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BIO

Quinton was the founder and artistic director of the Ridiculous Theatrical Company, and appeared in several productions there.



Some of his more recent acting appearances included The Witch of Edmonton at Red Bull Theater, Devil Boys from Beyond at New World Stages, The Merry Wives of Windsor at the Shakespeare Theatre in Washington, D.C., and The McCarter Theatre's A Christmas Carol.

Everett was also a member of Cleveland State University's Summer Stages where he appeared as Madam Rosepettle in O Dad, Poor Dad, Mama's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feeling So Sad. Everett previously appeared at Red Bul Theater in Women Beward Women (2008 Callaway Award, Best Actor).

Everett was a member of The Ridiculous Theatrical Company and served as its Artistic Director from 1987-1997. He has appeared in Charles Ludlam's Medea, The Secret Lives of the Sexists, Salammbo, Galas, The Artificial Jungle and the original production of The Mystery of Irma Vep (Obie and Drama Desk Award). He was also seen in Georg Osterman's Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and Brother Truckers (Bessie Award); Richard and Michael Simon's Murder at Minsing Manor (Drama League Award); as well as in his own plays: Carmen, Linda, Movieland, A Tale of Two Cities (Obie Award), and Call Me Sarah Bernhardt.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Red Bull Theater Production, 2011
Old Ratcliffe/Ann Ratcliffe

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Voice Over

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Nicdemus Underwood/Lady Enid Hillcrest/Alcazar/Pev Armi

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Carmen

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Nick Bottom/Egeus/Pyramis

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Everett

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Rev. Mrs. Charlotte Drum/Devilette

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Khanazar von Bluebeard

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Archdeacon Frollo

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Clickety Clack

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Marguerite Gautier

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Alverruck and Valtruata

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Henry Jekyll

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Norma Desmond/Mafonga/Director

[Off-Broadway]
1988
All Roles

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Pig From the North

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Artistic Director
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Director
Artistic Director
Costume Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Director
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1993]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Artistic Director
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Costume Designer
Artistic Director
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Director
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1988]
Artistic Director

Writing

Adaptation
Adaptation
Playwright
Playwright
Bookwriter
Lyricist

Awards and Nominations


winner
- 2011 - Legend of Off Broadway Award

Everett Quinton


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play

Everett QuintonShakespeare in Hollywood

Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play

Everett QuintonThe Merry Wives of Windsor

Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Everett QuintonBrother Truckers

Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Everett QuintonBrother Truckers


winner
Obie Awards - 1989 - Performance

Everett Quinton, A Tale of Two Cities


winner
The Hewes Awards - 1986 - Costume Design

Everett QuintonSalambo


winner
Obie Awards - 1985 - Ensemble Performance

Everett QuintonThe Mystery of Irma Vep


winner
The Hewes Awards - 1985 - Costume Design

Everett QuintonThe Mystery of Irma Vep

News


2024 New York Independent Theater Honorary Award Recipients Announced!

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Classic American Tales to Present POE BY CANDLELIGHT for Halloween

Get in the Halloween spirit with Classic American Tales' production of 'Poe by Candlelight.' Experience the spooky stories of Edgar Allan Poe, read by professional actors, at locations in North Cape May and Lewes. Don't miss out on this popular Halloween event - reserve your spot today!
Classic American Tales Return in Two Locations This Month

In October, the nonprofit Classic American Tales will be at The Dormer House in Cape May and End of the Road Theater in North Cape May, before taking shows on the road. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
TWISTED World Premiere Begins Tonight at Theater for the New City

Theater for the New City's world premiere of Joel Greenhouse's TWISTED, a campy comedy with songs, directed by Joe John Battista, with original music by Peter W. Dizozza, begins performances tonight and runs through October 15, 2023. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Bristol Riverside Theatre Presents THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP 

The mainstage season at Bristol Riverside Theatre (BRT) (120 Radcliffe  Street, Bristol, PA 19007) kicks off with the iconic Charles Ludlam comedy-camp-suspense-satire play The  Mystery of Irma Vep. The title is a nod to the 1915 French movie serial Les Vampires. Ludlam's cult  classic premieres on the BRT mainstage October 3 to 22.
TWISTED World Premiere Comes to Theater For The New City

Theater for the New City presents the world premiere of Joel Greenhouse's TWISTED, a dark comedy with songs, directed by Joe John Battista, with original music by Peter W. Dizozza, running September 28 - October 15, 2023. Previews begin on September 28 for a September 30 opening.
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IndieSpace, the League of Independent Theater, and the 14Y Theater will present Indie Theater Week, a week dedicated to supporting and uplifting the independent theater community in New York City.
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Actor and Director Everett Quinton Dies at 71

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and director Everett Quinton has died at age 71. Quinton was the founder and artistic director of the Ridiculous Theatrical Company, and appeared in several productions there.
Diversionary Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Team For THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP

Diversionary Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its production of The Mystery of Irma Vep by Charles Ludlam, co-directed by Diversionary Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow and Allison Spratt Pearce. The Mystery of Irma Vep will run December 1 - December 24 at Diversionary Theatre in University Heights. 
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Theater for the New City Presents the World Premiere of COLD BLOODED

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World Premiere of Joel Greenhouse's COLD BLOODED to be Presented at Theater For The New City in November

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Diversionary Theatre Announces 2022/2023 Season Featuring the American Premiere of THE HIGH TABLE and More

Diversionary Theatre has announced its 2022/2023 season: the legacy revival The Mystery of Irma Vep (December 2022), by Charles Ludlam and directed by Matt M. Morrow; the American Premiere of The High Table (February/March 2023), by Temi Wilkey, directed by Bibi Mama; and more.
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André De Shields to Receive Matador Award for Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY Benefit Gala

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Everett Quinton written?

Everett Quinton has written 7 shows including A Tale of Two Cities (Adaptation), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Lyricist), The Bells (Adaptation), Linda (Bookwriter), Movieland (Playwright), Carmen (Playwright), Phaedra (Adaptation).

What awards has Everett Quinton been nominated for?

Legend of Off Broadway Award (), Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Shakespeare in Hollywood, Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Merry Wives of Windsor, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Brother Truckers, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Brother Truckers, Performance (Obie Awards) for A Tale of Two Cities, Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for Salambo, Ensemble Performance (Obie Awards) for The Mystery of Irma Vep and Costume Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Mystery of Irma Vep.

What awards has Everett Quinton won?

Everett Quinton has received several notable awards throughout his career. He won the Legend of Off Broadway Award. He received the Outstanding Supporting Actor award from the Helen Hayes Awards for his performance in Shakespeare in Hollywood. Additionally, he earned an Obie Award for Performance for A Tale of Two Cities. Quinton also won the Costume Design award from The Hewes Awards for Salambo. Furthermore, he achieved an Obie Award for Ensemble Performance for The Mystery of Irma Vep, and he was recognized again with a Costume Design award from The Hewes Awards for The Mystery of Irma Vep.

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