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Michael Urie is most well known as an actor for his television work as Marc St. James on “Ugly Betty,” Gavin Sinclair on “Modern Family,” Redmond on “Younger,” roles on “Partners,” “Workaholics,” “Hot in Cleveland,” “The Good Wife,” “The Good Fight,” as well as “Shrinking” for Apple +.



Most recently, he appeared in Spamalot at Kennedy Center, and he will next star in The Da Vinci Code at Ogunquit Playhouse.

Movies include: Single All the Way, Swan Song, The Decoy Bride, Petunia, Beverly Hills Chihuahua, Lavender, the upcoming Jersey Boys Live starring Nick Jonas. On Broadway, Michael has appeared in Douglas Lyons’ Chicken & Biscuits, Bess Wohl’s Grand Horizons, Harvey Fierstein’s Torch Song, and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.

Off Broadway, on tour and in London, he did more than 600 performances of Jonathan Tolins’ solo play Buyer & Cellar. Other Off-Broadway plays include Jane Anger, The Temperamentals, The Government Inspector, Homos or Everyone in America, Shows for Days, High Button Shoes, The Cherry Orchard, and two Tony Kushner plays: A Bright Room Called Day and Angels in America. Behind the scenes, Michael directed Bright Colors and Bold Patterns and produced Happy Birthday Doug (both plays written and performed by Drew Droege and both available on BroadwayHD), directed the short film The Hyperglot, feature comedy film He’s Way More Famous Than You, and co-directed Thank You for Judging an award-winning documentary about High School speech tournaments.

He’s narrated the audiobooks Lily and the Octopus, Hero, Midnight Cowboy, and The Editor. He is the recipient of two Drama Desk Awards, two Lucille Lortel Awards, an Obie, an LA Drama Critics Award, Actors Equity’s Clarence Derwent award, as well as GMHC’s Howard Ashman Award, The Broadway Beacon Award, Coach Art’s Coach Champion Award and Juilliard’s John Houseman Award. He lives in New York with his partner Ryan and their children, a dog and cat.

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Michael Urie STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Prince Dauntless

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2024
Prince Dauntless

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Sir Robin

[Broadway]
A New Comedy by Douglas Lyons, 2021
Logan

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2020
Brian

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater's Off-Broadway Revival, 2019
Gregor Bazwald

[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Off-Broadway Reading, 2019
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2019
Harrison Foy

[Off-Broadway]
Barrow Street Theatricals Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Guest Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Performer

[Broadway]
Second Stage Broadway Revival Production, 2018
Arnold Beckoff

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Shakespeare Theatre Company Production, 2018
Hamlet

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Revival, 2017
Arnold Beckoff

[Off-Broadway]
Red Bull Theater Adaptation, 2017
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere Production, 2016
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Production, 2015
Car

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2014
Alex More

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2013
Alex More

[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Production, 2013
Alex More

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2011
Yepikhodov

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2011
Bud Frump [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company Production, 2010
Prior Walter [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company Production, 2010
Prior Walter [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Rudi Gernreich

Michael Urie Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director

Michael Urie Movies

WTC View
[ 2005 ] Eric
Beverly Hills Chihuahua
[ 2008 ] Sebtian
Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life
[ 2011 ] James
The Decoy Bride
[ 2011 ] Steve
Petunia
[ 2012 ] George McDougal
He's Way More Famous Than You
[ 2013 ] Michael Urie
Such Good People
[ 2014 ] Richard Nearly
Abducted
[ 2018 ] Todd Meisner
Smithtown
[ 2020 ] Ian Bernstein
Nora Highland
[ 2020 ] LGBTQIA Gala Host
Swan Song
[ 2021 ] Dustin
The Extinction of Fireflies
[ 2021 ] Jay
Single All the Way
[ 2021 ] Peter
Jersey Boys Live!
[ 2022 ] Bob Crewe

Michael Urie TV Shows

Almost Family
Nate
Modern Family
Gavin Sinclair
Partners
Louis, Louis McManus
The Good Wife
Stephen Dinovera
Ugly Betty
Marc St. James
Younger
Redmond

Michael Urie Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2020 - Distinguished Performance Award

Michael Urie, Grand Horizons

Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award

Michael Urie, Torch Song

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Michael Urie, The Government Inspector

The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play

Michael Urie, Torch Song


winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Performance

Michael UrieHomos, or Everyone in America

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Michael Urie, Buyer and Cellar

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Michael Urie, Buyer and cellar

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Michael Urie, Buyer and Cellar


winner
The Lortels - 2010 - Outstanding Lead Actor

Michael Urie, The Temperamentals


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2010 - Performance

Michael Urie, The Temperamentals

Michael Urie Videos

Michael Urie News


Michael Urie, Lea Salonga And More Join DOES THIS MURDER MAKE ME LOOK GAY? Audio Fiction Series

Ninth Planet Audio's new podcast 'Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!' premieres June 17, featuring Michael Urie, Frankie Grande, and more.
Cast and Creatives Set For INSPIRED BY TRUE EVENTS From Out of the Box Theatrics

Out of the Box Theatrics has announced the cast and creative team for the company’s world premiere production of Inspired by True Events, a new play by actor/writer Ryan Spahn.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 30, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Michael Urie Joins Sutton Foster in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway

 Drama Desk Award winner and SAG Award nominee Michael Urie will star alongside Tony Award winner Sutton Foster in Once Upon A Mattress on Broadway this summer! Tickets are on sale now!
Rob Madge Will Lead BUYER & CELLAR at the King's Head Theatre

Award-winning actor and writer Rob Madge will star in Jonathan Tolins’ Buyer & Cellar at London’s King’s Head Theatre for five weeks only from 18 September – 19 October.
Sutton Foster Will Lead ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway Beginning This Summer

 ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will open on Broadway this summer at The Hudson Theatre, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster! Foster will lead the Broadway cast, reprising her acclaimed performance as Winnifred the Woebegone.
Listen: SINGULAR SENSATION Releases Miniseries on the Making of RENT

Broadway Podcast Network has released the second miniseries of the new podcast, “Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway,” hosted by journalist and Broadway columnist Michael Riedel. Listen now.
Broadway Podcast Network Debuts THE QUIET PART OUTLOUD Podcast

Join Bobby Steggert as he hosts THE QUIET PART OUT LOUD, the latest podcast from Broadway Podcast Network. Dive into deep conversations about the arts, humanity, and personal growth.
Listen: TWITS IN PERIL Launches New Season, Starring Christian Borle, Lillias White & More

Following the success of audio comedy Twits in Love,  the Broadway Podcast Network will release a new season of the self-proclaimed “steampunk distraction” by Tom Alan Robbins with Twits in Peril.  Listen to an episode!
Harvey Fierstein's TORCH SONG to be Presented at Marin Theatre Company

Marin Theatre Company will close out its 2023/24 season with Torch Song, the seminal comic drama by Harvey Fierstein, directed by Evren Odcikin. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina And K. Ann McDonald at Gala Benefit

Alfred Molina and K. Ann McDonald will be honored at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit 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!
Listen: Jonathan Bennett Joins THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast

Mean Girls star Jonathan Bennett joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast for an inspiring and fun interview. Listen to the full episode here!
Larry Owens to Direct Sherie Rene Scott & More in THE DYING GAUL Staged Reading

Co-Founders Patrick Reilly and Tucker Aust have launched The Queer Ensemble. The collective's inaugural event will be a staged reading of Craig Lucas' The Dying Gaul. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ghee, Hewitt & Boggess to Star in MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre

Goodman Theatre has revealed the initial cast for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Marissa Jaret Winokur to Moderate Talk Back/Q&A for Author Stan Zimmerman at the Drama Bookshop

Tony award winner, Marissa Jaret Winokur, will moderate a Talk Back/Q&A for author Stan Zimmerman Tuesday, April 16th 7:30pm ET.
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.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, INTO THE WOODS, And More Win 2024 Artios Awards for Casting

Winners have been announced for the Casting Society 39th Artios Awards!
Experimental NASSIM Brings a New Performer To Portland Center Stage Every Night

Experience the captivating performance of NASSIM at the Portland Center Stage from March 30 to May 12, 2024. Don't miss this unique theatrical event that promises to engage and inspire.
Rachel Brosnahan, Alfred Molina, J. Harrison Ghee, and More Will Present Artios Awards

Rachel Brosnahan, Alfred Molina, J. Harrison Ghee and more will present casting winners at the Artios Awards in New York on March 7. Find out who takes home the honors at this prestigious event celebrating casting excellence in the industry.

Michael Urie FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael Urie been in?

Michael Urie has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael Urie been in?

Michael Urie has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Michael Urie been nominated for?

Michael Urie has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Grand Horizons" and "Torch Song," Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Government Inspector," Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play at The Lortels for "Torch Song," Performance at the Obie Awards for "Homos, or Everyone in America," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "Buyer and Cellar," Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Buyer and Cellar," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Buyer and Cellar," Outstanding Lead Actor at The Lortels for "The Temperamentals," and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "The Temperamentals."

What awards has Michael Urie won?

Michael Urie has won several awards for his performances, including the Obie Award for his role in "Homos, or Everyone in America," the Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in "The Temperamentals," and a Theatre World Award for his performance in "The Temperamentals."

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