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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1976 - Special Tony Award

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Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Richard Burton, Hamlet


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Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Richard Burton , Camelot


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Theatre World Awards - 1951 - Performance

Richard Burton, The Lady's Not For Burning

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Full Cast Set For DOUBT A PARABLE at Theatre Royal Bath

Theatre Royal Bath Productions has confirmed full casting for John Patrick Shanley’s drama DOUBT a parable at Theatre Royal Bath’s Ustinov Studio. Learn more about the cast here!
Review: Ann Talman Shines in ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE at Don't Tell Mama

Talman’s affectionate tribute to Elizabeth Taylor and her story of a friendship that transcended Hollywood glamour made for an unforgettable evening. The show beautifully reflected the deep connection Talman shared with the iconic actress.
Paul Gross And Real-Life Partner Martha Burns Take The Stage In WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? In January

Next up on the Bluma Appel stage this season, Canadian Stage will present an all-new production of one of the most simmering dramas in the history of modern theatre, Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?, on stage January 18th to February 2nd.
Interview: 'The Hardest Thing Has Been Not Laughing at Everyone!': Actor Marc Antolin on Mel Brooks, Intimacy and Corpsing in THE PRODUCERS

The award-winning musical The Producers is finally returning to London in its first revival since debuting on the West End in 2004. The show, based on the iconic 1967 film of the same name by Mel Brooks, tells the story of two producers who discover that a producer could make more from a Broadway flop than a hit, which leads them to put on what they think will be the worst show in history - Springtime for Hitler.
Richard Short Shares Favorite Backstage Moments in THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA

As part of our Words From The Wings series, we're chatting with Richard Short from The Hills of California. Richard shared some of his backstage routines, must-haves, and more.
DEAR MR. THOMAS Starring Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell Now Available to Stream

Dear Mr. Thomas: A New Play for Voices starring Matthew Rhys, Keri Russell and Kate Burton, which was staged as a one-night-only dramatic reading at The 92nd Street Y in May, is now streaming on 92NY’s website. Watch now!
Patrick Page's ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Begins at the Guthrie Tomorrow

All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, a new work created and performed by Patrick Page and based on the villains of William Shakespeare, starts performances at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, October 12. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Meet the Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

The Hills of California will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Meet the cast of The Hills of California here!
WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION Will Extend Until 28 September 2025, New Cast Set!

Details have been announced for the twelfth cast for Agatha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution at London County Hall which will take the show into its eighth year. 
BWW Q&A: Susan Dormady Eisenberg On Her Book ONE MORE SEAT AT THE ROUND TABLE

Set backstage during the out-of-town chaos of Lerner and Loewe’s now-classic 1960 musical, One More Seat at the Round Table portrays the struggles of feisty drama school grad Jane Conroy, who lands a plum Gal Friday job, and Bryce Christmas, a gifted, if insecure, actor on the verge of his big break.
Village Theatre Begins 2024-2025 Season Intimate New Adaptation of CAMELOT

Village Theatre will present an intimate adaptation of CAMELOT, offering a fresh take on the classic musical.
Jez Butterworth's THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Reveals Full Broadway Cast

The complete Broadway cast has been announced for the New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes. Learn more about who will star in the production here!
Video: ELIZABETH TAYLOR: THE LOST TAPES Trailer

The HBO Original documentary Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes, directed by award-winning filmmaker Nanette Burstein debuts Saturday, August 3 on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. An official selection of the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, the film had its world premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. Watch the trailer!
Broadway Streaming Guide: July 2024 - Where to Watch DESCENDANTS: THE RISE OF RED & More

This July, Broadway fans can beat the heat with a new installment in the beloved Descendants franchise, watch a documentary about stage and screen actress Faye Dunaway, or revisit old favorite musical films such as West Side Story and The Wiz.
Rialto Chatter: Could THE MOTIVE AND THE CUE Transfer to Broadway This Spring?

Sam Mendes' The Motive and the Cue, which ran at The National Theatre and then in the West End, is hoping to transfer to 'a Shubert theater this spring,' says Baz Bamigboye for Deadline.
North Coast Repertory's CAMELOT Announces Transfer To Laguna Playhouse

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present Lerner & Loewe's CAMELOT, directed by Jeffrey D. Moss. The show opens Sunday, July 28 at 5:30pm.
Cast & Creative Team Set for CAMELOT at Laguna Playhouse

Laguna Playhouse has revealed the creative team and full cast for the transfer of North Coast Repertory Theatre of Lerner & Loewe’s CAMELOT. Learn how to purchase tickets.
National Theatre Live Screenings Begin at Alleyway Theatre

Ian McKellan will appear on screen at Alleyway Theatre this August, as National Theatre Live comes to Buffalo.
How Often Do Shows Tour Before Coming to Broadway?

This time, the reader question was: How often do shows like The Wiz start on tour before coming to Broadway?
SUNDAY ON THE ROCKS By Theresa Rebeck Returns To London

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Theresa Rebeck's SUNDAY ON THE ROCKS with a revival in London's pub theatre scene.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Richard Burton been nominated for?

Special Tony Award (Tony Awards), Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Hamlet, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Camelot and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Lady's Not For Burning.

What awards has Richard Burton won?

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Camelot and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Lady's Not For Burning.

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