Hal Holbrook
Birth Place: Cleveland, OH, USA
Latest News on Hal Holbrook:
Todd Waite Will Retire From the Alley Theatre Acting Company (Nov 22, 2024)
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2024 Watch Guide (Mar 30, 2024)
Ronald Rand Will Lead LET IT BE ART! at Greece's Lithographeion Theatre in Patras (Mar 20, 2024)
Todd Waite Will Retire From the Alley Theatre Acting Company (Nov 22, 2024)
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2024 Watch Guide (Mar 30, 2024)
Ronald Rand Will Lead LET IT BE ART! at Greece's Lithographeion Theatre in Patras (Mar 20, 2024)
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1966
Adam [Replacement]
Captain Sanjar [Replacement]
Flip, the Prince, Charming [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1965
Don Quixote (Cervantes) [Replacement]
[Broadway]
The Twentieth Anniversary Production, 1965
The Gentleman Caller [Replacement]
[Broadway]
1964
Quentin (Alternate) [Replacement]
Quentin [Replacement]
Reverend Haley Barnes
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Hal Holbrook, Mark Twain Tonight!
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1959 - Best Performance
Hal HolbrookMark Twain Tonight
winner
Obie Awards - 1959 - Special Citation
Hal HolbrookMark Twain Tonight!
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1959 - Special Citation
Hal HolbrookMark Twain Tonight!
Videos
VIDEO: Cecily Strong and Bowen Yang Perform in a Cabaret at The Duplex on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
by Stephi Wild - 2020-12-06 10:47:50
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for the 4K Restoration of John Carpenter's THE FOG
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-08-09 10:28:18
TV: First Look at TONY Awards Live Viewing Gala - Florence Henderson, Barbara Cook & More!
by Michael Sterling & Jordan Santacana - 2014-06-18 07:05:13
Video Trailer: LINCOLN, Starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Hits Theaters Today
by Movies News Desk - 2012-11-09 00:30:00
STAGE TUBE: Hot Trailer Sneak Peek - LINCOLN Starring Daniel Day-Lewis
by Robert Diamond - 2012-09-10 17:18:46
TV: Matt Rodrigues Inside The Actor's Fund's West Coast Tony Party Honoring Hal Holbrook!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-06-14 14:08:04
STAGE TUBE: Dixie Carter Talks Life & Career; Passes Away at 70
by Robert Diamond - 2010-04-10 22:59:54
News
Todd Waite Will Retire From the Alley Theatre Acting Company
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024
Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced that after 25 years, Todd Waite will retire as a member of the Resident Acting Company. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024
Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced that after 25 years, Todd Waite will retire as a member of the Resident Acting Company. Learn more here!
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2024 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2024
A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2024
A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
Ronald Rand Will Lead LET IT BE ART! at Greece's Lithographeion Theatre in Patras
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024
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.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024
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.
Anne Hearn and Brian Reddy to Star in THE MINUTES at the Springer Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024
The Springer Theatre will present Tracy Letts' The Minutes. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024
The Springer Theatre will present Tracy Letts' The Minutes. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: A Voice for DC Theater and Beyond Says Goodbye.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 29, 2023
If you have been around DC theatre for any length of time, you are very familiar with the writing of Chief Theater Critic for The Washington Post, Peter Marks. He has been the definitive voice of theater for the DMV and beyond for 21 years. On December 31st, Peter Marks’ stunning reign at The Washington Post will come to an end. After almost 30 years reviewing in DC and elsewhere, one of the most important voices in theatrical journalism will be absent from print. That is not a good thing!
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 29, 2023
If you have been around DC theatre for any length of time, you are very familiar with the writing of Chief Theater Critic for The Washington Post, Peter Marks. He has been the definitive voice of theater for the DMV and beyond for 21 years. On December 31st, Peter Marks’ stunning reign at The Washington Post will come to an end. After almost 30 years reviewing in DC and elsewhere, one of the most important voices in theatrical journalism will be absent from print. That is not a good thing!
Review: CHARLOTTESVILLE at Capital Fringe Festival
by David Friscic - Jul 19, 2023
Based on many, many interviews with residents of Charlottesville, court transcripts and news reports, the very timely and relevant show Charlottesville was presented with theatrical integrity and complex layers/themes as part of the 2023 Capital Fringe Festival.
by David Friscic - Jul 19, 2023
Based on many, many interviews with residents of Charlottesville, court transcripts and news reports, the very timely and relevant show Charlottesville was presented with theatrical integrity and complex layers/themes as part of the 2023 Capital Fringe Festival.
World Premiere of Ken Ludwig's MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE is Coming to Cleveland Play House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
Cast Set For Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE At Shakespeare & Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023
Casting has been announced for the Berkshires premiere of Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Shakespeare & Company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023
Casting has been announced for the Berkshires premiere of Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Shakespeare & Company.
LEND ME A TENOR to Close Out International City Theatre 2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2022
International City Theatre will present Lend Me A Tenor, the Tony-nominated screwball comedy by Ken Ludwig that’s guaranteed to leave audiences rolling in the aisles with laughter. The production runs October 21 through November 6.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2022
International City Theatre will present Lend Me A Tenor, the Tony-nominated screwball comedy by Ken Ludwig that’s guaranteed to leave audiences rolling in the aisles with laughter. The production runs October 21 through November 6.
JIMMY AND CAROLYN Sets August 29 South County Film Premiere Date
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2022
”Jimmy and Carolyn”, James Andrew Walsh's new comedy starring two-time Tony nominee and TV/Broadway star Mary Beth Peil (Dawson's Creek, The Good Wife, HALSTON, Broadway's Anastasia) and TV/Broadway star Gregory Harrison (911, Chesapeake Shores, Trapper John M.D.), shot entirely on location in Westerly, Rhode Island, sets its South County Premiere at Bill Hanney's newly renovated All South Coun ty Luxury Cinemas, co-owned with Harold Blank and William Doherty, in Wakefield on Monday, August 29, 2022.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2022
”Jimmy and Carolyn”, James Andrew Walsh's new comedy starring two-time Tony nominee and TV/Broadway star Mary Beth Peil (Dawson's Creek, The Good Wife, HALSTON, Broadway's Anastasia) and TV/Broadway star Gregory Harrison (911, Chesapeake Shores, Trapper John M.D.), shot entirely on location in Westerly, Rhode Island, sets its South County Premiere at Bill Hanney's newly renovated All South Coun ty Luxury Cinemas, co-owned with Harold Blank and William Doherty, in Wakefield on Monday, August 29, 2022.
The Duplex's Cabaret Theater Suffers Mild Damage Following Fire
by Team BWW - Jul 10, 2022
The Duplex, New York City's world famous cabaret and piano bar, recently reopened its cafe and piano bar following a building fire and power outage last weekend. BroadwayWorld has just learned that the venue's cabaret theater 'suffered a little damage,' but the owner hopes for the space to reopen by the end of the month.
by Team BWW - Jul 10, 2022
The Duplex, New York City's world famous cabaret and piano bar, recently reopened its cafe and piano bar following a building fire and power outage last weekend. BroadwayWorld has just learned that the venue's cabaret theater 'suffered a little damage,' but the owner hopes for the space to reopen by the end of the month.
The Duplex Reopens Cafe and Piano Bar Following Fire and Power Outage
by Team BWW - Jul 6, 2022
The Duplex, New York City's world famous cabaret and piano bar, has officially reopened its cafe and piano bar following a building fire and power outage earlier this week. According to a recent Facebook post, the venue's upstairs and cabaret areas remain closed.
by Team BWW - Jul 6, 2022
The Duplex, New York City's world famous cabaret and piano bar, has officially reopened its cafe and piano bar following a building fire and power outage earlier this week. According to a recent Facebook post, the venue's upstairs and cabaret areas remain closed.
PLAZA SUITE Extends Through July 10
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2022
Today, producers of Plaza Suite, the hit comedy by Neil Simon starring two-time Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick and two-time Emmy Award winner Sarah Jessica Parker directed by Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey, announced a third extension due to overwhelming demand.
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2022
Today, producers of Plaza Suite, the hit comedy by Neil Simon starring two-time Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick and two-time Emmy Award winner Sarah Jessica Parker directed by Tony Award winner John Benjamin Hickey, announced a third extension due to overwhelming demand.
Hugo Armstrong, Anne Gee Byrd & More to Star in UNCLE VANYA at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2022
Pasadena Playhouse has announced casting and creative team for the Los Angeles premiere of the Richard Nelson, Richard Pevear, and Larissa Volokhonsky translation of Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov coming to the Playhouse June 1 through June 26; the press opening is Sunday, June 5 at 5 p.m.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2022
Pasadena Playhouse has announced casting and creative team for the Los Angeles premiere of the Richard Nelson, Richard Pevear, and Larissa Volokhonsky translation of Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov coming to the Playhouse June 1 through June 26; the press opening is Sunday, June 5 at 5 p.m.
The Lambs to Host A Discussion Of the Play CONSTELLATIONS This Week
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2022
Constellations: Fate, Love, and the Power of Theatre. The Lambs hosts a discussion of the play 'Constellations' by Nick Payne, the Tony nominated Broadway romantic comedy. A revival of the show will run from April 6 through April 24 at The Gene Frankel Theatre (24 Bond Street, New York NY 10012).
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2022
Constellations: Fate, Love, and the Power of Theatre. The Lambs hosts a discussion of the play 'Constellations' by Nick Payne, the Tony nominated Broadway romantic comedy. A revival of the show will run from April 6 through April 24 at The Gene Frankel Theatre (24 Bond Street, New York NY 10012).
BWW Interview: Roger Guenveur Smith of OTTO FRANK at Campo Santo & Magic Theatre Explores the Enduring Relevance of the Holocaust Survivor
by Jim Munson - Mar 10, 2022
BroadwayWorld talks to Obie, Peabody and Bessie Award winning actor and writer Roger Guenveur Smith about 'Otto Frank' his new solo piece running as a Campo Santo production at the Magic Theatre in San Francisco. Guenveur Smith finds enduring relevance in the story of the Holocaust survivor.
by Jim Munson - Mar 10, 2022
BroadwayWorld talks to Obie, Peabody and Bessie Award winning actor and writer Roger Guenveur Smith about 'Otto Frank' his new solo piece running as a Campo Santo production at the Magic Theatre in San Francisco. Guenveur Smith finds enduring relevance in the story of the Holocaust survivor.
PLAZA SUITE on Broadway Announces TodayTix Mobile Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2022
Find out how to get tickets and the TodayTix mobile lottery policy for the highly anticipated production of Neil Simon’s comedy Plaza Suite.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2022
Find out how to get tickets and the TodayTix mobile lottery policy for the highly anticipated production of Neil Simon’s comedy Plaza Suite.
Broadway Producer Leonard Soloway Passes Away
by Gigi Gervais - Dec 12, 2021
The Broadway League sadly just announced the passing of Leonard Soloway. Soloway was a 3-time Tony Award winning Producer, General Manager, and Company Manager on Broadway from 1961-2011.
by Gigi Gervais - Dec 12, 2021
The Broadway League sadly just announced the passing of Leonard Soloway. Soloway was a 3-time Tony Award winning Producer, General Manager, and Company Manager on Broadway from 1961-2011.
Ronald Rand Stars in LET IT BE ART! At Greece's International Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2021
Goodwill Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand, during his 20th year touring around the world to 25 countries will perform at the Theatre of Changes' 17th International Festival of Making Theater in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman, 'the Elder Statesman of the American Theatre,' on August 2nd at Theatre of Change, 19a Tritus Septemuriou Street in Athens, Greece.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2021
Goodwill Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand, during his 20th year touring around the world to 25 countries will perform at the Theatre of Changes' 17th International Festival of Making Theater in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman, 'the Elder Statesman of the American Theatre,' on August 2nd at Theatre of Change, 19a Tritus Septemuriou Street in Athens, Greece.
The Royal Alexandra Theatre to Dim Lights in Honor of Actor Hal Holbrook
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2021
Hal Holbrook, the stage and film actor who is best known for playing Mark Twain in a solo stage production, died on January 23 at his home in Beverly Hills, Calif. He was 95.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2021
Hal Holbrook, the stage and film actor who is best known for playing Mark Twain in a solo stage production, died on January 23 at his home in Beverly Hills, Calif. He was 95.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Hal Holbrook been in?
Hal Holbrook has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
How many West End shows has Hal Holbrook been in?
Hal Holbrook has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Hal Holbrook been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight!, Best Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight! and Special Citation (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight!.
What awards has Hal Holbrook won?
Hal Holbrook has won several awards, including: - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight! - Best Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight - Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight! - Special Citation (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight!
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