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Alan Rickman

Birth Place: London, ENGLAND

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BIO

An internationally-renowned actor of stage, screen and television, Alan Rickman was nominated for a Tony Award for his acclaimed starring performance as Elyot in the 2002 production of Private Lives. He previously made his Broadway debut and earned his first Tony Award nomination as Valmont in the 1987 U.S. premiere production of Les Liasions Dangereuses. His final role on Broadway was as Leonard in the 2011 production of Theresa Rebeck's Seminar. On film, he is perhaps best known for his iconic performances as Professor Severus Snape in the Harry Potter franchise and Hans Gruber in the 1988 hit Die Hard, as well as award-winning roles in such films as Sense and Sensibility, Sweeney Todd, and Bottle Shock. Rickman passed away on January 14, 2016 of pancreatic cancer.

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STAGE CREDITS

Seminar Seminar
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Leonard
Private Lives
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Elyot Chase
Les Liaisons Dangereuses
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Le Vicomte de Valmont

Productions

My Name is Rachel Corrie
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Director

Writing

My Name is Rachel Corrie
Adaptation

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Leading Actor in a Play

Alan Rickman, Seminar

Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award

Alan Rickman, Seminar


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Alan Rickman, Private Lives

Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Actor

Alan RickmanPrivate Lives

Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Alan Rickman, Private Lives

Tony Awards - 1987 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Alan Rickman , Les Liaisons Dangereuses

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LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT Will Come to the Palace Theater Photo
LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT Will Come to the Palace Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT will bring Richard Curtis' beloved Christmas classic to more than thirty U.S. cities this holiday season, including a stop at Waterbury’s Palace Theater for one show only.
LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT Will Come to the Palace Theatre Photo
LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT Will Come to the Palace Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026

LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT will bring Richard Curtis’ beloved Christmas classic to more than 30 U.S. cities this holiday season including a stop in Columbus at the Palace Theatre. Learn more here!
LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT to Tour 30+ U.S. Cities This Holiday Season
by Joshua Wright - Jul 22, 2026

GEA Live, RoadCo, and Fifth Season announced LOVE ACTUALLY IN CONCERT will visit more than 30 U.S. cities, with a live orchestra performing the film's soundtrack while the complete movie plays on screen.
Cassie Bradley Will Lead MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE at Greenwich Theatre Photo
Cassie Bradley Will Lead MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE at Greenwich Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2026

Greenwich Theatre announced a revival of MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE starring Cassie Bradley, known for her upcoming role in Practical Magic 2. The production, compiled by Alan Rickman and Katherine Viner, follows the young activist's journey from America to Gaza.
Review: 1776 at Musicals At Richter Photo
Review: 1776 at Musicals At Richter
by Sean Fallon - Jul 12, 2026

On Saturday, July 11th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal production at Musicals at Richter, in Danbury, 1776. Seeing this show at this outdoor venue on a clear night is a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Robert Bria designed the set, which primarily depicts the inside of Independence Hall. Director David Halliwell, music director Andrew Gadwah, and choreographer Emma Kelly help bring out the best in this stellar cast! The stage chemistry and stage presence of this cast is so strong that the audience can easily forget that we are not watching an actual debate. I had never seen this show before and was quite impressed by how it draws the audience right in and consistently holds our attention. It was clear that the entire cast had fun performing.
Hugh Bonneville & Lisa McCune To Lead PRIVATE LIVES Australian Premiere Photo
Hugh Bonneville & Lisa McCune To Lead PRIVATE LIVES Australian Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026

Hugh Bonneville will make his Australian stage debut alongside Lisa McCune in a new production of Noël Coward's PRIVATE LIVES at Theatre Royal Sydney, directed by RSC associate Christopher Luscombe.
MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE Will Open at True Mirage Theater's New Miami Venue Photo
MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE Will Open at True Mirage Theater's New Miami Venue
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

True Mirage Theater will inaugurate its new Miami black box venue with MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE, directed by Daniel Gil and starring Celia Voges in her professional debut.
4000 MILES, PRIVATE LIVES, and More Set For Scripps Ranch Theatre's Season 47 Photo
4000 MILES, PRIVATE LIVES, and More Set For Scripps Ranch Theatre's Season 47
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026

Scripps Ranch Theatre announced its 47th season, with Artistic Director Jill Drexler marking 25 years leading the San Diego company. The lineup includes THEATRE PEOPLE OR THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, 4000 MILES, and PRIVATE LIVES.
Video: Hamish Linklater Guest Stars as Biohacker in New ELSBETH Sneak Peek Clip Photo
Video: Hamish Linklater Guest Stars as Biohacker in New ELSBETH Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 25, 2026

Hamish Linklater guest stars as a wealthy biohacker in the new episode of Elsbeth, debuting on Thursday. In a sneak peek clip from the episode, the Broadway alum receives a visit from Elsbeth, who has a few questions following the untimely death of his friend. Check it out now.
Mirvish Theatres in Toronto Will Dim Marquee Lights in Honour of Theatre Producer Pau Photo
Mirvish Theatres in Toronto Will Dim Marquee Lights in Honour of Theatre Producer Paul Elliott
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

Toronto's Mirvish Theatres will dim their marquee lights on January 28 at 8 PM to honor the late Paul Elliott, a prominent UK theatre producer who passed away recently.
Thriller Film BARRON'S COVE Sets Streaming Debut on Paramount+ Photo
Thriller Film BARRON'S COVE Sets Streaming Debut on Paramount+
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025

Barron's Cove, the crime thriller written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Evan Ari Kelman, will make its streaming debut exclusively on Paramount+ on January 1.
Hamish Linklater Joins ELSBETH Season 3 with Steve Buscemi Photo
Hamish Linklater Joins ELSBETH Season 3 with Steve Buscemi
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 11, 2025

Hamish Linklater and Jeff Hiller join Steve Buscemi as guest stars in Season 3 of Elsbeth, showcasing their Broadway talents in thrilling roles.
Interview: Larry Yando talks playing Dumbledore in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Photo
Interview: Larry Yando talks playing Dumbledore in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by R. Scott Reedy - Nov 11, 2025

A self-admitted “crazy person” for J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels who “stood in line at a bookstore whenever a new volume was released,” performer Larry Yando knows that portraying Dumbledore – onetime headmaster of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry – in the play “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” is a high-profile piece of work.
The Old Laundry Theatre Will Be Renamed The Victoria Wood Theatre; FOURTEEN AGAIN Wil Photo
The Old Laundry Theatre Will Be Renamed The Victoria Wood Theatre; FOURTEEN AGAIN Will Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025

Victoria Wood’s long-standing friendships, love of the Lake District and close connection to The Old Laundry Theatre in Bowness-on-Windermere comes full circle, as the intimate theatre is to be renamed THE VICTORIA WOOD THEATRE.
Cast Set For West End Run of GHOST STORIES Photo
Cast Set For West End Run of GHOST STORIES
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2025

The cast has been set for the return of Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman's supernatural sensation Ghost Stories to the West End. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Broadway Streaming Guide September 2025 - Where to Watch HELLUVA BOSS & More Photo
Broadway Streaming Guide September 2025 - Where to Watch HELLUVA BOSS & More
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2025

To help kick off the fall season, Broadway fans can tune into a brand new lineup of movies, music, and television to stream this September, including Helluva Boss, The Office spin-off series, and more.
Theresa Rebeck's SEMINAR Comes To Berkeley This September Photo
Theresa Rebeck's SEMINAR Comes To Berkeley This September
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2025

The Royal Underground Theatre Company will present Theresa Rebeck's Seminar, a sharp-witted comedy about power, ambition, and the price of success. We have all of the details here!
MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE to be Presented at Burning Coal Theatre Company Photo
MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE to be Presented at Burning Coal Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025

Burning Coal Theatre Company will present ten (10) performances over the next ten months of My Name is Rachel Corrie by Alan Rickman and Katharine Viner. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: Jobsite Theater & the Straz Center Present Matt Cox's PUFFS at the Jaeb Photo
Review: Jobsite Theater & the Straz Center Present Matt Cox's PUFFS at the Jaeb
by Peter Nason - Jul 12, 2025

A hilarious spoof about a certain unnamed school for wizards featuring a stellar cast and astonishing special effects!
MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE Returns to London For its 20th Anniversary Photo
MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE Returns to London For its 20th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025

My Name is Rachel Corrie comes to The Etcetera Theatre in July. 23 years old and six thousand miles from home, Rachel Corrie stands between an armoured bulldozer and a family home. Learn more here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Alan Rickman been in?

Alan Rickman has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Alan Rickman been in?

Alan Rickman has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Alan Rickman been nominated for?

Best Leading Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Seminar, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Seminar, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Private Lives, Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Private Lives, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Private Lives and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Les Liaisons Dangereuses.

What awards has Alan Rickman won?

Alan Rickman won the Best Leading Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Seminar. He was also nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for his performance in Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Additionally, Rickman received an Olivier Award for Best Actor for his role in the play in the West End.

How many shows has Alan Rickman written?

Alan Rickman has written 1 shows including My Name is Rachel Corrie (Adaptation).

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