Prize-winning Broadway musical Rent, is coming to Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ. Learn more here!
Fundraiser Launched to Help Christine Pedi Save Her Vision
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2025

A fundraiser has launched to help Christine Pedi raise money for a procedure to help stabilize her vision, which she has been steadily losing over the past decade. Learn more about how to donate here.
Stephanie J. Block To Join Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES With Theatre Aspen
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025

Theatre Aspen announced Sirius-XM radio host Seth Rudetsky is returning to Aspen to host a one-night-only performance of his “Broadway Concert Series” with Tony Award-winning actress Stephanie J. Block.
PHOTOS: Las estrellas se unen en un concierto solidario por la esperanza y la justicia
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jan 21, 2025

Dirigido y coreografiado en Nueva York por Luis Salgado, el evento destacó el talento y la representación latina en apoyo a causas sociales
PHOTOS: Luis Salgado asume la dirección y coreografía del CONCERT FOR AMERICA en el Town Hall de NY
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jan 21, 2025

Un evento de gran impacto, con una destacada representación latina en el equipo creativo, y artistas de Broadway, cine y activismo, en apoyo a los derechos
Video: Broadway Unites for Concert for America
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 20, 2025

Tune in for the Inauguration Day Concert for America event, which will raise funds for the California Community Foundation, an organization supporting wildfire recovery efforts to aid those most in need. Performers will include Cheyenne Jackson, Kelli O'Hara, Brian Stoke Mitchell, and more. Watch the full video here.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Seth Rudetsky been in?

Seth Rudetsky has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Seth Rudetsky been in?

Seth Rudetsky has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Seth Rudetsky been nominated for?

and Special Award (Drama Desk Awards).

What awards has Seth Rudetsky won?

Seth Rudetsky has won a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards.

How many shows has Seth Rudetsky written?

Seth Rudetsky has written 2 shows including Rhapsody in Seth (Playwright), Disaster (Conceiver).

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