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Ralph Fiennes

Birth Place: Suffolk, ENGLAND

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Ralph Fiennes BIO

A Shakespeare interpreter, he first achieved success onstage at the Royal National Theatre.
Fiennes's portrayal of Nazi war criminal Amon Göth in Schindler's List (1993) earned him nominations for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor, and he won the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role. His performance as Count Almásy in The English Patient (1996) garnered him a second Academy Award nomination, this time for Best Actor, as well as BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations.
Fiennes has appeared in a number of other notable films, including Quiz Show (1994), Strange Days (1995), The End of the Affair (1999), Red Dragon (2002), Maid in Manhattan (2002), The Constant Gardener (2005), In Bruges (2008), The Reader (2008), Clash of the Titans (2010), Great Expectations (2012) and The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014). He voiced Rameses in The Prince of Egypt (1998), Lord Victor Quartermaine in Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005) and Alfred Pennyworth in The Lego Batman Movie (2017). Fiennes starred in the Harry Potter film series (2005–2011), in which he played the franchise's main antagonist, Lord Voldemort. He stars in the James Bond series, in which he has played Gareth Mallory / M, starting with the 2012 film Skyfall.
In 2011, Fiennes made his directorial debut with his film adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy Coriolanus, in which he also played the title character. In 1995, he won a Tony Award for playing Prince Hamlet on Broadway. Since 1999, Fiennes has served as an ambassador for UNICEF UK. Fiennes is also an Honorary Associate of London Film School. For his work behind the camera, in 2019 he received the Stanislavsky Award.

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Ralph Fiennes STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere, 2022
Robert Moses

[West End]
2021
Performer

[London]
The National Theatre, London, 2018
Antony

[West End]
Theatre Royal Haymarket Company Production, 2011
Prospero

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2006
Frank

[Broadway]
1995
Hamlet

Ralph Fiennes Productions

 
[West End, 2021] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
Call List[Replacement]

Ralph Fiennes Awards and Nominations

Evening Standard Awards - 2015 - Best Actor

Ralph FiennesMan And Superman

Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Ralph Fiennes, Faith Healer


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Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Ralph Fiennes, Richard II


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Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Ralph Fiennes, Hamlet


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Theatre World Awards - 1995 - Performance

Ralph Fiennes, Hamlet


winner
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Ralph Fiennes , Hamlet

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Review: MACBETH at Shakespeare Theatre Company


STC’s Macbeth highlights brutal pairs: war and domestic life, grief and humor, brief words and permanent consequences. While the setting could feel unassuming—indeed, audiences must make their way through the parking lot of a Home Depot when arriving via metro—it also shows how extravagant it is to create a theatre space from scratch. This over-the-top, hollowed-out aesthetic fits the world of the play, where titles and status belie a fear of impermanence. Combined with raw, vulnerable performances, this is a powerful take on the timeless tragedy.

MACBETH Starring Ralph Fiennes To Screen At Park Theatre


Renowned actor Ralph Fiennes takes on the iconic role of Macbeth in a new production at Park Theatre.

Video: Director Mary Zimmerman on THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre Company


Shakespeare Theatre Company's final show this season is Mary Zimmerman's The Matchbox Magic Flute. Watch as adapter and director Mary Zimmerman describes what makes The Matchbox Magic Flute a unique operatic experience. 

Laverne Cox and Jessica Hecht to Join Shakespeare Theatre Company Gala


Shakespeare Theatre Company has added presenters Laverne Cox and Jessica Hecht to its lineup for the Company’s annual fund-raising Gala. See who else is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Biko's Manna & Mfundo Comes to Arena Stage This Week


The viral sensations Biko’s Manna & Mfundo last seen on The Jennifer Hudson Show in their world premiere solo concert will be appearing at Arena Stages’ Kogod Cradle Theater on April 3rd and 4th at 7:30pm for DC Jazz Fest.

GRACE PERVADES and AS YOU LIKE IT Set For The Ralph Fiennes / Theatre Royal Bath Season


Theatre Royal Bath has announced the opening productions of the Ralph Fiennes / Theatre Royal Bath season taking place from June 2025. Learn more about both upcoming shows here!

MACBETH With Ralph Fiennes & Indira Varma Coming to Cinemas


Tony and BAFTA Award-winner Ralph Fiennes (Antony & Cleopatra, Schindler's List, Coriolanus) and Olivier Award-winner Indira Varma (Present Laughter, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Luther) star in this production of the epic Shakespeare tragedy. Watch the video trailer and get tickets to see the movie in theaters now!

Review: FAITH HEALER, Lyric Hammersmith


Frank Hardy has a problem. He’s an Irish faith healer without faith in his power to heal. It comes, it goes and he only knows for sure when it is not going to happen. With his wife Grace and manager Teddy, their tour of Wales and Scotland in a battered van has seen his abilities steadily failing him. A last throw of the die sees him return to his homeland. What could go wrong?

Ronald Rand Will Lead LET IT BE ART! at Greece's Lithographeion Theatre in Patras


Goodwill Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand, during his 24th year touring around the world to 26 countries will perform in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman, 'the Elder Statesman of the American Theatre,' on March 31st at the renowned Lithographeion Theatre in Patras, Greece.

MACBETH With Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma is Coming to Cinemas


Shakespeare’s Macbeth is coming to cinemas across the UK, the US, Australia and selected international territories from 2nd May. Learn more about where to catch the production here!

Judith Light to be Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award at Shakespeare Theatre Company Gala


Tony and Emmy Award-winning actor Judith Light has joined Shakespeare Theatre Company's star-studded line-up and honorees to be celebrated at its annual Gala on April 15, 2024.

Show of the Week: Tickets on Sale For MACBETH Starring Ralph Fiennes


Tickets are now on sale for Macbeth at Dock X, starring Ralph Fiennes! Find out how to get tickets here!

These Stars of SUCCESSION Have Ties to the Stage


With Jeremy Strong making his Broadway return in An Enemy of the People this season, BroadwayWorld is exploring some of the others stars of the iconic series Succession, who have ties to the stage.

Could THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY Starring Sarah Snook Transfer to Broadway?


Will The Picture of Dorian Gray starring Sarah Snook transfer to Broadway in 2025?

Review: MACBETH, Dock X


'Entering Dock X for Macbeth, you are greeted by a large, dark space filled with audience members, jazz music playing as you wait for the theatre to open. Suddenly, a siren begins to wail. This is the call to enter the theatre and audience members are greeted by scenes of destruction and soldiers staring with empty eyes at the chaos around them.'

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 13, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 13, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

'You Should Be Disturbed;' Ralph Fiennes Calls For Limited Trigger Warnings In Theatres


Ralph Fiennes has voiced his opposition to the use of trigger warnings in theatres, advocating for audiences to experience the full impact of the production without prior alerts to potentially disturbing content.

Photos: First Look at Sarah Snook in THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY


The Picture of Dorian Gray has officially made its UK premiere at The Theatre Royal Haymarket, starring the critically acclaimed Sarah Snook in a ground-breaking adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s only novel. Check out photos of Snook in action here!

a.k. payne, Jasmine Naziha Jones & More Named as Finalists for 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize


The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed the finalists for this prestigious international award honoring women+ playwrights.

Video: MACBETH, Starring Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma, Extends Run in London; Watch a New Trailer!


MACBETH starring Tony and BAFTA Award-winning Ralph Fiennes as Macbeth and Olivier Award-winning Indira Varma as Lady Macbeth, will extend its run! A new trailer for the production has also been released. Check out the video here!

Ralph Fiennes FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ralph Fiennes been in?

Ralph Fiennes has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Ralph Fiennes been in?

Ralph Fiennes has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Ralph Fiennes's first West End show?

Ralph Fiennes's first West End show was The Tempest which opened in 2011

What awards has Ralph Fiennes been nominated for?

Ralph Fiennes has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Best Actor at the Evening Standard Awards for "Man And Superman," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Faith Healer," Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Richard II" and "Hamlet," Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "Hamlet," and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Hamlet."

What awards has Ralph Fiennes won?

Ralph Fiennes has won several awards for his performances in various plays, including the Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Actor in a Play for "Richard II" and "Hamlet." He also received the Theatre World Award for his performance in "Hamlet" and the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for the same production.

What is Ralph Fiennes next theatre project?

Ralph Fiennes's next show will be Straight Line Crazy which opens on 10/26/2022 on Off-Broadway.

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