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BIO

Multi-hyphenate actor and musician, Darren Criss burst on to the scene as one of the most memorable TV characters of all time, Blaine Anderson in Fox’s hit show “Glee.” His portrayal of Andrew Cunanan in Ryan Murphy’s critically acclaimed limited series, “The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story,” earned him a Primetime Emmy, Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild, and Critics’ Choice Award. In addition to his work on television, Criss is a veteran of the stage whose Broadway credits include American Buffalo opposite Sam Rockwell and Laurence Fishburne (2022), Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2015), How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying (2012), and most recently the off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors (2024). He released a solo EP in 2021 titled Masquerade (BMG), and in the same year, released a full-length holiday album titled- aptly- A Very Darren Crissmas (Decca), for which he recently toured in North America.

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STAGE CREDITS

Maybe Happy Ending Maybe Happy Ending
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Oliver
American Buffalo American Buffalo
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2022
Performer
Little Shop of Horrors Little Shop of Horrors
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2021
Seymour [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Hedwig and the Angry Inch Hedwig and the Angry Inch
[US Tour]
Broadway National Tour, 0
Hedwig
White Rabbit Red Rabbit White Rabbit Red Rabbit
[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere Production, 2016
Performer
Hedwig and the Angry Inch Hedwig and the Angry Inch
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Hedwig [Replacement]
[Replacement]
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2011
J. Pierrepont Finch [Replacement]
[Replacement]

Movies

A Very Potter Musical
[ 2009 ] Harry Potter
Me and My Dick
[ 2009 ] Writer
A Very Potter Sequel
[ 2010 ] Harry
Starship
[ 2011 ]
The Chicago 8
[ 2011 ] Yippie Man
Girl Most Likely
[ 2012 ] Lee
A Very Potter Senior Year
[ 2013 ] Harry
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
[ 2013 ] Sutemaru - Voice
The Wind Rises
[ 2013 ] Katayama - Voice
Stan Lee's Mighty 7
[ 2014 ] Micro - Voice
A Very StarKid Reunion
[ 2015 ]
Flop Stoppers
[ 2016 ]
Speech & Debate
[ 2017 ]
All You Ever Wished For
[ 2018 ] Tyler Hutton
Sydney's Adventure
[ 2018 ]
Midway
[ 2019 ] Eugene Lindsey
Music Music Music
[ 2019 ]
Justice Society: World War II
[ 2021 ] Superman / Clark Kent - Voice
Show of titles
[ 2021 ]
Gabby's Dollhouse
[ 2024 ] Marty the Party Cat
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part Three
[ 2024 ] SupermanEarth-2 Superman
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part Two
[ 2024 ] SupermanEarth-2 Superman
Babes
[ 2024 ] Doula as a Man
Hazbin Hotel
[ 2024 ] St. Peter
Radio Play Revival
[ 2024 ] Tip Smith
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part One
[ 2024 ] SupermanEarth-2 Superman

TV Shows

Eastwick
Josh Burton
Little White Lie
Toby Phillips
A Very Potter Musical
[ 2009-2010 ] Harry Potter
Cold Case
Reuben Harris '69
Archer
Mikey, Tommy
The Cleveland Show
Hunter
Web Therapy
Augie Sayles
Web Therapy
Augie Sayles
American Horror Story
Justin
Glee
[ 2010-2015 ]
Glee
[ 2010-2015 ] Blaine Anderson, Noah 'Puck' Puckerman
Transformers: Rescue Bots
Sideswipe
:Dryvrs
Samual
Supergirl
Music Meister
The Flash
Music Meister
Transformers: Robots in Disguise
[ 2014-2017 ] Sideswipe, Son
American Crime Story
Andrew Cunanan
Hollywood
Raymond Ainsley
Royalties
Pierce
Wayward Guide
Ryan Reynolds
Wayward Guide
Ryan Reynolds
Rick and Morty
Naruto, Bruce Chutback
Trese
Marco Guerrero, Marco
Yasuke
Haruto, Additional Voices
Green Eggs and Ham
Looka

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical

Darren Criss, Maybe Happy Ending

Drama League Awards - 2025 - DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE

Darren Criss, Maybe Happy Ending

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical

Darren Criss, Maybe Happy Ending


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Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Darren Criss, Maybe Happy Ending

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Tony Award-Winner MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Coming To BroadwaySF As Part Of 26/27 Season Photo
Tony Award-Winner MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Coming To BroadwaySF As Part Of 26/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025

The six-time Tony Award–winning new romantic musical comedy, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, will come to San Francisco as part of BroadwaySF's 2026/27 season. MAYBE HAPPY ENDING joins the previously announced DEATH BECOMES HER and THE OUTSIDERS as part of the 2026/27 season.
Spotify Sees Streaming Increases for Tony-Winning Musicals After 2025 Awards Photo
Spotify Sees Streaming Increases for Tony-Winning Musicals After 2025 Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025

According to new information shared with BroadwayWorld, Spotify users flocked to the streaming service in the hours following Maybe Happy Ending and Sunset Blvd's Tony wins.
Photos: Inside the 2025 Tony Awards Ceremony Photo
Photos: Inside the 2025 Tony Awards Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025

Last night saw the 78th Annual Tony Awards, celebrating the incredible theater work seen on Broadway this past year. Take a look inside the CBS and Pluto TV broadcasts below including photos from the cast of shows like Death Becomes Her, Floyd Collins, Gypsy, Maybe Happy Ending, Sunset Blvd. and more.
Video: Darren Criss Reacts to Tony Win for Best Leading Actor in a Musical Photo
Video: Darren Criss Reacts to Tony Win for Best Leading Actor in a Musical
by Joey Mervis - Jun 9, 2025

Earlier tonight at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Darren Criss took home a Tony Award for 'Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical' for his outstanding work in Maybe Happy Ending. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!
Photos: Backstage with the 2025 Tony Awards Winners Photo
Photos: Backstage with the 2025 Tony Awards Winners
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 9, 2025

Yesterday they were just nominees, but now... they're winners! BroadwayWorld was backstage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and we've got photos of all the evening's winners.
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Musical Photo
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Musical
by - Jun 9, 2025

Maybe Happy Ending has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Musical.
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Darren Criss Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Ro Photo
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Darren Criss Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
by - Jun 9, 2025

Darren Criss has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for MAYBE HAPPY ENDING.
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Performs at the Tony Awards Photo
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Performs at the Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 9, 2025

The cast of Maybe Happy Ending took the stage at Radio City Music Hall earlier tonight to perform at the 78th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the performance here!
Recap the 2025 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches Photo
Recap the 2025 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025

The 78th Annual Tony Awards have arrived at last! As winners take the stage tonight, BroadwayWorld will be bringing you full text of all of the acceptance speeches. Read them in full here!
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet Photo
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025

Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List Photo
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025

The best of Broadway took the stage earlier tonight at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. 
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More Photo
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025

The best of Broadway will take the stage today at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
BroadwayWorld's 2025 Phony Awards Photo
BroadwayWorld's 2025 Phony Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2025

Welcome to the 2025 BroadwayWorld Phony Awards, our annual celebration of the gloriously niche and criminally overlooked achievements of the 2024-25 Broadway season!
Tony Awards Launch Digital Lottery Photo
Tony Awards Launch Digital Lottery
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 6, 2025

Tony Award Productions announced that a limited number of mezzanine tickets are available for purchase for the 78th Annual Tony Awards. The digital lottery closes at midnight tonight, Friday, June 6. We have all of the details here!
Listen: Sheridan Smith Sings 'Magic' From JOHN CASSAVETES' OPENING NIGHT Photo
Listen: Sheridan Smith Sings 'Magic' From JOHN CASSAVETES' OPENING NIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2025

CENTER STAGE RECORDS has released “Magic” from the forthcoming live West End cast recording of John Casssavetes’ Opening Night – with music and lyrics by three-time Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright. Listen here!
Listen: Renee Elise Goldsberry Releases Debut Album 'Who I Really Am' Photo
Listen: Renee Elise Goldsberry Releases Debut Album 'Who I Really Am'
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025

Tony and Grammy Award winner Renée Elise Goldsberry's debut album Who I Really Am is available now! The album explores love, heartbreak, creative independence, and self-discovery. Listen now!
How to Watch the 78th Tony Awards Around the World Photo
How to Watch the 78th Tony Awards Around the World
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2025

This Sunday sees the return of Broadway's biggest night! For theater fans in the U.S., viewers can tune into CBS and Paramount+ to see the show live. But what if you need to watch another part of the world? We have put together an international viewing guide to discover how to tune in from some of the globe's biggest markets!
Photos: Leading Actor Tony Nominees Meet Up For Dinner Photo
Photos: Leading Actor Tony Nominees Meet Up For Dinner
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025

The 2025 Tony nominees for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical recently met up for dinner, and took to social media to share photos from the evening.
How to See One of the 2025 Tony-Nominated Shows in a City Near You Photo
How to See One of the 2025 Tony-Nominated Shows in a City Near You
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 4, 2025

As we gear up for the 2025 Tony Awards, BroadwayWorld has the info on where you can catch one of this year's Tony-nominated shows in a city near you! Learn more here!
Interview: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Lighting Designer Ben Stanton on the Art of Collaborati Photo
Interview: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Lighting Designer Ben Stanton on the Art of Collaboration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025

BroadwayWorld spoke with Lighting Designer Ben Stanton about his work on Maybe Happy Ending! Read the full interview here, and learn more about Stanton and the production!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Darren Criss been in?

Darren Criss has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Darren Criss been in?

Darren Criss has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Darren Criss been nominated for?

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending.

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