Douglas Lyons
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BIO
Douglas Lyons is an actor, writer, director, composer, and playwright. Writing - TV: Fraggle Rock (Apple TV). Theater: Polkadots (Off Broadway Alliance Winner Best Family Show, Atlantic Theater Company), Sunshine (Long Wharf Theatre), Pete(Her)Pan (Pace New Musicals), Five Points (world premiere Theater Latte Da), Fatigue with Jodi Piccoult, We The People (TheatreworksUSA) and The Hamlet Remix. Acting - Broadway: Beautiful (Original Cast) and The Book of Mormon. Tours: Rent, Dreamgirls and The Book of Mormon 1st National. Douglas is the founder of The Next Wave Initiative, a scholarship program dedicated to supporting the future of Black Theater artists.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Ensemble, Ensemble [Replacement]
Productions
Writing
Playwright
Original Concept, Music & Lyrics
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Douglas Lyons, Beau the Musical
Drama Desk Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Lyrics
Douglas Lyons, Beau the Musical
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Douglas Lyon, Beau the Musical
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Douglas Lyons, Beau the Musical
Videos
Exclusive: Matt Rodin Sings 'Runnin' From BEAU THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-11-24 16:14:57
Video: Douglas Lyons & Biko Eisen-Martin Take a Bite Out of TABLE 17
by Robert Bannon - 2024-08-23 14:00:20
Video: Courtnee Carter and Douglas Lyons From PARADE Perform at the Future of Everything Festival
by Stephi Wild - 2023-05-03 09:32:18
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- That's the That on That with Douglas Lyons
by Jayke Workman - 2023-03-19 12:00:20
Photos & Video: First Look at Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond & More in PARADE
by Show Highlights - 2022-11-02 12:21:42
Video: Richard Ridge Chats With PARADE Stars Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond, and More
by Sneak Peek - 2022-10-26 23:45:12
VIDEO: Norm Lewis Shouts Out Broadway Debuts at CHICKEN & BISCUITS First Preview
by Stephi Wild - 2021-09-24 09:29:50
VIDEO: Jeb Brown Sings 'By Your Side' for BEAU QUARANTINED CONCERTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-03-30 14:39:15
BWW Flashback: Celebrate BEAUTIFUL's Anniversary By Looking Back At Opening Night!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2020-01-12 16:18:18
VIDEO: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Honors Mothers With Tribute Video
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-11 09:28:07
Video: Get A First Look At The World Premiere Musical FIVE POINTS
by Alan Henry - 2018-04-11 14:14:44
VIDEO: Watch Joshua Carter Perform Emotional 'Gliding' from RAGTIME at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - 2017-10-27 12:57:50
VIDEO: Douglas Lyons and Danyel Fulton Perform 'Wheels of a Dream' from RAGTIME at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - 2017-10-24 15:52:52
VIDEO: Watch The Cast of RAGTIME At 5th Avenue Theatre In Action!
by BWW Intern - 2017-10-23 14:50:52
News
Lillias White and More to Star in MOTHER. DAUGHTER. FATHER. SON. at Adirondack Theatre Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
Adirondack Theatre Festival revealed the full cast for the world premiere of Douglas Lyons' Mother. Daughter. Father. Son., with Tony winner Lillias White.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
Adirondack Theatre Festival revealed the full cast for the world premiere of Douglas Lyons' Mother. Daughter. Father. Son., with Tony winner Lillias White.
Two UK Premieres And More Set for Kiln Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
Interview: Andrew Cekala of THE OUTSIDERS at Proctors
by Jared West - May 27, 2026
Prior to their stop here at Proctor’s in Schenectady, I had the opportunity to connect with Andrew Cekala, currently playing the role of Bob in the national tour of THE OUTSIDERS.
by Jared West - May 27, 2026
Prior to their stop here at Proctor’s in Schenectady, I had the opportunity to connect with Andrew Cekala, currently playing the role of Bob in the national tour of THE OUTSIDERS.
Review: BEAU THE MUSICAL Packs the Green Room 42 With POP UP CONCERT
by Stephen Mosher - May 27, 2026
It was all art and all heart when the creators of BEAU celebrated a slew of Drama Desk noms in a (sort of) impromptu reunion concert.
by Stephen Mosher - May 27, 2026
It was all art and all heart when the creators of BEAU celebrated a slew of Drama Desk noms in a (sort of) impromptu reunion concert.
70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2026
The best of the New York City theatre community was at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, the theater award honoring excellence across all of New York City’s theatrical landscape. Check out a full list of winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2026
The best of the New York City theatre community was at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, the theater award honoring excellence across all of New York City’s theatrical landscape. Check out a full list of winners here.
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.
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.
BEAU THE MUSICAL to Release Off-Broadway Cast Recording
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026
Beau The Musical will release an Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording led by Drama Desk Award nominee Matt Rodin. The album will be produced by Grammy Award Winner Ian Kage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026
Beau The Musical will release an Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording led by Drama Desk Award nominee Matt Rodin. The album will be produced by Grammy Award Winner Ian Kage.
Interview: Douglas Lyons of DON'T TOUCH MY HAIR at Unicorn Theatre
by Alan Portner - May 13, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Moments before the world premiere of “Don’t Touch My Hair” at the Unicorn Theatre, playwright Douglas Lyons sits relaxed, thoughtful and unmistakably energized. The new play, opening May 8, 2026, marks the latest chapter in what he calls the “Deep Breath Trilogy,” a body of work dedicated to centering Black women not only in struggle, but in joy.
by Alan Portner - May 13, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Moments before the world premiere of “Don’t Touch My Hair” at the Unicorn Theatre, playwright Douglas Lyons sits relaxed, thoughtful and unmistakably energized. The new play, opening May 8, 2026, marks the latest chapter in what he calls the “Deep Breath Trilogy,” a body of work dedicated to centering Black women not only in struggle, but in joy.
THURGOOD, OSLO, and More Set For Portland Playhouse Season 19
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Portland Playhouse announced its 19th season, featuring five productions including THURGOOD, TABLE 17, OSLO, SIMPLY SIMONE, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL, exploring justice, identity, love, and second chances.
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Portland Playhouse announced its 19th season, featuring five productions including THURGOOD, TABLE 17, OSLO, SIMPLY SIMONE, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL, exploring justice, identity, love, and second chances.
Photos: BEAU THE MUSICAL Hosts Pop-Up Concert at The Green Room 42
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 12, 2026
Beau The Musical hosted a pop-up concert at The Green Room 42 to celebrate the music of the production and its recent Drama Desk Award nominations. Check out photos from the event here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 12, 2026
Beau The Musical hosted a pop-up concert at The Green Room 42 to celebrate the music of the production and its recent Drama Desk Award nominations. Check out photos from the event here!
Review: DON'T TOUCH MY HAIR at Unicorn Theatre
by Alan Portner - May 11, 2026
It is not often that Kansas City audiences get the chance to see the “World Premiere” engagement of a new comedy from an award-winning Broadway performer and playwright. This month Unicorn Theatre presents “Don’t Touch My Hair,” by Douglas Lyons.
by Alan Portner - May 11, 2026
It is not often that Kansas City audiences get the chance to see the “World Premiere” engagement of a new comedy from an award-winning Broadway performer and playwright. This month Unicorn Theatre presents “Don’t Touch My Hair,” by Douglas Lyons.
2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- RAGTIME and SCHMIGADOON! Lead the Pack
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2026
The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2026
The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.
BEAU THE MUSICAL to Present Pop-Up Concert at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
Beau The Musical will present a pop-up concert, featuring members of the cast at The Green Room 42 to celebrate the music of the production. Tickets start at $19 with a live-stream option available for $25.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
Beau The Musical will present a pop-up concert, featuring members of the cast at The Green Room 42 to celebrate the music of the production. Tickets start at $19 with a live-stream option available for $25.
70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026
Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen will announce the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards nominations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. Check out the nominees so far and check back later for teh complete list.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026
Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen will announce the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards nominations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. Check out the nominees so far and check back later for teh complete list.
Review: CHICKEN AND BISCUITS at Springer Opera House
by Russell Warne - Apr 23, 2026
'Family is a loaded word.' This line from Douglas Lyons's script for Chicken & Biscuits epitomizes the play. At the funeral for the patriarch of the Jenkins clan, the question of 'family' loads every scene with meaning and humor. At the Springer Opera House, Chicken & Biscuits is a comedy about family that makes its audience think, even while they laugh.
by Russell Warne - Apr 23, 2026
'Family is a loaded word.' This line from Douglas Lyons's script for Chicken & Biscuits epitomizes the play. At the funeral for the patriarch of the Jenkins clan, the question of 'family' loads every scene with meaning and humor. At the Springer Opera House, Chicken & Biscuits is a comedy about family that makes its audience think, even while they laugh.
2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!
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!
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!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 20, 2026- SCHMIGADOON! First Look and More
by - Apr 20, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by - Apr 20, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Guillermo Diaz, Barrett Foa and Rory O'Malley to Lead LA Reading of PURE GLITTER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026
Celebration Theatre will present a one-night-only staged reading of Douglas Lyons' Pure Glitter at the Renberg Theatre, featuring Guillermo Diaz, Rory O'Malley, and Chris Renfro as part of the WeHo Pride Arts Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026
Celebration Theatre will present a one-night-only staged reading of Douglas Lyons' Pure Glitter at the Renberg Theatre, featuring Guillermo Diaz, Rory O'Malley, and Chris Renfro as part of the WeHo Pride Arts Festival.
CHICKEN & BISCUITS, COME FROM AWAY & More Set for The SigPro Studio Season 11
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026
The SigPro Studio has revealed its season 11 lineup, featuring four works that explore connection, resilience, and self-discovery. The lineup includes Douglas Lyons’ Chicken & Biscuits, Come From Away, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026
The SigPro Studio has revealed its season 11 lineup, featuring four works that explore connection, resilience, and self-discovery. The lineup includes Douglas Lyons’ Chicken & Biscuits, Come From Away, and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Douglas Lyons been in?
Douglas Lyons has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Douglas Lyons been in?
Douglas Lyons has not appeared in the West End.
How many shows has Douglas Lyons written?
Douglas Lyons has written 3 shows including Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical (Original Concept, Music & Lyrics), Chicken and Biscuits (Playwright), Table 17 (Playwright).
What awards has Douglas Lyons been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Beau the Musical, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Beau the Musical, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Beau the Musical and Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Beau the Musical.
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