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STAGE CREDITS

Edmund Kean
[Broadway]
1983
Edmund Kean
A Midsummer Night's Dream
[Broadway]
1971
Demetrius

Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 1983 - Actor of the Year in a New Play

Ben KingsleyEdmund Kean

Olivier Awards - 1980 - Comedy Performance of the Year

Ben KingsleyThe Merry Wives Of Windsor

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Video: Watch Kristin Chenoweth Perform 'Live Like That' From THE KING OF KINGS Photo
Video: Watch Kristin Chenoweth Perform 'Live Like That' From THE KING OF KINGS
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025

Kristin Chenoweth is starring in a new music video for Live Like That, the end-credits song from the animated film The King of Kings. Check out the song now!
Kristin Chenoweth to Sing New Closing Credit Song for Animated Film THE KING OF KINGS Photo
Kristin Chenoweth to Sing New Closing Credit Song for Animated Film THE KING OF KINGS
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 5, 2025

Kristin Chenoweth will lend her voice to perform “Live Like That,” an original end title song for the upcoming animated feature film, The King of Kings.
WILLIAM TELL Adventure Film Lands U.S. Release Date Photo
WILLIAM TELL Adventure Film Lands U.S. Release Date
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2025

It was previously announced that Samuel Goldwyn Films has acquired North American rights to Nick Hamm’s resistance epic, William Tell. Samuel Goldwyn Films will release the film in U.S. theaters on April 4, 2025.
Video: THE KING OF KINGS Sets Theatrical Release Date; New Trailer Revealed Photo
Video: THE KING OF KINGS Sets Theatrical Release Date; New Trailer Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

Angel Studios has added The King of Kings to its 2025 slate and shared the trailer for the animated movie, which features the voice talent of Kenneth Branagh, Uma Thurman, Pierce Brosnan, Oscar Isaac, Mark Hamill, Forest Whitaker, Ben Kingsley, and Roman Griffin Davis. Watch the trailer now!
Laguna Playhouse Presents DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER Photo
Laguna Playhouse Presents DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2024

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present the hilarious farce, DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER, written by Marc Camoletti, adapted by Robin Hawdon, and directed by Christopher M. Williams (Tartuffe, Holmes & Watson).
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation Launches Legacy Collection, New Historical Video Series Photo
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation Launches Legacy Collection, New Historical Video Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024

The SAG-AFTRA Foundation is launching its Legacy Collection today, offering a comprehensive archive of interviews and materials celebrating the contributions of actors and performers in the entertainment industry. Learn more!
David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, & More Join THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB Photo
David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, & More Join THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2024

David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, Naomi Ackie, Daniel Mays, and Henry Lloyd-Hughes have rounded out the cast for the upcoming British comedy The Thursday Letter Club. The upcoming film from Chris Columbus revolves around a group of retired friends who solve murders for fun in their retirement community. After a murder happens for real, they employ their skills to solve the real crime.
SHŌGUN Co-Creators Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo to Receive Top Honors at the 2024 W Photo
SHŌGUN Co-Creators Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo to Receive Top Honors at the 2024 Writers Conference
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 12, 2024

AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL (AFF) has announced that two awardees to be honored as part of its 31st Festival & Writers Conference happening October 24 – 31, 2024. The Writer’s Writer Award, introduced in 2023, honors a singular talent already recognized within the industry and by their peers, whose latest project has illustrated their versatility across mediums and elevated the trajectory of their career.
Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Mark Hamill Join THE KING OF KINGS Photo
Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Mark Hamill Join THE KING OF KINGS
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2024

More top-tier voice talent has joined the upcoming animated faith-based animated feature The King of Kings. According to reports, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, and Mark Hamill will all play villains in the film, which follows the life of Jesus Christ as told by Charles Dickens to his son Walter.
Playful Productions Will Produce World Premiere Adaptation of THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024

Playful Productions will produce the world premiere play based on Richard Osman’s hugely successful book series The Thursday Murder Club.
Netflix to Release Chris Columbus Film THE THURSDAY LETTER CLUB Photo
Netflix to Release Chris Columbus Film THE THURSDAY LETTER CLUB
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 25, 2024

According to reports, The Thursday Letter Club, the upcoming film from Chris Columbus, has found a distributor. Netflix will partner with Steven Spielberg's company Amblin Entertainment on the film, which stars Dame Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan and Ben Kingsley. Filming will begin in the UK this June and end in September. 
Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan & Ben Kingsley Join Chris Columbus Film THE THURSDAY LET Photo
Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan & Ben Kingsley Join Chris Columbus Film THE THURSDAY LETTER CLUB
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2024

Dame Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan and Ben Kingsley have been cast in the upcoming film from writer/director Chris Columbus, The Thursday Letter Club. The plot revolves around a group of retired friends who solve murders for fun in their retirement community. However, after a murder happens for real, they employ their skills to solve the crime.
Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Emma Stone & More Win Oscars - Full List of Winners! Photo
Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Emma Stone & More Win Oscars - Full List of Winners!
by Michael Major - Mar 10, 2024

The 96th Oscars are currently underway at the Dolby Theatre. Notable nominees include Danielle Brooks, Bradley Cooper, Maestro, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Emily Blunt, Emma Stone, and more. Find out who won as we share LIVE updates below and check back later for the full list of winners.
WICKED Movie Stars Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande to Present at the Oscars Photo
WICKED Movie Stars Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande to Present at the Oscars
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2024

Wicked movie stars Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande will present at the Oscars this year. They join a new slate of presenters that also include Emily Blunt, America Ferrera, Sally Field, Ryan Gosling, Ben Kingsley, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Jessica Lange, Jennifer Lawrence, John Mulaney, and more. Check out the full lineup now!
RSC's New Season to Include OTHELLO, EDWARD II and Works by Sheridan and Hanif Kureis Photo
RSC's New Season to Include OTHELLO, EDWARD II and Works by Sheridan and Hanif Kureishi
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 16, 2024

Newly appointed Co-Artistic Directors of the RSC, Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey have announced their inaugural season for the Company.
CHAPATTI To Be Presented At Scripps Ranch Theatre Featuring Robert May And Grace Dela Photo
CHAPATTI To Be Presented At Scripps Ranch Theatre Featuring Robert May And Grace Delaney
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2024

SRT presents Chapatti, directed by Christopher Williams and featuring Robert May and Grace Delaney. A heartwarming story about rediscovering companionship.
Photos: Jane Curtin Honored At The Players Photo
Photos: Jane Curtin Honored At The Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023

Actress and comedy icon Jane Curtin has joined a century-old tradition by being honored by a capacity crowd at The Players, New York's landmark members club for artists and arts lovers. See photos!
Review: THE NATIONAL YOUTH THEATRE: ADA, Workshop Theatre Photo
Review: THE NATIONAL YOUTH THEATRE: ADA, Workshop Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Dec 6, 2023

Ada tells the story of the neglected pioneer of computing and, if you look a little, also the story of a foundation stone of English Theatre
Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Arrive on Broadway in 2024 Photo
Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Arrive on Broadway in 2024
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 1, 2023

As BroadwayWorld first reported in September, The Heart of Rock and Roll is coming to Broadway! Producers Hunter Arnold, Tyler Mitchell and Kayla Greenspan announced that the new musical inspired by the iconic songs of Huey Lewis and The News, will open on Broadway at The James Earl Jones Theatre.
DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE to Play North Coast Repertory Theatre Beginning This Month Photo
DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE to Play North Coast Repertory Theatre Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 7, 2023

Experience the Halloween spirit with North Coast Repertory Theatre's production of 'DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE,' adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson's novella. Directed by Shana Wride, performances run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 12, 2023.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ben Kingsley been in?

Ben Kingsley has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Ben Kingsley been in?

Ben Kingsley has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ben Kingsley been nominated for?

Actor of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for Edmund Kean and Comedy Performance of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Merry Wives Of Windsor .

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