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JIM NORTON won a 2007 Olivier Award and a 2008 Tony Award for The Seafarer. In New York he has appeared in Finian's Rainbow (Encores and Broadway), The Weir (Olivier nomination); Juno and the Paycock, Dublin Carol (Obie Award); and Port Authority at the Atlantic Theatre Company. National Theatre credits include The Veil, The Pillowman, Hamlet, Bedroom Farce, Comedians, St. Joan, Way Upstream, Tamberlaine, Playboy of the Western World and Chorus of Disapproval. At the Royal Court he appeared in The Contractor and The Changing Room. Film: Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, Water For Elephants, Straw Dogs, Hidden Agenda, Memoirs of an Invisible Man, Driving Lessons, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, Oyster Farmer, and The Eclipse. TV includes “Frasier,” “Poirot,” “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” and "Father Ted." He has played characters as varied as Stan Laurel, Pirandello and Field Marshall Montgomery. He has recorded many audio books and the complete works of James Joyce for Naxos Audio Book (Sony Award).

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Jim Norton STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2022
Judge Taylor

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2016
Giles Corey

[West End]
Barbican Theatre Production, 2015
Polonius

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Candy

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Production, 2013
Maurice

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Production, 2012
Chairman

[West End]
Royal National Theatre Production, 2011
Reverend Berkeley

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Finian McLonergan

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Joe

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Richard Harkin

[Off-Broadway]
2003
John

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Captain Jack Boyle

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1999
Jack


Jim Norton Movies

[1965]The Face of Fu Manchu Mathius

[1969]Alfred the Great Thanet

[1971]Straw Dogs Chris Cawsey

[1973]Adolf Hitler: My Part in His Downfall Pongo

[1979]A Question of Faith Ilya

[1990]Hidden Agenda Brodie

[1992]Into the West Superintendant O Mara

[1992]Memoirs of an Invisible Man Dr. Bernard Wachs

[1992]Even Hitler Had a Girlfriend Marcus's Dad

[1998]American History X Randy

[1999]Sunset Heights Sam Magee The Preacher

[1999]A Love Divided Reverend Fischer

[2000]Mad About Mambo Brother Xavier

[2001]On the Nose Patrick Csidy

[2002]Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Mr Mon

[2002]Boxed Father Moran

[2003]Conspiracy of Silence Bishop Quinn

[2004]Oyster Farmer Mumbles

[2006]Driving Lessons Mr. Fincham

[2008]The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Herr Liszt

[2009]The Eclipse Malachy

[2011]Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close Old Mr. Black

[2011]Water for Elephants Camel

[2014]Jimmy's Hall Father Sheridan

[2014]Of Mice and Men Candy

[2015]Hamlet Polonius

[2016]The Boy Mr. Heelshire

[2018]Mary Poppins Returns Binnacle

[2019]The Last Right Padraig


Jim Norton TV Shows

Babylon 5 Ombuds Wellington, G'Quan, Dr. Lazarenn

Elementary Sir James Walter

Father Ted Bishop Len Brennan

Nanny Michael Twomey

Never Mind the Quality, Feel the Width Father Ignatious

Star Trek: The Next Generation Albert Einstein, Holodeck Albert Einstein

The Bill Dr. Ian Noble, Patrick Connelly

Van der Valk Hanson, Eddy

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Comedian Dave Attell Comes To The Den Theatre In September 2024

The Den Theatre has announced comic Dave Attell, featuring four stand-up performances on Friday, September 13, and Saturday, September 15.

Playhouse on Park's COMEDY NIGHT Series Continues Next Month

Come to Playhouse on Park for 90 minutes of laughs on Saturday, June 24th, 2023 at 8pm. Mike Geeter is set to headline, with a feature by Sandy Ehlers. BYOB! Doors open 30 minutes prior to the show. Tickets are $20, all seats reserved. 

State Theatre New Jersey and The Stress Factory Comedy Club Present Tim Dillon Live

State Theatre New Jersey and The Stress Factory Comedy Club present Tim Dillon Live on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 8pm. 

Playhouse On Park's COMEDY NIGHT Series Continues in January

Come to Playhouse on Park for 90 minutes of laughs on Saturday, January 7th, 2023 at 8pm. Scott Higgins and John McClellen are set to co-headline. BYOB! Doors open 30 minutes prior to the show. Tickets are $20, all seats reserved. 

Sixth Show Announced For Comedian Dave Attell At The Den Theatre

Due to popular demand, comedian Dave Attell has added a sixth performance to his previously SOLD OUT stand-up engagement at The Den Theatre on Thursday, August 18 at 10 pm on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.

Jim Norton Comes to Comedy Works Larimer Square Next Week

Jim Norton is an American stand-up comedian, radio personality, bestselling author and actor. Comedy Works has announced that Jim Norton will perform at Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square.

Richard Coyle Will Play Atticus Finch in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD in the West End

Acclaimed stage and screen actor Richard Coyle will return to the West End to play the iconic role of Atticus Finch in the critically acclaimed production of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird – a new play by Aaron Sorkin, directed by Bartlett Sher. 

South Camden Theatre Company to Host Stand Up Comedy Event

South Camden Theatre Company has announced another evening of laugh-out-loud stand-up comedy at the Waterfront South Theatre. Come out Friday evening, June 24th to enjoy the fun.

Education and Outreach Initiatives Launched Alongside Run of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

With the production currently playing to critical acclaim and capacity houses, To Kill a Mockingbird is continuing to implement a series of education and outreach initiatives to run alongside the production.

Kelsey Cook Comes to Comedy Works Larimer Square This Month

Kelsey Cook recently shot her new half-hour special for season 2 of Unprotected Sets on Epix. She can also be seen on A Little Late with Lilly Singh. Kelsey made her late night debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and her Comedy Central debut on This is Not Happening.

Line Up Announced At Underbelly Festival's London Comedy Allstars

Underbelly Festival has announced the line-up for London Comedy Allstars at Cavendish Square every Friday night. London Comedy Allstars is your one-stop shop for the biggest laughs, the best location and your new favourite summer night out. Every Friday at 9:30pm until  29th July, Underbelly Summer Festival presents a night of the best comedy talent on offer.

Comedian Dave Attell to Perform at The Den Theatre

The Den Theatre will present comedian Dave Attell for five stand-up performances August 18 – 20, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE KILL A MOCKINGBIRD in the West End

Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s classic novel To Kill A Mockingbird officially opened last night at the Gielgud Theatre.

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Extends Following Opening Night

Barry Diller and Sonia Friedman today announce the extension of the critically acclaimed West End production of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird – a new play by Aaron Sorkin – with the production now running at the Gielgud Theatre until 19 November, 2022. 

Photos: First Look at TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at London's Gielgud Theatre

All new photos have been released of the West End production of To Kill a Mockingbird. The production will open at the Gielgud Theatre on 31 March 2022, with previews from 10 March. This new play by Aaron Sorkin is based on Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, and directed by Bartlett Sher.

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Launches All Rise £15 Ticket Initiative

Ahead of previews starting this Thursday 10 March, To Kill a Mockingbird today announces the launch of the All Rise ticket scheme in an exclusive partnership with TodayTix, offering £15 seats for every performance across the run.

Award-Winning Indie Film THE REUNION to Make LA Debut At Laemmle Glendale

The producers of the award-winning spiritual thriller film, The Reunion, will present the film's red carpet theatrical premiere in LA. The event will be held at the famous Laemmle Theater in Glendale, CA (located on 207 N. Maryland Ave.) on Friday, March 11th at 10:00 pm.

The Den Theatre Announces Comedian Dave Attell On The Heath Mainstage

The Den Theatre has announce comedians Dave Attell for five stand-up performances August 18 – 20, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage.

LA Premiere Of Award-Winning Film THE REUNION to Have Public Premiere, January 28

The producers of the award-winning spiritual thriller film, The Reunion, have announced the film's official public premiere in LA at the Laemmle Theatre in Glendale, CA (located on 207 N. Maryland Ave.) on Friday, Jan 28th at 10 pm.

Full Casting Announced For the West End Premiere of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Joining the previously announced Rafe Spall (Atticus Finch) are Harry Attwell (Mr Cunningham/Boo Radley), Amanda Boxer (Mrs Henry Dubose), Poppy Lee Friar (Mayella Ewell), John Hastings (Bailiff), Simon Hepworth (Mr Roscoe/Dr Reynolds), Laura Howard (Miss Stephanie/Dill's Mother), and more.

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Jim Norton has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

Jim Norton has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

Jim Norton's first West End show was The Veil which opened in 2011

Jim Norton has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Crucible," Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," and Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "The Mystery of Edwin Drood." He was also nominated for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Seafarer." Additionally, he received a nomination for Best Performance In A Supporting Role at the Olivier Awards for "The Seafarer," a Performance Award at the Obie Awards for "Dublin Carol," and a nomination for Best Actor at the Olivier Awards for "The Weir."

Jim Norton has won the following awards: - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Seafarer - Best Performance In A Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for The Seafarer - Performance (Obie Awards) for Dublin Carol.

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