Namir Smallwood
Latest News on Namir Smallwood:
Steppenwolf Theatre Company Reveals 2026/27 Season - TOPDOG/UNDERDOG and More (Mar 4, 2026)
Photos: Paul Rudd and Victoria Clark Visit BUG on Broadway (Feb 24, 2026)
Tony Awards Eligibility Announced for BUG, CHESS, and More (Feb 19, 2026)
Steppenwolf Theatre Company Reveals 2026/27 Season - TOPDOG/UNDERDOG and More (Mar 4, 2026)
Photos: Paul Rudd and Victoria Clark Visit BUG on Broadway (Feb 24, 2026)
Tony Awards Eligibility Announced for BUG, CHESS, and More (Feb 19, 2026)
BIO
Namir Smallwood joined the Steppenwolf Theatre Company ensemble in 2017. Steppenwolf: You Will Get Sick, The Book of Grace, The Seagull, Bug, True West, BLKS, Monster, Man In Love, The Hot L Baltimore, Last Night and the Night Before. Broadway: Pass Over. Off-Broadway: Pipeline, Pass Over (Lincoln Center). Chicago: Primary Trust (Goodman); Charm (Northlight Theatre); The Grapes of Wrath (The Gift Theatre); East Texas Hot Links (Writers Theatre). Regional: Marin Theatre Company, Pillsbury House Theatre, Ten Thousand Things, Guthrie Theater. International: True West (Galway International Arts Festival). Television: “Chicago Fire,” “Betrayal,” “Elementary,” “American Rust” (Showtime/FreeVee); “Power Book IV: Force” (STARZ). Film: Rounding, About Time, Bailey’s Blues.
Photos
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Ensemble members Kate Arrington and Caroline Neff, director/ensemble member K. Todd Freeman, playwright/ensemble member Rajiv Joseph, ensemble member Tim Hopper, Emilie Maureen Hanson and ensemble member Namir Smallwood
Date:
09/26/2025
From: Photos: Steppenwolf Theatre Company Celebrates Opening Night of Rajiv Joseph’s MR. WOLF
Executive Director Brooke Flanagan, Artistic Director Glenn Davis, ensemble members Kate Arrington and Caroline Neff, director/ensemble member K. Todd Freeman, playwright/ensemble member Rajiv Joseph, ensemble members Tim Hopper and Namir Smallwood, Emili
Date:
09/26/2025
From: Photos: Steppenwolf Theatre Company Celebrates Opening Night of Rajiv Joseph’s MR. WOLF
STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play
Namir Smallwood, Pipeline
Videos
Video: Carrie Coon Reveals Medical Scare That Led to Cancelled BUG Performances
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-16 10:32:49
Video: Carrie Coon Reflects on Audience Reactions to Broadway's BUG
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-15 15:24:09
Video: Carrie Coon Shares How THE WHITE LOTUS Role Led to Broadway's BUG
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-12 11:02:10
Video: Tracy Letts Shares Why BUG No Longer Feels Like Science Fiction
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-07 13:20:44
LEROY AND LUCY World Premiere, NOISES OFF & More Announced For Steppenwolf's 2024/2025 Season
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-13 13:29:34
Video: Get a First Look at LAST NIGHT AND THE NIGHT BEFORE at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-04-19 13:40:25
VIDEO: PASS OVER Takes Its First Broadway Bow at the August Wilson Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2021-08-04 22:25:15
TV: See Carrie Coon, Namir Smallwood in Rehearsal for Steppenwolf's Debut of Tracy Letts' Play BUG
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2020-01-24 13:01:35
TV: Watch Highlights from Dominique Morisseau's PIPELINE, Opening Tonight at LCT
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-07-10 13:13:25
STAGE TUBE: Watch a Riveting New Trailer for MONSTER at Steppenwolf for Young Adults
by BWW
News Desk - 2017-02-17 00:30:00
STAGE TUBE: Watch a Riveting New Trailer for MONSTER at Steppenwolf for Young Adults
by Stage Tube - 2017-02-08 11:41:01
News
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.
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: Paul Rudd and Victoria Clark Visit BUG on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 24, 2026
Paul Rudd and Victoria Clark both recently paid a visit to Bug on Broadway, where they posed backstage with the show's star, Carrie Coon. Check out photos of the stars backstage here!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 24, 2026
Paul Rudd and Victoria Clark both recently paid a visit to Bug on Broadway, where they posed backstage with the show's star, Carrie Coon. Check out photos of the stars backstage here!
Tony Awards Eligibility Announced for BUG, CHESS, and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
The Tony Awards Administration Committee met for the second time to confirm the eligibility status of five Broadway productions for the 2025-2026 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
The Tony Awards Administration Committee met for the second time to confirm the eligibility status of five Broadway productions for the 2025-2026 season.
Photos: Pedro Pascal and Lux Pascal Visit BUG on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 17, 2026
Pedro Pascal and Lux Pascal recently paid a visit to Bug on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment when the brother-and-sister pair met with the cast backstage. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 17, 2026
Pedro Pascal and Lux Pascal recently paid a visit to Bug on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment when the brother-and-sister pair met with the cast backstage. Check out photos here!
BUG on Broadway Starring Carrie Coon Extends for a Second Time
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of Bug, written by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, will extend its run for the second time.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of Bug, written by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, will extend its run for the second time.
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.
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.
Video: Carrie Coon Reveals Medical Scare That Led to Cancelled BUG Performances
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2026
Carrie Coon is setting the record straight about the recent cancelled performances of Bug on Broadway. While on Late Night with Seth Meyers, the performer shared insight into the illness that led to the cancellation of an Act 2 matinee and the final preview performance. Watch the conversation now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2026
Carrie Coon is setting the record straight about the recent cancelled performances of Bug on Broadway. While on Late Night with Seth Meyers, the performer shared insight into the illness that led to the cancellation of an Act 2 matinee and the final preview performance. Watch the conversation now.
Video: Carrie Coon Reflects on Audience Reactions to Broadway's BUG
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2026
Bug star Carrie Coon recently visited Live with Kelly and Mark to talk about her experience in the show, along with the response she has received from audience members. Check out the discussion now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2026
Bug star Carrie Coon recently visited Live with Kelly and Mark to talk about her experience in the show, along with the response she has received from audience members. Check out the discussion now.
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 1/11/26 - Overall Grosses Down 34% From Prior Week
by - Jan 13, 2026
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 1/11/2026.
by - Jan 13, 2026
Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 1/11/2026.
Video: Carrie Coon and Tracy Letts Talk Love of Theater on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 12, 2026
During an interview on CBS Sunday Morning, Carrie Coon shared how her success in shows like The White Lotus and The Gilded Age led to her return to Broadway after 14 years. Watch the segment, also featuing her husband, Bug playwright Tracy Letts.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 12, 2026
During an interview on CBS Sunday Morning, Carrie Coon shared how her success in shows like The White Lotus and The Gilded Age led to her return to Broadway after 14 years. Watch the segment, also featuing her husband, Bug playwright Tracy Letts.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 12, 2026- Critics Stop By BUG On Broadway and More
by - Jan 12, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 12, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by - Jan 12, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 12, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
BUG on Broadway Starring Carrie Coon Will Extend for Additional Two Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of Bug, written by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, will extend its run for an additional two weeks.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of Bug, written by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, will extend its run for an additional two weeks.
Review Roundup: Carrie Coon, Namir Smallwood and More Star in BUG on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the first Broadway production of Tracy Letts' Bug, the sci-fi thriller written by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. Read reviews for the production!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the first Broadway production of Tracy Letts' Bug, the sci-fi thriller written by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. Read reviews for the production!
BUG Cancels Final Broadway Preview Due To Illness
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club has canceled the final preview performance of BUG due to an illness in the company. The Broadway production, starring Carrie Coon and Namir Smallwood, is still scheduled to open January 8 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club has canceled the final preview performance of BUG due to an illness in the company. The Broadway production, starring Carrie Coon and Namir Smallwood, is still scheduled to open January 8 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.
Video: Tracy Letts Talks Conspiracy Theories and the Relevance of BUG
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026
During a visit to The Late Show, playwright Tracy Letts spoke about the Broadway premiere of his play Bug, and why it has gained a newfound relevance in the years since he originally wrote it. Check out the interview now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026
During a visit to The Late Show, playwright Tracy Letts spoke about the Broadway premiere of his play Bug, and why it has gained a newfound relevance in the years since he originally wrote it. Check out the interview now.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 7, 2026- First Look At Carrie Coon and More In BUG On Broadway
by - Jan 7, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jan 7, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Carrie Coon, Namir Smallwood and More in BUG on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
You can now get a first look at Manhattan Theatre Club's Bug. Bug stars three-time Emmy Award nominee and Tony Award nominee Carrie Coon as Agnes White, Namir Smallwood as Peter Evans.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
You can now get a first look at Manhattan Theatre Club's Bug. Bug stars three-time Emmy Award nominee and Tony Award nominee Carrie Coon as Agnes White, Namir Smallwood as Peter Evans.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 30, 2025- Win Opening Night TITANIQUE Tickets and More
by - Dec 30, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 30, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Dec 30, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 30, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Ethan Hawke Visits Carrie Coon, Namir Smallwood and More in BUG
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 29, 2025
See photos of Ethan Hawke visiting Carrie Coon, Namir Smallwood and more in Bug on Broadway! Performances are underway for Bug, written by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer.
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 29, 2025
See photos of Ethan Hawke visiting Carrie Coon, Namir Smallwood and more in Bug on Broadway! Performances are underway for Bug, written by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer.
How Often Do Shows Go From Off-Broadway to Broadway in Two Separate Productions?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 28, 2025
This season, three plays are receiving Broadway debuts which already made significant noise off-Broadway in their original productions, years ago. Becky Shaw, Bug, and Marjorie Prime will all be opening on Broadway in early 2026 in brand new productions. The first and last are spending time on Broadway at the Hayes under the auspices of Second Stage while Bug is being presented by Manhattan Theatre Club at their home, the Friedman.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 28, 2025
This season, three plays are receiving Broadway debuts which already made significant noise off-Broadway in their original productions, years ago. Becky Shaw, Bug, and Marjorie Prime will all be opening on Broadway in early 2026 in brand new productions. The first and last are spending time on Broadway at the Hayes under the auspices of Second Stage while Bug is being presented by Manhattan Theatre Club at their home, the Friedman.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Namir Smallwood been in?
Namir Smallwood has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Namir Smallwood been in?
Namir Smallwood has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Namir Smallwood been nominated for?
and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play (The Lortels) for Pipeline.
Videos