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BIO

Peter Evans is a British actor with a career spanning over three decades. Born in London in 1961, Evans began his acting career in the late 1980s, appearing in various stage productions in the UK. He made his Broadway debut in 1995 in the play "The Herbal Bed," which earned him critical acclaim and a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play.


Evans continued to work in theater, both in the UK and the US, appearing in productions such as "The Caretaker," "The Price," and "The Judas Kiss." He also made appearances in television shows such as "Foyle's War," "Midsomer Murders," and "The Bill."
In 2007, Evans appeared in the film "The Queen," directed by Stephen Frears, which chronicled the events surrounding the death of Princess Diana. Evans played the role of Alastair Campbell, the former Director of Communications and Strategy for Tony Blair. The film was a critical and commercial success, earning numerous awards and nominations, including an Academy Award for Best Actress for Helen Mirren.
Evans returned to Broadway in 2012, appearing in the play "The Lyons" alongside Linda Lavin. The play, written by Nicky Silver, centers around a dysfunctional family dealing with the impending death of their patriarch. Evans received positive reviews for his performance, with The New York Times calling him "terrifically funny."
In recent years, Evans has continued to work in theater, appearing in productions such as "The Father" and "Sweat." He also made a guest appearance in the television series "The Crown," playing the role of Sir Anthony Eden, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1955 to 1957.

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Actor - Play

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IN A NUTSHELL: THE POETRY OF VIOLENCE Comes to Bell Shakespeare

Bell Shakespeare will present the second installment of In A Nutshell, titled The Poetry of Violence. An ensemble cast will perform scenes and speeches, guided by Bell Shakespeare Artistic Director Peter Evans as he takes audiences on a journey through Shakespeare's various depictions of violence.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveal August 2024 Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will operate this August with a full slate of nightly performances.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 22nd - August 4th

Birdland has announced details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running July 22nd - August 4th.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 15th - July 28th

Birdland has announced jazz programming running at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater July 15th - July 28th.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 1st - July 14th

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced jazz programming running at Birdland July 1st - July 14th.
Find Out What's Coming Up at Birdland June 24th - July 7th

Birdland has announced jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running Birdland June 24th - July 7th.
STEFA* Taps Members of Combo Chimbita for New Single 'Sonambula'

STEFA*—the project of Queens-raised Colombian-American artist stefa marin alarcón (they/them)—is sharing 'Sonambula,' the lead track off their debut album Born With An Extra Rib, arriving June 28. Listen to the new track!
Nearly $200,000 Raised through Playhouse Theatre Group, Inc.'s ENCORE! MADLY MARVELOUS: A RETRO BASH Fundraiser

Playhouse Theatre Group, Inc. supporters gathered on May 18th, 2024 for the Playhouse’s annual fundraiser, ENCORE! This year’s theme was MADLY MARVELOUS: A RETRO BASH, and the evening included dinner, drinks, live/silent auctions, dancing with the Latanya Farrell Band, and live performances.
Wet Ink Ensemble to Conclude 25th Anniversary Season With Spring Chamber Concert At St. Peter's Chelsea

Wet Ink Ensemble will wrap up its 25th anniversary season with a spring chamber concert at St. Peter’s Chelsea, featuring works by Carolyn Chen, Sam Pluta, and a world premiere by Eric Wubbels. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Wet Ink Ensemble Concludes 25th Anniversary Season with Spring Chamber Concert at St. Peter's Chelsea

New York City-based new music collective, Wet Ink Ensemble, concludes its 25th anniversary season with a spring chamber music concert featuring works by composers Carolyn Chen, Eric Wubbels, and Sam Pluta, alongside a duo performance by Peter Evans and Sam Pluta on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Chelsea.
Playhouse Theatre Group Reveals Lineup For ENCORE! Fundraiser

Playhouse Theatre Group has announced the entertainment lineup for their biggest fundraiser of the year, ENCORE! The theme is MADLY MARVELOUS: A RETRO BASH. ENCORE will be held on Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at The Hartford Club in Hartford, CT from 6pm - 12am.
REVIEW: Guest Reviewer Hamavand Engineer Shares His Thoughts On A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM

Shakespeare’s A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM held at Sydney Opera House was once again, a hit with the audience
Cast Set For Bell Shakespeare's KING LEAR

Bell Shakespeare has announced the cast for King Lear. For the first time since 2010, the company re-explores Shakespeare's epic of the imagination, staging the play in an intimate setting as Australian audiences won't have seen it before.
Ars Nova Workshop Reveals Fall 2023 Season Lineup

 Ars Nova Workshop has announced its fall 2023 season, featuring more than two dozen acclaimed artists spanning the broad spectrum of exploratory and experimental music. Learn more about the upcoming lineup of events here!
Yarn/Wire Unveils 2023-2024 International Season

Discover the exciting lineup of Yarn/Wire's 2023/2024 season, featuring experimental percussion and piano performances at renowned festivals and venues around the world.
Broadway Casting Director Mark B Simon Has Passed Away

According to various sources, casting director Mark B Simon, known for his work on the original productions of Parade, The Last 5 Years, and many more, has passed away.
Yarn/Wire Announces Schedule For 2023 International Institute And Festival

Yarn/Wire hosts its eighth annual International Institute, an incubator for sonic collaborations between performers, ensembles, composers, and creators, serving as an ecosystem for emerging and world-class artists to collectively push the boundaries of music, performance and sound.
Review: AVA: THE SECRET CONVERSATIONS At The Geffen

Elizabeth McGovern gets downright gritty in a gutsy, full-blown exploration of one of Hollywood’s most meta-femmes fatales in AVA: THE SECRET CONVERSATIONS.
Photos: First Look at Elizabeth McGovern in AVA: THE SECRET CONVERSATIONS

Get a first look at photos of Geffen Playhouse's U.S. premiere of Ava: The Secret Conversations.
Elizabeth McGovern Will Lead AVA: THE SECRET CONVERSATIONS At Geffen Playhouse; Full Cast Announced!

Geffen Playhouse has announced the full cast for the U.S. premiere of Ava: The Secret Conversations, written by and featuring Academy Award, Golden Globe and Emmy Award-nominated Elizabeth McGovern (Once Upon a Time in America, Downton Abbey) as Ava Gardner, and directed by Tony Award-nominated Moritz von Stuelpnagel (Bernhardt/Hamlet, Present Laughter).

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