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Date of Death: June 19, 2012

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Original London Production, 1982
Besinger (Tribune)

[Broadway]
1971
Braham

[Broadway]
Unknown, 1965
Svatsou the Clown (M. Cheri)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1965
Roger Summerhill [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1964
Master of Ceremonies/General Lanrezac/Drill Sergeant

Drill Sergeant

General Lanrezac

Master of Ceremonies

[West End]
Original London Production, 1963
Performer

[Broadway]
1960
I.R.A. Officer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1959
Performer

Performer

[West End]
London Production, 1959
First Inquisitioner/Marquis Milton

Productions

 
[West End, 1980]
Director

Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1965 - Performance

Victor SpinettiOh, What a Lovely War


winner
Tony Awards - 1965 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Victor Spinetti , Oh! What a Lovely War

News


Video: Watch Never-Before-Seen Footage of John Lennon & Yoko Ono in 'You Are Here' (Ultimate Mix)'

Incredible, never-before-seen footage of John Lennon and Yoko Ono Lennon, filmed in July 1968 at John’s first major art show You Are Here (To Yoko From John Lennon, With Love) at London’s Robert Fraser Gallery, has been paired together with the brand new Ultimate Mix of “You Are Here,” from his 1973 album Mind Games, for a fascinating new video that offers a rare glimpse into the Lennon’s lives. Watch the video!
YOGA WITH JILLIAN Limbers Up For The Edinburgh Fringe

Guaranteed to get the blood pumping and open your Chakras so you're ready for a day on the Fringe, Yoga with Jillian, a brand-new screwball comedy by Lia Romeo opens at the Pleasance on 2 August and promises to give your chuckle muscles a good workout.
JESUS, JANE, MOTHER & ME to Return to Edinburgh Fringe

After winning the Critic's Award for Best Play, and the Theatre Weekly Award for Best Solo Performer at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe last year, and following a run in Australia and a UK tour, Philip Stokes' play Jesus, Jane, Mother & Me will return to the Pleasance from 2 August. Produced by Lawrence Batley Theatre, Richard Jordan Productions, 412, Ketchup Productions in association with The Pleasance.
Casting Announced For Musical THE BIOGRAPH GIRL

In a production commissioned by the Finborough Theatre as part of their acclaimed 'Celebrating British Music Theatre' series, the first professional UK production since its 1980 premiere, The Biograph Girl by Warner Brown and David Heneker opens at the Finborough Theatre for a three week limited season on Tuesday, 22 May 2018 (Press Nights: Thursday, 24 May and Friday 25 May 2018 at 7.30pm)
Finborough Theatre Presents the World Premiere Of THE BIOGRAPH GIRL

In a production commissioned by the Finborough Theatre as part of their acclaimed 'Celebrating British Music Theatre' series, the first professional UK production since its 1980 premiere, The Biograph Girl by Warner Brown and David Heneker opens at the Finborough Theatre for a three week limited season on Tuesday, 22 May 2018 (Press Nights: Thursday, 24 May and Friday 25 May 2018 at 7.30pm)
Gill Jordan Joins The Line-Up For A Grand Music Hall

Today Wolverhampton Grand Theatre announced that Gill Jordan will join the cast of A GRAND MUSIC HALL for three performances on Monday 4 - Tuesday 5 June 2018.
Don Maclean and Cast for A GRAND MUSIC HALL Announced

???????Today Wolverhampton Grand Theatre announced the full line up for A GRAND MUSIC HALL on Wednesday 14 June.
710 Main Theatre Stages JOSEPH'S GOSPEL, Now thru 12/20

710 Main Theatre presents the international sensation Joseph's Gospel making its U.S. premire in Buffalo. Joseph's Gospel - a touching comedy about parenthood as told from the unique perspective of Joseph of Bethlehem. A warm-hearted and intelligent spin on a familiar story, Joseph's Gospel is a divine comedy for parents everywhere. Starring Alan Safier, playing tonight, December 17-20 at the 710 Main Theatre in Buffalo.
710 Main Theatre to Stage JOSEPH'S GOSPEL, 12/17-20

710 Main Theatre presents the international sensation Joseph's Gospel making its U.S. premire in Buffalo. Joseph's Gospel - a touching comedy about parenthood as told from the unique perspective of Joseph of Bethlehem. A warm-hearted and intelligent spin on a familiar story, Joseph's Gospel is a divine comedy for parents everywhere. Starring Alan Safier, playing December 17-20 at the 710 Main Theatre in Buffalo.
Richard Dreyfuss, Mel Brooks & More Join 2014 TCM CLASSIC FILM FESTIVAL Line-Up

Turner Classic Movies (TCM) has added an exciting roster of screen legends and beloved titles to the 2014 TCM Classic Film Festival,
THE BEATLES' Second Film 'Help!' Debuts on iTunes!

The Beatles' second feature film, 1965's Help!, makes its worldwide digital release debut today, exclusively on the iTunes Store.
Tony-Winner Victor Spinetti Dies at Age 82

Fox News reports that comic actor Victor Spinetti, who appeared in three Beatles movies and won a Tony on Broadway, died this morning after losing a long battle with cancer. The news was revealed by the actor's agent and close friend Barry Burnett. Spinetti was 82.
Tony-Winner Spinetti Performs at NY Public Library Jan 5, 8 and 10

Tony-Winner, Film Veteran, Raconteur, and Beatles Intimate Tells All (or most) in Three Free Performances of Victor Spinetti: A Very Private Diary at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts-January 5, 8, and 10
Brier, Orfeh, Etc. to Star in Readings of 'Lovely War'

Kathy Brier, Orfeh, Sara Gettelfinger and more will star in two readings of the Broadway-bound revue Oh What a Lovely War on May 22nd and May 23rd
Callaway, D'Abruzzo, Hocking Star in Oh, What a Lovely War! Readings, Sept. 26 & 27

Leading ladies such as Liz Callaway, Stephanie D'Abruzzo and Leah Hocking will headline two pre-Broadway industry readings of the revue Oh, What a Lovely War! on September 26th and 27th
'Oh What A Lovely War' Pre-Broadway Readings To Feature Callaway, D'Abruzzo, Hocking, Keating, McCartney And More

Sharon Rosen proudly announces the cast for the pre-Broadway industry readings of the first North American revival of OH WHAT A LOVELY WAR.
Oh What a Lovely War Has York Readings, Sept. 26-27

A Broadway-bound revival of the satiric anti-war revue Oh What A Lovely War will first have an industry reading at the York Theatre on September 26th and 27th

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Victor Spinetti been in?

Victor Spinetti has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Victor Spinetti been in?

Victor Spinetti has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.

What was Victor Spinetti's first West End show?

Victor Spinetti's first West End show was Candide which opened in 1959

What awards has Victor Spinetti been nominated for?

Victor Spinetti has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He received a nomination for Performance at the Theatre World Awards for his role in "Oh, What a Lovely War." Additionally, he was nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for his performance in "Oh! What a Lovely War."

What awards has Victor Spinetti won?

Victor Spinetti has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for his role in "Oh, What a Lovely War" and the Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for the same show, "Oh! What a Lovely War".

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