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  • Career Q&A with Jonathan Groff. Moderated by Richard Ridge, Broadway World.
    Equally versatile on stage and screen, Jonathan Groff can currently be seen as King George in The Public Theater’s acclaimed world premiere musical production of Hamilton, with book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda. In June, Groff will star in the Encores! Off-Center production of William Finn’s A New Brain at New York City Center. Jonathan Groff can also currently be seen as Patrick in the second season of the hit HBO television series, “Looking.” Created by Michael Lannan and directed and executive produced by Andrew Haigh, “Looking” follows the lives of three gay friends as they navigate life in modern-day San Francisco.
    Jonathan recently appeared opposite Bradley Cooper in Clint Eastwood’s critically-acclaimed film, American Sniper. He also starred in the HBO telefilm, The Normal Heart, directed by Ryan Murphy and also starring Mark Ruffalo, Matt Bomer, and Julia Roberts, among others. Adapted from the award-winning play by Larry Kramer, the film chronicles a gay activist who attempts to raise HIV/AIDS awareness during the early 1980s. Groff also lent his voice to the character of Kristoff, the rugged mountain man, in Walt Disney Pictures’ Academy Award-winning animated comedy-adventure, Frozen. Directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, and also featuring the vocal talents of Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel, the film was released in November 2013 and it has since become the highest grossing animated film in history.
    Other film credits: C.O.G. (2013 Sundance Film Festival), Ang Lee’s Taking Woodstock, Robert Redford's The Conspirator, and the independent drama, Twelve-Thirty.
    On the small screen, Jonathan gained notoriety for his role as Jesse St. James in Fox’s hit musical comedy series, “Glee.” Groff then joined the cast of the critically-acclaimed Starz political drama series, “Boss” for its second season. Among Groff’s other television credits include a guest-starring role on the lauded CBS legal drama, “The Good Wife.”
    Theater credits: Melchior Gabor in the Tony Award-winning musical, Spring Awakening (Theatre World Award, in addition to Tony, Drama Desk, and Drama League Award nominations), famed role of Claude in The Public Theater’s heralded revival of Hair, which ran as part of The Public Theater’s “Shakespeare in the Park” series at the Delacorte Theatre. He was the recipient of an Obie Award for Outstanding Performance - Prayer for My Enemy, directed by Bartlett Sher, at Playrwights Horizons, and The Singing Forest, co-starring Olympia Dukakis, at the Public Theatre. West End debut in the heralded revival of Ira Levin's Deathtrap.
    Most recently, Jonathan joined Alfred Molina in the Donmar Warehouse production of the Tony Award-winning Best Play, Red at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles.

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  • @natalielatta6552
    @natalielatta6552 8 років тому +320

    His voice is so soothing. Can someone make the 10 hour loop of this?

  • @lisakazmier9361
    @lisakazmier9361 9 років тому +156

    He is so smart and handsome and so in love with his career which makes him so appealing to all of us. His speaking voice is so smooth and his singing voice is so beautiful...such a talent!!

  • @estherkaplan1263
    @estherkaplan1263 8 років тому +300

    i think jonathan groff might be one of the most down to earth people in the world of hollywood/broadway

    • @cj-wy2zz
      @cj-wy2zz 4 роки тому +3

      Esther Kaplan and christian borle

    • @birdshell
      @birdshell 4 роки тому +4

      I agree! Unless he is the most talented actor at being a kid who fell into the absolutely best dream life. I hope he is genuinely a real and actualized person.

    • @firestarhk3875
      @firestarhk3875 2 роки тому +2

      @@birdshell I’ve read both about fans who have met him and people who know him/his family personally that he’s as nice as he seems

    • @matthewlamb5380
      @matthewlamb5380 2 роки тому +3

      We grew up together and it’s absolutely true. He’s the same great guy he was in our high school days. 👍🏼😊

    • @JnTmarie
      @JnTmarie 2 роки тому +1

      His talent seems to comes from great ability and hard work that he makes fun. He seems to have gotten parts at an early age. Living in the moment an example of being present and contributing. So many people are worried about what they will get. He is always acknowledging everyone else graciously and confidently knowing his abilities. Everyone wants to be around him.
      The lesson he learned was to put a bubble around you no matter what the critiques say and do the work
      Doing the same show and popular opinion changes the energy.

  • @theresabollman8061
    @theresabollman8061 3 роки тому +21

    I'm still sick over "looking" being cancelled after season 2...it was so good!

  • @bravenewhollywood
    @bravenewhollywood 8 років тому +143

    Brilliant actor. Looks and sounds like he is having fun when one interviews him. We need more of this type. Great Q&A.

  • @alexbohan1581
    @alexbohan1581 9 років тому +59

    I saw him in Deathtrap and met him at the stage door. It was the first time I genuinely wanted to meet someone after the show. I hope I wasn't cold (?) I was just shy to ask for a picture and conversation. I felt like I was bothering him, I wasn't sure what stage door etiquette was! But he came over to me and asked if I was alright. So kind. Really lovely man. Loved this interview.

  • @andrealuck38
    @andrealuck38 3 роки тому +13

    I'm so late to Jonathan Groff fan club. He's amazing.

    • @bananafish58
      @bananafish58 3 роки тому

      I am too...He also was the lead on HBO's Mindhunter, in which he plays an FBI agent. He is so good, that I very often forget it was Jonathan! Also, there's a wonderful clip on UA-cam of him performing "Anything Goes." Enjoy!

  • @breningirl
    @breningirl 9 років тому +94

    God, I'm hanging on his every word. He's such a darling.
    Love what he said about McAvoy because he's an absolute favourite of mine too. Also I feel less bad about giving him that death grip hug last week in London - we aren't cold, truly we aren't.

  • @MM-cp4fu
    @MM-cp4fu 3 роки тому +32

    Omg i’m so late to the Groffsauce craze but, he is SO AMAZING! And I love his voice (of COURSE)

  • @SamanthaJackson
    @SamanthaJackson 9 років тому +108

    I love the interviewer laugh.
    Anyway.....Dear Jonathan, I'm sure MacAvoy is a really nice guy and all, but, I mean, have you ever met yourself?!? YOU are the nicest guy in the freakin world!!
    Groff is one of my favourite people in the world, such a talent!!

  • @jeffwatkins352
    @jeffwatkins352 2 місяці тому +1

    Groff has done so much work! I'm embarrassed that I had no perception of him until the Merrily revival. Such a good-hearted man and so fearsomely talented.

  • @bnewman444
    @bnewman444 8 років тому +59

    Could have listened for another 2 hours! Such an ease and comfort.

  • @BenSchoeman595
    @BenSchoeman595 8 років тому +68

    A wonderful and gifted artist, so enthusiastic and well-spoken. I am a massive fan!

  • @Twtybird1
    @Twtybird1 4 роки тому +18

    I like an interview where my rose-colored glasses get snatched off. Cute, adorable, aww Jonathan is a-MAZ-ing, la dee da.... then 37:50 and beyond. I have a new level of respect for him and his evolution as an actor and a person.

  • @juttaduncan33
    @juttaduncan33 4 роки тому +27

    How can I say no to an almost 2-hour interview with Jonathan Groff.... :D

  • @JordanjamesX
    @JordanjamesX 8 років тому +38

    Jonathan is amazing he seems like a lovely young man.

  • @patriciabajcer8930
    @patriciabajcer8930 4 роки тому +23

    NOw. . .thanks to the Pandemic. . .much of America has met King George (or JG’s portrayal of him)on Hamilton on cable. . .and many more have then clicked on his many other UA-cam appearances and know what a sweet smart guy he is. . .in my 70’s but I stan Jonathon Groff in every performance of his that I’ve been able to catch.

  • @Nitoyc
    @Nitoyc 8 років тому +21

    Amazing beautiful man- inside and out!
    Talented to the max. He sounds like a down to earth friend who can sleep in the barn and still be cool!

  • @denisemagini7489
    @denisemagini7489 9 років тому +47

    God. I love him. Loved him in How to succeed last week. I went from Italy just to see him. He has the most beautiful voice. I hope he continues to work on broadway. He is a great actor as well but when he's singing he is really in his element.

    • @SamanthaJackson
      @SamanthaJackson 9 років тому +8

      Good for you! I went to see him from Italy as well in 2010 when he starred in Deathtrap. He is one of the most talented artists around. And such a nice guy. Love The Groff!

  • @lizcaplan3410
    @lizcaplan3410 11 місяців тому +2

    What a nice person. I hope you get that message someday, Jonathan.

  • @firestarhk3875
    @firestarhk3875 2 роки тому +7

    I love how when Richard would mention another one of his films/shows Jonathan was just like, “oh yay.”
    Adorable 😂

  • @linajurgensen4698
    @linajurgensen4698 2 роки тому +4

    51:08 imagine getting an invitation like that from Jonathan Groff… my heart❤️🥺.

  • @amylu05
    @amylu05 3 роки тому +5

    I love how he's just sitting on his left hand the entire time

  • @lilycarolinesings
    @lilycarolinesings 4 роки тому +9

    “I don’t want to spoil anything” ...it’s history

  • @sbivens921
    @sbivens921 9 років тому +25

    I love love love Jonathan! Such a talent! So happy he's had such success!

  • @blake3844
    @blake3844 5 років тому +12

    unbelievable talent, down to earth and one of the best "people pleasers" on the planet

  • @KryptoniteStuff
    @KryptoniteStuff 8 років тому +26

    What a great interviewer and a great Jonathan Groff :)

  • @Rueparkermusic
    @Rueparkermusic 3 роки тому +9

    his voice makes me so chilled out

    • @showbizstories3586
      @showbizstories3586 3 роки тому

      A hilarious video is when Jonathan forgets the words while singing in the musical Spring Awakening. Showbiz Stories channel. So funny!

  • @look4keith
    @look4keith 4 роки тому +23

    Moment 33:40, that genuine laugh. So cute.

  • @klaudiasob7325
    @klaudiasob7325 3 роки тому +19

    I love him. His vois is so calm and warm. I will listen him to sleep. God

    • @showbizstories3586
      @showbizstories3586 3 роки тому +1

      A hilarious video is when Jonathan forgets the words while singing in the musical Spring Awakening. Showbiz Stories channel. So funny!

  • @Troubledyellowclocks
    @Troubledyellowclocks 8 років тому +20

    I watched the clip of listen to your heart and you can totally see them laughing!! Haha! this was a great interview!!

  • @1207Benny
    @1207Benny 4 роки тому +4

    My heart , every time he talks about Lancaster 🧡 I lived there 4 years, loved everything about it! Missing it!

  • @elle6772
    @elle6772 3 роки тому +4

    I can focus on 1 hour and 45 minutes of Jonathan Groff talking but not 2 hours of a marvel movie

  • @marcialopez229
    @marcialopez229 3 роки тому +5

    This has been so incredibly helpful. Thank you Jonathan, for being so candid and open about your craft, and thank you to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation for asking relevant questions.

  • @clarification23
    @clarification23 8 років тому +10

    What a great interview! Amazing interviewer, and such a talented actor!

  • @janresendez7991
    @janresendez7991 6 років тому +19

    I see Groffsauce I click 😍😍

  • @catherinedunne8397
    @catherinedunne8397 Місяць тому +1

    Who’s here in June 2024 after Jonathan won his first Tony?! 🎉

  • @Ems_grace
    @Ems_grace 3 роки тому +5

    I love him and lea 😭😭

  • @voidmoon.
    @voidmoon. 2 роки тому

    Much love Jonathan! Thank you so much for everything.. 💓💓💓

  • @dd-ry6tp
    @dd-ry6tp 4 роки тому +10

    The Lea part was so funny 🤣

  • @luvsaengie2328
    @luvsaengie2328 9 років тому +6

    Hope i can hv one chance to meet him one day...When he told about his experience about being closeted...i'm just thankful he was out and being free to be who he was...cause nothing can replaced the freedom to be who we are...but also its depend on the circumstance i think, sometimes u just can be out without giving any consideration that might effect ur relationship to those u're close to...

  • @carolsantos110
    @carolsantos110 4 роки тому +7

    I think this chair so uncomfortable for to get a long time, but the interview so awesome 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @Leonicles
    @Leonicles 4 роки тому +6

    "Do you think you might go to Broadway someday?"
    AhahahahahHahah!
    Yes, young Groff, you certainly will.
    -voice from 2020

  • @MariR-zm8wr
    @MariR-zm8wr 7 місяців тому

    One of the most underrated beauties in Hollywood. So handsome!

  • @thestorycellertor
    @thestorycellertor 4 роки тому +14

    I'm trying to do a school project about him, and I legit can't focus on what I'm supposed to be focusing on.

    • @frostqgel3989
      @frostqgel3989 3 роки тому +1

      I Had to do one about Alexander Hamilton but i am Not allowed to use the musical

  • @travisgrant5608
    @travisgrant5608 5 років тому +15

    Jonathan is the type of person that I would really like as my neighbor and my really good friend. I love this guy. To everyone and anyone who is a friend of his all I can think of to say to you is ... how lucky can you get. "😉"

    • @mikayocc
      @mikayocc 5 років тому +1

      Seriously, he's a gem of a person!

  • @maria7694
    @maria7694 4 роки тому +6

    He's so funny and bubbly

  • @Bonnie.Craft.
    @Bonnie.Craft. 3 роки тому +2

    LEGEND

  • @DYags19
    @DYags19 3 роки тому +3

    Holy crap - King George is Holden Ford?!

  • @icantplaythepiano6396
    @icantplaythepiano6396 4 роки тому +7

    the dislikes are all from hamilton and washington and their friends

  • @jeanpierrehilliard4022
    @jeanpierrehilliard4022 9 років тому +18

    very beautiful man

  • @LosWeekenderos
    @LosWeekenderos 9 років тому +14

    I really miss glee...♥

  • @DA-vw1hu
    @DA-vw1hu 4 роки тому +9

    Also the free complete musical podcast 36 Questions! Look it up

  • @maria7694
    @maria7694 4 роки тому +6

    33:50 it made the scenes better

  • @carlang4793
    @carlang4793 4 роки тому +7

    jonathan speaks at 3:04

  • @bryoona
    @bryoona 4 роки тому +4

    STAR

  • @lillifranziska2182
    @lillifranziska2182 8 років тому +5

    can someone please tell me, what does the interviewer ask at 1:26:32? "It never seems to be...?"

    • @paulybarr
      @paulybarr 7 років тому +10

      'It never seems to be gratuitous". Gratuitous means ' for its own sake', so in this context the interviewer is suggesting that Groff's nudity onstage seemed justified in the context of the play.

  • @vincentjoyce5100
    @vincentjoyce5100 Рік тому +2

    Oh to be that cortisone shot.

  • @patriciaalves2876
    @patriciaalves2876 3 роки тому +3

    can anybody tell me when is the part that he talks abt listen to your heart?

    • @elle6772
      @elle6772 3 роки тому +3

      Around 32:15

  • @theresabollman8061
    @theresabollman8061 3 роки тому +1

    I love this guy...ok I know, but I love him anyway.He doesn't have to love me back.

  • @OdetteML
    @OdetteML 4 роки тому +2

    Hamilton filmed brought me here but anyone noticed his thumbs when he bends them?

  • @lauramcdaniel2167
    @lauramcdaniel2167 3 роки тому

    Love this interview! Does anyone know the interviewer’s name?

  • @ComedyGlor
    @ComedyGlor 3 роки тому +2

    I came here for mindhunter. Does he talk about it at any point?

    • @elle6772
      @elle6772 3 роки тому +5

      I think this was before mindhunter came out

  • @danielvazquez2141
    @danielvazquez2141 4 роки тому +1

    1:05:31 book mark

  • @alexvalparaiso
    @alexvalparaiso Рік тому +1

    pongan subtitulos porfavor

  • @alexandra-nd6kc
    @alexandra-nd6kc 3 роки тому +1

    1:04:41 well said omg

  • @averyyjl
    @averyyjl 3 роки тому +1

    💅

  • @Nepidemicofmannequins
    @Nepidemicofmannequins Рік тому +1

    😎

  • @DerekReuter
    @DerekReuter 2 роки тому

    If our paths cross, I hope you're ready for two more Matrix movies opposite Trinity and Neo!

  • @darren340
    @darren340 4 роки тому

    Introduction to long bring on Jonathan. Tmi

  • @linajurgensen4698
    @linajurgensen4698 2 роки тому

    1:20:26

  • @mollylovesmads
    @mollylovesmads 4 роки тому

    5:47
    𝙂𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙡𝙞𝙣 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙩

  • @LindaLinda80Linda
    @LindaLinda80Linda 4 роки тому +1

    aq