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Harriet Walter

Birth Place: ENGLAND

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BIO

Dame Harriet Mary Walter DBE is a British actress. She has received a Laurence Olivier Award as well as numerous nominations including for a Tony Award, three Primetime Emmy Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. In 2011, she was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire for services to drama.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
St. Ann's Warehouse and Donmar Warehouse Off-Broadway Revival, 2015
King Henry

[West End]
West End, 2015
Linda [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Elizabeth

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Biddy

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1983
Helena


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Harriet WalterThe Tempest

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Harriet Walter, Julius Caesar

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Harriet Walter , Mary Stuart

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Harriet Walter, Mary Stuart

Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Actress

Harriet WalterMary Stuart

Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Actress

Harriet WalterLife x 3

Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Actress - Play

Harriet Walter, Three Birds Alighting on a Field


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Olivier Awards - 1988 - Actress of the Year in a Revival

Harriet WalterTwelfth Nigh


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Olivier Awards - 1988 - Actress of the Year in a Revival

Harriet WalterThree Sisters


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Olivier Awards - 1988 - Actress of the Year in a Revival

Harriet WalterBarbican


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Olivier Awards - 1988 - Actress of the Year in a Revival

Harriet WalterA Question Of Geography

Olivier Awards - 1985 - Actress of the Year

Harriet WalterThe Castle

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News


HARRIET WALTER & FRIENDS Comes to the Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Dame Harriet Walter, DBE, will be joined by a remarkable group of actresses to perform a theatrical adaptation of her book, She Speaks! What Shakespeare’s Women Might Have Said, published recently by Virago. 
Video: SILO Season 2 Finale Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the season two finale “Silo.' In the season finale, the rebels make their move—and so does Juliette. Watch the sneak peek now to get your first look at how the explosive season ends!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: Apple TV+ Shares SILO Episode 6 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode six of “Silo” season two, the gripping global hit drama based on Hugh Howey’s New York Times bestselling trilogy of dystopian novels. Watch it now!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards; BURLESQUE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
SILO Renewed at Apple TV+ for Third and Fourth Seasons
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 16, 2024

Following the acclaimed second season premiere of “Silo,” Apple TV+ has announced that the global hit, world-building drama has been renewed through season four.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 10, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: Apple TV+ Shares SILO Episode 5 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode five of “Silo” season two, the gripping global hit drama based on Hugh Howey’s New York Times bestselling trilogy of dystopian novels. Watch it now!
Video: Apple TV+ Shares SILO Season 2 Episode 4 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode four of “Silo” season two, the gripping global hit drama based on Hugh Howey’s New York Times bestselling trilogy of dystopian novels. Watch it here!
Video: Apple TV+ Shares SILO Episode 3 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the third episode of “Silo” season two, the gripping global hit drama. In Episode 203, Bernard turns to Judge Meadows for help. Billings begins to wonder if he’s being lied to. Juliette finally meets the man in the vault. Watch the preview clip now!
Video: Apple TV+ Shares SILO Episode 2 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 18, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode two of “Silo” season two, the gripping global hit drama based on Hugh Howey’s New York Times bestselling trilogy of dystopian novels. Watch it now!
Video: Apple TV+ Shares Opening Scene of SILO Season Two
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 11, 2024

Apple TV+ has shared the first five minutes of the season two premiere of “Silo,” the world-building global hit drama based on Hugh Howey’s New York Times bestselling trilogy of dystopian novels. In the episode, Juliette finds sanctuary in a silo long ago destroyed by war, thinking she’s alone. Watch the clip!
St. Ann’s Warehouse Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Five Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2024

St. Ann’s Warehouse has revealed programming for its 2024-25 season, a robust lineup of five new shows that mirror its vital presence in the international performing arts firmament. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Apple TV+ Unveils Trailer for Second Season of Hit Drama SILO
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 14, 2024

Apple TV+ has revealed the trailer for the second season of “Silo,” the global hit, world-building, global hit drama based on Hugh Howey’s New York Times bestselling trilogy of dystopian novels. Watch it now!
Wilton's Music Hall Reveals Spring 2025 Season With Mark Lockyer, Harriet Walter, Harry Hill, and More
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024

Wilton's Music Hall has announced its Spring 2025 season, presenting a diverse and dynamic range of performances that continue to celebrate the rich artistic heritage of this historic venue.
Netflix Unveils Star-Studded Cast of BLACK MIRROR Season 7
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2024

Netflix has announced the lead cast members of Black Mirror Season 7. The series is currently filming and will be returning to Netflix in 2025.
Further Performances Added For WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT at @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

Further performances announced for WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Nassim Soleimanpour. The award-winning international hit continues to captivate audiences with its unique theatrical experience.
Apple TV+ Series SILO Returning for Season Two in November
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 29, 2024

Apple TV+ has announced that its acclaimed global hit, world-building drama “Silo” will return for its second season on Friday, November 15, and that Steve Zahn (“White Lotus”), will join the cast for season two.
YUNGBLUD Unveils Poignant New Single 'Breakdown'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2024

Internationally acclaimed artist and musician YUNGBLUD has shared his latest single 'Breakdown.' Some of his most vulnerable and honest output to date, 'Breakdown' was originally written by YUNGBLUD as a poem during a difficult time for the young artist.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Harriet Walter been in?

Harriet Walter has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Harriet Walter been in?

Harriet Walter has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Harriet Walter's first West End show?

Harriet Walter's first West End show was Death of a Salesman which opened in 2015

What awards has Harriet Walter been nominated for?

Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Tempest, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Julius Caesar, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Stuart, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mary Stuart, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Mary Stuart, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Life x 3, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Three Birds Alighting on a Field, Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for Twelfth Nigh, Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for Three Sisters, Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for Barbican, Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for A Question Of Geography and Actress of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Castle.

What awards has Harriet Walter won?

Harriet Walter has won the following awards: Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for Twelfth Night, Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for Three Sisters, Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for Barbican, and Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for A Question of Geography.

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