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Kevin Conway

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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BIO

Conway is best known for starring in the Broadway revival of Of Mice and Men, as well as The Elephant Man on and off-Broadway. His other Broadway credits included Dinner At Eight, On the Waterfront, The Plough and the Stars, Moonchildren, and Indians. In 1980, he was nominated for the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director of a Play for Mecca.

His off-Broadway credits include One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, One for the Road, Other People's Money, and When You Comin' Back, Red Ryder?, for which he received the 1974 Drama Desk Award.

Conway also appeared on screen in films such as Slaughterhouse-Five, based on the Kurt Vonnegut novel. His other film credits include Funny Farm, Invincible, Thirteen Days, and Ron Maxwell's Civil War Duology: Gods and Generals and Gettysburg, among others. In 1987, Conway directed the independent film The Sun and the Moon.

Conway also made multiple appearances on the small screen, including his appearance as the Control Voice for the revived series of The Outer Limits from 1995 to 2002. He made a guest appearance on Star Trek: The Next Generation, and guest starred on The Good Wife episodes "Threesome", "Boom", and "Wrongful Termination".

He has also made appearances on Oz, JAG, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, In the Heat of the Night, and The Black Donnellys.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Dan Packard

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2000
Lt. Schmidt

[Broadway]
1995
Johnny Friendly

[Broadway]
1979
Belgian Policeman

Frederick Treves

[Broadway]
1974
George

[Broadway]
1973
The Young Covey

[Broadway]
1972
Mike

[Broadway]
1969
Black Hawk

Colonel Forsyth (Understudy)

Ol' Time President (Understudy)

Senator Logan (Understudy)

Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1989 - Best Actor - Play

Kevin Conway, Other People's Money

Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Kevin Conway, Mecca


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1974 - Outstanding Performance

Kevin Conway, When You Comin' Back Red Ryder

News


New York Talent Manager Bill Treusch Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2022

Esteemed New York talent manager Bill Treusch died following a long illness on Tuesday, November 15th in New York City. Born March 16, 1942, Bill lived his life in New York City.  Bill was a beloved brother, uncle, manager, mentor, and friend wholeaves behind a wonderfully eclectic group of friends and colleagues. 
Wake Up With BWW 2/10: Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf Will Lead DEATH OF A SALESMAN Revival, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2020

Today's top stories: Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf will lead a revival of Death of a Salesman in 2021, and more!
THE STONE WITCH to Begin Performances Off-Broadway on Monday 3/12
by Julie Musbach - Mar 9, 2018

Producers Darlene Kaplan, Laura Janik Cronin and Scott Newsome, in association with Alec Seymour, present the Off-Broadway premiere of The Stone Witch, a play by Shem Bitterman (A Death in Colombia, Influence).  Performances begin Monday, March 12, 2018 for an open-ended engagement atThe Westside Theatre - Upstairs (407 West 43rd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues).  Opening Night is Sunday evening, March 25, 2018 at 6:30PM.
Dan Lauria to Lead the Off-Broadway Cast of THE STONE WITCH
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2018

Producers Darlene Kaplan, Laura Janik Cronin and Scott J. Newsome, have announced, today, the cast and creative team for the Off-Broadway premiere of The Stone Witch, a play by Shem Bitterman (A Death in Colombia, Influence). Performances begin Monday, March 12, 2018 for an open-ended engagement at The Westside Theatre - Upstairs (407 West 43rd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). Opening Night is set for Sunday evening, March 25, 2018 at 6:30PM.
Don Henley, Ken Burns, Erik Ewers and Christopher Loren Ewers Set for WALDEN Film Premiere at Boston College
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2017

Musician Don Henley and filmmakers Ken Burns, Erik Ewers and Christopher Loren Ewers will host the premiere of Burns executive produced film, 'Walden' on November 8th at Boston College.
Don Henley, Ken Burns, Erik Ewers and Christopher Loren Ewers Set for WALDEN Film Premiere at Boston College
by Movies News Desk - Nov 2, 2017

Musician Don Henley and filmmakers Ken Burns, Erik Ewers and Christopher Loren Ewers will host the premiere of Burns executive produced film, 'Walden' on November 8th at Boston College.
Skylight Theatre Company to Begin Accepting PlayLab Submissions Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 14, 2015

The award-winning Skylight Theatre Company will be accepting applications for the 4th round of its well-regarded Skylight PlayLab, headed by renowned playwright and screenwriter Shem Bitterman. Interested playwrights from the Southern California area can apply from December 15, 2015 until January 31, 2016 for the upcoming 2016/17 Season.
Chris O'Dowd to Star Opposite James Franco in OF MICE AND MEN Revival?
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 17, 2013

Now according to the New York Times, the production will be led by James Franco as 'George', who has been long rumored to be involved with the revival. Though no one has signed on to play 'Lennie', Chris O'Dowd (Bridesmaids, Girls) is in talks to make his Broadway debut in the role. Additional casting has not yet been announced.
Photo Flash: First Look at Joe Orrach in Odyssey Theatre's IN MY CORNER
by BWW News Desk - Sep 10, 2013

A universal story, uniquely told. Odyssey Theatre Ensemble presents In My Corner, a singular new play byLizbeth Hasse and Joe Orrach that works boxing, tap dance and music into the story of a street smart, wise guy Puerto Rican kid from New York City who comes of age in the ring and at the barre. Jeremiah Chechik (Benny & Joon, Diabolique) directs Orrach in an exhilarating performance that takes off to the beat of an original score by Matthew Clark, performed live on stage by Clark on piano, Eugene Warren on bass and percussionist Ronnie Gutierrez. In My Corner opened for a nine-week run at the Odyssey Theatre on Sept. 6. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below!
Bradley Cooper to Play THE ELEPHANT MAN with Patricia Clarkson at The Williamstown Theatre Festival this Summer
by James T Harding - Apr 16, 2012

Bradley Cooper is set to play John Merrick in a production of Bernard Pomerance's THE ELEPHANT MAN at the Williamstown Theatre Festival July 25 to August 5. Scott Ellis will direct and Patricia Clarkson will feature in the cast, according to the New York Times.
The Grimy Announces THE ELEPHANT MAN Run Beginning 3/28
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2012

The Grimy has announced a six-week limited engagement of The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance, directed by Reid Scott, at Theatre 68 in Los Angeles. There will be two preview performances on March 28 and 29, with opening night set for Friday, March 30 at 8:00.
The Grimy Announces THE ELEPHANT MAN Run Beginning 3/28
by James T Harding - Mar 15, 2012

The Grimy has announced a six-week limited engagement of The Elephant Man by Bernard Pomerance, directed by Reid Scott, at Theatre 68 in Los Angeles. There will be two preview performances on March 28 and 29, with opening night set for Friday, March 30 at 8:00.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kevin Conway been in?

Kevin Conway has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Kevin Conway been in?

Kevin Conway has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Kevin Conway been nominated for?

Best Actor - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Other People's Money, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mecca and Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for When You Comin' Back Red Ryder.

What awards has Kevin Conway won?

Kevin Conway has won the Best Actor - Play award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Other People's Money. He also received the Outstanding Performance award from the Drama Desk Awards for When You Comin' Back Red Ryder.

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