Sophie Okonedo
Latest News on Sophie Okonedo:
What Are the Great American Plays? (Nov 3, 2024)
Annie Baker's JANET PLANET to Begin Streaming Exclusively On Max in November (Oct 15, 2024)
The T.S. Eliot Lecture 2024 Will Feature Ralph Fiennes (Sep 26, 2024)
What Are the Great American Plays? (Nov 3, 2024)
Annie Baker's JANET PLANET to Begin Streaming Exclusively On Max in November (Oct 15, 2024)
The T.S. Eliot Lecture 2024 Will Feature Ralph Fiennes (Sep 26, 2024)
BIO
Sophie Okonedo is a British film, theatre and television actress. She is known for her role in the British coming-of-age drama Young Soul Rebels and Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls. She made her Broadway debut in the 2014 revival of A Raisin in the Sun. She played Elizabeth Proctor in the 2016 Broadway revival of The Crucible.
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Sophie Okonedo attends the European Premiere of Disney's 'Christopher Robin' at BFI Southbank on August 4, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Sophie Okonedo
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08/06/2018
From: Photo Flash: CHRISTOPHER ROBIN Stars Attend European Premiere
Sophie Okonedo, Marc Foster, Mark Gatiss, Bronte Carmichael, Hayley Atwell, Jim Cummings, Ewan McGregor, Simon Farnaby and Renee Wolf attend the European premiere of Disney's 'Christopher Robin' at the BFI Southbank in London, UK on August 5th, 2018.
Date:
08/06/2018
From: Photo Flash: CHRISTOPHER ROBIN Stars Attend European Premiere
Sophie Okonedo, Marc Foster, Mark Gatiss, Bronte Carmichael, Hayley Atwell, Jim Cummings, Ewan McGregor, Simon Farnaby and Renee Wolf attend the European Premiere of Disney's 'Christopher Robin' at BFI Southbank on August 4, 2018 in London, England. (Pho
Date:
08/06/2018
From: Photo Flash: CHRISTOPHER ROBIN Stars Attend European Premiere
STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award
Sophie Okonedo, The Crucible
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Sophie Okonedo, Arthur Miller's The Crucible
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Sophie Okonedo, A Raisin in the Sun
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Sophie Okonedo, A Raisin in the Sun
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance
Sophie Okonedo, A Raisin in the Sun
winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Sophie Okonedo, A Raisin in the Sun
Videos
VIDEO: Watch the Final Trailer for RATCHED on Netflix, Starring Sarah Paulson
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 8, 2020
VIDEO: Check Out the Official Trailer for Disney's CHRISTOPHER ROBIN
by Macon Prickett - May 25, 2018
VIDEO: Disney Unveils Official Trailer For Upcoming CHRISTOPHER ROBIN Film
by Macon Prickett - Mar 6, 2018
VIDEO: BWW Exclusive - Sneak Peek at THE HOLLOW CROWN: THE WAR OF ROSES (Part 2)
by BWW
News Desk - Dec 18, 2016
VIDEO: BWW Exclusive - Sneak Peek at THE HOLLOW CROWN: THE WAR OF ROSES (Part 2)
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 15, 2016
VIDEO: Sophie Okonedo Stars in BBC America's Political Thriller UNDERCOVER, Debuting Tonight
by TV News Desk - Nov 16, 2016
VIDEO: First Look - Sophie Okonedo Stars in BBC America's Political Thriller UNDERCOVER
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 21, 2016
VIDEO: Saoirse Ronan on Playing Abigail Williams in THE CRUCIBLE: 'She's the Worst!'
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 15, 2016
VIDEO: Saoirse Ronan Talks THE CRUCIBLE; Competes in 'Catchphrase' on TONIGHT
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 23, 2016
VIDEO: Saoirse Ronan & Ben Whishaw Talk On-Stage Chemistry in THE CRUCIBLE
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 21, 2016
STAGE TUBE: In Case You Missed It- Theater Talk's Tribute to Ruby Dee
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 13, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Acceptance Speech Highlights II: Sophie Okonedo, Bryan Cranston, JRB
by Matt Tamanini - Jun 9, 2014
TV: A RAISIN IN THE SUN's Sophie Okonedo on Winning the 2014 Tony for Best Featured Actress in a Play
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 8, 2014
TV: On the Scene at the 2014 Theatre World Awards with Winners Levi, Cranston, Karimloo, O'Dowd & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2014
News
What Are the Great American Plays?
Great American plays often capture key moments, issues, and themes that define American life, culture, and history, making them essential parts of the American theatrical canon. Which playwrights do you think made the list?
Great American plays often capture key moments, issues, and themes that define American life, culture, and history, making them essential parts of the American theatrical canon. Which playwrights do you think made the list?
Annie Baker's JANET PLANET to Begin Streaming Exclusively On Max in November
A24’s JANET PLANET, written and directed by Annie Baker, will make its streaming debut on Max on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1. The film will debut on HBO linear on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
A24’s JANET PLANET, written and directed by Annie Baker, will make its streaming debut on Max on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1. The film will debut on HBO linear on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
The T.S. Eliot Lecture 2024 Will Feature Ralph Fiennes
The ninth annual T.S. Eliot Lecture on December 15th at 6pm will feature Ralph Fiennes reading and then discussing his relationship with T.S. Eliot’s poem Four Quartets, marking the 80th anniversary of its first publication as a single volume in 1944.
The ninth annual T.S. Eliot Lecture on December 15th at 6pm will feature Ralph Fiennes reading and then discussing his relationship with T.S. Eliot’s poem Four Quartets, marking the 80th anniversary of its first publication as a single volume in 1944.
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.
Shakespeare Theatre Company announced a book event featuring Michael Kahn and Simon Godwin, discussing their experiences and insights.
Annie Baker's JANET PLANET Now Available to Watch at Home
Janet Planet, the feature drama written and directed by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Annie Baker, is now available to stream from all major platforms. The cast includes Julianne Nicholson, Zoe Ziegler, Elias Koteas, Will Patton, and Sophie Okonedo.
Janet Planet, the feature drama written and directed by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Annie Baker, is now available to stream from all major platforms. The cast includes Julianne Nicholson, Zoe Ziegler, Elias Koteas, Will Patton, and Sophie Okonedo.
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.
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.
Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners
The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!
The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!
BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions
The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
Video: Watch the Trailer For JANET PLANET
Watch the official trailer for Janet Planet, Annie Baker’s stunning, luminous coming-of-age film debut. Starring Julianne Nicholson, Zoe Ziegler, Elias Koteas, Will Patton, and Sophie Okonedo.
Watch the official trailer for Janet Planet, Annie Baker’s stunning, luminous coming-of-age film debut. Starring Julianne Nicholson, Zoe Ziegler, Elias Koteas, Will Patton, and Sophie Okonedo.
Andrew Scott, David Tennant & More Win U.K. Critics' Circle Theatre Awards
See who won U.K. Critics Circle Theatre Awards. Learn more about the awards and read the full list of winners.
See who won U.K. Critics Circle Theatre Awards. Learn more about the awards and read the full list of winners.
SUNSET BOULEVARD, PLAZA SUITE, and More Nominated For Olivier Awards; Full List!
The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!
The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!
Apple TV+ Renews SLOW HORSES For Season Five
Apple TV+ announced a fifth season for the broadly acclaimed, darkly comedic spy drama “Slow Horses,” following its season three finale. The five-time BAFTA Award-nominated series stars Academy Award winner Gary Oldman, who was recently honored with a Golden Globe nomination for his outstanding performance as the irascible Jackson Lamb.
Apple TV+ announced a fifth season for the broadly acclaimed, darkly comedic spy drama “Slow Horses,” following its season three finale. The five-time BAFTA Award-nominated series stars Academy Award winner Gary Oldman, who was recently honored with a Golden Globe nomination for his outstanding performance as the irascible Jackson Lamb.
SUNSET BOULEVARD, VANYA, and More Win Big at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards; Full List of Winners!
The Evening Standard Theatre Awards were held last night, November 19. Among the big winners this year were Sunset Boulevard, starring Nicole Scherzinger, as well as Jack Thorne's The Motive and the Cue, Andrew Scott for Vanya, and more. Check out the full list of winners here!
The Evening Standard Theatre Awards were held last night, November 19. Among the big winners this year were Sunset Boulevard, starring Nicole Scherzinger, as well as Jack Thorne's The Motive and the Cue, Andrew Scott for Vanya, and more. Check out the full list of winners here!
Video: Apple Drops the SLOW HORSES Season Three Trailer Starring Gary Oldman
The ensemble cast also includes Academy Award-nominee Kristin Scott Thomas, BAFTA Scotland Award-winner Jack Lowden, Saskia Reeves, Rosalind Eleazar, Christopher Chung, Freddie Fox, Chris Reilly, Samuel West, Sophie Okonedo, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Kadiff Kirwan and Academy Award-nominee Jonathan Pryce. Watch the video trailer!
The ensemble cast also includes Academy Award-nominee Kristin Scott Thomas, BAFTA Scotland Award-winner Jack Lowden, Saskia Reeves, Rosalind Eleazar, Christopher Chung, Freddie Fox, Chris Reilly, Samuel West, Sophie Okonedo, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Kadiff Kirwan and Academy Award-nominee Jonathan Pryce. Watch the video trailer!
Full Cast and Team Set for MACBETH, Starring Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the location, cast, and creative team for the highly-anticipated spring production of Macbeth. Directed by STC Artistic Director Simon Godwin, Macbeth stars Tony and BAFTA Award-winner Ralph Fiennes and Olivier Award-winner Indira Varma as the leading lord and lady. Learn more about the location, cast, and creative team here!
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the location, cast, and creative team for the highly-anticipated spring production of Macbeth. Directed by STC Artistic Director Simon Godwin, Macbeth stars Tony and BAFTA Award-winner Ralph Fiennes and Olivier Award-winner Indira Varma as the leading lord and lady. Learn more about the location, cast, and creative team here!
The National Theatre's Learning Activity is Now in Every Local Authority in the UK
The National Theatre’s Learning activity is now present in every local authority across the UK through its in-person and digital programmes. The NT’s active engagement with schools, teachers and young people is a key part of its mission to support the next generation of theatre makers and creators across the UK. The NT aims to inspire creativity, fire imaginations and boost skills for the future workforce of the sector and to build a more creative nation.
The National Theatre’s Learning activity is now present in every local authority across the UK through its in-person and digital programmes. The NT’s active engagement with schools, teachers and young people is a key part of its mission to support the next generation of theatre makers and creators across the UK. The NT aims to inspire creativity, fire imaginations and boost skills for the future workforce of the sector and to build a more creative nation.
VOGUE WORLD Launches London Fund for the Performing Arts
Vogue will donate 100% of net proceeds from ticket sales to Vogue World: London to arts and cultural organisations in London. Vogue World: London will be held on 14 September at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Vogue will donate 100% of net proceeds from ticket sales to Vogue World: London to arts and cultural organisations in London. Vogue World: London will be held on 14 September at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Video: Gal Gadot Leads HEART OF STONE Film Trailer on Netflix
The official trailer for HEART OF STONE debuted out of the TUDUM Global Fan Event in Brazil. Gal Gadot, Jamie Dornan and Alia Bhatt were introduced to the TUDUM stage to the sound of 'Quiet', a new original song made for the movie by artist Noga Erez. The song will be available later this Summer. Watch the new video trailer now!
The official trailer for HEART OF STONE debuted out of the TUDUM Global Fan Event in Brazil. Gal Gadot, Jamie Dornan and Alia Bhatt were introduced to the TUDUM stage to the sound of 'Quiet', a new original song made for the movie by artist Noga Erez. The song will be available later this Summer. Watch the new video trailer now!
Tim Crouch's AN OAK TREE Returns This Summer
Francesca Moody Productions has announced the return of Tim Crouch's landmark production An Oak Tree. The acclaimed play will run at Wickham Theatre Bristol from 8 – 10 June, Festival d'Avignon 6 – 11 July and The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh from 4 – 27 August.
Francesca Moody Productions has announced the return of Tim Crouch's landmark production An Oak Tree. The acclaimed play will run at Wickham Theatre Bristol from 8 – 10 June, Festival d'Avignon 6 – 11 July and The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh from 4 – 27 August.
Show Of The Week: Tickets from £25 for MEDEA Starring Sophie Okonedo
Show Of The Week: Tickets from £25 for Medea @sohoplace 'A blazing Sophie Okonedo makes this spartan production a must-see' Evening Standard
Show Of The Week: Tickets from £25 for Medea @sohoplace 'A blazing Sophie Okonedo makes this spartan production a must-see' Evening Standard
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sophie Okonedo been in?
Sophie Okonedo has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Sophie Okonedo been in?
Sophie Okonedo has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.
What was Sophie Okonedo's first West End show?
Sophie Okonedo's first West End show was Haunted Child which opened in 2011
What awards has Sophie Okonedo been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Crucible, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Arthur Miller's The Crucible, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Raisin in the Sun, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Raisin in the Sun, Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for A Raisin in the Sun and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for A Raisin in the Sun.
What awards has Sophie Okonedo won?
Sophie Okonedo has won the Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance at the Theatre World Awards for her role in A Raisin in the Sun. She also received the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play, also for A Raisin in the Sun.
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