Jonathan Groff

Jonathan Groff, an acclaimed American actor and singer, first gained attention for his portrayal of Melchior Gabor in the original production of "Spring Awakening," a role that earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Leading Actor in a Musical. He continued to make waves in the theatre world with his performance as King George III in the original production of "Hamilton," for which he was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. His exceptional talent was solidified when he won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his role in "Merrily We Roll Along".

Groff's talents also extend to the small and big screens. He made his film debut in "Taking Woodstock" and lent his voice to the characters of Kristoff and Sven in Disney's "Frozen" franchise. His performance in the Disney+ live stage recording of "Hamilton" earned him a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Anthology Series or Movie. His versatility as an actor is evident in his roles in the HBO series "Looking", and the Netflix series "Mindhunter". He also starred in the fourth installment of the Matrix franchise, "The Matrix Resurrections".

Groff has executive produced the HBO documentary film "Spring Awakening: Those You've Known". He has also shown a commitment to theatre off the Broadway stage, as evidenced by his performances in the off-Broadway production of "Prayer for My Enemy" and "The Singing Forest", both of which earned him an Obie Award. His role as Dionysus in the play "The Bacchae" and his appearance in the London revival of Deathtrap further attests to his prowess as a versatile actor. Jonathan Groff's career, marked by his significant contributions to the worlds of theatre, television, and film, makes him an engaging speaker with a wealth of experience to share.