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Benjamin Platt is an American actor, singer, and songwriter. He made his Broadway debut in The Book of Mormon and later starred in Dear Evan Hansen, receiving multiple accolades for his performance as the title character, including the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical.


Platt's film credits include Pitch Perfect, Pitch Perfect 2, Ricki and the Flash, Run This Town, and Drunk Parents. Since 2019, he has starred in the Netflix comedy-drama series The Politician, for which he was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy.

In 2017, Platt signed with Atlantic Records and released his album, Sing to Me Instead. In May 2020, a concert film, titled Ben Platt Live from Radio City Music Hall, debuted on Netflix.
Platt reprise his role as Evan Hansen in the film adaptation of Dear Evan Hanson. It will be released on September 24, 2021.

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Ben Platt STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Concert Residency, 2024
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Leo Frank

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Evan Hansen

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Original Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Evan Hansen

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2016
Dickon

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Arena Stage World Premiere Production, 2015
Evan

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 2012
Elder Cunningham

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Elder Cunningham [Replacement]


Ben Platt Movies

Red Riding Hood
[ 2006 ] Boy Scout #1
Pitch Perfect
[ 2012 ] Benji
Pitch Perfect 2
[ 2015 ] Benji
Ricki and the Flash
[ 2015 ] Daniel
Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk
[ 2016 ] Josh
The Female Brain
[ 2017 ] Joel
Run This Town
[ 2019 ] Bram
Drunk Parents
[ 2019 ] Jon Johnson
Dear Evan Hansen
[ 2021 ] Evan Hansen
Broken Diamonds
[ 2021 ] Scott
The People We Hate at the Wedding
[ 2022 ] Paul

Ben Platt TV Shows

The Politician
Payton Hobart

Ben Platt Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Ben Platt, Parade


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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2017 - Best Leading Actor in a Musical

Ben Platt, Dear Evan Hansen


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Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award

Ben Platt, Dear Evan Hansen


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The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical

Ben Platt, Dear Evan Hansen


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Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Ben Platt, Dear Evan Hansen

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

Ben Platt, Dear Evan Hansen

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Ben Platt, Dear Evan Hansen

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Broadway Buying Guide: June 10, 2024- Get Tickets to Incoming Shows

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Video: Cynthia Erivo Joins Ben Platt to Perform 'Get Happy / Happy Days Are Here Again'

Yesterday's special guest at Ben Platt: Live at the Palace was Cynthia Erivo! The Broadway star, and star of the upcoming Wicked film, joined Platt onstage for a rendition of 'Get Happy / Happy Days Are Here Again'. Check out video clips here!
Video: Meghan Trainor Joins Ben Platt at Palace Residency to Perform 'Like I'm Gonna Lose You'

Watch Meghan Trainor appear at Ben Platt's Palace Residency to perform a duet of 'Like I'm Gonna Lose You' in the video here!
Video: Kristen Bell Joins Ben Platt at Palace Residency to Perform A James Taylor/Carole King Mashup

Joining Ben Platt as the special guest at his residency, Ben Platt: Live at the Palace, last night was Kristen Bell! Bell joined Platt for a mashup of songs from celebrated songwriters Carole King and James Taylor.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 10, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Richard Linklater Says Sondheim Was 'Extremely Generous' on MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film

In a new interview, director Richard Linklater touched on his forthcoming film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along and his relationship with the late composer. The movie is based on the musical that is currently on Broadway and follows three friends throughout their lives and careers.
Video: Kelli O'Hara Joins Ben Platt at Palace Residency to Perform 'Both Sides Now' By Joni Mitchell

Joining Ben Platt as the special guest at his residency, Ben Platt: Live at the Palace, last night was Kelli O'Hara! O'Hara joined Platt for a performance of 'Both Sides Now' by Joni Mitchell. Watch the video here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 7, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Tori Kelly Joins Ben Platt at Residency to Perform 'Stay' By Rihanna

Last night's special guest at Ben Platt's residency, Ben Platt: Live at the Palace was Tori Kelly. The singer joined Platt for a performance of 'Stay' by Rihanna. Check out the video here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 6, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 
Video: Alex Newell Joins Ben Platt to Perform 'Suddenly Seymour' From LITTLE SHOP OF HORORRS

Last night's special guest at Ben Platt's residency, Ben Platt: Live at the Palace was Alex Newell! Newell joined Platt for a performance of 'Suddenly Seymour' from Little Shop of Horrors. Check out the video here!
Interview: Steve H. Broadnax III & Rashad McPherson Are Getting Ready for Another Juneteenth in Times Square

BroadwayWorld checked in with Director and Writer Steve H. Broadnax III and Music Director Rashad McPherson to get the scoop on what's to come for this fourth annual event!
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 6/2/24 - HELL'S KITCHEN, CABARET & More Top the List

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 6/2/2024.
Video: Watch Ben Platt Perform 'Before I Knew You' From Honeymind

Tony-award winner Ben Platt stopped Late Night With Seth Meyers to perform the song Before I Knew You from his latest album, Honeymind. In a previous appearance on the late-night show, he told Meyers about Honeymind's origin, and how the title of his album was inspired by his love for his fiance. Watch the performance now!
New Film About Songwriting Duo Rodgers and Hart in Development From Richard Linklater

Filmmaker Richard Linklater may be working on a new film called Blue Moon, about songwriters Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 4, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 4, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Ben Platt Performs 'Right Kind of Reckless' and 'All American Queen'

On Monday, Ben Platt visited The TODAY Show to discuss and perform from his newly released studio album, Honeymind. On the show, Platt talked also about performing for an audience as himself, rather than as a character. Watch the performances!
Video: Watch Ben Platt Perform 'Cherry on Top' From 'Honeymind'

Tony-award winner Ben Platt stopped by The Jennifer Hudson Show to discuss and perform from his new album, Honeymind, which his fiance inspired. Before singing Cherry on Top, Platt talked about some of his Broadway experiences, including when Beyonce came to see Dear Evan Hanson. Watch the performance and interview now!
Broadway Buying Guide: June 3, 2024- Ben Platt is Back

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, June 3, 2024.
Video: Ben Platt and Adrienne Warren Sing 'If Momma Was Married' From GYPSY

Ben Platt was joined on stage by Adrienne Warren during his residency at The Palace Theatre last night. The pair performed 'If Momma Was Married' from Gypsy. Check out the video here!

Ben Platt FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ben Platt been in?

Ben Platt has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Ben Platt been in?

Ben Platt has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ben Platt been nominated for?

Ben Platt has been nominated for several awards, including Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Parade," Best Leading Actor in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Dear Evan Hansen," Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Dear Evan Hansen," Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical at The Lortels for "Dear Evan Hansen," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Dear Evan Hansen," Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Dear Evan Hansen," and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Dear Evan Hansen."

What awards has Ben Platt won?

Ben Platt has won several awards for his role in Dear Evan Hansen, including Best Leading Actor in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards, Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical at The Lortels, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards.

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