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James Monroe Iglehart BIO

Broadway: Hamilton, Genie in Aladdin (Tony Award, Drama Desk Award); Bobby in Memphis; Mitch in Spelling Bee. TV: Coriolanus Burt on Netflix's "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," Fox's “Gotham," Lance Strongbow on "Disney's Tangled." Film: Upcoming - Three Christs opposite Richard Gere, Peter Dinklage. Solo Show: How the Heck Did I Get Here? Multiple sold-out engagements at 54 Below. Member of hip-hop group Freestyle Love Supreme.

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James Monroe Iglehart STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Louis Armstrong

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2023
King Arthur

[Off-Broadway]
Public Works Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2019
Phil

[Off-Broadway]
Project Shaw One Night Only Production, 2018
Alfred P. Doolittle

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Thomas Jefferson [Replacement]

Marquis de Lafayette [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Genie

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Bobby

[Boston]
Boston Production, 2006
Mitch Mahoney

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2005
Mitch Mahoney [Replacement]

Mitch Mahoney [Replacement]

[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Billy Flynn [Replacement]


James Monroe Iglehart Movies

Fighting Mad
[ 1978 ] Jimmy Russell
Memphis the Musical
[ 2011 ] Bobby
We Are the Hartmans
[ 2011 ] Eustace
Three Christs
[ 2017 ] Benny
Disenchanted
[ 2022 ] Weary Businessman, Baker

James Monroe Iglehart TV Shows

Nature Cat
Michael Bluejáy
Our Cartoon President
Singer
Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure
Lance Strongbow
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Coriolanus Burt

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James Monroe Iglehart News


Tony Awards Administration Committee Determines Eligibility for THE NOTEBOOK, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS & More


The Tony Awards Administration Committee met yesterday to confirm the eligibility status of eight Broadway productions for the 2023-2024 season. Learn more about what the committee determined, and learn about the Tony Awards.

Photos: Stars Walk the Yellow Carpet on Opening Night of THE WIZ on Broadway


The Wiz officially opened at the Marquis Theatre and the best of broadway was on hand for the celebration. Check out photos of special guests, including original stars Stephanie Mills and Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kandi Burruss, Todd Tucker, Andy Cohen, Tamron Hall,  Leslie Uggams, and many more!

Tickets on Sale for A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL - Watch a Teaser


Tickets are now on sale for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical starring James Monroe Iglehart. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Podcast Network Launches New Site & Listening Platform, and More


Broadway Podcast Network is launching their new website and listening platform. Learn more!

SPAMALOT Plays Final Broadway Performance Today


The Broadway revival of Monty Python's SPAMALOT will conclude its noble quest on April 7, 2024 at Broadway's St. James Theatre following 17 previews and 164 regular performances.

Must Watch: Cast of SPAMALOT Gives Hilarious Curtain Call Speech For BC/EFA Red Bucket Collections


Following the performance on March 30, cast members from Spamalot took the stage to give a hilarious speech promoting the current Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS red bucket collections. Check out the video here!

Photos/Video: ALADDIN Celebrates 10 Years on Broadway


The Broadway production of Aladdin celebrated its 10th anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre on March 20, 2024. Check out photos and video footage from the big night here!

From La Jolla Playhouse to Broadway - A Brief History


Learn more about some of the Broadway productions that you may not have realized began their journey at La Jolla Playhouse! 

Photo: Whoopi Goldberg Visits SPAMALOT on Broadway


Check out a photo of Whoopi Goldberg visiting Spamalot on Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

SPAMALOT To Close On Broadway This April


The Broadway revival Monty Python's SPAMALOT will conclude its noble quest when it plays its final performance on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Broadway's St. James Theatre.

James Monroe Iglehart, Justin Guarini Join Disney's SUPERKITTIES Season 2


New guest stars for season two include Anika Noni Rose (“Princess and the Frog”) as Cousin Sassy, Pamela Adlon (“Better Things”) as Aunt Lola and Emmy Award winner Eric Bauza (“Muppet Babies”) as robot pig Wiggles. Justin Guarini (“American Idol”) as Cat Burglar, James Monroe Iglehart (Broadway's “Aladdin”) as Mr. Puppypaws return.

Photos: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, SPAMALOT and More Shout Out the Entertainment Community Fund 


Over the last few months, several Broadway shows have hosted performances benefitting the Entertainment Community Fund as part of their Benefit Performance program, Producer's Picks. Check out photos from the curtain calls here.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 29, 2024


Happy Leap Day, BroadwayWorld! It is February 29, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

Broadway Jukebox: Broadway Gets Jazzy


We're celebrating the news of A Wonderful World with a playlist of just a few of our favorite Broadway showtunes turned jazz standards. Enjoy songs from iconic artists like: Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Harry Connick Jr., Sammy Davis Jr., Nina Simone, and many more.

James Monroe Iglehart Will Lead A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway


Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart will star as jazz legend and American icon Louis Armstrong in A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical on Broadway in Fall 2024. We have all the details!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 20, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Watch SPAMALOT Perform 'Find Your Grail' on THE VIEW


The cast of Spamalot performed 'Find Your Grail' on The View this morning. The performance was led by Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer as the Lady of the Lake, who was joined by James Monroe Iglehart, Christopher Fitzgerald, Jonathan Bennett, Nik Walker, Graham Stevens, David Josefsberg, and more. Watch the video now!

Interview: Meet some of the organizers behind this year's GMHC CABARET AND HOWARD ASHMAN AWARD


For years, the GMHC has been supporting people living with and affected by HIV and AIDS with services including free testing, meals and nutrition, and legal support. Their annual cabaret fundraiser has become a tradition, and this year they’re back with guest honoree Alan Menken and a star-studded lineup.

SPAMALOT Will Perform on THE VIEW Next Week


Spamalot is performing on The View next week. The performance will mark the production's third televised appearance, following performances of 'Always Look on the Bright Side of Life' and 'Knights of the Round Table' on NBC. They performed a medley of the two songs on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Photo: SPAMALOT Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway


Over the weekend, the cast of SPAMALOT celebrated their 100th performance on Broadway at the St. James Theatre. Check out a photo from the celebration

James Monroe Iglehart FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has James Monroe Iglehart been in?

James Monroe Iglehart has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has James Monroe Iglehart been in?

James Monroe Iglehart has not appeared in the West End.

What is James Monroe Iglehart next theatre project?

James Monroe Iglehart's next show will be A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical which opens on 11/11/2024 on Broadway.

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