Date of Birth: June 16, 1934 (88)
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
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Eileen Atkins is a British actress with an extensive career in both stage and screen. Born in 1934 in London, England, Atkins began her acting career in the 1950s and quickly made a name for herself as a talented performer.
Atkins' Broadway debut came in 1966 in the play "The Killing of Sister George," for which she received a Tony Award nomination. She returned to Broadway in 2007 in the play "Doubt," for which she received another Tony nomination. Atkins has also performed in numerous West End productions, including "The Birthday Party," "The Caretaker," and "The Unexpected Man."
In addition to her stage work, Atkins has had a successful career in film and television. She has appeared in a number of popular films, including "Cold Mountain," "Gosford Park," and "Robin Hood." Her television credits include "Cranford," "Doc Martin," and "The Crown."
Atkins is perhaps best known for her work as a writer and performer in the one-woman show "A Room of One's Own," based on the Virginia Woolf essay of the same name. Atkins adapted the essay for the stage and performed it both in London and on Broadway, earning critical acclaim for her performance.
Throughout her career, Atkins has received numerous awards and accolades for her work. In addition to her Tony nominations, she has been honored with a BAFTA Award, an Emmy Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She was also made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1990 and a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 2001 for her contributions to the arts.
Despite her many accomplishments, Atkins remains humble about her success. In an interview with The Guardian, she said, "I never wanted to be a star. I just wanted to be a good actress, and I've been very lucky to have had the chance to do that."
Atkins has also been open about her struggles with depression and anxiety throughout her life. In an interview with The Telegraph, she said, "I think it's important for people to know that even if you're successful, you can still suffer from mental health issues. It's not something to be ashamed of."
Atkins' dedication to her craft and her willingness to speak openly about her struggles have made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Her contributions to both stage and screen have left a lasting impact on audiences around the world, and her legacy is sure to continue for many years to come.
[1968]Inadmissible Evidence Shirley
[1975]Sharon's Baby Sister Albana
[1977]Equus Hesther Saloman
[1983]The Dresser Madge
[1991]The Lost Language of Cranes Rose Benjamin
[1991]Let Him Have It Lillian Bentley
[1994]Wolf Mary
[1995]Jack & Sarah Phil
[1997]Mrs Dalloway writer
[1998]The Avengers Alice
[1999]Women Talking Dirty Emily Boyle
[2001]Gosford Park Mrs. Croft
[2002]The Hours Barbara in the Flower Shop
[2003]A Long Weekend in Pest and Buda Amanda
[2003]Cold Mountain Maddy
[2003]What a Girl Wants Jocelyn Dhwood
[2004]Vanity Fair Miss Matilda Crawley
[2004]The Queen of Sheba's Pearls School Matron
[2005]The Feast of the Goat Aunt Adelina
[2006]Scenes of a Sexual Nature Iris
[2006]Ask the Dust Mrs. Hargraves
[2007]Evening The Night Nurse
[2008]Last Chance Harvey Maggie
[2010]Wild Target Louisa Maynard
[2010]Robin Hood Eleanor of Aquitaine
[2012]The Scapegoat Lady Spence
[2013]Beautiful Creatures Gramma
[2014]Magic in the Moonlight Aunt Vanessa
[2016]ChickLit Peggy Law
[2017]Carnage Dorothy
[2017]Paddington 2 Madame Kozlova
[2018]Vita & Virginia writer
Doc Martin Ruth Ellingham
Jackanory Storyteller
Psychoville Nurse Edwina Kenchington
W. Somerset Maugham Olive Hardy, Leslie Crosbie
Eileen Atkins, The Height of the Storm
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Eileen Atkins , The Retreat from Moscow
Eileen Atkins, The Retreat from Moscow
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Eileen AtkinsThe Night Of The Iguana
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Eileen AtkinsCymbeline
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Eileen Atkins, The Night of the Tribades
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Eileen Atkins, Vivat! Vivat Regina!
Eileen Atkins, The Killing of Sister George
Eileen Atkins has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
Eileen Atkins has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
Eileen Atkins's first West End show was The Height of the Storm which opened in 2018
Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Height of the Storm , Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Honour , Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Retreat from Moscow , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Retreat from Moscow , Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Retreat from Moscow , Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Unexpected Man , Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for The Unexpected Man , Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Unexpected Man , Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for The Unexpected Man , Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for John Gabriel Borkman , Honorary Awards (Drama Desk Awards) for Eileen Atkins , Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Room of One's Own , Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for Vita & Virginia , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Indiscretions , Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for The Night Of The Iguana , Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for A Room of One’s Own , Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for A Room of One's Own , Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for A Room of One's Own , Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Room of One's Own , Outstanding Performance of the Year in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Cymbeline , Actress of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for Passion Play , Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Night of the Tribades , Actress of the Year in a Revival (Olivier Awards) for Twelfth Night , Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Vivat! Vivat Regina! , Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Vivat! Vivat Regina! and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Killing of Sister George .
Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Height of the Storm, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Honour , Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Retreat from Moscow , Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Retreat from Moscow, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Unexpected Man, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for The Unexpected Man, Honorary Awards (Drama Desk Awards) for Eileen Atkins, Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for A Room of One's Own, Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for Vita & Virginia, Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for A Room of One’s Own, Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for A Room of One's Own, Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for A Room of One's Own, Outstanding Performance of the Year in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Cymbeline, Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Night of the Tribades, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Vivat! Vivat Regina! Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards)and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Vivat! Vivat Regina!.
Eileen Atkins has written 1 shows including Vita & Virginia (Playwright).
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