Robert Cole
Latest News on Robert Cole:
Congestion Pricing in New York City Postponed Indefinitely (Jun 5, 2024)
Will New NYC Congestion Tolls Affect Broadway Attendance? (Dec 19, 2023)
Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis & More Win NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners! (Feb 28, 2023)
Congestion Pricing in New York City Postponed Indefinitely (Jun 5, 2024)
Will New NYC Congestion Tolls Affect Broadway Attendance? (Dec 19, 2023)
Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis & More Win NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners! (Feb 28, 2023)
BIO
Robert Cole made his Broadway producing debut in 1984 with August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. He is the recipient of three Tony Awards. Other credits include That Championship Season (2011); A Steady Rain (Daniel Craig and Hugh Jackman); The Crucible (Liam Neeson and Laura Linney); Death of a Salesman (Brian Dennehy); Angels in America; Horton Foote’s The Young Man From Atlanta; Redwood Curtain (Lanford Wilson); Elaine Stritch: At Liberty; Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll (Eric Bogosian); One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (Gary Sinise); Freak (John Leguizamo); and Emily Mann’s Having Our Say. Mr. Cole produced the film, Tape (Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke). He and Frederick Zollo are producing partners in Grey Matter Theatre Productions.
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Play
Robert Cole, Casa Valentina
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Revival of a Play
Robert Cole, Orphans
winner
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Musical
Robert Cole, Once
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Revival of a Play
Robert Cole, The Crucible
winner
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Special Theatrical Event
Robert Cole, Elaine Stritch at Liberty
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Play
Robert Cole, The Young Man From Atlanta
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Play
Robert Cole, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Videos
VIDEO: Jeffrey Wright and Ashton Sanders Star in the Trailer for ALL DAY AND A NIGHT
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 21, 2020
VIDEO: David Yazbek Performs A Song From THE BAND'S VISIT at TEDxBroadway
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2018
TV: Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge Talk ORPHANS on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2013
News
Congestion Pricing in New York City Postponed Indefinitely
Congestion pricing in New York City, which was previously set to begin on June 30, has been indefinitely postponed.
Congestion pricing in New York City, which was previously set to begin on June 30, has been indefinitely postponed.
Will New NYC Congestion Tolls Affect Broadway Attendance?
Forbes reports that upcoming changes to congestion pricing, as approved by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority earlier this month, could have a major effect on Broadway audiences who commute by car.
Forbes reports that upcoming changes to congestion pricing, as approved by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority earlier this month, could have a major effect on Broadway audiences who commute by car.
Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis & More Win NAACP Image Awards - Full List of Winners!
Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis, Angela Bassett, and more took home NAACP Image Awards over the weekend. Host Queen Latifah also opened the show with a performance of “I’m Gonna Live Til I Die.' Watch the performance and check out the complete list of winners below!
Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis, Angela Bassett, and more took home NAACP Image Awards over the weekend. Host Queen Latifah also opened the show with a performance of “I’m Gonna Live Til I Die.' Watch the performance and check out the complete list of winners below!
BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER Sets Blu-Ray & DVD Release
Fans can add the film to their collection and access exclusive bonus content including deleted scenes, a gag reel and audio commentary by esteemed filmmakers Ryan Coogler, Joe Robert Cole and Autumn Durald Arkapaw. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will also stream on Disney+ February 1.
Fans can add the film to their collection and access exclusive bonus content including deleted scenes, a gag reel and audio commentary by esteemed filmmakers Ryan Coogler, Joe Robert Cole and Autumn Durald Arkapaw. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will also stream on Disney+ February 1.
Theatre Aspen Grant Program Established to Support Solo Flights Festival
Theatre Aspen announced that, beginning this season, $10,000 grants will be awarded to two of the Solo Flights selections, to support their further development, underwritten by Rachel and Rick Klausner.
Theatre Aspen announced that, beginning this season, $10,000 grants will be awarded to two of the Solo Flights selections, to support their further development, underwritten by Rachel and Rick Klausner.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Awards 2022 Scholarships
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced that it has, for the fourth consecutive year, awarded WBTT Artist Development scholarships to deserving students.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced that it has, for the fourth consecutive year, awarded WBTT Artist Development scholarships to deserving students.
THE BAND'S VISIT to Begin Performances in D.C. in July
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has announced that THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony® and Drama Desk Award®-winner David Yazbek, will be returning to Washington, D.C. from July 5–17, 2022.
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has announced that THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony® and Drama Desk Award®-winner David Yazbek, will be returning to Washington, D.C. from July 5–17, 2022.
CCCT Shows Off Its 'Hattitude' With The Gospel Musical CROWNS, April 15- May 15
Contra Costa Civic Theatre concludes its live, in-person Main Stage season with the musical Crowns by Regina Taylor, adapted from the book “Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats” by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. Directed by Kimberly Ridgeway, with music direction by Branice McKenzie and choreography by Jennifer Frazier, Crowns plays for 15 performances from April 15-May 15.
Contra Costa Civic Theatre concludes its live, in-person Main Stage season with the musical Crowns by Regina Taylor, adapted from the book “Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats” by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. Directed by Kimberly Ridgeway, with music direction by Branice McKenzie and choreography by Jennifer Frazier, Crowns plays for 15 performances from April 15-May 15.
NY Stage and Film Announces Mallom Liggon as New Director of the Filmmakers' Workshop
New York Stage and Film will welcome Mallom Liggon as the new Director of the Filmmakers’ Workshop. NYSAF is also announcing the 9 early-career film and TV writers who have been selected to participate in the 2022 Filmmakers Workshop.
New York Stage and Film will welcome Mallom Liggon as the new Director of the Filmmakers’ Workshop. NYSAF is also announcing the 9 early-career film and TV writers who have been selected to participate in the 2022 Filmmakers Workshop.
Tony Winning Best Musical THE BAND'S VISIT to Play At Segerstrom Center, March 22 To April 3
Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents THE BAND'S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek. It will play in Segerstrom Hall March 22 to April 3, 2022.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts presents THE BAND'S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek. It will play in Segerstrom Hall March 22 to April 3, 2022.
Tickets Go On Sale This Month For THE BAND'S VISIT At Detroit's Fisher Theatre
Broadway In Detroit announced today that tickets for the tour of THE BAND'S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek, will go on sale on Friday, February 25, 2022. Starting at $35, tickets may be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com and in person at the Fisher Theatre Box Office.
Broadway In Detroit announced today that tickets for the tour of THE BAND'S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek, will go on sale on Friday, February 25, 2022. Starting at $35, tickets may be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com and in person at the Fisher Theatre Box Office.
THE BAND'S VISIT is Coming to the Paramount Theatre
Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount has announced that THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony® and Drama Desk Award®-winner David Yazbek, will be coming to The Paramount Theatre in Seattle from March 8 - 13, 2022.
Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount has announced that THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony® and Drama Desk Award®-winner David Yazbek, will be coming to The Paramount Theatre in Seattle from March 8 - 13, 2022.
THE BAND'S VISIT is Coming to Keller Auditorium This January
Broadway in Portland has announced that THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony Award® and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek, will be coming to Keller Auditorium in Portland from January 4 – 9, 2022.
Broadway in Portland has announced that THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony Award® and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek, will be coming to Keller Auditorium in Portland from January 4 – 9, 2022.
THE BAND'S VISIT to Visit the Eccles Theatre Next March
Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles announced today that the individual tickets for the tour of The Band's Visit, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek, went on sale Friday, November 12 at 10am.
Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles announced today that the individual tickets for the tour of The Band's Visit, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek, went on sale Friday, November 12 at 10am.
DPAC Announces Digital Rush Lottery For THE BAND'S VISIT
DPAC has announced that beginning October 4th at 9:00 AM, a digital rush lottery will take place for THE BAND'S VISIT. The winner of 10 Tony awards including Best Musical will premiere at DPAC October 5 – 10, as part of Truist Broadway at DPAC.
DPAC has announced that beginning October 4th at 9:00 AM, a digital rush lottery will take place for THE BAND'S VISIT. The winner of 10 Tony awards including Best Musical will premiere at DPAC October 5 – 10, as part of Truist Broadway at DPAC.
The Bushnell to Present THE BAND'S VISIT
The North American tour of the 10-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek, takes to The Bushnell stage November 16 - 21.
The North American tour of the 10-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award-winner David Yazbek, takes to The Bushnell stage November 16 - 21.
Sasson Gabay and Janet Dacal to Lead THE BAND'S VISIT North American Tour
The North American tour of the 10-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award®-winner David Yazbek, will resume its national tour on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at the Durham Performing Arts Center and continue on to more than 25 cities through Summer 2022.
The North American tour of the 10-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical THE BAND’S VISIT, featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Drama Desk Award®-winner David Yazbek, will resume its national tour on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at the Durham Performing Arts Center and continue on to more than 25 cities through Summer 2022.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Awards Scholarships
This year's recipients and their respective benefactors are: Todd Bellamy II, Alan P. Kurland Artist Development Scholarship; Charlotte Corporan, Dr. Jody Beresford & Dr. Robert Mayer Artist Development Scholarship; Ariana Fitzgerald, Marie McKee & Robert Cole Artist Development Scholarship; Amaya Glover, Shelley & Sy Goldblatt Artist Development Scholarship; Tay Marquise, Jack & Priscilla Schlegel Artist Development Scholarship; Astrid Victoria McIntyre, Kitty & John Cranor Artist Development Scholarship; Maicy Powell, Marian Moss Artist Development Scholarship; and Aleah Williams, Charlayne Hunter-Gault Artist Development Scholarship.
This year's recipients and their respective benefactors are: Todd Bellamy II, Alan P. Kurland Artist Development Scholarship; Charlotte Corporan, Dr. Jody Beresford & Dr. Robert Mayer Artist Development Scholarship; Ariana Fitzgerald, Marie McKee & Robert Cole Artist Development Scholarship; Amaya Glover, Shelley & Sy Goldblatt Artist Development Scholarship; Tay Marquise, Jack & Priscilla Schlegel Artist Development Scholarship; Astrid Victoria McIntyre, Kitty & John Cranor Artist Development Scholarship; Maicy Powell, Marian Moss Artist Development Scholarship; and Aleah Williams, Charlayne Hunter-Gault Artist Development Scholarship.
Listen: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine and Special Guest, Actor and Playwright Regina Taylor
Today's episode features actress/director/playwright/educator/activist Regina Taylor. She is the playwright-in-residence at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, a three-year appointment through the National Playwright Residency Program established by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and HowlRound Theatre Commons.
Today's episode features actress/director/playwright/educator/activist Regina Taylor. She is the playwright-in-residence at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, a three-year appointment through the National Playwright Residency Program established by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and HowlRound Theatre Commons.
Alley Theatre Announces 75th Season
As the Theatre begins to reopen, the Alley will keep guests updated on any changes to subscription packages, seating capacities, ticketing options, and safety protocols for returning.
As the Theatre begins to reopen, the Alley will keep guests updated on any changes to subscription packages, seating capacities, ticketing options, and safety protocols for returning.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Robert Cole been nominated for?
Best Play (Tony Awards) for Casa Valentina, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Orphans, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Once, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Crucible, Best Special Theatrical Event (Tony Awards) for Elaine Stritch at Liberty, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Young Man From Atlanta and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom .
What awards has Robert Cole won?
Robert Cole has won the following awards: Best Musical at the Tony Awards for Once and Best Special Theatrical Event at the Tony Awards for Elaine Stritch at Liberty.
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