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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
London Production, 2022
Moonface Martin

[West End]
Original London Production, 1993
Performer

[West End]
West End Transfer, 1983
Jim Lancaster

[London Fringe]
London Fringe Revival, 1983
Jim

[London Fringe]
London Revival, 1980
Joey


Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Actor In A Musical

Denis Lawson, La Cage Aux Folles


winner
Olivier Awards - 1983 - Actor of the Year in a Musical

Denis LawsonMr Cinders

Olivier Awards - 1980 - Actor of the Year in a Musical

Denis Lawson, Pal Joey

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CONTEST: Win Two Tickets to Kerry Ellis Live at London Adelphi

To celebrate the release of Kerry Ellis’ brand new single, Kings & Queens, BroadwayWorld is giving you the chance to win one of three pairs of tickets to her live concert at the London Adelphi on 16 May.
Listen: Kerry Ellis Releases New Single 'Kings & Queens'

Singer and stage star Kerry Ellis has released Kings & Queens, a stunning anthem recorded in celebration of the monarch's impending coronation, and dedicated to King Charles III himself. The track is taken from Kerry's upcoming album of the same name, out on 12 May, which is available to pre-order now via Westway Music, and will be performed in full for the very first time at the London Adelphi on 16 May. 
Listen: Kerry Ellis Releases New Single 'I Will Find You'

The West End’s favourite leading lady, Kerry Ellis, has released I Will Find You, the second single taken from her upcoming studio album Kings & Queens. Ellies has been seen on both West End and Broadway, including Les Misérables, Wicked, Oliver! And Cats. Most recently, Kerry starred as Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes.
Kerry Ellis Releases New Single 'Battlefield' With Brian May

Hailed as the West End’s favourite leading Lady, Kerry was catapulted to fame in 2002 when she landed the role of Meat in the original London cast of We Will Rock You. She has gone onto star in a range of acclaimed productions on both Westend and Broadway, including Les Misérables, Wicked, Oliver! And Cats.
Kerry Ellis Releases New Single 'Battlefield', featuring Sir Brian May

The supremely talented Kerry Ellis has released Battlefield, the first single taken from her upcoming album Kings & Queens, out on 12 May. Featuring the legendary Sir Brian May on guitar, the track is available to stream and download now, while the album can be pre-ordered via Westway Music.
Kerry Ellis Will Release New Album 'Kings & Queens' on 12 May

The supremely talented singer, songwriter and actress Kerry Ellis has announced the release of her 4th studio album, Kings & Queens, out on Westway Music on 12 May 2023.
THE SEAGULL Leads July's Top 10 New London Shows

July continues a fantastic summer of theatre in London. From Emilia Clarke's West End debut in Jamie Lloyd's version of Chekhov's The Seagull to Anything Goes returning to The Barbican, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, interviews and features!
Save Up To 56% On Tickets For ANYTHING GOES

Get tickets from just £20 for the smash-hit Anything Goes! The sold-out musical sensation, Anything Goes returns to the Barbican by popular demand. The ‘musical equivalent of sipping one glass of champagne after another’ returns for a limited 7 week season.
Where To See Some Of The Best Summer Theatre And Performances

Summer has well and truly arrived! With it brings a host of fantastic entertainment, with intriguing plays, fabulous music and must-see performances. Here's our guide to the highlights of the season.
BWW Review: ANYTHING GOES, Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Starring Multi-Award Winner Kerry Ellis (Wicked/We Will Rock You) as Reno Sweeney and Olivier Award Winner Denis Lawson (Bleak House/Star Wars) as Moonface Martin. Joining them is Oliver Award Winner Simon Callow (Art/Death in Paradise) as Elisha Whitney and Musical Theatre Royalty Bonnie Langford (EastEnders/9 to 5) as Evangeline Harcourt. Read our critic's review.
Save 55% On Tickets To ANYTHING GOES

The sold-out musical sensation Anything Goes returns to the Barbican by popular demand. The ‘musical equivalent of sipping one glass of champagne after another’ returns for a limited 7 week season.
Photos: First Look at the UK Tour of ANYTHING GOES, Starring Kerry Ellis

All new production photos have been released for the UK Tour of Anything Goes, starring Kerry Ellis!
VIDEO: Kerry Ellis Performs ANYTHING GOES Ahead of UK Tour

An all new video has been released of Kerry Ellis performing the title song from 'Anything Goes' which has just extended its booking at the Barbican!
Book Exclusively Priced Tickets Now For ANYTHING GOES

The sold-out musical sensation ANYTHING GOES returns to the Barbican by popular demand. The ‘musical equivalent of sipping one glass of champagne after another’ returns for a limited 7 week season.
Book London Theatre Week Tickets Now For ANYTHING GOES

The sold-out five-star musical sensation ANYTHING GOES returns to the Barbican by popular demand from July 2022 for a strictly limited season.
BWW Review: THE FIRM, Hampstead Theatre

For all its bravado and comedy, Roy Williams' The Firm is a potent piece about masculinity. Set in an attractive south London pub, four friends have gathered to celebrate the release of their friend Shaun, who has spent the past 12 years in prison. But as the evening continues, an unexpected guest and copious amounts of alcohol prompt revelations about all of those gathered.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE FIRM

In a pub in South London 'The Firm' reunite for the first time in twelve years. Once they were a notorious criminal gang. Today, they're older, wiser and wistful - their lives changed beyond recognition.
BWW Interview: BETSY BITTAR DIRECTS 'ART'

The musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a 1979 thriller featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. The musical is based on a 1973 play of the same name by Christopher Bond. Sweeney Todd opened on Broadway in 1979 and won the Tony Award for Best MusicalThe Broadway production starred Len Cariou and Angela Lansbury, both of whom won Tony Awards for originating the roles of Sweeney and Mrs. Lovett.
BWW Review: ART, Richmond Theatre

In 1998, French playwright Yasmina Reza was slightly bemused to win an Olivier Award for Best Comedy with her play ART. Her intention was to write a biting satire, tinged with tragedy, but British audiences have consistently failed to see the play as a tragedy, appreciating the play as a hilarious and sharp parody where, although art is the subject of the play, the heart of it is friendship.
Hampstead Theatre Announces Its Next Two Productions, JUDE and THE FIRM

Hampstead Theatre has announced its next two productions and full casting for Wilderness.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Denis Lawson been in?

Denis Lawson has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Denis Lawson been in?

Denis Lawson has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Denis Lawson's first West End show?

Denis Lawson's first West End show was Mr. Cinders which opened in 1983

What awards has Denis Lawson been nominated for?

Best Actor In A Musical (Olivier Awards) for La Cage Aux Folles, Actor of the Year in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Mr Cinders and Actor of the Year in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Pal Joey.

What awards has Denis Lawson won?

Denis Lawson won the Actor of the Year in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for his performance in Mr Cinders.

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