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BIO

Quentin Earl was most recently seen on Broadway as Agwe in the Tony Award-winning revival of Once On This Island for which he earned a Grammy Award nomination. He made his Broadway debut in the Tony nominated revival of Ragtime, starring as Coalhouse Walker Jr. and was also seen as Old Deuteronomy in the Broadway revival of CATS. National Tours: Memphis, The Color Purple, The Lion King, Ragtime. Q has also starred in productions at The Kennedy Center, NY City Center, Papermill Playhouse, the MUNY, The Cincinnati Playhouse, Sacramento Music Circus, and the Goodspeed Opera House among others… In addition to his stage career, Q has recently guest starred on “NCIS: NOLA,” “The Blacklist,” “The Good Fight,” “Second Wave,” and recurs on the new CBS drama “The Code.” He holds an MFA from the University of Central Florida and a BFA from the University of South Florida.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Joseph Jackson / Rob


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Agwe


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2016
Victor [Replacement]

Old Deuteronomy

Victor [Replacement]

Old Deuteronomy

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2016
Major Holmes


[New York]
City Center Encores! Off-Center Production, 2015
Minister


[US Tour]
National Tour, 2011
Delray


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Coalhouse Walker, Jr.


[Regional (US)]
Regional Revival, 2005
Lucas [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2005
Coalhouse Walker, Jr.


Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Quentin Earl Darrington, MJ the Musical

Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

Quentin Earl DarringtonRagtime

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News


Photos: THE BAKER'S WIFE Celebrates Opening Night at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

Classic Stage Company celebrated the opening night of The Baker’s Wife, featuring a book by Tony Award winner Joseph Stein, music & lyrics by Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Stephen Schwartz. See photos here!
American Conservatory Theater Raises $620,000 at Season Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2025

American Conservatory Theater's annual season gala, Ignite the Night, raised $620,000 to support A.C.T.’s diverse and far-reaching artistic, artist training, and education and community programs.
BWW Q&A: Rob McClure Talks Damn Yankees at Arena Stage
by Joshua Wright - Oct 29, 2025

We spoke to Rob McClure about Arena Stage's Broadway-Bound revival of Damn Yankees. This newly-imagined take on the beloved classic stars Rob McClure (Applegate), Ana Villafañe (Lola), Tony Award nominee Jordan Donica (Joe Hardy), Grammy Award nominee Quentin Earl Darrington (Joe Boyd), Bryonha Marie (Meg Boyd), and Alysha Umphress (Gloria Thorpe).
Video: Jordan Donica Sings 'Goodbye, Old Girl' from DAMN YANKEES
by Joshua Wright - Oct 28, 2025

Get a first look at Jordan Donica as Joe Hardy singing 'Goodbye, Old Girl' from Damn Yankees, running through November 9, 2025 at Arena Stage.
Exclusive: Rob McClure Sings 'Those Were The Good Old Days' from DAMN YANKEES
by Joshua Wright - Oct 28, 2025

Get a first look at Rob McClure singing Those Were The Good Old Days' from Damn Yankees, running through November 9, 2025. This newly-imagined take on the beloved classic stars Rob McClure (Applegate), Ana Villafañe (Lola), and Tony Award nominee Jordan Donica (Joe Hardy).
Video: Ana Villafañe & Jordan Donica of DAMN YANKEES Perform 'Two Lost Souls' at Arena Stage
by Joshua Wright - Oct 7, 2025

Watch Ana Villafañe as Lola, Jordan Donica as Joe Hardy, and the Company of DAMN YANKEES at Arena Stage performing 'Two Lost Souls.'
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 1, 2025- RAGTIME Hits Late Night and More
by - Oct 1, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: First Look at Revised DAMN YANKEES at Arena Stage
by Michael Major - Sep 30, 2025

Watch a video of Damn Yankees starring Rob McClure (Applegate), Ana Villafañe (Lola), Jordan Donica (Joe Hardy), Grammy Award nominee Quentin Earl Darrington (Joe Boyd), Bryonha Marie (Meg Boyd), and Alysha Umphress (Gloria Thorpe),
Photos: First Look at Arena Stage's Revised DAMN YANKEES
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 22, 2025

Now running at Arena Stage is a revival of Damn Yankees, running through November 9, 2025, in the Fichandler Theater. Check out a first look at the star-studded cast in action!
Review Roundup: DAMN YANKEES Opens at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025

See what the critics are saying about Damn Yankees at Arena Stage! Read the reviews for the production starring Rob McClure, Ana Villafañe and more, and learn more here!
Review: DAMN YANKEES at Arena Stage Starring Rob McClure, Ana Villafañe & Jordan Donica
by Mary Lincer - Sep 21, 2025

What did our critic think of DAMN YANKEES at Fichandler Stage?
American Conservatory Theater Will Host IGNITE THE NIGHT Gala
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) and gala co-chairs Ann and Rodman Marymor, Karesha McGee, and Caroline Nassif have announced A.C.T.’s annual season gala, Ignite the Night.
Interview: Theatre Life with Ana Villafañe
by Elliot Lanes - Aug 29, 2025

Today’s subject Ana Villafañe is currently living her theatre life at Arena Stage preparing to begin performances of the newly revised version of Damn Yankees. She will be playing the iconic role of Lola made famous by Gwen Verdon. The show will run from September 9th to November 9th in Arena Stage’s Fichandler Stage space.
Video: DAMN YANKEES Star Quentin Earl Darrington Performs National Anthem At Nationals Park
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2025

Quentin Earl Darrington, who stars as Joe Boyd in Arena Stage’s upcoming production of Damn Yankees, performed the National Anthem at Nationals Park on August 15, 2025, ahead of the Washington Nationals vs. Philadelphia Phillies game. Watch the video!
Rob McClure, Ana Villafañe, Jordan Donica and More to Star in DAMN YANKEES at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2025

Arena Stage has revealed the cast for their revival of Damn Yankees, starring Rob McClure, Ana Villafañe and more. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Broadway Dreams 2025 Summer Intensive Tour to Launch This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025

Broadway Dreams' 2025 Summer Performing Arts Intensive Tour “House of Love,” is launching this week in Nashville, TN. Learn more and see how to attend here!
Video: Behind the Dance of 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - Mar 17, 2025

Go behind the choreography of 3 Summers of Lincoln at La Jolla Playhouse. Watch a video of co-lyricist and co-choreography Daniel J. Watts break down the dancing in the new musical, alongside his co-choreographer, Jon Rua!
Video: Behind the Music of 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - Mar 12, 2025

Watch a video of the creative team behind 3 Summer of Lincoln discuss the process behind adding music to Abraham Lincoln's story for the new musical, which has an original score of gospel, R&B, powerhouse anthems, and Broadway.
Review: 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - Mar 5, 2025

“3 Summers of Lincoln” at the La Jolla Playhouse brings you a vibrant musical about a friendship between President Lincoln and Frederick Douglass that changed the course of American history. 
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On La Jolla's 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN
by Joshua Wright - Mar 4, 2025

3 Summers of Lincoln, starring Ivan Hernandez, Quentin Earl Darrington, Carmen Cusack, John-Andrew Morrison, and more is now on stage at La Jolla Playhouse. The world premiere musical is now playing at La Jolla Playhouse through March 23, 2025.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Quentin Earl Darrington been in?

Quentin Earl Darrington has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Quentin Earl Darrington been in?

Quentin Earl Darrington has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Quentin Earl Darrington been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for MJ the Musical and Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Ragtime.

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