Roger Bart American actor Date of Birth: 29.09.1962 Country: USA

1. Biography of Roger Bart
2. Theater Career
3. Television and Voice Acting
4. Film Career
5. "Desperate Housewives" and Recent Work

Biography of Roger Bart

Roger Bart is an American actor known for his work in both theater and film. Born in New Jersey, he graduated from Rutgers University in 1985 with a degree in Fine Arts. After completing his studies, Bart focused on his stage career.

Theater Career

Bart's theater career gained recognition when he won the Tony and Drama Desk awards for "Best Actor" for his role as Snoopy in the play "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" in 1999. He also appeared in other notable productions such as "Triumph of Love," "King David," and "Frogs," where he acted alongside Nathan Lane.

Television and Voice Acting

In addition to his work on stage, Bart also ventured into television. He appeared in popular series like "Law & Order" and its spin-off "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." He also had a role in the short-lived CBS project "Bram and Alice." Bart's voice talents were showcased in Disney's projects, including voicing Scamp in "Lady & the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure" and the lead character in the theater production of Disney's "Hercules."

Film Career

Bart made his mark in the film industry with his performance in the movie "The Insider" in 1999. However, he became widely known for his theater career. His breakthrough role came in the immensely popular musical "The Producers," where he portrayed Carmen Ghia. This role earned him Tony and Drama Desk nominations. Bart reprised his role in the 2005 film adaptation alongside Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick. He also gained attention for his portrayal of a gay housekeeper in the film "Stepford Wives" in 2004, which was based on his character in "The Producers."

"Desperate Housewives" and Recent Work

Bart's true fame came with his role as a peculiar pharmacist obsessed with Bree Van de Kamp in the television series "Desperate Housewives." This role transformed him from a theater star to a recognizable figure among a wider audience. After his success on television, Bart joined Jeff Garlin's team, working on independent comedies such as "I Want Someone to Eat Cheese With" and "Doubting Thomas." Since then, he has focused on his film career.

Some of Bart's recent film credits include "Law-abiding Citizen" in 2009. He continues to pursue his passion for acting in both theater and film.