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BIO

Forbes (Robertson) Masson (born 17 August 1963 in Falkirk) is a Scottish actor and writer. He is an Associate Artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He is best known for his roles in classical theatre, musicals, comedies, and appearances in London's West End. He is also known for his comedy partnership with Alan Cumming. Masson and Cumming wrote The High Life, a Scottish situation comedy in which they play the lead characters, Steve McCracken and Sebastian Flight. Characters McCracken and Flight were heavily based on Victor and Barry, famous Scottish comedy alter-egos of Masson and Cumming. Masson also stars in the 2021 film The Road Dance, set on the Isle of Lewis as the Reverend MacIver.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
The Other Palace Revival, 2017
Amos

Don

Amos

Don

[West End]
West End Premiere Production, 2017
Defence Counsel Biegler


[West End]
West End Revival, 2017
Lenin [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
West End Revival Production, 2016
Lucifer


[West End]
A Revival Production, 2015
McKyle


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Review: ORPHANS, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Clementine Scott - Jan 8, 2026

Lyle Kessler’s Orphans was first performed in 1983, but you wouldn’t know that from this production. The tiny stage feels overcome by Sarah Beaton’s design, retro but not too retro, a space immune to the passing decades.
Photos: ORPHANS By Lyle Kessler At Jermyn Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2026

Jermyn Street Theatre will present Orphans by Lyle Kessler in January 2026, starring Forbes Masson, Chris Walley, and Fred Woodley Evans. See photos of the production.
2026: Theatre in Scotland At A Glance
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jan 5, 2026

BroadwayWorld Scotland Editor Natalie O'Donoghue rounds up the best theatre taking place in Scotland in 2026
Alan Cumming, Forbes Masson, and More Will Lead THE HIGH LIFE Musical Scotland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2025

The High Life will return in a new musical spectacular featuring all four original cast members - Alan Cumming, Forbes Masson, Siobhan Redmond and Patrick Ryecart. Learn more here!
The High Life - The Musical Announces Full Cast
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Dec 18, 2025

The cult BBC comedy series The High Life comes to Scottish stages as a brand-new musical, with Alan Cumming and Forbes Masson teaming up with writer Johnny McKnight and director Andrew Panton.
Dundee Rep Theatre Reveals 2026 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2025

Dundee Rep Theatre has announced its 2026 season, a celebration of community, world premieres, new voices, classics, and fresh work that invites audiences to connect with the life of the building and far beyond.
Alan Cumming Will Lead First Season as Artistic Director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025

Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director, Alan Cumming has announced his highly anticipated inaugural season of exciting programming for 2026, which will coincide with the 75th anniversary of the celebrated Scottish Highland Theatre.
The National Theatre of Scotland Reveals 2026 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

The National Theatre of Scotland has announced its upcoming season for 2026, including three world premieres, five tours across Scotland, gig theatre, and much more.
Forbes Masson in ORPHANS and More Set for Jermyn Street Theatre 2026 Fall Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025

With rehearsals currently underway for Katherine Moar’s world premiere Ragdoll, Jermyn Street Theatre revealed the first two productions in its 2026 Season. Learn more here!
Critics Award For Theatre in Scotland Announce Outstanding Panto Award
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Apr 30, 2025

The Critics Award for Theatre in Scotland announce details of their new Outstanding Panto award which will be presented at the Traverse Theatre on 8 June.
Full Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Starring Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

The Jamie Lloyd Company has announced the full cast for William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of Sigourney Weaver in THE TEMPEST?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 20, 2024

The Jamie Lloyd Company presents The Tempest,  the first production in a season of Shakespeare in London’s iconic Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Photos: Sigourney Weaver and More in THE TEMPEST
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024

All new production photos have been released  for The Jamie Lloyd Company’s production of Shakespeare’s The Tempest starring Sigourney Weaver in her West End debut.
Photo: Sigourney Weaver in THE TEMPEST at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2024

William Shakespeare’s The Tempest is running at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, starring Sigourney Weaver. Get a first look at Sigourney Weaver here!
Discount Tickets For THE TEMPEST Available For Under 30s, Key Workers, and Those Receiving Government Benefits
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

The Jamie Lloyd Company has announced the on sale details for the previously announced £25 tickets for under 30s, key workers and those receiving government benefits for William Shakespeare's The Tempest, starring Sigourney Weaver.
Full Cast Set For THE TEMPEST, Led By Sigourney Weaver
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2024

The Jamie Lloyd Company has announced the full cast for William Shakespeare's The Tempest at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Directed by Jamie Lloyd, The Tempest opens on Thursday 19 December, with previews from 7 December 2024, running until 1 February 2025.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Forbes Masson been in?

Forbes Masson has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Forbes Masson been in?

Forbes Masson has appeared on London's West End in 7 shows.

What was Forbes Masson's first West End show?

Forbes Masson's first West End show was The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe which opened in 2012

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