Brooks Ashmanskas is no stranger to Broadway, with SMASH being his 16th show. He's one of Broadway's most recognizable funny faces and is now a three-time Tony nominee! Ashmanskas received a 2025 Tony Award nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for his performance in SMASH. This production is a hilarious behind-the-scenes rollercoaster ride about the making of a Marilyn Monroe musical called Bombshell, it’s got all the iconic songs, kick-ass choreography, and backstage pandemonium that make Broadway the beloved institution it is today. Check out Ashmanskas as "Nigel" in the video above, then book your tickets today to see him in SMASH on Broadway!