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Colman Domingo

Birth Place: Philadephia, PA, USA

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BIO

A 2021 Film Independent Spirit, NAACP, SAG and Critics Choice Award nominee for his work in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Colman Domingo is a Tony, Olivier, Drama Desk, and Drama League Award nominated actor, director, writer and producer. Colman has recently received his Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from Ursinus College. He is a Juilliard School Creative Associate and on faculty of the Yale School of Drama.



He has starred in some of the most profound films in recent years such as Barry Jenkins' If Beale Street Could Talk, Steven Spielbergs' Lincoln, Lee Daniel's The Butler, Ava DuVernay's Selma and Nate Parker's Birth of a Nation. He stars in the upcoming films, Jordan Peele's Candyman and Janicza Bravo's Zola. He stars on AMC's Fear the Walking Dead for seven seasons and guest stars on HBO's Euphoria as Ali. He recurred on Steven Soderbergh's series The Knick. As a writer, his plays and musicals include Dot (Samuel French), Wild with Happy (Dramatist Play Service) and A Boy and His Soul (Oberon Books), the Tony Award nominated Broadway musical Summer: The Donna Summer Musical and Geffen Playhouse’s groundbreaking musical Light's Out: Nat King Cole. His plays have been produced by The Public Theater, Vineyard, La Jolla Playhouse, Humana Festival of New American Plays, New York Stage and Film, A.C.T, The Tricycle Theater in London, Brisbane Powerhouse in Australia, among others. He is the recipient of a Lucille Lortel, Obie, Audelco and GLAAD Award for his work.

His production company, Edith Productions, has a first look deal with AMC Studios for which he is developing television, film, theater and animation projects. He is currently writing a new musical for The Young Vic in London/ Concord Music and hosting Season 3 of his series, Bottomless Brunch at Colman's across AMC platforms.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Young Vic Production, 2014
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2012
Gil

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company, 2012
Zachariah

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Clerk

Attorney General

Guard Bones

Lawyer Bones

Sheriff Bones

Mr. Bones

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Lawyer Bones

Clerk

Attorney General

Guard Bones

Sheriff Bones

Mr. Bones

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Franklin

Mr. Venus

Joop

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Mr. Franklin / Joop / Mr. Venus

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Others (Understudy)

Jim (Understudy)

and others (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Ross/Steward/Mr. Angus/Bix

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Duke of Bourbon

Canterbury/ French King/ French Constable (Understudy)

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2019]
Author

Writing

Playwright
Author

Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical

Colman DomingoThe Scottsboro Boys

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Colman Domingo, The Scottsboro Boys

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Colman DomingoA Boy and His Soul


winner
Obie Awards - 2008 - Performance

Colman Domingo, Passing Strange

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Blackfriars Theatre Presents DOT By Colman Domingo

Blackfriars Theatre has announced its holiday production of DOT by Colman Domingo, running December 13-29.
Vineyard Theatre Reveals Winners of the Emerging Artists Awards

Vineyard Theatre has revealed the recipients of the 2024-2025 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award and Colman Domingo Award. Learn more about the award and the recipients!
Josh O'Connor Cast in Steven Spielberg's 2026 Film

Josh O'Connor is the latest performer to be cast in Steven Spielberg's next film. The actor has joined Spielberg's 'event film,' which hits theaters on May 15, 2026 and will appear alongside the previously announced Colman Domingo, Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, and Eve Hewson.
Video: Colman Domingo Stars in THE MADNESS Official Trailer

Netflix has released the official trailer for The Madness, the upcoming thriller series starring Emmy Award winner and Broadway performer Colman Domingo. The show premieres on Netflix November 28, 2024.
Michael Jackson Biopic Moves 2025 Release Date

Michael Jackson fans are going to have to wait a bit longer to see his biopic. Michael, the upcoming film centering on the iconic artist, has moved its theatrical release date from the previously announced April 18, 2025 to October 3, 2025.
SING SING Cast to Receive Gotham Social Justice Honor

The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced that the cast of Sing Sing, directed by Greg Kwedar and co-written by Clint Bentley and Kwedar, will receive The 2024 Gotham Social Justice Tribute at the 34th edition of The Gothams, taking place live and in person on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. 
Video: Behind-the-Scenes with Colman Domingo in THE MADNESS

Netflix has released a new behind-the-scenes featurette for The Madness, the upcoming thriller series starring Emmy Award winner and Broadway performer Colman Domingo. Watch as Domingo and the executive producers dive behind the scenes of the new show to explore the world of this conspiracy thriller. 
GOLDEN KRUST Partners to Promote New Album 'Warriors' with Giveaway

Golden Krust, the premier Jamaican fast-casual restaurant group that aims to bring a taste of the Caribbean to the world, is partnering with Atlantic Records and songwriter, actor and filmmaker Lin-Manuel Miranda and playwright Eisa Davis, to promote their new concept album, 'Warriors.'
Video: Colman Domingo Stars in THE MADNESS Teaser Trailer

Netflix has released a new teaser trailer for The Madness, the upcoming thriller conspiracy series starring Emmy Award winner Colman Domingo.
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Recalls E-Mail Exchange with Stephen Sondheim

Lin-Manuel Miranda recalled an iconic e-mail exchange he shared with the late Stephen Sondheim about an ice cream truck in Queens on a recent visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers. Watch the clip!
Photos: Colman Domingo, Jane Fonda, and More at Tectonic Theater Project's Gala

Hollywood lit up Tectonic Theater Project's star-studded gala, 'A Tectonic Cabaret,' at NYC's Current (Pier 59) Monday night. Check out photos here!
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis 'Open' to Broadway Future for WARRIORS

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis visited the Today Show on Wednesday to discuss their concept album, Warriors, released last week. During the interview, the writers discussed their inspiration for the album, working with the vocalists, and whether the show could be staged in the future. Watch it now!
Colman Domingo Sets Directorial Debut with Hollywood Drama

Colman Domingo will be making his directorial debut with Scandalous, a new Miramax film about old Hollywood starring Sydney Sweeney and David Jonsson. The film, which takes place in 1957, centers on the love affair between actress Kim Novak (Sweeney) and musician Sammy Davis Jr. (Jonsson).
Photos: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, & More Attend Academy Museum Gala

On Saturday, October 19, The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures held its fourth annual gala. The celebratory evening was a star-studded affair with Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Rita Moreno, Colman Domingo, Ariana DeBose, and more in attendance. Take a look at photos from the evening!
Video: Inside the WARRIORS Album Release With Lin-Manuel Miranda & More

Atlantic Records has released WARRIORS, the groundbreaking new concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, available everywhere now. BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet for the release! Watch footage here!
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Amber Gray, & More Attend WARRIORS Album Launch Party

WARRIORS,  the groundbreaking new concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, is available everywhere now. Miranda and Davis celebrated the album launch and Time Out New York cover at an exclusive release party. Take a look at the photos now!
Listen: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis Unveil New WARRIORS Concept Album

Atlantic Records has released WARRIORS, the groundbreaking new concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, available everywhere now. Listen to the album here!
Review Roundup: Lin-Manuel Miranda & Elsa Davis' WARRIORS Concept Album

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Elsa Davis have just released their highly-anticipated Warriors concept album, inspired by the 1979 Paramount Pictures cult film. Find out what critics think of the new album!
Video: Why Lin-Manuel Miranda & Eisa Davis Couldn't Make WARRIORS Alone

While making the 'Warriors' album, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis both admit that the project is something neither of them could create alone. They worked with with Hip-Hop royalty like Ms. Lauryn Hill, Busta Rhymes, Nas, RZA, and Ghostface Killah, while also recruiting Philippa Soo, Billy Porter, Jasmine Cephas Jones, and more. Watch the video!
Photos: Colman Domingo, Lynn Nottage & More at The Artivism Ball

On Monday, October 14, the Tony Award-winning non-profit Broadway Advocacy Coalition hosted its gala, The Artivism Ball, at 583 Park Avenue. See photos from the event!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Colman Domingo been in?

Colman Domingo has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Colman Domingo been in?

Colman Domingo has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Colman Domingo's first West End show?

Colman Domingo's first West End show was The Scottsboro Boys which opened in 2014

What awards has Colman Domingo been nominated for?

Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Scottsboro Boys, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Scottsboro Boys, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for A Boy and His Soul and Performance (Obie Awards) for Passing Strange.

What awards has Colman Domingo won?

Colman Domingo has won the Obie Award for Performance for his work in Passing Strange.

How many shows has Colman Domingo written?

Colman Domingo has written 4 shows including Wild With Happy (Playwright), Dot (Author), Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (Bookwriter), Lights Out: Nat 'King' Cole (Co-Writer).

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