Alexander Michael Brightman (born February 5, 1987) is an American actor and writer best known for his work in musical theatre.
In 2015, Brightman originated the role of Dewey Finn in the musical adaptation of School of Rock, earning him a… Alexander Michael Brightman (born February 5, 1987) is an American actor and writer best known for his work in musical theatre.
In 2015, Brightman originated the role of Dewey Finn in the musical adaptation of School of Rock, earning him a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical in 2016. In 2019, he originated the role of the titular character in Beetlejuice The Musical, earning him another Tony nomination.
Since 2020, he has voiced Robo Fizz and Fizzarolli in the adult animated musical series Helluva Boss, and since 2024, he has voiced Sir Pentious and Adam in Hazbin Hotel.
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