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Carl Cofield

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Carl Cofield: Is a New York based director and actor. He directed the award winning world premiere of One Night In Miami (Huffingtion Post best of L.A. 2013, N.A.A.C.P., L.A. Drama Critics Circle and others) for Rogue Machine Theater and the Denver Center Theatre, for which, he received the Los Angeles N.A.A.C.P award for Best Director. NYC directing credits include: the 50th anniversary of Dutchman for the Classical Theatre of Harlem/National Black Theatre, Macbeth for Classical Theatre of Harlem/Dinoma Theatre, Better Than Yellow for 48 Hours In Harlem, The Seven by Will Power at the Connelly Theatre, The Tuskegee Airman Project for CUNY York College. He assisted Molly Smith in the world premiere of Camp David by Laurence Wright at Arena Stage. He also assisted Kent Gash on Langston In Harlem at Urban Stages.


As an actor, his work has been seen at The Manhattan Theater Club (Ruined), Berkeley Rep, Alliance, Arena Stage, The Shakespeare Theater, Intiman, Actors Theater of Louisville, Shakespeare Santa Cruz, Milwaukee Rep, Alabama Shakespeare, The McCarter, The Acting Company, The Studio Theatre and many others.
Education: M.F.A. Columbia Carlcofield.com

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Christian / Fortune / Soldier / Miner (Understudy)


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Lupita Nyong’o's Brother Junior Will Join Her in Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

The Public Theater has revealed additional cast and the production dates ahead of this summer’s production of TWELFTH NIGHT. See who is staring and learn how to attend.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem to Receive 60K Award from the National Endowment for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025

The Classical Theatre of Harlem has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts for a Grants for Arts Projects award of 60K. Learn more about the grant and about the organization.
The Public Unveils Mobile Unit and Public Works' Summer 2025 Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2024

The Public Theater has revealed the Mobile Unit and Public Works productions for the Summer 2025 season, joining the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of TWELFTH NIGHT. See programming and learn how to attend.
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Unveils 2025 Season Featuring MEMNON NY Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem has revealed its 2025 season. The upcoming season will feature a thrilling array of performances, including the beloved Holiday Concert Series and much more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: MEMNON at The Getty Villa
by Andrew Child - Sep 7, 2024

Though the language is easy to imagine as the foundation for a more ostentatious spectacle, the sweeping narration is deftly relayed by a mighty fistful of actors and a polished trio of dancers in a way that allows grand battles and weighty sociopolitical musings to service the intrinsic poetry of the contemporary text.
Interview: Carl Cofield's Talks the Storytelling of the Story of MEMNON
by Gil Kaan - Sep 5, 2024

Next up at the Getty Villa, Memnon conceived by Carl Cofield and Will Power opening September 5, 2024, (already in previews). Carl directs this oft overlooked epic tale from the Greek mythological canon written by Will with the cast of: Eric Berryman, Jesse J. Perez, Andrea Patterson, Daniel José Molina, Jesse Corbin, Holly Hwang Belshaw, Katherine (Kat) Files and Jenna Kulacz. Carl found time before opening night to answer a few of my queries.
Classical Theatre of Harlem Unveils Full Cast for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem has revealed the full cast for its upcoming production of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Carl Cofield. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Getty And The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Present MEMNON
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2024

The Getty Villa Museum and the Classical Theatre of Harlem collaborate to present MEMNON, an engaging outdoor theater production. Tickets are available starting July 1.
Getty and the Classical Theatre of Harlem to Present MEMNON World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2024

This fall, the Getty Villa Museum and the Classical Theatre of Harlem will present the world premiere of Memnon for the 18th annual Villa Outdoor Classical Theater production. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Classical Theatre of Harlem Unveils Full Cast for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Carl Cofield.
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem to Present PERSON PLACE THING With Randy Cohen And Ty Jones
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem will host PERSON PLACE THING featuring Randy Cohen and Ty Jones, exploring personal stories linked to significant places and objects. Learn how to attend!
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem To Receive $1 Million Grant From The Mellon Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem receives a $1 million grant from the Mellon Foundation. Learn more!
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Announces Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem will present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM featuring comedian Russell Peters for the 2024 Uptown Shakespeare in the Park.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem's Annual Fundraiser Set For This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem has announced their annual benefit event, 'Hold ‘Em In Harlem,' commemorating 100 years of the Harlem Renaissance and 25 years of CTH, as well as its upcoming season in honor of longtime trustee, the late Andre Braugher.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem to Present its Annual Fundraiser: Hold 'em In Harlem
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024

For the fourth consecutive year, The Classical Theatre of Harlem, in partnership with The Renaissance Hotel Ballroom Harlem, will present their annual benefit event, 'Hold ‘Em In Harlem'.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem Celebrates 100 Years of the Harlem Renaissance and 25 Years of CTH
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem has announced a special event, 'Renaissance Reborn: Reimagining the Past, Igniting the Future,' commemorating 100 years of the Harlem Renaissance and 25 years of CTH.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem Announces New Board of Director Members
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem will welcome Tony nominee Kara Young, Dr. Karen Jackson Weaver, and Renée Beaumont to its board of directors. Learn more about the new members here!
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem To Receive $75,000 Grant From The National Endowment For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2024

The Classical Theatre of Harlem has announced it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $75,000.00.
Classical Theatre of Harlem Dedicates 2024 Season to Andre Braugher
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2024

On Monday, December 18th, 2023 The Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH), hosted a night of holiday entertainment hosted by actor Ethan Hawke. The theatre's annual show was dedicated to longtime trustee Andre Braugher who sadly recently passed away. CTH will be dedicating their entire 2024 season to the actor.
National Dance Institute Appoints Tiffany Rea-Fisher as The Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence for the 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2023

Following her acclaimed choreography for the Public Theater’s summer 2023 production of The Tempest at The Delacorte Theater, the multi-talented artist Tiffany Rea-Fisher has been chosen as National Dance Institute’s (NDI) Artist-in-Residence for 2024.

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