Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2 are adapted by Mike Poulton from Hilary Mantel's double Man Booker Prize winning novels, Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies (published Henry Holt in the U.S.). The plays are based on the deceit, betrayal, and intrigue of the court of Henry VIII. The production features a company of more than twenty actors, headed by Ben Miles as Thomas Cromwell, Lydia Leonard as Anne Boleyn, and Nathaniel Parker as King Henry VIII, all under the direction of Olivier Award nominee Jeremy Herrin, who makes his New York City directing debut. The Royal Shakespeare Company is appearing with the permission of Actors' Equity Association.
Daniel Fraser, who has an extensive theatre background including performances in "Henry IV Part One and Part Two" at Theatre Royal Bath, was part of the cast in "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2." more...
Joey Batey, known for his role as the bard Jaskier in the adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski's novels, The Witcher (2019), was also part of the cast of Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2, showcasing his versatility in both historical drama and fantasy genres. more...
Nicholas Boulton, known for his diverse roles in theatre, television, and film, brought his extensive experience to the stage in *Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2*, showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor. more...
Lucy Briers, who has an extensive theatre background including performances in "Top Girls" and "The Voysey Inheritance," was part of the cast in the historical drama "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2," showcasing her versatility in both contemporary and classic roles. more...
Leah Brotherhead, known for her diverse theatre roles including "Pride and Prejudice" at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and "Doctor Faustus" at West Yorkshire Playhouse, was part of the talented cast in "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2." more...
Olivia Darnley, who has an extensive theatre background including roles in productions such as Pride and Prejudice and Macbeth, was part of the cast in the past performances of Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2. more...
Nicholas Day, known for his extensive work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, brought his seasoned theatrical experience to the cast of "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2" more...
Edward Harrison, a seasoned stage and screen actor, showcased his talent on Broadway in the acclaimed production of Wolf Hall. more...
Benedict Hastings, who has graced the stage in productions such as "Equus" and "Antony and Cleopatra," was also part of the cast in the historical drama "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2." more...
Madeleine Hyland showcased her talent in the past productions of "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies" with the RSC/Playful, bringing historical drama to life on stage. more...
Paul Jesson, who portrayed King Henry in "Henry VIII" and Lord Burleigh in "Mary Stuart," brought his extensive Shakespearean experience to the stage in the historical drama "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2." more...
Lydia Leonard, known for her diverse theatre roles including performances in "Onassis" and "Frost/Nixon," brought her talent to the stage in "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2" more...
Robert Macpherson, who has an extensive theatre background including performances in "Giggle" at Theatre Royal Winchester and "Pipeline" at Oxford Playhouse, also starred in the acclaimed productions of "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2" with the Royal Shakespeare Company, which graced both the West End and Broadway stages. more...
Ben Miles, known for his extensive theatre work including roles in productions at the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, was part of the cast of "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2," showcasing his versatility and depth in historical drama. more...
Pierro Niel-Mee, known for his performances in "Casualty" and "Lewis," brought his talent to the stage in Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2. more...
Nathaniel Parker, known for his extensive work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and his role in "The Inspector Lynley Mysteries," brought his seasoned stage presence to "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2." more...
Matthew Pidgeon, known for his extensive theatre work including roles in Edward II and This House at the National Theatre, brought his talents to the stage in Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2. more...
Nicholas Shaw, known for his diverse roles in theatre such as Lysander in *A Midsummer Night’s Dream* and Lorenzo in *The Merchant of Venice*, was part of the esteemed cast of *Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2*, bringing his extensive stage experience to the historical drama. more...
Joshua Silver's impressive theatre credits include his notable performance in "Wolf Hall/Bring Up the Bodies" at the Aldwych Theatre and on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theater. more...
Giles Taylor, known for his extensive theatre work including productions with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, was part of the cast of "Wolf Hall: Parts 1 & 2" in the past, bringing his rich experience from classics like "The Merchant of Venice" and "Othello" to the historical drama. more...
Awards and Nominations
2015 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Play: Ben Miles was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Lydia Leonard was nominated but did not win.
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Play: Ben Miles was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Paul Jesson was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Nathaniel Parker was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play: Lydia Leonard was nominated but did not win.
2015 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Nathaniel Parker was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: Ben Miles was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Lydia Leonard was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play: Lydia Leonard was nominated but did not win.
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