Michael Potts
Latest News on Michael Potts:
Backstage Babble: Beyond the Walls of Joe Allen Restaurant Comes to 54 Below (Jan 14, 2025)
Colman Domingo, Angelina Jolie, & More Win Awards at The Gothams (Dec 3, 2024)
Video: Why Malcolm Washington Made THE PIANO LESSON As His Directorial Debut (Nov 21, 2024)
Backstage Babble: Beyond the Walls of Joe Allen Restaurant Comes to 54 Below (Jan 14, 2025)
Colman Domingo, Angelina Jolie, & More Win Awards at The Gothams (Dec 3, 2024)
Video: Why Malcolm Washington Made THE PIANO LESSON As His Directorial Debut (Nov 21, 2024)
BIO
Potts is best known for playing the roles of Brother Mouzone in The Wire, Mafala Hatimbi in the musical The Book of Mormon, and Slow Drag in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. He also played Detective Gilbough in the first season of True Detective.
Potts appeared in the 2022 Broadway revival of The Piano Lesson, in a performance which The Hollywood Reporter called one of the highlights of the production.
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Pauletta Washington, Katia Washington, Erykah Badu, Todd Black, Jennifer Roth, Constanza Romero, Ray Fisher, Skylar Aleece Smith, Malcolm Washington, Danielle Deadwyler, Corey Hawkins, Michael Potts, Denzel Washington, Alexandre Desplat, John David Washington, Dan Lin and Virgil Williams
Date:
11/20/2024
From: Photos: John David Washington, Denzel Washington, & More Attend THE PIANO LESSON Premiere
Constanza Romero, Ray Fisher, Malcolm Washington, Katia Washington, Pauletta Washington, Skylar Aleece Smith, Michael Potts, Corey Hawkins, Todd Black, Denzel Washington, John David Washington, Alexandre Desplat, Niija Kuykendall, Virgil Williams and Angie Haney
Date:
11/20/2024
From: Photos: John David Washington, Denzel Washington, & More Attend THE PIANO LESSON Premiere
Constanza Romero, Ray Fisher, Malcolm Washington, Katia Washington, Pauletta Washington, Skylar Aleece Smith, Michael Potts, Corey Hawkins, Todd Black, Denzel Washington, John David Washington, Alexandre Desplat and Virgil Williams
Date:
11/20/2024
From: Photos: John David Washington, Denzel Washington, & More Attend THE PIANO LESSON Premiere
Denzel Washington, Katia Washington, Todd Black, Corey Hawkins, Michael Potts, John David Washington, Malcolm Washington, Danielle Deadwyler, Ray Fisher, Skylar Aleece Smith, Stephanie Williams, Virgil Williams and Gail Bean
Date:
09/11/2024
From: Photos: Inside the International Premiere of THE PIANO LESSON Film
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 06: Sean Meehan and Michael Potts attend the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center Hosts The 22nd Monte Cristo Award Honoring Lynn Nottage at Capitale on November 06, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for Eugene O'Neill Theater)
Date:
11/07/2023
From: Photos: Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center Honors Lynn Nottage at the 22nd Monte Cristo Awards
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 06: Michael Potts attends the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center Hosts The 22nd Monte Cristo Award Honoring Lynn Nottage at Capitale on November 06, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for Eugene O'Neill Theater )
Date:
11/07/2023
From: Photos: Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center Honors Lynn Nottage at the 22nd Monte Cristo Awards
Sharina Martin, Rosalyn Coleman, Doron JePaul Mitchell, Jurnee Swan, Nadia Daniel, Michael Potts, April Matthis, John David Washington, Danielle Brooks, Samuel L. Jackson, Ray Fisher, Trai Byers, Peter Jay Fernandez, Warner J. Miller, LaTanya Richardson Jackson
Date:
01/29/2023
From: Photos: THE PIANO LESSON Cast Takes Final Bows On Broadway
Sharina Martin, Rosalyn Coleman, Doron JePaul Mitchell, Jurnee Swan, Nadia Daniel, Michael Potts, April Matthis, John David Washington, Danielle Brooks, Samuel L. Jackson, Ray Fisher, Trai Byers, Peter Jay Fernandez, Warner J. Miller, LaTanya Richardson Jackson
Date:
01/29/2023
From: Photos: THE PIANO LESSON Cast Takes Final Bows On Broadway
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Hackers
[ 1995 ] Tow Truck Driver
[ 1995 ] Tow Truck Driver
The Peacemaker
[ 1997 ] DOE Haz-mat Tech
[ 1997 ] DOE Haz-mat Tech
Conspiracy Theory
[ 1997 ] Justice Guard
[ 1997 ] Justice Guard
Diggers
[ 2006 ] South Shell Pot Buyer
[ 2006 ] South Shell Pot Buyer
Jocasta
[ 2008 ] Oedipus
[ 2008 ] Oedipus
Mom
[ 2013 ] Andy
[ 2013 ] Andy
37
[ 2016 ] Archibald Smith
[ 2016 ] Archibald Smith
Let Me Make You a Martyr
[ 2016 ] Charon
[ 2016 ] Charon
Change in the Air
[ 2018 ] Professor Hoffman
[ 2018 ] Professor Hoffman
Here and Now
[ 2018 ] Ray
[ 2018 ] Ray
Cicada
[ 2020 ] Francis
[ 2020 ] Francis
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
[ 2020 ] Slow Drag
[ 2020 ] Slow Drag
Measure of Revenge
[ 2022 ] Detective Eaton
[ 2022 ] Detective Eaton
Rounding
[ 2022 ] Dr. Emil Harrison
[ 2022 ] Dr. Emil Harrison
Night Music
[ 2022 ] Father Dobie
[ 2022 ] Father Dobie
Rustin
[ 2023 ] Cleveland Robinson
[ 2023 ] Cleveland Robinson
TV Shows
Law & Order
Stokes's Attorney, Malcolm Young, Lester Wilkes
Stokes's Attorney, Malcolm Young, Lester Wilkes
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
IAB Sergeant Cole Draper, IAB Detective Cole Draper
IAB Sergeant Cole Draper, IAB Detective Cole Draper
Person of Interest
Travers
Travers
The Wire
Brother Mouzone
Brother Mouzone
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play
Michael Potts, The Piano Lesson
winner
Obie Awards - 1994 - Performance
Michael Potts, The America Play
Videos
Video: Watch the RUSTIN Trailer Starring Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald & More
by Michael Major - 2023-10-19 09:17:59
Video: Watch Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald & More in Netflix's RUSTIN Movie Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - 2023-08-28 09:13:27
VIDEO: Danielle Brooks Tried to Get Her Daughter In THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical
by Michael Major - 2023-01-04 10:21:15
VIDEO: Samuel L. Jackson Discusses the Original PIANO LESSON Production on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - 2022-11-21 09:39:56
VIDEO: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Reveals What She Wants PIANO LESSON Audiences to Take Away From the Play on FALLON
by Michael Major - 2022-11-03 13:40:18
VIDEO: John David Washington Reveals His PIANO LESSON Pre-Show Ritual on LIVE! WITH KELLY & RYAN
by Michael Major - 2022-10-24 12:29:16
VIDEO: Danielle Brooks Talks THE COLOR PURPLE & PIANO LESSON 'Full Circle' Moments on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - 2022-10-07 14:58:47
VIDEO: Samuel L. Jackson Discusses Working With His Wife, LaTanya Richardson Jackson, on THE PIANO LESSON on COLBERT
by Michael Major - 2022-09-28 10:16:03
Photos & Video: See Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Danielle Brooks & More at THE PIANO LESSON First Preview
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-09-20 14:30:22
VIDEO: Danielle Brooks Talks THE PIANO LESSON & Returning to THE COLOR PURPLE on TODAY
by Michael Major - 2022-09-02 10:53:25
VIDEO: THE PIANO LESSON Director LaTanya Richardson Jackson Stops By The Barrymore
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-08-29 23:56:37
VIDEO: Danielle Brooks Talks Returning to Broadway in THE PIANO LESSON on LIVE!
by Michael Major - 2022-08-09 12:14:44
VIDEO: Viola Davis Talks About Playing Ma Rainey on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-12-18 09:41:22
BWW Exclusive: Michael Potts, Coleman Domingo & Glynn Turman Open Up About the Genius of August Wilson and the Arrival of MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-12-17 10:24:19
VIDEO: Watch a First Look at Viola Davis in MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-12-02 11:24:39
VIDEO: See Chadwick Boseman & Viola Davis in the Trailer for MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-10-19 15:07:53
VIDEO: Casey Nicholaw and Caitlin Kinnunen Give Emotional Speeches at THE PROM's Final Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2019-08-11 18:21:26
VIDEO: Relive THE PROM's Journey on Broadway as the Show Wraps Up its Run
by Stephi Wild - 2019-08-11 17:21:04
VIDEO: THE PROM's Four Emmas Perform Acoustic Rendition of 'Unruly Heart'
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-07-08 15:38:15
VIDEO: The Cast Of THE PROM Performs 'Tonight Belongs to You/It's Time To Dance' on the 2019 TONYS
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-06-10 10:54:59
News
Backstage Babble: Beyond the Walls of Joe Allen Restaurant Comes to 54 Below
54 Below will present a special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating under-appreciated musicals, including those on the iconic “flop wall” at Joe Allen Restaurant.
54 Below will present a special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating under-appreciated musicals, including those on the iconic “flop wall” at Joe Allen Restaurant.
Colman Domingo, Angelina Jolie, & More Win Awards at The Gothams
The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced the winners of the 34th edition of The Gothams at a ceremony held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced the winners of the 34th edition of The Gothams at a ceremony held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
Video: Why Malcolm Washington Made THE PIANO LESSON As His Directorial Debut
Filmmaker Malcolm Washington recently visited CBS Mornings to discuss his new film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson and explained why he chose to make this project for his directorial debut.
Filmmaker Malcolm Washington recently visited CBS Mornings to discuss his new film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson and explained why he chose to make this project for his directorial debut.
Photos: John David Washington, Denzel Washington, & More Attend THE PIANO LESSON Premiere
Danielle Deadwyler, John David Washington, Denzel Washington, and more attended the Los Angeles premiere of The Piano Lesson. Take a look at photos from the LA premiere here.
Danielle Deadwyler, John David Washington, Denzel Washington, and more attended the Los Angeles premiere of The Piano Lesson. Take a look at photos from the LA premiere here.
Video: THE PIANO LESSON New Trailer Featuring John David Washington
Netflix has unveiled a new trailer for The Piano Lesson, the new film adaptation of the August Wilson play. The film will be available on Netflix starting November 22. Watch the new trailer here.
Netflix has unveiled a new trailer for The Piano Lesson, the new film adaptation of the August Wilson play. The film will be available on Netflix starting November 22. Watch the new trailer here.
Video: John David Washington Shares Challenges of Reprising THE PIANO LESSON Role in Film Adaptation
John David Washington, who appeared as Boy Willie in the 2023 Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, is reprising the role in the new film adaptation and recently shared some of the challenges of bringing the show to the screen. Watch the interview now!
John David Washington, who appeared as Boy Willie in the 2023 Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, is reprising the role in the new film adaptation and recently shared some of the challenges of bringing the show to the screen. Watch the interview now!
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2024- Where to Watch THE PIANO LESSON, SPELLBOUND & More
This November, Broadway fans have a slew of new content to enjoy including Alan Menken and Glenn Slater's animated musical Spellbound, Eddie Redmayne's new thriller series, and the screen adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. Check out the lineup here!
This November, Broadway fans have a slew of new content to enjoy including Alan Menken and Glenn Slater's animated musical Spellbound, Eddie Redmayne's new thriller series, and the screen adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. Check out the lineup here!
Video: THE PIANO LESSON Director and Cast Discuss New Film Adaptation
The Piano Lesson director Malcolm Washington and stars John David Washington and Danielle Deadwyler all visited Good Morning America to discuss and preview the highly anticipated film adaptation of the August Wilson play. Watch the interview now!
The Piano Lesson director Malcolm Washington and stars John David Washington and Danielle Deadwyler all visited Good Morning America to discuss and preview the highly anticipated film adaptation of the August Wilson play. Watch the interview now!
Video: Samuel L. Jackson Discusses New Scenes in THE PIANO LESSON Film
Samuel L. Jackson is shedding light on the upcoming film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson over the years. The actor visited Good Morning America this week and discussed the difference between Wilson's original material and what is on display in the film. Watch the interview now!
Samuel L. Jackson is shedding light on the upcoming film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson over the years. The actor visited Good Morning America this week and discussed the difference between Wilson's original material and what is on display in the film. Watch the interview now!
Video: Samuel L. Jackson Previews THE PIANO LESSON, Shares New Clip on THE TONIGHT SHOW
Samuel L. Jackson visited The Tonight Show on Monday, where he previewed Malcolm Washington's upcoming film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. Jackson also shared a short clip from the film, which can be seen as part of the interview. Watch it now!
Samuel L. Jackson visited The Tonight Show on Monday, where he previewed Malcolm Washington's upcoming film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. Jackson also shared a short clip from the film, which can be seen as part of the interview. Watch it now!
Josh Gad Reveals THE BOOK OF MORMON Was First Developed as an Animated Film
On a recent appearance on Jesse Tyler Ferguson's Dinner on Me podcast, Josh Gad revealed that The Book of Mormon was initially planned as an animated film.
On a recent appearance on Jesse Tyler Ferguson's Dinner on Me podcast, Josh Gad revealed that The Book of Mormon was initially planned as an animated film.
Review: EVITA at Glen Eden Playhouse
Currently lighting up the stage at Glen Eden Playhouse Theatre is Evita, produced by Playhouse Theatre Inc. and directed by Robin Lane. This production showcases stunning vocals and exceptional musical direction. Under the skilled direction of Musical Director Erin Fagan, assisted by Rebecca Hubbert and vocal coach Louise Monson, the musical production honours Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic score.
Currently lighting up the stage at Glen Eden Playhouse Theatre is Evita, produced by Playhouse Theatre Inc. and directed by Robin Lane. This production showcases stunning vocals and exceptional musical direction. Under the skilled direction of Musical Director Erin Fagan, assisted by Rebecca Hubbert and vocal coach Louise Monson, the musical production honours Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic score.
Santa Fe International Film Festival To Honor Actor Bryan Cranston With Lifetime Achievement Award
The Santa Fe International Film Festival will honor Bryan Cranston with its Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his contributions to film and television.
The Santa Fe International Film Festival will honor Bryan Cranston with its Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his contributions to film and television.
THE PIANO LESSON Cast to Receive The Gotham Awards Ensemble Tribute
The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced that The Piano Lesson, directed by Malcolm Washington and co-written by Washington and Virgil Williams, will receive The 2024 Gotham Awards Ensemble Tribute at the 34th Annual Gotham Awards Ceremony, taking place live and in person on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced that The Piano Lesson, directed by Malcolm Washington and co-written by Washington and Virgil Williams, will receive The 2024 Gotham Awards Ensemble Tribute at the 34th Annual Gotham Awards Ceremony, taking place live and in person on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
Denzel Washington Reveals Next August Wilson Adaptation
In a new interview, producers Denzel Washington and Todd Black shed some light on their ambitions to adapt the whole of Wilson's American Century Cycle. With three already under their belts, they revealed the next play making the jump from stage to screen.
In a new interview, producers Denzel Washington and Todd Black shed some light on their ambitions to adapt the whole of Wilson's American Century Cycle. With three already under their belts, they revealed the next play making the jump from stage to screen.
Photos: Inside the International Premiere of THE PIANO LESSON Film
On Tuesday, September 10th, Netflix's THE PIANO LESSON had its international premiere at Toronto International Film Festival at the Princess of Wales Theater. Take a look at the photos from the event here!
On Tuesday, September 10th, Netflix's THE PIANO LESSON had its international premiere at Toronto International Film Festival at the Princess of Wales Theater. Take a look at the photos from the event here!
Malcolm Washington Hopes THE PIANO LESSON Film Will Bring August Wilson to New Audiences
Later this year, an adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson will hit Netflix. In a new interview, director Malcolm Washington shed some light on his approach to adapting the play for the screen.
Later this year, an adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson will hit Netflix. In a new interview, director Malcolm Washington shed some light on his approach to adapting the play for the screen.
Malcolm Washington and John David Washington to Receive Honors for THE PIANO LESSON at Chicago International Film Festival
Malcolm Washington, director and co-writer of the upcoming adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, along with star John David Washington will be honored at the 60th Chicago International Film Festival for their work on the film, which is also set to open the festival.
Malcolm Washington, director and co-writer of the upcoming adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, along with star John David Washington will be honored at the 60th Chicago International Film Festival for their work on the film, which is also set to open the festival.
Review Roundup: THE PIANO LESSON Film- How Does It Live Up to August Wilson's Play?
Reviews have begun to trickle in for Malcolm Washington's big-screen adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, which premiered at the Telluride Film Festival this past weekend.
Reviews have begun to trickle in for Malcolm Washington's big-screen adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson, which premiered at the Telluride Film Festival this past weekend.
THE PIANO LESSON to Make World Premiere at Telluride Film Festival
Malcolm Washington's film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson will have its world premiere screening this weekend at the Telluride Film Festival. The screening comes ahead of its limited theatrical release on November 8 and its Netflix streaming release on November 22.
Malcolm Washington's film adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson will have its world premiere screening this weekend at the Telluride Film Festival. The screening comes ahead of its limited theatrical release on November 8 and its Netflix streaming release on November 22.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Michael Potts been in?
Michael Potts has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Michael Potts been in?
Michael Potts has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Michael Potts been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Piano Lesson and Performance (Obie Awards) for The America Play.
What awards has Michael Potts won?
Michael Potts has won the Obie Award for his performance in The America Play.
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