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David Dukes

Date of Death: October 09, 2000 (55)

Birth Place: San Francisco, CA, USA

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BIO

David Coleman Dukes (June 6, 1945 – October 9, 2000) was an American character actor. He had a long career in films, appearing in 35. Dukes starred in the miniseries The Winds of War and War and Remembrance, and he was a frequent television guest star. Later in life, Dukes had recurring roles on shows such as Pauly, Sisters and Dawson's Creek.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1994
Dr. Harry Hyman

[Broadway]
1992
Edward [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1989
Andrew Makepiece Ladd III [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1988
Rene Gallimard [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1981
Victor Frankenstein

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Antonio Salieri [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1979
Horst

[Broadway]
1977
Count Dracula [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1976
General Sherman

[Broadway]
1975
Henry Carr [Replacement]

Henry Carr (Standby)

[Broadway]
1974
Guido Venanzi

[Broadway]
1974
Scandal

[Broadway]
1973
Nick Potter

Johnny Case (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1973
Coustouillu

[Broadway]
1973
Husbands #7, #8, #9

Athlete

[Broadway]
1973
Albert Adam

[Broadway]
1972
Don Carlos

[Broadway]
1972
Committeeman

William A. Brown (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1971
Horace


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

David Dukes, Bent

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

David Dukes, Bent

Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

David Dukes, Love for Love

Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

David Dukes, The Rules of the Game

News


L.A. Theatre Works Announces Additional Audio Theater Offerings

The world's leading producer of audio theater, L.A. Theatre Works offers audiences around the globe free access to state-of-the-art recordings of both contemporary and classic plays, each performed by leading actors of stage and screen.
Rialto Chatter: Will Elaine May and Frank Langella Lead LOVE LETTERS Off-Broadway?

Could Love Letters be headed off-Broadway, starring Elaine May and Frank Langella? According to Showbiz411, the duo will lead the A.R. Gurney play this spring at the Acorn Theater on W 42nd St. The production is expected to begin in March.
Down North Announce Dates and Release New Video

Down North lead vocalist Anthony Briscoe leans into a song like his life depended on it, a veritable force of nature who channels the spirit of legendary showmen like James Brown, Michael Jackson and Sam Cooke (not to mention arena-rock strutters like David Lee Roth and Steven Tyler). His crack bandmates in the Seattle-based band -- guitarist Nick Quiller's fiery psychedelic blues-rock riffs, drummer Conrad Real's muscular, balls-to-the-wall pounding and bassist Brandon Storms' rock-solid slap bottom - create a thoroughly modern hybrid of arena-rock bombast crossed with soul revue danceability. The hefty Briscoe is light on his feet - thanks to years of training in ballet and modern dance. 
BWW Interview: 13 THINGS ABOUT ED CARPOLOTTI's Penny Fuller & The Many Wonderful Things About Her

Actress/LA theatre inaugurator, Penny Fuller has embarked on a new leg of her career as a cabaret artiste. Ms. Fuller will be bringing her solo musical play 13 THINGS ABOUT ED CARPOLOTTI to the Broad Stage beginning January 11. I had the most delightful opportunity to chat with the vibrant, vivacious Ms. Fuller. She possesses a memory of an elephant, effortlessly listing off names of cast compatriots and retelling intriguing incidents of her theatre highlights.
BLOOD is Back at The Complez this Halloween!

Glenne Headly (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Dick Tracy, Mr. Holland's Opus), James Kyson (NBC's Heroes, voted one of "Hollywood's 25 Hottest" by TV Guide), Michael Yama (Betty White's Off Their Rockers) andRob Yang (The Americans, Twisted) join the cast when The Garage re-opens its acclaimed world premiere production of BLOOD. Written and directed by Obie and New York Outer Critics Circle Award-winner/ DGA Award, two-time Golden Globe and five-time Emmy Award nominee Robert Allan Ackerman, BLOOD returns to the The Complex in Hollywood beginning Oct. 28.
BLOOD is Back This October

Glenne Headly (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Dick Tracy, Mr. Holland's Opus) and James Kyson (NBC's Heroes, voted one of "Hollywood's 25 Hottest" by TV Guide) join the cast when The Garage re-opens its acclaimed world premiere production of BLOOD. Written and directed by Obie and New York Outer Critics Circle Award-winner/ DGA Award, two-time Golden Globe and five-time Emmy Award nominee Robert Allan Ackerman, BLOOD returns to the The Complex in Hollywood beginning Oct. 14.
BWW Interview: Robert Allan Ackerman Always Going for BLOOD and Making His Mark!

Obie-Awarding director Robert Allan Ackerman has worked the boards all around the globe bringing out outstanding performances from both stellar legends and before-they-were-known newbies. Robert's latest production BLOOD, which he wrote as well, had its world premiere earlier this year, also at The Complex.
BLOOD is Back This October

Glenne Headly (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Dick Tracy, Mr. Holland's Opus) and James Kyson (NBC's Heroes, voted one of "Hollywood's 25 Hottest" by TV Guide) join the cast when The Garage re-opens its acclaimed world premiere production of BLOOD. Written and directed by Obie and New York Outer Critics Circle Award-winner/ DGA Award, two-time Golden Globe and five-time Emmy Award nominee Robert Allan Ackerman, BLOOD returns to the The Complex in Hollywood beginning Oct. 14.
BLOOD to Mark The Garage's Debut Production

A Jewish-American reporter in Japan uncovers a conspiracy to cover up the government-sanctioned sale of HIV-contaminated blood products in a new political thriller with music inspired by true events.
BWW Interviews: Bent's MARTIN SHERMAN Talks About The Play and the Taper's Production

Playwright Martin Sherman, most famous for his Pulitzer and Tony-nominated play Bent is in town for the Mark Taper Forum's revival of  the classic directed by Moises Kaufman. We sat down at Vespaio at the after party Sunday July 26 and chatted briefly about the play and this production. What research you did originally on the persecution of gays in Nazi Germany?
Photo Blast from the Past: BENT Broadway Marquee

The 1980 Broadway production was directed by Robert Allan Ackerman, scenery by Santo Loquasto, costumes by Robert Wojewodski, lighting by Arden Fingerhut, and music by Stanley Silverman. The show featured Richard Gere as Max, David Marshall Grant as Rudy,James Remar as Wolf, Michael Gross as Greta, George Hall as Uncle Freddie, Bryan E. Clark as Officer, David Dukes as Horst, Ron Randell as Captain, and the Guards were Kai Wulff, Philip Kraus, and John Snyder. Check out a photo of the marquee below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Tom Dugan in Rubicon Theatre's ROBERT E. LEE - SHADES OF GRAY

Last month marked the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, one of the decisive battles of the Civil War. The anniversaries of the Battles of Chickamauga and Chattanooga, and the sesquicentennial of Lincoln's Gettysburg address take place over the next few months. Rubicon Theatre Company commemorates these historic events with the presentation of ROBERT E. LEE - SHADES OF GRAY, a compelling and dramatic portrait of one of U.S. history's most enigmatic figures. Scroll down for a first look at star Tom Dugan in action!
World Premiere of TRIO LOS MACHOS by Josefina Lopez Set for 6/8-7/8 - With the Music of Trío Los Panchos

Casa 0101 Theater will present the World Premiere of "Trio Los Machos," with songs made famous by the singing group, Trio Los Panchos, at the new Casa 0101 Theater, 2102 E. First Street (at Louis Street), Boyle Heights, CA 90033 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 5:00 p.m., June 8 - July 8, 2012.
World Premiere of TRIO LOS MACHOS by Josefina Lopez Plays Now thru 7/8

Casa 0101 Theater will present the World Premiere of "Trio Los Machos," with songs made famous by the singing group, Trio Los Panchos, at the new Casa 0101 Theater, 2102 E. First Street (at Louis Street), Boyle Heights, CA 90033 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 5:00 p.m., tonight, June 8 - July 8, 2012.
World Premiere of TRIO LOS MACHOS by Josefina Lopez Set for 6/8-7/8 - With the Music of Trío Los Panchos

Casa 0101 Theater will present the World Premiere of "Trio Los Machos," with songs made famous by the singing group, Trio Los Panchos, at the new Casa 0101 Theater, 2102 E. First Street (at Louis Street), Boyle Heights, CA 90033 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 5:00 p.m., June 8 - July 8, 2012.
Nigel Reed Returns to Rep Stage as Barrymore

Rep Stage, the professional Equity theatre in residence at Howard Community College (HCC), continues its 19th season with William Luce's 'Barrymore,' directed by Steven Carpenter ('Hysteria,' 'Mrs. Farnsworth').
Nigel Reed Returns to Rep Stage as Barrymore

Rep Stage, the professional Equity theatre in residence at Howard Community College (HCC), continues its 19th season with William Luce's 'Barrymore,' directed by Steven Carpenter ('Hysteria,' 'Mrs. Farnsworth').
Nigel Reed Returns to Rep Stage in BARRYMORE, 10/26-11/13

Rep Stage, the professional Equity theatre in residence at Howard Community College (HCC), continues its 19th season with William Luce's 'Barrymore,' directed by Steven Carpenter ('Hysteria,' 'Mrs. Farnsworth'). The faded glamour of the 1940s theatre comes to life as Rep Stage favorite and Helen Hayes Award-winning actor Nigel Reed ('Travels With My Aunt,' 'Mrs. Warren's Profession,' 'The Judas Kiss') reunites with the director of 2008's 'Trumbo: Red, White, and Blacklisted' to portray stage legend John Barrymore as he rehearses a comeback performance of his triumphal 'Richard III.' Mr. Reed delivers a comedic yet haunting portrayal of the acclaimed stage and screen actor from the legendary Barrymore family, icons of the American Theatre. 'Barrymore' opens October 26 and runs through November 13, 2011 in the Smith Theatre of the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center (HVPA) on the campus of HCC.
Nigel Reed Returns to Rep Stage as Barrymore

Rep Stage, the professional Equity theatre in residence at Howard Community College (HCC), continues its 19th season with William Luce's 'Barrymore,' directed by Steven Carpenter ('Hysteria,' 'Mrs. Farnsworth').
Rubicon Theatre Presents The Mystery of Irma Vep, Previews 10/12

When the night is dark and stormy, or the mist is rising on the moors under a full moon; when there are macabre stirrings in the tomb, or the unearthly howling of laughter from audience members - it must be the season for THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP, Charles Ludlam's ribald sendup of gothic romance and horror that begins preview next Wednesday, October 12, opens October 15, and continues through November 6 at RUBICON THEATRE COMPANY.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Dukes been in?

David Dukes has appeared on Broadway in 18 shows.

How many West End shows has David Dukes been in?

David Dukes has not appeared in the West End

What awards has David Dukes been nominated for?

David Dukes has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for his role in "Bent." He was also nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for the same production. Dukes received additional nominations for Outstanding Featured Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for his performances in "Love for Love" and "The Rules of the Game."

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