Charles S. Dutton
Birth Place: Baltimore, MD, USA
Latest News on Charles S. Dutton:
James Bundy to Step Down From Positions at David Geffen School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre (Feb 27, 2025)
THE PIANO LESSON Film to Be a 'Cinematic' Adaptation of the August Wilson Play (Aug 19, 2024)
Malcolm Washington's THE PIANO LESSON Film to Make International Premiere at TIFF (Jul 22, 2024)
James Bundy to Step Down From Positions at David Geffen School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre (Feb 27, 2025)
THE PIANO LESSON Film to Be a 'Cinematic' Adaptation of the August Wilson Play (Aug 19, 2024)
Malcolm Washington's THE PIANO LESSON Film to Make International Premiere at TIFF (Jul 22, 2024)
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Cat's Eye
[ 1985 ] Dom Charles Dutton
[ 1985 ] Dom Charles Dutton
No Mercy
[ 1986 ] Sergeant Sandy Charles Dutton
[ 1986 ] Sergeant Sandy Charles Dutton
Crocodile Dundee II
[ 1988 ] Leroy Brown Charles Dutton
[ 1988 ] Leroy Brown Charles Dutton
Jacknife
[ 1989 ] Jake Charles Dutton
[ 1989 ] Jake Charles Dutton
An Unremarkable Life
[ 1989 ] Lou Charles Dutton
[ 1989 ] Lou Charles Dutton
Q&A
[ 1990 ] Sam Chapman Charles Dutton
[ 1990 ] Sam Chapman Charles Dutton
Astonished
[ 1990 ] White Charles Dutton
[ 1990 ] White Charles Dutton
Pretty Hattie's Baby
[ 1991 ] Dudley Charles Dutton
[ 1991 ] Dudley Charles Dutton
Mississippi Masala
[ 1991 ] Tyrone
[ 1991 ] Tyrone
The Distinguished Gentleman
[ 1992 ] Elijah Hawkins
[ 1992 ] Elijah Hawkins
Alien³
[ 1992 ] Leonard Dillon
[ 1992 ] Leonard Dillon
Rudy
[ 1993 ] Fortune
[ 1993 ] Fortune
Menace II Society
[ 1993 ] Mr. Butler
[ 1993 ] Mr. Butler
Foreign Student
[ 1994 ] HowlinWolf Charles Dutton
[ 1994 ] HowlinWolf Charles Dutton
A Low Down Dirty Shame
[ 1994 ] Rothmiller
[ 1994 ] Rothmiller
Surviving the Game
[ 1994 ] Walter Cole Charles Dutton
[ 1994 ] Walter Cole Charles Dutton
Nick of Time
[ 1995 ] Huey
[ 1995 ] Huey
Cry, the Beloved Country
[ 1995 ] John Kumalo
[ 1995 ] John Kumalo
Get on the Bus
[ 1996 ] George
[ 1996 ] George
A Time to Kill
[ 1996 ] Sheriff Ozzie Walls
[ 1996 ] Sheriff Ozzie Walls
Mimic
[ 1997 ] Leonard
[ 1997 ] Leonard
Blind Faith
[ 1998 ] Charles Williams
[ 1998 ] Charles Williams
Black Dog
[ 1998 ] Ford Charles Dutton
[ 1998 ] Ford Charles Dutton
Random Hearts
[ 1999 ] Alcee
[ 1999 ] Alcee
Cookie's Fortune
[ 1999 ] Willis Richland
[ 1999 ] Willis Richland
Eye See You
[ 2002 ] Hendricks
[ 2002 ] Hendricks
Gothika
[ 2003 ] Dr. Dougl Grey
[ 2003 ] Dr. Dougl Grey
Against the Ropes
[ 2004 ] Felix Reynolds
[ 2004 ] Felix Reynolds
Secret Window
[ 2004 ] Ken Karsch
[ 2004 ] Ken Karsch
The L.A. Riot Spectacular
[ 2005 ] The Mayor Charles Dutton
[ 2005 ] The Mayor Charles Dutton
Honeydripper
[ 2007 ] Maceo
[ 2007 ] Maceo
The Third Nail
[ 2007 ] Sydney
[ 2007 ] Sydney
American Violet
[ 2008 ] Reverend Sanders Charles Dutton
[ 2008 ] Reverend Sanders Charles Dutton
The Express
[ 2008 ] WilliePopsDavis
[ 2008 ] WilliePopsDavis
Fame
[ 2009 ] Mr. James Dowd
[ 2009 ] Mr. James Dowd
The Gift
[ 2010 ] Dad Powell
[ 2010 ] Dad Powell
Legion
[ 2010 ] Percy Walker
[ 2010 ] Percy Walker
LUV
[ 2012 ] Cofield
[ 2012 ] Cofield
Least Among Saints
[ 2012 ] George
[ 2012 ] George
The Obama Effect
[ 2012 ] John Thom
[ 2012 ] John Thom
Bad Ass
[ 2012 ] Panther
[ 2012 ] Panther
A Very Larry Christmas
[ 2013 ] Alberic
[ 2013 ] Alberic
The Monkey's Paw
[ 2013 ] Detective Margolis
[ 2013 ] Detective Margolis
Android Cop
[ 2014 ] Mayor Jacobs
[ 2014 ] Mayor Jacobs
Comeback Dad
[ 2014 ] Othell
[ 2014 ] Othell
Carter High
[ 2015 ] Coach James
[ 2015 ] Coach James
What Lola Wants
[ 2015 ] Cop
[ 2015 ] Cop
The Perfect Guy
[ 2015 ] Roger
[ 2015 ] Roger
TV Shows
House
Rodney Foreman
Rodney Foreman
Longmire
Detective Fales
Detective Fales
Miami Vice
Ed McCain, Lieutenant Pearson
Ed McCain, Lieutenant Pearson
Roc
Roc Emerson
Roc Emerson
Threshold
J.T. Baylock
J.T. Baylock
Without a Trace
Chet Collins
Chet Collins
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Charles S. Dutton, The Piano Lesson
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production
Charles S. DuttonPiano Lesson
winner
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production
Charles S. DuttonPiano Lesson
Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Charles S. Dutton , The Piano Lesson
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Charles S. Dutton, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Charles S. Dutton, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Videos
Photos & Video: See Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Danielle Brooks & More at THE PIANO LESSON First Preview
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-09-20 14:30:22
VIDEO: THE PIANO LESSON Director LaTanya Richardson Jackson Stops By The Barrymore
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-08-29 23:56:37
VIDEO: First Trailer for HBO's Bessie Smith Biopic, Starring Queen Latifah
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-04-03 15:12:20
STAGE TUBE: First Teaser for HBO's Bessie Smith Biopic, Starring Queen Latifah
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-03-13 15:29:42
TV Stage Tube: Meet the Cast of the New FAME Film; In Theaters September 2009
by Robert Diamond - 2009-02-20 21:58:17
News
James Bundy to Step Down From Positions at David Geffen School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025
James Bundy, who has served Yale since 2002 as the fifth Elizabeth Parker Ware Dean of David Geffen School of Drama and fourth Artistic Director of Yale Repertory Theatre, will step down from these positions on June 30, 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025
James Bundy, who has served Yale since 2002 as the fifth Elizabeth Parker Ware Dean of David Geffen School of Drama and fourth Artistic Director of Yale Repertory Theatre, will step down from these positions on June 30, 2026.
THE PIANO LESSON Film to Be a 'Cinematic' Adaptation of the August Wilson Play
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2024
The upcoming adaptation of The Piano Lesson will mark a cinematic departure from the stage version. Co-writing the screenplay with Virgil Williams, director Malcolm Washington opened up the world of the story for the movie, utilizing flashbacks and other filmmaking techniques to sometimes take viewers out of the living room where the original play is set.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2024
The upcoming adaptation of The Piano Lesson will mark a cinematic departure from the stage version. Co-writing the screenplay with Virgil Williams, director Malcolm Washington opened up the world of the story for the movie, utilizing flashbacks and other filmmaking techniques to sometimes take viewers out of the living room where the original play is set.
Malcolm Washington's THE PIANO LESSON Film to Make International Premiere at TIFF
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 22, 2024
The film version of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson will make its international premiere at the 49th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival, scheduled to run from September 5, 2024 to September 15, 2024.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 22, 2024
The film version of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson will make its international premiere at the 49th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival, scheduled to run from September 5, 2024 to September 15, 2024.
THE PIANO LESSON Broadway Revival Officially Recoups
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024
The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson which concluded its Broadway engagement on January 29, 2023, has officially recouped its investment.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024
The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson which concluded its Broadway engagement on January 29, 2023, has officially recouped its investment.
The Ritz Theatre Company to Present August Wilson's MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2023
Don't miss the riveting production of August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom at The Ritz Theatre Company. Explore themes of rage, racism, self-hatred, and exploitation in this powerful drama.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2023
Don't miss the riveting production of August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom at The Ritz Theatre Company. Explore themes of rage, racism, self-hatred, and exploitation in this powerful drama.
Photos: First Look: Tanea Renee As 'Billie Holiday' In Baltimore Center Stage's LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2023
Baltimore’s own Tanea Renee has returned to the stage as Billie Holiday in a new production of Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill at Baltimore Center Stage. See photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2023
Baltimore’s own Tanea Renee has returned to the stage as Billie Holiday in a new production of Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill at Baltimore Center Stage. See photos from the production.
Tanea Renee to Star as 'Billie Holiday' in Baltimore Center Stage's LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2023
Get ready to be transported into the world of Billie Holiday as Baltimore Center Stage presents Tanea Renee in the exclusive limited engagement of Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill. Don't miss the chance to witness the triumphs and heartbreaks of Billie Holiday's life through her unforgettable music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2023
Get ready to be transported into the world of Billie Holiday as Baltimore Center Stage presents Tanea Renee in the exclusive limited engagement of Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill. Don't miss the chance to witness the triumphs and heartbreaks of Billie Holiday's life through her unforgettable music.
Video: WORKING IN THE THEATRE Docuseries Spotlights THE PIANO LESSON
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023
The hit Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson is featured in the latest episode of “Working in the Theatre” with director LaTanya Richardson Jackson and set designer Beowulf Boritt. The episode features exclusive interviews and discussion on their collaboration on August Wilson's The Piano Lesson.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023
The hit Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson is featured in the latest episode of “Working in the Theatre” with director LaTanya Richardson Jackson and set designer Beowulf Boritt. The episode features exclusive interviews and discussion on their collaboration on August Wilson's The Piano Lesson.
Danielle Deadwyler & More Join Samuel L. Jackson & John David Washington in THE PIANO LESSON Film Adaptation
by Michael Major - Apr 13, 2023
Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington will reprise their Broadway performances in the upcoming film adaptation of The Piano Lesson, which is currently set for a Netflix premiere. Malcolm Washington will direct the upcoming feature, which will also include Danielle Deadwyler, Michael Potts, Corey Hawkins, and Ray Fisher.
by Michael Major - Apr 13, 2023
Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington will reprise their Broadway performances in the upcoming film adaptation of The Piano Lesson, which is currently set for a Netflix premiere. Malcolm Washington will direct the upcoming feature, which will also include Danielle Deadwyler, Michael Potts, Corey Hawkins, and Ray Fisher.
THE PIANO LESSON Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2023
On January 29, the Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson concludes its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, having played 27 previews and 124 regular performances. The production is the highest grossing revival of a play on Broadway and the highest grossing Wilson production on Broadway ever.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2023
On January 29, the Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson concludes its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, having played 27 previews and 124 regular performances. The production is the highest grossing revival of a play on Broadway and the highest grossing Wilson production on Broadway ever.
THE PIANO LESSON to be Filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2023
The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson will be filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives. See how to purchase tickets to The Piano Lesson, and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2023
The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson will be filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives. See how to purchase tickets to The Piano Lesson, and more!
Prop Piano in THE PIANO LESSON on Broadway to be Donated to The Smithsonian
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2023
The titular prop piano in the hit Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson will be donated to The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture after the culmination of the production’s recently-extended run.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2023
The titular prop piano in the hit Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson will be donated to The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture after the culmination of the production’s recently-extended run.
THE PIANO LESSON Becomes Highest Grossing August Wilson Play on Broadway in History
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023
The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson has officially become the highest grossing Wilson play on Broadway in history.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023
The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson has officially become the highest grossing Wilson play on Broadway in history.
Trai Byers to Play Final Performance in THE PIANO LESSON This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023
Casting changes have been announced through the end of the extended run of The Piano Lesson on Broadway, which concludes on January 29, 2023. See how to purchase tickets and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023
Casting changes have been announced through the end of the extended run of The Piano Lesson on Broadway, which concludes on January 29, 2023. See how to purchase tickets and more.
THE PIANO LESSON Might Transfer to the West End in 2023
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 24, 2022
According to a tweet from Deadline Hollywood columnist and International Editor at Large Baz Bamigboye, rumour has it that The Piano Lesson starring Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, and Danielle Brooks could transfer to the West End in 2023.
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 24, 2022
According to a tweet from Deadline Hollywood columnist and International Editor at Large Baz Bamigboye, rumour has it that The Piano Lesson starring Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, and Danielle Brooks could transfer to the West End in 2023.
Photos: Reverend Al Sharpton Surprises Samuel L. Jackson With Birthday Cake at THE PIANO LESS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2022
Last night, December 21, at the hit Broadway revival of The Piano Lesson, Reverend Al Sharpton surprised star Samuel L. Jackson on his birthday with a cake at the curtain call. Check out photos from the evening here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2022
Last night, December 21, at the hit Broadway revival of The Piano Lesson, Reverend Al Sharpton surprised star Samuel L. Jackson on his birthday with a cake at the curtain call. Check out photos from the evening here!
Photos: Taraji P. Henson and Natasha Lyonne Visit THE PIANO LESSON on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 19, 2022
Natasha Lyonne, who starred with The Piano Lesson's Danielle Brooks in Orange is the New Black, and Taraji P. Henson visited the cast of The Piano Lesson backstage after seeing the play on Broadway last week. The Piano Lesson is currently scheduled to run through January 29, 2023. Check out the photos here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 19, 2022
Natasha Lyonne, who starred with The Piano Lesson's Danielle Brooks in Orange is the New Black, and Taraji P. Henson visited the cast of The Piano Lesson backstage after seeing the play on Broadway last week. The Piano Lesson is currently scheduled to run through January 29, 2023. Check out the photos here!
Photos: David Hyde Pierce Visits THE PIANO LESSON on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 17, 2022
Tony Award-winner David Hyde Pierce visited the cast of The Piano Lesson backstage after seeing the play on Broadway this week. The Piano Lesson is currently scheduled to run through January 2023.
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 17, 2022
Tony Award-winner David Hyde Pierce visited the cast of The Piano Lesson backstage after seeing the play on Broadway this week. The Piano Lesson is currently scheduled to run through January 2023.
THE PIANO LESSON Extended Through January 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2022
The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson will be extended by popular demand -- through January 29, 2023. The Piano Lesson remains the highest grossing revival of a play on Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2022
The Broadway revival of August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson will be extended by popular demand -- through January 29, 2023. The Piano Lesson remains the highest grossing revival of a play on Broadway.
THE PIANO LESSON Announces General Rush and Digital Lottery Policies
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2022
The general rush and digital lottery policies have been announced for the Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2022
The general rush and digital lottery policies have been announced for the Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Charles S. Dutton been in?
Charles S. Dutton has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Charles S. Dutton been in?
Charles S. Dutton has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Charles S. Dutton been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Piano Lesson, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Piano Lesson, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Piano Lesson, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Piano Lesson, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.
What awards has Charles S. Dutton won?
Charles S. Dutton has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for Piano Lesson. He also received the Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production at the Olivier Awards for Piano Lesson, as well as Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.
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