Birth Place: Saginaw, MI, USA
Brian dʼArcy James is an award-winning theater, film, and television actor as well as a recording artist.
Hailed recently as “one of the most celebrated actors of his generation in both straight plays and musicals” (Jeremy Gerard, Deadline), Brian is a three-time Tony nominee, and an Obie and Drama Desk Award winner for his varied and extensive work in the theater on Broadway and off-Broadway.
In 2019 on Broadway, Brian played Quinn Carney in Jez Butterworth’s Tony-award–winning “Best Play” THE FERRYMAN, directed by Sam Mendes.
From April to July 2017, Brian reprised his award-winning role as King George III in Lin-Manuel Mirandaʼs musical HAMILTON at the Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway. He originated the role of King George (“played with vaudevillian brilliance”—Ben Brantley, The New York Times) in the sold-out Off-Broadway run of Hamilton at The Public Theater.
In 2015, immediate following Hamilton, Brian starred in the Broadway musical SOMETHING ROTTEN, for which he was nominated for a 2015 Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, and Drama League Distinguished Performance Award.
In film, Brian starred in the 2016 Academy Award–winning Best Picture SPOTLIGHT, alongside Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo, and Rachel McAdams as the four-member “Spotlight” columnists for the Boston Globe. Brian was awarded the 2016 SAG Award, Critics Choice Award, Gotham Award and the Independent Spirit’s Robert Altman Award for Best Ensemble for his portrayal of Matt Carroll. Brian also appeared in Steven Spielberg’s 2022 Oscar-nominated film West Side Story as Officer Krupke.
2017 proved to be a busy year with the spring premiere of the Netflix series THIRTEEN REASONS WHY, in which Brian co-stars with Kate Walsh, followed by his appearance in Discovery Channel’s Manhunt:UNABOMBER miniseries. Additionally, he will appear in seven feature films that will be released in 2017 and 2018, including Aaron Sorkinʼs directorial debut MOLLY’S GAME, MARK FELT starring Liam Neeson, ALL THESE SMALL MOMENTS, 1922, SONG OF BACK AND NECK, TROUBLE, and REBEL IN THE RYE. More film credits include SISTERS, ADMISSION, GAME CHANGE, and GHOST TOWN among others.
TV audiences will remember Brian as Frank Houston, co-starring opposite Debra Messing in the NBC series SMASH. Additional credits include guest-starring roles in THE GOOD WIFE, THE BIG C and PERSON OF INTEREST, among many others.
A veteran of the stage with more than a dozen Broadway credits to his name, highlights include his Tony award-nominated performances for starring roles in SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS and SHREK THE MUSICAL, as well as roles in Broadway plays such as MACBETH, TIME STANDS STILL and LIEUTENANT OF INISHMORE.
Off-Broadway highlights include his Obie-winning solo performance of THE GOOD THIEF, Drama Desk nominations for GIANT and THE WILD PARTY along with originating roles in NEXT TO NORMAL and FLOYD COLLINS, among others.
From Carnegie Hall to the White House, from Madison Square Garden to The Kennedy Center, Brian is an accomplished and sought-after concert performer and has appeared in esteemed concert halls worldwide. He made his highly acclaimed solo debut at the New York City nightclub venue 54 Below with his show UNDER THE INFLUENCE, returning for an encore performance a year later, and performing the solo show internationally.
As a recording artist, Brian has a Grammy nomination for his performance on the Broadway Cast Album of SOMETHING ROTTEN. His solo Christmas album FROM CHRISTMAS EVE TO CHRISTMAS MORN features holiday classics along with three original songs including the popular song “Michigan Christmas.”
Brian dʼArcy James resides in New York City with his wife and daughter. He has supported and performed many times for an organization in his hometown of Saginaw, Michigan, called the Field Neurosciences Institute (FNI). The mission of the FNI is the prevention, early diagnosis, care and cure of neurological diseases, disorders and injuries.
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
From: Photos: The Cast of INTO THE WOODS Takes Bows at First Preview on Broadway
From: PHOTO FLASH: WEST SIDE STORY tiene su premiere en Nueva York
From: PHOTO FLASH: WEST SIDE STORY tiene su premiere en Nueva York
From: Photo Flash: Bernadette Peters and Brian d'Arcy James Attend 2015 Freddie G Fellowship Gala
From: Photo Coverage: Andrew Rannells, Marin Mazzie, et al. at New York Pops 29th Birthday Gala
From: Photo Flash: Encompass New Opera Honors Marvin Hamlisch With Brian d'Arcy James, Lucie Arnaz & More
Brian d'Arcy James, Days of Wine and Roses
Brian D'Arcy James, Into The Woods
Brian d'Arcy James, Something Rotten!
Brian d'Arcy James, Something Rotten!
Brian d'Arcy James, Something Rotten!
Brian d'Arcy James, Hamilton
Brian d'Arcy James, Something Rotten!
Brian d'Arcy James, Giant
Brian d'Arcy James, Giant
Brian d'Arcy James, Time Stands Still
Brian d'Arcy James, Port Authority
Brian d'Arcy James, Shrek the Musical
Brian d'Arcy James, Port Authority
Brian d'Arcy James, Sweet Smell of Success
Brian d'Arcy James, Sweet Smell of Success
Brian d'Arcy James, Sweet Smell of Success
Brian d'Arcy JamesThe Good Thief
Brian d'Arcy JamesThe Good Thief
Brian D'Arcy JamesThe Good Thief
The Broadway premiere of Days of Wine and Roses, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, will play its final performance later this month.
In this new episode of “THEATER: All the Moving Parts”, Stars Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, and composer/lyricist Adam Guettel discuss the bold and provocative new musical “Days of Wine and Roses” about love and alcoholism, based on the 1962 Blake Edwards film classic.
In this video, watch as Kelli O’Hara and Brian d’Arcy James unpack their complex characters in Days of Wine and Roses on Broadway.
The first musical of 2024 has officially arrived! In this video, watch as Brian d'Arcy James, Kelli O'Hara and the team of Days of Wine and Roses celebrate opening night on Broadway.
MCC Theater has revealed that Miscast24 will take place on Monday April 15, 2024 at the Hammerstein Ballroom. Learn additional details!
Reviews are in for Days of Wine and Roses starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian D'Arcy James, which opened on Broadway tonight, Sunday, January 28th at Studio 54. The production, directed by Michael Grief, features music and lyrics by Adam Guettel and a book by Craig Lucas. Find out what the critics had to say here!
In this video, watch highlights of Kelli O’Hara and Brian d’Arcy James in Days of Wine and Roses on Broadway!
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 19, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Get a first look at photos of Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James in Days of Wine and Roses on Broadway.
92NY will present a performance of the searing new musical, Days of Wine and Roses, followed by a conversation with Kelli O’Hara, Brian d’Arcy James and additional cast members.
Days of Wine and Roses, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, has released a cast recording! Featuring music and lyrics by Adam Guettel, the musical ran off-Broadway earlier this year and will come to Broadway in 2024! Listen to the full album here!
See photos of Kelli O'Hara, Brian d'Arcy James & more in rehearsals for Days of Wine and Roses on Broadway!
In this video, watch a as Kelli O'Hara, Brian d'Arcy James and the company of Days of Wine and Roses meets the press!
Rehearsals are underway for the Broadway premiere of Days of Wine and Roses, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James. Check out photos as the full company meets the press!
Following the critically acclaimed, sold out run at Atlantic Theater Company, Days of Wine and Roses opens on Broadway on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at Studio 54. This limited 16-week engagement begins previews tonight, January 6, 2024. Meet the cast of Days of Wine and Roses here!
Complete casting has been announced for the Broadway premiere of Days of Wine and Roses, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James. Learn more about who else is in the cast here!
Days of Wine and Roses is set to transfer to Broadway, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, who led the production off-Broadway earlier this year. Check out photos of the new marquee!
Days of Wine and Roses is set to transfer to Broadway, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, who led the production off-Broadway earlier this year. Running for 16 weeks only, performances will begin on January 6, 2024 at Studio 54.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 14, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Days of Wine and Roses is set to transfer to Broadway, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, who led the production off-Broadway earlier this year. Running for 16 weeks only, performances will begin on January 6, 2023. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
Brian d'Arcy James has appeared on Broadway in 19 shows.
Brian d'Arcy James has not appeared in the West End.
Brian d'Arcy James has been nominated for various awards throughout his career. These include nominations for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Into The Woods," Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Something Rotten!," Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Something Rotten!," and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Something Rotten!" He has also received nominations for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at The Lortels for "Hamilton," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Something Rotten!," and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Giant." Other nominations include Best Featured Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Time Stands Still," Outstanding Lead Actor at The Lortels for "Port Authority," Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Shrek the Musical," Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Port Authority," and Outstanding Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Sweet Smell of Success." Additionally, he received nominations for Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Sweet Smell of Success," Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Sweet Smell of Success," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Good Thief," Performance at the Obie Awards for "The Good Thief," and Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Good Thief."
Brian d'Arcy James has won several awards, including Best Featured Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Time Stands Still," Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Shrek the Musical," Outstanding Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Sweet Smell of Success," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Good Thief," and a Performance award at the Obie Awards for "The Good Thief."
Brian d'Arcy James's next show will be Days of Wine and Roses which opens on 1/28/2024 on Broadway.
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