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'''John McCrea''' is a British actor and singer known for playing Jamie New in the musical ''[[Everybody's Talking About Jamie]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.broadway.com/buzz/190478/everybodys-talking-about-jamie-star-john-mccrea-on-making-a-splash-in-the-west-end-broadway-dreams-more/|title=Everybody’s Talking About Jamie Star John McCrea on Making a Splash in the West End, Broadway Dreams & More|date=2017-11-27|accessdate=2021-05-30|author=Matt Wolf|work=Broadway.com}}</ref> |
'''John McCrea''' is a British actor and singer known for playing Jamie New in the musical ''[[Everybody's Talking About Jamie]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.broadway.com/buzz/190478/everybodys-talking-about-jamie-star-john-mccrea-on-making-a-splash-in-the-west-end-broadway-dreams-more/|title=Everybody’s Talking About Jamie Star John McCrea on Making a Splash in the West End, Broadway Dreams & More|date=2017-11-27|accessdate=2021-05-30|author=Matt Wolf|work=Broadway.com}}</ref> |
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==Early life== |
==Early life== |
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Revision as of 12:14, 14 June 2021
John McCrea | |
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| Born | |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2011–present |
John McCrea is a British actor and singer known for playing Jamie New in the musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie.[1]
Early life
McCrea attended Sylvia Young Theatre School, in London.
Career
McCrea had roles in the 2017 film God's Own Country and the 2020 television series Dracula.[2]
In the 2021 film Cruella, McCrea plays vintage fashion shop owner Artie, the first originally created openly gay character in a live-action Disney film.[3] Additionally, he contributed to the film's soundtrack, recording a cover version of The Stooges' "I Wanna Be Your Dog".[4]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | EastEnders: Christmas Party | Choir boy | TV movie |
| 2011 | Documental | TV movie | |
| 2015 | Late Night with Albin and Bibita | Albin | Short film |
| 2017 | God's Own Country | University boy | |
| 2018 | Everybody's Talking About Jamie | Jamie New | Filmed recording of 2016 West End musical |
| 2019 | Our Sister | Dance instructor | Short film |
| 2021 | Cruella | Artie | |
| Everybody's Talking About Jamie | Young Loco Chanelle | Cameo | |
| TBA | She Will | Ansel | Post-production |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Kerching! | Robbie | Episode: "1.11" |
| 2005 | New Tricks | Boy Alan | Episode: "Fluke of Luck" |
| 2005 | Bleak House | Dancer | Episode: "1.8"; uncredited |
| 2006 | The Catherine Tate Show | Fergus | Episode: "Lauren Gets Hitched" |
| 2019 | Giri/Haji | Tiff | 4 episodes |
| 2020 | Dracula | Zev | Episode: "The Dark Compass" |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Critics' Circle Theatre Award[5] | Most Promising Newcomer | Won |
| 2018 | WhatsOnStage Awards[6] | Best Actor in a Musical | Won |
| Laurence Olivier Awards[7] | Best Actor in a Musical | Nominated |
References
- ^ Matt Wolf (2017-11-27). "Everybody's Talking About Jamie Star John McCrea on Making a Splash in the West End, Broadway Dreams & More". Broadway.com. Retrieved 2021-05-30.
- ^ Dominic, Robert (May 22, 2021). "Out Actor John McCrea Poised to Make History in 'Cruella'". Instinct Magazine. Retrieved May 23, 2021.
- ^ Dani Di Placido (2021-05-24). "How Many Times Is Disney Going To Introduce Its 'First' Gay Character?". Forbes. Retrieved 2021-05-30.
- ^ Jamie Jirak (2021-05-28). "Cruella's John McCrea Recorded a Song for the Film". Comicbook.com. Retrieved 2021-05-30.
- ^ "2017 Results | Critics' Circle Theatre Awards". 2018-01-31. Retrieved 2020-12-06.
- ^ "Winners of the 18th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards announced: David Tennant and Olivia Colman win".
- ^ HAMILTON Breaks Olivier Nomination Record; Audra McDonald, Andrew Garfield, and More Nominated; Full List! broadwayworld.com
External links
- John McCrea at IMDb
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