Reed Birney
Birth Place: Alexandria, VA, USA
Latest News on Reed Birney:
Rachel Brosnahan, Joaquina Kalukango & Greg Nobile to be Honored at NYTW's 2025 Gala (Dec 18, 2024)
Photos: OUR CLASS Opens at Classic Stage Company (Sep 20, 2024)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 11, 2024 (Sep 11, 2024)
Rachel Brosnahan, Joaquina Kalukango & Greg Nobile to be Honored at NYTW's 2025 Gala (Dec 18, 2024)
Photos: OUR CLASS Opens at Classic Stage Company (Sep 20, 2024)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 11, 2024 (Sep 11, 2024)
BIO
Reed Birney won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play in 2016 for The Humans and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play in 2014 for Casa Valentina. Birney won a 2006 Obie Award for Sustained Excellence in Performance. He made his New York debut at Playwrights Horizons in 1976 in Gemini. He's also appeared there in Herself As Lust (1982), An Imaginary Life (1994), The Butterfly Collection (2000), Pen (2006), The Savannah Disputation (2009) and last season's Circle Mirror Transformation (Obie, Drama Desk awards). Other New York appearances include Tigers Be Still (Roundabout), Blasted (Soho Rep); Stuff Happens (The Public, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Ensemble); Our Leading Lady (MTC); Bug (Barrow Street); Loose Knit, The Family of Mann (Second Stage); The Common Pursuit (Promenade); Volunteer Man (Rattlestick); Bedfellows (Bat Theatre); and Minor Demons, The Exact Center of the Universe (Century Center). Regional includes The Lisbon Traviata (Seattle Rep) and the world premiere of Neil Simon's Hotel Suite (Walnut Street). TV work includes episodes of "Gossip Girl," "Kings" and "My Generation."
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Irish Repertory Theatre New York Premiere Production, 2022
Dr. Philip Cotton
[Off-Broadway]
Barrow Street Theatricals Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Performer
Guest Performer
[Off-Broadway]
One Night Only Concert Presentation Production, 2017
Performer
[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Atlantic Theater Production, 2015
David
[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Production, 2011
Performer
Movies
Not a Pretty Picture
[ 1976 ] Fred
[ 1976 ] Fred
Four Friends
[ 1981 ] Louie
[ 1981 ] Louie
Chain Letters
[ 1985 ] Greg
[ 1985 ] Greg
Means and Ends
[ 1985 ] Ryan
[ 1985 ] Ryan
Crimewave
[ 1985 ] Vic Ajax
[ 1985 ] Vic Ajax
You Are Here
[ 1997 ] Jack's Boss
[ 1997 ] Jack's Boss
A Perfect Murder
[ 1998 ] Merchant Prince #1
[ 1998 ] Merchant Prince #1
Uptown Girls
[ 2003 ] Executive
[ 2003 ] Executive
The Ten
[ 2007 ] Jim Stansel
[ 2007 ] Jim Stansel
Changeling
[ 2008 ] Mayor Cryer
[ 2008 ] Mayor Cryer
Morning Glory
[ 2010 ] Governor Willis
[ 2010 ] Governor Willis
Twelve Thirty
[ 2010 ] Martin
[ 2010 ] Martin
Girl Most Likely
[ 2012 ] Dr. Chalmers
[ 2012 ] Dr. Chalmers
Molly's Theory of Relativity
[ 2013 ] Asher, Zak's father
[ 2013 ] Asher, Zak's father
Adult World
[ 2013 ] Todd
[ 2013 ] Todd
In Your Eyes
[ 2014 ] Dr. Maynard
[ 2014 ] Dr. Maynard
Jackrabbit
[ 2015 ] Paul Bateson
[ 2015 ] Paul Bateson
Mad Women
[ 2015 ] Richard, husband
[ 2015 ] Richard, husband
Half the Perfect World
[ 2016 ] Peter
[ 2016 ] Peter
Occupy, Texas
[ 2016 ] Uncle Nolan
[ 2016 ] Uncle Nolan
The Last Nazi
[ 2019 ] Harry
[ 2019 ] Harry
All the Little Things We Kill
[ 2019 ] Senator Gerald Hess
[ 2019 ] Senator Gerald Hess
The Forty-Year-Old Version
[ 2020 ] J. Whitman
[ 2020 ] J. Whitman
Lost Girls
[ 2020 ] Peter Hackett
[ 2020 ] Peter Hackett
The Hunt
[ 2020 ] Pop
[ 2020 ] Pop
Strawberry Mansion
[ 2021 ] Peter
[ 2021 ] Peter
Mass
[ 2021 ] Richard
[ 2021 ] Richard
Baby Ruby
[ 2022 ] Dr. Rosenbaum
[ 2022 ] Dr. Rosenbaum
The Menu
[ 2022 ] Richard
[ 2022 ] Richard
TV Shows
Gossip Girl
Mr. Prescott
Mr. Prescott
Home Before Dark
Sylvester Lisko
Sylvester Lisko
House of Cards
Donald Blythe, Rep. Donald Blythe, VP Donald Blythe
Donald Blythe, Rep. Donald Blythe, VP Donald Blythe
Law & Order
Everett Brown
Everett Brown
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Fred Martz, A.D.A. Stillman
Fred Martz, A.D.A. Stillman
The Blacklist
Tom Connolly
Tom Connolly
Titans
Doctor Adamson
Doctor Adamson
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award
Reed Birney, Man From Nebraska
The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play
Reed Birney, Man From Nebraska
Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award
Reed Birney, The Humans
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Reed Birney, The Humans
The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play
Reed Birney, The Humans
winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Reed Birney, The Humans
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Reed Birney, I'm Gonna Pray For You So Hard
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Reed Birney, You Got Older
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Reed Birney, I'm Gonna Pray For You So Hard
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Reed Birney, Casa Valentina
Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award
Reed Birney, Casa Valentina
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Reed Birney, Casa Valentina
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Reed BirneyUncle Vanya
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Special Award
Reed Birney, Reed Birney
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Reed Birney The Dream of the Burning Boy
winner
Obie Awards - 2010 - Performance
Reed Birney, Circle Mirror Transformation
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Reed Birney, Blasted
winner
Obie Awards - 2006 - Sustained Excellence of Performance
Reed Birney
winner
Obie Awards - 2004 - Performance
Reed Birney, Bug
Videos
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Fran Kranz's MASS; In Theatres This October
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 24, 2021
VIDEO: Ann Dowd, Martha Plimpton & Reed Birney Talk MASS on Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Sep 23, 2021
VIDEO: Fran Kranz Talks MASS on Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Sep 22, 2021
VIDEO: Barrington Stage's WHO COULD ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE? and CHESTER BAILEY Begin Rehearsals
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2021
Broadway Rewind: Sebastian Stan & Maggie Grace Bring PICNIC Back to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 24, 2020
VIDEO: Reed Birney Reflects on Working With Roundabout As Part of the OFF-SCRIPT Series
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2020
TV: Watch Highlights of Bebe Neuwirth, Carolee Carmello, Vanessa Williams & More in the Encores! HEY, LOOK ME OVER!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2018
TV: Vanessa Williams & Company Push De Button in Rehearsals for Encores! HEY, LOOK ME OVER!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2018
TV: Hey, Look This Over! Vanessa Williams, Carolee Carmello, Bebe Neuwirth & More Get Ready to Kick Off the Encores! Season
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 31, 2018
TV: Watch a Sneak Peek of Carolee Carmello in Encores! HEY, LOOK ME OVER!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 30, 2018
BWW Tonys Special: Hangin' with the Humans of THE HUMANS- Tony Nominees Reed Birney & Jayne Houdyshell!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jun 6, 2016
VIDEO: Danny Burstein, Zachary Levi & More Talk Tony Noms, Diversity & Rude Audiences
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 1, 2016
Tony Awards Close-Up: THE HUMANS' Jayne Houdyshell & Reed Birney Find the Roles of a Lifetime
by Nicole Rosky - May 31, 2016
VIDEO: Tony Nominees Reed Birney, Jayne Houdyshell & More Talk Broadway's THE HUMANS
by Caryn Robbins - May 6, 2016
TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- CASA's Reed Birney Talks Working His Way Up from Mr. Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2014
TV: Watch Highlights of Patrick Page & More in CASA VALENTINA on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2014
TV: Meet the Cast & Creative Team Behind CASA VALENTINA - Harvey Fierstein, Patrick Page, Gabriel Ebert & More!
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 16, 2014
News
Rachel Brosnahan, Joaquina Kalukango & Greg Nobile to be Honored at NYTW's 2025 Gala
New York Theatre Workshop's 2025 Gala will honor Emmy Award winner Rachel Brosnahan, Tony Award winner Joaquina Kalukango, and Tony Award-winning theater and film producer Greg Nobile. Learn more and see how to attend.
New York Theatre Workshop's 2025 Gala will honor Emmy Award winner Rachel Brosnahan, Tony Award winner Joaquina Kalukango, and Tony Award-winning theater and film producer Greg Nobile. Learn more and see how to attend.
Photos: OUR CLASS Opens at Classic Stage Company
After its sold-out run at Brooklyn Academy of Music in winter 2024, the off-Broadway production Our Class, by Polish playwright Tadeusz Slobodzianek, and helmed by Ukrainian-born, Jewish director Igor Golyak, is now playing. Check out photos from opening night here!
After its sold-out run at Brooklyn Academy of Music in winter 2024, the off-Broadway production Our Class, by Polish playwright Tadeusz Slobodzianek, and helmed by Ukrainian-born, Jewish director Igor Golyak, is now playing. Check out photos from opening night here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 11, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 11, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 11, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Cynthia Erivo Joins Peacock's POKER FACE Season 2
Cynthia Erivo, the Tony Award winner and star of the upcoming Wicked movie, will guest star in the second season of Peacock's Poker Face. Other guest stars for the upcoming season include Margo Martindale, BJ Novak, Giancarlo Esposito, and Katie Holmes.
Cynthia Erivo, the Tony Award winner and star of the upcoming Wicked movie, will guest star in the second season of Peacock's Poker Face. Other guest stars for the upcoming season include Margo Martindale, BJ Novak, Giancarlo Esposito, and Katie Holmes.
Leslye Headland's CULT OF LOVE Headed to Broadway as Part of Second Stage's Fall Season
Leslye Headland's Cult of Love is headed to Broadway later this year as part of Second Stage Theater's upcoming fall season. Additionally, Donald Margulies’ Lunar Eclipse will open off-Broadway this fall.
Leslye Headland's Cult of Love is headed to Broadway later this year as part of Second Stage Theater's upcoming fall season. Additionally, Donald Margulies’ Lunar Eclipse will open off-Broadway this fall.
Holland Taylor and Ana Villafañe Will Lead Political Play, N/A
Emmy Award-winner & Tony and Drama Desk Award-nominee Holland Taylor and Drama League and Outer Critics Circle Nominee, and Theatre World Award-winner Ana Villafañe will star as “N” and “A”, respectively in the world premiere of the new play N/A by Mario Correa. We have all of the details!
Emmy Award-winner & Tony and Drama Desk Award-nominee Holland Taylor and Drama League and Outer Critics Circle Nominee, and Theatre World Award-winner Ana Villafañe will star as “N” and “A”, respectively in the world premiere of the new play N/A by Mario Correa. We have all of the details!
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of STEREOPHONIC on Broadway
David Adjmi’s Stereophonic, opened on Broadway at the Golden Theatre and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
David Adjmi’s Stereophonic, opened on Broadway at the Golden Theatre and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Roundabout's JONAH
Roundabout Theatre Company just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of Jonah by Rachel Bonds, directed by Danya Taymor. Jonah will play through March 10, 2024 at the Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and you can check out photos here
Roundabout Theatre Company just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of Jonah by Rachel Bonds, directed by Danya Taymor. Jonah will play through March 10, 2024 at the Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and you can check out photos here
Photo Exclusive: Go Inside PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opening Night After Party!
The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! Get an exclusive look inside the opening night after party in the photos!
The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! Get an exclusive look inside the opening night after party in the photos!
Photos: Stars Turn Out For Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening with Donna Murphy, Tyne Daly, LaChanze and more. Check out photos below!
The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening with Donna Murphy, Tyne Daly, LaChanze and more. Check out photos below!
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!
It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards December 5th Standings; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Photos: SPAIN, Starring Marin Ireland and Andrew Burnap, Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
Check out opening night red carpet photos of Second Stage Theater's production of Spain, starring Marin Ireland, Andrew Burnap, and more!
Check out opening night red carpet photos of Second Stage Theater's production of Spain, starring Marin Ireland, Andrew Burnap, and more!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Leads Best Play!
Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Mac-Haydn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Page 73 Reveals Semifinalists For 2024 Playwriting Fellowship
Page 73 has revealed the 12 semifinalists for the 2024 Playwriting Fellowship. Discover the talented playwrights in the running for this esteemed award.
Page 73 has revealed the 12 semifinalists for the 2024 Playwriting Fellowship. Discover the talented playwrights in the running for this esteemed award.
Page 73 Reunites World Premiere Cast Of Clare Barron's YOU GOT OLDER For Benefit Reading
Page 73 has announced a one-night-only reading of Clare Barron’s You Got Older, featuring the original cast of the organization’s 2014 world premiere production, November 10 at 8:00pm at The Shed. Learn more about the reading here!
Page 73 has announced a one-night-only reading of Clare Barron’s You Got Older, featuring the original cast of the organization’s 2014 world premiere production, November 10 at 8:00pm at The Shed. Learn more about the reading here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Reed Birney been in?
Reed Birney has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Reed Birney been in?
Reed Birney has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Reed Birney been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Man From Nebraska, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play (The Lortels) for Man From Nebraska, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Humans, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Humans, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play (The Lortels) for The Humans, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for I'm Gonna Pray For You So Hard, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for You Got Older, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for I'm Gonna Pray For You So Hard, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Casa Valentina, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Casa Valentina, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Casa Valentina, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Uncle Vanya, Special Award (Drama Desk Awards) for Reed Birney, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Dream of the Burning Boy, Performance (Obie Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Blasted, Sustained Excellence of Performance (Obie Awards) and Performance (Obie Awards) for Bug.
What awards has Reed Birney won?
Reed Birney has won several prestigious awards throughout his career, including: - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Casa Valentina - Special Award (Drama Desk Awards) for Reed Birney - Performance (Obie Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation - Sustained Excellence of Performance (Obie Awards) - Performance (Obie Awards) for Bug
Videos