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BIO

Dwayne Cooper is a Broadway actor, singer/songwriter and dancer from Florence, South Carolina. His Broadway credits include cast of Hairspray (2009) and Motown The Musical (2015) As an actor, he has been seen as the Black Jerry Seinfeld in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (2015) the 2012 New Now Next Awards, and as a contestant on RuPaul's Drag Race (2009) under the alias "Milan".

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Broadway Production, 2025
Performer ()

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2023
Ensemble


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2018
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Las Vegas]
Las Vegas Production, 2006


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Thad [Replacement]

Denizen of Baltimore [Replacement]

Thad [Replacement]

Denizen of Baltimore [Replacement]

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3 Broadway Shows Close Today
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 22, 2025

Broadway says goodbye to three productions. The Last Five Years takes its final bow at the Hudson Theatre following 19 previews and 89 regular performances; Smash plays its final performance at the Imperial Theatre after 32 previews and 84 regular performances; and Floyd Collins will conclude its limited run at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre following 26 previews and 72 regular performances.
Video: FLOYD COLLINS Performs at the Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 9, 2025

The cast of Floyd Collins took the stage at Radio City Music Hall earlier tonight to perform at the 78th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the performance here!
Photos: In the Recording Studio for FLOYD COLLINS
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater’s Broadway debut of Tina Landau and Adam Guettel’s FLOYD COLLINS became a six-time Tony Award nominated production and recorded the Original Broadway Cast Recording of the celebrated revival. Check out photos of the cast and orchestra here.
Video: FLOYD COLLINS Starring Jeremy Jordan, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025

On April 21, Lincoln Center Theater celebrated the opening night of the Broadway debut of Tina Landau and Adam Guettel’s FLOYD COLLINS. Check out all new footage from the show, starring Jeremy Jordan, in the video here!
Photos: FLOYD COLLINS Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 22, 2025

Floyd Collins, starring Jeremy Jordan, officially opened on Broadway last night, April 21, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos of the cast on the red carpet here!
Photos: Jeremy Jordan and the FLOYD COLLINS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 22, 2025

Floyd Collins, starring Jeremy Jordan, officially opened on Broadway last night, April 21, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows bere!
Review Roundup: FLOYD COLLINS Opens On Broadway Starring Jeremy Jordan, Lizzy McAlpine and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2025

A shocking and true tale of the American West comes to life on Broadway tonight as FLOYD COLLINS, opens at Lincoln Center Theater, in a new production starring Tony-nominee Jeremy Jordan. Read the reviews of the musical's Broadway debut!
Video: FLOYD COLLINS Original Broadway Cast Recording To Be Released This July
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2025

FLOYD COLLINS star Jeremy Jordan surprised the audience at Lincoln Center Theater’s Vivian Beaumont Theater tonight following the performance, announcing exclusively from the stage that the highly anticipated musical will release an Original Broadway Cast Recording.  
Video: Go Inside FLOYD COLLINS' Genre-Bending Score
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2025

Check out a new look at Floyd Collins on Broadway as the cast and creative team digs deep into the glorious folk and bluegrass-inspired music of Floyd Collins. Watch the video!
Photos: Jeremy Jordan, Lizzy McAlpine and More in FLOYD COLLINS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater is presenting FLOYD COLLINS, starring Jeremy Jordan and more. Get a first look at photos of the production here and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Doo Wop Project Returns for One Afternoon Only
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025

The Doo Wop Project is performing live at Popejoy Hall on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at 3:00pm. This talented vocal ensemble delivers a nostalgic musical journey, singing timeless doo-wop classics and reimagining modern hits with a vintage twist they call being “doowopified.” 
Meet the Cast of FLOYD COLLINS, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025

Performances are now underway for Lincoln Center Theater's Broadway premiere of Floyd Collins, a musical with book by Tina Landau, music and lyrics by Adam Guettel, additional lyrics by Tina Landau and direction by Tina Landau. Meet the cast!
FLOYD COLLINS to Offer $49 Tickets Through Digital Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater is launching an online ticket lottery for the Broadway premiere of FLOYD COLLINS. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
FLOYD COLLINS Delays First Broadway Preview
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater's FLOYD COLLINS, a musical with book by Tina Landau, music and lyrics by Adam Guettel, additional lyrics by Tina Landau and direction by Tina Landau, has delayed its first preview. Learn more!
Photos: Jeremy Jordan and the Cast of FLOYD COLLINS Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 12, 2025

Jeremy Jordan will soon lead the Lincoln Center Theater production of Floyd Collins. Previews begin this month at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. The cast recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!
Video: Jeremy Jordan on FLOYD COLLINS' Genre-Bending Opening Number
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2025

Watch Jeremy Jordan dig deeper into the opening number of Floyd Collins, 'The Call.' After the music video for the song was recently released by Lincoln Center, Jordan is diving into the song and its meaning in a new behind-the-scenes video.
Exclusive: Inside FLOYD COLLINS' First Rehearsal with Jeremy Jordan and More
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 28, 2025

The cast, creative team, and members of the Lincoln Center Theater staff attended the first rehearsal of the Broadway premiere of FLOYD COLLINS, a musical with book, additional lyrics and direction by Tina Landau and music and lyrics by Adam Guettel. Watch highlights from the big day in this video!
Exclusive Photos: Jeremy Jordan, Lizzy McAlpine, and an All-Star Cast in FLOYD COLLINS Rehearsals at Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025

Discover exclusive rehearsal photos of Broadway's FLOYD COLLINS starring Jeremy Jordan and Lizzy McAlpine. Uncover the excitement as this musical masterpiece prepares for its Lincoln Center debut! Click to see the full gallery.
Watch: Jeremy Jordan's Stunning Performance of 'The Call' from Broadway's FLOYD COLLINS
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2025

Floyd Collins is calling! Lincoln Center has released a new video of Jeremy Jordan performing 'The Call' from the upcoming Broadway production. Listen to the former Great Gatsby star's sweeping vocals in the new video now and dive into the excitement as previews launch at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater.
Everything You Don't Know About FLOYD COLLINS
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 7, 2024

Lincoln Center Theater is preparing for the Broadway premiere of Floyd Collins- the first major revival since the show's off Broadway premiere in 1996. Since then, the musical has gained a loyal fanbase, but remains largely unknown by musical theatre-loving audiences. What do you need to know...?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Dwayne Cooper been in?

Dwayne Cooper has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Dwayne Cooper been in?

Dwayne Cooper has not appeared in the West End.

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