Alex Boniello

Alex Boniello, born on October 5, 1990, in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey, cultivated his passion for performing early on, acting in high school productions and later majoring in drama at Wagner College. His professional career launched with the national touring company of “American Idiot” in 2013, where he performed in the ensemble and understudied lead roles. In 2014, he was part of the premiere cast of “21 Chump Street” and featured on its original cast album. Boniello’s early theatrical work showcased his talent across various productions, from Off-Broadway to national tours, establishing a foundation for his subsequent Broadway success.

Boniello gained significant recognition for his Broadway performances, notably as the Voice of Moritz in Deaf West’s revival of “Spring Awakening” (2015-2016), which earned him an Ovation Award. He then took on the pivotal role of Connor Murphy in Broadway’s “Dear Evan Hansen” from 2018 to 2020, performing in nearly 800 shows and receiving a Broadway.com Audience Choice Award nomination. Beyond acting, Boniello is also a Tony Award-winning producer, receiving the accolade in 2019 for “Hadestown.” His career progression demonstrates a commitment to both performance and production within the theatre industry.

Expanding his reach, Boniello has made appearances in various television shows and films, including a recurring role as Crash in CBS’s “Ghosts” (2023-2024), and roles in Netflix’s “Love & Gelato” (2022) and HBO’s “The Other Two” (2021). As a writer, his debut children’s book, “A Case of the Zaps,” was published in 2022 and recognized with Good Housekeeping’s 2022 Children’s Book of the Year award. He is also the co-creator and executive producer of the interactive murder mystery series “Foul Play.” Additionally, Boniello is a recording artist, having released his debut EP, “Hi,” in 2021, and contributing original music and arrangements to film soundtracks.