David Emerson Toney
Latest News on David Emerson Toney:
BWW Review: A Subtle SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage (Dec 4, 2021)
Cast and Creative Team Announced for August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage (Oct 20, 2021)
Full Cast Announced for SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage (Feb 20, 2020)
BWW Review: A Subtle SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage (Dec 4, 2021)
Cast and Creative Team Announced for August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage (Oct 20, 2021)
Full Cast Announced for SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage (Feb 20, 2020)
BIO
David Emerson Toney is a seasoned actor with an impressive career in theater, film, and television. Born in New York City, Toney began his career in the theater, where he has appeared in numerous productions on and off Broadway.
Toney's Broadway credits include "Juan Darien: A Carnival Mass," "The Iceman Cometh," and "The Little Foxes." He has also appeared in off-Broadway productions such as "The Blacks: A Clown Show," "The Cherry Orchard," and "The Colored Museum."
In addition to his work on stage, Toney has also made a name for himself in the film industry. He has appeared in several movies, including "The Hurricane," "Malcolm X," and "The Devil's Advocate." He has also had recurring roles on popular television shows such as "Law & Order" and "The Sopranos."
Toney's talent extends beyond acting, as he is also an accomplished writer and director. He wrote and directed the play "The Devil and Daniel Webster," which was produced off-Broadway in 1995. He has also directed productions of "The Colored Museum" and "The Last Night of Ballyhoo."
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Awards and Nominations
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Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play
David Emerson ToneyTwo Trains Running
News
BWW Review: A Subtle SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage
August Wilson’s story of seven friends in post-war Pittsburgh may take a while to get started, but don’t let the slow pace or lengthy run time fool you. The play, and Arena’s production, have all the ingredients of great drama - rich characters, powerful writing, and human introspection - and together they simmer and tell a timeless story about race and economic inequality in America.
August Wilson’s story of seven friends in post-war Pittsburgh may take a while to get started, but don’t let the slow pace or lengthy run time fool you. The play, and Arena’s production, have all the ingredients of great drama - rich characters, powerful writing, and human introspection - and together they simmer and tell a timeless story about race and economic inequality in America.
Cast and Creative Team Announced for August Wilson's SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced the cast and creative team for Tony Award-nominated August Wilson’s Seven Guitars, directed by Tazewell Thompson (Arena’s Jubilee).
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced the cast and creative team for Tony Award-nominated August Wilson’s Seven Guitars, directed by Tazewell Thompson (Arena’s Jubilee).
Full Cast Announced for SEVEN GUITARS at Arena Stage
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced the company for August Wilson's Seven Guitars. Tazewell Thompson (Arena's Jubilee) will direct this Tony Award-nominated play. Set in 1940s Pittsburgh, seven lives are interconnected when old friend and blues singer Floyd Barton vows to turn his life around after a surprise windfall leaves him hopeful for a second chance.
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced the company for August Wilson's Seven Guitars. Tazewell Thompson (Arena's Jubilee) will direct this Tony Award-nominated play. Set in 1940s Pittsburgh, seven lives are interconnected when old friend and blues singer Floyd Barton vows to turn his life around after a surprise windfall leaves him hopeful for a second chance.
Ohio University Launches Reimagined BFA Program
In the fall of 2019 the Ohio University School of Theater will welcome its first class to an exciting new chapter of its undergraduate Theater Performance degree program. Two interrelated four-year degree tracks will now be offered in either acting or musical theater, with an innovative curricular approach designed to prepare students for the rapidly changing theater industry.
In the fall of 2019 the Ohio University School of Theater will welcome its first class to an exciting new chapter of its undergraduate Theater Performance degree program. Two interrelated four-year degree tracks will now be offered in either acting or musical theater, with an innovative curricular approach designed to prepare students for the rapidly changing theater industry.
Seattle Theater Writers Announce the Eighth Annual Nominations of the 2018 Gypsy Rose Lee Awards
Seattle's critics' circle announces Nominees of Excellence in Seattle theatrical productions. Spanning dozens of theater companies and productions, from large and prominent to small and humble, the Gypsy Rose Lee Awards honor the excellence found in the myriad of professional theater productions that we reviewers attend in a year.
Seattle's critics' circle announces Nominees of Excellence in Seattle theatrical productions. Spanning dozens of theater companies and productions, from large and prominent to small and humble, the Gypsy Rose Lee Awards honor the excellence found in the myriad of professional theater productions that we reviewers attend in a year.
TWO TRAINS RUNNING Extends at Arena Stage
August Wilson's masterpiece drama on the civil rights movement, Two Trains Running, will receive an additional five performances during its run at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. Under the direction of Juliette Carrillo and in a co-production with Seattle Repertory Theatre, Two Trains Running now plays through May 6, 2018 on the Fichandler Stage.
August Wilson's masterpiece drama on the civil rights movement, Two Trains Running, will receive an additional five performances during its run at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater. Under the direction of Juliette Carrillo and in a co-production with Seattle Repertory Theatre, Two Trains Running now plays through May 6, 2018 on the Fichandler Stage.
BWW Interview: 29 and Counting at Arena for TWO TRAINS RUNNING's David Emerson Toney
It is not uncommon for actors to have multiple credits at the same theatre. However, to say that David Emerson Toney has appeared at Arena Stage several times would be a bit of an understatement.
It is not uncommon for actors to have multiple credits at the same theatre. However, to say that David Emerson Toney has appeared at Arena Stage several times would be a bit of an understatement.
Arena Stage Announces Full Cast for TWO TRAINS RUNNING
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces the full company for August Wilson's quintessential epic drama Two Trains Running. Confronted with a rapidly changing world in the wake of the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the looming demolition of Memphis Lee's diner, Memphis and his regular customers struggle to maintain their solidarity and sense of pride.
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces the full company for August Wilson's quintessential epic drama Two Trains Running. Confronted with a rapidly changing world in the wake of the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the looming demolition of Memphis Lee's diner, Memphis and his regular customers struggle to maintain their solidarity and sense of pride.
BWW Review: Seattle Rep's TWO TRAINS RUNNING Undercut with Quiet Strength
The Seattle Rep, fortunately for all of us, has long held a special relationship with the works of August Wilson. They're one of the few theaters in the country to have done his entire Century Cycle sometimes premiering those plays as was the case with 'Two Trains Running' which they produced back in 1991 and have brought back to us this season. And as always, Wilson's plays still resonate and the Rep, this time in conjunction with Arena Stage, continues to present them with tons of honesty and heart.
The Seattle Rep, fortunately for all of us, has long held a special relationship with the works of August Wilson. They're one of the few theaters in the country to have done his entire Century Cycle sometimes premiering those plays as was the case with 'Two Trains Running' which they produced back in 1991 and have brought back to us this season. And as always, Wilson's plays still resonate and the Rep, this time in conjunction with Arena Stage, continues to present them with tons of honesty and heart.
Photo Flash: Seattle Rep Stages TWO TRAINS RUNNING
With great excitement, Seattle Repertory Theatre kicks off 2018 with its production of August Wilson's poetic masterpiece, Two Trains Running. A cast of seven-Eugene Lee (Memphis Lee), Nicole Lewis (Risa), William Hall Jr. (West), Carlton Byrd (Sterling), Reginald Andre Jackson (Wolf), David Emerson Toney (Holloway), and Frank Riley III (Hambone)-portray the denizens of a Pittsburgh diner who are all reckoning with a revolutionary time in history - the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s.
With great excitement, Seattle Repertory Theatre kicks off 2018 with its production of August Wilson's poetic masterpiece, Two Trains Running. A cast of seven-Eugene Lee (Memphis Lee), Nicole Lewis (Risa), William Hall Jr. (West), Carlton Byrd (Sterling), Reginald Andre Jackson (Wolf), David Emerson Toney (Holloway), and Frank Riley III (Hambone)-portray the denizens of a Pittsburgh diner who are all reckoning with a revolutionary time in history - the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s.
August Wilson's TWO TRAINS RUNNING Takes the Stage at Seattle Rep
With great excitement, Seattle Repertory Theatre kicks off 2018 with its production of August Wilson's poetic masterpiece, Two Trains Running. A cast of seven-Eugene Lee (Memphis Lee), Nicole Lewis (Risa), William Hall Jr. (West), Carlton Byrd (Sterling),Reginald Andre Jackson (Wolf), David Emerson Toney (Holloway), and Frank Riley III(Hambone)-portray the denizens of a Pittsburgh diner who are all reckoning with a revolutionary time in history - the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s
With great excitement, Seattle Repertory Theatre kicks off 2018 with its production of August Wilson's poetic masterpiece, Two Trains Running. A cast of seven-Eugene Lee (Memphis Lee), Nicole Lewis (Risa), William Hall Jr. (West), Carlton Byrd (Sterling),Reginald Andre Jackson (Wolf), David Emerson Toney (Holloway), and Frank Riley III(Hambone)-portray the denizens of a Pittsburgh diner who are all reckoning with a revolutionary time in history - the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s
Cast Complete for August Wilson's TWO TRAINS RUNNING at Seattle Rep
Seattle Repertory Theatre today announced the full ensemble cast of Two Trains Running, August Wilson's slice-of-life portrait of a defining moment in American history.
Seattle Repertory Theatre today announced the full ensemble cast of Two Trains Running, August Wilson's slice-of-life portrait of a defining moment in American history.
BWW Review: THE LITTLE FOXES at Arena Stage
Lillian Hellman's THE LITTLE FOXES comes to Arena Stage at an uncannily resonant time. Amidst the opulent Victorian decor and genteel Southern manners there is, at its dark heart, a family that will do anything to maintain its status and a small town that will suffer for it. Now, more than ever, this show with its immensely talented cast needs to be seen.
Lillian Hellman's THE LITTLE FOXES comes to Arena Stage at an uncannily resonant time. Amidst the opulent Victorian decor and genteel Southern manners there is, at its dark heart, a family that will do anything to maintain its status and a small town that will suffer for it. Now, more than ever, this show with its immensely talented cast needs to be seen.
David Emerson Toney Steps Down from NECESSARY SACRIFICES; Ford's Theatre Cancels Preview Performances
Due to a private health matter, David Emerson Toney has withdrawn from the cast of the Ford's Theatre Society production of Necessary Sacrifices. Ford's Theatre is currently searching for a replacement actor to play the role of Frederick Douglass. In order to allow sufficient rehearsal time for the new cast member, Ford's Theatre has canceled four preview performances between January 20 and January 24. A revised performance schedule will be announced soon.
Due to a private health matter, David Emerson Toney has withdrawn from the cast of the Ford's Theatre Society production of Necessary Sacrifices. Ford's Theatre is currently searching for a replacement actor to play the role of Frederick Douglass. In order to allow sufficient rehearsal time for the new cast member, Ford's Theatre has canceled four preview performances between January 20 and January 24. A revised performance schedule will be announced soon.
Kansas City Rep Presents BROKE-OLOGY
Nathan Louis Jackson's Broke-ology opens tomorrow night at Kansas City Repertory Theatre's Copaken Stage. Kyle Hatley, assistant artistic director for the Rep, directs.
Nathan Louis Jackson's Broke-ology opens tomorrow night at Kansas City Repertory Theatre's Copaken Stage. Kyle Hatley, assistant artistic director for the Rep, directs.
KC Rep Presents Midwest Premiere of BROKE-OLOGY
Continuing its commitment to new work and diverse voices, Kansas City Repertory Theatre will stage the Midwest premiere of Broke-ology, by Kansas City, Kansas native Nathan Louis Jackson, February 19-March 21 at Copaken Stage, located at 13th and Walnut streets in the H&R Block World Headquarters.
Continuing its commitment to new work and diverse voices, Kansas City Repertory Theatre will stage the Midwest premiere of Broke-ology, by Kansas City, Kansas native Nathan Louis Jackson, February 19-March 21 at Copaken Stage, located at 13th and Walnut streets in the H&R Block World Headquarters.
Arena Stage Presents BLACK VOICES, Readings of Works in Progress by Leading Black American Playwrights
The Arena Stage American Voices New Play Institute (AVNPI) in partnership with Georgetown University's Theater and Performance Studies Program presents Black Voices: Stories We're Planning to Tell a public presentation followinga private, two-day convening of 30 of the nation's leading black playwrights and artisticleaders.
The Arena Stage American Voices New Play Institute (AVNPI) in partnership with Georgetown University's Theater and Performance Studies Program presents Black Voices: Stories We're Planning to Tell a public presentation followinga private, two-day convening of 30 of the nation's leading black playwrights and artisticleaders.
Arena Stage Presents BLACK VOICES, Readings of Works in Progress by Leading Black American Playwrights
The Arena Stage American Voices New Play Institute (AVNPI) in partnership with Georgetown University's Theater and Performance Studies Program presents Black Voices: Stories We're Planning to Tell a public presentation followinga private, two-day convening of 30 of the nation's leading black playwrights and artisticleaders.
The Arena Stage American Voices New Play Institute (AVNPI) in partnership with Georgetown University's Theater and Performance Studies Program presents Black Voices: Stories We're Planning to Tell a public presentation followinga private, two-day convening of 30 of the nation's leading black playwrights and artisticleaders.
Dream Catcher: Everyman Theater's THE SOUL COLLECTOR
In 'The Soul Collector,' family is most definitely at the core of this play, about an African-American uncle and nephew who have a tendency to bring their work home with them...not unusual, except for the fact that the two are garbagemen.
In 'The Soul Collector,' family is most definitely at the core of this play, about an African-American uncle and nephew who have a tendency to bring their work home with them...not unusual, except for the fact that the two are garbagemen.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has David Emerson Toney been in?
David Emerson Toney has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has David Emerson Toney been in?
David Emerson Toney has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has David Emerson Toney been nominated for?
and Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Two Trains Running.
What awards has David Emerson Toney won?
David Emerson Toney won the Outstanding Supporting Actor award in a Resident Play category at the Helen Hayes Awards for his performance in Two Trains Running.
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