Nicholas Barasch
Nicholas Barasch is an actor and performer best known for his award-nominated performance in She Loves Me and for playing Orpheus in the North American tour of Hadestown. He is also known for providing the singing voice of Austin in Season 4 of The Backyardigans.
Early life
[edit | edit source]Barasch is from South Salem, NY.[1]
Career
[edit | edit source]In 2009, at age 10, Barasch made his Broadway debut in West Side Story playing Kiddo.[1] His performance of "Somewhere" is featured on the cast album.[2]
Barasch originated the roles of Deputy/Master Nick Cricker in The Mystery of Edwin Drood in 2012, performing opposite Stephanie J. Block and Chita Rivera.[1]
In 2016, Barasch earned Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award nominations for his portrayal of Arpad Laszlo in She Loves Me.[3][4] He is featured in the proshot of the musical featured on PBS' Great Performances.[5] The production started previews on February 19, 2016, and officially opened on March 17, 2016.
In August 2021, Barasch was cast as Orpheus in the North American tour of Hadestown.[6] He left the tour in June 2022.[7]
Barasch starred in the world premiere of The Butcher Boy in 2022.[8]
From April 2025 to July 2025, he starred as Frederic in the Broadway revival of Pirates! The Penzance Musical.[9]
Barasch's television work includes appearances on CBS’ Bull and HBO's How To Make It In America, as well as a recurring role on the CW series Riverdale as Julian Blossom.[10][11] He was also a series regular on Nickelodeon's The Backyardigans.[11]
Personal life
[edit | edit source]Barasch is gay.[12]
References
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External links
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