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Joely Richardson

Birth Place: London, ENGLAND

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2014
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2001
Performer


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Joely Richardson, The Belle of Amherst

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Joely Richardson, Ivanov

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

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Theatre World Awards - 2001 - Performance

Joely Richardson, Madame Melville

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Lois Robbins and Ephraim Birney To Star In Benefit Reading Of THE FUN-ER-AL: A  FUNDRAISING MEMORIAL FOR THE DEATH OF AMERICAN THEATRE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2025

Royal Family Productions will present a benefit reading of Artistic Director Chris Henry's new short comedy, inspired by Christopher Durang, titled The Fun-er-al: A  Fundraising Memorial for the Death of the American Theatre.
Video: Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer SURFACE Season 2 Starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2025

Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for the upcoming second season of “Surface,' starring and executive produced by Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and created by Veronica West. Watch it now!
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Will Arrive on Broadway in 2025
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 6, 2024

the critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning, play STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will begin performances Friday, March 28, 2025. We have all the details about the upcoming production!
DOWNTON ABBEY 3 Coming in 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2024

Focus Features and Universal Pictures International has confirmed that the previously announced third installment of the Downton Abbey film series will debut in theaters on September 12, 2025. The film is currently in production in the UK.
DOWNTON ABBEY 3 Officially in the Works with Paul Giamatti, Dominic West, & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024

Following Imelda Staunton's recent statements about a third Downton Abbey film, it has been confirmed that another installment in the franchise is indeed happening. Simon Curtis is returning to direct after helming 2022’s Downton Abbey: A New Era, and much of the original cast is returning, along with some new additions.
Video: Watch Netflix's THE GENTLEMEN Trailer With Theo James
by Michael Major - Feb 22, 2024

Get an exclusive look at THE GENTLEMEN with the official trailer and character posters debut. Dive into the exciting world of this upcoming film! THE GENTLEMEN sees Eddie Horniman (Theo James) unexpectedly inherit his father's sizable country estate - only to discover it's part of a cannabis empire. Watch the video trailer now!
Theatre Director Nancy Meckler Releases New Book 'Notes From the Rehearsal Room'
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2022

Theatre director Nancy Meckler’s book Notes from the Rehearsal Room is intended for anyone interested, professionally or as a theatregoer, in what is involved in turning words on a page into a theatrical event.
PRIMA FACIE, Starring Jodie Comer, Will Open at the Golden Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 15, 2022

Jodie Comer will make her highly anticipated Broadway debut in the US premiere of Prima Facie, a new play by Suzie Miller. Prima Facie opens on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the Golden Theatre. Previews begin on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.
David Aaron Baker, Nina Hellman, Richard Topol & More to Star in THE UNBELIEVING at 59E59 Theaters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2022

59E59 Theaters and The Civilians have announced the full cast & creative team for The Unbelieving by Marin Gazzaniga (So Close) and directed by Steve Cosson (Whisper House). The Unbelieving begins previews October 20, 2022, in Theater B and opens October 27 for a run through November 20, 2022.  
Full Cast Announced For Edinburgh Festival Fringe Run Of Tim Walker's BLOODY DIFFICULT WOMEN RUN
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2022

Wind of Change, in association with Cahoots Theatre Company, today announce the full cast for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe run of Tim Walker's critically acclaimed production of Bloody Difficult Women.
EVENT HORIZON to Be Released on 4K Ultra HD SteelBook
by Michael Major - Jun 29, 2022

Known for its elaborate production design and unsettling visuals, the film features an exceptional ensemble cast, including Laurence Fishburne (The Matrix), Sam Neill (Jurassic World: Dominion), Kathleen Quinlan (Breakdown), Joely Richardson (“Nip/Tuck”), and Jason Isaacs (“Star Trek: Discovery”). Check out the bonus features for the release now!
'Killing Eve' Star Jodie Comer Will Make Broadway Debut in PRIMA FACIE
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 9, 2022

Killing Eve star Jodie Comer is coming to Broadway! The Emmy and BAFTA winner will make her Broadway debut in Prima Facie, a new play by Suzie Miller, directed by Justin Martin.
Netflix Sets THE SANDMAN Series Premiere Date
by Michael Major - Jun 6, 2022

Out of their panel at Geeked Week, Neil Gaiman, Allan Heinberg and cast reveal the Official Teaser and news that Mark Hamill will voice beloved character Merv Pumpkinhead. The cast also includes Tom Sturridge, BPatton Oswalt, Gwendoline Christie, Stephen Fry, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Mason Alexander Park, John Cameron Mitchell, and more.
BLOODY DIFFICULT WOMEN Announces Edinburgh Festival Run
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2022

Wind of Change, in association with Cahoots Theatre Company, today announce the run of Tim Walker's Bloody Difficult Women at the Assembly Rooms for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022. Bloody Difficult Women will be running at the Ballroom at the Assembly Rooms from 3 to 28 August 2022, following an extended run at Riverside Studios this Spring.
Stephen Unwin Directs The World Première of BLOODY DIFFICULT WOMEN at Riverside Studios
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2022

Wind of Change, in association with Cahoots Theatre Company, today announce the world première of Tim Walker's Bloody Difficult Women, charting the events behind the court case Gina Miller brought against Theresa May in 2016 and what has ensued.
Netflix Announces Additional Cast for THE SANDMAN
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 26, 2021

Allan Heinberg (Wonder Woman, Grey’s Anatomy) serves as Executive Producer and Showrunner. David S. Goyer (Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, Terminator: Dark Fate, Foundation) serves as Executive Producer and Goyer and Heinberg are also Co-Writers on the project.
THE FURIES Available on Demand, Digital HD, DVD on March 3
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 27, 2020

RLJE Films, a business unit of AMC Networks, has picked up select rights to THE FURIES from Shudder, AMC Networks' streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural. THE FURIES will be released on VOD, Digital HD, DVD and Blu-ray on March 3, 2020. Written and directed by Tony D'Aquino (Alpha Male), the horror stars Airlie Dodds (Killing Ground), Linda Ngo (“Top of the Lake”), Taylor Ferguson (“Glitch”), Ebony Vagulans (“My Life Is Murder”) with Danielle Horvat (“House Husbands”) and Tom O'Sullivan (A Man on the Edge). RLJE Films will release THE FURIES on DVD for $27.97 and on Blu-ray for $15.95.
Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Those We've Lost in 2019
by Walter McBride - Jan 2, 2020

2019 has come and gone, and we are reflecting on those we have lost in the Broadway and theatre communities throughout the year.
THE SHED Will Be Released on DVD Jan. 7
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 19, 2019

RLJE Films, a business unit of AMC Networks, will release THE SHED on January 7, 2020 on DVD and Blu-ray. Written and Directed by Frank Sabatella (Blood Night), the film stars Jay Jay Warren (“Bosch”), Cody Kostro (“City on a Hill”), Sofia Happonen (Woman of a Certain Age), Frank Whaley (Pulp Fiction), Siobhan Fallon Hogan (Men in Black) and Timothy Bottoms (The Last Picture Show). RLJE Films will release THE SHED on DVD for an SRP of $27.97 and on Blu-ray for an SRP of $28.97.
VIDEO: Starz Releases Trailer for THE ROOK
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 4, 2019

Starz  released the official trailer for the Lionsgate and Liberty Global-produced STARZ Original Series 'The Rook.' In addition to the previously released key art, featuring Emma Greenwell in the title role of 'Myfanwy Thomas,' STARZ also today shared the character art for the balance of the star-studded cast. The full collection of art combined with the official trailer provide a nod to each characters' abilities and give deeper insight into the highly-anticipated new season, which will premiere on Sunday, June 30th at 8PM ET/PT.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Joely Richardson been nominated for?

Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for The Belle of Amherst, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ivanov, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Side Effects and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Madame Melville.

What awards has Joely Richardson won?

Joely Richardson has won the Theatre World Award for her performance in Madame Melville.

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