Alec Guinness
Date of Death: August 05, 2000 (86)
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
Latest News on Alec Guinness:
Review: FARM HALL, Theatre Royal Haymarket (Aug 14, 2024)
Video: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (May 21, 2024)
Video: Inside Rehearsals For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (May 7, 2024)
Review: FARM HALL, Theatre Royal Haymarket (Aug 14, 2024)
Video: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (May 21, 2024)
Video: Inside Rehearsals For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (May 7, 2024)
STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Actor of the Year in a New Play
Alec GuinnessA Walk In The Woods
winner
Olivier Awards - 1988 - The Society's Special Award
Sir Alec Guinness
Olivier Awards - 1977 - Actor of the Year in a New Play
Alec GuinnessThe Old Country
winner
Drama League Awards - 1964 - Distinguished Performance Award
Sir Alec Guinness
winner
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Alec Guinness, Dylan
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1960 - Best Actor
Alec GuinnessRoss
Videos
Video: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2024
Video: Inside Rehearsals For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Joshua Wright - May 7, 2024
Video: Go Inside The First Rehearsal for A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Joshua Wright - Apr 26, 2024
VIDEO: Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell Reunite On RAGTIME Duet
by Alan Henry - Jan 25, 2019
News
Review: FARM HALL, Theatre Royal Haymarket
Katherine Hoar's debut play makes a seamless and well-deserved transition to a major West End venue to challenge and intrigue a public who have enjoyed Oppenheimer at the cinema
Katherine Hoar's debut play makes a seamless and well-deserved transition to a major West End venue to challenge and intrigue a public who have enjoyed Oppenheimer at the cinema
Video: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Get a first look at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER - now on stage through June 9th.
Get a first look at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER - now on stage through June 9th.
Video: Inside Rehearsals For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Go inside rehearsals for The Shakespeare Theatre's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER!
Go inside rehearsals for The Shakespeare Theatre's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER!
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Arizona Broadway Theatre
A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER is that rarity – a new musical with a score inspired by a theatrical style of the past that will forever remain timeless. And it’s so much fun. At Arizona Broadway Theatre.
A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER is that rarity – a new musical with a score inspired by a theatrical style of the past that will forever remain timeless. And it’s so much fun. At Arizona Broadway Theatre.
Video: Go Inside The First Rehearsal for A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Go inside the first day of rehearsals for The Shakespeare Theatre's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER! Filled with unforgettable music and non-stop laughs, Robert L. Freedman and Steven Lutvak's 2014 Tony Award-winning Best Musical is based on the 1907 novel The Autobiography of a Criminal and the 1949 film Kind Hearts and Coronets, starring Sir Alec Guinness.
Go inside the first day of rehearsals for The Shakespeare Theatre's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER! Filled with unforgettable music and non-stop laughs, Robert L. Freedman and Steven Lutvak's 2014 Tony Award-winning Best Musical is based on the 1907 novel The Autobiography of a Criminal and the 1949 film Kind Hearts and Coronets, starring Sir Alec Guinness.
THE LAVENDER HILL MOB New 4K Restoration Opens at Film Forum in May
Charles Crichton's THE LAVENDER HILL MOB (1951), a classic heist comedy starring Alec Guinness, will run in a new 4K restoration at Film Forum from Friday, May 10 through Thursday, May 16.
Charles Crichton's THE LAVENDER HILL MOB (1951), a classic heist comedy starring Alec Guinness, will run in a new 4K restoration at Film Forum from Friday, May 10 through Thursday, May 16.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Reveals 2024 Season
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has announced its 2024 season, which features a funny musical comedy, the return of one of England's most-cherished novelists, and a Shakespeare masterwork not seen in the subscription series in 20 years.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has announced its 2024 season, which features a funny musical comedy, the return of one of England's most-cherished novelists, and a Shakespeare masterwork not seen in the subscription series in 20 years.
STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE IN CONCERT Comes to Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Next Week
Join the FILMharmonic Orchestra for a live-to-film performance of Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert! Performances are on February 15th and 16th, 2024, at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Join the FILMharmonic Orchestra for a live-to-film performance of Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert! Performances are on February 15th and 16th, 2024, at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Previews: CINEMA ON ICE at Palm Springs Cultural Center
Deserted Films returns to the Historic Camelot Theatre (at the Palm Springs Cultural Center) Jan 21 - Feb 25 for a fun, winter-themed film series on the big screen culminating in a special screening of Dr. Zhivago (1965)… the first film to screen at the Camelot when it opened!
Deserted Films returns to the Historic Camelot Theatre (at the Palm Springs Cultural Center) Jan 21 - Feb 25 for a fun, winter-themed film series on the big screen culminating in a special screening of Dr. Zhivago (1965)… the first film to screen at the Camelot when it opened!
Sarasota Orchestra Performs STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE IN CONCERT in October
Sarasota Orchestra will present Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert featuring a screening of the complete film with Oscar-winning composer John Williams’ musical score performed live to film. The concert will be led by conductor Susie Seiter. Learn more about the concert and find out how to get tickets here!
Sarasota Orchestra will present Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert featuring a screening of the complete film with Oscar-winning composer John Williams’ musical score performed live to film. The concert will be led by conductor Susie Seiter. Learn more about the concert and find out how to get tickets here!
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Star Wars: A New Hope, Film Live With Orchestra
On May 4 at 10am, The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) opens ticket sales to the general public for Star Wars: A New Hope, Film Live With Orchestra.
On May 4 at 10am, The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) opens ticket sales to the general public for Star Wars: A New Hope, Film Live With Orchestra.
Casting Revealed For YOURS UNFAITHFULLY At Jermyn Street Theatre
Jermyn Street Theatre has announced the full cast of the world premiere production of Miles Matheson's 1933 comedy Yours Unfaithfully.
Jermyn Street Theatre has announced the full cast of the world premiere production of Miles Matheson's 1933 comedy Yours Unfaithfully.
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra STAR WARS Goes on Sale May The Fourth
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) will put tickets on sale to the general public on May 4th for Star Wars: A New Hope, Film Live With Orchestra at Rochester's Auditorium Theatre (885 E. Main St.) on January 3, 2024, at 7:30 PM.
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) will put tickets on sale to the general public on May 4th for Star Wars: A New Hope, Film Live With Orchestra at Rochester's Auditorium Theatre (885 E. Main St.) on January 3, 2024, at 7:30 PM.
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Horace High School Theatre
What did our critic think of A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Horace High School Theatre?
What did our critic think of A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Horace High School Theatre?
Feature: New Jersey Editor Marina Kennedy's Top 10 Picks for 2023
The Garden State has proven that great theatre shines bright from north to south. We are looking forward to bringing you all the news of productions that promise to please in 2023. Check out ten of our picks and be sure to look for some of your own!
The Garden State has proven that great theatre shines bright from north to south. We are looking forward to bringing you all the news of productions that promise to please in 2023. Check out ten of our picks and be sure to look for some of your own!
THE LAVENDER HILL MOB to Kick Off 2023 Leg of UK Tour at the Chichester Festival Theatre
Comedy duo Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards will continue their comedy caper in 2023! The critically acclaimed world premiere stage adaptation of the classic Ealing Comedy, The Lavender Hill Mob will kick off the 2023 leg of its UK tour at the Chichester Festival Theatre on 10 January.
Comedy duo Miles Jupp and Justin Edwards will continue their comedy caper in 2023! The critically acclaimed world premiere stage adaptation of the classic Ealing Comedy, The Lavender Hill Mob will kick off the 2023 leg of its UK tour at the Chichester Festival Theatre on 10 January.
Interview: Jenny O'Hara's Always Making LITTLE THEATRE Big
Rogue Machine has world premiered Justin Tanner’s latest comedy Little Theatre at the Matrix. Lisa James directs the cast of: Ryan Brophy, Zachary Grant and Jenny O’Hara. Jenny made some time between rehearsals and shooting to answer a few of my queries.
Rogue Machine has world premiered Justin Tanner’s latest comedy Little Theatre at the Matrix. Lisa James directs the cast of: Ryan Brophy, Zachary Grant and Jenny O’Hara. Jenny made some time between rehearsals and shooting to answer a few of my queries.
New Stage Adaptation Of THE LAVENDER HILL MOB Opens In Brighton Next Week
The Lavender Hill Mob based on the screenplay by T.E.B. Clarke, adapted for the stage by Phil Porter opens in Brighton next week.
The Lavender Hill Mob based on the screenplay by T.E.B. Clarke, adapted for the stage by Phil Porter opens in Brighton next week.
Photos: First Look At The UK Tour of THE LAVENDER HILL MOB
See photos of the the UK tour of the classic Ealing Comedy, The Lavender Hill Mob, based on the screenplay by T.E.B. Clarke, adapted for the stage by Phil Porter.
See photos of the the UK tour of the classic Ealing Comedy, The Lavender Hill Mob, based on the screenplay by T.E.B. Clarke, adapted for the stage by Phil Porter.
Full Cast Announced for THE LAVENDER HILL MOB UK Tour
Full casting is announced for the UK tour of The Lavender Hill Mob, based on the screenplay by T.E.B. Clarke, adapted for the stage by Phil Porter. New cast members include Victoria Blunt (Audrey), Guy Burgess (Farrow), Aamira Challenger (Fernanda), Tessa Churchard (Lady Agnes), John Dougall (Sir Horace) and Tim Sutton (Sammy).
Full casting is announced for the UK tour of The Lavender Hill Mob, based on the screenplay by T.E.B. Clarke, adapted for the stage by Phil Porter. New cast members include Victoria Blunt (Audrey), Guy Burgess (Farrow), Aamira Challenger (Fernanda), Tessa Churchard (Lady Agnes), John Dougall (Sir Horace) and Tim Sutton (Sammy).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Alec Guinness been in?
Alec Guinness has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Alec Guinness been in?
Alec Guinness has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Alec Guinness been nominated for?
Actor of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for A Walk In The Woods , The Society's Special Award (Olivier Awards) , Actor of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for The Old Country , Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Dylan and Best Actor (Evening Standard Awards) for Ross .
What awards has Alec Guinness won?
Alec Guinness has won several awards throughout his career. He received The Society's Special Award at the Olivier Awards, the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards, and the Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for his role in "Dylan." He also won the Best Actor award at the Evening Standard Awards for his performance in "Ross."
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