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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Toledo


Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2003 - Performance

Thomas Jefferson Byrd, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Thomas Jefferson Byrd, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

News


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Dutton, Acosta Star In DEATH OF A SALESMAN 4/24-5/23

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Dutton, Acosta Star In DEATH OF A SALESMAN 4/24-5/23

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Thomas Jefferson Byrd been in?

Thomas Jefferson Byrd has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Thomas Jefferson Byrd been in?

Thomas Jefferson Byrd has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Thomas Jefferson Byrd been nominated for?

Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.

What awards has Thomas Jefferson Byrd won?

Thomas Jefferson Byrd won a Theatre World Award for his performance in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.

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