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Walter Matthau STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1965
Oscar Madison

[Broadway]
1963
Performer

[Broadway]
1961
Benjamin Beaurevers

[Broadway]
1961
Potemkin

[Broadway]
1958
Maxwell Archer

[Broadway]
1955
Michael Freeman

[Broadway]
City Center Revival, 1955
Nathan Detroit

[Broadway]
1955
Yancy Loper

[Broadway]
1954
Tony Lack

[Broadway]
1953
Paul Osgood

[Broadway]
1952
John Hart

[Broadway]
1952
Charlie Hill

[Broadway]
1952
George Lawrence

[Broadway]
1952
Sinclair Heybore

[Broadway]
1951
Sam Dundee

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1950
Guard

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1948
Royal Servant [Replacement]

Servant [Replacement]


Walter Matthau Movies

The Indian Fighter
[ 1955 ] Wes Todd
The Kentuckian
[ 1955 ] Stan Bodine
Bigger Than Life
[ 1956 ] Wally Gibbs
Slaughter on 10th Avenue
[ 1957 ] Al Dahlke
A Face in the Crowd
[ 1957 ] Mel Miller
King Creole
[ 1958 ] Maxie Fields
Onionhead
[ 1958 ] RedWildoe
Ride a Crooked Trail
[ 1958 ] Judge Kyle
Voice in the Mirror
[ 1958 ] Dr. Leon Karnes
Gangster Story
[ 1959 ] Jack Martin
Strangers When We Meet
[ 1960 ] Felix Anders
Lonely Are the Brave
[ 1962 ] Sheriff Morey Johnson
Who's Got the Action?
[ 1962 ] Tony Gagouts
Charade
[ 1963 ] Hamilton Bartholomew
Ensign Pulver
[ 1964 ] Doc
Goodbye Charlie
[ 1964 ] Sir Leopold Sartori
Fail Safe
[ 1964 ] Dr. Groeteschele
The Fortune Cookie
[ 1966 ] Willie Gingrich
A Guide for the Married Man
[ 1967 ] Paul Manning
Candy
[ 1968 ] General R.A. Smight
The Secret Life of an American Wife
[ 1968 ] The Movie Star
The Odd Couple
[ 1968 ] Oscar Madison
Cactus Flower
[ 1969 ] Dr. Julian Winston
Hello, Dolly!
[ 1969 ] Horace Vandergelder
A New Leaf
[ 1971 ] Henry Graham
Kotch
[ 1971 ] Joseph P. Kotcher
Pete 'n' Tillie
[ 1972 ] Pete
The Laughing Policeman
[ 1973 ] Jake Martin
Charley Varrick
[ 1973 ] Charley Varrick
The Front Page
[ 1974 ] Walter Burns
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three
[ 1974 ] Lt. Garber
The Sunshine Boys
[ 1975 ] Willy Clark
The Bad News Bears
[ 1976 ] Coach Morris Buttermaker
California Suite
[ 1978 ] Marvin Michaels
House Calls
[ 1978 ] Dr. Charley Nichols
Casey's Shadow
[ 1978 ] Lloyd Bourdelle
Hopscotch
[ 1980 ] Miles Kendig
Little Miss Marker
[ 1980 ] Sorrowful Jones
Buddy Buddy
[ 1981 ] Trabucco
First Monday in October
[ 1981 ] Dan Snow
I Ought to Be in Pictures
[ 1982 ] Herbert Tucker
The Survivors
[ 1983 ] Sonny Paluso
Movers & Shakers
[ 1985 ] Joe Mulholland
Pirates
[ 1986 ] Captain Thom Bartholomew Red
The Little Devil
[ 1988 ] Padre Maurizio
The Couch Trip
[ 1988 ] Donald Becker
JFK
[ 1991 ] Senator Long
Dennis the Menace
[ 1993 ] Mr. Wilson
Grumpy Old Men
[ 1993 ] Max Goldman
I.Q.
[ 1994 ] Albert Einstein
Grumpier Old Men
[ 1995 ] Max Goldman
The Grass Harp
[ 1995 ] Judge Charlie Cool
I'm Not Rappaport
[ 1996 ] Nat Moyer
Out to Sea
[ 1997 ] Charlie Gordon
The Odd Couple II
[ 1998 ] Oscar Madison
Hanging Up
[ 2000 ] Lou

Walter Matthau Awards and Nominations


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

Walter Matthau , The Odd Couple


winner
Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Walter Matthau, A Shot in the Dark

Tony Awards - 1959 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Walter Matthau, Once More, With Feeling

Walter Matthau News


Final Melbourne Performances on Sale For THE ODD COUPLE


Rehearsals are underway for Neil Simon’s classic comedy The Odd Couple which will open at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre from 18 May and the Theatre Royal Sydney from 27 June. Due to huge demand, extra Melbourne performances have been scheduled up until 23 June, on presale now and on sale from tomorrow.

Cast Set For THE ODD COUPLE in Melbourne and Sydney


The full cast has been announced for Neil Simon’s Tony Award-winning comedy The Odd Couple, which plays at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre from May and Theatre Royal Sydney from June.

Hal Linden and Sally Struthers Will Lead World Premiere of THE JOURNALS OF ADAM AND EVE


Hal Linden and Sally Struthers will star in the world premiere of a new play – “The Journals of Adam and Eve” by Ed. Weinberger, with a little help from the authors of Genesis, John Milton, and Mark Twain, for six performances only January 18 to 21.

Shane Jacobson and Todd McKenney Will Lead Neil Simon's THE ODD COUPLE in Melbourne and Sydney


Shane Jacobson and Todd McKenney team up for Neil Simon's classic comedy, The Odd Couple. Don't miss this laugh-a-minute play at the Comedy Theatre Melbourne and Theatre Royal Sydney in 2024.

ACW-TV's JayWatch to Celebrate CHARADE At 60


ACW-TV celebrates the 60th anniversary of the comedic thriller CHARADE with a special showing on JAY WATCH.

Review: GOLDIE HAWN at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center


What did our critic think of GOLDIE HAWN at Bank Of American Performing Arts Center?

GRUMPY OLD MEN is Now Playing at Surflight Theatre


Surflight Theatre will be continuing their 2023 Season with the romantic musical comedy, Grumpy Old Men: The Musical, book by Dan Remmes, music by Neil Berg, lyrics Nick Meglin. Performances are already underway, find out more here!

THE ODD COUPLE is Now Playing at Riverbank Theatre


The Odd Couple, a hilarious story about friendship, marriage, and unexpected roommates opened on Sunday, September 3rd at Riverbank Theatre. Learn more about the production here!

Review: GRUMPY OLD MEN Reels in the Laughs at Beef & Boards


GRUMPY OLD MEN split guts and warmed hearts when it first hit theaters as a movie in 1993, and its musical adaptation is no different. The musical on stage now at Beef & Boards maintains all of the charms and chortles of the original and incorporates new, reimagined moments for many of the characters. The musical provides an extra dose of reflection on the importance of living in the moment and recognizing the relationships you have, the relationships you neglect, and the relationships you may be missing out on.

PURLIE VICTORIOUS Starring Leslie Odom, Jr. Sets September Opening Night Date on Broadway


The first Broadway revival of the American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by legendary Ossie Davis will officially open in September. Learn how to purchase tickets!

The Actors Studio to Present AREYTO Celebration of Latine Scene Work, Poetry, Song & Dance


This weekend, The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.

ON THE FLY 2023: THEN & NOW to be Presented at The Actors Studio This Weekend


This weekend, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.

Previews: STARRING BUFFALO presents HELLO, DOLLY! AT SHEA'S 710 THEATRE


Some of Broadway's great talents will once again be merging with the best of Buffalo's own actors to present a beloved hit from 1964--Jerry Herman's HELLO, DOLLY! Starring Buffalo, led by Artistic Director Drew Fornarola, has assembled a cast of nearly 50 for it's concert presentation of the classic show.

The Actors Studio to Host Events Featuring Lois Smith & Celebrations of BIPOC Membership in May


In May, The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.

The Actors Studio to Present Three Day Celebration of Estelle Parsons


The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration with a three-day celebration of one of its most influential members, Academy Award winner and Co-Associate Artistic Director of The Actors Studio, Estelle Parsons.

Female Spin on THE ODD COUPLE Comes to Roleystone Theatre at the Don Russell Performing Arts Centre


Olive is a slob and Florence is a snob – the classic play The Odd Couple is being brought to life with a female twist. 

The Actors Studio to Present THE PLAYWRIGHT: TALES FROM THE COLOR LINE This Spring


Continuing  its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights The Actors Studio will open its doors to the public for a special event, free and open to the public: The Playwright: Tales From The Color Line on Saturday, March 25 at 7PM.

The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public to Free Events, Including Play Readings & More


This Spring, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.

The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public Inside its Doors for ACTORS STUDIO IN PROCESS


 The Actors Studio will open its doors to the public to observe “Actors Studio In Process” on Friday, March 3 and Saturday, March 4 at 7PM.

Leslie Odom, Jr. Will Return to Broadway in PURLIE VICTORIOUS: A NON-CONFEDERATE ROMP THROUGH THE COTTON PATCH, Directed by Kenny Leon


Tony & Grammy Award winner and Academy & Emmy Award nominee Leslie Odom, Jr. will star in the new Broadway production of the classic American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by the legendary Ossie Davis.

Walter Matthau FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Walter Matthau been in?

Walter Matthau has appeared on Broadway in 17 shows.

How many West End shows has Walter Matthau been in?

Walter Matthau has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Walter Matthau been nominated for?

Walter Matthau has been nominated for the following awards: - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Odd Couple - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for A Shot in the Dark - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Once More, With Feeling

What awards has Walter Matthau won?

Walter Matthau won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for "The Odd Couple" and the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for "A Shot in the Dark."

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