Ian McDiarmid
Birth Place: Carnoustie, SCOTLAND
Latest News on Ian McDiarmid:
Nottingham Playhouse, Bristol Old Vic, and More Nominated For UK Theatre Awards 2024; Full List! (Sep 26, 2024)
The T.S. Eliot Lecture 2024 Will Feature Ralph Fiennes (Sep 26, 2024)
Michael Grandage Will Direct Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans in the World Première of BACKSTAIRS BILLY (Jul 5, 2023)
Nottingham Playhouse, Bristol Old Vic, and More Nominated For UK Theatre Awards 2024; Full List! (Sep 26, 2024)
The T.S. Eliot Lecture 2024 Will Feature Ralph Fiennes (Sep 26, 2024)
Michael Grandage Will Direct Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans in the World Première of BACKSTAIRS BILLY (Jul 5, 2023)
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
The Likely Lads
[ 1976 ] Vicar
[ 1976 ] Vicar
Richard's Things
[ 1980 ] Burglar
[ 1980 ] Burglar
The Awakening
[ 1980 ] Dr. Richter
[ 1980 ] Dr. Richter
Sir Henry at Rawlinson End
[ 1980 ] Reg Smeeton
[ 1980 ] Reg Smeeton
Dragonslayer
[ 1981 ] Brother Jacopus
[ 1981 ] Brother Jacopus
Gorky Park
[ 1983 ] Professor Andreev
[ 1983 ] Professor Andreev
Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi
[ 1983 ] The Emperor
[ 1983 ] The Emperor
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
[ 1988 ] Arthur
[ 1988 ] Arthur
Restoration
[ 1995 ] Ambrose
[ 1995 ] Ambrose
Sleepy Hollow
[ 1999 ] Doctor Lancter
[ 1999 ] Doctor Lancter
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
[ 1999 ] Senator Palpatine
[ 1999 ] Senator Palpatine
Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones
[ 2002 ] Supreme Chancellor Palpatine
[ 2002 ] Supreme Chancellor Palpatine
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
[ 2005 ] Supreme Chancellor Palpatine
[ 2005 ] Supreme Chancellor Palpatine
The Lost City of Z
[ 2016 ] Sir George Goldie
[ 2016 ] Sir George Goldie
Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker
[ 2019 ] Emperor Palpatine
[ 2019 ] Emperor Palpatine
TV Shows
Britannia
King Pellenor
King Pellenor
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Ian McDiarmid, Faith Healer
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2006 - Performance
Ian McDiarmid, Faith Dealer
winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Ian McDiarmid, Faith Healer
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1998 - Theatrical Achievement
Ian McDiarmid
Olivier Awards - 1983 - Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role
Ian McDiarmidTales From Hollywood
winner
Olivier Awards - 1982 - Actor of the Year in a New Play
Ian McDiarmidInsignificance
Videos
VIDEO: Listen to the Song Lin-Manuel Miranda Created for STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 22, 2020
TV: Ian McDiarmid in Chicago Shakespeare Theater's TIMON OF ATHENS - Show Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - May 11, 2012
News
Nottingham Playhouse, Bristol Old Vic, and More Nominated For UK Theatre Awards 2024; Full List!
The nominees for this year's UK Theatre Awards have been announced. The UK Theatre Awards celebrate the very best of theatre across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Check out the full list of nominees here!
The nominees for this year's UK Theatre Awards have been announced. The UK Theatre Awards celebrate the very best of theatre across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Check out the full list of nominees here!
The T.S. Eliot Lecture 2024 Will Feature Ralph Fiennes
The ninth annual T.S. Eliot Lecture on December 15th at 6pm will feature Ralph Fiennes reading and then discussing his relationship with T.S. Eliot’s poem Four Quartets, marking the 80th anniversary of its first publication as a single volume in 1944.
The ninth annual T.S. Eliot Lecture on December 15th at 6pm will feature Ralph Fiennes reading and then discussing his relationship with T.S. Eliot’s poem Four Quartets, marking the 80th anniversary of its first publication as a single volume in 1944.
Michael Grandage Will Direct Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans in the World Première of BACKSTAIRS BILLY
The world première of Marcelo Dos Santos' new play Backstairs Billy looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon.
The world première of Marcelo Dos Santos' new play Backstairs Billy looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon.
Full Cast Announced For ORLANDO at the Garrick Theatre
The full company has been announced for Orlando – joining Emma Corrin, in the title role, are Deborah Findlay (Mrs Grimsditch), Jessica Alade (Virginia, Drunken Tory), Debra Baker (Virginia, Favilla, The Captain), Akuc Bol (Virginia, Euphrosyne, Prue), Lucy Briers (Virginia, Queen Elizabeth, Officer), Richard Cant (Virginia, Harriet, Kitty), Melissa Lowe (Virginia, Drunken Tory), Jodie McNee (Virginia, Marmaduke), Oliver Wickham (Virginia, Clorinda), and Millicent Wong (Virginia, Sasha, Nell).
The full company has been announced for Orlando – joining Emma Corrin, in the title role, are Deborah Findlay (Mrs Grimsditch), Jessica Alade (Virginia, Drunken Tory), Debra Baker (Virginia, Favilla, The Captain), Akuc Bol (Virginia, Euphrosyne, Prue), Lucy Briers (Virginia, Queen Elizabeth, Officer), Richard Cant (Virginia, Harriet, Kitty), Melissa Lowe (Virginia, Drunken Tory), Jodie McNee (Virginia, Marmaduke), Oliver Wickham (Virginia, Clorinda), and Millicent Wong (Virginia, Sasha, Nell).
Dates and Venue Announced for ORLANDO Starring Emma Corrin
The Michael Grandage Company announced that their production of Orlando opens at the Garrick Theatre on 5 December 2022, with previews from 25 November, and runs until 25 February 2023.
The Michael Grandage Company announced that their production of Orlando opens at the Garrick Theatre on 5 December 2022, with previews from 25 November, and runs until 25 February 2023.
Michael Grandage Will Direct Emma Corrin in Neil Bartlett's New Version of Virginia Woolf's Novel ORLANDO
The Michael Grandage Company has announced that Emma Corrin will return to the London stage as the title role in Orlando, from the novel by Virginia Woolf in a new version by Neil Bartlett. Michael Grandage directs, reuniting him with Corrin, following their recent collaboration on the feature film My Policeman for Amazon.
The Michael Grandage Company has announced that Emma Corrin will return to the London stage as the title role in Orlando, from the novel by Virginia Woolf in a new version by Neil Bartlett. Michael Grandage directs, reuniting him with Corrin, following their recent collaboration on the feature film My Policeman for Amazon.
BWW Exclusive: A History of ANNIE on Broadway and Beyond
Tonight, NBC will air its sixth live musical production. Following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music, Peter Pan, The Wiz, Hairspray, and Jesus Christ Superstar, the peacock network will be presenting Annie. Based on Harold Gray's comic strip titled Little Orphan Annie, this musical tells the story of a little orphan with equal measures of pluck and positivity who charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in New York City in the year 1933.
Tonight, NBC will air its sixth live musical production. Following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music, Peter Pan, The Wiz, Hairspray, and Jesus Christ Superstar, the peacock network will be presenting Annie. Based on Harold Gray's comic strip titled Little Orphan Annie, this musical tells the story of a little orphan with equal measures of pluck and positivity who charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in New York City in the year 1933.
Belinda Lang to Direct THE CHILDREN at Salisbury Playhouse
With the UK tour of the world première of Julian Barnes’ The Lemon Table starring Ian McDiarmid and directed by Michael Grandage recently finished, Wiltshire Creative today announced that Belinda Lang will direct a new production of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children at Salisbury Playhouse in April 2022.
With the UK tour of the world première of Julian Barnes’ The Lemon Table starring Ian McDiarmid and directed by Michael Grandage recently finished, Wiltshire Creative today announced that Belinda Lang will direct a new production of Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children at Salisbury Playhouse in April 2022.
Guest Blog: Madeleine Worrall on THE TEMPEST on BBC Radio 3
I don’t know why I’m starting this article with an admission that I had never really been ‘that into Shakespeare’. It is the sort of casual assertion which leaves a ghostly trail of incredulous disappointment upon the face of the poor actor you have annointed your confessor - they will never really respect you again.
I don’t know why I’m starting this article with an admission that I had never really been ‘that into Shakespeare’. It is the sort of casual assertion which leaves a ghostly trail of incredulous disappointment upon the face of the poor actor you have annointed your confessor - they will never really respect you again.
BWW Review: THE LEMON TABLE, Salisbury Playhouse
When Booker Prize-winner Julian Barnes saw The Lemon Table early in its world premiere run, he gave his seal of approval to the adaptation of his short stories. A fine accolade for adaptor and star Ian McDiarmid, best known for his role as Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars films, Olivier and Tony award-winning performances, and 12 years as the Almeida Theatre’s artistic director.
When Booker Prize-winner Julian Barnes saw The Lemon Table early in its world premiere run, he gave his seal of approval to the adaptation of his short stories. A fine accolade for adaptor and star Ian McDiarmid, best known for his role as Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars films, Olivier and Tony award-winning performances, and 12 years as the Almeida Theatre’s artistic director.
Wiltshire Creative Announces Spring 2022 At Salisbury Playhouse And Salisbury Arts Centre
Following the re-opening of Salisbury Playhouse with John Godber's September in the Rain, and Ian McDiarmid and Michael Grandage in rehearsals for the world première of Julian Barnes' The Lemon Table, Artistic Director Gareth Machin and Executive Director Sebastian Warrack today announce the Spring 2022 season at Wiltshire Creative.
Following the re-opening of Salisbury Playhouse with John Godber's September in the Rain, and Ian McDiarmid and Michael Grandage in rehearsals for the world première of Julian Barnes' The Lemon Table, Artistic Director Gareth Machin and Executive Director Sebastian Warrack today announce the Spring 2022 season at Wiltshire Creative.
Guest Blog: Gareth Machin, Artistic Director of Wiltshire Creative, On Reopening Salisbury Playhouse
In the words of Cosmo Brown, 'Make 'em laugh' - and how life-affirming to hear waves of laughter ripple through Salisbury Playhouse this week. At times over the past few months, the building has felt like a ghost ship, but now it's awake, buzzing and alive with people having a great night out.
In the words of Cosmo Brown, 'Make 'em laugh' - and how life-affirming to hear waves of laughter ripple through Salisbury Playhouse this week. At times over the past few months, the building has felt like a ghost ship, but now it's awake, buzzing and alive with people having a great night out.
Wiltshire Creative Announce Their Autumn 2021 Programme
Wiltshire Creative today announce their programme for Autumn 2021, featuring theatre, live music, comedy nights, film screenings, craft workshops and more. Throughout the season they will also continue their commitment to engaging communities in the South West and encouraging creativity in audiences of all ages, from an extensive youth arts programme to celebrating older generations.
Wiltshire Creative today announce their programme for Autumn 2021, featuring theatre, live music, comedy nights, film screenings, craft workshops and more. Throughout the season they will also continue their commitment to engaging communities in the South West and encouraging creativity in audiences of all ages, from an extensive youth arts programme to celebrating older generations.
Ian Kelsey and Nicola Sloane Will Star in Wiltshire Creative's Revival of SEPTEMBER IN THE RAIN
Following the run of September in the Rain, Michael Grandage will direct Ian McDiarmid in Julian Barnes' The Lemon Table from 14 to 23 October, ahead of a UK tour.
Following the run of September in the Rain, Michael Grandage will direct Ian McDiarmid in Julian Barnes' The Lemon Table from 14 to 23 October, ahead of a UK tour.
Ian McDiarmid Will Star in the World Premiere of Julian Barnes' THE LEMON TABLE in October
Olivier and Tony Award-winning Ian McDiarmid and Michael Grandage have collaborated to bring The Lemon Table to the stage for the first time. In McDiarmid's one man performance we encounter a spectrum of bitter-sweet pleasures, wild eccentricity and dark secrets.
Olivier and Tony Award-winning Ian McDiarmid and Michael Grandage have collaborated to bring The Lemon Table to the stage for the first time. In McDiarmid's one man performance we encounter a spectrum of bitter-sweet pleasures, wild eccentricity and dark secrets.
Fantasy Drama Series BRITANNIA to Debut on EPIX
Premium network EPIX® today announced that Season One of the critically-acclaimed fantasy drama Britannia will debut on August 2.
Premium network EPIX® today announced that Season One of the critically-acclaimed fantasy drama Britannia will debut on August 2.
STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER to Debut on Disney+ Two Months Early
The final chapter of the Skywalker saga, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” will begin streaming two months early on Disney+ in honor of “May the 4th,” affectionately known by fans around the world as “Star Wars Day.”
The final chapter of the Skywalker saga, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” will begin streaming two months early on Disney+ in honor of “May the 4th,” affectionately known by fans around the world as “Star Wars Day.”
VIDEO: Listen to the Song Lin-Manuel Miranda Created for STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER!
Disney Music has shared a video from the most recent Star Wars film, The Rise of Skywalker, which features a song that Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote for the film. The clip shows the the Aki Aki's of the planet Pasaana singing Miranda's song a?oeLido Heya?? for the celebration scene in the film.
Disney Music has shared a video from the most recent Star Wars film, The Rise of Skywalker, which features a song that Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote for the film. The clip shows the the Aki Aki's of the planet Pasaana singing Miranda's song a?oeLido Heya?? for the celebration scene in the film.
Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER?
Lucasfilm and director J.J. Abrams join forces once again to take viewers on an epic journey to a galaxy far, far away with Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the riveting conclusion of the seminal Skywalker saga, where new legends will be born and the final battle for freedom is yet to come.
Lucasfilm and director J.J. Abrams join forces once again to take viewers on an epic journey to a galaxy far, far away with Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the riveting conclusion of the seminal Skywalker saga, where new legends will be born and the final battle for freedom is yet to come.
See the Cast of STAR WARS Pose With a Skywalker-Themed Aircraft
Cast and filmmakers from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker pose in front of United Airlines' Star Wars-themed Boeing 737-800 aircraft, created to celebrate the upcoming film—the conclusion of the Skywalker saga.
Cast and filmmakers from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker pose in front of United Airlines' Star Wars-themed Boeing 737-800 aircraft, created to celebrate the upcoming film—the conclusion of the Skywalker saga.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ian McDiarmid been in?
Ian McDiarmid has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Ian McDiarmid been in?
Ian McDiarmid has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Ian McDiarmid's first West End show?
Ian McDiarmid's first West End show was Bakersfield Mist which opened in 2014
What awards has Ian McDiarmid been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Faith Healer , Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Faith Dealer, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Faith Healer, Theatrical Achievement (Evening Standard Awards), Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Tales From Hollywood and Actor of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for Insignificance.
What awards has Ian McDiarmid won?
Ian McDiarmid has received several awards for his performances. He won the Theatre World Award for Performance for Faith Dealer. He also secured the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for Faith Healer. Additionally, he was honored with the Evening Standard Award for Theatrical Achievement and the Olivier Award for Actor of the Year in a New Play for Insignificance.
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