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Bobby Cannavale

Birth Place: Union City, NJ

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Bobby Cannavale was most recently seen on Broadway in The Lifespan of a Fact. Other theater includes The Hairy Ape ( Drama Desk nomination),The Big Knife, Glengarry Glen Ross, The Motherf-er With The Hat (Tony nomination, Drama Desk Award), Mauritius (Tony nomination), HurlyBurly, F-ing A, and The Gingerbread House. He is a member of the Labyrinth Theater Company. His upcoming films
include The Irishman, Superintelligence, and Motherless Brooklyn. His film roles include I,Tonya, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Ferdinand, Daddy's Home, Ant-Man, Spy, Danny Collins, Annie, Chef, Blue Jasmine, Win Win, The Station Agent, Fast Food Nation, and Romance and Cigarettes. Cannavale's television appearances
include Homecoming, Angie Tribeca, Mr. Robot, Master of None, Vinyl, Boardwalk Empire (Emmy Award, SAG Nomination), Nurse Jackie (two Emmy nominations, SAG nomination), and Will and Grace (Emmy Award).

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Bobby Cannavale STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
The Shed Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Performer

[Williamstown, MA (Regional)]
Williamstown Theater Festival Production, 2020
Stanley

[Off-Broadway]
BAM Off-Broadway Production, 2020
Lucas

[Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2018
John D'Agata

[Off-Broadway]
Park Avenue Armory Revival, 2017
Yank

[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere Production, 2016
Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Production, 2013
Charlie Castle

[Broadway]
2012
Ricky Roma

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Jackie

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Production, 2010
Performer

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2007
Dennis

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Phil

[Off-Broadway]
2003
The Mayor/Prison Guard

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Messrs Linn-Baker/McKinney/Lally (Understudy)


Bobby Cannavale Movies

Night Falls on Manhattan
[ 1996 ] Vigoda Assistant #1
I'm Not Rappaport
[ 1996 ] Parking Lot Customer
The Bone Collector
[ 1999 ] Amelia's Boyfriend
Gloria
[ 1999 ] Jack
3 A.M.
[ 2001 ] Jose
Washington Heights
[ 2002 ] Angel
Fresh Cut Grass
[ 2002 ] Billy Pecchio
The Guru
[ 2002 ] Randy
The Station Agent
[ 2003 ] Joe Oram
Shortcut to Happiness
[ 2003 ] Cop
The Breakup Artist
[ 2004 ] Neighbor
Haven
[ 2004 ] Lieutenant
Shall We Dance
[ 2004 ] Chic
Happy Endings
[ 2005 ] Javier
Romance & Cigarettes
[ 2005 ] Fryburg
10 Items or Less
[ 2006 ] Bobby
The Night Listener
[ 2006 ] Jess
Fast Food Nation
[ 2006 ] Mike
Snakes on a Plane
[ 2006 ] Hank Harris
Dedication
[ 2007 ] Don Meyers
The Take
[ 2007 ] Agent Steve Perelli
The Ten
[ 2007 ] Marty McBride
100 Feet
[ 2008 ] Shanks
Diminished Capacity
[ 2008 ] Lee Vivyan
The Merry Gentleman
[ 2008 ] Michael
The Promotion
[ 2008 ] Dr. Timms
Brief Interviews with Hideous Men
[ 2009 ] Subject #40
Paul Blart: Mall Cop
[ 2009 ] Cmdr. James Kent
Weakness
[ 2010 ] Joshua
The Other Guys
[ 2010 ] Jimmy
Win Win
[ 2011 ] Terry Delfino
Roadie
[ 2011 ] Randy Stevens
Parker
[ 2013 ] Jake Fernandez
Blue Jasmine
[ 2013 ] Chili
Lovelace
[ 2013 ] Butchie Peraino
Chef
[ 2014 ] Tony
Adult Beginners
[ 2014 ] Danny
Annie
[ 2014 ] Guy
Daddy's Home
[ 2015 ] Dr. Francisco
Ant-Man
[ 2015 ] Paxton
Danny Collins
[ 2015 ] Tom Donnelly
Spy
[ 2015 ] Sergio De Luca
I, Tonya
[ 2017 ] Martin Maddox
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
[ 2017 ] Van Pelt
The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature
[ 2017 ] Frankie
Ferdinand
[ 2017 ] Valiente's Father, Valiente
Ant-Man and the Wasp
[ 2018 ] Paxton
Boundaries
[ 2018 ] Leonard
The Jesus Rolls
[ 2019 ] Petey
The Irishman
[ 2019 ] Skinny Razor
Motherless Brooklyn
[ 2019 ] Tony Vermonte
Superintelligence
[ 2020 ] George
Jolt
[ 2021 ] Detective Vicars
Thunder Force
[ 2021 ] The King
Tom & Jerry
[ 2021 ] Spike
Sing 2
[ 2021 ] Mr. Crystal
This Is the Night
[ 2021 ] Frank Larocca
Blonde
[ 2022 ] Ex-Athlete
Allswell
[ 2022 ] Gabe
Angry Neighbors
[ 2022 ] Kevin
Seriously Red
[ 2022 ] Wilson

Bobby Cannavale TV Shows

100 Centre Street
Jeremiah "J.J." Jellinek
Big Mouth
Nick's Agent, Gavin, Gavin the Hormone Monster
Blue Bloods
Charles Rosselini
BoJack Horseman
Vance Waggoner
Cold Case
Eddie Saccardo
Homecoming
Colin Belfast
Law & Order
J.P. Lange, Randy Porter
Mr. Robot
Irving
Nurse Jackie
Dr. Mike Cruz
Third Watch
Roberto Caffey
Trinity
Joe
Will & Grace
Vince D'Angelo

Bobby Cannavale Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Bobby Cannavale, The Hairy Ape


winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Performance

Bobby Cannavale, The Hairy Ape

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Bobby Cannavale, The Big Knife

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Bobby Cannavale, Glengarry Glen Ross?


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Bobby Cannavale, The Motherf**ker With the Hat

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Bobby Cannavale , The Motherf**cker With the Hat


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2011 - Performance

Bobby Cannavale, The Motherf**ker With the Hat

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Bobby Cannavale, The Motherf**ker with the Hat

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Bobby Cannavale, Mauritius

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Bobby Cannavale News


Making Space At The Armory Presents ANTAGONISMS: A GATHERING Symposium Led By Claudia Rankine


Join Claudia Rankine, Anna Deavere Smith, Homi Bhabha, Saidiya Hartman, and others for a series of conversations and performances exploring public and private discourse at the Armory's Antagonisms: A Gathering on June 1.

Video: Watch New Trailer for A24's MAXXXINE Starring Mia Goth


A24 has just released the first trailer for Ti West's film MaXXXine. Featuring Mia Goth as adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx, the film will follow Maxine as she navigates the the world of 1980s Hollywood following the brutal massacre that she witnessed in rural Texas. Watch the video here!

Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Will Release Cast Recording Next Month


The original cast recording of Stephen Sondheim's final musical, Here We Are, will be released next month. The musical, also by David Ives, will release an album on CD and digital platforms worldwide on Friday, May 17. Preorder the album here!

Grand Jury and Audience Award Films Announced at 27th Sonoma International Film Festival


Luminaries such as Golden Globe®-winner Beau Bridges, actor/director John Cameron Mitchell, actor Scoot McNairy, chef Susan Feniger, musician Rob Garza of Thievery Corporation, and more than 150 filmmakers, distinguished press, and industry guests converged on the award-winning wine country film festival March 20-24.

Stephen Sondheim's Final Musical HERE WE ARE Available to View at NYPL


The world premiere production of Here We Are was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, and added to its collection. Learn how to view the production!

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of John Patrick Shanley's BROOKLYN LAUNDRY


The stars came out to celebrate last night at New York City Center, where Manhattan Theatre Club celebrated opening night of Brooklyn Laundry. Check out photos from inside opening night.

RORY SCOVEL: RELIGION, SEX AND A FEW THINGS IN BETWEEN Special Coming to Max


The Max Original stand-up comedy special RORY SCOVEL: RELIGION, SEX AND A FEW THINGS IN BETWEEN, from comedian, actor, and writer Rory Scovel, is coming to Max. The special is executive produced by Conan O'Brien and Conaco. Watch the video trailer now!

Photos: See Vanessa Williams, Bernadette Peters & More at DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES Opening Night


See photos of VIP guests at opening night of Days of Wine and Roses!

LIFESPAN OF A FACT Begins Performances At Desert Theatre Ensemble


Center, will present The Lifespan of a Fact by Jeremy Kareken & David Murrell and Gordon Farrell, January 26–28 and February 2–4, 2024. The play, a hit on Broadway in 2018, is based on a book by Jim Fingal and John D’Agata that detailed their personal experience preparing a magazine essay for publication in 2003.

Video: The Cast of Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE Take Final Bows Off-Broadway


The world premiere production of Here We Are, the new musical from David Ives and Stephen Sondheim, played its final performance at The Shed’s Griffin Theater (545 W 30th St) on Sunday, January 21st. Check out a video of the cast' final curtain call here!

Video: Final Stephen Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE to Release Cast Recording This Spring


The world premiere production of Here We Are, the new musical from David Ives and Stephen Sondheim, will release an original cast recording. Watch a video from the cast recording session!

Bill Burr Adds Second St. Louis Show at the Fabulous Fox Theatre


Bill Burr announces additional St. Louis show at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on March 22.

Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE Teases Cast Recording


The final Stephen Sondheim musical, Here We Are is teasing the release of a cast recording!

THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT At Desert Ensemble Theatre


Desert Ensemble Theater (DET), in residence at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, will present The Lifespan of a Fact by Jeremy Kareken & David Murrell and Gordon Farrell, January 26–28 and February 2–4, 2024.

David Ives Talks Collaborating With Stephen Sondheim: 'It was Like Going Over to Mozart's House'


David Ives, who wrote the book for Stephen Sondheim's final show, Here We Are, is sharing what it was like to collaborate with the late musical theatre icon. 

David Rockwell, Brian Anthony Moreland & More to be Honored at Theatre Communications Group Gala


Theatre Communications Group's 2024 TCG Gala: Our Stories will honor ​architect and designer David Rockwell, Broadway producer Brian Anthony Moreland, director Schele Williams, and The Shubert Foundation.

Ray Romano Joins Netflix's NO GOOD DEED Dark Comedy Series


Ray Romano (Somewhere in Queens, Get Shorty, Made for Love) joins as “Paul Morgan” – Constantly stressed and flat broke, Paul is a contractor desperate to retire, pay off his debts and escape LA. He thinks selling his beautiful Los Feliz home is the solution to all his and his wife Lydia’s problems, but his past mistakes will continue to haunt him.

Bill Burr Comes to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in March


Emmy & Grammy nominated comedian, BILL BURR announced his tour Bill Burr Live will continue into 2024. He’ll be making a stop in St. Louis, MO at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m.  

Broadway Buying Guide: December 4, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 4, 2023.

2011 Tony Nominations Announced! THE BOOK OF MORMON Leads With 14!


Past Tony winners Anika Noni Rose and Matthew Broderick announced the 2011 Tony Awards nominees live from the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in New York City.

Bobby Cannavale FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Bobby Cannavale been in?

Bobby Cannavale has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Bobby Cannavale been in?

Bobby Cannavale has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Bobby Cannavale been nominated for?

Bobby Cannavale has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Hairy Ape" and a Performance nomination at the Obie Awards for the same show. He also received a Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "The Big Knife" and "Glengarry Glen Ross." In addition, Cannavale was nominated for Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his role in "The Motherf**ker With the Hat." He also won Performance at the Theatre World Awards for the same play. His Tony Award nominations include Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for "The Motherf**ker with the Hat" and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for "Mauritius."

What awards has Bobby Cannavale won?

Bobby Cannavale has won the following awards: - Performance (Obie Awards) for The Hairy Ape - Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Motherf**ker With the Hat - Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Motherf**ker With the Hat.

What is Bobby Cannavale next theatre project?

Bobby Cannavale's next show will be Here We Are which opens on 10/22/2023 on Off-Broadway.

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