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Jonathan Groff

Birth Place: Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA

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JONATHAN GROFF (Franklin) is a talented Emmy and two-time Tony Award nominee.





Groff recently co-starred opposite Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss in The Matrix Resurrections. The film, written and directed by Lana Wachowski, released in theaters and on HBO Max on Wednesday December 22nd.



On Monday November 15, 2021, Groff reunited with the entire original Broadway cast and band of Spring Awakening for a one-night-only, sold-out, 15th anniversary reunion concert, which benefitted The Actors Fund. The reunion concert was the subject of the HBO documentary, "Spring Awakening: Those You've Known," produced by Groff, his castmate Lauren Pritchard and Radical Media. The documentary is available to stream on HBO Max.



Groff recently completed production on M. Night Shyamalan’s highly anticipated feature Knock at the Cabin. On August 24th, Groff voiced the titular role of Ollie in "Lost Ollie," an animated limited series produced by 21 Laps Entertainment for Netflix.



In 2019, Groff starred as the lovable doomed florist Seymour Krelborn in the celebrated Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors, directed by Groff's Spring Awakening director Michael Mayer. Groff starred opposite Tammy Blanchard and Christian Borle in Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's beloved musical. He received rave reviews for his performance, and was an Outer Critics Circle Award honoree, as well as a Lucille Lortel and Drama League "Distinguished Performance Award" nominee. The production was also honored with Outer Critics Circle, Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk and Drama League Awards for "Outstanding Revival of a Musical,” and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album.



On screen, Groff is the voice of Kristoff and Sven in the Disney animated hit films Frozen and Frozen II. Frozen won an Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for “Best Animated Feature Film.” Additional film credits include American Sniper, C.O.G., The Conspirator and Taking Woodstock.



Groff is also known for his starring role as Holden Ford in David Fincher’s critically acclaimed Netflix television series “Mindhunter,” which was executive produced by Oscar-winner Charlize Theron. Groff played an FBI agent who interviewed incarcerated serial killers in an attempt to solve ongoing crimes. Groff also starred in the HBO series “Looking,” and reprised his role as Patrick in “Looking: The Movie,” which concluded the acclaimed two-season series. He also appeared as the recurring character, Jesse St. James, on the Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning show "Glee," created and produced by Ryan Murphy.



In the summer of 2015, Groff originated the role as King George III in Lin-Manuel Miranda's Pulitzer Prize-winning production of Hamilton on Broadway. The musical, which began Off-Broadway and tells the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, won 11 Tony Awards in 2016, including “Best Musical." Groff also received a Tony Award nomination for his performance, and the cast won a Grammy Award and Billboard Music Award for the original cast recording. The Emmy Award-winning film adaptation of the Broadway musical is currently streaming on Disney+. Groff also received an individual Emmy Award nomination for his performance in this film.



In 2006, Groff gave an award-winning breakout performance in the Broadway production of Spring Awakening (Theatre World Award winner; Tony Award, Drama Desk Award and Drama League Award nominee). Additional theatre credits include The Bobby Darin Story, “Encores! Off-Center: A New Brain,” The Bacchae, Hair, The Submission, The Singing Forest, Prayer for my Enemy (for which he won an Obie Award), Deathtrap and Red.

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Jonathan Groff STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Franklin Shepard

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Franklin Shepard

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2021
Seymour

[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Revival, 2017
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
King George III [Replacement]

King George III

[New York]
City Center Encores! Off-Center Production, 2015
Gordon Michael Schwinn

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2015
King George [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Production, 2011
Danny Larsen

[West End]
London Revival, 2010
Clifford Anderson

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Gray Korankyi / Walter Rieman

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Billy

[Off-Broadway]
Shakespeare In The Park Revival, 2008
Claude

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2006
Melchior

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2006
Jesus [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2006
Melchior

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Performer (Swing)

Nick (Understudy)

J.T. (Understudy)

Jonathan Groff Productions

 
[Broadway, 2005]
Dance Captain

Jonathan Groff Movies

Taking Woodstock
[ 2009 ] Michael Lang
Twelve Thirty
[ 2010 ] Jeff
The Conspirator
[ 2010 ] Louis Weichmann
C.O.G.
[ 2013 ] David
Frozen
[ 2013 ] Kristoff
American Sniper
[ 2014 ] Young Vet-Mads
Frozen II
[ 2019 ] Kristoff
Hamilton
[ 2020 ] King George
The Matrix Resurrections
[ 2021 ] Smith
Knock at the Cabin
[ 2023 ] Andrew

Jonathan Groff TV Shows

One Life to Live
Henry Mackler
Pretty/Handsome
Patrick Fitzpayne
Boss
Ian Todd
The Good Wife
Jimmy Fellner
The Normal Heart
Craig
Glee
[ 2010-2015 ] Jesse St. James
Looking
[ 2014-2015 ] Patrick Murray
O.T.P.
[ 2015-2016 ] Dennis
Lego Frozen Northern Lights
Kristoff, Sven
Looking
Patrick Murray
The Simpsons
Actor Playing Bart
Mindhunter
[ 2017-2019 ] Holden Ford
Invincible
Rick Sheridan
And Just Like That...
Dr. Paul David
Lost Ollie
Ollie
Life & Beth
Travis

Jonathan Groff Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater

Jonathan Groff

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance

Jonathan Groff, Merrily We Roll Along

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Jonathan Groff, Merrily We Roll Along

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical

Jonathan Groff, Merrily We Roll Along


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical

Jonathan Groff, Merrily We Roll Along

Drama League Awards - 2020 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jonathan Groff, Little Shop of Horrors


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Jonathan Groff, Little Shop of Horrors

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Jonathan Groff, Hamilton


winner
Obie Awards - 2009 - Performance

Jonathan Groff, Prayer for My Enemy


winner
Obie Awards - 2009 - Performance

Jonathan Groff, The Singing Forest


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2007 - Performance

Jonathan Groff, Spring Awakening

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Jonathan Groff, Spring Awakening

Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Jonathan Groff, Spring Awakening

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Video: Jonathan Groff Discusses How MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Resonates for Audiences

Jonathan Groff, who is currently playing the role of Franklin Shepard in the Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along, visited CBS Mornings on Monday to talk about the hit production. On the show, he talked about how the musical has changed over the years and what it means to him to be part of the storied legacy of this material. Watch the full interview!
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.
Find Out Who Will Perform at the 2024 Tony Awards

Performance for the 77th Annual Tony Awards have been announced! Check out who will perform (and who won't) on June 16!
Video: Jakeim Hart Spills the Tea on What Makes HELL'S KITCHEN So Special for Audiences

This video features the mega talented, charming and kind Jakeim Hart who is starring as “Q”  in the hit Broadway musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’, which is nominated for thirteen Tony Awards including Best Musical this season. Jakeim shares why both audience and critics are finding the show special, what it’s like working with the legendary Alicia Keys and why he chose to share that he is on the autism spectrum in his bio for Hell’s Kitchen.
Jonathan Groff Recalls Turning Down GLEE to Ryan Murphy

In a new interview, Tony-Award-nominated actor Jonathan Groff discussed a few of his projects, including his current role as Franklin Shepard in the Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along. Groff also revealed some details about the massively popular musical series Glee.
ILLINOISE, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG And OH, MARY! Take Top Honors At LGBTQ Critics' Dorian Theater Awards

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics honored ILLINOISE, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, and OH, MARY! at the Dorian Theater Awards, celebrating the best of Broadway and Off-Broadway for 2023-24.
Video: See MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Director Maria Friedman in Conversation Jonathan Groff

Watch as Jonathan Groff and Maria Friedman discuss at 92NY!
Video: Lindsay Mendez Discusses Friendship With MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Co-Stars

Lindsay Mendez, who was recently nominated for a Tony Award for her performance as Mary Flynn in Merrily We Roll Along. stopped by Good Morning American on Monday to discuss the show, her nomination, and her friendship with co-stars Jonathan Groff and Daniel Radcliffe. Watch the interview!
Video: Jonathan Groff Discusses MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Tony Nominations

Jonathan Groff, who is currently playing the role of Franklin Shepard in the Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along, visited Live With Kelly and Mark on Tuesday. On the show, he talked about the Tony nominations that the musical received, including one for each of the leading cast members. Watch the video!
Photos: Inside 2024 New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards

The New York Drama Critics' Circle named David Adjmi’s Stereophonic best play of the 2023-24 season. The award for best musical went to Dead Outlaw, music and lyrics by David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, book by Itamar Moses. Check out photos from inside the ceremony!
Jonathan Groff Will Appear on LIVE WITH KELLY & MARK Next Week

Tune in to Live with Kelly & Mark next week to see Jonathan Groff on the show! Groff, who was recently nominated for a Tony Award for her performance as Franklin Shepard in the Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along, will visit the morning talk show on Tuesday, May 28. The program airs at 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM EST on ABC and ABC Affiliates across the US.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 24, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 24, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Richard Linklater Calls Paul Mescal 'Transcendent' in MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film

In a new interview, director Richard Linklater has praised Paul Mescal, who is playing Franklin Shephard in the film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along. The movie, based on the Sondheim musical that is currently on Broadway, is being shot every couple of years over the course of 20 years.
Video: Jonathan Groff Says MERRILY Has Been His Dream of Dreams

In this video, watch as Tony nominee Jonathan Groff chats about his beloved Merrily We Roll Along cast, why this piece means so much to him, and so much more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 23, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Jonathan Groff and Friends Celebrate New Sardi's Caricature

2024 Tony nominee Jonathan Groff was honored with his very own caricature at Sardi’s. with remarks from friend, Sutton Foster. Check out photos from the big day!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 22, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 22, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Learn About the History of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG

Learn about the history of Merrily We Roll Along! Learn more about the show, currently playing on Broadway, and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Cast Performs 'Old Friends' on THE LATE SHOW

Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, and Daniel Radcliffe performed 'Old Friends' from Merrily We Roll Along on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night. Check out the video here!
Feature: The VIPS Behind The Curtain at the Ziegfeld Ballroom!

The 2024 Drama League Awards were held on May 17th at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City, marking a spectacular celebration of theatrical excellence!

Jonathan Groff FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jonathan Groff been in?

Jonathan Groff has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Jonathan Groff been in?

Jonathan Groff has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Jonathan Groff's first West End show?

Jonathan Groff's first West End show was Deathtrap which opened in 2010

What awards has Jonathan Groff been nominated for?

Jonathan Groff has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater and Distinguished Performance at the Drama League Awards for "Merrily We Roll Along." He was also nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for the same show. Groff received nominations for Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards and Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his role in "Merrily We Roll Along." Additionally, he received nominations for Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Little Shop of Horrors." Groff was nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for his performance in "Hamilton." He also received Performance nominations at the Obie Awards for "Prayer for My Enemy" and "The Singing Forest." Groff won the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for his role in "Spring Awakening." Furthermore, he was nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in "Spring Awakening."

What awards has Jonathan Groff won?

Jonathan Groff has won several awards, including the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater from the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Merrily We Roll Along, Outstanding Actor in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Little Shop of Horrors, Performance awards from the Obie Awards for Prayer for My Enemy and The Singing Forest, and a Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for Spring Awakening.

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