Jim Parsons

Birth Place: Houston, TX, USA

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Jim Parsons continues to skillfully navigate the entertainment industry as an award-winning actor and producer.



He will soon begin production on Just by Looking at Him. The film is an adaptation of Ryan O’Connell’s novel of the same name. Parsons will star alongside O’Connell in the comedy.

In December 2022, Parsons starred alongside Ben Aldridge in Focus Features’ Spoiler Alert based on Michael Ausiello’s acclaimed memoir of the same title. Parsons' That’s Wonderful Productions produced the film, which was nominated for Outstanding Film – Wide Release at the GLAAD Media Awards.

He recently led the Off-Broadway revival of A Man of No Importance, the 2002 musical featuring a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens for The Classic Stage Company. He received a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for his performance and the show was nominated for Drama League, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards. In 2020, he starred in the Netflix movie The Boys in the Band. He previously starred in the Broadway production of the show as well. Parsons starred on Broadway in An Act of God, written by 13-time Emmy Award winner David Javerbaum and directed by Joe Mantello. Parsons starred in the Broadway revival of Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize winning play Harvey. He received a Theatre World Award and Emmy nomination for his debut Broadway performance as “Tommy Boatwright” in The Normal Heart, starring opposite Ellen Barkin, John Benjamin Hickey, and Joe Mantello. The Normal Heart won a Tony Award for “Best Revival of a Play” and was presented with the Drama Desk Award for “Outstanding Revival of a Play” and “Outstanding Ensemble Performance.” Parsons’ other stage performances include, The Castle, The Countess as well as The Tempest and As You Like It.

Parsons' breakout role was that of Sheldon Cooper from the CBS smash hit The Big Bang Theory. The show was the #1 comedy in America and in many parts of the world. The Big Bang Theory also made history as the longest running multi-camera sitcom ever with 279 shows.

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Jim Parsons STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Stage Manager

[Broadway]
Second Stage Original Broadway Production, 2024
Carl

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Alfie Byrne

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2018
Michael

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
God

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Production, 2012
Elwood P. Dowd

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Tommy Boatwright

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Jeremiah


Jim Parsons Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance

Jim Parsons, Mother Play

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play

Jim Parsons, Mother Play

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Jim Parsons, Mother Play

The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical

Jim Parsons, A Man of No Importance


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Featured Actor in a Play

Jim Parsons, The Normal Heart


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2011 - Performance

Jim Parsons, The Normal Heart

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Find Out Who Will Present at the 2024 Tony Awards

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Video: Jim Parsons Says His Tony Nomination is a 'Symbol of the MOTHER PLAY Cast Unity'

In this video, watch as Jim Parsons chats about his beloved castmates, why Mother Play means so much to him, and so much more.
Final Days To Vote For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards

The latest standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Today's MOTHER PLAY Matinee Canceled Due to Illness

According to Second Stage's Instagram story, the matinee of Mother Play has been canceled this afternoon due to 'an illness within the company.'
Video: Jessica Lange Discusses MOTHER PLAY and THE GREAT LILLIAN HALL

Tony-Award-winning actress Jessica Lange appeared on The View on Thursday to discuss her role in Paula Vogel's Mother Play. On the show, she also talks about her next project The Great Lillian Hall, an HBO film that centers on an aging Broadway performer who is struggling with memory loss. Watch the interview now!
Jessica Lange to Discuss MOTHER PLAY on THE VIEW Next Week

Tune in to see Jessica Lange on The View next week! The Tony-nominated actress will appear on the program on Thursday, May 23 to discuss her role in Paula Vogel's Mother Play, which is currently playing at the Hayes Theater. The daytime talk show airs each weekday from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. ET on ABC.
Photos: Go Inside the 2024 Drama League Awards

Check out photos from the 2024 Drama League Awards.
Sarah Paulson, HELL'S KITCHEN & More Win 2024 Drama League Awards - See the Full List

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Rachel Bay Jones to Reprise YOUNG SHELDON Role in New Spin-Off

Tony Award winner Rachel Bay Jones will be reprising her role as Audrey McAllister in the upcoming Young Sheldon spin-off, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. Multiple reports indicate that both she and her co-star Will Sasso will return as the parents of Mandy, played by Emily Osment. Audrey McCallister is Mandy's intimidating mother who seems sweet but can become overbearing as she offers her opinions, especially when it comes to Mandy's life choices.
Video: Jim Parsons and Celia Keenan-Bolger Discuss Tony Noms and Working With Jessica Lange in MOTHER PLAY

Jim Parsons and Celia Keenan-Bolger stopped by The View on Monday to discuss the Tony-nominated Mother Play, where they are currently starring alongside Jessica Lange. The show marks Parsons' first-ever Tony nomination. Keenan-Bolger has been nominated 4 times prior, winning the award for her performance as Scout Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird. Watch the interview!
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The first standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
STEREOPHONIC, SUFFS & More Win Outer Critics Circle Awards

The Outer Critics Circle, the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, announced the winners of the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards. Check out the Full List of winners here!

Jim Parsons FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jim Parsons been in?

Jim Parsons has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Jim Parsons been in?

Jim Parsons has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jim Parsons been nominated for?

Jim Parsons has been nominated for several awards, including Distinguished Performance at the Drama League Awards for "Mother Play", Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Mother Play", Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Mother Play", Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical at The Lortels for "A Man of No Importance", Best Featured Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "The Normal Heart", and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "The Normal Heart".

What awards has Jim Parsons won?

Jim Parsons has won the Best Featured Actor in a Play award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for his performance in The Normal Heart. He also received the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for his role in The Normal Heart.

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