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Clifton Davis

Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA

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BIO

Clifton Davis, the Tony and Grammy nominated veteran actor is thrilled to reprise the role of Doctor Dillamond. Among Davis’ eight Broadway shows, he originated the role of “Sultan” in Aladdin and “Valentine” in Two Gentlemen of Verona. TV Series Regulars/Recurring: “Madam Secretary,” “Godfather of Harlem,” “Amen.” Additional: “New Amsterdam,” “Blue Bloods,” “Billions.” Special thanks to his wife Monica and Headline Talent Agency.


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STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere Musical, 2019
Mr. Bennet


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Sultan


[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 2009
Doctor Dillamond [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Wates


[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1979
Thomas


[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1971
Valentine


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1971


[Off-Broadway]
1971


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1971
Performer




[Broadway]
1970
Roger Porter


[Off-Broadway]
1969
Political Man


[Off-Broadway]
1968
Jerry

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1968
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1968
Jerry

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1968
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1964
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Cornelius Hackl (Understudy) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Revival, 1978
Joey Evans


Movies

Together for Days
[ 1972 ] Gus
Lost in the Stars
[ 1974 ] Absalom
Scott Joplin
[ 1977 ] Chauvin
Any Given Sunday
[ 1999 ] Mayor Tyrone Smalls
Kingdom Come
[ 2001 ] Charles Winslow
Max Keeble's Big Move
[ 2001 ] Supt. BobbyCrazy LegsKnebworth
The Painting
[ 2001 ] Thom Ayers
The Climb
[ 2002 ] Cheryl's Dad
The Engagement: My Phamily BBQ 2
[ 2006 ] Rev. Joe Clark
Cover
[ 2007 ] D.A. Simmons
God's Amazing Grace... Is Just A Prayer Away
[ 2013 ] Wilbert Richardson
Prayer Never Fails
[ 2016 ] Michael Brown
A Shot Through the Wall
[ 2020 ] Deputy Chief Bill Walker
Whealthy and Wise
[ 2022 ] Dr. Rafael Mendes, PhD
We Are Gathered Here Today
[ 2022 ] Joe Wyatt

TV Shows

Amen
Reverend Reuben Gregory
Billions
Judge Wailand
Godfather of Harlem
Honorable Elijah Muhammad
Madam Secretary
Ephraim Ware
Police Story
Ed Webber, Mark Randolph
That's My Mama
Clifton Curtis
Clipped
Elgin Baylor
Clipped
Elgin Baylor

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Clifton Davis, Two Gentlemen of Verona


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1971 - Performance

Clifton Davis, Do It Again

Videos

News


Limited Engagement of AUSTEN'S PRIDE Comes to Orpheum Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Jul 12, 2025

The Orpheum Theatre Group has announced the limited engagement of the pre-Broadway production of Austen's Pride September 9-10.
Review: Melba Moore Brings Her Own Brand of Cool to NYC at 54 Below
by Sharon Ellman - Jul 10, 2025

The Tony Award-winning songstress wows the crowd in FROM BROADWAY, WITH LOVE, continuing tonight 7/10 at 7 pm. This reviewer was completely mesmerized! What a night to remember! What a performer!
AUSTEN'S PRIDE: A NEW MUSICAL OF PRIDE AND PREJUDICE to be Presented at The Palace Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2025

The Palace Theater will present Austen's Pride: A New Musical of Pride and Prejudice. Where wit and romance meet, a writer finds her true voice. Learn more here!
AUSTEN'S PRIDE to be Presented at STAGES St. Louis’ Prior to National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2025

Austen’s Pride will launch a new production ahead of a multi-city national tour before setting its sights on Broadway. The new production will make its debut at STAGES St. Louis. Learn more!
Review: International Black Theatre Festival Noon-Day Press Conference
by Vickie Evans - Aug 6, 2024

The IBTF's Noon-Day Press Conference is one of my favorite events because it presents a snapshot of the planned activities for the week with a star-studded roster of theatre professionals.
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Charlotte d'Amboise & More to Star in REUNION OF BARTERSVILLE Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2024

LaChanze Productions has unveiled the cast for an industry reading on June 13 at Pershing Square Signature Center of Reunion in Bartersville. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
 North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024

 North Carolina Black Repertory Company has announced the mainstage program for its 18th biennial International Black Theatre Festival, taking place July 29-August 3 in Winston-Salem, NC.
Tamara Tunie and Clifton Davis Will Co-Chair International Black Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024

The International Black Theatre Festival, considered the biggest event in Black theatre, will mark its 35th year in Winston-Salem, July 29 to August 3.
Photos/Video: ALADDIN Celebrates 10 Years on Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 29, 2024

The Broadway production of Aladdin celebrated its 10th anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre on March 20, 2024. Check out photos and video footage from the big night here!
AUSTEN'S PRIDE to Release Stock and Amateur Performance Rights for One Year
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2024

Stock and amateur performance rights for the new musical Austen’s Pride will be available for one year only starting this summer through the summer of 2025.
AUSTEN'S PRIDE To Release Full Live Album From Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024

A full live recording of the music from the critically-acclaimed new musical Austen's Pride will be released, due to popular demand, in June 2024. The album will feature the star-studded cast from the recent concert at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
Michelle Buteau's SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Renewed For Season 2 on Netflix
by Michael Major - Feb 13, 2024

Survival of the Thickest centers on Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau). Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist. She's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family, a body positive attitude, and a cute v-neck and lip gloss.
Listen: Mamie Parris and Olivia Hernandez Perform 'When I Fall In Love' From AUSTEN'S PRIDE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2023

A live single from the critically-acclaimed new musical Austen's Pride has been released featuring the star-studded cast from the June 29, 2023 concert at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
ALADDIN on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 2, 2023

Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Aladdin on Broadway. Check out all the details below!
Photos: Go Inside Al Hirschfeld's 120th Birthday Celebration at The Museum of Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2023

Check out photos from The Museum of Broadway's event celebrating Al Hirschfeld’s 120th birthday!
Mamie Parris, Beth Leavel & More to Star in AUSTEN'S PRIDE in Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2023

Broadway veteran Mamie Parris will star as Jane Austen in the one-night-only concert presentation of the new musical Austen’s Pride at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets!
AUSTEN'S PRIDE Will Play One-Night-Only Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - May 23, 2023

Producer R. Erin Craig has announced that the new musical Austen's Pride will play a one-night-only concert engagement at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 8 PM. Featuring a book, music, and lyrics by Lindsay Warren Baker and Amanda Jacobs and orchestrations by Amanda Jacobs, Austen's Pride is directed by Igor Goldin with musical direction by Matt Perri, who will also conduct the evening, and choreography by Lisa Shriver.
Photos: WICKED Star Brittney Johnson Debuts Her Nightclub Act At Birdland Jazz
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2023

On May 1, Birdland welcomed former Wicked star Brittney Johnson to their stage with her debut nightclub act, titled 'Ripple Effect”. See photos from inside the show!
Photo: Get a First Look at McKenzie Kurtz as Glinda in WICKED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2023

Get a first look at McKenzie Kurtz as Glinda in WICKED on Broadway! Her first performance at the Gershwin Theater will be Tuesday February 14.
John Dossett, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, and William Youmans Join WICKED This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2023

Wicked will welcome new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre this spring. Tony Award-nominee John Dossett will take over the role of The Wizard, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, last seen on Broadway in Girl from the North Country, will assume the role of Nessarose, and William Youmans, the original Dr. Dillamond, will reprise his role and return to the halls of Shiz University.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Clifton Davis been in?

Clifton Davis has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Clifton Davis been in?

Clifton Davis has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Clifton Davis been nominated for?

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Two Gentlemen of Verona and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Do It Again.

What awards has Clifton Davis won?

Clifton Davis has won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for Two Gentlemen of Verona. He also received the Theatre World Award for his performance in Do It Again.

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