Colman Domingo
Birth Place: Philadephia, PA, USA
Latest News on Colman Domingo:
Erika Henningsen Joins THE FOUR SEASONS With Tina Fey (Jun 6, 2024)
Colman Domingo Joins Steve Carell in Netflix Comedy Series THE FOUR SEASONS (Jun 3, 2024)
June Audible Content Includes LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES, WILD WITH HAPPY, & More (May 31, 2024)
Erika Henningsen Joins THE FOUR SEASONS With Tina Fey (Jun 6, 2024)
Colman Domingo Joins Steve Carell in Netflix Comedy Series THE FOUR SEASONS (Jun 3, 2024)
June Audible Content Includes LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES, WILD WITH HAPPY, & More (May 31, 2024)
Colman Domingo BIO
A 2021 Film Independent Spirit, NAACP, SAG and Critics Choice Award nominee for his work in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Colman Domingo is a Tony, Olivier, Drama Desk, and Drama League Award nominated actor, director, writer and producer. Colman has recently received his Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from Ursinus College. He is a Juilliard School Creative Associate and on faculty of the Yale School of Drama.
He has starred in some of the most profound films in recent years such as Barry Jenkins' If Beale Street Could Talk, Steven Spielbergs' Lincoln, Lee Daniel's The Butler, Ava DuVernay's Selma and Nate Parker's Birth of a Nation. He stars in the upcoming films, Jordan Peele's Candyman and Janicza Bravo's Zola. He stars on AMC's Fear the Walking Dead for seven seasons and guest stars on HBO's Euphoria as Ali. He recurred on Steven Soderbergh's series The Knick. As a writer, his plays and musicals include Dot (Samuel French), Wild with Happy (Dramatist Play Service) and A Boy and His Soul (Oberon Books), the Tony Award nominated Broadway musical Summer: The Donna Summer Musical and Geffen Playhouse’s groundbreaking musical Light's Out: Nat King Cole. His plays have been produced by The Public Theater, Vineyard, La Jolla Playhouse, Humana Festival of New American Plays, New York Stage and Film, A.C.T, The Tricycle Theater in London, Brisbane Powerhouse in Australia, among others. He is the recipient of a Lucille Lortel, Obie, Audelco and GLAAD Award for his work.
His production company, Edith Productions, has a first look deal with AMC Studios for which he is developing television, film, theater and animation projects. He is currently writing a new musical for The Young Vic in London/ Concord Music and hosting Season 3 of his series, Bottomless Brunch at Colman's across AMC platforms.
Colman Domingo Photos
Rustin. Gus Halper as Tom, CCH Pounder as Dr. Anna Hedgeman, Colman Domingo as Bayard Rustin, Melissa Rakiro as Yvette, Ayana Workman as Eleanor, Lilli Kay as Rochelle, Jordan-Amanda Hall as Charlene
Date:
11/17/2023
From: Photos: New Look at Audra McDonald, Colman Domingo & More in RUSTIN; Now Streaming on Netflix
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New York, NY - - 7/25/16 - Special Screening and Reception in Celebration of Paramount Pictures "Florence Foster Jenkins" held at Paramount Pictures in New York...-Pictured: Max von Essen,Colman Domingo,Cynthia Erivo,Patina Miller,Simon Helberg,Matthew M
Date:
07/26/2016
From: Photo Coverage: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS!
New York, NY - - 7/25/16 - Special Screening and Reception in Celebration of Paramount Pictures "Florence Foster Jenkins" held at Paramount Pictures in New York...-Pictured: Colman Domingo.-Photo by: Kristina Bumphrey/StarPix
Date:
07/26/2016
From: Photo Coverage: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS!
New York, NY - - 7/25/16 - Special Screening and Reception in Celebration of Paramount Pictures "Florence Foster Jenkins" held at Paramount Pictures in New York...-Pictured: Colman Domingo.-Photo by: Kristina Bumphrey/StarPix
Date:
07/26/2016
From: Photo Coverage: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS!
New York, NY - - 7/25/16 - Special Screening and Reception in Celebration of Paramount Pictures "Florence Foster Jenkins" held at Paramount Pictures in New York...-Pictured: Colman Domingo and Cynthia Erivo.-Photo by: Kristina Bumphrey/StarPix
Date:
07/26/2016
From: Photo Coverage: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS!
New York, NY - - 7/25/16 - Special Screening and Reception in Celebration of Paramount Pictures "Florence Foster Jenkins" held at Paramount Pictures in New York...-Pictured: Colman Domingo, Simon Helberg and Cynthia Erivo.-Photo by: Kristina Bumphrey/Sta
Date:
07/26/2016
From: Photo Coverage: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS!
New York, NY - - 7/25/16 - Special Screening and Reception in Celebration of Paramount Pictures "Florence Foster Jenkins" held at Paramount Pictures in New York...-Pictured: Colman Domingo and Bevy Smith.-Photo by: Kristina Bumphrey/StarPix
Date:
07/26/2016
From: Photo Coverage: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS!
Colman Domingo and Sharon Washington in Wild With Happy, written by Colman Domingo and directed by Robert O'Hara, running at The Public Theater at Astor Place from October 9 through November 11. Photo credit: Joan Marcus.
Date:
10/17/2012
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Colman Domingo and More in Public Theater's WILD WITH HAPPY
Colman Domingo and Sharon Washington in Wild With Happy, written by Colman Domingo and directed by Robert O'Hara, running at The Public Theater at Astor Place from October 9 through November 11. Photo credit: Joan Marcus.
Date:
10/17/2012
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Colman Domingo and More in Public Theater's WILD WITH HAPPY
Korey Jackson, Sharon Washington, Colman Domingo, and Maurice McRae in Wild With Happy, written by Colman Domingo and directed by Robert O'Hara, running at The Public Theater at Astor Place from October 9 through November 11. Photo credit: Joan Marcus.
Date:
10/17/2012
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Colman Domingo and More in Public Theater's WILD WITH HAPPY
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Back row, ChristIan White, Julius Thomas III, Derrick Cobey. Front row, Forrest McClendon, Sharon Washington, Rodney Hicks, Sean Bradford, Josh Breckenridge, Cody Ryan Wise, Brandon Victor Dixon, KendRick Jones, John Cullum, and Colman Domingo
Date:
01/05/2010
From: Photo Coverage: THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS Cast Meets the Press
Back row, ChristIan White, Julius Thomas III, Derrick Cobey. Front row, Forrest McClendon, Sharon Washington, Rodney Hicks, Sean Bradford, Josh Breckenridge, Cody Ryan Wise, Brandon Victor Dixon, KendRick Jones, John Cullum, and Colman Domingo
Date:
01/05/2010
From: Photo Coverage: THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS Cast Meets the Press
Colman Domingo STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Clerk
Attorney General
Guard Bones
Lawyer Bones
Sheriff Bones
Mr. Bones
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Lawyer Bones
Clerk
Attorney General
Guard Bones
Sheriff Bones
Mr. Bones
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Others (Understudy)
Jim (Understudy)
and others (Understudy)
Colman Domingo Productions
Writing
Playwright
Author
Bookwriter
Colman Domingo Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical
Colman DomingoThe Scottsboro Boys
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Colman Domingo, The Scottsboro Boys
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Colman DomingoA Boy and His Soul
winner
Obie Awards - 2008 - Performance
Colman Domingo, Passing Strange
Colman Domingo Videos
Video: Watch Colman Domingo in SING SING Trailer Following Theatre Group For Incarcerated Men
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Watch the First 10 Minutes of THE COLOR PURPLE With Whoopi Goldberg, 'Mysterious Ways' & More
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Video: Watch Fantasia's 'Superpower (I)' Music Video From THE COLOR PURPLE
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Video: Watch Taraji P. Henson Perform 'Push Da Button' in THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical
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Video: Alicia Keys Drops 'Lifeline' Music Video From THE COLOR PURPLE Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2023
Interview: Why Corey Hawkins Wanted to Be Danielle Brooks' Harpo in THE COLOR PURPLE
by Michael Major - Dec 14, 2023
Video: THE COLOR PURPLE Cast Sits Down With Whoopi Goldberg on THE VIEW
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Video: Watch Danielle Brooks Sing 'Hell No!' In THE COLOR PURPLE Trailer
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2023
Video: Watch New Clips of 'Hell No,' 'Mysterious Ways,' and 'Push Da Button' from THE COLOR PURPLE
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 26, 2023
Video: Halle Bailey Sings 'Huckleberry Pie' From THE COLOR PURPLE with Phylicia Pearl Mpasi
by Michael Major - Nov 24, 2023
Video: Watch the RUSTIN Trailer Starring Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald & More
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2023
Video: Watch a New THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Trailer With Taraji P. Henson Singing 'Push Da Button'
by Michael Major - Oct 10, 2023
Video: Watch a New THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Featurette With Oprah Winfrey, Danielle Brooks & More
by Michael Major - Sep 15, 2023
Video: Watch Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald & More in Netflix's RUSTIN Movie Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - Aug 28, 2023
Exclusive: Colman Domingo Hosts a PASSING STRANGE Dinner Party Reunion on YOU ARE HERE
by Michael Major - Jun 28, 2023
Video: Watch THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Trailer With Fantasia Barrino, Halle Bailey & More
by Michael Major - May 22, 2023
VIDEO: Danielle Brooks Tried to Get Her Daughter In THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Jan 4, 2023
Colman Domingo News
Erika Henningsen Joins THE FOUR SEASONS With Tina Fey
Erika Henningsen, who originated the role of Cady Heron in Mean Girls on Broadway, has joined the cast of The Four Seasons, an all-new comedy series adaptation from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield. Henningsen joins previously announced stars Colman Domingo, Steve Carell, and Fey.
Erika Henningsen, who originated the role of Cady Heron in Mean Girls on Broadway, has joined the cast of The Four Seasons, an all-new comedy series adaptation from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield. Henningsen joins previously announced stars Colman Domingo, Steve Carell, and Fey.
Colman Domingo Joins Steve Carell in Netflix Comedy Series THE FOUR SEASONS
Netflix has announced that Academy Award-nominated actor Colman Domingo (Rustin, The Color Purple, Sing Sing, Euphoria, Michael) has joined the cast of The Four Seasons, an all-new comedy series adaptation from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield.
Netflix has announced that Academy Award-nominated actor Colman Domingo (Rustin, The Color Purple, Sing Sing, Euphoria, Michael) has joined the cast of The Four Seasons, an all-new comedy series adaptation from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield.
June Audible Content Includes LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES, WILD WITH HAPPY, & More
Several theatrical audio projects are due to stream on Audible in June, including a recording of Laura Benanti's solo show Nobody Cares (which is running through June 2 at the Minetta Lane Theater), Colman Domingo's play Wild With Happy, and Alex Newell and the Gospel of a Diva.
Several theatrical audio projects are due to stream on Audible in June, including a recording of Laura Benanti's solo show Nobody Cares (which is running through June 2 at the Minetta Lane Theater), Colman Domingo's play Wild With Happy, and Alex Newell and the Gospel of a Diva.
BLACK BASTARD Comes to Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre in June
This June, writer/performer Jon Joseph Gentry transports audiences to 1990s Houston with his solo show 'Black Bastard.' Portraying over 10 vividly-rendered characters, Gentry guides viewers through a prismatic coming-of-age tale brimming with humor, heart, and stylistic flair.
This June, writer/performer Jon Joseph Gentry transports audiences to 1990s Houston with his solo show 'Black Bastard.' Portraying over 10 vividly-rendered characters, Gentry guides viewers through a prismatic coming-of-age tale brimming with humor, heart, and stylistic flair.
Work by Colman Domingo & More Set for New York Theatre Workshop 2024/25 Season
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed its 2024/25 Season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed its 2024/25 Season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
World Premieres of THE ANTIQUITIES and BOWL EP Set For Vineyard Theatre's Upcoming Season
Vineyard Theatre has announced its upcoming 42nd Season which will include two world premiere productions with a third to be announced in coming weeks. Learn more about the shows here!
Vineyard Theatre has announced its upcoming 42nd Season which will include two world premiere productions with a third to be announced in coming weeks. Learn more about the shows here!
Patricia Milton's Play ACCUSED! Opens This July At Central Works
Patricia Milton's play ACCUSED! opens on July 13 at Central Works, marking the final comic caper in the series.
Patricia Milton's play ACCUSED! opens on July 13 at Central Works, marking the final comic caper in the series.
Tim Meadows & More Round Out Cast of Upcoming Musical Film From Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry
According to reports, Tim Meadows, Jaboukie Young-White, Jamilah Rosemond and Jayson Lee are rounding out the cast for the upcoming musical film from Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry. They join the previously announced Janelle Monáe, Missy Elliott, Brian Tyree Henry, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Halle Bailey, and recent Oscar-winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph.
According to reports, Tim Meadows, Jaboukie Young-White, Jamilah Rosemond and Jayson Lee are rounding out the cast for the upcoming musical film from Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry. They join the previously announced Janelle Monáe, Missy Elliott, Brian Tyree Henry, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Halle Bailey, and recent Oscar-winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph.
Photos: Inside the Public Theater Gala Honoring the Creatives of HELL'S KITCHEN
The Public Theater held its Annual Gala, honoring the creative team of HELL’S KITCHEN: Camille A. Brown, Kristoffer Diaz, Michael Greif, and Alicia Keys. Check out photos from inside the big night.
The Public Theater held its Annual Gala, honoring the creative team of HELL’S KITCHEN: Camille A. Brown, Kristoffer Diaz, Michael Greif, and Alicia Keys. Check out photos from inside the big night.
Social: WICKED Stars, Sarah Jessica Parker, Lea Michele And More Hit the 2024 Met Gala!
It's the first Monday in May and the stars are stepping out once more for this year's Met Gala to benefit the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Hit the iconic steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with all your faves in our social roundup!
It's the first Monday in May and the stars are stepping out once more for this year's Met Gala to benefit the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Hit the iconic steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with all your faves in our social roundup!
Playwright Robert O'Hara Signs With CAA
Robert O'Hara, playwright and director of Jeremy O. Harris' Slave Play, has signed to CAA.
Robert O'Hara, playwright and director of Jeremy O. Harris' Slave Play, has signed to CAA.
Robert O'Hara to Direct Film of BARBECUE Starring Colman Domingo
According to Deadline, playwright Robert O'Hara will be bringing Barbecue to the big screen. O'Hara will be directing the feature film adaptation of his play, which will star Colman Domingo, Marisa Tomei, and Danai Gurira. Domingo is no stranger to Barbecue, having directed a production of the play at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. Onscreen, Domingo recently starred in the film version of The Color Purple and was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in 2023's Rustin.
According to Deadline, playwright Robert O'Hara will be bringing Barbecue to the big screen. O'Hara will be directing the feature film adaptation of his play, which will star Colman Domingo, Marisa Tomei, and Danai Gurira. Domingo is no stranger to Barbecue, having directed a production of the play at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. Onscreen, Domingo recently starred in the film version of The Color Purple and was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in 2023's Rustin.
New Conservatory Theatre Center Announces RIDE THE CYCLONE And More for 2024-25 Season
Discover the exciting 2024-25 season at New Conservatory Theatre Center, featuring six captivating productions.
Discover the exciting 2024-25 season at New Conservatory Theatre Center, featuring six captivating productions.
Fantasia Barrino, Leslie Odom Jr., and More Named TIME's 100 Most Influential People in the World for 2024
TIME has revealed the 2024 TIME100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Among this year's honorees in the world of theatre are Fantasia Barrino, Colman Domingo, Alex Edelman, Leslie Odom Jr., Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Jeffrey Wright.
TIME has revealed the 2024 TIME100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Among this year's honorees in the world of theatre are Fantasia Barrino, Colman Domingo, Alex Edelman, Leslie Odom Jr., Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Jeffrey Wright.
THE COLOR PURPLE Director Blitz Bazawule to Direct Upcoming BLACK SAMURAI
Fresh off the heals of his 2023 musical hit The Color Purple, director Blitz Bazawule has found his next project. According to Variety, the director will be working with Warner Bros. on a new take on the story of Yasuke, the 16th century African warrior. In addition to Warner Bros, three other studios were also interested in the project, resulting in a bidding war.
Fresh off the heals of his 2023 musical hit The Color Purple, director Blitz Bazawule has found his next project. According to Variety, the director will be working with Warner Bros. on a new take on the story of Yasuke, the 16th century African warrior. In addition to Warner Bros, three other studios were also interested in the project, resulting in a bidding war.
DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS Will Be Available This Month
Bring home Academy Award® winner Ethan Coen’s (The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, The Big Lebowski) solo directorial debut with DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS.
Bring home Academy Award® winner Ethan Coen’s (The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, The Big Lebowski) solo directorial debut with DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS.
American Indian Artists Inc. to Premiere THE FRYBREAD QUEEN At Theatre for the New City
Experience the New York premiere of THE FRYBREAD QUEEN, a spirited story of Navajo women presented by American Indian Artists Inc. (AMERINDA).
Experience the New York premiere of THE FRYBREAD QUEEN, a spirited story of Navajo women presented by American Indian Artists Inc. (AMERINDA).
Meet the Cast of UNCLE VANYA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
Uncle Vayna is back this season courtesy of Lincoln Center Theater. This version of the play features a new translation by Heidi Schreck and is directed by Lila Neugebauer. Meet the cast of Uncle Vanya here!
Uncle Vayna is back this season courtesy of Lincoln Center Theater. This version of the play features a new translation by Heidi Schreck and is directed by Lila Neugebauer. Meet the cast of Uncle Vanya here!
Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
Theater Resources Unlimited To Host TRU Community Gathering: Bringing Theater To Prisons (A Thing Movies Are Made Of)
Join Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) in their weekly Community Gatherings on Zoom, discussing art and theater in the time of COVID-19. This week's topic: Bringing Theater to Prisons, featuring producer, director, and activist Brent Buell.
Join Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) in their weekly Community Gatherings on Zoom, discussing art and theater in the time of COVID-19. This week's topic: Bringing Theater to Prisons, featuring producer, director, and activist Brent Buell.
Colman Domingo FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Colman Domingo been in?
Colman Domingo has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Colman Domingo been in?
Colman Domingo has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Colman Domingo's first West End show?
Colman Domingo's first West End show was The Scottsboro Boys which opened in 2014
What awards has Colman Domingo been nominated for?
Colman Domingo has been nominated for several awards, including Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for The Scottsboro Boys, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Scottsboro Boys, Outstanding Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for A Boy and His Soul, and Performance at the Obie Awards for Passing Strange.
What awards has Colman Domingo won?
Performance (Obie Awards) for Passing Strange.
How many shows has Colman Domingo written?
Colman Domingo has written 3 shows including Wild With Happy (Playwright), Dot (Author), Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (Bookwriter).
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