Nigel Hawthorne
Latest News on Nigel Hawthorne:
Jonathan Lynn Joins World Premiere of I'M SORRY, PRIME MINISTER, I CAN'T QUITE REMEMBER (Sep 15, 2023)
Cast Revealed For I'M SORRY PRIME MINISTER, I CAN'T QUITE REMEMBER at the Barn Theatre (Aug 7, 2023)
Theatre Director Nancy Meckler Releases New Book 'Notes From the Rehearsal Room' (Dec 14, 2022)
Jonathan Lynn Joins World Premiere of I'M SORRY, PRIME MINISTER, I CAN'T QUITE REMEMBER (Sep 15, 2023)
Cast Revealed For I'M SORRY PRIME MINISTER, I CAN'T QUITE REMEMBER at the Barn Theatre (Aug 7, 2023)
Theatre Director Nancy Meckler Releases New Book 'Notes From the Rehearsal Room' (Dec 14, 2022)
STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 1995 - Best Comedy Performance
Nigel HawthorneThe Clandestine Marriage
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Evening Standard Awards - 1992 - Best Actor
Nigel HawthorneThe Madness of King George III
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Olivier Awards - 1992 - Actor of the Year
Nigel HawthorneThe Madness Of George III
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Olivier Awards - 1992 - Actor of the Year
Nigel HawthorneThe Madness Of George III
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1991 - Best Actor - Play
Nigel Hawthorne , Shadowlands
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Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Nigel Hawthorne , Shadowlands
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Actor of the Year
Nigel HawthorneShadowlands
Olivier Awards - 1986 - Comedy Performance of the Year
Nigel HawthorneThe Magistrate
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Olivier Awards - 1977 - Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role
Nigel HawthornePrivates On Parade
News
Jonathan Lynn Joins World Premiere of I'M SORRY, PRIME MINISTER, I CAN'T QUITE REMEMBER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2023
Writer and director Jonathan Lynn will take over the role of ‘Jim Hacker’ ex-Prime Minister for the upcoming world premiere of I’m Sorry, Prime Minister, I Can’t Quite Remember.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2023
Writer and director Jonathan Lynn will take over the role of ‘Jim Hacker’ ex-Prime Minister for the upcoming world premiere of I’m Sorry, Prime Minister, I Can’t Quite Remember.
Cast Revealed For I'M SORRY PRIME MINISTER, I CAN'T QUITE REMEMBER at the Barn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2023
The Barn Theatre in Cirencester has announced principal casting for the world premiere of I'm Sorry, Prime Minister, I Can't Quite Remember. Martin Jarvis will play ex-Prime Minister Jim Hacker and Clive Francis will play his former Permanent Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby. They are joined by Michaela Bennison who will play Hacker's carer Sophie and Christopher Bianchi as High Court judge Sir David Knell.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2023
The Barn Theatre in Cirencester has announced principal casting for the world premiere of I'm Sorry, Prime Minister, I Can't Quite Remember. Martin Jarvis will play ex-Prime Minister Jim Hacker and Clive Francis will play his former Permanent Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby. They are joined by Michaela Bennison who will play Hacker's carer Sophie and Christopher Bianchi as High Court judge Sir David Knell.
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.
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.
Christopher Harper and Saffron Coomber to Star in DANCE at King's Head Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2021
The Charlotte Peters directed play, which follows a father and daughter’s surprising story, is set to make its ‘IRL’ appearance as part of the King’s Head Theatre’s annual festival of new-writing, Playmill, where it runs from Monday 12th to Saturday 17th July.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2021
The Charlotte Peters directed play, which follows a father and daughter’s surprising story, is set to make its ‘IRL’ appearance as part of the King’s Head Theatre’s annual festival of new-writing, Playmill, where it runs from Monday 12th to Saturday 17th July.
Veteran Actor Of Screen And Stage - Jordan Charney - Will Appear At PREformances At Merkin Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2020
For over half a century Jordan Charney has been a forceful presence in the world of entertainment as a performer, writer, director and teacher.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2020
For over half a century Jordan Charney has been a forceful presence in the world of entertainment as a performer, writer, director and teacher.
C.S. LEWIS ONSTAGE: THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT Comes to The Broad Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2019
Following its acclaimed 2018 national tour, C.S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert starring Max McLean as C.S. Lewis has eleven performances at The Broad Stage Thursday, July 11 to Sunday, July 21 (press opening is Friday, July 12). The play is presented in Santa Monica by Fellowship for Performing Arts, the producers of The Screwtape Letters and The Great Divorce.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2019
Following its acclaimed 2018 national tour, C.S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert starring Max McLean as C.S. Lewis has eleven performances at The Broad Stage Thursday, July 11 to Sunday, July 21 (press opening is Friday, July 12). The play is presented in Santa Monica by Fellowship for Performing Arts, the producers of The Screwtape Letters and The Great Divorce.
BWW Interview: Olivia Williams Talks TARTUFFE
by Rona Kelly - Feb 7, 2019
Sharing what brings her back to this theatre time and time again, Olivia also reveals one of her first questions for director Blanche McIntyre, as well as her excitement for getting to take on a comedy.
by Rona Kelly - Feb 7, 2019
Sharing what brings her back to this theatre time and time again, Olivia also reveals one of her first questions for director Blanche McIntyre, as well as her excitement for getting to take on a comedy.
BWW Exclusive: Read a Chapter from Nicholas Hytner's Memoir, BALANCING ACTS
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 14, 2017
From Balancing Acts by Tony and Olivier Award-winning artistic director Nicholas Hytner: a memoir about his career directing theater, producing films and opera, working closely with some of the world's most celebrated actors, and working behind the scenes of London's famed National Theatre.
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 14, 2017
From Balancing Acts by Tony and Olivier Award-winning artistic director Nicholas Hytner: a memoir about his career directing theater, producing films and opera, working closely with some of the world's most celebrated actors, and working behind the scenes of London's famed National Theatre.
Photo Flash: Playwright William Nicholson and More Celebrate FPA's SHADOWLANDS Opening Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2017
Fellowship for Performing Arts returns to New York for their third season with the first New York revival of William Nicholson's award-winning play SHADOWLANDS. The production opened last night, November 1st, at The Acorn Theatre at Theatre Row and will run through January 7, 2018. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities, featuring the playwright himself, below!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2017
Fellowship for Performing Arts returns to New York for their third season with the first New York revival of William Nicholson's award-winning play SHADOWLANDS. The production opened last night, November 1st, at The Acorn Theatre at Theatre Row and will run through January 7, 2018. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities, featuring the playwright himself, below!
Fellowship for Performing Arts Opens First New York Revival of William Nicholson's SHADOWLANDS
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2017
Fellowship for Performing Arts announced today they will return to New York for their third season with the first New York revival of William Nicholson's award-winning play SHADOWLANDS.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2017
Fellowship for Performing Arts announced today they will return to New York for their third season with the first New York revival of William Nicholson's award-winning play SHADOWLANDS.
PREFORMANCES WITH ALLISON CHARNEY to Feature Joel Fan, Julia Zilberquit, and More at Kaufman Music Center Debut
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2017
Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Music Center's famed acoustics will be put to the test when PREformances with Allison Charney fills the celebrated New York City concert hall with the sound of music on October 16 at 1PM.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2017
Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Music Center's famed acoustics will be put to the test when PREformances with Allison Charney fills the celebrated New York City concert hall with the sound of music on October 16 at 1PM.
BWW Review: THE KNOWLEDGE, Charing Cross Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Sep 12, 2017
A timely revival for one of Jack Rosenthal's celebrated TV plays of the 70s with much to say about the age of the Uber.
by Gary Naylor - Sep 12, 2017
A timely revival for one of Jack Rosenthal's celebrated TV plays of the 70s with much to say about the age of the Uber.
Fellowship for Performing Arts to Stage First New York Revival of William Nicholson's SHADOWLANDS
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2017
Fellowship for Performing Arts announced today they will return to New York for their third season with the first New York revival of William Nicholson's award-winning play SHADOWLANDS.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2017
Fellowship for Performing Arts announced today they will return to New York for their third season with the first New York revival of William Nicholson's award-winning play SHADOWLANDS.
Vicky McClure to Star in Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company's TOUCHED
by BWW News Desk - Feb 17, 2017
Initial casting has been announced for Nottingham Playhouse's 40th anniversary production of Stephen Lowe's Touched, which runs at the theatre from February 17 to March 4, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 17, 2017
Initial casting has been announced for Nottingham Playhouse's 40th anniversary production of Stephen Lowe's Touched, which runs at the theatre from February 17 to March 4, 2017.
Vicky McClure to Star in Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company's TOUCHED
by BWW News Desk - Feb 8, 2017
Initial casting has been announced for Nottingham Playhouse's 40th anniversary production of Stephen Lowe's Touched, which runs at the theatre from February 17 to March 4, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 8, 2017
Initial casting has been announced for Nottingham Playhouse's 40th anniversary production of Stephen Lowe's Touched, which runs at the theatre from February 17 to March 4, 2017.
'Line Of Duty' Star Vicky McClure Leads Cast of TOUCHED at Nottingham Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2016
Initial casting has been announced for Nottingham Playhouse's 40th anniversary production of Stephen Lowe's Touched, which runs at the theatre from February 17 to March 4, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2016
Initial casting has been announced for Nottingham Playhouse's 40th anniversary production of Stephen Lowe's Touched, which runs at the theatre from February 17 to March 4, 2017.
CASH ON DELIVERY Set for El Portal Theatre Mainstage This Month
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2015
El Portal Theatre presents Cash On Delivery! directed by and featuring Ray Cooney as Uncle George, written by Michael Cooney, tonight, December 3 - December 20, 2015, at the historic El Portal Theatre Mainstage in the NOHO Arts District, North Hollywood, CA.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2015
El Portal Theatre presents Cash On Delivery! directed by and featuring Ray Cooney as Uncle George, written by Michael Cooney, tonight, December 3 - December 20, 2015, at the historic El Portal Theatre Mainstage in the NOHO Arts District, North Hollywood, CA.
BWW Interview: Internationally Renown British Actor/ Playwright RAY COONEY Talks About son Michael Cooney's CASH ON DELIVERY at the El Portal
by Don Grigware - Nov 19, 2015
World renown British actor/playwright Ray Cooney will be performing the zany farce Cash on Delivery, written by his son Michael Cooney, on the mainstage of the El Portal in Noho December 3-20. Cooney performed Out of Order at the El Portal in 2001, and was a tremendous hit. In our conversation Cooney, who was bestowed the honor of OBE (Order of the British Empire) by the Queen, and wife Linda talk about the play, and among other topics, theatre and its importance in our world right now. Linda is a landscape painter and former actress, and her work will be exhibited in the El Portal lobby during the run of the play and on to January 1, 2016.
by Don Grigware - Nov 19, 2015
World renown British actor/playwright Ray Cooney will be performing the zany farce Cash on Delivery, written by his son Michael Cooney, on the mainstage of the El Portal in Noho December 3-20. Cooney performed Out of Order at the El Portal in 2001, and was a tremendous hit. In our conversation Cooney, who was bestowed the honor of OBE (Order of the British Empire) by the Queen, and wife Linda talk about the play, and among other topics, theatre and its importance in our world right now. Linda is a landscape painter and former actress, and her work will be exhibited in the El Portal lobby during the run of the play and on to January 1, 2016.
International Cast Announced for Holiday Comedy at Historic El Portal Theatre
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 11, 2015
El Portal Theatre proudly presents Cash On Delivery directed by Ray Cooney, written by Michael Cooney, December 3 - December 20, 2015, at the historic El Portal Theatre Mainstage in the NOHO Arts District, North Hollywood, CA. 15 performances only!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 11, 2015
El Portal Theatre proudly presents Cash On Delivery directed by Ray Cooney, written by Michael Cooney, December 3 - December 20, 2015, at the historic El Portal Theatre Mainstage in the NOHO Arts District, North Hollywood, CA. 15 performances only!
CASH ON DELIVERY Set for El Portal Theatre Mainstage, 12/3-20
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 29, 2015
El Portal Theatre presents Cash On Delivery! directed by and featuring Ray Cooney as Uncle George, written by Michael Cooney, December 3 - December 20, 2015, at the historic El Portal Theatre Mainstage in the NOHO Arts District, North Hollywood, CA.
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 29, 2015
El Portal Theatre presents Cash On Delivery! directed by and featuring Ray Cooney as Uncle George, written by Michael Cooney, December 3 - December 20, 2015, at the historic El Portal Theatre Mainstage in the NOHO Arts District, North Hollywood, CA.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Nigel Hawthorne been in?
Nigel Hawthorne has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Nigel Hawthorne been in?
Nigel Hawthorne has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Nigel Hawthorne's first West End show?
Nigel Hawthorne's first West End show was Privates on Parade which opened in 1977
What awards has Nigel Hawthorne been nominated for?
Best Comedy Performance (Olivier Awards) for The Clandestine Marriage, Best Actor (Evening Standard Awards) for The Madness of King George III, Actor of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Madness Of George III, Actor of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Madness Of George III , Best Actor - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Shadowlands , Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Shadowlands, Actor of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Shadowlands , Comedy Performance of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Magistrate and Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Privates On Parade.
What awards has Nigel Hawthorne won?
Nigel Hawthorne has won several prestigious awards, including: Best Actor at the Evening Standard Awards for The Madness of King George III; Actor of the Year at the Olivier Awards for The Madness of King George III; Best Actor in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Shadowlands; Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Shadowlands; and Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role at the Olivier Awards for Privates On Parade.
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