Frederick Strother

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Frederick Strother is an American actor with a diverse career in theater, film, and television. He has appeared on Broadway in several productions, showcasing his versatility and range as an actor.
Strother's Broadway debut was in the 1987 production of "Fences," written by August Wilson. He played the role of Bono, a close friend of the main character, Troy Maxson. The play won numerous awards, including the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Strother's performance was praised for its authenticity and emotional depth.
In 1991, Strother appeared in the Broadway production of "Two Trains Running," another play by August Wilson. He played the role of Holloway, a wise and philosophical regular at a diner in Pittsburgh. The play was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play and won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Play.
Strother's other Broadway credits include "The Piano Lesson" (1990), "The Tempest" (1995), and "Master Harold...and the Boys" (2003). In each production, he brought a unique perspective and energy to his roles, earning critical acclaim for his performances.
In addition to his work on Broadway, Strother has appeared in numerous other stage productions. He has worked with some of the most respected theater companies in the country, including the Goodman Theatre, the Steppenwolf Theatre Company, and the Arena Stage.
Strother's film and television career has been just as impressive. He has appeared in several popular movies, including "The Fugitive" (1993), "The Devil's Advocate" (1997), and "Runaway Jury" (2003). He has also appeared in numerous television shows, including "Law & Order," "The Wire," and "House of Cards."
Strother's most recent work includes the 2018 film "The Hate U Give," directed by George Tillman Jr. The film tells the story of a young girl who witnesses the fatal shooting of her friend by a police officer.

Frederick Strother STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2011
Max Deems

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Revival, 2011
Max Deems


Frederick Strother Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play

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Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play

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BWW Review: Mosaic Theater Brings Back Thought-Provoking HOODED, OR BEING BLACK FOR DUMMIES

If, like me, you missed Mosaic Theater Company's HOODED, OR BEING BLACK FOR DUMMIES last season, here's your second chance: a remount, featuring almost all of the original cast, has arrived by popular demand. As timely as ever, it uses elements of realism, surrealism, and Greek mythology to convey what it's like to be a young black man in America at this very moment. I've called plays from Mosaic "essential viewing" before, and that description certainly applies here.

BWW Review: Ford's Theatre's Gripping and Raw DEATH OF A SALESMAN

Ford's Theatre's must-see production is raw and gripping in its emotional intensity. Led by Craig Wallace's powerhouse performance as Willy Loman, Miller's Pulitzer Prize winning play is as relevant now, maybe more so, in its questioning of the American dream as it was when it first opened.

Cast, Creatives Complete for DEATH OF A SALESMAN at Ford's Theatre

Ford's Theatre Society announced full casting and the design team for Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman," directed by Stephen Rayne.

Cast, Creatives Complete for DEATH OF A SALESMAN at Ford's Theatre

Ford's Theatre Society announced full casting and the design team for Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman," directed by Stephen Rayne.

BWW Review: Mosaic Theatre's HOODED, OR BEING BLACK FOR DUMMIES a Compelling Journey of Identity

Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm's new play Hooded, or Being Black for Dummies, receiving its world premiere with Mosaic Theatre Company, examines the dangers of identity, prejudice and identity politics from a variety of angles. This is an unforgettable, complex study in identity that for all of its tricks and turns is one of the more psychologically, spiritually rich plays you are likely to see on the stage.

Photo Flash: World Premiere of HOODED at Mosaic Theatre Company

Hooded, Or Being Black for Dummies, a World Premiere by Tearrance Arvelle Chisholm, will be directed by Serge Seiden (When January Feels Like Summer, Bad Jews) and associate directed by Vaughn Ryan Midder for Mosaic Theater Company of DC. Performances will run at the Atlas Performing Arts Center, Sprenger Theatre, January 25-February 19, 2017. 

BWW TV: Tony Winner Gregg Barnes - 'FOLLIES Feels Like The Little Engine That Could'

Gregg Barnes is this year's recipient of the Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for FOLLIES. Check out what the designer had to say about his big win just moments after receiving his award!

FOLLIES Wins Best Costume Design of a Musical

Gregg Barnes is this year's recipient of the Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for FOLLIES.

BWW Multimedia Special: A Farewell to FOLLIES: The Journey from D.C. to Broadway to L.A.

James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES closes tonight, June 9, at Los Angeles' Ahmanson Theatre after a critically acclaimed run. Nominated for eight Tony Awards, the show has been through quite the journey, beginning at Washington, D.C.'s Kennedy Center in May 2011, then making its transfer to Broadway's Marquis Theatre, where it opened in September of 2011 and ran through January 22, 2012, and finally traveling to L.A. for its May 9, 2012, opening. As a farewell to Follies, BroadwayWorld brings takes you through this journey with photos, video and highlights from all three productions below.

Photo Coverage: First Look at Victoria Clark in FOLLIES in Los Angeles!

The first four new production photos have been released, along with photos of the cast members who made the treck west from Broadway!

FOLLIES Begins Run at LA's Ahmanson Theatre Tonight!

James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's Follies, which was just nominated for eight Tony Awards, begins previews tonight, May 3 at 8 p.m. at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre. Performances of the exclusive Los Angeles engagement of the Kennedy Center's critically acclaimed Broadway production of Follies will continue through June 9, 2012. Opening is set for May 9.

LA FOLLIES Cast Complete; Jayne Houdyshell, Terri White & More Join Victoria Clark, Jan Maxwell, Ron Raines, Danny Burstein & Elaine Paige!

Coming to the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre direct from Broadway for six weeks only, the Kennedy Center's critically acclaimed Broadway production of James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's "Follies," has now completed casting. "Follies" stars four-time Tony Award nominee Jan Maxwell as Phyllis Rogers Stone, Tony Award winner Victoria Clark, two-time Tony Award nominee Danny Burstein as Buddy Plummer, three-time Emmy Award nominee Ron Raines as Benjamin Stone and Olivier Award winner Elaine Paige as Carlotta Campion. Maxwell, Burstein, Raines and Paige are all returning to the roles they originated on Broadway.

FOLLIES Closes on Broadway

Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore.

FOLLIES Begins Final Two Weeks of Broadway Performances

The critically acclaimed Kennedy Center revival of FOLLIES, book by James Goldman and music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, begins its final 16 performances tonight at the Marquis Theatre (1535 Broadway). The production, directed by Eric Schaeffer with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore, will play its final performance on Sunday, January 22 prior to an engagement at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles for six weeks only, May 3 through June 9, 2012.

Photo Coverage: Stephen Sondheim, Bernadette Peters & Stars of FOLLIES Celebrate Cast Album Release at B&N

PS Classics, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, released the new two-disc set Broadway cast album of the Kennedy Center's acclaimed revival of FOLLIES on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. Yesterday, December 1st, Stephen Sondheim, Bernadette Peters, Jan Maxwell, Danny Burstein, Ron Raines, Elaine Paige and additional members of the cast of FOLLIES signed copies of the album at Barnes & Noble on the Upper East Side. The album is produced by Tommy Krasker. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you photo coverage below!

Stephen Sondheim & Cast of FOLLIES Set for Barnes & Noble Album Signing Today

PS Classics, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, will release the new two-disc set Broadway cast album of the Kennedy Center's acclaimed revival of FOLLIES on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. On Thursday, December 1st, Stephen Sondheim, Bernadette Peters, Jan Maxwell, Danny Burstein, Ron Raines, Elaine Paige and other members of the cast of FOLLIES will sign copies of the album at Barnes & Noble (150 E. 86th St; between Lexington & 3rd Ave.) beginning promptly at 4:00 p.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m. The album is produced by Tommy Krasker.

FOLLIES Cast Album Released

The Broadway cast of FOLLIES will be heading to the recording studio this week, and PS Classics is set to release the new cast recording for the revival on November 29. To pre-order the double-disc album online at $14.95, visit www.psclassics.com.

NPR Offers FOLLIES Album First Listen!

PS Classics, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, will release the new two-disc set Broadway cast album of the Kennedy Center's acclaimed revival of FOLLIES on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. NPR is currently featuring an exclusive first listen of the album, which you can check out by clicking here.

Sondheim & Cast of FOLLIES Set for Barnes & Noble Album Signing, 12/1

PS Classics, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, will release the new two-disc set Broadway cast album of the Kennedy Center's acclaimed revival of FOLLIES on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. On Thursday, December 1st, Stephen Sondheim, Bernadette Peters, Jan Maxwell, Danny Burstein, Ron Raines, Elaine Paige and other members of the cast of FOLLIES will sign copies of the album at Barnes & Noble (150 E. 86th St; between Lexington & 3rd Ave.) beginning promptly at 4:00 p.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m. The album is produced by Tommy Krasker.

Tracks Revealed for New FOLLIES Cast Recording

PS Classics has revealed the complete track list for the the new cast recording for the revival of FOLLIES on November 29. To pre-order the double-disc album online at $14.95, visit www.psclassics.com. The album will feature 33 tracks with some dialogue lead-ins, scenes, and speeches in a two-disc set, complete with 52-page full-color booklet with essay, synopsis, lyrics and production photos. Limited song clips are available now as well on the PS Classics web site. Tracks will include:

Frederick Strother FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Frederick Strother been in?

Frederick Strother has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Frederick Strother been in?

Frederick Strother has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Frederick Strother been nominated for?

Frederick Strother has been nominated for the following awards: Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Radio Golf and Seven Guitars.

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