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GLENN DAVIS is an actor, producer and Artistic Director of Steppenwolf Theatre Company, alongside Audrey Francis, where he has been an ensemble member since 2017. His Steppenwolf credits include Downstate, The Christians, You Got Older, The Brother/Sister Plays, Head of Passes, King James (also Mark Taper Forum), Describe the Night, and, most recently, Purpose. Broadway credits include Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo (also Kirk Douglas Theatre, Mark Taper Forum). Off-Broadway credits include Transfers (MCC Theatre), Wig Out! (Vineyard Theatre), Downstate (Playwrights Horizons, Outer Critics Circle Nomination), and King James (MTC). Other regional credits include Moscow x6 (Williamstown Theatre Festival). International credits include Downstate (National Theatre, UK); Edward II, The Winter’s Tale and As You Like It (Stratford Festival); Othello (The Shakespeare Company). Television credits include Billions, 24, The Unit, Jericho and The Good Wife. Glenn is an Artistic Associate at the Young Vic in London and at the Vineyard Theatre in New York. He is also a partner in Cast Iron Entertainment, a collective of artists consisting of Sterling K Brown, Brian Tyree Henry, Jon Michael Hill, Andre Holland and Tarell Alvin McCraney. Cast Iron is currently in residence at The Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. In 2021, Glenn founded The Chatham Grove Company along with his producing partner Tarell Alvin McCraney.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2025
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Off-Broadway Premiere Production , 2023
Shawn


[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2022
Gio


[Off-Broadway]
MCC World Premiere Production, 2018
Performer


[Chicago]
Chicago Premiere, 2018
Mac


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Tom


[Off-Broadway]
2008
Deity


Productions

 
[Broadway, 2025]
Artistic Director

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Glenn Davis, Purpose

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Play

Glenn Davis, Downstate

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Photos: Namir Smallwood, Jon Michael Hill and More in WINDFALL at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting Windfall by Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by Awoye Timpo. The production is currently onstage, and running through the end of May. See production photos here!
Video: Inside Rehearsals for WINDFALL at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2026

Steppenwolf Theatre Company has released rehearsal footage of WINDFALL, the world premiere of a new work by Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney, now playing through May 31, 2026 in the Ensemble Theater.
Photos: Namir Smallwood and More in Rehearsals for WINDFALL at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 50th Anniversary Season with Windfall, a communal experience crafted by Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by Awoye Timpo. See rehearsal photos here!
Review: SLEEPING BEAUTY at Maine State Ballet: The Sparkle of Spring Awakening
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Mar 29, 2026

What better way to welcome Spring back to Maine than with the classic fairytale of re-awakening, SLEEPING BEAUTY, which Maine State Ballet has chosen for its current performance! 
Geffen Playhouse Reveals 2026/2027 Season - PURPOSE, WINE IN THE WILDERNESS and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026

Geffen Playhouse has unveiled five productions that will make up its 2026/2027 season lineup from Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director Tarell Alvin McCraney. The lineup will feature a mix of world, West Coast and Los Angeles premieres.
Alana Arenas, Glenn Davis, Jon Michael Hill, and Namir Smallwood to Star in Steppenwolf Theatre's WINDFALL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

Steppenwolf Theatre Company has revealed the full cast for its world premiere of Windfall, a new work by Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by Awoye Timpo.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company Reveals 2026/27 Season - TOPDOG/UNDERDOG and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026

xSteppenwolf Theatre Company has unveiled its 2026/27 Season. The 51st Season features five Steppenwolf Membership Series productions: two world premieres, a Chicago premiere, an English-Language premiere and a modern masterpiece.
Photos: First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre's THE DANCE OF DEATH
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 50th Anniversary Season with August Strindberg’s The Dance of Death, adapted by Conor McPherson. Check out photos from the production below.
Namir Smallwood, Jon Michael Hill and More to Star in WINDFALL World Premiere at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026

Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with Windfall, a new work by Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company to Preview WINDFALL by Tarell Alvin McCraney in NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026

Works & Process will present Steppenwolf Theatre Company for a preview performance of Windfall by Tarell Alvin McCraney, set for Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7PM at the Peter B. Lewis Theater.
THE DANCE OF DEATH to be Presented at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2025

Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with August Strindberg’s master class in marital warfare The Dance of Death, adapted by Conor McPherson.
LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD Will Close Early on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 12, 2025

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Little Bear Ridge Road, the new play by Samuel D. Hunter, starring Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock, with direction by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello, will close earlier than expected.
Photos: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025

Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries is back on the New York stage, and recently celebrated its gala opening for its off-Broadway run. Check out photos from the opening night here!
Photos: AMADEUS Opens at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

Steppenwolf Theatre Company recently opened Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls, in the Ensemble Theater. Check out photos from opening night here!
Peter Shaffer's AMADEUS Extends at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

Due to popular demand, Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s highly-anticipated production of Amadeus has added two additional weeks of performances.
Photos: AMADEUS At Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS, directed by Tony Award winner Robert Falls. Explore new production photos from Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s AMADEUS, featuring Ian Barford and members of the ensemble.
From Chicago to NYC: Steppenwolf’s Broadway Boom
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2025

Many Steppenwolf productions have made the jump to Broadway, with three shows transferring in 2025 alone. Learn more about Purpose, Bug, The Minutes, and more!
Full Cast Set for Steppenwolf Theatre's THE DANCE OF DEATH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025

Steppenwolf Theatre Company has revealed the full cast for the third production of its 50th Anniversary Season: The Dance of Death, August Strindberg’s master class in marital warfare. Learn more!
Photos: Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock in LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Performances are underway for Little Bear Ridge Road, the new Broadway play by Samuel D. Hunter, starring Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock, with direction by Tony winner Joe Mantello. Get a first look at the show on stage in the photo preview.
2025 BLACK THEATRE ALLIANCE AWARDS Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025

The 2025 Black Theatre Alliance Awards have announced nominations celebrating excellence in Chicago’s African American theatre community. The ceremony will take place October 27, 2025, at the Beverly Arts Center and honor ILesia Duncan with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Glenn Davis been in?

Glenn Davis has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Glenn Davis been in?

Glenn Davis has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Glenn Davis been nominated for?

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Purpose and Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Downstate.

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