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BIO

In the summer of 2008 Trensch joined the acting company at the Lake Dillon Theatre in Silverthorne, Colorado. He performed The Rocky Horror Show, Little Shop of Horrors, Into the Woods, Cabaret, and Rabbit Hole in repertory.



In 2009, during his sophomore year at Elon University, Trensch was cast as Moritz Stiefel in the first national tour of Spring Awakening. For his portrayal of Moritz, Trensch won the 2009 Denver Post Ovation Award for Best Supporting Actor in a National Touring Production as well as the Best Individual Performance honor from BroadwayWorld.

Trensch then appeared as Dwayne Hoover in the world premiere of William Finn and James Lapine's Little Miss Sunshine at the La Jolla Playhouse Mandell Weiss Theatre in early 2011.

Trensch made his Broadway debut as Boq in Wicked on January 24, 2012, temporarily replacing Etai BenShlomo. The role was offered to him after auditioning for Pasek and Paul's musical Dogfight, which was also being directed by Wicked helmer Joe Mantello.

He performed in the off-Broadway revivals of Rent (as Gordon, Waiter, and others) and Bare (as Peter) at New World Stages shortly thereafter. That same year, Trensch read the role of Jack in a developmental workshop for the film adaptation of Into the Woods.

On April 11, 2013 he opened the Broadway transfer of the Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda the Musical as Michael Wormwood and remained in the role through June 8. 2014.

Trensch played the lead role of Christopher Boone, sharing the role with Alex Sharp, in the original Broadway production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time. It opened at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on October 5, 2014 and he continued in the role until September 12, 2015.

In January 2016 Trensch acted in the world premiere of Samuel D. Hunter's Clarkston at the Dallas Theatre Center. Then, In July, he performed the role of Tyler Clementi in the world premiere of Craig Carnelia and Joe Tracz's Poster Boy at the Williamstown Theatre Festival.

Trensch was cast as Barnaby Tucker in the Broadway revival of Hello, Dolly! that began previews March 15, 2017 and opened on April 20 at the Shubert Theatre. He left the show on January 14, 2018 along with fellow co-stars Bette Midler, David Hyde Pierce, and Beanie Feldstein.

On February 6, 2018 Trensch took over the titular role in Dear Evan Hansen at the Music Box Theatre on Broadway. He left the production after a year and was replaced by Andrew Barth Feldman.

From November 5, 2019 until the Broadway shutdown on March 12, 2020, Trensch appeared opposite Ed Harris in To Kill a Mockingbird as Dill Harris. It was his third Broadway show at the Shubert Theatre.

Trensch will next step into the role of Mordred in the Lincoln Center revival of Camelot, reuniting with Bartlett Sher and Aaron Sorkin. It opens on April 13, 2023 at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre and also stars Andrew Burnap, Phillipa Soo, and Jordan Donica.

On television, Trensch has guest starred on Evil and Law & Order: SVU in addition to voicing characters for Nickelodeon's Nella the Princess Knight and Netflix's Archibald's Next Big Thing. He has also played supporting roles in the independent features Things Like This and Your Monster.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
BAM Next Wave Premiere Production, 2024
Kenneth

[Off-Broadway]
New Group Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2024
Naphtali

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Mordred

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Dill Harris [Replacement]

Dill Harris [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Off-Broadway Reading, 2019
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Barnaby Tucker

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Evan Hansen [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Christopher (Alternate)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Michael Wormwood

[Off-Broadway]
2012
Peter


TV Shows

Nella the Princess Knight
Trevor

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News


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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater is presenting FLOYD COLLINS, starring Jeremy Jordan and more. Get a first look at photos of the production here and learn how to purchase tickets.
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by Emmy Rice - Mar 29, 2025

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Meet the Cast of FLOYD COLLINS, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025

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FLOYD COLLINS to Offer $49 Tickets Through Digital Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater is launching an online ticket lottery for the Broadway premiere of FLOYD COLLINS. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
FLOYD COLLINS Delays First Broadway Preview
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

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Photos: Jeremy Jordan and the Cast of FLOYD COLLINS Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 12, 2025

Jeremy Jordan will soon lead the Lincoln Center Theater production of Floyd Collins. Previews begin this month at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. The cast recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!
Video: Jeremy Jordan on FLOYD COLLINS' Genre-Bending Opening Number
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2025

Watch Jeremy Jordan dig deeper into the opening number of Floyd Collins, 'The Call.' After the music video for the song was recently released by Lincoln Center, Jordan is diving into the song and its meaning in a new behind-the-scenes video.
Exclusive: Inside FLOYD COLLINS' First Rehearsal with Jeremy Jordan and More
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 28, 2025

The cast, creative team, and members of the Lincoln Center Theater staff attended the first rehearsal of the Broadway premiere of FLOYD COLLINS, a musical with book, additional lyrics and direction by Tina Landau and music and lyrics by Adam Guettel. Watch highlights from the big day in this video!
Exclusive Photos: Jeremy Jordan, Lizzy McAlpine, and an All-Star Cast in FLOYD COLLINS Rehearsals at Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025

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Watch: Jeremy Jordan's Stunning Performance of 'The Call' from Broadway's FLOYD COLLINS
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2025

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2025

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by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2025

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by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025

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by A.A. Cristi - Dec 27, 2024

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Playing on Air Launches New Collection of Short Plays
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024

Playing on Air is celebrating its relaunch with a collection of short plays featuring world premieres, audience favorites, and audio premieres by some of the most exciting voices in theatre today.
Mary Testa, Jordan Dobson, Taylor Trensch & More to Star In NIGHT SIDE SONGS at Under the Radar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2024

The cast has been revealed for the Under the Radar presentation of Lazours’ Night Side Songs. The A.R.T./PTC co-production will be presented at Lincoln Center as part of UTR’s Under Construction series. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Everything You Don't Know About FLOYD COLLINS
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 7, 2024

Lincoln Center Theater is preparing for the Broadway premiere of Floyd Collins- the first major revival since the show's off Broadway premiere in 1996. Since then, the musical has gained a loyal fanbase, but remains largely unknown by musical theatre-loving audiences. What do you need to know...?
Taylor Trensch, Allan K. Washington, John Cariani to Lead THE GORGEOUS NOTHINGS Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

An industry presentation of Gorgeous Nothigns will be held December 6 in New York City with Danny Mefford directing and choreographing. Learn more.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Taylor Trensch been in?

Taylor Trensch has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Taylor Trensch been in?

Taylor Trensch has not appeared in the West End.

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