Clifton Davis
Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA
Latest News on Clifton Davis:
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Charlotte d'Amboise & More to Star in REUNION OF BARTERSVILLE Reading (Jun 6, 2024)
North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festival (Jun 4, 2024)
Tamara Tunie and Clifton Davis Will Co-Chair International Black Theatre Festival (May 13, 2024)
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Charlotte d'Amboise & More to Star in REUNION OF BARTERSVILLE Reading (Jun 6, 2024)
North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festival (Jun 4, 2024)
Tamara Tunie and Clifton Davis Will Co-Chair International Black Theatre Festival (May 13, 2024)
BIO
Clifton Davis, the Tony and Grammy nominated veteran actor is thrilled to reprise the role of Doctor Dillamond. Among Davis’ eight Broadway shows, he originated the role of “Sultan” in Aladdin and “Valentine” in Two Gentlemen of Verona. TV Series Regulars/Recurring: “Madam Secretary,” “Godfather of Harlem,” “Amen.” Additional: “New Amsterdam,” “Blue Bloods,” “Billions.” Special thanks to his wife Monica and Headline Talent Agency.
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From L-R: Delphi Borich (Lydia Bennet), Clifton Davis (Mr. Bennet), Manna Nichols (Jane Bennet), Katie Dixon (Kitty Bennet), Olivia Hernandez (Elizabeth Bennet), and Michele Ragusa (Mrs. Bennet) in Austen's Pride - Photo Credit Tracy Martin
Date:
10/22/2019
From: Photo Flash: Get A First Look At Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre's AUSTEN'S PRIDE
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From L-R: Delphi Borich (Lydia Bennet), Clifton Davis (Mr. Bennet), Manna Nichols (Jane Bennet), Katie Dixon (Kitty Bennet), Olivia Hernandez (Elizabeth Bennet), and Michele Ragusa (Mrs. Bennet) in Austen's Pride - Photo Credit Tracy Martin
Date:
10/22/2019
From: Photo Flash: Get A First Look At Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre's AUSTEN'S PRIDE
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1964
Ensemble [Replacement]
Cornelius Hackl (Understudy) [Replacement]
Movies
Together for Days
[ 1972 ] Gus
[ 1972 ] Gus
Lost in the Stars
[ 1974 ] Absalom
[ 1974 ] Absalom
Scott Joplin
[ 1977 ] Chauvin
[ 1977 ] Chauvin
Any Given Sunday
[ 1999 ] Mayor Tyrone Smalls
[ 1999 ] Mayor Tyrone Smalls
Kingdom Come
[ 2001 ] Charles Winslow
[ 2001 ] Charles Winslow
Max Keeble's Big Move
[ 2001 ] Supt. BobbyCrazy LegsKnebworth
[ 2001 ] Supt. BobbyCrazy LegsKnebworth
The Painting
[ 2001 ] Thom Ayers
[ 2001 ] Thom Ayers
The Climb
[ 2002 ] Cheryl's Dad
[ 2002 ] Cheryl's Dad
The Engagement: My Phamily BBQ 2
[ 2006 ] Rev. Joe Clark
[ 2006 ] Rev. Joe Clark
Cover
[ 2007 ] D.A. Simmons
[ 2007 ] D.A. Simmons
God's Amazing Grace... Is Just A Prayer Away
[ 2013 ] Wilbert Richardson
[ 2013 ] Wilbert Richardson
Prayer Never Fails
[ 2016 ] Michael Brown
[ 2016 ] Michael Brown
A Shot Through the Wall
[ 2020 ] Deputy Chief Bill Walker
[ 2020 ] Deputy Chief Bill Walker
Whealthy and Wise
[ 2022 ] Dr. Rafael Mendes, PhD
[ 2022 ] Dr. Rafael Mendes, PhD
We Are Gathered Here Today
[ 2022 ] Joe Wyatt
[ 2022 ] Joe Wyatt
TV Shows
Amen
Reverend Reuben Gregory
Reverend Reuben Gregory
Billions
Judge Wailand
Judge Wailand
Godfather of Harlem
Honorable Elijah Muhammad
Honorable Elijah Muhammad
Madam Secretary
Ephraim Ware
Ephraim Ware
Police Story
Ed Webber, Mark Randolph
Ed Webber, Mark Randolph
That's My Mama
Clifton Curtis
Clifton Curtis
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Clifton Davis, Two Gentlemen of Verona
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1971 - Performance
Clifton Davis, Do It Again
Videos
VIDEO: On This Day, March 20- Are You Gonna Love This Guy! ALADDIN Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2019
VIDEO: On This Day. March 20- Make Way for Prince Ali! ALADDIN Opens on Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2018
Photos and Video: Meet ALADDIN's New Stars - Telly Leung and Major Attaway!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2017
VIDEO: ALADDIN's James Iglehart Pulls a Fast One On Guests at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 30, 2016
STAGE TUBE: ALADDIN's Trevor Dion Nicholas Wishes Fans a Merry Christmas!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 23, 2015
STAGE TUBE: ALADDIN's Adam Jacobs and Courtney Reed Cover Ed Sheeran's 'Thinking Out Loud'
by Stage Tube - Nov 5, 2015
STAGE TUBE: ALADDIN's Jonathan Freeman Channels Jafar, Ursula, Cruella and Oogie Boogie in Disney Villains Medley
by Stage Tube - Oct 22, 2015
STAGE TUBE: ALADDIN's Adam Jacobs and Courtney Reed Record 'A Whole New World'!
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2015
STAGE TUBE: You Aint Never Had a Friend Like Him! Stars of Broadway's ALADDIN Test How Well They Know Each Other
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 31, 2015
VIDEO: Missed Jeopardy's ALADDIN ON BROADWAY Category Last Night? Test Your Trivial Knowledge Now!
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 16, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Adam Jacobs and James Monroe Iglehart Perform ALADDIN Medley on THE VIEW!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 9, 2014
VIDEO: ALADDIN's James Iglehart Pays Tribute to Robin Williams with Audience Sing-Along
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 13, 2014
News
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Charlotte d'Amboise & More to Star in REUNION OF BARTERSVILLE Reading
LaChanze Productions has unveiled the cast for an industry reading on June 13 at Pershing Square Signature Center of Reunion in Bartersville. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
LaChanze Productions has unveiled the cast for an industry reading on June 13 at Pershing Square Signature Center of Reunion in Bartersville. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festival
North Carolina Black Repertory Company has announced the mainstage program for its 18th biennial International Black Theatre Festival, taking place July 29-August 3 in Winston-Salem, NC.
North Carolina Black Repertory Company has announced the mainstage program for its 18th biennial International Black Theatre Festival, taking place July 29-August 3 in Winston-Salem, NC.
Tamara Tunie and Clifton Davis Will Co-Chair International Black Theatre Festival
The International Black Theatre Festival, considered the biggest event in Black theatre, will mark its 35th year in Winston-Salem, July 29 to August 3.
The International Black Theatre Festival, considered the biggest event in Black theatre, will mark its 35th year in Winston-Salem, July 29 to August 3.
Photos/Video: ALADDIN Celebrates 10 Years on Broadway
The Broadway production of Aladdin celebrated its 10th anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre on March 20, 2024. Check out photos and video footage from the big night here!
The Broadway production of Aladdin celebrated its 10th anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre on March 20, 2024. Check out photos and video footage from the big night here!
AUSTEN'S PRIDE to Release Stock and Amateur Performance Rights for One Year
Stock and amateur performance rights for the new musical Austen’s Pride will be available for one year only starting this summer through the summer of 2025.
Stock and amateur performance rights for the new musical Austen’s Pride will be available for one year only starting this summer through the summer of 2025.
AUSTEN'S PRIDE To Release Full Live Album From Carnegie Hall
A full live recording of the music from the critically-acclaimed new musical Austen's Pride will be released, due to popular demand, in June 2024. The album will feature the star-studded cast from the recent concert at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
A full live recording of the music from the critically-acclaimed new musical Austen's Pride will be released, due to popular demand, in June 2024. The album will feature the star-studded cast from the recent concert at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
Michelle Buteau's SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Renewed For Season 2 on Netflix
Survival of the Thickest centers on Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau). Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist. She's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family, a body positive attitude, and a cute v-neck and lip gloss.
Survival of the Thickest centers on Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau). Black, plus-size and newly single, Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist. She's determined to not only survive but thrive with the support of her chosen family, a body positive attitude, and a cute v-neck and lip gloss.
Listen: Mamie Parris and Olivia Hernandez Perform 'When I Fall In Love' From AUSTEN'S PRIDE
A live single from the critically-acclaimed new musical Austen's Pride has been released featuring the star-studded cast from the June 29, 2023 concert at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
A live single from the critically-acclaimed new musical Austen's Pride has been released featuring the star-studded cast from the June 29, 2023 concert at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
ALADDIN on Broadway- A Complete Guide
Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Aladdin on Broadway. Check out all the details below!
Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Aladdin on Broadway. Check out all the details below!
Photos: Go Inside Al Hirschfeld's 120th Birthday Celebration at The Museum of Broadway
Check out photos from The Museum of Broadway's event celebrating Al Hirschfeld’s 120th birthday!
Check out photos from The Museum of Broadway's event celebrating Al Hirschfeld’s 120th birthday!
Mamie Parris, Beth Leavel & More to Star in AUSTEN'S PRIDE in Concert at Carnegie Hall
Broadway veteran Mamie Parris will star as Jane Austen in the one-night-only concert presentation of the new musical Austen’s Pride at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Broadway veteran Mamie Parris will star as Jane Austen in the one-night-only concert presentation of the new musical Austen’s Pride at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets!
AUSTEN'S PRIDE Will Play One-Night-Only Concert at Carnegie Hall
Producer R. Erin Craig has announced that the new musical Austen's Pride will play a one-night-only concert engagement at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 8 PM. Featuring a book, music, and lyrics by Lindsay Warren Baker and Amanda Jacobs and orchestrations by Amanda Jacobs, Austen's Pride is directed by Igor Goldin with musical direction by Matt Perri, who will also conduct the evening, and choreography by Lisa Shriver.
Producer R. Erin Craig has announced that the new musical Austen's Pride will play a one-night-only concert engagement at the prestigious Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 8 PM. Featuring a book, music, and lyrics by Lindsay Warren Baker and Amanda Jacobs and orchestrations by Amanda Jacobs, Austen's Pride is directed by Igor Goldin with musical direction by Matt Perri, who will also conduct the evening, and choreography by Lisa Shriver.
Photos: WICKED Star Brittney Johnson Debuts Her Nightclub Act At Birdland Jazz
On May 1, Birdland welcomed former Wicked star Brittney Johnson to their stage with her debut nightclub act, titled 'Ripple Effect”. See photos from inside the show!
On May 1, Birdland welcomed former Wicked star Brittney Johnson to their stage with her debut nightclub act, titled 'Ripple Effect”. See photos from inside the show!
Photo: Get a First Look at McKenzie Kurtz as Glinda in WICKED
Get a first look at McKenzie Kurtz as Glinda in WICKED on Broadway! Her first performance at the Gershwin Theater will be Tuesday February 14.
Get a first look at McKenzie Kurtz as Glinda in WICKED on Broadway! Her first performance at the Gershwin Theater will be Tuesday February 14.
John Dossett, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, and William Youmans Join WICKED This Spring
Wicked will welcome new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre this spring. Tony Award-nominee John Dossett will take over the role of The Wizard, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, last seen on Broadway in Girl from the North Country, will assume the role of Nessarose, and William Youmans, the original Dr. Dillamond, will reprise his role and return to the halls of Shiz University.
Wicked will welcome new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre this spring. Tony Award-nominee John Dossett will take over the role of The Wizard, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, last seen on Broadway in Girl from the North Country, will assume the role of Nessarose, and William Youmans, the original Dr. Dillamond, will reprise his role and return to the halls of Shiz University.
Alyssa Fox to Take Over as Elphaba in WICKED Beginning in March
Alyssa Fox will take over the role of Elphaba in WICKED at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre beginning Tuesday, March 7th. See how to purchase tickets!
Alyssa Fox will take over the role of Elphaba in WICKED at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre beginning Tuesday, March 7th. See how to purchase tickets!
McKenzie Kurtz to Join WICKED on Broadway as 'Glinda' in February
McKenzie Kurtz will join the cast of WICKED at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre, taking over the role of Glinda beginning Tuesday, February 14. See how to purchase tickets!
McKenzie Kurtz will join the cast of WICKED at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre, taking over the role of Glinda beginning Tuesday, February 14. See how to purchase tickets!
Michele Pawk Will Join the Broadway Cast of WICKED, and Michael Wartella Returns!
Tony Award-winner Michele Pawk will join the cast of Wicked at Broadway's Gershwin Theatre, taking over the role of Madame Morrible beginning Monday, December 12. Michael Wartella returned to the role of Boq, starting performances last evening, November 15.
Tony Award-winner Michele Pawk will join the cast of Wicked at Broadway's Gershwin Theatre, taking over the role of Madame Morrible beginning Monday, December 12. Michael Wartella returned to the role of Boq, starting performances last evening, November 15.
Wake Up With BWW 8/10: 1776 Casting, Jane Lynch to Depart FUNNY GIRL Early, and More!
Top stories include complete casting for 1776 on Broadway! The cast includes Crystal Lucas-Perry, Carolee Carmello, Elizabeth A. Davis, and more. Plus, Jane Lynch will depart Funny Girl earlier than planned, The Kite Runner will require masks for Friday performances, and more.
Top stories include complete casting for 1776 on Broadway! The cast includes Crystal Lucas-Perry, Carolee Carmello, Elizabeth A. Davis, and more. Plus, Jane Lynch will depart Funny Girl earlier than planned, The Kite Runner will require masks for Friday performances, and more.
Photos: Talia Suskauer, Cleavant Derricks, Mikayla Renfrow & More Join WICKED On Broadway
See all new photos of the cast of WICKED on Broadway in action! The current company includes Talia Suskauer as Elphaba, Brittney Johnson as Glinda, Sharon Sachs as Madame Morrible, Jordan Barrow as Boq, Tony Award winner Cleavant Derricks as The Wizard, James D. Gish as Fiyero, Tony Award nominee Clifton Davis as Doctor Dillamond, and Broadway newcomer Mikayla Renfrow as Nessarose.
See all new photos of the cast of WICKED on Broadway in action! The current company includes Talia Suskauer as Elphaba, Brittney Johnson as Glinda, Sharon Sachs as Madame Morrible, Jordan Barrow as Boq, Tony Award winner Cleavant Derricks as The Wizard, James D. Gish as Fiyero, Tony Award nominee Clifton Davis as Doctor Dillamond, and Broadway newcomer Mikayla Renfrow as Nessarose.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Clifton Davis been in?
Clifton Davis has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Clifton Davis been in?
Clifton Davis has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Clifton Davis been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Two Gentlemen of Verona and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Do It Again.
What awards has Clifton Davis won?
Clifton Davis won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for Two Gentlemen of Verona. He also received the Theatre World Award for Performance for Do It Again.
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