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John Scherer

Birth Place: Buffalo, NY, USA

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John has appeared in The Foreigner, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, Sweet Charity, Legally Blonde, Unnecessary Farce, Boeing Boeing, Moon Over Buffalo, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The World Goes Round, My One and Only, 42nd Street, and Dames at Sea. Broadway: Lovemusik, By Jeeves and Sunset Boulevard. Off Broadway: Dames at Sea, Olympus on My Mind and Preppies. Other NY credits: The Most Happy Fella and Cinderella (NYC Opera) and Out of This World (City Center). He has toured in 42nd Street, Cats, White Christmas, Mame and Hello Dolly. He recently appeared in the critically acclaimed production of The Drowsy Chaperone at the Goodspeed Opera House. Other regional credits: Kennedy Center, Arena Stage, Goodman Theatre, Paper Mill Playhouse and many others. Film and television: Spinning Into Butter, “The Shield,” “Crossing Jordan,” “Law and Order (SVU and CI),” “Titus” and “Guiding Light.” He is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University.

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John Scherer STAGE CREDITS

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
Muny Production, 2018
FDR

[Regional (US)]
Denver Center Theatre Company Production, 2014
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2007
George Davis

[Off-Broadway]
New York City Opera Revival, 2006
Herman

[Los Angeles]
Reprise! Concert, 2004
Peter

[New York]
Reading, 2003
Performer

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2002
Eddie Ryan

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2001
Bertie Wooster

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1996
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1995
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
DeMille's Assistant [Replacement]

Salesman [Replacement]

Young Writer [Replacement]

Joe Gillis (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1993
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Concert [Off-Broadway], 1988
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1986
Mercury [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1985
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1983
Performer

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1986
Performer


John Scherer Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Special Theatrical Event

John Scher, Liza's at The Palace

Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

John SchererBy Jeeves

Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

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Video: First Look at Desi Oakley and Joseph Spieldenner in THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre


Get sneak peek video of the highly-anticipated production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre. Join Desi Oakley and Joseph Spieldenner as they bring the beloved characters to life in this enchanting musical.

Photos: First Look at THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre


All new photos have been released from THE SOUND OF MUSIC playing at North Shore Music Theatre through July 23, 2023.

Review: It's One Fine Day to See BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway At Music Circus


It’s officially summer stock season! Kicking off my favorite time of the year is Broadway at Music Circus’ production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Its Broadway premiere in 2014 garnered seven Tony Award nominations, with two wins for Best Leading Actress and Best Sound Design. While I tend to have a healthy reservation of jukebox musicals, Beautiful puts that to rest with its strappy pace, feel-good music, and message of empowerment.

Desi Oakley and Joseph Spieldenner to Lead THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre


North Shore Music Theatre will be alive with THE SOUND OF MUSIC once more as the treasured musical, featuring a timeless score by Rodgers & Hammerstein, takes the stage. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Vicki Lewis of THE PROM at Axelrod PAC


Actress Vicki Lewis talks about her role in 'The Prom' and how the musical's themes of self-discovery and acceptance resonate with her own life story. Read the interview to learn more about Lewis' journey from high school prom to Broadway.

Axelrod PAC to Host Pride Events, SETH'S BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES with Seth Rudetsky and Beth Leavel


In celebration of Jersey PRIDE weekend, Sirius XM radio host Seth Rudetsky brings his Broadway concert series to the Axelrod PAC on Saturday, June 3 at 8 PM, teaming up with Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel.

Broadway's Vicki Lewis and John Scherer Will Lead THE PROM at Axelrod PAC


The Axelrod Performing Arts Center will mount New Jersey's first professional production of the Broadway musical, The Prom, beginning on May 5 and running through May 21.

Photo: Meet The Cast Of WHO KILLED MARILYN? By Sharleen Cooper Cohen


The cast and creative team of WHO KILLED MARILYN? gathered around a table at Open Jar Studios this morning to begin rehearsals for industry readings on Friday.  Check out the photo below!

Rebecca Faulkenberry Will Lead Industry Readings of WHO KILLED MARILYN? By Sharleen Cooper Cohen


Broadway Baby Productions,LLC will present additional private industry readings of 'Who Killed Marilyn” a new play by Sharleen Cooper Cohen. Directed by Dick Scanlan (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Evening Rapture), the readings will be held on Friday, March 10 at 11:00am and 2:30pm.

Photo/Video: Get A First Look At The Muny's JOSEPH Starring Jessica Vosk, Jason Gotay, Mykal Kilgore & More


Buy tickets now for The Muny's JOSEPH August 12th though 18th. Check out photos and video footage of the cast in action.

Previews: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Music Theatre Wichita, Century II PAC, Concert Hall


Wayne Bryan reluctantly leaves his role as Man in Chair in MTWichita's season finale, The Drowsy Chaperone due to medical reasons. Replacing him for the show will be John Scherer.

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT's Becca Andrews Takes Over Our Instagram!


The Muny is presenting Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! Tune into our Instagram Story as Becca Andrews takes you behind the scenes of today's performance.

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For JOSEPH At The Muny Starring Jason Gotay, Jessica Vosk, Mykal Kilgore & More!


Go inside rehearsals for The Muny's grand finale of the 2022 season, the mega-fun hit Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, which runs August 12 - 18, 2022.

Full Cast Announced For JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at the Muny, Starring Jason Gotay, Jessica Vosk, and More!


The Muny has announced its full cast, design and production teams for the Muny's grand finale of the 2022 season, the mega-fun hit Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, August 12 – 18, 2022. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is proudly sponsored by US Bank.

Photo Exclusive: First Look at Ben Fankhauser, Jackie Burns, and More In SOMETHING ROTTEN! At Broadway at Music Circus


See exclusive fist look photos of the Broadway at Music Circus in Sacramento production of Something Rotten!, starring Jackie Burns, Ben Fankhauser, Josh Lamon, Matt Loehr ​​​​​​​ and more!

Jackie Burns, Ben Fankhauser, and More Will Lead SOMETHING ROTTEN! in Sacramento


Broadway at Music Circus in Sacramento has announced its cast for Something Rotten!, which includes Jackie Burns, Ben Fankhauser, and more!

BWW Review: DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS at Maltz Jupiter Theatre


The Tony nominated musical hit DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS offers side slitting laughs to welcome back the iconic award winning theatre. This outrageous comedy is sure to deliver the laughs and levity we all need after the past two years,” said Andrew Kato, Producing Artistic Director and Chief Executive. The melodic music and clever lyrics are a gift by David Yazbek. The hysterical book is by Jeffrey Lane. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is based on the 1988 film of the same name.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards; SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Leads Best Musical!


This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards; City Spring's THE SOUND OF MUSIC Leads Best Musical!


Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

BWW Exclusive: Go Behind the Scenes of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The Muny


The Muny's The Sound of Music, the second show of the theatre's 103rd season is running now through August 9, 2021.

John Scherer FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has John Scherer been in?

John Scherer has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has John Scherer been in?

John Scherer has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has John Scherer been nominated for?

John Scherer has been nominated for the following awards: - Best Special Theatrical Event at the Tony Awards for Liza's at The Palace - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for By Jeeves - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical at the Olivier Awards for On the Town.

What awards has John Scherer won?

John Scherer won the Best Special Theatrical Event at the Tony Awards for "Liza's at The Palace."

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