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BIO

James Harkness is a Scottish actor. He is known for his roles as Craig Myers in the BBC crime drama The Victim (2019), as James in BBC drama The Nest (2020) and footballer Jimmy Love in the Netflix drama The English Game (2020) and the Sky Original Gangs of London.



James Harkness was most recently seen on Broadway in Ain't Too Proud the Life and Times of the Temptations. Additional credits include Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Aida, The Color Purple, and Chicago. He also has a best director nominee, is an award-winning choreographer, and a songwriter. His debut show, Fragments of Me, performed at the Metropolitan Room in New York, is available on YouTube.

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STAGE CREDITS

Ain't Too Proud Ain't Too Proud
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Paul Williams
Ain't Too Proud Ain't Too Proud
[Regional (US)]
Berkeley Rep World Premiere Production, 2017
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Drifter [Replacement]
Ensemble
Drifter [Replacement]
Ensemble
Dreamgirls Dreamgirls
[US Tour]
Touring Revival, 2009
Guys and Dolls Guys and Dolls
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Society Max
Ensemble
Society Max
Applause
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2008
Ensemble
The Color Purple The Color Purple
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Can-Can
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2004
Dreamgirls
[Broadway]
New York Concert, 2001
Aida Aida
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Amonasro (Understudy) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Chicago Chicago
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Fred Casely [Replacement]
[Replacement]

Movies

Macbeth
[ 2015 ] Angus
The Program
[ 2015 ] Wayne
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
[ 2016 ] Private Bteren
Darkest Hour
[ 2017 ] AD Nicholl Secretary #1
Wild Rose
[ 2018 ] Elliot
Spencer
[ 2021 ] Footman Paul
Poison Arrows
[ 2022 ] Terry McLean

TV Shows

The Bombing of Pan Am 103
[ 2025-2025 ] Sandy Gay
A Thousand Blows
[ 2024-2025 ] Brenner

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THE BEAT OF A WANDERNG HEART at The Beechman to be Livestreamed Photo
THE BEAT OF A WANDERNG HEART at The Beechman to be Livestreamed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

The new musical revue The Beat of a Wandering Heart – The Songs of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins will present a special livestream option. This will give audiences that can’t get to New York a chance to enjoy the show’s world premiere production.
Review: Breathtaking BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART Bows at The Laurie Beechman Theatre Photo
Review: Breathtaking BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART Bows at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 13, 2025

It's a long time coming but there is finally a revue made up of the works of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins, and it's the revue they deserve.
Christine Andreas and More to Star in THE BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART at The Laurie Bee Photo
Christine Andreas and More to Star in THE BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART at The Laurie Beechman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025

The new musical revue The Beat of a Wandering Heart – The Songs of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins will celebrate its world premiere production at New York’s Laurie Beechman Theatre.
Interview: Marty Silvestri & Joel Higgins on THE BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART at The Lau Photo
Interview: Marty Silvestri & Joel Higgins on THE BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART at The Laurie Beechman
by Rebecca Kaplan - Nov 10, 2025

The songwriters present a revue of their 40-plus-year partnership to the Beechman 11/11 to 11/16, with Christine Andreas, George Dvorsky, James Harkness & Casey Borghesi. We spoke with Silvestri and Higgins about the new show, their career, and more.
Cabaret Roundup: November 10-16- Marilu Henner, Margaret Cho & More Photo
Cabaret Roundup: November 10-16- Marilu Henner, Margaret Cho & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Nov 10, 2025

Here are a few top picks in NYC to consider this week including a new work by the late Broadway songwriter William Finn, Taxi star Marilu Henner in a new solo show, New York Comedy Festival performances and more.
George Dvorsky to Join Christine Andreas and More in THE BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART Photo
George Dvorsky to Join Christine Andreas and More in THE BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025

The Beat of a Wandering Heart – The Songs of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins will welcome Broadway’s George Dvorsky to complete its cast when the new musical revue makes its world premiere this fall.
THE BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART to be Presented at The Laurie Beechman Theatre Photo
THE BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART to be Presented at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2025

The new musical revue The Beat of a Wandering Heart – The Songs of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins will have its world premiere production this fall at New York’s Laurie Beechman Theatre. Learn more and see how to attend.
TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup Photo
TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paloma Diamond, Chester Gregory, and many more! See the full lineup here.
ANGEL OF ARKANSAS Directed By Susan Stroman To Receive Second Industry Presentation I Photo
ANGEL OF ARKANSAS Directed By Susan Stroman To Receive Second Industry Presentation In New York
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2024

Susan Stroman's ANGEL OF ARKANSAS will have a second industry presentation in New York, showcasing the new musical to potential producers and investors.
Kerry Butler, Andy Mientus & More to Star in ANGEL OF ARKANSAS Industry Presentation Photo
Kerry Butler, Andy Mientus & More to Star in ANGEL OF ARKANSAS Industry Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2024

A by-invitation-only industry presentation of the new musical, Angel of Arkansas, will be held in New York. See who is starring, and learn more about the show.
Jackie Burns, Kevin Cahoon, and More Will Lead Industry Reading of New Musical SILK Photo
Jackie Burns, Kevin Cahoon, and More Will Lead Industry Reading of New Musical SILK
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2023

'SILK' A New Musical receives an industry reading. Press release announces the upcoming presentation of the musical.
Frank Ferrante Extends Run In Chicago's CABARET ZAZOU; Dates Announced For 2023-24 S Photo
Frank Ferrante Extends Run In Chicago's CABARET ZAZOU; Dates Announced For 2023-24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2023

Actor/comedian and London Olivier nominee Frank Ferrante who plays the comic lead in Chicago's critically acclaimed cirque/cabaret sensation, Cabaret ZaZou, will extend beyond his contracted spring commitment and continue through summer.
Cabaret Zazou Celebrates Their 100th Chicago Performance Photo
Cabaret Zazou Celebrates Their 100th Chicago Performance
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2023

On Wednesday, January 11th, Cabaret ZaZou will be performing their 100th show in Chicago. The immersive variety dinner show, which plays to sold-out houses, continues to delight audience members in a vintage Belgian Spiegeltent on the 14th floor of the Cambria Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Theatre District.
Cabaret Zazou's Inaugural Production LUMINAIRE Comes to Chicago This Fall Photo
Cabaret Zazou's Inaugural Production LUMINAIRE Comes to Chicago This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2022

CABARET ZAZOU’s premier production, Luminaire will open on September 7, 2022. The new, groundbreaking, immersive variety dinner show, will make its worldwide debut in a vintage Spiegeltent on the 14th floor of the Cambria Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Theatre District.
One Singular Sensation: A CHORUS LINE Opens At Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Photo
One Singular Sensation: A CHORUS LINE Opens At Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2022

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival opens the iconic Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical A Chorus Line. The show previews June 22 & 23, opens June 24 and will run through July 10 at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of DeSales University.
Tony-Winner Jennifer Holliday Stops By THE ROUNDTABLE WITH ROBERT BANNON Photo
Tony-Winner Jennifer Holliday Stops By THE ROUNDTABLE WITH ROBERT BANNON
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2022

Tony/Grammy Winning Superstar Jennifer Holliday joins 'The Roundtable with Robert Bannon' Thursday May 12th at 7pm EST on 'The Roundtable' YouTube Channel. Holliday, famous for her portrayal of Effie in 'Dreamgirls' recently released a brand new single 'So In Love' now streaming on all streaming platforms.
Ryann Redmond, Jelani Remy, Jason Gotay & More to Star in 7th Annual BROADWAY FOR SEL Photo
Ryann Redmond, Jelani Remy, Jason Gotay & More to Star in 7th Annual BROADWAY FOR SELF HELP AFRICA Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2022

Madison Wells Forward, the philanthropic division of Madison Wells, is partnering with the organization Self Help Africa to present the seventh annual concert event: Broadway for Self Help Africa on Monday, May 23 at 7:00pm at The Cutting Room in NYC (44 E. 32nd Street). 
Photos: Robert Bannon Presents REWIND at Green Room 42 Photo
Photos: Robert Bannon Presents REWIND at Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2022

Robert Bannon presents 'Rewind' Live at Greenroom 42. The show was directed by Robbie Rozelle & Music Directed by Yasuhiko Fukuoka. 
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of QUEENS GIRL IN THE WORLD Photo
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of QUEENS GIRL IN THE WORLD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2022

Abingdon Theatre Company has released opening night images of their Off-Broadway production of Queens Girl in the World. The one woman play, written by Caleen Sinette Jennings, stars Felicia Curry as protagonist, Jacqueline Marie Butler.
Photos: Silber-Silver Sings Silvery Songs W/The Singing Set In I WISH: THE ROLES THAT Photo
Photos: Silber-Silver Sings Silvery Songs W/The Singing Set In I WISH: THE ROLES THAT COULD HAVE BEEN at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Bobby Patrick - Mar 28, 2022

Birthed from a brain tweet by Alexandra Silber - I WISH: THE ROLES THAT COULD HAVE BEEN - brought Al and her pals back to Feinstein’s/54 Below to celebrate the dawn of a new age of theatre where all roles are open to all people with the power to wish it so… even in their showers.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has James Harkness been in?

James Harkness has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has James Harkness been in?

James Harkness has not appeared in the West End.

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