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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1951
Attendant to Cleopatra

Pirate

Sentry to Caesar

Soldier

Attendant to Cleopatra

Pirate

Sentry to Caesar

Soldier

[Broadway]
1951
Egyptian Guardsman

Ensemble

Official at Dinner

Porter

Egyptian Guardsman

Ensemble

Official at Dinner

Porter

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1996]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1987]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1981]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1974]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1973]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1970]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1968]
Director

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Direction of a Play

Clifford Williams, Breaking the Code


winner
Olivier Awards - 1977 - Director of the Year

Clifford WilliamsWild Oats

Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Direction of a Play

Clifford Williams , Sleuth

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Photos: Joffrey Concert Group Celebrates 45th Anniversary With IN MY ART
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026

Joffrey Concert Group presented IN MY ART, a program of new and commissioned choreography, February 20 and 21 at the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater. See photos of the event.
Joffrey Concert Group to Perform at Ailey Citigroup Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026

The Joffrey Concert Group will showcase a series of performances at the Ailey Citigroup Theater on February 20-21, featuring a blend of classical and contemporary ballet.
Joffrey Concert Group announces IN MY ART 2026 Programs
by Gillian Blum - Jan 18, 2026

The Joffrey Concert Group, under the artistic leadership of Bradley Shelver, will present its annual production, In My Art 2026, a vibrant showcase of contemporary ballet and modern dance, as well as premieres and company favorites.
Review: COMPLEXIONS CONTEMPORARY BALLET at The Joyce Theater-Exquisite
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 20, 2025

We attended the exhilarating opening night of the two-week annual engagement of Complexions Contemporary Ballet at The Joyce Theater.
ALAS POOR FRED/THE DISGUISES OF ARLECCHINO to be Presented at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2025

Scarborough-based theatre company Lost and Found Collective is presenting two rarely seen plays from the back catalogue of the Stephen Joseph Theatre in the year the theatre celebrates its 70th birthday. Learn more!
New Shows Set For 2025 And 2026 At Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025

Five new visiting shows have been revealed for upcoming Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre programming, including Alas Poor Fred/The disguises of Arlecchino, and more! 
VIDEO: #ABTCurriculum Announces Raising the Barre Weekend Workshop
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2020

The #ABTCurriculum has announced its upcoming Raising the Barre Weekend Workshop with Complexions Contemporary Ballet live online, October 17-18 in New York.
Fulton Theatre Opens SLEUTH This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2017

The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre is proud to present the classic stage mystery Sleuth, October 3 through October 29. Join us and get caught up in the game that is sure to have you asking yourself where does imagination end and the reality begin?
THE B SIDE - W Hollywood Partners with 42 Seven Productions to Reimagine SUNDAY SOUL REVUE
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2017

This Sunday, February 26th, Sunday Soul Revue evolves into THE B SIDE. W Hollywood, in association with 42 Seven Productions, is reimagining their long- running live music series, and on Oscar Sunday, what is more fitting than the songs of cinema?
WATCH LIVE! Broadway Takes the Stage to Support Hillary in STRONGER TOGETHER Fundraiser!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 18, 2016

Tonight, the biggest names from Broadway and Hollywood will take the stage for a Hillary Clinton fundraiser called STRONGER TOGETHER. The special evening at the theater - which will feature Julia Roberts, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jake Gyllenhaal, Hugh Jackman, Sarah Jessica Parker, Matthew Broderick, Emily Blunt, Neil Patrick Harris, Helen Mirren and many more - will include never-before-seen duets and collaborations to raise money for the Hillary Victory Fund.  (Additional details below.)
LIVESTREAM TONIGHT: Lin-Manuel Miranda and More to Support Hillary in STRONGER TOGETHER; See the Full Set List!
by Ashlee Latimer - Oct 17, 2016

Tonight, the biggest names from Broadway and Hollywood will take the stage for a Hillary Clinton fundraiser called STRONGER TOGETHER. The special evening at the theater - which will feature Julia Roberts, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jake Gyllenhaal, Hugh Jackman, Sarah Jessica Parker, Matthew Broderick, Emily Blunt, Neil Patrick Harris, Helen Mirren and many more - will include never-before-seen duets and collaborations to raise money for the Hillary Victory Fund.  (Additional details below.)
Josh Prince, Larry Keigwin, Lorin Latarro Kick Off Broadway Dance Lab Cycle 4 Today
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2016

Broadway Dance Lab (BDL), a choreography incubator supporting new works of dance-driven theatre, has announced that Larry Keigwin, Lorin Latarro, JoAnn M. Hunter, Rosie Herrera, Al Blackstone, and Denzel Taylor will join Artistic Director Josh Prince as choreographers for Cycle 4.
Tony Winner John Guare to Lead Discussion on Tennessee Williams at Playhouse Creatures Theatre Company
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2016

Playhouse Creatures Theatre Company will host a post-show discussion centered on the later work of Tennessee Williams following the March 5, 3pm performance of Tennessee Williams 1982. The participants include Tony-winning playwright John Guare, scholar and writer David Savran, scholar and current Tennessee Williams' editor Thomas Keith, and professor and writer Annette J. Saddik.
Photo Flash: 2015 Fire Island Dance Festival Breaks Records with Nearly $545K Raised
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2015

Fire Island Dance Festival returned for its 21st edition July 17-19, 2015, with some of the most talked-about world-class dance companies, raising a record-breaking $544,555 for Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The festival, performed outdoors on the picture-perfect shores of the Great South Bay in Fire Island Pines, included the world premieres of five works. Scroll down for photos from the performances!
10 Hairy Legs, Ailey II, Ballet Hispanico and More Set for 2015 Fire Island Dance Festival, 7/17-19
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2015

Fire Island Dance Festival has captivated audiences for 20 years with a kaleidoscopic mix of famed and fast-rising dancers from ballet to Broadway and everything in between. See dance differently with the Great South Bay as a breathtaking backdrop for some of the most talked-about dance companies and choreographers in the industry
Complexions Contemporary Ballet Celebrates 20th Anniversary at Joyce Theater, Now thru 11/30
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2014

Complexions Contemporary Ballet (Complexions) celebrates the company's 20th anniversary season with a run at The Joyce Theater from tonight, November 18, through the 30th.
Complexions Contemporary Ballet to Celebrate 20th Anniversary at Joyce Theater, 11/18-30
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 20, 2014

Complexions Contemporary Ballet (Complexions) celebrates the company's 20th anniversary season with a run at The Joyce Theater from November 18-30. On a program consisting of three premieres and a selection of repertory favorites, Artistic Directors Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson salute the company's inaugural 1994 performance with appearances featuring special guest artists, including Desmond Richardson and American Ballet Theatre's Misty Copeland.
59E59 Theaters Hosts US Premiere of THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK, Now thru 5/25
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2014

59E59 Theaters will welcome New Perspectives back to Brits Off Broadway with the US premiere of David Rudkin's THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK, directed by Jack McNamara. THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK begins performances tonight, May 1 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 25. Press opening is Wednesday, May 7 at 7 PM. The performance schedule is Tuesday - Thursday at 7 PM; Friday at 8 PM; Saturday at 2 PM & 8 PM; Sunday at 3 PM & 7 PM.
59E59 Theaters to Host US Premiere of THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK, 5/1-25
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 3, 2014

59E59 Theaters will welcome New Perspectives back to Brits Off Broadway with the US premiere of David Rudkin's THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK, directed by Jack McNamara. THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK begins performances on Thursday, May 1 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 25. Press opening is Wednesday, May 7 at 7 PM. The performance schedule is Tuesday - Thursday at 7 PM; Friday at 8 PM; Saturday at 2 PM & 8 PM; Sunday at 3 PM & 7 PM. Single tickets are $70 ($49 for 59E59 Members). To purchase tickets, call Ticket Central at (212) 279-4200 or go to www.59e59.org. For more information, visit www.britsoffbroadway.com.
Complexions Contemporary Ballet Returns to The Joyce Theater, Now thru 11/25
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2012

Complexions Contemporary Ballet returns to The Joyce Theater for its annual two-week engagement, today, November 13-25, 2012, featuring two world premieres and two New York premieres.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Clifford Williams been in?

Clifford Williams has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Clifford Williams been in?

Clifford Williams has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Clifford Williams been nominated for?

Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Breaking the Code, Director of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Wild Oats and Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Sleuth.

What awards has Clifford Williams won?

Clifford Williams won the Director of the Year award at the Olivier Awards for his work on Wild Oats.

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