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Stacy Keach

Birth Place: Savannah, GA, USA

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BIO

LCT: Other Desert Cities (Outer Critics Circle Award nomination). Broadway: Love Letters, Indians (Tony nom., Drama Desk Award), Deathtrap, Solitary Confinement, The Kentucky Cycle (Helen Hayes Award). NYSF: Falstaff, Henry IV Parts I and II; the title roles in Peer Gynt and Hamlet (Obie Award). Other NYC: MacBird (Obie and Drama Desk awards), Long Day's Journey Into Night (Obie Award). Tours: Frost/Nixon (Helen Hayes Award), Sleuth, Barnum, Camelot, The King and I. UK: Art, Hughie (National Theatre). Regional: Title role, Cyrano de Bergerac, King Lear (2010 Helen Hayes Award), Finishing the Picture. Films include The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter, End of the Road, The New Centurions, Doc, Fat City, Luther, The Long Riders, The Ninth Configuration, Up in Smoke, Nice Dreams, Judge Roy Bean, Escape From L.A., American History X, W., Imbued (also composed the score); upcoming The Bourne Legacy and Planes. TV: "Mike Hammer," "Hemingway" (Golden Globe Award, Emmy nom.), "Mistral's Daughter," "The Blue and the Gray," "Titus," "Prison Break," "Lights Out," "Two and a Half Men," "Bored to Death" (upcoming). Other: nar- rates "American Greed," charter member L.A. Theater Works, 2011 Audie Award, "The Little Death" Mike Hammer radio novel (star and composer). Recently released first songs: "Anything for Money" and "Out of Work Blues." Twenty-eight years, Honorary Chairman, the Cleft Palate Foundation.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Andrew Makepeace Ladd III [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2011
Lyman Wyeth

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Production, 2011
Lyman Wyeth

[Broadway]
1993
Ezekiel Rowen (1861)

Jed Rowen (1890)

Joshua Rowen (1954)

Gun Thug

Joshua Rowen (1975)

Michael Rowen (1775)

Michael Rowen (1776)

Michael Rowen (1792)

[Broadway]
1992
Richard Jannings

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1981
Phineas Taylor Barnum

[Broadway]
1978
Sidney Bruhl [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1972
Hamlet

[Off-Broadway]
1971
James Tyrone Jr.

[Broadway]
1969
Buffalo Bill

[Off-Broadway]
1969
Boyg who is Peer Gynt

Peer Gynt

[Broadway]
1968
Edmund

[Off-Broadway]
1968
Sir John Falstaff

[Off-Broadway]
1968
Sir John Falstaff

[Off-Broadway]
1967
August (Demonstration)

The Man (Man and Dog)

[Off-Broadway]
1967
MacBird

[Broadway]
1966
Performer

[Broadway]
1965
Mr. Horner

[Broadway]
1965
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1964
Marcellus/ First Player


Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

Stacy Keach, Other Desert Cities


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - The Robert Prosky Award for Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Play

Stacy KeachKing Lear


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

Stacy KeachFrost/Nixon

Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Play

Stacy KeachMacbeth

Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Stacy Keach , The Kentucky Cycle

Helen Hayes Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

Stacy KeachSolitary Confinement

Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Production

Stacy KeachRichard III


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Performance

Stacy Keach, Hamlet


winner
Obie Awards - 1973 - Distinguished Performances

Stacy Keach, Hamlet


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Vernon Rice Award

Stacy Keach, Long Day's Journey Into Night


winner
Obie Awards - 1971 - Performance

Stacy Keach, Long Day's Journey Into Night


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1970 - Outstanding Performance

Stacy Keach, Indians

Tony Awards - 1970 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Stacy Keach , Indians


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1967 - Best Performance

Stacy Keach, MacBird!


winner
Obie Awards - 1967 - Performance

Stacy Keach, MacBird!

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THE GOLDBERG-VARIATIONS By George Tabori to be Presented at Theater for the New City

THEATER FOR THE NEW CITY will present THE GOLDBERG-VARIATIONS by George Tabori, running this fall. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Rubicon Theatre's Summer Youth Education Program Will Present FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, JR. Next Weekend

Rubicon Theatre Company’s Summer Youth Education Program will present FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, JR. Performances run from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28 at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura.
Rubicon Theatre Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Summer Youth Education with 4 Youth Productions

Rubicon Theatre celebrates 25 years of its Summer Youth Education Program with four youth productions, including FROZEN KIDS and RICHARD III, showcasing young talent and diverse theatrical performances.
Marcy Carsey To Be Honored at LATW 50th Anniversary Gala at The Broad

Marcy Carsey will be honored at LATW's 50th Anniversary Gala on June 2 at The Broad in Santa Monica. Learn more and join the celebration of her contributions to the entertainment industry.
24 Theater Books for Your Spring 2024 Reading List

Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.
Rubicon Theatre Company Receives $1.5 Million Gift From State of California

Rubicon Theatre Company receives $1.5 million gift from State of California during opening night of 'The World Goes 'Round' in Ventura.
Rubicon Theatre Company to Present Kander & Ebb Musical Revue THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND Directed By Wren T. Brown

Rubicon Theatre Company will present 'THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND,' a Kander & Ebb Musical Revue directed by Wren T. Brown. Get all the details about the opening night on December 9th at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura!
Rubicon Theatre Company to Present AN EVENING WITH RAINN WILSON at the Ventura Center for Spiritual Living in Ventura

Rubicon Theatre Company will present 'An Evening with Rainn Wilson' at the Ventura Center for Spiritual Living in Ventura. This event is the first in a new series at Rubicon.
LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Extends at El Portal Theatre

Love Among the Ruins has been extended on additional week.  Learn more about how to get tickets to the new shows here!
Rubicon Theatre Company to Present LIFESPAN OF A FACT, ONCE, and More in 25th Silver Anniversary Season

RUBICON THEATRE, Ventura County’s leading not-for-profit theatrical organization committed to entertaining, engaging and enriching the lives of the region’s residents and visitors through innovative live performances, has unveiled the company’s highly anticipated 25th Anniversary “Silver” Season, entitled TRULY YOURS. 
Rubicon Theatre Company to Present THE PLATTERS: MANY VOICES ONE NAME This Month

Rubicon Theatre, Ventura County's leading not-for-profit theatrical organization committed to entertaining, engaging and enriching the community through live performance, will present the grand finale of the company's Summer Concert Series with the iconic vocal group, “THE PLATTERS: MANY VOICES ONE NAME,” performing live on August 25, 26, and 27.
Rubicon Theatre Company Youth Education Program to Present KIDS FOR KIDS BENEFIT CONCERT Next Saturday

Rubicon Theatre, Ventura County's leading not-for-profit professional theatre company, committed to entertaining, engaging and enriching the community through live performance, has announced the eagerly anticipated Kids for Kids Benefit Concert, “WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW…” an enchanting evening of music and entertainment featuring the timeless melodies of Burt Bacharach and Friends, Saturday, August 19th at 7:00 PM.
Jennifer Leigh Warren to Perform at Rubicon Theatre Company's DINE & DELIGHT Fundraising Dinner

Rubicon Theatre will present 'DINE & DELIGHT' a private Winemaker’s Dinner hosted by WATER’S EDGE RESTAURANT. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Rubicon Theatre Company to Present THE ADDAMS FAMILY, PIPPIN, and More in Summer Season

Rubicon Theatre Company, Ventura County's leading not-for-profit theatrical organization committed to entertaining, engaging and enriching the community through live performance, has unveiled its highly anticipated 2023 Summer Education Season, this year entitled “Love Conquers All.”
LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Announced At The El Portal Theatre Begins October 6

JoBeth Williams (“Poltergeist,” “The Big Chill”) and Peter Strauss (“Rich Man, Poor Man,” “The Jericho Mile”) star in the romantic Love Among the Ruins, written by James G. Hirsch and Robert A. Papazian, from a film script by James Costigan. Love Among the Ruins is a Papazian Hirsch presentation  and is directed by Michael Arabian.
MOSTLY BROADWAY - An Evening with David Burnham is Coming to Rubicon Theatre This Summer

Rubicon Theatre of Ventura will present the third event in the company’s Summer Concert series on Saturday, June 3 at 7 p.m. – “MOSTLY BROADWAY: AN EVENING WITH DAVID BURNHAM.”
Rubicon Theatre Company to Present THE DRIFTERS & CORNELL GUNTER'S COASTERS Concert Next Month

Rubicon Theatre of Ventura will present the second event in the company’s May Concert series on Friday and Saturday, May 19th and 20th. Making their celebrated return after their sold-out Rubicon shows in 2019, these two legendary groups are teaming up again for an unforgettable concert experience.
Rubicon Theatre Company to Present UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL: AMANDA McBROOM IN CONCERT in May

Rubicon Theatre of Ventura will present the first event in the company's May Concert series on Saturday, May 13 at 7 p.m. – “AMANDA McBROOM: UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL.” The legendary singer-songwriter and actress will captivate audiences with her stunning voice and masterful songwriting in an intimate and unforgettable performance.
Harris Center for the Arts to Present Taylor Dayne & Sheena Easton in April

HARRIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS will present two exceptional music performances in one evening. Taylor Dayne and Sheena Easton will perform beginning at 8:00 PM on Sunday, April 30. Between them, these two pop icons have garnered nine GRAMMY Award nominations, two GRAMMY Awards, two Billboard Music awards, one American Music Award, six Platinum albums, five Gold albums, 39 Billboard Top 20 singles, and 11 #1 Billboard singles.
Solea Pfeiffer & More Join Ato Blankson-Wood Led HAMLET at Free Shakespeare in the Park

The Public Theater announced additional casting for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Shakespeare’s HAMLET, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. See who is starring, performance dates & more!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Stacy Keach been in?

Stacy Keach has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

How many West End shows has Stacy Keach been in?

Stacy Keach has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Stacy Keach been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Other Desert Cities, The Robert Prosky Award for Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for King Lear, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Frost/Nixon, Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Macbeth, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Kentucky Cycle, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Solitary Confinement , Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Hamlet, Distinguished Performances (Obie Awards) for Hamlet, Vernon Rice Award (Drama Desk Awards) for Long Day's Journey Into Night, Performance (Obie Awards) for Long Day's Journey Into Night, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Indians, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Indians, Best Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for MacBird! and Performance (Obie Awards) for MacBird!.

What awards has Stacy Keach won?

Stacy Keach has received several prestigious awards throughout his career. He was honored with the Robert Prosky Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Resident Play at the Helen Hayes Awards for his role in King Lear. Additionally, he won the award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for Frost/Nixon. Keach's performance in Hamlet earned him the Outstanding Performance Award at the Drama Desk Awards, as well as the Distinguished Performance Award from the Obie Awards. He also received the Vernon Rice Award at the Drama Desk Awards for Long Day's Journey Into Night, along with the Performance Award from the Obie Awards for the same production. His performance in Indians won him the Outstanding Performance Award at the Drama Desk Awards, and he received the Best Performance Award at the Drama Desk Awards for MacBird! In addition, he was recognized with the Performance Award from the Obie Awards for MacBird!.

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