Brian F. O'Byrne
Latest News on Brian F. O'Byrne:
Hulu Presents LINCOLN RHYME: HUNT FOR THE BONE COLLECTOR (Jan 3, 2020)
Wake Up With BWW 6/18: First Look at the WEST SIDE STORY Cast, Debra Messing in BIRTHDAY CANDLES, and More! (Jun 18, 2019)
Breaking: Debra Messing to Star in Roundabout's BIRTHDAY CANDLES on Broadway (Jun 17, 2019)
Hulu Presents LINCOLN RHYME: HUNT FOR THE BONE COLLECTOR (Jan 3, 2020)
Wake Up With BWW 6/18: First Look at the WEST SIDE STORY Cast, Debra Messing in BIRTHDAY CANDLES, and More! (Jun 18, 2019)
Breaking: Debra Messing to Star in Roundabout's BIRTHDAY CANDLES on Broadway (Jun 17, 2019)
BIO
Brian F. O'Byrne is an Irish actor known for his work on stage, television, and film. He was born on May 28, 1967, in Mullagh, County Cavan, Ireland. O'Byrne began his acting career in the early 1990s and quickly established himself as a talented performer.
O'Byrne made his Broadway debut in 1997 in the play "The Beauty Queen of Leenane," which earned him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play. He went on to receive two more Tony nominations for his roles in "The Lonesome West" (1999) and "Doubt" (2005). In addition to his work on Broadway, O'Byrne has also appeared in numerous Off-Broadway productions, including "The Sisters Rosensweig," "The Exonerated," and "The Coast of Utopia."
In addition to his stage work, O'Byrne has also appeared in several television shows and films. He is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Detective Keith Duffy in the HBO series "Oz," which ran from 1997 to 2003. He has also had recurring roles on the television shows "FlashForward" and "Aquarius."
O'Byrne has also appeared in several films, including "Million Dollar Baby" (2004), "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead" (2007), and "The International" (2009). He received critical acclaim for his performance in the 2008 film "The Hurt Locker," for which he was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.
In 2016, O'Byrne returned to Broadway in the play "The Crucible," in which he played the role of Deputy Governor Danforth. The production received critical acclaim and earned O'Byrne a Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play.
Most recently, O'Byrne starred in the HBO miniseries "The Plot Against America," which premiered in March 2020. He played the role of Herman Levin in the series, which is based on the novel of the same name by Philip Roth.
Photos
Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Gomez, Annie Funke & Brian F. O'Byrne attending the Meet & Greet for the Roundabout Theatre Company Production of 'If There Is I Haven't Found it Yet' at their rehearsal studios in New York City on 7/25/2012
Date:
07/25/2012
From: FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast of IF THERE IS I HAVEN'T FOUND IT YET
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Alexander Herzen
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Alexander Herzen
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, Outside Mullingar
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, If There Is I Haven't Found It Yet
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Brían F. O'Byrne, The Coast of Utopia
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, The Coast of Utopia
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Leading Actor in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, Doubt
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Brian F. O’Byrne, Doubt
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, Doubt
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, Doubt
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2004 - Best Featured Actor in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, Frozen
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, Frozen
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, Frozen
winner
The Lortels - 2004 - Outstanding Lead Actor
Brian F. O'Byrne, Frozen
winner
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, Frozen
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, The Lonesome West
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Brian F. O'Byrne, The Beauty Queen of Leenane
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VIDEO: First Look - Discovery Presents new Anthology Series MANHUNT: UNABOMBER
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News
Hulu Presents LINCOLN RHYME: HUNT FOR THE BONE COLLECTOR
If you're itching to watch Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector a little early, you're in luck. The upcoming NBC crime drama series doesn't officially premiere until Friday, Jan. 10, but the pilot is currently available to stream on Hulu and NBC.com as a sneak peek ahead of the linear premiere.
If you're itching to watch Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector a little early, you're in luck. The upcoming NBC crime drama series doesn't officially premiere until Friday, Jan. 10, but the pilot is currently available to stream on Hulu and NBC.com as a sneak peek ahead of the linear premiere.
Wake Up With BWW 6/18: First Look at the WEST SIDE STORY Cast, Debra Messing in BIRTHDAY CANDLES, and More!
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: Debra Messing returns to Broadway, first look at the West Side Story cast, and more!
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: Debra Messing returns to Broadway, first look at the West Side Story cast, and more!
Breaking: Debra Messing to Star in Roundabout's BIRTHDAY CANDLES on Broadway
Roundabout Theatre Company just announced the New York premiere of Birthday Candles, marking the Broadway debut of playwright Noah Haidle, starring Emmy Award winner Debra Messing, directed by Vivienne Benesch.
Roundabout Theatre Company just announced the New York premiere of Birthday Candles, marking the Broadway debut of playwright Noah Haidle, starring Emmy Award winner Debra Messing, directed by Vivienne Benesch.
Brief 4/16: NYTW Gala, Broadway Benefit Concert for Parkland, and More!
Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: New York Theatre Workshop will host its 2018 gala tonight, and Broadway stars will unite in Sunrise, FL for a benefit concert for Parkland!
Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: New York Theatre Workshop will host its 2018 gala tonight, and Broadway stars will unite in Sunrise, FL for a benefit concert for Parkland!
Kelli O'Hara Joins Broadway Concert Series in San Francisco
Producer Mark Cortale's Broadway concert series hosted by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky returns to San Francisco in 2018 at the Herbst Theatre in the iconic San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center. The internationally acclaimed series will now bring Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara to San Francisco in the New Year, on the heels of Jessie Mueller's smash hit season opener this past October.
Producer Mark Cortale's Broadway concert series hosted by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky returns to San Francisco in 2018 at the Herbst Theatre in the iconic San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center. The internationally acclaimed series will now bring Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara to San Francisco in the New Year, on the heels of Jessie Mueller's smash hit season opener this past October.
Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine- featuring Kelli O'Hara
BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, 'Podcast Verite,' is unfiltered, raw, honest and uniquely funny.
BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, 'Podcast Verite,' is unfiltered, raw, honest and uniquely funny.
Jessie Mueller Heads for The Herbst in San Francisco Tonight
Producer Mark Cortale's Broadway concert series hosted by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky will return to San Francisco for the 2017/18 season with a move to the Herbst Theatre at the iconic San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center.
Producer Mark Cortale's Broadway concert series hosted by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky will return to San Francisco for the 2017/18 season with a move to the Herbst Theatre at the iconic San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center.
Jessie Mueller, Kelli O'Hara & Faith Prince Headed for The Herbst in San Francisco
Producer Mark Cortale's Broadway concert series hosted by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky will return to San Francisco for the 2017/18 season with a move to the Herbst Theatre at the iconic San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center.
Producer Mark Cortale's Broadway concert series hosted by Sirius XM radio star Seth Rudetsky will return to San Francisco for the 2017/18 season with a move to the Herbst Theatre at the iconic San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center.
Discovery En Espanol Tells Dramatic True Story of FBI's Hunt For The Unabomber
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years Discovery en Espaol will present an all-new scripted anthology series called MANHUNT: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Today, August 2 at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT.
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years Discovery en Espaol will present an all-new scripted anthology series called MANHUNT: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Today, August 2 at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT.
VIDEO: First Look - Discovery Presents new Anthology Series MANHUNT: UNABOMBER
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS – TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years – Discovery will present an all-new scripted anthology series called Manhunt: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Tuesday, August 1 at 9 PM ET/PT on the Discovery Channel.
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS – TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years – Discovery will present an all-new scripted anthology series called Manhunt: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Tuesday, August 1 at 9 PM ET/PT on the Discovery Channel.
Discovery to Premiere New Anthology Series MANHUNT: UNABOMBER, Today
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS – TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years – Discovery will present an all-new scripted anthology series called MANHUNT: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Today, August 1 at 9 PM ET/PT on the Discovery Channel.
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS – TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years – Discovery will present an all-new scripted anthology series called MANHUNT: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Today, August 1 at 9 PM ET/PT on the Discovery Channel.
Discovery En Espanol Tells Dramatic True Story of FBI's Hunt For The Unabomber
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years Discovery en Espaol will present an all-new scripted anthology series called MANHUNT: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Wednesday, August 2 at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT.
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years Discovery en Espaol will present an all-new scripted anthology series called MANHUNT: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Wednesday, August 2 at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT.
Discovery to Premiere New Anthology Series MANHUNT: UNABOMBER, 8/1
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS – TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years – Discovery will present an all-new scripted anthology series called MANHUNT: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Tuesday, August 1 at 9 PM ET/PT on the Discovery Channel.
On the heels of the broadcast success of HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS – TV's best single-network miniseries in more than three years – Discovery will present an all-new scripted anthology series called MANHUNT: UNABOMBER with a two-hour premiere airing Tuesday, August 1 at 9 PM ET/PT on the Discovery Channel.
GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI for May 16, 2017
GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI! It's Tuesday, May 16, 2017, and while the whole worlds goes to hell in a handbasket, what with the latest news coming out of Washington about highly classified secrets being passed on to the Russians, Nashville theater companies are still striving to prevent people from finding out what shows they plan to do next season…
GOOD MORNING, THEATERATI! It's Tuesday, May 16, 2017, and while the whole worlds goes to hell in a handbasket, what with the latest news coming out of Washington about highly classified secrets being passed on to the Russians, Nashville theater companies are still striving to prevent people from finding out what shows they plan to do next season…
Skyline Theatre Company Presents John Patrick Shanley's DOUBT, A PARABLE
Skyline Theatre Company, Bergen County's most established professional theatre company and in residence at the Fair Lawn Community Center in Bergen County's Fair Lawn, presents "Doubt, A Parable" this weekend only from Friday, May 5 through Sunday, May 7.
Skyline Theatre Company, Bergen County's most established professional theatre company and in residence at the Fair Lawn Community Center in Bergen County's Fair Lawn, presents "Doubt, A Parable" this weekend only from Friday, May 5 through Sunday, May 7.
Judy Kuhn, Rebecca Luker and Marin Mazzie Sign on for the New York Pops' 34th Birthday Gala
As previously announced, on Monday, May 1, 2017, The New York Pops will celebrate its 34th birthday with a grand gala evening honoring Karen van Bergen, the CEO of Omnicom Public Relations Group, and Tony Award winners Kelli O'Hara and Bartlett Sher, whose collaborations over the last decade have won universal acclaim and whose individual careers represent pinnacles of achievement in the world of theatre.
As previously announced, on Monday, May 1, 2017, The New York Pops will celebrate its 34th birthday with a grand gala evening honoring Karen van Bergen, the CEO of Omnicom Public Relations Group, and Tony Award winners Kelli O'Hara and Bartlett Sher, whose collaborations over the last decade have won universal acclaim and whose individual careers represent pinnacles of achievement in the world of theatre.
Broderick, James, Pasquale & More Among Additional Guests Announced for NY POPS Gala
On Monday, May 1, 2017, The New York Pops will celebrate its 34th birthday with a grand gala evening honoring Karen van Bergen, the CEO of Omnicom Public Relations Group, and Tony Award winners Kelli O'Hara and Bartlett Sher, whose collaborations over the last decade have won universal acclaim and whose individual careers represent pinnacles of achievement in the world of theatre. The concert will celebrate the multiyear partnership between the actress and stage director and will bring together artists from the stage and screen.
On Monday, May 1, 2017, The New York Pops will celebrate its 34th birthday with a grand gala evening honoring Karen van Bergen, the CEO of Omnicom Public Relations Group, and Tony Award winners Kelli O'Hara and Bartlett Sher, whose collaborations over the last decade have won universal acclaim and whose individual careers represent pinnacles of achievement in the world of theatre. The concert will celebrate the multiyear partnership between the actress and stage director and will bring together artists from the stage and screen.
Tickets on Sale for Matthew Perry's THE END OF LONGING at MCC Theater
MCC THEATER (Robert LuPone, Bernard Telsey, William Cantler, Artistic Directors; Blake West, Executive Director) is pleased to announce that its upcoming American Premiere of the play The End of Longing-written by and starring iconic "Friends" star Matthew Perry in his NYC playwriting and stage acting debuts-is now on sale at www.mcchteater.org. The End of Longing, directed by Lindsay Posner, begins performances onMay 18, 2017 ahead of a June 5 opening night at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street).
MCC THEATER (Robert LuPone, Bernard Telsey, William Cantler, Artistic Directors; Blake West, Executive Director) is pleased to announce that its upcoming American Premiere of the play The End of Longing-written by and starring iconic "Friends" star Matthew Perry in his NYC playwriting and stage acting debuts-is now on sale at www.mcchteater.org. The End of Longing, directed by Lindsay Posner, begins performances onMay 18, 2017 ahead of a June 5 opening night at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street).
Theater of War's Bryan Doerries Named NYC's New Public Artist In Residence
The NYC Department of Veterans' Services and Department of Cultural Affairs today named Bryan Doerries, Artistic Director of Theater of War Productions, as the City's newest Public Artist in Residence (PAIR).
The NYC Department of Veterans' Services and Department of Cultural Affairs today named Bryan Doerries, Artistic Director of Theater of War Productions, as the City's newest Public Artist in Residence (PAIR).
Brian d'Arcy James to Star in Discovery's Scripted Series MAN HUNT: THE UNABOMER
Discovery Channel announced that three-time Tony Award nominee Brian d'Arcy James ('Hamilton,' 'Spotlight,' '13 Reasons Why'), Trieste Kelly Dunn ('Blindspot,' 'Banshee') and Elizabeth Reaser ('Mad Men' and 'Young Adult') have been cast in the network's upcoming scripted series now titled 'Manhunt: The UNABOMer.'
Discovery Channel announced that three-time Tony Award nominee Brian d'Arcy James ('Hamilton,' 'Spotlight,' '13 Reasons Why'), Trieste Kelly Dunn ('Blindspot,' 'Banshee') and Elizabeth Reaser ('Mad Men' and 'Young Adult') have been cast in the network's upcoming scripted series now titled 'Manhunt: The UNABOMer.'
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Brian F. O'Byrne been in?
Brian F. O'Byrne has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.
How many West End shows has Brian F. O'Byrne been in?
Brian F. O'Byrne has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Brian F. O'Byrne been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Outside Mullingar, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for If There Is I Haven't Found It Yet, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Coast of Utopia, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Coast of Utopia, Best Leading Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Doubt, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Doubt, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Doubt , Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Doubt, Best Featured Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Frozen, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Frozen, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Frozen, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Frozen, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Frozen, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Lonesome West and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Beauty Queen of Leenane.
What awards has Brian F. O'Byrne won?
Best Leading Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Doubt, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Doubt, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Doubt, Best Featured Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Frozen, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Frozen, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Frozen, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Frozen.
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