Cast & creatives
People behind the production
Call Me Old Fashioned: The Broadway Standard is the stage name of Tony Award–nominated performer Max von Essen, a celebrated Broadway actor known for his lush interpretations of the Great American Songbook and classic Broadway standards. With a career highlighted by a standout portrayal as Henri Baurel in An American in Paris, von Essen brings a refined, jazz-infused sensibility to each performance. His debut solo album, Call Me Old Fashioned: The Broadway Standard, released on LML Music on April 5, 2019, features 13 tracks that celebrate golden-age Broadway with sophisticated arrangements, guided in part by musical director Billy Stritch and guest cellist Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf. This page shines a light on his biography, discography highlights, and a 2025 tour schedule that brings his velvet voice to venues around the world. We’ve got you covered for tickets, schedules, and show details as you plan your next Broadway night out.