James Barbour as The Phantom
James Barbour – Press, Reviews & Media Coverage
James Barbour® is an award-winning Broadway performer, speaker, and creative mentor whose career spans over four decades.
From acclaimed stage roles to leadership in personal transformation, his work has been featured in major press outlets and reviewed by respected theater critics worldwide.
Below is a curated selection of reviews, awards, media highlights, and appearances.
⭐ Featured Press Quotes
Los Angeles Times – Les Miserables
“Tall and imposing, Barbour is simply transcendent. In fact, he’s so good, it’s difficult to imagine that the rest of the cast will be able to measure up.”
James Barbour as ‘Jean Valjean’
The Hollywood Reporter
“James Barbour delivers a bravura star-making turn, infusing his Carton with a sleepy, sardonic charm that clearly will win over audiences.”
The Wall Street Journal
“James Barbour is magnetic.”
James Barbour in ‘A Tale of Two Cities’
BroadwayWorld
“The booming Barbour baritone that musical theater fans have experienced in dramatically grand roles… was thrilling to hear on selections like ‘Do You Hear What I Hear?’ and other numbers addressing both the religious and secular sides of the holiday.”
James Barbour and Debbie Gibson bringing holiday cheer
CurtainUp Review – Jane Eyre
“James Barbour is a handsome, Byronic Edward Rochester who more than matches Schaffel’s acting and singing skills. In fact, as good as she is, the show is most compelling when Barbour is on stage.”
James Barbour and Marla Schaffel in ‘Jane Eyre’
💿 Amazon Review – Album: Bring Me Giants
“This album is an amazing example of James Barbour’s vocal abilities. The power and control he has over his instrument is seldom matched.”
James Barbour – Bring Me Giants
🏆 Awards & Nominations
- Drama Desk Award Nomination – Best Actor in a Musical
- Outer Critics Circle Nomination – Outstanding Actor
- Drama League Nomination – Distinguished Performance
- LA Ovation Award – Best Lead Actor in a Musical
- Sarasota Magazine – Best Actor in a Musical
Notably nominated for his portrayal of Sydney Carton in A Tale of Two Cities on Broadway.
🎤 Media Appearances & Interviews
- Speaker/Featured Entertainment for Aspire, 10X GrowthCon, Investment Fund Secrets and Funnel Hacking Live
- Host of the Star Power Podcast — Listen here
James Barbour and Andrew Llyod Weber at a press event.
📩 Media Contact
For press inquiries, interviews, or speaker bookings:
Email: support@jamesbarbour.com
Media kit and headshots available upon request.