Vanessa Redgrave
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
Latest News on Vanessa Redgrave:
THE LINEUP WITH SUSIE MOSHER to End Performances at Birdland (Oct 19, 2024)
THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING to be Presented at Main Street Theater (Sep 26, 2024)
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Will Arrive on Broadway in 2025 (Aug 6, 2024)
THE LINEUP WITH SUSIE MOSHER to End Performances at Birdland (Oct 19, 2024)
THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING to be Presented at Main Street Theater (Sep 26, 2024)
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Will Arrive on Broadway in 2025 (Aug 6, 2024)
BIO
Redgrave's many stage credits include The Aspern Papers (Olivier Award for Best Actress), Lady Windermere's Fan, Daniel Deronda, The Threepenny Opera, Design for Living and The Lady from the Sea in the West End; The Year of Magical Thinking (also on Broadway), The Cherry Orchard and Not About Nightingales at The National Theatre; Driving Miss Daisy, Long Day's Journey into Night (Tony Award for Best Actress) and Vita and Virginia on Broadway; The Tempest, As You Like It and A Midsummer Night's Dream for the RSC; and Much Ado About Nothing at the Old Vic. Notable film appearances include Coriolanus opposite Ralph Fiennes, Evening, Venus, Howard's End, Mrs Dalloway, Atonement, The Whistleblower, A Man for All Seasons and Camelot. Her television appearances include Nip/Tuck, The Day of the Tiffid and Call the Midwife. She is a six-time Oscar nominee and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Julia. During her career Vanessa has also won the Emmy, BAFTA, Cannes, Golden Globe, and the Screen Actors Guild awards. She received the 2010 BAFTA Fellowship, is a 2003 American Theatre Hall of Fame inductee and was made CBE in 1967.
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Awards and Nominations
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Evening Standard Awards - 2015 - Editor's Award
Vanessa Redgrave
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Vanessa Redgrave, The Revisionist
Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award
Vanessa Redgrave, The Revisionist
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Vanessa Redgrave , The Revisionist
The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Lead Actress
Vanessa Redgrave, The Revisionist
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Leading Actress in a Play
Vanessa Redgrave, Driving Miss Daisy
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Vanessa Redgrave, Driving Miss Daisy
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Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Vanessa Redgrave, The Year of Magical Thinking
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Vanessa Redgrave, The Year of Magical Thinking
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production
Vanessa RedgraveHecuba
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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Vanessa Redgrave, Long Day's Journey Into Night
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Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Vanessa Redgrave, Long Day's Journey into Night
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Vanessa Redgrave , Antony and Cleopatra
Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Actress
Vanessa RedgraveJohn Gabriel Borkman
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Obie Awards - 1995 - Performance
Vanessa Redgrave, Vita & Virginia
Olivier Awards - 1992 - The Observer Award for Outstanding Achievement
Vanessa RedgraveWhen She Danced
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Evening Standard Awards - 1991 - Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress
Vanessa RedgraveWhen She Danced
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1990 - Best Actress - Play
Vanessa Redgrave, Orpheus Descending
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1990 - Best Actress - Play
Vanessa Redgrave, Orpheus Descending
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Actress of the Year in a Revival
Vanessa RedgraveA Touch Of The Poet
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Evening Standard Awards - 1985 - Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress
Vanessa RedgraveThe Seagull
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Olivier Awards - 1984 - Actress of the Year in a Revival
Vanessa RedgraveThe Aspern Papers
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Evening Standard Awards - 1979 - Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress
Vanessa RedgraveThe Lady from the Sea
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1976 - Best Performances
Vanessa Redgrave, The Lady from the Sea
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Evening Standard Awards - 1961 - Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress
Vanessa RedgraveThe Lady from the Sea
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STAGE TUBE: Jesse Eisenberg Chats His Play THE REVISIONIST at The Wallis
by Stage Tube - Mar 30, 2016
TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with Stage and Screen Legend Vanessa Redgrave
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Dec 7, 2014
News
THE LINEUP WITH SUSIE MOSHER to End Performances at Birdland
According to a Facebook post from host and creator Susie Mosher, the weekly variety show The Lineup will no longer be held at Birdland following their final performance on Tuesday, October 29th.
According to a Facebook post from host and creator Susie Mosher, the weekly variety show The Lineup will no longer be held at Birdland following their final performance on Tuesday, October 29th.
THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING to be Presented at Main Street Theater
Main Street Theater will present THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING by Joan Didion, featuring Pamela Vogel, running at their Rice Village location.
Main Street Theater will present THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING by Joan Didion, featuring Pamela Vogel, running at their Rice Village location.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Will Arrive on Broadway in 2025
the critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning, play STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will begin performances Friday, March 28, 2025. We have all the details about the upcoming production!
the critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning, play STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will begin performances Friday, March 28, 2025. We have all the details about the upcoming production!
Cast Set For PRINCESS ESSEX at Shakespeare's Globe
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).
HAMLET ON THE RUN Comes to The Tank Theater in August
FFP will present a one-hour version of William Shakespeare's tragic play Hamlet, Prince of Denmark re-titled Hamlet on the Run adapted by Frank Farrell, Mitch Webb and Thomas J. Donohoe II for four performances at 7pm, Thursday through Sunday, August 22 – 25, 2024 at the Tank Theater.
FFP will present a one-hour version of William Shakespeare's tragic play Hamlet, Prince of Denmark re-titled Hamlet on the Run adapted by Frank Farrell, Mitch Webb and Thomas J. Donohoe II for four performances at 7pm, Thursday through Sunday, August 22 – 25, 2024 at the Tank Theater.
Video: Trailer Released for MERCHANT IVORY Feat. Emma Thompson, Helena Bonham Carter, & More
Cohen Media Group has released the trailer for Merchant Ivory, the first definitive feature documentary to lend new and compelling perspectives on the partnership of director James Ivory and producer Ismail Merchant. The documentary features interviews from Dame Emma Thompson, Helena Bonham Carter, Hugh Grant, and more.
Cohen Media Group has released the trailer for Merchant Ivory, the first definitive feature documentary to lend new and compelling perspectives on the partnership of director James Ivory and producer Ismail Merchant. The documentary features interviews from Dame Emma Thompson, Helena Bonham Carter, Hugh Grant, and more.
BREAKING THE AUDIO FICTION FORM: AN EVENING WITH VETERAN PRODUCER JULIAN SCHLOSSBERG Comes to The Coffee House Club
The Coffee House Club will bring the salon series, Breaking the Audio Fiction Form. The past decade has seen a resurgence of audio listening in podcast form, but even with this growth, audio fiction has remained a minor genre within podcasting.
The Coffee House Club will bring the salon series, Breaking the Audio Fiction Form. The past decade has seen a resurgence of audio listening in podcast form, but even with this growth, audio fiction has remained a minor genre within podcasting.
How You Know These HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Actors from the Stage
Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Actors include Tony Award winners, current Broadway stars, and Royal Shakespeare Company members. Take a look here to find out which stars you may recognize from the theatre, including Gayle Rankin, Sir Simon Russell Beale, Eve Best, and more.
Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Actors include Tony Award winners, current Broadway stars, and Royal Shakespeare Company members. Take a look here to find out which stars you may recognize from the theatre, including Gayle Rankin, Sir Simon Russell Beale, Eve Best, and more.
Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Kara Lindsay & More to Join 2024 WP Theater Gala
WP Theater has revealed the presenters and performers for its 2024 Annual Gala. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
WP Theater has revealed the presenters and performers for its 2024 Annual Gala. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For THE TAMING OF THE SHREW at Shakespeare's Globe
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of The Taming of the Shrew, directed by Jude Christian.
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of The Taming of the Shrew, directed by Jude Christian.
Southampton Arts Center to Presents TRU by Jay Pressor Allen in June
Southampton Arts Center will present TRU by Jay Pressor Allen, directed by Will Pomerantz, and starring Patrick Christiano.
Southampton Arts Center will present TRU by Jay Pressor Allen, directed by Will Pomerantz, and starring Patrick Christiano.
International Producer and Industry Pioneer Toby Simkin Passes Away at 59
Simkin is perhaps best known for his work in ushering the theatre industry into the internet age in the 1990s, creating the first online ticketing system.
Simkin is perhaps best known for his work in ushering the theatre industry into the internet age in the 1990s, creating the first online ticketing system.
Meet the Cast of CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB, Beginning Previews Tonight
The Kit Kat Club is now open! Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, starring Academy Award and Tony Award winner Eddie Redmayne and introducing Gayle Rankin, begins previews tonight, April 1, at the August Wilson Theatre. Meet the cast of Cabaret here!
The Kit Kat Club is now open! Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, starring Academy Award and Tony Award winner Eddie Redmayne and introducing Gayle Rankin, begins previews tonight, April 1, at the August Wilson Theatre. Meet the cast of Cabaret here!
Grand Jury and Audience Award Films Announced at 27th Sonoma International Film Festival
Luminaries such as Golden Globe®-winner Beau Bridges, actor/director John Cameron Mitchell, actor Scoot McNairy, chef Susan Feniger, musician Rob Garza of Thievery Corporation, and more than 150 filmmakers, distinguished press, and industry guests converged on the award-winning wine country film festival March 20-24.
Luminaries such as Golden Globe®-winner Beau Bridges, actor/director John Cameron Mitchell, actor Scoot McNairy, chef Susan Feniger, musician Rob Garza of Thievery Corporation, and more than 150 filmmakers, distinguished press, and industry guests converged on the award-winning wine country film festival March 20-24.
WP Gala Will Honor Sutton Foster, LaChanze, and Anne Quart; Hosted by Eden Espinosa
The honorees have been revealed for the WP Theater 2024 Annual Gala, which include Sutton Foster, LaChanze, and Anne Quart. The event will be hosted by Eden Espinosa at The Edison Ballroom on Monday, May 20, 2024.
The honorees have been revealed for the WP Theater 2024 Annual Gala, which include Sutton Foster, LaChanze, and Anne Quart. The event will be hosted by Eden Espinosa at The Edison Ballroom on Monday, May 20, 2024.
Miriam Margolyes Is Returning To Australia For A Talking Tour
Celebrated British-Australian TV and film star and raconteur Miriam Margolyes brings her new live stage show to Australia and New Zealand.
Celebrated British-Australian TV and film star and raconteur Miriam Margolyes brings her new live stage show to Australia and New Zealand.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 30, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Cast Set and Trailer Released For DEATHTRAP at The Mill at Sonning Theatre
The cast has been announced for Ira Levin’s thrilling and deadly game of cat and mouse, DEATHTRAP, directed by Tam Williams, and playing at The Mill at Sonning Theatre from February 8 - March 30. Watch the video here and learn more about the cast!
The cast has been announced for Ira Levin’s thrilling and deadly game of cat and mouse, DEATHTRAP, directed by Tam Williams, and playing at The Mill at Sonning Theatre from February 8 - March 30. Watch the video here and learn more about the cast!
Bebe Neuwirth and Steven Skybell Join the Cast of CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB on Broadway
More casting has been announced for the upcoming Broadway production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club! Two-time Tony Award® winner and Emmy Award® winner Bebe Neuwirth will play ‘Fraulein Schneider’ and Obie Award winner and Drama Desk Award® nominee Steven Skybell will play ‘Herr Schultz'.
More casting has been announced for the upcoming Broadway production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club! Two-time Tony Award® winner and Emmy Award® winner Bebe Neuwirth will play ‘Fraulein Schneider’ and Obie Award winner and Drama Desk Award® nominee Steven Skybell will play ‘Herr Schultz'.
Brooke Adams Joins MADWOMEN OF THE WEST Off-Broadway
A cast change has been announced for the New York premiere of Madwomen of the West, a new comedy by Sandra Tsing Loh. Brooke Adams will join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron, under the direction of Thomas Caruso.
A cast change has been announced for the New York premiere of Madwomen of the West, a new comedy by Sandra Tsing Loh. Brooke Adams will join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron, under the direction of Thomas Caruso.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Vanessa Redgrave been in?
Vanessa Redgrave has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Vanessa Redgrave been in?
Vanessa Redgrave has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.
What was Vanessa Redgrave's first West End show?
Vanessa Redgrave's first West End show was The Threepenny Opera which opened in 1972
What awards has Vanessa Redgrave been nominated for?
Editor's Award (Evening Standard Awards) for , Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Revisionist, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Revisionist, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Revisionist, Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for The Revisionist, Best Leading Actress in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Driving Miss Daisy, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Driving Miss Daisy, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for The Year of Magical Thinking, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Year of Magical Thinking, Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Hecuba, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Long Day's Journey Into Night, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Long Day's Journey into Night, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Antony and Cleopatra, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for John Gabriel Borkman, Performance (Obie Awards) for Vita & Virginia, The Observer Award for Outstanding Achievement (Olivier Awards) for When She Danced, Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress (Evening Standard Awards) for When She Danced, Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Orpheus Descending , Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Orpheus Descending, Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for A Touch Of The Poet , Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress (Evening Standard Awards) for The Seagull, Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for The Aspern Papers, Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress (Evening Standard Awards) for The Lady from the Sea, Best Performances (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lady from the Sea and Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress (Evening Standard Awards) for The Lady from the Sea.
What awards has Vanessa Redgrave won?
Vanessa Redgrave has received numerous prestigious awards throughout her career. She won the Editor's Award at the Evening Standard Awards. For her role in Driving Miss Daisy, she received the Best Leading Actress in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards. She earned the Outstanding Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for The Year of Magical Thinking, and the Outstanding Actress in a Play for Long Day's Journey Into Night, where she also won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards. At the Obie Awards, she received recognition for her performance in Vita & Virginia. Additionally, she won the Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress (Evening Standard Awards) for both When She Danced and The Seagull. She was awarded Actress of the Year in a Revival at the Olivier Awards for The Aspern Papers. Redgrave also garnered multiple wins for The Lady from the Sea, including the Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress at the Evening Standard Awards and recognition for Best Performances at the Outer Critics Circle Awards.
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