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Ramin Karimloo most recently has been starring for the past two seasons as ‘Kian Madani’ in the BBC One medical drama, “Holby City.”


He is best known to American audiences in his critically acclaimed portrayal of ‘Jean Valjean’ in the Broadway revival of Les Misérables for which he was nominated for the 2014 Tony Award for Leading Actor in a Musical. Other Broadway / NYC includes ‘Gleb Vaganov’ in Anastasia (Broadway), ‘Archibald Craven’ in The Secret Garden (Lincoln Center) and White Rabbit, Red Rabbit (Off-Bway).
West End and London theater includes Phantom of the Opera (Phantom), Les Misérables (Valjean), Love Never Dies (Phantom), Miss Saigon (Chris) and Murder Ballad; upcoming London concerts: Sunset Boulevard (Joe Gillis), Rumi: The Musical.
Ramin has played the roles of ‘Che’ in Evita and ‘Judas’ in Jesus Christ Superstar all over the world from the Kennedy Center in DC to Tokyo and Osaka, Japan.
Film/TV: “Holby City” (BBC1), “Jesus: His Life” (History Channel), Nativity Rocks (Mirrorball Films), Life’s Too Short (BBC), “Blue Bloods” (CBS), The Spa (Tiger Aspect Productions), The Phantom of the Opera, The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall: 25th Anniversary, Les Misérables in Concert: 25th Anniversary. Upcoming: Tomorrow film.
In addition to his stage credits, Ramin has toured the world performing concerts both as a solo artist and with his band, Ramin Karimloo & The Broadgrass Band. He has released four solo albums on Sony Records: From Now On, Human Heart, The Road to Find Out: East, and The Road to Find Out: South. His company of leisure wear line can be found at 8xcommunity.com as well as his website raminkarimloo.com.
Ramin resides with his wife and two sons and splits his time between London and New York. @raminkarimloo

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Ramin Karimloo STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2024
Frederick Barrett

[West End]
2024
Gomez Addams

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Nick Arnstein

[West End]
Original London Production, 2021
The Phantom [Replacement]

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Broadway Center Stage Revival, 2018
Anatoly Sergievsky

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Gleb

[West End]
West End Premiere, 2016
Tom

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

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2016
Archibald Craven

[International Tour]
World Premiere Production, 2015
Performer

[New York]
Manhattan Concert Production at Lincoln Center, 2015
Tom Watson

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Jean Valjean

[West End]
Original London Production, 2010
The Phantom

[UK Tour]
Touring Revival, 2004
Chris [Replacement]

[West End]
Original London Production, 1985
Enjolras [Replacement]

Feuilly [Replacement]

Jean Valjean [Replacement]


Ramin Karimloo Movies

The Phantom of the Opera
[ 2004 ] Christine's Father
Les Misérables in Concert: The 25th Anniversary
[ 2010 ] Enjolras
The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall
[ 2011 ] The Phantom
Vendetta
[ 2013 ] New York Thug
Les Miserables: The Broadway Musical
[ 2014 ] Jean Valjean
Nativity Rocks!
[ 2018 ] Doru's Dad
Tomorrow Morning
[ 2022 ] Bill
Echelon
[ 2022 ] William Wright

Ramin Karimloo TV Shows

Life's Too Short
Scientologist
The Spa
Costas
Blue Bloods
Barry Hamidi
Jesus: His Life
Joseph
Holby City
[ 2019-2021 ] Kian Madani, Kian Medani

Ramin Karimloo Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Leading Actor in a Musical

Ramin Karimloo, Les Miserables

Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award

Ramin Karimloo, Les Miserables


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance

Ramin Karimloo, Les Miserables

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Ramin Karimloo, Les Miserables

Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Actor in a Musical

Ramin Karimloo, Love Never Dies

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Ramin Karimloo News


Photos: The Cast of Encores! TITANIC Meets the Press

 Titanic is sailing into New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out photos of the company meeting the press here!
Erika Henningsen Joins THE FOUR SEASONS With Tina Fey

Erika Henningsen, who originated the role of Cady Heron in Mean Girls on Broadway, has joined the cast of The Four Seasons, an all-new comedy series adaptation from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield. Henningsen joins previously announced stars Colman Domingo, Steve Carell, and Fey.
Video: TITANIC Sails On Into Rehearsals at Encores!

In this vide, watch as the cast and creative team of Encores! Titanic chats more about the epic show and performs 'Godspeed Titanic,' 'The Proposal/The Night Was Alive,' and 'Lady's Maid.'
Photos: Broadway Bets Raises $540,600 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

Broadway Bets, the annual evening of Texas Hold ’em poker at Sardi’s, one of the theater district’s most legendary restaurants, raised a record $540,600 on June 3, 2024. See photos!
Ramin Karimloo and Hadley Frasier Will Lead DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS Concert at the London Palladium

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is coming to The London Palladium in concert for two very special performances on Sunday 24 November.   
Hank Azaria, Ramin Karimloo & More Join Lineup for Broadway Bets 2024

A full house of Broadway favorites are in the cards to attend Broadway’s official game night when Broadway Bets returns this Monday, June 3, 2024. Check out the full list of celebrity guests here!
Lilli Cooper Joins Chuck and Eddie Cooper in Encores! TITANIC

New York City Center announced that Lilli Cooper will join the cast of Encores! Titanic along with her father Chuck Cooper and brother Eddie Cooper.
Video: Watch the 30-Piece Encores! Orchestra Rehearse TITANIC

In this video, go inside the first day of rehearsals for the 30-piece Encores! Orchestra of Titanic, the final show in the 30th Encores! series. Guest Music Director Rob Berman speaks about bringing Maury Yeston's Tony-winning score to life, and original orchestrator Jonathan Tunick marvels over hearing his orchestrations played by the Encores! Orchestra.
Bradley Jaden to Perform For One Night In Trieste This Month

Bradley Jaden will kick off his international tour 'Bradley Jaden Live in Concert' in Trieste, with guest stars Lucy Jones and Luca Gaudiano. The tour will also visit London, New York, and Budapest.
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.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 10, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 10, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Ramin Karimloo and Anoushka Lucas Will Lead the World Premiere of A FACE IN THE CROWD With Songs By Elvis Costello

Ramin Karimloo and Anoushka Lucas will lead the world premiere of A Face in the Crowd, directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah in his final production as Young Vic Artistic Director, designed by Anna Fleischle.
Jose Llana Replaces Conrad Ricamora in TITANIC at Encores!

Jose Llana will now be playing the role of Thomas Andrews in Encores! Titanic, replacing his Here Lies Love costar Conrad Ricamora. Ricamora will reprise his role in the Broadway transfer of Oh, Mary!, which is set to begin performances on June 26 at the Lyceum Theatre.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Comes To Australia In November 2024

Experience the global phenomenon as JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR arrives in Australia. Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical experience with this iconic musical.
Ashley Blanchet, Adam Chanler-Berat & More Complete the Cast of TITANIC at Encores!

The complete cast has been revealed for the New York City Center Encores! production of Titanic! Learn about the cast 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!
A Special One-Off Concert Performance of DUDES SING THE DIVAS! Comes to the Other Palace

A special one-off performance of Dudes Sing the Divas! is coming to The Other Palace. Performed by Ben Barrow, Jordan Donnelly and Robert Donnelly, the performance comes to the Studio on 4 June.
Video: Watch Ramin Karimloo Sing 'No Help From God' by Ryan Bingham

Watch Ramin Karimloo sing 'No Help From God' by Ryan Bingham!
Video: First Look at Ramin Karimloo & Isabel Leonard in Washington National Opera's SONGBIRD

Check out the new video of Ramin Karimloo's operatic debut in Washington National Opera's Songbird opposite Isabel Leonard, one of America’s leading mezzo-sopranos.
Interview: Victoria Shaw Dishes on the Next UNDER THE COVERS at Birdland

Award-winning songwriter Shaw – who's written hits for the likes of Ricky Martin, Garth Brooks and Kristin Chenoweth - is bringing her acclaimed UNDER THE COVERS series back to Birdland on March 18 at 7:00 PM with a stacked lineup of songwriters prepared to play their hits and tell the stories behind them in this intimate concert.

Ramin Karimloo FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ramin Karimloo been in?

Ramin Karimloo has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Ramin Karimloo been in?

Ramin Karimloo has appeared on London's West End in 7 shows.

What was Ramin Karimloo's first West End show?

Ramin Karimloo's first West End show was Les Miserables which opened in 1985

What awards has Ramin Karimloo been nominated for?

Ramin Karimloo has been nominated for several awards, including Best Leading Actor in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Les Miserables, Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Les Miserables, Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance at the Theatre World Awards for Les Miserables, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Les Miserables, and Best Actor in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for Love Never Dies.

What awards has Ramin Karimloo won?

Ramin Karimloo has won the Best Leading Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Les Miserables and Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Les Miserables.

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