Reed Birney

Birth Place: Alexandria, VA, USA

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Reed Birney won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play in 2016 for The Humans and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play in 2014 for Casa Valentina. Birney won a 2006 Obie Award for Sustained Excellence in Performance. He made his New York debut at Playwrights Horizons in 1976 in Gemini. He's also appeared there in Herself As Lust (1982), An Imaginary Life (1994), The Butterfly Collection (2000), Pen (2006), The Savannah Disputation (2009) and last season's Circle Mirror Transformation (Obie, Drama Desk awards). Other New York appearances include Tigers Be Still (Roundabout), Blasted (Soho Rep); Stuff Happens (The Public, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Ensemble); Our Leading Lady (MTC); Bug (Barrow Street); Loose Knit, The Family of Mann (Second Stage); The Common Pursuit (Promenade); Volunteer Man (Rattlestick); Bedfellows (Bat Theatre); and Minor Demons, The Exact Center of the Universe (Century Center). Regional includes The Lisbon Traviata (Seattle Rep) and the world premiere of Neil Simon's Hotel Suite (Walnut Street). TV work includes episodes of "Gossip Girl," "Kings" and "My Generation."

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Reed Birney STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Irish Repertory Theatre New York Premiere Production, 2022
Dr. Philip Cotton

[Off-Broadway]
Barrow Street Theatricals Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Performer

Guest Performer

[Off-Broadway]
One Night Only Concert Presentation Production, 2017
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
O'Brien

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Off-Broadway Premiere, 2017
Ken

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Erik Blake

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Erik Blake

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Atlantic Theater Production, 2015
David

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2014
Isadore/Charlotte

[Off-Broadway]
MTC Production & U.S. Premiere, 2013
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Production, 2013
Howard Bevans

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Production, 2011
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2011
John Bridges

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2009
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Father Murphy

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2007
Gavin DeChamblay

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Father [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Tony Blair [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Jerry

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Dr. Sweet

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Appleton Howell

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Appleton Howell

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Deke Winters

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Steve/Uncle Willy

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Dr. Jeff Portnoy

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Bob

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Andy

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Perry

[Off-Broadway]
1988
Himmer

[Off-Broadway]
1986
Martin Musgrove [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Timothy Strain

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1978
Performer

[Broadway]
1977
Randy Hastings

[Off-Broadway]
1977
Randy Hastings

[Off-Broadway]
1976
Performer

[Chester, CT (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2002
Performer


Reed Birney Movies

[1976]Not a Pretty Picture Fred

[1981]Four Friends Louie

[1985]Crimewave Vic Ajax

[1985]Means and Ends Ryan

[1985]Chain Letters Greg

[1997]You Are Here Jack's Boss

[1998]A Perfect Murder Merchant Prince #1

[2003]Uptown Girls Executive

[2007]The Ten Jim Stansel

[2008]Changeling Mayor Cryer

[2010]Morning Glory Governor Willis

[2010]Twelve Thirty Martin

[2012]Girl Most Likely Dr. Chalmers

[2013]Molly's Theory of Relativity Asher, Zak's father

[2013]Adult World Todd

[2014]In Your Eyes Dr. Maynard

[2015]Jackrabbit Paul Bateson

[2015]Mad Women Richard, husband

[2016]Occupy, Texas Uncle Nolan

[2016]Half the Perfect World Peter

[2019]The Last Nazi Harry

[2019]All the Little Things We Kill Senator Gerald Hess

[2020]The Hunt Pop

[2020]Lost Girls Peter Hackett

[2020]The Forty-Year-Old Version J. Whitman

[2021]Mass Richard

[2021]Strawberry Mansion Peter

[2022]The Menu Richard

[2022]Baby Ruby Dr. Rosenbaum


Reed Birney TV Shows

Gossip Girl Mr. Prescott

Home Before Dark Sylvester Lisko

House of Cards Donald Blythe, Rep. Donald Blythe, VP Donald Blythe

Law & Order Everett Brown

Law & Order: Criminal Intent Fred Martz, A.D.A. Stillman

The Blacklist Tom Connolly

Titans Doctor Adamson

Reed Birney Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Reed Birney, I'm Gonna Pray For You So Hard

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Reed Birney, I'm Gonna Pray For You So Hard

Obie Awards - 2010 - Performance

Reed Birney, Circle Mirror Transformation

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Reed Birney News


Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Roundabout's JONAH

Roundabout Theatre Company just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of Jonah by Rachel Bonds, directed by Danya Taymor. Jonah will play through March 10, 2024 at the Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and you can check out photos here

Photo Exclusive: Go Inside PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opening Night After Party!

The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! Get an exclusive look inside the opening night after party in the photos!

Photos: Stars Turn Out For Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening with Donna Murphy, Tyne Daly, LaChanze and more. Check out photos below!

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards December 5th Standings; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: SPAIN, Starring Marin Ireland and Andrew Burnap, Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway

Check out opening night red carpet photos of Second Stage Theater's production of Spain, starring Marin Ireland, Andrew Burnap, and more!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Leads Best Play!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Mac-Haydn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Page 73 Reveals Semifinalists For 2024 Playwriting Fellowship

Page 73 has revealed the 12 semifinalists for the 2024 Playwriting Fellowship. Discover the talented playwrights in the running for this esteemed award.

Page 73 Reunites World Premiere Cast Of Clare Barron's YOU GOT OLDER For Benefit Reading

Page 73 has announced a one-night-only reading of Clare Barron’s You Got Older, featuring the original cast of the organization’s 2014 world premiere production, November 10 at 8:00pm at The Shed. Learn more about the reading here!

Karen Allen & Reed Birney to Star in World Premiere Of Donald Margulies' LUNAR ECLIPSE at Shakespeare & Company

'Lunar Eclipse,' a new play by Donald Margulies, makes its world premiere at Shakespeare & Company. Directed by James Warwick, the play features Karen Allen and Reed Birney as a long-married couple reflecting on life and time during a lunar eclipse.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 11th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 11, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott to Star in DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA Off-Broadway

Learn about the Off-Broadway production of 'Danny and the Deep Blue Sea' starring Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott. Find out the premiere date, casting news, and details about the limited run of this revival. Don't miss this chance to see these talented actors in action!

Finn Wittrock, Reed Birney & More to Star in Shakespeare & Company's 46th Season

Shakespeare & Company has announced the casts for their 46th Season Thieves of Love. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Stephanie Hsu, Bill Irwin & More to Star in EURYDICE at Signature's 2023 Gala

Signature Theatre has announced the all-star cast of its reading of Signature Spotlight Resident Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice for the annual Signature Gala. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Alison Pill, Reed Birney, Marsha Mason & More to Star in Audible Theater Originals This Spring

Audible Inc., has announced a new slate of four Audible Theater titles scheduled for release on March 23. See the lineup!

Reed Birney FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Reed Birney has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

Reed Birney has not appeared in the West End.

Reed Birney has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Man From Nebraska" and "The Humans." He was also nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play at The Lortels for "Man From Nebraska" and "The Humans." Birney received nominations for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Humans" and "Casa Valentina." Additionally, he was nominated for Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for various productions such as "I'm Gonna Pray For You So Hard," "Uncle Vanya," and "Blasted." Birney also received nominations at the Outer Critics Circle Awards and the Obie Awards for his outstanding performances in productions like "The Dream of the Burning Boy," "Circle Mirror Transformation," and "Bug." He was recognized with a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards for his contributions to the theater.

Reed Birney has won the following awards: - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Casa Valentina - Special Award (Drama Desk Awards) for Reed Birney - Performance (Obie Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation - Sustained Excellence of Performance (Obie Awards) - Performance (Obie Awards) for Bug.

Reed Birney's next show will be Chester Bailey which opens on 10/19/2022 on Off-Broadway.

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