Douglas Lyons
Latest News on Douglas Lyons:
Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Red Carpet Arrivals (Nov 12, 2024)
Photos: Michael Urie Unveils Sardi's Caricature (Oct 28, 2024)
Photos: Inside the 24th Annual THE 24 HOUR PLAYS On Broadway (Oct 23, 2024)
Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Red Carpet Arrivals (Nov 12, 2024)
Photos: Michael Urie Unveils Sardi's Caricature (Oct 28, 2024)
Photos: Inside the 24th Annual THE 24 HOUR PLAYS On Broadway (Oct 23, 2024)
BIO
Douglas Lyons is an actor, writer, director, composer, and playwright. Writing - TV: Fraggle Rock (Apple TV). Theater: Polkadots (Off Broadway Alliance Winner Best Family Show, Atlantic Theater Company), Sunshine (Long Wharf Theatre), Pete(Her)Pan (Pace New Musicals), Five Points (world premiere Theater Latte Da), Fatigue with Jodi Piccoult, We The People (TheatreworksUSA) and The Hamlet Remix. Acting - Broadway: Beautiful (Original Cast) and The Book of Mormon. Tours: Rent, Dreamgirls and The Book of Mormon 1st National. Douglas is the founder of The Next Wave Initiative, a scholarship program dedicated to supporting the future of Black Theater artists.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Ensemble
Ensemble [Replacement]
Productions
Writing
Playwright
Original Concept, Music & Lyrics
Playwright
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Video: Douglas Lyons & Biko Eisen-Martin Take a Bite Out of TABLE 17
by Robert Bannon - Aug 23, 2024
Video: Courtnee Carter and Douglas Lyons From PARADE Perform at the Future of Everything Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2023
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- That's the That on That with Douglas Lyons
by Jayke Workman - Mar 19, 2023
Photos & Video: First Look at Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond & More in PARADE
by Show Highlights - Nov 2, 2022
Video: Richard Ridge Chats With PARADE Stars Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond, and More
by Sneak Peek - Oct 26, 2022
VIDEO: Norm Lewis Shouts Out Broadway Debuts at CHICKEN & BISCUITS First Preview
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2021
VIDEO: Jeb Brown Sings 'By Your Side' for BEAU QUARANTINED CONCERTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2020
BWW Flashback: Celebrate BEAUTIFUL's Anniversary By Looking Back At Opening Night!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jan 12, 2020
VIDEO: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Honors Mothers With Tribute Video
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2018
VIDEO: Watch Joshua Carter Perform Emotional 'Gliding' from RAGTIME at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2017
VIDEO: Douglas Lyons and Danyel Fulton Perform 'Wheels of a Dream' from RAGTIME at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2017
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsal for New Staging of RAGTIME at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017
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Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Red Carpet Arrivals
The best of Broadway came out to celebrate at the Belasco Theatre yesterday, where Maybe Happy Ending held its special gala performance. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the starry guest arrivals below.
The best of Broadway came out to celebrate at the Belasco Theatre yesterday, where Maybe Happy Ending held its special gala performance. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the starry guest arrivals below.
Photos: Michael Urie Unveils Sardi's Caricature
Michael Urie, the star of Once Upon a Mattress, received his very own caricature at the legendary Sardi's! Check out photos here.
Michael Urie, the star of Once Upon a Mattress, received his very own caricature at the legendary Sardi's! Check out photos here.
Photos: Inside the 24th Annual THE 24 HOUR PLAYS On Broadway
The 24th Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway, a one-night-only event featuring distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community took place this week at The Town Hall. Check out photos from the one-night-only production.
The 24th Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway, a one-night-only event featuring distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community took place this week at The Town Hall. Check out photos from the one-night-only production.
David Iacono, Lois Smith, Avantika And More Join THE 24 HOUR PLAYS On Broadway
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has announced additional artists for The 24 Hour Plays on Broadway on Monday October 21, 2024 at 7pm at The Town Hall (123 W 43rd St, New York NY, 10036). The annual event features distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community coming together for one night only to create, rehearse, and perform six new plays.
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has announced additional artists for The 24 Hour Plays on Broadway on Monday October 21, 2024 at 7pm at The Town Hall (123 W 43rd St, New York NY, 10036). The annual event features distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community coming together for one night only to create, rehearse, and perform six new plays.
SENIOR CLASS Replaces LITTLE MISS PERFECT in Olney Theatre 2024-2025 Season
Olney Theatre Center has revealed two changes to its 2024-2025 season lineup, adding the world premiere of the new musical Senior Class, and postponing Little Miss Perfect. Learn more about the upcoming seasons!
Olney Theatre Center has revealed two changes to its 2024-2025 season lineup, adding the world premiere of the new musical Senior Class, and postponing Little Miss Perfect. Learn more about the upcoming seasons!
Billy Porter Will Direct THIS BITTER EARTH in London
Grammy, Emmy and two-time Tony Award winner Billy Porter will direct a London stage production of This Bitter Earth by Harrison David Rivers. Emmanuel Imani and Alexander Lincoln will head an industry reading on November.
Grammy, Emmy and two-time Tony Award winner Billy Porter will direct a London stage production of This Bitter Earth by Harrison David Rivers. Emmanuel Imani and Alexander Lincoln will head an industry reading on November.
Broadway Buying Guide: September 16, 2024- HAMILTON, CHICAGO & WICKED Are on Top
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 16, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 16, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: September 9, 2024- See Alyssa Milano in CHICAGO Starting Next Week
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 9, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, September 9, 2024.
Review Roundup: TABLE 17 Opens at MCC Theater
The World Premiere of MCC Theater's Table 17 by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston opened at MCC Theater last night, Friday, September 6th. Previously extended through September 22, Table 17 will now play through Sunday September 29 at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater. See what the critics had to say!
The World Premiere of MCC Theater's Table 17 by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston opened at MCC Theater last night, Friday, September 6th. Previously extended through September 22, Table 17 will now play through Sunday September 29 at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater. See what the critics had to say!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of TABLE 17 at MCC
The World Premiere of MCC Theater's Table 17 by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston just celebrated its opening night at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos here
The World Premiere of MCC Theater's Table 17 by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston just celebrated its opening night at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos here
Photos: CHICKEN & BISCUITS At The Ephrata Performing Arts Center
The Ephrata Performing Arts Center (EPAC) is presenting Douglas Lyons’ acclaimed comedy, Chicken & Biscuits, from September 5th-14th. See photos from the production. See photos from the production.
The Ephrata Performing Arts Center (EPAC) is presenting Douglas Lyons’ acclaimed comedy, Chicken & Biscuits, from September 5th-14th. See photos from the production. See photos from the production.
Video: Building the Set For TABLE 17 at MCC Theater
An all new video has been released showing behind the scenes of building the immersive set of TABLE 17. Check out the video here!
An all new video has been released showing behind the scenes of building the immersive set of TABLE 17. Check out the video here!
TABLE 17 Extends at MCC Theater Through Late September
The World Premiere of MCC Theater's Table 17 by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston has been extended for an additional week. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The World Premiere of MCC Theater's Table 17 by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston has been extended for an additional week. Learn how to purchase tickets.
CHICKEN & BISCUITS to be Presented at The Ephrata Performing Arts Center This September
The Ephrata Performing Arts Center will present Douglas Lyons' comedy CHICKEN & BISCUITS in September. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Ephrata Performing Arts Center will present Douglas Lyons' comedy CHICKEN & BISCUITS in September. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Douglas Lyons & Biko Eisen-Martin Take a Bite Out of TABLE 17
If your ex called and wanted to meet up, would you say yes? This is the questions and saga that is Table 17 now playing at the MCC Theater. We have the writer Douglas Lyons & one of the stars Biko Eisen-Martin here on The Roundtable. Watch in this video!
If your ex called and wanted to meet up, would you say yes? This is the questions and saga that is Table 17 now playing at the MCC Theater. We have the writer Douglas Lyons & one of the stars Biko Eisen-Martin here on The Roundtable. Watch in this video!
Broadway Buying Guide: August 19, 2024- Final Weeks to See CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 19, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 19, 2024.
TABLE 17 Extended Through Late September at MCC Theater
MCC Theater will present a one-week extension for the World Premiere of Table 17 by Douglas Lyons. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MCC Theater will present a one-week extension for the World Premiere of Table 17 by Douglas Lyons. Learn how to purchase tickets.
IAMA Theatre Company Unveils 24-25 'In Process' Season of New Work
IAMA Theatre Company has revvealed its 17th anniversary “In Process” season in 2024-25. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
IAMA Theatre Company has revvealed its 17th anniversary “In Process” season in 2024-25. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
MCC Theater Unveils Public Engagement Programming for Fall 2024
MCC Theater revealed programming for their Fall 2024 public engagement season. Learn more and see how to attend!
MCC Theater revealed programming for their Fall 2024 public engagement season. Learn more and see how to attend!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Douglas Lyons been in?
Douglas Lyons has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Douglas Lyons been in?
Douglas Lyons has not appeared in the West End.
How many shows has Douglas Lyons written?
Douglas Lyons has written 3 shows including Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical (Original Concept, Music & Lyrics), Chicken and Biscuits (Playwright), Table 17 (Playwright).
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