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BIO

Kathryn Hunter was born on April 9, 1957 in New York, USA as Kathryn Hadjipateras. She is known for her work on The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) and Orlando (1992).

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
London Production, 2022
King Lear

[Off-Broadway]
TFANA's Off-Broadway Production, 2020
Timon

[Off-Broadway]
Theatre For A New Audience U.S. Premiere, 2019
Cast

[TV]
MASTERPIECE on PBS Drama, 2019
Madame Victurnien

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Reva Mae Dix(Mixed Babies)

[Off-Broadway]
1986
Sookie Jenkins

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Performer


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2020 - Distinguished Performance Award

Kathryn Hunter, Timon of Athens

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Kathryn HunterKafka's Monkey

Olivier Awards - 1995 - Best Actress in a Supporting Role

Kathryn HunterPericles

Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Actress

Kathryn HunterThe Skriker


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Olivier Awards - 1991 - Actress of the Year

Kathryn HunterThe Visit

News


Review: GIGI & DAR, Arcola Theatre

Two young women, Gigi and Dar, are dressed in khaki and clutch machine guns. They are guarding a roadblock and out to kill time. With just six of their 730 days of conscription to go until they can return to Civvy Street, their fantasies about the future (travels, marriage and internships) are beginning to fizz. See what our critic had to say.
Spike Lee and Robert De Niro Join Francis Ford Coppola for MEGALOPOLIS IMAX Conversation

Academy Award® winning writer/director Spike Lee and Academy Award® winning Actor Robert De Niro will join Francis Ford Coppola for a captivating conversation at the MEGALOPOLIS: THE ULTIMATE IMAX EXPERIENCE on September 23rd, 2024. 
Shakespeare Theatre Company To Celebrate Publication of SHAKESPEARE IN THE THEATRE

Shakespeare Theatre Company announced a book event featuring Michael Kahn and Simon Godwin, discussing their experiences and insights.
MEGALOPOLIS to Receive Special Advance New York Screening

The 62nd New York Film Festival, IMAX, and Lionsgate have announced the special advance screening of NYFF62 Special Event selection, Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis, to take place Monday, September 23, at the AMC Lincoln Square (1998 Broadway, New York).
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire

Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Video: Francis Ford Coppola's MEGALOPOLIS Trailer Starring Adam Driver

Lionsgate has released the official trailer for Megalopolis, the epic film helmed by director Francis Ford Coppola. The movie is a Roman Epic set in an imagined Modern America. The City of New Rome must change, causing conflict between Cesar Catilina, a genius artist who seeks to leap into a utopian, idealistic future, and his opposition, Mayor Franklyn Cicero. Watch the trailer now!
Video: Brandy Stars in New Trailer for THE FRONT ROOM

A24 has released a new trailer for The Front Room, the upcoming horror film starring Brandy. The Front Room is written and directed by Max Eggers and Sam Eggers in their feature film directorial debut. The movie also stars Andrew Burnap and Neal Huff. Watch the new trailer!
Three Arcola Premieres, Rose Matafeo, and Political New Plays Festival Set For The Arcola Theatre This Autumn

This autumn Arcola Theatre will present three Arcola Theatre productions and welcome the return of political new plays festival Cutting the Tightrope: The Divorce of Politics from Art and acclaimed comedian Rose Matafeo with the UK premiere of On and On and On.
Jeremy O. Harris, Adrian Lester, Jodie Whittaker, and More Join The Cast of ECHO at The Royal Court

The Royal Court Theatre and LIFT (London International Festival of Theatre) have announced a further nine artists who will perform in the world premiere of ECHO (Every Cold-Hearted Oxygen) written by critically acclaimed Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour.
Lionsgate Picks Up Francis Ford Coppola's MEGALOPOLIS

Megalopolis, Francis Ford Coppola's lofty new film has set a studio and release date. Reports indicate that Megalopolis will be released by Lionsgate Studios on September 27, 2024. The fate of the film has been a bit of a roller coaster, as it was previously reported that studios were nervous to market and distribute Megalopolis, despite the director and star power attached to the film. 
Interview: Theatre Life with Simon Godwin

Today’s subject Simon Godwin is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of DC’s Tony Award winning Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC). He assumed the position in 2019 succeeding the company’s founder Michael Kahn after a stunning 33-year reign.
Kathryn Hunter, Toby Jones, Fiona Shaw, Meera Syal and Rebecca Lucy Taylor Will Lead ECHO at the Royal Court

The Royal Court Theatre and LIFT have announced five of the fifteen artists who will perform in the world premiere of ECHO (Every Cold-Hearted Oxygen) which will run at the Jerwood Theatre Downstairs from Saturday 13 - Saturday 27 July 2024 with opening night on Wednesday 17 July.
Hideki Noda and Noda Map Return to the UK With LOVE IN ACTION

Acclaimed Japanese theatre maker Hideki Noda and his production company NODA MAP will return to London this October with another re-telling of a literary masterpiece following their take on Romeo & Juliet set to the songs of Queen two years ago. 
Photos: First Look At The World Premiere Of THE GAME at PlayMakers Repertory Company

Get a first look at photos of PlayMakers Repertory Company's The Game! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Francis Ford Coppola's Film MEGALOPOLIS to Debut at Cannes Film Festival

Megalopolis, Francis Coppola's lofty upcoming film, will indeed see the light of day. It has been reported that the film will receive its gala premiere on the evening of May 17 at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. The plot centers on a group of people attempting to rebuild a metropolis after a disaster, with varying approaches that lead to more conflict.
Cast Set for the World Premiere of Bekah Brunstetter's THE GAME

 PlayMakers Repertory Company's penultimate production for the 2023/2024 season is the world premiere of Bekah Brunstetter’s The Game.
NO FEAR AND BLUES LONG GONE: NINA SIMONE to be Presented at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

This September, No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone will make a return to North Carolina at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First Look At The PlayMakers Repertory Company Production Of FAT HAM

When Fat Ham opens at PlayMakers Repertory Company in Chapel Hill this week, it will be the first time an audience sees the Pulitzer Prize-winning show on a North Carolina Stage. See photos!
PlayMakers Repertory Company Announces Full Casting For FAT HAM

Juicy gets a visit from his father's ghost seeking revenge for his death by his brother – now married to his mother. Sound familiar?
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Raleigh Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Raleigh 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!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kathryn Hunter been in?

Kathryn Hunter has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Kathryn Hunter been in?

Kathryn Hunter has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Kathryn Hunter's first West End show?

Kathryn Hunter's first West End show was King Lear | Globe which opened in 2022

What awards has Kathryn Hunter been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Timon of Athens, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Kafka's Monkey, Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Pericles , Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for The Skriker and Actress of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Visit .

What awards has Kathryn Hunter won?

Kathryn Hunter won the Actress of the Year award at the Olivier Awards for her performance in The Visit.

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