Colman Domingo

Birth Place: Philadephia, PA, USA

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Colman Domingo BIO

A 2021 Film Independent Spirit, NAACP, SAG and Critics Choice Award nominee for his work in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Colman Domingo is a Tony, Olivier, Drama Desk, and Drama League Award nominated actor, director, writer and producer. Colman has recently received his Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from Ursinus College. He is a Juilliard School Creative Associate and on faculty of the Yale School of Drama.

He has starred in some of the most profound films in recent years such as Barry Jenkins' If Beale Street Could Talk, Steven Spielbergs' Lincoln, Lee Daniel's The Butler, Ava DuVernay's Selma and Nate Parker's Birth of a Nation. He stars in the upcoming films, Jordan Peele's Candyman and Janicza Bravo's Zola. He stars on AMC's Fear the Walking Dead for seven seasons and guest stars on HBO's Euphoria as Ali. He recurred on Steven Soderbergh's series The Knick. As a writer, his plays and musicals include Dot (Samuel French), Wild with Happy (Dramatist Play Service) and A Boy and His Soul (Oberon Books), the Tony Award nominated Broadway musical Summer: The Donna Summer Musical and Geffen Playhouse’s groundbreaking musical Light's Out: Nat King Cole. His plays have been produced by The Public Theater, Vineyard, La Jolla Playhouse, Humana Festival of New American Plays, New York Stage and Film, A.C.T, The Tricycle Theater in London, Brisbane Powerhouse in Australia, among others. He is the recipient of a Lucille Lortel, Obie, Audelco and GLAAD Award for his work.

His production company, Edith Productions, has a first look deal with AMC Studios for which he is developing television, film, theater and animation projects. He is currently writing a new musical for The Young Vic in London/ Concord Music and hosting Season 3 of his series, Bottomless Brunch at Colman's across AMC platforms.

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Colman Domingo STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Young Vic Production, 2014
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2012
Gil

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company, 2012
Zachariah

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Clerk

Attorney General

Guard Bones

Lawyer Bones

Sheriff Bones

Mr. Bones

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Lawyer Bones

Clerk

Attorney General

Guard Bones

Sheriff Bones

Mr. Bones

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Franklin

Mr. Venus

Joop

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Mr. Franklin / Joop / Mr. Venus

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Others (Understudy)

Jim (Understudy)

and others (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Ross/Steward/Mr. Angus/Bix

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Duke of Bourbon

Canterbury/ French King/ French Constable (Understudy)

Colman Domingo Productions

 
[US Tour, 2019]
Author

Writing

Playwright
Author

Colman Domingo Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical

Colman DomingoThe Scottsboro Boys

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Colman Domingo, The Scottsboro Boys

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Colman DomingoA Boy and His Soul


winner
Obie Awards - 2008 - Performance

Colman Domingo, Passing Strange

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Colman Domingo News


Vineyard Theatre Announces Spring Reading Series WORKS IN PROGRESS: FEARLESSLY MADE IN NEW YORK! 

Vineyard Theatre has announced its Spring Reading Series, featuring works in progress from New York's fearless creatives.

TRU Community Gathering To WRITE WHO YOU KNOW Features A Conversation With The Son Of Actress Eileen Heckart

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is now in its fourth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday, having offered to date nearly 200 conversations and unlimited camaraderie since April 17, 2020.

Lea Salonga & More to Join CTG: THE GALA 2024 at the Mark Taper Forum

Learn who is taking part in CTG: The Gala 2024, featuring Lea Salonga and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Kalamazoo Symphony Will Perform World Premiere Of New Work By Branford Marsalis

The conclusion of three-time GRAMMY award-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis' three-year residency with the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra will culminate in the world premiere of 'Kalamazoo Suite,' a work written by Marsalis and commissioned by the Symphony.

THE COLOR PURPLE, Colman Domingo, and More Take Home NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners!

The 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards were announced during a ceremony on Saturday, March 16th. See the full list of winners here!

The Public Theater to Present Gala Honoring HELL'S KITCHEN

The Public’s Annual Gala will take place on Wednesday, May 8 with a special performance of HELL’S KITCHEN on Broadway. Learn more about the gala!

Photos: Danielle Brooks, Vanessa Hudgens & More Hit the Oscars Red Carpet

Check out photos of Danielle Brooks, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Florence Pugh, Lupita Nyong'o, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, America Ferrera, Colman Domingo, Vanessa Hudgens, Emma Stone, Laverne Cox, and more on the red carpet at the Oscars.

Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Emma Stone & More Win Oscars - Full List of Winners!

The 96th Oscars are currently underway at the Dolby Theatre. Notable nominees include Danielle Brooks, Bradley Cooper, Maestro, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Emily Blunt, Emma Stone, and more. Find out who won as we share LIVE updates below and check back later for the full list of winners.

Video: Watch Colman Domingo in SING SING Trailer Following Theatre Group For Incarcerated Men

Divine G (Colman Domingo), imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn’t commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men, including a newcomer (Clarence Maclin), in this true story of resilience, humanity, and the power of art, starring a cast of formerly incarcerated actors. Watch the video trailer now!

People's Light Hosts Acclaimed Theatre Artists At Malvern Campus For Second New Works Residency Program, The Kiln

Malvern-based theatre company People's Light (39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355) announces the second year of its New Works Lab, The Kiln, an annual program where theatre artists are invited to gather, develop, and showcase works-in-progress.

Jennifer Aniston to Present Barbra Streisand With SAG Life Achievement Award; Full List of Presenters Announced

Jennifer Aniston will present Barbra Streisand with the 59th SAG Life Achievement Award. A Devil Wears Prada reunion is also in the works with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt presenting together. Check out the full list, also including Idris Elba, Billie Eilish, Colman Domingo, Glen Powell and more.

RUSSIAN TROLL FARM Extended At Vineyard Theatre

Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy by Obie Award winner Sarah Gancher, will now play until March 3, 2024, at Vineyard Theatre (108 E. 15th Street).

Photo: First Look at Michael Jackson Biopic Starring His Nephew, Jaafar Jackson

Get a first look at Michael Jackson's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, playing his late uncle in the much-anticipated film “Michael.” The photo features Jackson in performance as Michael Jackson, bringing to life the “Man in the Mirror” from the legendary 1992-1993 Dangerous Tour. The film also features Colman Domingo, Miles Teller, and Nia Long.

THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Sets Max Streaming Premiere Date

Warner Bros. Pictures’ THE COLOR PURPLE movie musical will make its streaming debut on Max next week. Produced by Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Scott Sanders, and Quincy Jones, the film is a bold new take on the classic story of love and resilience, adapted from the beloved novel and the Broadway musical.

EL COLOR PÚRPURA llega a los cines este viernes

Este viernes 9 de febrero llega a cines de toda España EL COLOR PÚRPURA, película dirigida por Sam Blitz Bazawe y producida por Oprah Winfrey que adapta el musical de Broadway basado en la novela de Alice Walker.

Photos: Colman Domingo, Trace Lysette, and More Honored at Human Rights Campaign's 2024 Greater New York Dinner

Last night, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization, brought together more than 1,000 LGBTQ+ advocates and supporters from across the country for its annual Greater New York Dinner. Check out photos from the event below!

Deon Cole Comes To Newark At NJPAC, April 7

Get Ready! New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes America's funniest comedian, Deon Cole on Saturday, April 13th at 8:00 PM.

Colman Domingo Appointed to the Gotham Film & Media Institute's Board of Directors

Colman Domingo will join Gotham's Board of Directors. As the newest member, the star of “Rustin” and “The Color Purple” will work with The Gotham on their mission to celebrate and nurture independent film and media creators by providing career-building resources, access to industry influencers, and pathways to wider recognition.

Colman Domingo to Direct & Star in Nat King Cole Musical Biopic

Colman Domingo will direct and star in an upcoming Nat King Cole biopic. Domingo also co-wrote the screenplay for the upcoming movie musical. The film follows a play about Cole that Domingo co-wrote, Lights Out: Nat ‘King’ Cole, which premiered at the Geffen Playhouse in 2019.

THE COLOR PURPLE is Now in UK Cinemas; Soundtrack Also Available Now!

The highly-anticipated motion picture The Color Purple has been released today in UK cinemas. A film about empowerment, the film's accompanying soundtrack, ‘The Color Purple (Music From and Inspired By)', is also available now.

Colman Domingo FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Colman Domingo been in?

Colman Domingo has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Colman Domingo been in?

Colman Domingo has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Colman Domingo's first West End show?

Colman Domingo's first West End show was The Scottsboro Boys which opened in 2014

What awards has Colman Domingo been nominated for?

Colman Domingo has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout his career. These nominations include Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for his role in The Scottsboro Boys, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Scottsboro Boys, Outstanding Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for A Boy and His Soul, and a Performance nomination at the Obie Awards for Passing Strange.

What awards has Colman Domingo won?

Performance (Obie Awards) for Passing Strange.

How many shows has Colman Domingo written?

Colman Domingo has written 3 shows including Wild With Happy (Playwright), Dot (Author), Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (Bookwriter).

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