Donal Donnelly
Latest News on Donal Donnelly:
Have the Tony Awards Ever Made Exceptions to Their Rules? (Apr 9, 2023)
Matthew Broderick, Laura Benanti, Melissa Errico & David Staller to Lead THE LETTERS SERIES at Irish Rep (Mar 28, 2023)
Sharing is Caring: A Short History of Tony Ties, Multiple Wins, and Split Performances on the Great White Way (May 7, 2017)
Have the Tony Awards Ever Made Exceptions to Their Rules? (Apr 9, 2023)
Matthew Broderick, Laura Benanti, Melissa Errico & David Staller to Lead THE LETTERS SERIES at Irish Rep (Mar 28, 2023)
Sharing is Caring: A Short History of Tony Ties, Multiple Wins, and Split Performances on the Great White Way (May 7, 2017)
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Movies
The Rising of the Moon
[ 1957 ] Prisoner Sean Curran aka Jimmy Walsh
[ 1957 ] Prisoner Sean Curran aka Jimmy Walsh
Gideon of Scotland Yard
[ 1958 ] Feeney
[ 1958 ] Feeney
I'm All Right Jack
[ 1959 ] Perce Carter
[ 1959 ] Perce Carter
Shake Hands with the Devil
[ 1959 ] Willie Lafferty
[ 1959 ] Willie Lafferty
Young Cassidy
[ 1965 ] 1st Hearseman
[ 1965 ] 1st Hearseman
Up Jumped a Swagman
[ 1965 ] Bockeye
[ 1965 ] Bockeye
The Knack... and How to Get It
[ 1965 ] Tom
[ 1965 ] Tom
The Mind of Mr. Soames
[ 1970 ] Joe Allan
[ 1970 ] Joe Allan
The Dead
[ 1987 ] Freddy Malins
[ 1987 ] Freddy Malins
Twister
[ 1989 ] Doctor
[ 1989 ] Doctor
The Godfather Part III
[ 1990 ] Archbishop Gilday
[ 1990 ] Archbishop Gilday
Squanto: A Warrior's Tale
[ 1994 ] Brother Paul
[ 1994 ] Brother Paul
Words Upon the Window Pane
[ 1994 ] Cornelius Patterson
[ 1994 ] Cornelius Patterson
Mesmer
[ 1994 ] Doctor Donal Donelly
[ 1994 ] Doctor Donal Donelly
Korea
[ 1995 ] John Doyle
[ 1995 ] John Doyle
This Is My Father
[ 1998 ] John Maney
[ 1998 ] John Maney
Love & Rage
[ 1999 ] Sweeney
[ 1999 ] Sweeney
TV Shows
Yes, Honestly
Matthew Browne
Matthew Browne
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Donal Donnelly, Faith Healer
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1966 - Best Performance
Donal Donnelly, Philadelphia, Here I Come!
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Donal Donnelly, Philadelphia, Here I Come!
News
Have the Tony Awards Ever Made Exceptions to Their Rules?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 9, 2023
This month, the reader question was: There's a lot of talk about Lea Michele's performance in Funny Girl, and how she won't be eligible for a Tony Award since the show opened last season. Is there any history of Tony Awards rules changes/exceptions in the past?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 9, 2023
This month, the reader question was: There's a lot of talk about Lea Michele's performance in Funny Girl, and how she won't be eligible for a Tony Award since the show opened last season. Is there any history of Tony Awards rules changes/exceptions in the past?
Matthew Broderick, Laura Benanti, Melissa Errico & David Staller to Lead THE LETTERS SERIES at Irish Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023
Irish Repertory Theatre will present The Letters Series, featuring Dear Liar by Jerome Kilty & George Bernard Shaw, directed by Charlotte Moore. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023
Irish Repertory Theatre will present The Letters Series, featuring Dear Liar by Jerome Kilty & George Bernard Shaw, directed by Charlotte Moore. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!
Sharing is Caring: A Short History of Tony Ties, Multiple Wins, and Split Performances on the Great White Way
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2017
This season, Manhattan Theatre Club stunned and excited theatregoers when it was announced that Laura Linney and Cynthia Nixon, two of the most formidable females of stage and screen, would be returning to the boards in an unconventional new revival of Lillian Hellman's family drama, The Little Foxes.
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2017
This season, Manhattan Theatre Club stunned and excited theatregoers when it was announced that Laura Linney and Cynthia Nixon, two of the most formidable females of stage and screen, would be returning to the boards in an unconventional new revival of Lillian Hellman's family drama, The Little Foxes.
BWW Features: Irish Success Stories at the Tony Awards
by Chris McCormack - Jun 8, 2015
When it comes to Irish theatre and the Tony Awards, the distance is never great.
by Chris McCormack - Jun 8, 2015
When it comes to Irish theatre and the Tony Awards, the distance is never great.
Westport Country Playhouse Hosts Exhibit Featuring Westport Arts Award Winners, Now thru 10/27
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2013
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Westport Arts Awards, Westport Country Playhouse is currently presenting a lobby exhibit featuring past Award winners who have been associated with the historic theater, now through October 27.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2013
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Westport Arts Awards, Westport Country Playhouse is currently presenting a lobby exhibit featuring past Award winners who have been associated with the historic theater, now through October 27.
FAITH HEALER Concludes Waxlax Season at Riverside Theatre, Now thru 4/14
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2013
Riverside Theatre presents the third and final production for this season's Waxlax Stage. The Award-winning Faith Healer will perform on the Waxlax Stage from tonight, April 4-14, 2013 and is presented by Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers.
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2013
Riverside Theatre presents the third and final production for this season's Waxlax Stage. The Award-winning Faith Healer will perform on the Waxlax Stage from tonight, April 4-14, 2013 and is presented by Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers.
FAITH HEALER to Conclude Waxlax Season at Riverside Theatre, 4/4-14
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2013
Riverside Theatre presents the third and final production for this season's Waxlax Stage. The Award-winning Faith Healer will perform on the Waxlax Stage from April 4-14, 2013 and is presented by Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers.
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2013
Riverside Theatre presents the third and final production for this season's Waxlax Stage. The Award-winning Faith Healer will perform on the Waxlax Stage from April 4-14, 2013 and is presented by Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers.
Tony Nominated Actor Donal Donnelly Dies at Age 78
by Lauren Wolman - Jan 6, 2010
Donal Donnelly, nominated for a Tony Award for his portrayal of Gar Private in the world premiere of Brian Friel's Philadelphia, Here I Come!, passed away on January 4,2010. Donnelly, 78, died from cancer in Chicago, where he has been living for two years.
by Lauren Wolman - Jan 6, 2010
Donal Donnelly, nominated for a Tony Award for his portrayal of Gar Private in the world premiere of Brian Friel's Philadelphia, Here I Come!, passed away on January 4,2010. Donnelly, 78, died from cancer in Chicago, where he has been living for two years.
Irish Rep Previews THE YEATS PROJECT 4/8, Opens 4/15
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2009
The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in association with Glucksman Ireland House, The American Irish Historical Society, and The WB Yeats Society of New York will begin previews of The Yeats Project on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. The production will open on Wednesday, April 15. Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciar?n O'Reilly, Producing Director will direct.
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2009
The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in association with Glucksman Ireland House, The American Irish Historical Society, and The WB Yeats Society of New York will begin previews of The Yeats Project on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. The production will open on Wednesday, April 15. Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciar?n O'Reilly, Producing Director will direct.
Irish Rep Previews THE YEATS PROJECT 4/8, Opens 4/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 16, 2009
The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in association with Glucksman Ireland House, The American Irish Historical Society, and The WB Yeats Society of New York will begin previews of The Yeats Project on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. The production will open on Wednesday, April 15. Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciar?n O'Reilly, Producing Director will direct.
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 16, 2009
The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in association with Glucksman Ireland House, The American Irish Historical Society, and The WB Yeats Society of New York will begin previews of The Yeats Project on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. The production will open on Wednesday, April 15. Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciar?n O'Reilly, Producing Director will direct.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Donal Donnelly been in?
Donal Donnelly has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.
How many West End shows has Donal Donnelly been in?
Donal Donnelly has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Donal Donnelly been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Faith Healer, Best Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Philadelphia, Here I Come! and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Philadelphia, Here I Come!.
What awards has Donal Donnelly won?
Donal Donnelly won the Best Performance award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his role in Philadelphia, Here I Come!.
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