John Cariani is a renowned actor and playwright, boasting a plethora of impressive credits across television, film, and theater. As an actor, he is widely recognized for his captivating performances on various popular shows, including NBC's Law & Order, CBS' Numbers, and IFC's The Onion News Network.
Notably, he has appeared alongside esteemed actors in notable films such as Showtime, Scotland, PA, and Elephant Sighs. On stage, John has made a lasting impact on Broadway, earning a Tony Award nomination and an Outer Critics Circle Award for his portrayal of Motel the Tailor in the 2004 revival of Fiddler on the Roof.
He has also originated significant roles in Broadway hits, including Nigel Bottom in Something Rotten! and Itzik in The Band's Visit, which won the 2018 Tony Award for Best Musical. Furthermore, John's performance as Stuart Gelman in the acclaimed revival of Caroline, or Change earned him a Grammy Award nomination.
As a playwright, John is best known for his inaugural play, Almost, Maine, which has become one of the most frequently produced plays in the United States, boasting over 5,000 productions to date. The play has also received widespread international acclaim, having been translated into over a dozen languages and performed in over 20 countries.
John's subsequent play, LOVE/SICK, has garnered over 500 productions worldwide, solidifying his reputation as a prolific and talented playwright. Additionally, he has ventured into novel writing, with his latest publication, Almost, Maine-a novel, released by Fiewel and Fiends, an imprint of MacMillan.
