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STAGE CREDITS

All the President's Men? All the President's Men?
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater and National Theatre One-Night Reading, 2017
Senator Benjamin L. Cardin
Senator James M. Inhofe
Senator Patrick J. Leahy
Turn Me Loose Turn Me Loose
[Off-Broadway]
John Legend Production, 2016
Dick Gregory
The Exonerated
[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer [Replacement]
Brutal Imagination
[Off-Broadway]
2002
Mr. Zero
Measure for Measure
[Off-Broadway]
2001
Vincentio
Art
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Serge [Replacement]
Lady in the Dark
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1994
Dr. Brooks
King John
[Off-Broadway]
1988
Hubert
Elektra
[Off-Broadway]
1987
Orestes
Honky Tonk Nights
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1986
Barney Walker
Cheapside
[Off-Broadway]
1986
Cutting Bull
Oh, Brother!
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1981
Eastern Habim
G.R. Point
[Off-Broadway]
1977
Shoulders
Raisin
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
Walter Lee Younger
Tricks
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
Arlecchino; Lead Singer
Two If By Sea
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1972
Performer
Two Gentlemen of Verona
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1971
Valentine [Replacement]
Prettybelle
[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1971
Willy Thomas
Salvation
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1969
Performer
Mark
Month of Sundays
[Off-Broadway]
1968
Performer

Productions

Crumbs from the Table of Joy
 
[Off-Broadway, 1995]
Director

Movies

Between the Lines
[ 1977 ] Ahmed
And Justice for All
[ 1979 ] Prison Doctor
The Clairvoyant
[ 1982 ] Detective Rich
Curse of the Pink Panther
[ 1983 ] Charlie Joseph Morton
The Brother from Another Planet
[ 1984 ] The Brother
Trouble in Mind
[ 1985 ] Solo
Crossroads
[ 1986 ] Scratch's Assistant
Stranded
[ 1987 ] Sheriff McMahon
Zelly and Me
[ 1988 ] Earl
The Good Mother
[ 1988 ] Frank Williams
Tap
[ 1989 ] Nicky
The Lost Platoon
[ 1990 ] World War II Soldier
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
[ 1991 ] Miles Dyson
City of Hope
[ 1991 ] Wynn
Forever Young
[ 1992 ] Cameron
Of Mice and Men
[ 1992 ] Crooks
Speed
[ 1994 ] Captain McMahon
The Inkwell
[ 1994 ] Kenny Tate
The Walking Dead
[ 1995 ] Sgt. Barkley
Lone Star
[ 1996 ] Del
Executive Decision
[ 1996 ] Sgt. CampbellCappyMatheny
Trouble on the Corner
[ 1997 ] Detective Bill
The Pest
[ 1997 ] Mr. Kent
Blues Brothers 2000
[ 1998 ] Cabel Chamberlain
Apt Pupil
[ 1998 ] Dan Richler
The Astronaut's Wife
[ 1999 ] Sherman Reese, NASA Representative
What Lies Beneath
[ 2000 ] Dr. Drayton
Bounce
[ 2000 ] Jim Willer
Ali
[ 2001 ] Chauncey Eskridge
Dragonfly
[ 2002 ] Hugh Campbell
Paycheck
[ 2003 ] Agent Dodge
Breaking Dawn
[ 2004 ] Prof. Simon
Stealth
[ 2005 ] Captain Dick Marshfield
Lenny the Wonder Dog
[ 2005 ] Dr. Island
Back to You in the Days
[ 2005 ] Reverend Packer
The Night Listener
[ 2006 ] Ashe
American Gangster
[ 2007 ] Charlie Williams
Badland
[ 2007 ] Max Astin
Lifelines
[ 2008 ] Dr. Livingston
The Line
[ 2009 ] Hodges
The Mulberry Tree
[ 2010 ] Samuel R. Freeman
Home
[ 2013 ] Donald Hall
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
[ 2016 ] Sil
Justice League
[ 2017 ] Sil Stone
Godzilla: King of the Monsters
[ 2019 ] Dr. Houston Brooks
Vita
[ 2020 ] Monsignor Heck
Zack Snyder's Justice League
[ 2021 ] Sil Stone

TV Shows

E-Ring
Steven Algazi
Equal Justice
Mike James
Eureka
Henry Deacon
God Friended Me
Arthur Finer
Grace and Frankie
Jason
Law & Order
Leon Chiles, Roland Books
Mercy Point
Dr. Grote Maxwell
Our Kind of People
Teddy Franklin
Prince Street
Lt. Tom Warner
Scandal
Rowan Pope
Search for Tomorrow
Dr. James Foster
Smallville
Dr. Hamilton, Dr. Steven Hamilton
The Equalizer
Carter Brock, Slate
The Good Wife
Daniel Golden
The Politician
Marcus
Touched by an Angel
Martin Hunter, Jake Stone
Going Dutch
General Davidson

Awards and Nominations


winner
- 2017 - Best Solo Performance

Joe Morton, Turn Me Loose

Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award

Joe Morton, Turn Me Loose


winner
The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play

Joe Morton, Turn Me Loose


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1974 - Performance

Joe Morton, Raisin

Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Joe Morton , Raisin

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Brandon Victor Dixon, Tony Goldwyn & More to Join Vineyard Theatre 2025 Gala Photo
Brandon Victor Dixon, Tony Goldwyn & More to Join Vineyard Theatre 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025

The initial line-up of stars has been set for Vineyard Theatre's Annual Gala. The Gala will honor Emmy Award-winning actor and longtime Vineyard artist Joe Morton. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ken Burns’s THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Sets PBS Premiere Photo
Ken Burns’s THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Sets PBS Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2025

THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new six-part, 12-hour documentary series that explores the country’s founding and its eight-year War for Independence, will premiere on Sunday, November 16.
Vineyard Theatre Will Honor Joe Morton at 2025 Annual Gala Photo
Vineyard Theatre Will Honor Joe Morton at 2025 Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

Vineyard Theatre's Annual Gala will honor Emmy Award-winning actor and longtime Vineyard artist Joe Morton. The Gala will be held in February. Learn more here!
A.R.T. Unveils Associated Programming For DIARY OF A TAP DANCER Photo
A.R.T. Unveils Associated Programming For DIARY OF A TAP DANCER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2024

American Repertory Theater has revealed programming associated with its upcoming production of Diary of a Tap Dancer including film screenings, on-site engagement, and a post-show conversation with acclaimed dancer Dianne Walker. Learn more!
John Gould Rubin to Direct Reimagined A DOLL HOUSE at Brooklyn Center for Theater Res Photo
John Gould Rubin to Direct Reimagined A DOLL HOUSE at Brooklyn Center for Theater Research
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024

Director John Gould Rubin will bring a wildly reimagined new translation of Ibsen's A DOLL HOUSE to the Brooklyn Center for Theater Research in collaboration with The Private Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Theater Resources Unlimited To 2024 TRU Love Benefit Auction Open Through November 24 Photo
Theater Resources Unlimited To 2024 TRU Love Benefit Auction Open Through November 24
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024

Theater Resources Unlimited held their first live gala since 2019, honoring Irene Grandy and Susan E. Lee for their contributions to theater, and remembering producer Ron Simons.
Theater Resources Unlimited 2024 TRU Love Benefit Online Auction Is Now Live Photo
Theater Resources Unlimited 2024 TRU Love Benefit Online Auction Is Now Live
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2024

Theater Resources Unlimited announced their 2024 TRU Love Benefit Online Auction, open until November 24, 2024, featuring 37 prizes including Broadway tickets and exclusive experiences.
Interview: Theatre Life with Joanna Glushak Photo
Interview: Theatre Life with Joanna Glushak
by Elliot Lanes - Sep 26, 2024

Today’s subject actress Joanna Glushak is currently living her theatre life on tour in the rip-roaring good time board game gone theatrical version of Clue. She plays the wealthy socialite Mrs. Peacock. The show plays through October 6th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.
Del Hughes Awards Honorees for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management, T Photo
Del Hughes Awards Honorees for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management, The Founders Award & Special Recognition Award Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management.
Vineyard Theatre to Present FEARLESS COLLABORATIONS: Developing Theatrical Innovation Photo
Vineyard Theatre to Present FEARLESS COLLABORATIONS: Developing Theatrical Innovation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024

Vineyard Theatre will showcase groundbreaking theatrical works through fearless collaborations, fostering innovation and creativity in the performing arts. Learn more about how to attend!
World Premieres of THE ANTIQUITIES and BOWL EP Set For Vineyard Theatre's Upcoming Se Photo
World Premieres of THE ANTIQUITIES and BOWL EP Set For Vineyard Theatre's Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024

Vineyard Theatre has announced its upcoming 42nd Season which will include two world premiere productions with a third to be announced in coming weeks. Learn more about the shows here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards Photo
Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 21, 2024

The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants and more were winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. Check out photos from the red carpet!
HELL'S KITCHEN, ILLINOISE, And More Win 2024 Chita Rivera Awards Photo
HELL'S KITCHEN, ILLINOISE, And More Win 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024

The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants are winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards.
Jared Grimes To Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards Photo
Jared Grimes To Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2024

Jared Grimes will host the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards on May 20 at NYU Skirball Center, celebrating excellence in dance and choreography on Broadway and beyond.
Jared Grimes to Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards Photo
Jared Grimes to Host The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024

Jared Grimes will host the Chita Rivera Awards. See who is nominated and learn more about the awards!
Wayne Brady, Huey Lewis, Norm Lewis, and Joe Morton Join Chita Rivera Awards Lineup Photo
Wayne Brady, Huey Lewis, Norm Lewis, and Joe Morton Join Chita Rivera Awards Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2024

More stars have been announced for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards, being presented on May 20 at 7:30PM at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the lineup here!
Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards Photo
Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - May 11, 2024

The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.
Virginia Theatre Festival To Host UVA Alums As Artists In Residence On April 22-23 Photo
Virginia Theatre Festival To Host UVA Alums As Artists In Residence On April 22-23
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2024

Explore the Virginia Theatre Festival's new initiative, hosting alumni as Artists in Residence. Discover how this exciting program fosters creativity and supports the theatre community.
J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton Join MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH At Carnegie Hall Photo
J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton Join MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2024

Join actors J. Smith-Cameron and Joe Morton as they narrate MasterVoices' performance of THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall on April 17. Don't miss this unique theatrical experience.
J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton to Narrate MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH Photo
J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton to Narrate MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2024

Emmy-nominee (Succession) J. Smith-Cameron and Emmy Award-winner (Scandal) Joe Morton will co-narrateMasterVoices’ revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joe Morton been in?

Joe Morton has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Joe Morton been in?

Joe Morton has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Joe Morton been nominated for?

Best Solo Performance () for Turn Me Loose, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Turn Me Loose, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play (The Lortels) for Turn Me Loose, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Raisin and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Raisin.

What awards has Joe Morton won?

Joe Morton has won several awards, including Best Solo Performance for Turn Me Loose, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play at The Lortels for Turn Me Loose, and a Performance award at The Theatre World Awards for Raisin.

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