Tom Conti
Birth Place: Paisley, SCOTLAND
Latest News on Tom Conti:
SHIRLEY VALENTINE Comes to the Dukes, Lancaster (Nov 1, 2024)
BLOOD BROTHERS Will Return On UK Tour This Autumn (Jul 17, 2024)
Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti and Anne Reid Will Lead Reading of LETTICE AND LOVAGE (Mar 8, 2024)
SHIRLEY VALENTINE Comes to the Dukes, Lancaster (Nov 1, 2024)
BLOOD BROTHERS Will Return On UK Tour This Autumn (Jul 17, 2024)
Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti and Anne Reid Will Lead Reading of LETTICE AND LOVAGE (Mar 8, 2024)
BIO
Tommaso Antonio Conti is a Scottish actor. He has received numerous accolades including a Tony Award and a Laurence Olivier Award as well as nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award and two Golden Globe Awards.
He won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play and the Laurence Olivier Award for Actor of the Year in a New Play in role in Whose Life Is It Anyway? which he performed on Broadway and the West End in 1978 and 1979. He also directed the Frank D. Gilroy play Last Licks (1979) on Broadway. Conti returned to the West End portraying Jeffrey Bernard in the Keith Waterhouse play Jeffrey Bernard Is Unwell (1989).
He received an Academy Award for Best Actor nomination for Reuben, Reuben (1983). Conti also acted in such films as The Duellists (1977), Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence (1983), Saving Grace (1986), The Quick and the Dead (1987), Shirley Valentine (1989), The Tempest (2010), The Dark Knight Rises (2012), and Paddington 2 (2017). He portrayed Albert Einstein in Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer (2023).
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STAGE CREDITS
[West End]
London Production, 1980
Vernon Gersch
Vernon Gersch [Replacement]
Productions
Movies
Galileo
[ 1975 ] Andrea Sarti man
[ 1975 ] Andrea Sarti man
Slade in Flame
[ 1975 ] Robert Seymour
[ 1975 ] Robert Seymour
The Duellists
[ 1977 ] Dr. Jacquin
[ 1977 ] Dr. Jacquin
The Haunting of Julia
[ 1977 ] Mark Berkeley
[ 1977 ] Mark Berkeley
Eclipse
[ 1977 ] Tom, Geoffrey
[ 1977 ] Tom, Geoffrey
Reuben, Reuben
[ 1983 ] Gowan McGland
[ 1983 ] Gowan McGland
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
[ 1983 ] Lawrence
[ 1983 ] Lawrence
American Dreamer
[ 1984 ] Alan McMann
[ 1984 ] Alan McMann
Saving Grace
[ 1986 ] Pope Leo XIV
[ 1986 ] Pope Leo XIV
Miracles
[ 1986 ] Roger
[ 1986 ] Roger
The Gospel According to Vic
[ 1986 ] Vic Mathews
[ 1986 ] Vic Mathews
Beyond Therapy
[ 1987 ] Stuart
[ 1987 ] Stuart
Two Brothers Running
[ 1988 ] Moses Bornstein
[ 1988 ] Moses Bornstein
That Summer of White Roses
[ 1989 ] Andrija Gavrilovic
[ 1989 ] Andrija Gavrilovic
Shirley Valentine
[ 1989 ] Cost
[ 1989 ] Cost
The Siege of Venice
[ 1991 ] Conte Angelo di Bosconero
[ 1991 ] Conte Angelo di Bosconero
Someone Else's America
[ 1995 ] Alonso
[ 1995 ] Alonso
Out of Control
[ 1998 ] Eddie
[ 1998 ] Eddie
Something to Believe In
[ 1998 ] Monsignor Calogero
[ 1998 ] Monsignor Calogero
Don't Go Breaking My Heart
[ 1999 ] Dr. Fiedler
[ 1999 ] Dr. Fiedler
The Enemy
[ 2001 ] Insp. John Cregar
[ 2001 ] Insp. John Cregar
Derailed
[ 2005 ] Eliot Firth
[ 2005 ] Eliot Firth
Almost Heaven
[ 2006 ] Bert Gordon
[ 2006 ] Bert Gordon
Rabbit Fever
[ 2006 ] Prof Rosenberg
[ 2006 ] Prof Rosenberg
Paid
[ 2006 ] Rudi
[ 2006 ] Rudi
O Jerusalem
[ 2006 ] Sir Cunningham
[ 2006 ] Sir Cunningham
Dangerous Parking
[ 2007 ] Doc Baker
[ 2007 ] Doc Baker
Deeply Irresponsible
[ 2007 ] Nate 2007
[ 2007 ] Nate 2007
Blind Revenge
[ 2009 ] Sir Paul
[ 2009 ] Sir Paul
The Tempest
[ 2010 ] Gonzalo
[ 2010 ] Gonzalo
Run for Your Wife
[ 2012 ] Actor
[ 2012 ] Actor
StreetDance 2
[ 2012 ] Manu
[ 2012 ] Manu
The Dark Knight Rises
[ 2012 ] Prisoner
[ 2012 ] Prisoner
City Slacker
[ 2012 ] Ray
[ 2012 ] Ray
Paddington 2
[ 2017 ] Judge Gerald Biggleswade
[ 2017 ] Judge Gerald Biggleswade
Peripheral
[ 2018 ] Gilmore Trent
[ 2018 ] Gilmore Trent
Oppenheimer
[ 2023 ] Albert Einstein
[ 2023 ] Albert Einstein
TV Shows
Deadline
Si Beekman
Si Beekman
Donovan
Joe Donovan
Joe Donovan
Jackanory
Storyteller
Storyteller
This Man Craig
Colin Andrews, Pizza, Mr. Forrest
Colin Andrews, Pizza, Mr. Forrest
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 1980 - Actor of the Year in a Musical
Tom Conti, They're Playing Our Song
Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Tom Conti, Whose Life is it Anyway?
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1979 - Best Performance
Tom Conti, Whose Life Is It Anyway?
winner
Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Tom Conti , Who's Life Is It Anyway?
winner
Olivier Awards - 1978 - Actor of the Year in a New Play
Tom ContiWhose Life Is It Anyway?
Olivier Awards - 1976 - Actor of the Year in a Revival
Tom ContiDon Juan and The Devil's Disciple, RSC
News
SHIRLEY VALENTINE Comes to the Dukes, Lancaster
Mina Anwar will reprise title role in Willy Russell’s iconic one-woman show. The Octagon Theatre Bolton’s critically acclaimed 2020 production of Willy Russell’s beloved comedy, Shirley Valentine, is back and will come to The Dukes from Wed 12th - Sat 22nd March.
Mina Anwar will reprise title role in Willy Russell’s iconic one-woman show. The Octagon Theatre Bolton’s critically acclaimed 2020 production of Willy Russell’s beloved comedy, Shirley Valentine, is back and will come to The Dukes from Wed 12th - Sat 22nd March.
BLOOD BROTHERS Will Return On UK Tour This Autumn
Bill Kenwright Ltd's award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers will continue to tour across the UK with latest dates and venues announced for Autumn 2024, opening on 20 August at the Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff.
Bill Kenwright Ltd's award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers will continue to tour across the UK with latest dates and venues announced for Autumn 2024, opening on 20 August at the Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff.
Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti and Anne Reid Will Lead Reading of LETTICE AND LOVAGE
Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti and Anne Reid will lead a rehearsed reading of Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer, in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK. The reading is directed by Loveday Ingram.
Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti and Anne Reid will lead a rehearsed reading of Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer, in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK. The reading is directed by Loveday Ingram.
Details Revealed For Upcoming Tours of BLOOD BROTHERS, CALENDAR GIRLS, and More in 2024
Bill Kenwright Ltd has announced their upcoming Spring 2024 touring productions, which include Blood Brothers, Calendar Girls the Musical, Twelve Angry men, and Sleuth. Casting and tour dates have been revealed for all four touring productions. Learn more about the full lineup below!
Bill Kenwright Ltd has announced their upcoming Spring 2024 touring productions, which include Blood Brothers, Calendar Girls the Musical, Twelve Angry men, and Sleuth. Casting and tour dates have been revealed for all four touring productions. Learn more about the full lineup below!
BLOOD BROTHERS Returns to Theatre Royal Brighton Next Month
Bill Kenwright's production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers continues to tour across the UK. The much-loved musical, known for sell out houses across the country, returns to Theatre Royal Brighton from Tuesday 3 to Saturday 7 October 2023.
Bill Kenwright's production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers continues to tour across the UK. The much-loved musical, known for sell out houses across the country, returns to Theatre Royal Brighton from Tuesday 3 to Saturday 7 October 2023.
ALONE TOGETHER The Topical New Play By Simon Williams, Confirms Extension
Bill Kenwright, together with his Theatre Royal Windsor, has announced that Judge John Deed stars Martin Shaw and Jenny Seagrove continue in an extended run of the world premiere of the funny and sad play ALONE TOGETHER - a new, witty, tender and thought-provoking play by Windsor-born actor/writer Simon Williams.
Bill Kenwright, together with his Theatre Royal Windsor, has announced that Judge John Deed stars Martin Shaw and Jenny Seagrove continue in an extended run of the world premiere of the funny and sad play ALONE TOGETHER - a new, witty, tender and thought-provoking play by Windsor-born actor/writer Simon Williams.
Patrick Duffy, Tristan Gemmill & More to Star in TWELVE ANGRY MEN UK Tour
Get all the details about the upcoming TWELVE ANGRY MEN UK Tour featuring TV stars Patrick Duffy and Tristan Gemmill. Don't miss the opportunity to see this incredible cast in action!
Get all the details about the upcoming TWELVE ANGRY MEN UK Tour featuring TV stars Patrick Duffy and Tristan Gemmill. Don't miss the opportunity to see this incredible cast in action!
OPPENHEIMER Soundtrack Released Today
The Oppenheimer Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, a new film by Christopher Nolan with music by Grammy®, Emmy®, and Academy Award® winning composer Ludwig Göransson. To create the score for Oppenheimer, Christopher Nolan turned again to Oscar®-winning composer Ludwig Göransson (Black Panther films), who had written the music for Tenet.
The Oppenheimer Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, a new film by Christopher Nolan with music by Grammy®, Emmy®, and Academy Award® winning composer Ludwig Göransson. To create the score for Oppenheimer, Christopher Nolan turned again to Oscar®-winning composer Ludwig Göransson (Black Panther films), who had written the music for Tenet.
Martin Shaw Will Lead World Premiere of ALONE TOGETHER at Theatre Royal Windsor
Judge John Deed stars Martin Shaw and Jenny Seagrove will reunite for the first time in a world premiere of the comedy ALONE TOGETHER - a new, witty, tender and thought-provoking play by Windsor-born actor/writer Simon Williams, for a two week run from Monday 7 August – Saturday 19 August 2023 at Theatre Royal Windsor.
Judge John Deed stars Martin Shaw and Jenny Seagrove will reunite for the first time in a world premiere of the comedy ALONE TOGETHER - a new, witty, tender and thought-provoking play by Windsor-born actor/writer Simon Williams, for a two week run from Monday 7 August – Saturday 19 August 2023 at Theatre Royal Windsor.
BLOOD BROTHERS UK Tour Sets New Dates and Venues
Bill Kenwright's legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers will continue to tour across the UK with latest dates, venues and casting revealed.
Bill Kenwright's legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers will continue to tour across the UK with latest dates, venues and casting revealed.
Tyne Daly, John Glover & More to Star in A BRIEF CRACK OF LIGHT Industry Readings
Walking Path Entertainment, LLC will present two private industry readings (by invitation only) of A Brief Crack of Light, a play written by William Semans and Roy M. Close.
Walking Path Entertainment, LLC will present two private industry readings (by invitation only) of A Brief Crack of Light, a play written by William Semans and Roy M. Close.
Full Cast Announced For BLOOD BROTHERS, Including the Return of Niki Colwell Evans and Sean Jones
Bill Kenwright's legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, BLOOD BROTHERS returns to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre this autumn. The much-loved musical, performed to sell-out houses on its recent UK tour and returns with gusto from 13 – 17 September 2022.
Bill Kenwright's legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, BLOOD BROTHERS returns to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre this autumn. The much-loved musical, performed to sell-out houses on its recent UK tour and returns with gusto from 13 – 17 September 2022.
Theatre Royal Windsor Presents Bill Kenwright's Multi Award-Winning Production Of BLOOD BROTHERS
Bill Kenwright's legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers returns to the stage in 2022 for a 16-week tour from 14 January at Theatre Royal Windsor. The much-loved musical, performed to sell-out houses on its recent 2021 UK tour and returns with gusto, running nationally from 14 January – 07 May 2022.
Bill Kenwright's legendary, award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers returns to the stage in 2022 for a 16-week tour from 14 January at Theatre Royal Windsor. The much-loved musical, performed to sell-out houses on its recent 2021 UK tour and returns with gusto, running nationally from 14 January – 07 May 2022.
Casting Announced For BLOOD BROTHERS At Birmingham Hippodrome
Bill Kenwright's legendary production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers returns to the stage. The much-loved musical, which performed to sell-out houses and standing ovations on its most recent UK tour in 2019-2020, returns with gusto to Birmingham Hippodrome this November.
Bill Kenwright's legendary production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers returns to the stage. The much-loved musical, which performed to sell-out houses and standing ovations on its most recent UK tour in 2019-2020, returns with gusto to Birmingham Hippodrome this November.
BLOOD BROTHERS Will Embark on UK Tour Beginning This Week
In celebration of the musicals' relaunch, Lyn Paul returns for her farewell tour in the iconic role of Mrs Johnstone, which she first made her own in London's West End.
In celebration of the musicals' relaunch, Lyn Paul returns for her farewell tour in the iconic role of Mrs Johnstone, which she first made her own in London's West End.
SHIRLEY VALENTINE Will Be Performed at The Esk Valley Theatre Next Month
Middle-aged Shirley Valentine, a bored housewife from Liverpool, takes a holiday to Greece with a friend who promptly abandons her for a holiday romance. Left alone, she meets the charming taverna owner, Costas.
Middle-aged Shirley Valentine, a bored housewife from Liverpool, takes a holiday to Greece with a friend who promptly abandons her for a holiday romance. Left alone, she meets the charming taverna owner, Costas.
3-D THEATRICALS Announces Wednesday Line-up Of Online Classes, Talkbacks, Workouts And More
Southern California's 3-D Theatricals' 3D+U has announced its WEDNESDAY LINE-UP. The spotlight is on YOU and we can get through this together. Being socially distant may be the biggest role you will ever have to play. Let's come together while being apart with workshops, workouts, classes and talkbacks.
Southern California's 3-D Theatricals' 3D+U has announced its WEDNESDAY LINE-UP. The spotlight is on YOU and we can get through this together. Being socially distant may be the biggest role you will ever have to play. Let's come together while being apart with workshops, workouts, classes and talkbacks.
Full Cast Announced For BLOOD BROTHERS 2020 Spring Tour
Bill Kenwright's 'Dazzling' (Sunday Telegraph) production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers continues into Spring 2020 from 4 February 2020 at Theatre Royal, Brighton. Starring Lyn Paul in the iconic role of Mrs Johnstone, she will be joined by Alexander Patmore as Mickey, Joel Benedict as Eddie, Danielle Corlass as Linda, Paula Tappenden as Mrs Lyons, Danny Taylor as Sammy and Robbie Scotcher as the narrator.
Bill Kenwright's 'Dazzling' (Sunday Telegraph) production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers continues into Spring 2020 from 4 February 2020 at Theatre Royal, Brighton. Starring Lyn Paul in the iconic role of Mrs Johnstone, she will be joined by Alexander Patmore as Mickey, Joel Benedict as Eddie, Danielle Corlass as Linda, Paula Tappenden as Mrs Lyons, Danny Taylor as Sammy and Robbie Scotcher as the narrator.
BLOOD BROTHERS Tour is Heading to Theatre Royal Brighton
Bill Kenwright's 'Dazzling' (Sunday Telegraph) production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers continues into Spring 2020 from 4 February 2020 at Theatre Royal Brighton. This iconic musical has been visiting theatres across the country throughout 2019, performing to sell out houses and receiving standing ovations.
Bill Kenwright's 'Dazzling' (Sunday Telegraph) production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers continues into Spring 2020 from 4 February 2020 at Theatre Royal Brighton. This iconic musical has been visiting theatres across the country throughout 2019, performing to sell out houses and receiving standing ovations.
BLOOD BROTHERS Announces 2020 Spring Tour Dates
Bill Kenwright's production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers continues into Spring 2020 from 4 February 2020 at Theatre Royal, Brighton. This iconic musical has been visiting theatres across the country throughout 2019, performing to sell-out houses and receiving standing ovations.
Bill Kenwright's production of the international smash hit musical Blood Brothers continues into Spring 2020 from 4 February 2020 at Theatre Royal, Brighton. This iconic musical has been visiting theatres across the country throughout 2019, performing to sell-out houses and receiving standing ovations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Tom Conti been in?
Tom Conti has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Tom Conti been in?
Tom Conti has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.
What was Tom Conti's first West End show?
Tom Conti's first West End show was They're Playing Our Song which opened in 1980
What awards has Tom Conti been nominated for?
Actor of the Year in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for They're Playing Our Song, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Whose Life is it Anyway? , Best Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Whose Life Is It Anyway?, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Who's Life Is It Anyway?, Actor of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for Whose Life Is It Anyway? and Actor of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for Don Juan and The Devil's Disciple, RSC.
What awards has Tom Conti won?
Tom Conti has won the following awards: Best Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Whose Life Is It Anyway? Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Who's Life Is It Anyway? and Actor of the Year in a New Play at the Olivier Awards for Whose Life Is It Anyway?
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