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STAGE CREDITS

The Circle
[Broadway]
1989
Lord Porteous
Aren't We All?
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1985
Lord Grenham
Heartbreak House
[Broadway]
1983
Captain Shotover
My Fair Lady
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1981
Henry Higgins
The Kingfisher
[Broadway]
1978
Cecil
Caesar and Cleopatra
[Broadway]
1977
Julius Caesar
In Praise of Love
[Broadway]
1974
Sebastian Cruttwell
Emperor Henry IV
[Broadway]
1973
"Henry IV"
The Fighting Cock
[Broadway]
1959
The General
My Fair Lady
[West End]
London Production, 1958
Henry Higgins
My Fair Lady
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1956
The Love of Four Colonels
[Broadway]
1953
The Man
Venus Observed
[Broadway]
1952
Hereward
Bell, Book and Candle
[Broadway]
1950
Shepherd Henderson
Anne Of The Thousand Days
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1948
Henry
Sweet Aloes
[Broadway]
1936
Tubbs Barrow

Productions

The Love of Four Colonels
 
[Broadway, 1953]
Director

Movies

The Great Game
[ 1930 ] George
Leave It to Blanche
[ 1934 ] Ronnie
Get Your Man
[ 1934 ] Tom Jakes
All at Sea
[ 1936 ] Aubrey Bellingham
Men Are Not Gods
[ 1936 ] Tommy Stapledon
Storm in a Teacup
[ 1937 ] Frank Burdon
School for Husbands
[ 1937 ] Leonard Drummond
The Citadel
[ 1938 ] Dr. Lawford
Sidewalks of London
[ 1938 ] Harley Prentiss
Over the Moon
[ 1939 ] Dr. Freddie Jarvis
Continental Express
[ 1939 ] Jacques Sauvin
Missing Ten Days
[ 1940 ] Bob Stevens
Night Train to Munich
[ 1940 ] Dickie Randall - a.k.a. Gus Bennett
Major Barbara
[ 1941 ] Adolphus Cusins
Blithe Spirit
[ 1945 ] Charles Condomine
A Yank in London
[ 1945 ] Major David Bruce
Notorious Gentleman
[ 1945 ] Vivian Kenway
Anna and the King of Siam
[ 1946 ] King Mongkut
The Ghost and Mrs. Muir
[ 1947 ] Captain Daniel Gregg
The Foxes of Harrow
[ 1947 ] Stephen Fox
Escape
[ 1948 ] Matt Denant
Unfaithfully Yours
[ 1948 ] Sir Alfred De Carter
The Long Dark Hall
[ 1951 ] Arthur Groome
The Four Poster
[ 1952 ] John Edwards
Main Street to Broadway
[ 1953 ] Rex Harrison
King Richard and the Crusaders
[ 1954 ] Emir Hderim Sultan Saladin
Marriage a la Mode
[ 1955 ] In the Hospital - The Patient
The Reluctant Debutante
[ 1958 ] Jimmy Broadbent
Midnight Lace
[ 1960 ] Anthony Preston
The Happy Thieves
[ 1961 ] Jimmy Bourne
Cleopatra
[ 1963 ] Julius Caesar
My Fair Lady
[ 1964 ] Professor Henry Higgins
The Yellow Rolls-Royce
[ 1964 ] The Marquess of Frinton
The Agony and the Ecstasy
[ 1965 ] Pope Julius II
The Honey Pot
[ 1967 ] Cecil Fox
Doctor Dolittle
[ 1967 ] Dr. John Dolittle
A Flea in Her Ear
[ 1968 ] Victor Chandebisse, Poche
Staircase
[ 1969 ] Charlie Dyer
Crossed Swords
[ 1977 ] The Duke of Norfolk
Shalimar
[ 1978 ] Sir John Locksley
Ashanti
[ 1979 ] Brian Walker
The Fifth Musketeer
[ 1979 ] Colbert
A Time to Die
[ 1982 ] Van Osten

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama League Awards - 1990 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre

Sir Rex Harrison


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1985 - Special Awards

Rex Harrison

Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Rex Harrison, Heartbreak House

Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Rex Harrison , Heartbreak House

Olivier Awards - 1983 - Actor of the Year in a Revival

Rex HarrisonHeartbreak House


winner
Tony Awards - 1969 - Special Tony Award

Rex Harrison


winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1960 - Best Actor

Rex Harrison Platonov


winner
Tony Awards - 1957 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Rex Harrison, My Fair Lady


winner
Tony Awards - 1949 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Rex Harrison , Anne of the Thousand Days

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Julie Andrews In the Spotlight: From Broadway to THE SOUND OF MUSIC and Beyond Photo
Julie Andrews In the Spotlight: From Broadway to THE SOUND OF MUSIC and Beyond
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 16, 2025

To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Julie Andrews' expansive stage career, from My Fair Lady to Victor/Victoria, and more.
John Cavazos Performs Solo Cabaret MY BROADWAY FOOTLIGHTS at Mandell Theater Photo
John Cavazos Performs Solo Cabaret MY BROADWAY FOOTLIGHTS at Mandell Theater
by Emmy Rice - Aug 30, 2025

Broadway veteran Mr. John Cavazos brings his powerhouse vocals and captivating story to the Winter Park Playhouse stage in his original solo cabaret - My Broadway Footlights - held in The Mandell Theater at Orlando Shakes, September 17 and 18, 2025.
The History of the Mark Hellinger Theatre and the Attempts to Bring It Back Photo
The History of the Mark Hellinger Theatre and the Attempts to Bring It Back
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 17, 2025

The Times Square Church, located on 51st Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue, is an extremely storied New York City spot. While it may not be apparent to those who unknowingly pass by the church, the venue across from the Gershwin’s stage door was once a glorious Broadway theater… and could potentially be one again someday.
Additional Performance Added For Jennifer Bassey At 54 Below Photo
Additional Performance Added For Jennifer Bassey At 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2025

Due to popular demand, 54 Below has announced an additional performance of Emmy Award winner Jennifer Bassey's “From Sexy Soaps to Classy Cabaret”.
Zero to Hero: The Musical Evolution of Disney's HERCULES From Screen to Stage Photo
Zero to Hero: The Musical Evolution of Disney's HERCULES From Screen to Stage
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 3, 2025

With Disney's Hercules now playing on the West End, take a look at the rich evolution of this musical, which has seen several iterations throughout the years both on stage and screen.
Review: MY FAIR LADY at Union Avenue Opera Photo
Review: MY FAIR LADY at Union Avenue Opera
by Steve Callahan - Jul 10, 2025

Read our review of MY FAIR LADY, playing now at Union Avenue Opera through July 12. This beloved musical has everything going for it: absolutely captivating melodies by Frederick Lowe, lovely clever lyrics by Alan Lerner, and plenty still of the incomparable wit of that old master George Bernard Shaw, from whose play, Pygmalion, the musical is adapted.
Review: IN PRAISE OF LOVE, Orange Tree Theatre Photo
Review: IN PRAISE OF LOVE, Orange Tree Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 4, 2025

Terence Rattigan's work remains a stalwart of the British stage. Richmond's Orange Tree Theatre has a particular fondness for his lesser revived work; lighter, frothier plays such as French Without Tears and While the Sun Shines. In Praise of Love, Rattigan’s poignant penultimate play, is a different proposition. 
Photos: IN PRAISE OF LOVE At Orange Tree Theatre Photo
Photos: IN PRAISE OF LOVE At Orange Tree Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2025

IN PRAISE OF LOVE by Terence Rattigan will be presented 24 May – 5 July 2025. The cast includes Daniel Abelson (Mark Walters), Joe Edgar (Joey Cruttwell), Claire Price (Lydia Cruttwell) and Dominic Rowan (Sebastian Cruttwell). Check out photos from the production.
Review: Lerner and Loewe's MY FAIR LADY at the Suncoast Broadway Dinner Theatre Photo
Review: Lerner and Loewe's MY FAIR LADY at the Suncoast Broadway Dinner Theatre
by Peter Nason - May 17, 2025

A truly lover-ly production! I know certain Broadway aficionados point to it as the tops of the top, the pinnacle, the one where the musical theatre gods were shining during its creation.
MY FAIR LADY is Coming to San Francisco Playhouse This Summer Photo
MY FAIR LADY is Coming to San Francisco Playhouse This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2025

San Francisco Playhouse will close its 22nd season with Lerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set For Terence Rattigan's IN PRAISE OF LOVE at Orange Tree Theatre Photo
Full Cast Set For Terence Rattigan's IN PRAISE OF LOVE at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2025

Orange Tree Theatre has announced full casting for Terence Rattigan's In Praise of Love. Amelia Sears directs Daniel Abelson (Mark Walters), Joe Edgar (Joey Cruttwell), Claire Price (Lydia Cruttwell) and Dominic Rowan (Sebastian Cruttwell).
San Francisco Playhouse to Present MY FAIR LADY as Final Show of the Season Photo
San Francisco Playhouse to Present MY FAIR LADY as Final Show of the Season
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025

For the final show in its 22nd season, San Francisco Playhouse will stage Lerner and Loewe’s My Fair Lady. The production begins previews Thursday, July 2, with an official opening night set for Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
MY FAIR LADY Will Screen at the Park Theatre Photo
MY FAIR LADY Will Screen at the Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

One of the most successful Broadway-to-screen adaptations was My Fair Lady. It will return to The Park Theatre in Jaffrey in February. Learn more about the screening here!
Daytime Emmy Award Winner Thom Christopher Has Passed Away Photo
Daytime Emmy Award Winner Thom Christopher Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2024

Actor Thom Christopher has passed away at age 84. Christopher was best known for starring as Carlo Hessler on ABC’s soap opera One Life to Live. Learn more about Christopher's life and legacy.
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know Photo
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 22, 2024

With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
Review: MY FAIR LADY at Shaw Festival Photo
Review: MY FAIR LADY at Shaw Festival
by Michael Rabice - Oct 21, 2024

MY FAIR LADY is quite obviously the most perfect choice of a musical that the SHAW FESTIVAL could program and this 2024 musical offering is a  delicious delight, sure to please. It plays through December 22, 2024 and is the perfect excuse to visit Niagara on the Lake for the holiday season.
VIDEO: First Look At Contemporary Production of MY FAIR LADY in Austria Photo
VIDEO: First Look At Contemporary Production of MY FAIR LADY in Austria
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2024

Get a first look at a contemporary production of My Fair Lady, now on stage at the Seefestspiele Mörbisch, the world's largest festival of operettas and musicals.
THE MUSIC OF THE NIGHT With Cris Groenendaal and Sue Anderson Announced At Music Thea Photo
THE MUSIC OF THE NIGHT With Cris Groenendaal and Sue Anderson Announced At Music Theatre of CT
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024

Broadway stars will perform at the Music Theatre of Connecticut in Norwalk, CT, featuring selections from THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, LES MISÉRABLES, and other beloved musicals.
Carmel Dean Announced As Composer Of THE GHOST AND MRS. MUIR Musical Adaptation Photo
Carmel Dean Announced As Composer Of THE GHOST AND MRS. MUIR Musical Adaptation
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2024

Carmel Dean has been announced as the composer for the upcoming musical adaptation of THE GHOST AND MRS MUIR.
Carmel Dean Will Compose Musical Adaptation of THE GHOST AND MRS. MUIR Photo
Carmel Dean Will Compose Musical Adaptation of THE GHOST AND MRS. MUIR
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2024

Carmel Dean (music director/arranged: Funny Girl (revival), Broadway; The Notebook,  Broadway) will be writing music and lyrics for London's up and coming musical adaptation  of The Ghost and Mrs. Muir. 
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Rex Harrison been in?

Rex Harrison has appeared on Broadway in 15 shows.

How many West End shows has Rex Harrison been in?

Rex Harrison has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Rex Harrison's first West End show?

Rex Harrison's first West End show was My Fair Lady which opened in 1958

What awards has Rex Harrison been nominated for?

Rex Harrison has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include the Unique Contribution to the Theatre award from the Drama League Awards, Special Awards from the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Actor in a Play from the Drama Desk Awards for his role in "Heartbreak House," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play from the Tony Awards for "Heartbreak House," Actor of the Year in a Revival from the Olivier Awards for "Heartbreak House," a Special Tony Award from the Tony Awards, Best Actor from the Evening Standard Awards for "Platonov," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical from the Tony Awards for "My Fair Lady," and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play from the Tony Awards for "Anne of the Thousand Days."

What awards has Rex Harrison won?

Rex Harrison has won several awards throughout his career. These include the Unique Contribution to the Theatre award from the Drama League Awards, Special Awards from the Drama Desk Awards, a Special Tony Award, the Best Actor award from the Evening Standard Awards for his performance in "Platonov," the Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Tony Award for his role in "My Fair Lady," and the Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Tony Award for his performance in "Anne of the Thousand Days."

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