Frank Vlastnik (born May 30, 1969) is an American author and actor known for his roles in several

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productions.

Early life and education

Vlastnik was born in Peru, Illinois. He graduated from

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in 1987.

Career

Vlastnik is best known as an original cast member in the short-lived musicals ''

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'', ''

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'', and ''

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'' on

, and Off-Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's musical '' Saturday Night''. His big break came when he was cast as the original understudy for the leading role in ''Big''. He later starred on and off-Broadway in ''A Year with Frog and Toad'' in which he played the 'Snail with the Mail', and was featured on the cast album. He also guest-starred on episodes of '' Law & Order'', ''

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'', '' Boardwalk Empire'', '' Person of Interest'', and ''

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''. He is the co-author of the books ''Broadway Musicals'' and ''Sitcoms'', both published by

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. In 2021, Vlastnik co-authored ''The Art of Bob Mackie'', about the life and career of

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Filmography

Film

Television

References

External links

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Broadways Musicals on Amazon
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