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BIO

Brandon starred on Broadway as Martin Luther King, Jr. in the Tony Award-winning production of All the Way, with Bryan Cranston, and as Booster in the Tony Award-winning revival of August Wilson's Jitney. Additional Broadway credits include Clybourne Park, Enron, and Prelude to a Kiss. Off-Broadway, he has appeared in The Piano Lesson, for which he won Obie, Theatre World, and AUDELCO awards; The First Breeze of Summer and Day of Absence at Signature Theatre; Detroit ’67 at the Public Theater and Classical Theatre of Harlem; Peter and the Starcatcher at New York Theatre Workshop and as ‘Brutus’ in TFANA’s production of Juilius Caesar. On screen, he has appeared in “The Good Wife,” “For Life,” “The Big C,” “Public Morals,” “Manifest,” “The Get Down,” “The Accidental Wolf,” “Blue Bloods,” “The Quad,” and four seasons of FX’s “The Americans” as Agent Dennis Aderholt. He is currently shooting the upcoming ABC series “For Life” and recently completed work on the FX miniseries, “Mrs. America.” He has directed numerous plays by Dominique Morriseau and August Wilson. Brandon is a frequent volunteer at the 52nd Street Project and a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association and Fair Wage On Stage.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2025
Pozzo

[Broadway]
Broadway Return Engagement, 2022
Davey Battle

[Broadway]
Second Stage Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Davey Battle

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Martin Luther King, Jr.

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company, 2012
Boy Willie

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Security Guard

Additional Credits

Broadway: Skeleton Crew (Drama Desk, Outer Critics, Antonyo nominations), Jitney, All the Way, Clybourne Park, Enron, Prelude to a Kiss.



Off-Broadway: The Piano Lesson (Obie, Theatre World, AUDELCO awards), The First Breeze of Summer, Day of Absence, Detroit ’67, Peter and the Starcatcher, TFANA’s Julius Caesar.



TV: “For Life,” “Evil,” “Public Morals,” “Manifest,” “The Get Down,” “The Accidental Wolf,” “The Quad,” “Mrs. America,” “The Americans.”



TV Shows

The Americans
Dennis Aderholt
The Get Down
Leon
The Justice
President
The Justice
President

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2026 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Brandon J. Dirden, Waiting for Godot

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Brandon J. Dirden, Skeleton Crew

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

Brandon J. Dirden, Skeleton Crew

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Brandon J. Dirden, The Piano Lesson


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Obie Awards - 2013 - Performance

Brandon J. Dirden, The Piano Lesson

The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Lead Actor

Brandon J. Dirden, The Piano Lesson


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2013 - Theatre World Award

Brandon J. Dirden, The Piano Lesson

Videos

News

Broadway 2026/27: Season Preview: Upcoming Premieres and Star-Studded Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 13, 2026

2026 is halfway over, which means that the 2026/27 Broadway season has just begun! Now that the 79th Annual Tony Awards have concluded, all eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season and many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.
Photos: 2026 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 7, 2026

The stars are aligning at Rockefeller Center! That's where the best of Broadway comes together today to walk the red carpet ahead of the 79th Annual Tony Awards- the biggest celebration in the American theatre. BroadwayWorld of course will be on hand at Radio City Music Hall all night to keep you up to speed on what's going on onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes!
2026 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026

Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Video: The Waiting Is Over! Brandon J. Dirden Is at Last a Tony Nominee
by Luka Vonier - Jun 3, 2026

Watch in this video as 2026 Tony Award nominee Brandon J. Dirden chats more about the honor of getting a nomination, his long journey on Broadway, and so much more.
SCHMIGADOON!, LIBERATION and More Win 2026 Tony Awards - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026

The best of Broadway takes the stage tonight at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Stay tuned all night ling for updates from inside the ceremony.
Photos: Behind the Scenes with the 2026 Tony Award Nominees for Plays
by Jennifer Broski - May 17, 2026

The Tony nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there to speak with all of them! Check out photos from behind the scenes with the nominees as they chatted with Richard Ridge and passed on our very own Tiny Tony.
2026 Drama League Awards Winners- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS, LIBERATION Win Big
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026

The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
Photos: Meet the 2026 Tony Award Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026

Just yesterday, the 2026 Tony Award nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2026 nominees here!
Danny Burstein Becomes Most Tony-Nominated Male Actor
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2026

With his nomination for Marjorie Prime, Danny Burstein has become the most nominated male actor in Tony history, having earned a total of nine nominations across his stage career.
2026 Tony Nominations - Show by Show
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026

The nominations are in! Below, check out how each show fared individually in a full list of nominations by show. Follow us on BroadwayWorld throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!
2026 Tony Nominations: THE LOST BOYS and SCHMIGADOON! Lead with 12 Each
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026

BroadwayWorld's official Tony Awards coverage is here! Check out the 2026 Tony nominees here and follow us throughout the season for exclusive nominee interviews, special coverage and lots more!
2026 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026

The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
THE FULL MONTY, THE IMAGINARY INVALID, MIX AND MASTER Will Arrive on Broadway in Roundabout's 2026/27 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2026

Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the 2026-2027 season on Broadway and Off-Broadway marking Roundabout’s 60th Season. The  season includes two world premieres, three revivals, and two musicals, including The Heart and The Full Monty. We have all of the details!
Two River Theater Unveils Five-Year Strategic Plan Through 2031
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026

Two River Theater has revealed a comprehensive five-year strategic plan through 2031, positioning the organization for continued growth and national leadership.
2 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 3, 2026

Broadway says goodbye to two limited run productions. Waiting for Godot takes its final bow at the Hudson Theatre following 15 previews and 113 regular performances; and Beetlejuice plays its final performance at the Palace Theatre after 102 regular performances. The theatres will soon be home to Every Brilliant Thing and The Lost Boys respectively.
Eric Williams and Zaynn Arora Share Backstage Scoop From WAITING FOR GODOT
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

In this edition of Words From the Wings, Eric Williams and Zaynn Arora who share the role of 'A Boy' in Waiting For Godot on Broadway, take us backstage to share some of their favorite pre-show rituals, backstage moments, must-haves and more!
Video: Why Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter Chose WAITING FOR GODOT for Their Latest Project
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2025

Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, currently starring in the Broadway revival of Waiting for Godot, recently spoke to CBS Mornings about the prolific play and their longtime friendship. Check out the interview now.
Music From WAITING FOR GODOT To Begin Streaming Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

Music From WAITING FOR GODOT, a new 13-track album featuring original music by Ben and Max Ringham, will be released at 12:01 AM ET tomorrow on all major digital streaming platforms.
Video: Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter Discuss Themes in WAITING FOR GODOT
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 15, 2025

Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves, currently starring in the Broadway production of Waiting for Godot, recently visited The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to talk about the famed Samuel Beckett play. Watch the interview now.
Video: Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter Talk Reuniting in WAITING FOR GODOT
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2025

On Tuesday, Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter joined TODAY to talk about starring in the new Broadway revival of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, which recently opened at the Hudson Theatre.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Brandon J. Dirden been in?

Brandon J. Dirden has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Brandon J. Dirden been in?

Brandon J. Dirden has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Brandon J. Dirden been nominated for?

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Waiting for Godot, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Skeleton Crew, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Skeleton Crew, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Piano Lesson, Performance (Obie Awards) for The Piano Lesson, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for The Piano Lesson and Theatre World Award (Theatre World Awards) for The Piano Lesson.

What awards has Brandon J. Dirden won?

Brandon J. Dirden has won the Performance Award from the Obie Awards for The Piano Lesson and the Theatre World Award from the Theatre World Awards for The Piano Lesson.

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