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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1928
The Duke


Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production

Charles BrownKing Hedley II


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

Charles Brown, King Hedley II

Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Charles Brown, Home

Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Charles Brown , Home

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Emmet Cohen Releases 'Isn't It Romantic?' Featuring Houston Person

American Pianists Award winner Emmet Cohen released a new rendition of the Rodgers and Hart composition “Isn’t It Romantic?” — it’s the second single from Master Legacy Series Vol. 5, his upcoming album with jazz master tenor saxophonist Houston Person.
Emmet Cohen Announces New Album 'Master Legacy Series Vol. 5' Featuring Houston Person

Emmet Cohen released “Just The Way You Are,” the first single from Master Legacy Series Vol. 5, his upcoming album with the great master of the tenor saxophone Houston Person. Although not considered a traditional selection in the jazz canon, Person puts any hesitation to rest by bringing his own clear, signature sound to the Billy Joel song.
BURN " A FOLK MUSICAL to Host Public Presentations Following Developmental Workshops

The new musical Burn – A Folk Musical, will have public presentations on July 29 and 30, 2023, following a three-week developmental workshop at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois.
The Elena Bennett and Fred Barton Song Salon Returns To Pangea

Elena Bennett and Fred Barton have announced the return of their long-hailed 'Bennett & Barton Song Salon,' in the front room of Pangea, on two Tuesdays, April 11 and April 18. The event will run for three hours on each night, between 8:30pm and 11:30pm. There is no cover or minimum.
Elena Bennett & Fred Barton to Debut New Show WE KNOW A SWING OR TWO At Chelsea Table+Stage in February

Elena Bennett and Fred Barton will debut their new show, 'We Know A Swing Or Two,' at Chelsea Table+Stage on Tuesday, February 7.
Orlando Gay Chorus Presents A HoliGAY Spectacular This Month

The Orlando Gay Chorus (OGC) is excited to present its performance of A HoliGAY Spectacular at the Rosen Event Center (11184 S. Apopka Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32836) on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 7:30pm and Sunday, December 15, 2022 at 3:00pm. OGC reprises its concert on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 7:30pm at The Ritz Theater (201 Magnolia Ave., Sanford, FL 32771).
New York Actor, Singer, And Recording Artist Serge Clivio Releases New Holiday Album JOY

Just in time for the holiday season, singer, actor, and recording artist Serge Clivio releases a full-length Christmas album titled, JOY. JOY is now available on all digital streaming platforms.
The Offspring Release 'Bells Will Be Ringing (Please Come Home For Christmas)'

Currently in the midst of a Canadian tour, they will close out the year with a two-week run of dates in Australia that includes sold-out shows in Perth, Melbourne, Wollongong, Sydney, and Brisbane. The band has announced a spring tour of Europe and the UK and will share further tour plans in the coming months.
Five Boroughs Music Festival Presents CASTLE OF OUR SKINS At Schomburg Center, November 18

​​​​​​​Five Boroughs Music Festival (5BMF) co-presents the New York City debut of Boston-based arts institution Castle of our Skins in Love Affects at the Langston Hughes Auditorium at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture on Friday, November 18, 2022 at 7:00pm.
Miquela to Host Final Pride Performance of CIRCLE JERK

Circle Jerk, the critically acclaimed, Pulitzer Prize® Finalist, will welcome Miquela (TIME Magazine’s “most influential person on the internet”) as special guest host for its final pride performance at The Connelly Theatre (220 E 4th Street).
Brandon Flynn, Brontez Purnell & More Announced as Special Guest Hosts for CIRCLE JERK Pride Performances

Circle Jerk, the critically acclaimed, Pulitzer Prize® Finalist piece has announced special guest hosts for its late-night performances in honor of Pride live at The Connelly Theater and live streamed online.
Photos: First Look at CIRCLE JERK at The Connelly Theatre

Circle Jerk, the Pulitzer Prize Finalist opened Tuesday, June 14, at The Connelly Theatre. Special guests included Julia Fox, Jeremy O. Harris, Ayo Edibiri, Larry Owens and more. Every performance of Circle Jerk is available both in person and live streamed simultaneously. Check out new photos of the production!
SIX Creators Toby Marlow & Lucy Moss to Host Special Pride Performance of CIRCLE JERK

The Tony Award nominated and Olivier Award winning writers of the internationally acclaimed, Six, will host a special, late-night performance of Circle Jerk on June 11 at 10:30pm, in honor of Pride month.
Pulitzer Prize Finalist CIRCLE JERK Announces Special Pride Performances

Circle Jerk, the Pulitzer Prize Finalist piece, will host special, late-night performances in honor of pride month this June at The Connelly Theater and online. These wild and unhinged performances will begin on June 11.
Pulitzer Prize Finalist CIRCLE JERK to Debut Hybrid In-Person & Livestreamed Production at The Connelly Theater

 Fake Friends, a theater and digital media production company that develops and produces original works for the stage, screen, and internet, will premiere the hybrid in-person and livestreamed presentation of Pulitzer Prize Finalist Circle Jerk.
Camila Cabello, Dan + Shay, Summer Walker & More Release New Holiday Music with Amazon Prime

New contributing artists also include Leon Bridges, Norah Jones, Alessia Cara, Chris Tomlin, Anne Wilson, NEEDTOBREATHE, Switchfoot, and JUDAH. Listen to Camila Cabello’s cover of “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and more now!
BWW Feature: ONLINE OPERA VIRTUAL TOUR SEPT. OCT.3-10 at Home Computer Screens

Los Angeles Opera has a new a?oeLiving Room Recitala?? with mezzo-sopranno Taylor Raven sings with three different pianists, Jeremy Frank, Nino Sanikidze, and Brendon Shapiro. She sings two songs from Hector Berlioza??s Les Nuits da??Étè, four songs from Xavier Montsalvatgea??s Cinco Canciones Negras, and other delightful pieces.
'Charles Brown's Cool Christmas Blues' Coming to Vinyl

Craft Recordings announces the reissue of Charles Brown’s Cool Christmas Blues on vinyl.
Al Hirschfeld Foundation Presents Online Exhibition LOST IN THE STARS: BLACK THEATRE MAKERS DRAWN BY HIRSCHFELD

The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has announced the latest in a series of online exhibitions exploring the work of one of the most iconic artists of the last century.
Holiday Spectacular Blends Classic Holiday Music With The Classic Motown Sound Starring The Motortown All-Stars

An evening of Motown's greatest hits and holiday favorites performed in the classic Motown style, with impeccable harmonies, dazzling choreography, and a full orchestra, live on stage Sunday, December 20, 2020, at 7:00 PM. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Charles Brown been in?

Charles Brown has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Charles Brown been in?

Charles Brown has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Charles Brown been nominated for?

Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for King Hedley II , Outstanding Featured Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for King Hedley II, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Home and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Home.

What awards has Charles Brown won?

Charles Brown won the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in King Hedley II.

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