Rufus Sewell
Birth Place: Twickenham, Middlesex, ENGLAND
Latest News on Rufus Sewell:
World Premiere of New Musical A KNIGHT'S TALE Will Open in Manchester in 2025 (Jul 23, 2024)
Allison Janney Joins THE DIPLOMAT Season 2 (Jan 25, 2024)
Chicago Shakespeare Welcomes New Artistic and Executive Leadership to Drive Innovation and Creativity in Theater (Jul 19, 2023)
World Premiere of New Musical A KNIGHT'S TALE Will Open in Manchester in 2025 (Jul 23, 2024)
Allison Janney Joins THE DIPLOMAT Season 2 (Jan 25, 2024)
Chicago Shakespeare Welcomes New Artistic and Executive Leadership to Drive Innovation and Creativity in Theater (Jul 19, 2023)
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Rufus Sewell, Rock 'n' Roll
winner
Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Actor
Rufus Sewell, Rock 'N' Roll
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2006 - Best Actor
Rufus Sewell, Rock 'n' Roll
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1995 - Performance
Rufus Sewell, Translations
Videos
Broadway Rewind: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate Living Legend, Chita Rivera!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 4, 2020
VIDEO: Watch a Trailer for the Fourth Season of THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE!
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 16, 2019
VIDEO: Renee Zellweger Tells ELLEN About Having Stage Fright During JUDY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 18, 2019
VIDEO: Amazon Releases First Minutes of THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE Season Four
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 22, 2019
VIDEO: Renee Zellweger is Judy Garland in the Official Trailer for JUDY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 8, 2019
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer for THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE Season Three
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 23, 2018
VIDEO: Season 3 Teaser For Prime Video's THE MAN IN THE HIGH CASTLE
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 23, 2018
VIDEO: First Look - Jenna Coleman Stars in Upcoming ITV Drama VICTORIA
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 29, 2016
VIDEO: First Look - Kelsey Grammer Plays King Herod in Nat Geo's KILLING JESUS
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 7, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Benjamin Walker Talks BLOODY Lap Dances and Playing Presidents on David Letterman
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 20, 2012
News
World Premiere of New Musical A KNIGHT'S TALE Will Open in Manchester in 2025
The world premiere production of A KNIGHT'S TALE THE MUSICAL, based on the Columbia Pictures film written and directed by Brian Helgeland which starred Heath Ledger and Paul Bettany, will open at Manchester Opera House on 11 April 2025.
The world premiere production of A KNIGHT'S TALE THE MUSICAL, based on the Columbia Pictures film written and directed by Brian Helgeland which starred Heath Ledger and Paul Bettany, will open at Manchester Opera House on 11 April 2025.
Allison Janney Joins THE DIPLOMAT Season 2
Netflix announced that Allison Janney (I, Tonya; The West Wing) will guest star in Season 2 of The Diplomat. The Diplomat is a Golden Globe, Emmy, SAG, PGA, and CCA-nominated series and has received numerous additional accolades since it premiered last year.
Netflix announced that Allison Janney (I, Tonya; The West Wing) will guest star in Season 2 of The Diplomat. The Diplomat is a Golden Globe, Emmy, SAG, PGA, and CCA-nominated series and has received numerous additional accolades since it premiered last year.
Chicago Shakespeare Welcomes New Artistic and Executive Leadership to Drive Innovation and Creativity in Theater
Chicago Shakespeare is welcoming new artistic and executive leadership, who are set to bring fresh ideas, innovation, and creativity to the theater scene. Prepare to be amazed by the exciting changes happening at Chicago Shakespeare.
Chicago Shakespeare is welcoming new artistic and executive leadership, who are set to bring fresh ideas, innovation, and creativity to the theater scene. Prepare to be amazed by the exciting changes happening at Chicago Shakespeare.
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts Launch Music Mondays in July
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts have announced the return of Music Mondays; the hit summer concert series that invites artists to perform for audiences and share stories of their time on and off the stage.
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts have announced the return of Music Mondays; the hit summer concert series that invites artists to perform for audiences and share stories of their time on and off the stage.
Choreographer Dougie Squires OBE MVO Dies at 91
The legendary choreographer Dougie Squires OBE MVO died peacefully on Sunday night, 21 May.
The legendary choreographer Dougie Squires OBE MVO died peacefully on Sunday night, 21 May.
Netflix Renews THE DIPLOMAT For Season Two
Netflix has renewed political drama The Diplomat for a second season. The Diplomat premiered on April 20 and debuted at #1 on Netflix’s weekly global Top 10 TV English list. In its first weekend, the series had 57.48M hours viewed and appeared in the Top 10 in 86 countries.
Netflix has renewed political drama The Diplomat for a second season. The Diplomat premiered on April 20 and debuted at #1 on Netflix’s weekly global Top 10 TV English list. In its first weekend, the series had 57.48M hours viewed and appeared in the Top 10 in 86 countries.
THE DIPLOMAT Starring Keri Russell to Premiere on Netflix in April
From showrunner Debora Cahn (THE WEST WING, HOMELAND), THE DIPLOMAT is a high-stakes, contemporary political drama about the transcendence and torture of long-term relationships, between countries and people. Also starring David Gyasi, Ali Ahn, Rory Kinnear, and Ato Essandoh, with executive producers Debora Cahn, Janice Williams, and Keri Russell.
From showrunner Debora Cahn (THE WEST WING, HOMELAND), THE DIPLOMAT is a high-stakes, contemporary political drama about the transcendence and torture of long-term relationships, between countries and people. Also starring David Gyasi, Ali Ahn, Rory Kinnear, and Ato Essandoh, with executive producers Debora Cahn, Janice Williams, and Keri Russell.
Virago Ensemble to Present THROUGH OUR EYES: A COLLECTION OF MULTICULTURAL POINTS OF VIEW
A night of celebration of multicultural points of view presented through a contemporary collection of various works in theater, poetry, and music. The event will take place at Playwrights Downtown on 2/17/23 at 7:00 pm. Tickets are Pay-What-You-Wish at the door.
A night of celebration of multicultural points of view presented through a contemporary collection of various works in theater, poetry, and music. The event will take place at Playwrights Downtown on 2/17/23 at 7:00 pm. Tickets are Pay-What-You-Wish at the door.
VIDEO: Netflix Drops KALEIDOSCOPE Series Trailer
Netflix debuts official video trailer for the suspenseful heist drama, Kaleidoscope. The series stars Giancarlo Esposito (he/him), Paz Vega (she/her), Rufus Sewell (he/him), Tati Gabrielle (she/her), Peter Mark Kendall (he/him), Rosaline Elbay (she/her), Jai Courtney (he/him) and Niousha Noor (she/her).
Netflix debuts official video trailer for the suspenseful heist drama, Kaleidoscope. The series stars Giancarlo Esposito (he/him), Paz Vega (she/her), Rufus Sewell (he/him), Tati Gabrielle (she/her), Peter Mark Kendall (he/him), Rosaline Elbay (she/her), Jai Courtney (he/him) and Niousha Noor (she/her).
How Many Tom Stoppard Plays Have Been Performed on Broadway?
Leopoldstadt marks the 19th production of a Tom Stoppard play to open on Broadway since Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead opened 55 years ago. Stoppard has won four Best Play Tony Awards, more than any other playwright in history. What are the 18 other productions of Tom Stoppard plays to open on Broadway? Let's take a look back!
Leopoldstadt marks the 19th production of a Tom Stoppard play to open on Broadway since Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead opened 55 years ago. Stoppard has won four Best Play Tony Awards, more than any other playwright in history. What are the 18 other productions of Tom Stoppard plays to open on Broadway? Let's take a look back!
Netflix Announces Cast of New Crime Thriller Series JIGSAW
The Cast Includes Giancarlo Esposito, Paz Vega, Rufus Sewell, Tati Gabrielle, Peter Mark Kendall, Rosaline Elbay, Jai Courtney, and Niousha Noor.
The Cast Includes Giancarlo Esposito, Paz Vega, Rufus Sewell, Tati Gabrielle, Peter Mark Kendall, Rosaline Elbay, Jai Courtney, and Niousha Noor.
These are `Happy Days' Indeed for Trevor Nunn
The 60th anniversary production of Beckett's masterwork Happy Days, newly opened at west London's Riverside Studios, is indistinguishable from the keen eye of its director, Trevor Nunn, who across more than six decades has contributed many of the most significant (not to mention quite a few of the best) productions in my experience. We look back at a seismic career and select five productions for the ages.
The 60th anniversary production of Beckett's masterwork Happy Days, newly opened at west London's Riverside Studios, is indistinguishable from the keen eye of its director, Trevor Nunn, who across more than six decades has contributed many of the most significant (not to mention quite a few of the best) productions in my experience. We look back at a seismic career and select five productions for the ages.
Luke Bracey Will Star in Baz Lurhmann's ELVIS
Variety reports that Luke Bracey has joined the cast of Baz Luhrmann's upcoming 'Elvis' biopic. He will play Jerry Schilling, one of the members of the famous 'Memphis Mafia.'
Variety reports that Luke Bracey has joined the cast of Baz Luhrmann's upcoming 'Elvis' biopic. He will play Jerry Schilling, one of the members of the famous 'Memphis Mafia.'
Broadway Rewind: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate Living Legend, Chita Rivera!
'This episode of Broadway Rewind is such a treat', says BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge, 'because it has CHITA!' We also visit with the cast of Tom Stoppard's play, Rock N' Roll which starred Brian Cox, Rufus Sewell, but we start things off ay the first day of rehearsal for Tracy Letts' groundbreaking play, August: Osage County, which came to Broadway following a sold-out run at Steppenwolf.
'This episode of Broadway Rewind is such a treat', says BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge, 'because it has CHITA!' We also visit with the cast of Tom Stoppard's play, Rock N' Roll which starred Brian Cox, Rufus Sewell, but we start things off ay the first day of rehearsal for Tracy Letts' groundbreaking play, August: Osage County, which came to Broadway following a sold-out run at Steppenwolf.
Yola Joins ELVIS as Sister Rosetta Tharpe
Variety reports that Yola has joined the cast of Baz Luhrmann's 'Elvis.' The British singer will play Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
Variety reports that Yola has joined the cast of Baz Luhrmann's 'Elvis.' The British singer will play Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
Rufus Sewell Joins Baz Luhrmann's Musical ELVIS Biopic
Variety reports that Rufus Sewell has joined the cast of 'Elvis' as the King's father, Vernon Presley.
Variety reports that Rufus Sewell has joined the cast of 'Elvis' as the King's father, Vernon Presley.
VIDEO: Watch Renee Zellweger's Oscar Acceptance Speech
Watch Renee Zellweger's Oscar 2020 acceptance speech for Actress in a Leading Role for her portrayal of Judy Garland in JUDY below!
Watch Renee Zellweger's Oscar 2020 acceptance speech for Actress in a Leading Role for her portrayal of Judy Garland in JUDY below!
Renee Zellweger Wins the Oscar for Best Actress!
Renée Zellweger has won Best Actress at the 2020 Oscars for her role in Judy! The 2020 Oscars are airing live on ABC from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
Renée Zellweger has won Best Actress at the 2020 Oscars for her role in Judy! The 2020 Oscars are airing live on ABC from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
JUDY llega hoy a los cines
Hoy 31 de enero llega a los cines de todo España el biopic JUDY, en el que se retrata la vida de la leyenda del cine, el teatro y la canción Judy Garland durante algunos de los años más difíciles de su vida.
Hoy 31 de enero llega a los cines de todo España el biopic JUDY, en el que se retrata la vida de la leyenda del cine, el teatro y la canción Judy Garland durante algunos de los años más difíciles de su vida.
AGATHA CHRISTIE'S THE PALE HORSE Premieres March 13 on Prime Video
On March 13, 2020, Amazon Prime Video will premiere Agatha Christie's The Pale Horse in the US. The bewitching two-part mystery stars Emmy and BAFTA-nominated actor, Rufus Sewell (The Man in the High Castle). BAFTA-nominated writer, Sarah Phelps, adapted the acclaimed 1961 novel for television and served as executive producer.
On March 13, 2020, Amazon Prime Video will premiere Agatha Christie's The Pale Horse in the US. The bewitching two-part mystery stars Emmy and BAFTA-nominated actor, Rufus Sewell (The Man in the High Castle). BAFTA-nominated writer, Sarah Phelps, adapted the acclaimed 1961 novel for television and served as executive producer.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Rufus Sewell been in?
Rufus Sewell has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Rufus Sewell been in?
Rufus Sewell has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Rufus Sewell's first West End show?
Rufus Sewell's first West End show was Old Times which opened in 2013
What awards has Rufus Sewell been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Rock 'n' Roll, Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Rock 'N' Roll, Best Actor (Evening Standard Awards) for Rock 'n' Roll and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Translations.
What awards has Rufus Sewell won?
Rufus Sewell has won the following awards: Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Rock 'N' Roll, Best Actor (Evening Standard Awards) for Rock 'N' Roll, and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Translations.
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