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BIO

Broadway: The Lieutenant of Inishmore, Ink. Other theater: Sam Gold's Othello (NYTW), Becky Shaw (2nd Stage), The Big Meal (Playwrights Horizons) TV: the upcoming Apple+ “The Savant,” “George & Tammy,” “The Son.” Film: Miss Sloane (John Madden, dir), Bridge of Spies (Steven Spielberg, dir).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Luther St. John

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club American Premiere, 2019
Performer

Brian McConnell

[Off-Broadway]
NYTW Off-Broadway Revival, 2016
The Duke

Ludovico

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 2012
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Production, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Production [Cancelled], 2010
John Haddock

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Brendan [Replacement]

James (Understudy) [Replacement]


Movies

Ozark Savage
[ 1999 ] Lens Ozark
Hooray for Mr. Touchdown
[ 2004 ] Lemmo Stats
Capote
[ 2005 ] Grayson
How to Seduce Difficult Women
[ 2009 ] Doug
Taking Woodstock
[ 2009 ] News Reporter
Remember Me
[ 2010 ] Business Associate
Seducing Charlie Barker
[ 2010 ] Lewis
The Company Men
[ 2010 ] Thayer
The Bourne Legacy
[ 2012 ] Drone Spec
Lily & Kat
[ 2015 ] Ben
True Story
[ 2015 ] Corey Dougl
Bridge of Spies
[ 2015 ] Mr. Michener
Miss Sloane
[ 2016 ] Daniel Posner
Trial by Fire
[ 2018 ] Reaves
A Journal for Jordan
[ 2021 ] Schaefer
All, Alone
[ 2021 ] Tom

TV Shows

Blue Bloods
Doc, Dr. Alex Dawson, Police Psychiatrist
Halt and Catch Fire
Dale Butler
Hell on Wheels
Martin Delaney, Martin DeLaney
Law & Order
Attorney Gilman, Mr. Quinlann, Evan Hicks
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Shep, Abe McVee
The Son
Phineas McCullough

Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Featured Actor

David Wilson BarnesThe Big Meal

News


Every Broadway Actor in THE GILDED AGE Season Two

The Gilded Age has returned for season two with a fresh lineup of Broadway stars! The first season of Julian Fellowes' series featured over 60 Broadway alums, including Audra McDonald, Nathan Lane, Cynthia Nixon, and more. Check out which faces you recognize from the theatre, including new additions like Laura Benanti and Jeremy Shamos.
Heidi Blickenstaff, Victoire Charles & More to Star in Industry Reading of DISRUPTION

DISRUPTION, a new play written by Andrew Stein and directed by Hersh Ellis (Rain and Zoe Save The World; Pacific Overtures) will have an industry reading on Thursday, March 31 at 4:00PM at Open Jar Studios (1601 Broadway, 11th Floor).
Applications are now open for Columbia University's MFA in Theatre

Special Offer - Applications are now open for Columbia University’s MFA in Theatre
Tony Award-Winning INK Begins Final Two Weeks Of Performances

Manhattan Theatre Club's American premiere of INK, written by Olivier Award winner and Tony nominee James Graham and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner, Tony and BAFTA Award nominee, Almeida Theatre Artistic Director Rupert Goold (King Charles III) is beginning its final two weeks of performances.
INK Announces Additional Extension Through July 7th

Due to popular demand, Manhattan Theatre Club's Tony Award nominated American premiere of INK, written by Tony nominee James Graham (Labour of Love, Privacy, Finding Neverland) and directed by Tony nominee and Almeida Theatre Artistic Director Rupert Goold (King Charles III) will extend for two more weeks of performances
BWW Review: James Graham's Wildly Raucous INK Chronicles Rupert Murdoch's Rise To Tabloid Journalism Infamy

Long before the term clickbait entered into pop culture infamy, Chief Editor Larry Lamb of the Fleet Street tabloid The Sun was offering his staff a bonus every time the eye-catching words 'Win,' 'Free' and 'Love' appeared on the front page.
Up on the Marquee: INK Arrives on Broadway

Manhattan Theatre Club (Artistic Director Lynne Meadow and Executive Producer Barry Grove) presents the American premiere of INK, written by Olivier Award winner James Graham (Labour of Love, Privacy, Finding Neverland) and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner, Tony and BAFTA Award nominee Almeida Theatre Artistic Director Rupert Goold (King Charles III). INK is now in previews and will open on Wednesday, April 24 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).
Kristin Chenoweth Set to Headline Second Stage's 40th Birthday Gala

Second Stage Theater has announced that Emmy and Tony winner Kristin Chenoweth will headline its 40th Birthday Gala with a special concert performance on Monday, May 6 at Hammerstein Ballroom (311 W 34th Street).
Photo Flash: First Look at Broadway's INK

Get a first look below at Manhattan Theatre Club's American premiere of INK, written by Olivier Award winner James Graham and directed by Rupert Goold. INK is now in previews ahead of a Wednesday, April 24th opening night at Samuel J. Friedman Theatre
Meet the Cast of INK- Now in Previews!

MTC's INK begins previews tonight, April 2 prior to a Wednesday, April 24 opening night at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Get to know the cast below as they begin Broadway performances!
Second Stage to Honor 40 Alums Including Stephanie J Block, Annette Bening, Lindsay Mendez, and More

Second Stage Theater will host its 40th Birthday Gala on Monday, May 6 at Hammerstein Ballroom (311 W 34th Street). In celebration of this milestone, Second Stage will honor 40 actors for their continued collaboration with the institution - from its first productions to today.
Andrew Durand, Colin McPhillamy, and More Complete the Cast of INK on Broadway

Full casting has been announced for the American premiere of INK, written by Olivier Award winner James Graham (Labour of Love, Privacy, Finding Neverland) and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner, Tony and BAFTA Award nominee Almeida Theatre Artistic Director Rupert Goold (King Charles III).
REBECCA Producer to Bring THE EXORCIST to the UK This Halloween

The stage version of THE EXORCIST, which first debuted at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles in 2012, will make its UK debut just in time for Halloween.
Phillip James Brannon to Lead 'NAT TURNER', While David Wilson Barnes, Finn Wittrock & More Join NYTW's OTHELLO

New York Theatre Workshop (NYTW) just announced full casting for the first two shows of the 2016/17 season, NAT TURNER IN JERUSALEM and OTHELLO.
Photo Flash: Invisible Familiars, Monica Bill Barnes & More Celebrate Accabonac House

Artistic Director Alex Kilgore hosted a launch party and first annual silent auction to benefit Accabonac House yesterday, July 21, 2015 at Ashawagh Hall (780 Springs Fireplace Road, East Hampton, NY). The silent auction featured art by Gibby Haynes, Jim Tozzi, and Dan Witz, with music by Invisible Familiars, and a special performance of Happy Hour by Monica Bill Barnes Company. Scroll down for photos from the event!
Artists Retreat Accabonac House to Host Launch Party and Silent Auction This Month

Artistic Director Alex Kilgore announced today that a launch party and first annual silent auction to benefit Accabonac House will be held Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at Ashawagh Hall (780 Springs Fireplace Road, East Hampton, NY).
CONNECTICUT CRITICS CIRCLE Announces Nominations for 2013-2014 Season

A reception at 6:30 precedes the ceremony, which will begin at 7:30. All are welcome to attend the free event, which is fast becoming the theater-networking event in the state.
BWW Reviews: Beatles, Bard and Billy Joe Make for a Mod Mix Musical in Yale Rep's THESE PAPER BULLETS

Take one of his classic comedies, throw in a Fab Four group sort of like the Beatles and let Green Day front man Billie Joe Armstrong (AMERICAN IDIOT) write the music and presto: you have a modern, interesting show called THESE PAPER BULLETS.
Photo Flash: First Look at Yale Rep's THESE PAPER BULLETS! World Premiere

Yale Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of THESE PAPER BULLETS!, a modish ripoff of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, adapted by Rolin Jones, with songs by Billie Joe Armstrong, and directed by Jackson Gay, March 14-April 5 at the University Theatre (222 York Street). Opening Night is Thursday, March 20. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes with Yale Rep's THESE PAPER BULLETS

Yale Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of THESE PAPER BULLETS!, a modish ripoff of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, adapted by Rolin Jones, with songs by Billie Joe Armstrong, and directed by Jackson Gay, March 14 through April 5 at the University Theatre (222 York Street). Opening Night is Thursday, March 20. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek behind the scenes below!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Wilson Barnes been in?

David Wilson Barnes has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has David Wilson Barnes been in?

David Wilson Barnes has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has David Wilson Barnes been nominated for?

David Wilson Barnes has been nominated for the Outstanding Featured Actor award at The Lortels for his performance in The Big Meal.

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