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Bernard Dotson BIO

A native of Los Angeles, Bernard began performing nationally and internationally, singing the Walt Disney Songbook. Concerts: the music of Frank Loesser with The New York Philharmonic, Merrily We Roll Along, Live Arts Maryland’s “One Singular Sensation: The Music Of Marvin Hamlisch,” and “Dreamgirls.” Broadway: Finian's Rainbow, Chicago, Imaginary Friends, Sweet Smell of Success, Jesus Christ Superstar and Ragtime. Regional, National and International Tours: Smokey Joe's Cafe, Five Guys Named Moe, Kiss Me, Kate, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Paradise Square. Bernard can be seen performing his critically acclaimed one-man show, “Unexpected Songs.”

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Bernard Dotson STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Ensemble

[San Francisco (Regional)]
World Premiere Berkeley Production, 2019
Ensemble

Rev. Cornish (Understudy)

[New York]
York Theatre Company Production, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Madison Square Garden Return Engagement, 2017
Store Manager

[Toronto]
World Premiere Production, 2017
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
George

First Gospeleer

Bill Rawkins (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Leo & Others

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Club Zanzibar Singer

[Broadway]
New York Concert, 2001
One of "Little Albert and the Tru-Tones"

One of "The Five Tuxedoes"

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
Performer (Swing)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Ensemble

Pas de Deux [Replacement]

Pas de Deux (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Martin Harrison [Replacement]

Billy Flynn [Replacement]

Billy Flynn [Replacement]

Billy Flynn [Replacement]

Judge [Replacement]

Doctor [Replacement]

Doctor [Replacement]

Billy Flynn (Understudy) [Replacement]

Bernard Dotson Productions

 
[Broadway, 2000]
Dance Captain
Fight Captain
 
[Broadway, 1998] [Replacement]
Assistant Dance Captain[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 1996] [Replacement]
Dance Captain[Replacement]

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Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE-An Exquisite Production at Axelrod PAC


Axelrod Performing Arts Center is now presenting Sunday in the Park with George, a vibrant, beautifully staged production that enjoys splendid direction and choreography by Broadway veteran, Eamon Foley.

Exclusive: Get A First Look at Graham Phillips & Talia Suskauer in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE


Get an exclusive first look at The Axelrod Performing Arts Center's bold reimagining of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, Sunday in the Park With George.

BWW Q&A: Eamon Foley On Directing SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Axelrod Performing Arts Center


We sat down with director Eamon Foley, who is currently staging The Axelrod Performing Arts Center's bold new production of Stephen Sondheim’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE.

Graham Philips and Talia Suskauer Lead SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE At Axelrod Performing Arts Center


Experience Sondheim's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Axelrod Performing Arts Center, NJ, this March. The show features a dance-forward staging by EAMON FOLEY and stars GRAHAM PHILLIPS and TALIA SUSKAUER.

Photos: See Graham Phillips and Talia Suskauer in New SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Promo Shots


The Axelrod Performing Arts Center in collaboration with Grind Arts Company is presenting a bold new production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Pulitzer Prize-winning SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE. Get a first look at a photoshoot of the production's stars!

Despite Listings From National Chains, RAGTIME Reunion Concert Not Coming To Movie Theaters Next Month


BroadwayWorld has learned that despite listings on multiple national chains' websites including AMC, Regal, and via Fandango - the Ragtime Reunion Concert recording will not be released in movie theaters on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024.

Corbin Bleu Will Lead Reading of Lisa Peretti's WINGHAVEN PARK Musical


Corbin Bleu will lead a closed industry reading of the new original musical, Winghaven Park, by Lisa Peretti. Gabriel Barre will direct.

Taylor Iman Jones Will Lead Industry Reading of THE DEATH OF DESERT ROSE


 Six’s Taylor Iman Jones will lead an upcoming industry-only presentation of The Death of Desert Rose. Learn more about the reading here!

Cast Complete For North Shore's THE FULL MONTY


North Shore Music Theatre will present the Tony-nominated musical The Full Monty, based on the film of the same name, September 26-October 8 in Beverly, Massachusetts. Find out who is starring in the show ehre!

THE FULL MONTY Comes to North Shore Music Theatre


Move over Chippendales! Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre is ready to go THE FULL MONTY! The Broadway hit musical will take the stage from Tuesday, September 26 thru Sunday, October 8, 2023.

Do Broadway Actors Ever Play Multiple Roles in the Same Show?


This time, the reader question was: How many different roles has one actor been contracted to play in the same Broadway production?

VIDEO: First Look at Anne Tolpegin, Howard Kaye, Celeste Rose & More in THE PROM at Pioneer Theatre Company


Get a first look at Pioneer Theatre Company's Utah Premiere of The Prom-the 7-time Tony-nominated musical from the team behind another PTC favorite: ELF The Musical. Having opened on Broadway in 2018, The Prom features music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin, and a book by Bob Martin and Beguelin, and is based on an original concept by Jack Viertel.

Review: THE PROM at Pioneer Theatre Company Will Lift Your Spirits


Pioneer Theatre Company’s new production of THE PROM is a visually appealing show that’s sure to lift your spirits and put a smile on your face. 

Anne Tolpegin, Howard Kaye, Celeste Rose & More to Lead THE PROM at Pioneer Theatre Company


Pioneer Theatre Company will present the Utah Premiere of The Prom. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

RAGTIME Reunion Concert Was Filmed According To Lyricist Lynn Ahrens


In a new interview with the Observer, Tony-winning songwriting duo Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty reflected on the recent gala concert presentation of their beloved musical, Ragtime. As a part of their profile, acclaimed lyricist Ahrens revealed that the starry, one night only event was filmed!

Photos & Video: See Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell & More in RAGTIME 25th Anniversary Concert


See photos and video of Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Peter Friedman and more in the Ragtime 25th anniversary concert!

Shop RAGTIME Reunion Merch in BroadwayWorld's Theatre Shop


Get your official merchandise from the Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime! Take home items like the Ragtime In-Concert Hoodie, and the Logo Tee, below.

Video: Watch Original RAGTIME Cast Reunite for Curtain Call


The Entertainment Community Fund presented a one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime at the Minskoff Theatre. Watch as Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Peter Friedman, Kelli O'Hara and more take their bows at the end of the big night!

Lea Michele Joins The Entertainment Community Fund's RAGTIME Benefit Concert


Lea Michele will make a special appearance in The Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime. Michele originated the role of “Little Girl” in Ragtime on Broadway. Learn more about the concert here!

Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell & Kelli O'Hara to Star in RAGTIME Reunion Concert


The Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime, originally scheduled for 2020, will take place on Monday, March 27, 2023 at the Minskoff Theatre. Learn who is starring in the concert, and how to purchase tickets!

Bernard Dotson FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Bernard Dotson been in?

Bernard Dotson has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Bernard Dotson been in?

Bernard Dotson has not appeared in the West End.

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