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Roundabout: Don't Dress for Dinner, Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Tony nomination, Drama League nomination, Outer Critics Circle nomination, Theatre World Award winner). Theatre includes, at the Royal National Theatre: Thérèse Raquin, Iphigenia at Aulis, Three Sisters, All My Sons (Olivier Award, WhatsonStage Award). For the Donmar Warehouse: Luise Miller, The Wild Duck, The God of Hell, Tales From Hollywood. For the Royal Court: Haunted Child Other credits include As You Like It (Lyric, TMA nomination), Martin Yesterday (Royal Exchange, MEN nomination), Naked (Almeida/Playhouse), 900 Oneonta (Old Vic/Ambassadors, Evening Standard Award nomination), Waiting for Godot (Lyric Hammersmith), Cracks (King’s Head), Entertaining Mr. Sloane (Greenwich), Never the Sinner (the Playhouse, Olivier nomination), The Tutor (Old Vic). Film includes Jack the Giant Killer, Luna, Doom, Fogbound, Married/Unmarried, Fanny and Elvis, Madeline, I Want You, Beautiful Thing, Passion in the Desert. Television includes "Law and Order UK", "Merlin", "Women in Love," "The Lehman Brothers," “The Passion,” “Lark Rise to Candleford,” “Who Killed Mrs. De Ropp,” “The State Within,” “Elizabeth: The Virgin Queen,” “MI-5,” “Miss Marple,” “Conspiracy,” “Brittanic,” “Real Men,” “Ian Fleming: Bondmaker,” “Cutting It,” “Aristocrats,” “Truth or Dare,” “Inspector Alleyn Mysteries,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “The Lost Language of Cranes,” “Silent Witness.” Ben trained at LAMDA.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2026
Gregor Antonescu


[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2018
Pontius Pilate


[West End]
Royal Court Theatre Production, 2011
Douglas


[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2008
Le Vicomte de Valmont


Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Ben Daniels , Les Liaisons Dangereuses


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Theatre World Awards - 2008 - Performance

Ben Daniels, Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Ben Daniels, Les Liaisons Dangereuses


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Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Supporting Actor

Ben Daniels, All My Sons

Olivier Awards - 1991 - Performance of the Year by an Actor in a Supporting Role

Ben DanielsNever The Sinner

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Review: MAN AND BOY, National Theatre
by Clementine Scott - Feb 11, 2026

If anyone still thought Terence Rattigan a staid drawing room playwright, his 1963 play Man and Boy ought to put an end to that. Anthony Lau’s version doesn’t always elevate the source material to its full potential, but it presents a case for giving the text another look.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 9, 2026- MOULIN ROUGE! Sets Final Broadway Bow and More
by - Feb 9, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 9, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Photos: First Look at Ben Daniels, Laurie Kynaston & More in MAN AND BOY at the National Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026

The National Theatre just released production images for Man and Boy, Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau’s (The Crucible) National Theatre debut. 
Video: Ben Daniels & Laurie Kynaston Rehearse for MAN AND BOY at The National Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026

The National Theatre will soon present Man and Boy, Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau’s National Theatre debut. Watch a sneak peek from inside rehearsals in this video.
Photos: MAN AND BOY Rehearsals at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026

You can now get a first look at rehearsal photos of The National Theatre's Man and Boy, Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau’s (The Crucible) National Theatre debut.
Cast Set For MAN AND BOY at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025

The National Theatre has announced full casting for Man and Boy,  Terence Rattigan's tale of fatherhood and corruption, marking Director Anthony Lau's (The Crucible) National Theatre debut.
HAMLET New York Transfer and More Set for National Theatre 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025

The National Theatre has revealed further information about productions in 2026. The season will feature the New York transfer of Hamlet, and more! See the full season here.
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McArdle, Marilyn Maye, and many more. See the full lineup here!
Full Cast Set For DOUBT A PARABLE at Theatre Royal Bath
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024

Theatre Royal Bath Productions has confirmed full casting for John Patrick Shanley’s drama DOUBT a parable at Theatre Royal Bath’s Ustinov Studio. Learn more about the cast here!
Jeff Daniels' 'Alive and Well Enough Continues' Memoir Launches on Audible
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2024

Audible has released Alive and Well Enough Continues, the second season of the acclaimed Audible Original from actor Jeff Daniels. This new season is a continuation of the audio-only memoir, mixing storytelling, original music, and performance.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Comes To Australia In November 2024
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2024

Experience the global phenomenon as JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR arrives in Australia. Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical experience with this iconic musical.
Video: Watch ANNE RICE'S INTERVIEW WITH A VAMPIRE Season 2 Trailer
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024

AMC Networks debuted the first extended trailer for season two of the critically acclaimed series Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire. The series stars Jacob Anderson, along with Sam Reid, Eric Bogosian, Assad Zaman, Delainey Hayles and Ben Daniels. Watch the video trailer now!
Video: AMC Drops ANNE RICE'S INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE Season Two Teaser
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024

AMC Networks debuted an all-new teaser for season two of Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, starring Jacob Anderson, during Sunday's premiere of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live. AMC also released a sneak peek clip of the upcoming new season, featuring stars Anderson and Delainey Hayles. Watch the videos now!
Apple TV+ Renews FOUNDATION For Season Three
by Michael Major - Dec 5, 2023

Apple TV+ renews epic sci-fi saga 'Foundation' for season three, expanding the acclaimed adaptation of Isaac Asimov's stories. In addition to Lee Pace and Jared Harris, “Foundation” stars Lou Llobell, Leah Harvey, Laura Birn, Cassian Bilton, Terrence Mann, Isabella Laughland, Kulvinder Ghir, Ella-Rae Smith, Holt McCallany, Rachel House, and more.
Master Voice Teacher Mary Setrakian Releases Debut Book SING: FIND YOUR TRUE VOICE
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 13, 2023

Mary Setrakian, master voice teacher and vocal coach to the stars, has released her debut book SING: FIND YOUR TRUE VOICE, with a foreword by Sierra Boggess, Olivier-nominated actress and Broadway leading lady.
Video: Watch Terrence Mann in the FOUNDATION Season Two Trailer
by Michael Major - Jul 6, 2023

Season two of “Foundation” also stars returning cast members Terrence Mann, Laura Birn, and Cassian Bilton and introduces new characters and stars, including Isabella Laughland (‘Brother Constant’), Kulvinder Ghir (‘Poly Verisof’), Ella-Rae Smith (‘Queen Sareth of Cloud Dominion'), Holt McCallany (‘Warden Jaegger Fount’), and more. Watch the video!
Video: Apple Debuts FOUNDATION Season Two Teaser
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023

Based on Isaac Asimov’s award-winning stories, and featuring an international cast led by Emmy-nominated actors Jared Harris and Lee Pace, alongside rising stars Lou Llobell and Leah Harvey, the 10-episode second season of “Foundation” will debut globally on Apple TV+. Watch the video teaser trailer now!
Show Of The Week: Tickets from £25 for MEDEA Starring Sophie Okonedo
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 20, 2023

Show Of The Week: Tickets from £25 for Medea @sohoplace 'A blazing Sophie Okonedo makes this spartan production a must-see' Evening Standard
Review: MEDEA, @sohoplace
by Alexander Cohen - Feb 18, 2023

Sophie Okonedo adds flavour to a strong but otherwise vanilla production of Euripides' tragedy.
Tickets from £30 for MEDEA Starring Sophie Okonedo
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 27, 2023

What could turn a woman from a lover into a destroyer of love?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ben Daniels been in?

Ben Daniels has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Ben Daniels been in?

Ben Daniels has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Ben Daniels's first West End show?

Ben Daniels's first West End show was Haunted Child which opened in 2011

What awards has Ben Daniels been nominated for?

Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Best Supporting Actor (Olivier Awards) for All My Sons and Performance of the Year by an Actor in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Never The Sinner.

What awards has Ben Daniels won?

Ben Daniels has won the Theatre World Award for his performance in Les Liaisons Dangereuses and received the Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in All My Sons.

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