What shows has J. C. Nugent appeared in?

J. C. Nugent has appeared in By Request, Dream Child, Dumb-bell, Fast Service, Kempy, Nightstick, Take My Advice, That Old Devil, The Bough Breaks, The New Poor, The Rising Son, The Trouper.

What roles has J. C. Nugent played?

J. C. Nugent has played roles as Director, Performer, Writer.

Can I see J. C. Nugent at Sing with the Stars?

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J. C. Nugent

The Bough Breaks By Request Dream Child Dumb-bell Fast Service Kempy Nightstick The New Poor The Rising Son Take My Advice That Old Devil The Trouper

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J. C. Nugent is a Broadway performer known for The Bough Breaks, By Request, Dream Child, Dumb-bell, Fast Service, Kempy, Nightstick, The New Poor, The Rising Son, Take My Advice, That Old Devil, and The Trouper. Explore their Broadway credits, shows, and songs below.

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About

John Charles Nugent was born on April 6, 1868, in Niles, Ohio, and attended Reeves University. He went on to become an American actor, director, and screenwriter whose career spanned stage, screen, and vaudeville. By 1900 he was active in vaudeville, and he remained a working stage professional for decades thereafter.

Nugent made his Broadway debut in 1922 with the comedy Kempy, a play he wrote himself. His Broadway career continued through 1946 and encompassed a range of productions, including By Request, Dream Child, Dumb-bell, The Bough Breaks, and Fast Service, among others. In addition to performing, he directed and wrote plays throughout this period, occasionally taking acting roles in productions he had also authored.

Between 1929 and 1943, Nugent appeared in 20 films, extending his professional reach beyond the stage into motion pictures.

In his personal life, Nugent was the father of actor, writer, and producer Elliott Nugent, with whom he collaborated on writing and acting projects, and actress Ruth Elizabeth Nugent. He was also the father-in-law of actor Alan Bunce, known for his role in Ethel and Albert.

Nugent died in New York City on April 21, 1947.

Personal Details

Born: April 6, 1868
Hometown: Niles, Ohio, USA
Died: April 21, 1947

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is J. C. Nugent?: J. C. Nugent is a Broadway performer known for The Bough Breaks, By Request, Dream Child, Dumb-bell, Fast Service, Kempy, Nightstick, The New Poor, The Rising Son, Take My Advice, That Old Devil, and The Trouper. John Charles Nugent was born on April 6, 1868, in Niles, Ohio, and attended Reeves University. He went on to become an American actor, director, and screenwriter whose career spanned stage, screen, and vaudeville. By 1900 he was active in vaudeville, and he remained a working stage professional for d...
What shows has J. C. Nugent appeared in?: J. C. Nugent has appeared in The Bough Breaks, By Request, Dream Child, Dumb-bell, Fast Service, Kempy, Nightstick, The New Poor, The Rising Son, Take My Advice, That Old Devil, and The Trouper.
What roles has J. C. Nugent played?: J. C. Nugent has played roles as Director, Performer, Writer.
Can I see J. C. Nugent at Sing with the Stars?: Sing with the Stars hosts invite only karaoke nights with real Broadway performers in NYC. Request an invite and let us know you'd love to sing with J. C. Nugent. The more people who request someone, the more likely we are to make it happen.