Jim Parsons

Birth Place: Houston, TX, USA

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Jim Parsons BIO

Recent Broadway credits include: The Boys in the Band (2018); An Act of God (2015); Harvey (2012); and The Normal Heart (2011). Also known for playing Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory (CBS) from 2007 to 2019; a role that won him 4 Emmy Awards. Films include: A Kid Like Jake (2018); Hidden Figures (2016); and The Muppets (2011). Will star in Netflix's film adaptation of The Boys in the Band (2020).

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Jim Parsons STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Second Stage Original Broadway Production, 2024
Carl

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Alfie Byrne

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2018
Michael

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
God

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Production, 2012
Elwood P. Dowd

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Tommy Boatwright

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Jeremiah


Jim Parsons Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical

Jim Parsons, A Man of No Importance


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Featured Actor in a Play

Jim Parsons, The Normal Heart


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2011 - Performance

Jim Parsons, The Normal Heart

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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 21, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: Meet the Company of MOTHER PLAY on Broadway

Next up from Second Stage Theater is the world premiere of Paula Vogel’s Mother Play! The cast and creative team met the press yesterday, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!

Photos: Inside Opening Night of IBSEN'S GHOST at 59E59's Theater A

Ibsen's Ghost is now playing at 59E59’s Theater A. The production officially opened last night, March 14 for a limited run through April 14. Check out opening night photos here!

Up on the Marquee: MOTHER PLAY

Next up from Second Stage Theater is the world premiere of Paula Vogel’s Mother Play, directed by Tina Landau. Check out photos for the Broadway marquee here!

Photos: Go Inside Roundabout's 2024 Gala, Honoring Kenny Leon and the Rudin Family

Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated its 2024 Gala, honoring Kenny Leon and The Rudin Family. Check out the photos here!

Bennett Leak Will Be Second Stage Theater's Interim Artistic Director

Second Stage Theater has announced that Bennett Leak, Second Stage Theater's Director of Artistic Production, has been named Interim Artistic Director for the 2024-25 Season.

How Many Shows This Season Are By Pulitzer Prize Winners and Finalists?

This time, the reader question was: Are there a lot of new productions by Pulitzer Prize winners and finalists this season, or does it just seem that way?

Gigi Gorgeous Getty & Anthony Allen Ramos to Host GLAAD's GRAMMYs Red Carpet Coverage

GLAAD recognizes both the meteoric expansion of LGBTQ representation in music and the influence LGBTQ artists have had on the music industry at-large over the last several years. As such, GLAAD's presence on the Grammys red carpet, co-hosted by Gigi Gorgeous Getty and GLAAD's Anthony Allen Ramos.

Paige Davis & More to Join Robert Bannon for Christmas Show at Chelsea Table + Stage

Robert Bannon, the renowned performer, is set to captivate audiences with his Old School Holiday Special, 'A Robert Bannon Christmas Special', on December 9th at 7pm.

After 50 Years, Memorable and Important LGBTQIA+ play THE BOYS IN THE BAND �" OS GAROTOS DA BANDA Opens a New Production in Brazil

After 53 years, a new production of the important LGBTQIA+ play The Boys in the Band opens in Sao Paulo, at Teatro Procopio Ferreira. Directed by Ricardo Grasson, the play stars Bruno Narchi, Caio Evangelista, Caio Paduan, Heber Gutierrez, Heitor Garcia, Julio Oliveira, Leonardo Miggiorin, Mateus Ribeiro, Tiago Barbosa and Otavio Martins.

Broadway Buying Guide: October 23, 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, October 23, 2023.

Elle Fanning Will Make Broadway Debut in Second Stage's APPROPRIATE

Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award  nominee Elle Fanning will make her Broadway debut in Second Stage's upcoming production of Branden  Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE, directed by Lila Neugebauer.  

Single Tickets for MOTHER PLAY Starring Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons & Celia Keenan-Bolger To Go On Sale Tomorrow

Single tickets for Second Stage Theater's upcoming world premiere of Paula Vogel’s MOTHER PLAY will go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, October 17 at 12pm. 

Second Stage Founder Carole Rothman Will Depart After 45 Years

Carole Rothman, the founder of Second Stage, the prestigious theater company that has launched the careers of some of the greatest American playwrights over the past 45 years, is leaving the company. 

Photos: Charles Busch Celebrates New Memoir With a Release Party

Theatre icon Charles Busch has released his new memoir! 'Leading Lady: A Memoir of a Most Unusual Boy' was released on August 29, 2023. To celebrate the release, Busch held a party at Michael’s New York. Check out photos here!

MODERN FAMILY Coming to TBS; Expands Offering of THE BIG BANG THEORY

TBS has expanded its comedy line up by licensing the popular, award-winning series “Modern Family” which follows the diverse and complex Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan as they navigate daily life. TBS also will air longer daily marathons of “The Big Bang Theory” -- a series that currently ranks as the #1 acquired series in cable in 2023.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 7th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 7, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours. 

Best Broadway Shows in 2024; What's Coming!

Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2024 and be sure to check back as more engagements are added to the list!

Jessica Lange, Jim Parsons, Celia Keenan-Bolger Will Lead Paula Vogel's MOTHER PLAY on Broadway

The world premiere of MOTHER PLAY, written by Pulitzer Prize winner Paula Vogel and directed by Tina Landau is coming to Broadway. We have all the details on who will star in the new play!

What's Coming to Broadway in 2023

It's a new season on Broadway! While plenty of 2023/24 season announcements have yet to be made, many productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements. Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in Fall 2023-Spring 2024!

Jim Parsons FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jim Parsons been in?

Jim Parsons has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Jim Parsons been in?

Jim Parsons has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jim Parsons been nominated for?

Jim Parsons has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical at The Lortels for "A Man of No Importance," Best Featured Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "The Normal Heart," and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "The Normal Heart."

What awards has Jim Parsons won?

Jim Parsons has won the Best Featured Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "The Normal Heart" and also received a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for the same production.

What is Jim Parsons next theatre project?

Jim Parsons's next show will be Mother Play which opens on 4/25/2024 on Broadway.

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