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Ian Ward

Also Credited As: Ian Brininstool

Birth Place: San Diego

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Ian Ward is an actor, singer and songwriter best known for his starring role in the hit juke-box musical "Rock of Ages Hollywood" alongside Frankie Grande and Nick Cordero. Ward also starred in the original cast of Footloose on Norwegian Cruise Lines as the lead role of "Ren" and was a member of the award-winning cast of the Off-Broadway musical "Leaving Eden".

Ward was recently seen on Broadway in the cast of "Gettin' the Band Back Together"! He has also been seen starring in “BAZ” at the Palazzo Las Vegas, in the role of Romeo from the Baz Luhrmann film “Romeo + Juliet.” Other theater credits include the “Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular” and leading roles in productions of “Rock of Ages,” “Spring Awakening,” “Ragtime,” “Urinetown,” “Seussical the Musical” and “American Idiot.” Television credits include a role on the hit series “Veronica Mars” and the Lifetime movie “Secret Crush.”

Ward also writes and releases original music. His songs are a combination of different genres ranging from Alternative Rock to Electronic Pop with some Hip-Hop and R&B influence. The works are a culmination of songs Ward wrote during the past six years. Lyrically and musically his songs follow his growth, insight and experiences as he has moved around the country. As an added component, the music features instruments influenced by the style and inspiration of the songs. A Spanish nylon string guitar and trumpets to reflect the Cuban influence of Miami; and a distorted surf guitar and driving drum creates the feel of summer days at the beach in San Diego. Ward credits as his music influences Sting, Coldplay, Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Incubus, Drake, Post Malone, Led Zeppelin and The Beatles.  

Influenced by his father’s large collection of eclectic artists on vinyl and cassettes, Ward began singing at the age of 10 and booking roles in theater productions in both New York and Southern California. At age 13, Ward began playing the guitar and started writing his own music which led to him starting a band in high school that performed music he had written. He eventually started playing larger venues, including the House of Blues, in his hometown of San Diego. Ward went on to attend the University of Miami and Berklee College of Music to study music and theater. He eventually moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in music and theater.

More information is available on social media and SoundCloud @ianwardoutward.

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Ian Ward STAGE CREDITS

[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Regional Production, 2019
Drew

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Performer (Swing)

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Old Globe Production, 2007
School Bully/Young Charlie

Ensemble


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BROADWAY AT THE BOURBON ROOM Popular Monthly Musical Cabaret Series Returns July 25


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CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Opens At The REV Theatre Company


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The REV Theatre Company Announces Cast & Creatives for Production of CATCH ME IF YOU CAN!


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Photos: LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE Red Carpet At the Wallis Annenberg


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Broadway, Film, TV, Recording Artists Join LOVE, ACTUALLY Live Cast At The Wallis


Casting has been announced for For The Record and The Wallis' production of LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE, the multimedia concert celebration of the beloved holiday film from Universal Pictures/Working Title, with performances from Saturday, November 27 to Friday, December 31, 2021, at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.

Aaron Lazar, Brian McKnight Jr. & More to Lead the Cast of LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE


Casting has been announced for For The Record and The Wallis’ production of LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE, the multimedia concert celebration of the beloved holiday film from Universal Pictures/Working Title, with performances from Saturday, November 27 to Friday, December 31, 2021, at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.

ROCK OF AGES CONCERT Now To Feature Pre-Show Hosted By Randi Zuckerberg, Willam and Tom Lenk


Additional details have been announced for the one-night only, bi-coastal livestream jamfest Rock of Ages: All-Star Reunion Concert tomorrow night, Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 8:00PM ET. All ticket purchasers will have the option of watching the concert live and/or on demand for an additional 24 hours through Monday, April 26.

Caitlin Houlahan, Ruby Lewis, Ryan Vona and More Join THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON


New Jersey’s Jesse Walker, host of the popular online celebrity show “The Jesse Walker Show,” brings holiday cheer into the new year with The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon hosted by Mr. Walker and featuring special guests Cecily Gash, Caitlin Houlahan, Ruby Lewis, Ryan Vona, and Ian Ward. 

BWW Review: ROCK OF AGES Fully Immersive and Totally Fun Juke Box Musical Returns Home to Hollywood


The five-time Tony Award-nominated hit classic has returned to its roots on Hollywood Blvd. with an immersive theatrical and dining experience at a specially built performance venue and nightlife destination named after the venue at the center of the show, The Bourbon Room. And with 6 years on Broadway and over 2,350 performances, 5 Tony nominations, 20 productions worldwide and 30 hit songs from the 80s, ROCK OF AGES is the best-reviewed, most-nominated, hair band musical of all time and not to be missed this time around as the cast and creative team are filled with Tony Nominees, Rock of Ages Alums, Broadway talent and fresh faces who generate enough energy to light up the city!

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Ian Ward FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ian Ward been in?

Ian Ward has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Ian Ward been in?

Ian Ward has not appeared in the West End.

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