Frankie Howerd
Latest News on Frankie Howerd:
Cast Set For CASH ON DELIVERY at The Mill at Sonning (Dec 29, 2025)
Anita Harris Named President of The UK Pantomime Association (Dec 12, 2025)
THE LAST LAUGH Will Return For A UK and Ireland Tour (Oct 7, 2025)
Cast Set For CASH ON DELIVERY at The Mill at Sonning (Dec 29, 2025)
Anita Harris Named President of The UK Pantomime Association (Dec 12, 2025)
THE LAST LAUGH Will Return For A UK and Ireland Tour (Oct 7, 2025)
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
The Runaway Bus
[ 1954 ] Percy Lamb
[ 1954 ] Percy Lamb
The Ladykillers
[ 1955 ] The Barrow Boy
[ 1955 ] The Barrow Boy
A Touch of the Sun
[ 1956 ] William Darling
[ 1956 ] William Darling
Jumping for Joy
[ 1956 ] Willie Joy
[ 1956 ] Willie Joy
Further Up the Creek
[ 1958 ] Bosun
[ 1958 ] Bosun
Watch It, Sailor!
[ 1961 ] Church Organist guest appearance
[ 1961 ] Church Organist guest appearance
The Fast Lady
[ 1962 ] Road Workman in Hole
[ 1962 ] Road Workman in Hole
The Cool Mikado
[ 1963 ] Ko-Ko Flintridge
[ 1963 ] Ko-Ko Flintridge
Carry on Doctor
[ 1967 ] Francis Bigger
[ 1967 ] Francis Bigger
Carry on Up the Jungle
[ 1970 ] Professor Inigo Tinkle
[ 1970 ] Professor Inigo Tinkle
Up Pompeii
[ 1971 ] Lurcio
[ 1971 ] Lurcio
Up the Front
[ 1972 ] Lurk
[ 1972 ] Lurk
The Chastity Belt
[ 1972 ] Richard, Lurkalot
[ 1972 ] Richard, Lurkalot
The House in Nightmare Park
[ 1973 ] Foster
[ 1973 ] Foster
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
[ 1978 ] Mean Mr. Mustard
[ 1978 ] Mean Mr. Mustard
TV Shows
All Change
Uncle Bob
Uncle Bob
Up Pompeii!
Lurcio
Lurcio
Videos
VIDEO: Watch The DEAD FUNNY Cast Talk Favourite Comedians and Taking Your Kit Off
by Marianka Swain - 2016-11-17 03:00:01
News
Cast Set For CASH ON DELIVERY at The Mill at Sonning
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025
The cast has been announced for CASH ON DELIVERY, a side-splitting farce of mistaken identity and mayhem by Michael Cooney, directed bv Ron Aldridge, at the Mill at Sonning.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 29, 2025
The cast has been announced for CASH ON DELIVERY, a side-splitting farce of mistaken identity and mayhem by Michael Cooney, directed bv Ron Aldridge, at the Mill at Sonning.
THE LAST LAUGH Will Return For A UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025
Following a successful West End run, New York season and UK tour, THE LAST LAUGH will return for a UK and Ireland tour in 2026, opening at Malvern Theatres next year.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025
Following a successful West End run, New York season and UK tour, THE LAST LAUGH will return for a UK and Ireland tour in 2026, opening at Malvern Theatres next year.
Paul Hendy's THE LAST LAUGH Comes To Theatre Royal Brighton Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025
Theatre Royal Brighton will welcome the UK tour of THE LAST LAUGH next week from Tue 11 Feb – Sat 15 Feb 2025. This brand-new play re-imagines the lives of three of Britain's all-time greatest comedy heroes – Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025
Theatre Royal Brighton will welcome the UK tour of THE LAST LAUGH next week from Tue 11 Feb – Sat 15 Feb 2025. This brand-new play re-imagines the lives of three of Britain's all-time greatest comedy heroes – Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse.
THE LAST LAUGH Comes to Brighton Ahead of West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024
Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, THE LAST LAUGH will play Theatre Royal Brighton in February, immediately prior to a West End run at the Noël Coward Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024
Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, THE LAST LAUGH will play Theatre Royal Brighton in February, immediately prior to a West End run at the Noël Coward Theatre.
THE LAST LAUGH Will Open in the West End Run and Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024
Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, a West End run has been announced for THE LAST LAUGH. Written and directed by Paul Hendy, this new play will run at the Noël Coward Theatre in London’s West End from 25 February to 22 March 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024
Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, a West End run has been announced for THE LAST LAUGH. Written and directed by Paul Hendy, this new play will run at the Noël Coward Theatre in London’s West End from 25 February to 22 March 2025.
Photos: First Look at York Theatre Royal's GUY FAWKES in Rehearsal
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 23, 2022
York-born Guy Fawkes is sick of being on the losing team. It's time for revolution! And so begins Guy Fawkes, an explosive new comedy that offers York actor, comedian and writer David Reed’s often-hilarious take on the gunpowder plot. This explosive comedy premieres at York Theatre Royal from 28 October-12 November. Check out photos here.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 23, 2022
York-born Guy Fawkes is sick of being on the losing team. It's time for revolution! And so begins Guy Fawkes, an explosive new comedy that offers York actor, comedian and writer David Reed’s often-hilarious take on the gunpowder plot. This explosive comedy premieres at York Theatre Royal from 28 October-12 November. Check out photos here.
Wolverhampton Panto Cast Announced for ALADDIN
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2022
Fresh from the West End production of Moulin Rouge The Musical, West End leading lady and singing sensation Zoe Birkett will play Spirit Of The Ring alongside EastEnders’ Beppe Di Marco, Michael Greco as Abanazar. Joining them is CBeebies favourite Ben Cajee in the title role of Aladdin, returning favourites Tam Ryan as Wishee Washee and Ian Adams as Widow Twankey, Duane Gooden as the Genie, Ian Billings as the Notary and introducing Wolverhampton’s own Sofie Anné as Princess Jasmine.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2022
Fresh from the West End production of Moulin Rouge The Musical, West End leading lady and singing sensation Zoe Birkett will play Spirit Of The Ring alongside EastEnders’ Beppe Di Marco, Michael Greco as Abanazar. Joining them is CBeebies favourite Ben Cajee in the title role of Aladdin, returning favourites Tam Ryan as Wishee Washee and Ian Adams as Widow Twankey, Duane Gooden as the Genie, Ian Billings as the Notary and introducing Wolverhampton’s own Sofie Anné as Princess Jasmine.
CLEMENT ATTLEE Comes To Liverpool's Epstein Theatre This Month Alongside Labour Party Conference
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2022
A new play documenting the fascinating time in post-war history when Government changed in power from Conservative Prime Minister Winston Churchill to Labour's Clement Attlee, comes to Liverpool's Epstein Theatre this Month.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2022
A new play documenting the fascinating time in post-war history when Government changed in power from Conservative Prime Minister Winston Churchill to Labour's Clement Attlee, comes to Liverpool's Epstein Theatre this Month.
BWW Review: WATERSHED " ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2022 at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - Mar 6, 2022
At times exquisitely lovely and, at others, confronting and brutal.
by Barry Lenny - Mar 6, 2022
At times exquisitely lovely and, at others, confronting and brutal.
The Bridge House Theatre Announces Spring Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2022
The spring season at The Bridge House Theatre in Penge is now on sale. It features comedy, musicals, physical theatre and lots of new writing. It's a bold season that has something for everyone!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2022
The spring season at The Bridge House Theatre in Penge is now on sale. It features comedy, musicals, physical theatre and lots of new writing. It's a bold season that has something for everyone!
STILL LIFE Will Be Performed Site Specific In The Waterwheel Bar At The Mill At Sonning
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2022
The bar is to be transformed into the refreshment room at Milford Junction railway station. The year is 1936. The play is STILL LIFE, that poignant and romantic tale of forbidden love written by Noël Coward, the inspiration for David Lean's classic film BRIEF ENCOUNTER.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2022
The bar is to be transformed into the refreshment room at Milford Junction railway station. The year is 1936. The play is STILL LIFE, that poignant and romantic tale of forbidden love written by Noël Coward, the inspiration for David Lean's classic film BRIEF ENCOUNTER.
DAD'S ARMY RADIO SHOW Will Return For Three New Episodes Adapted For The Stage; Tour Dates Announced
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2021
Perry and Croft's classic BBC sitcom is brought gloriously to life in three episodes of the hugely popular television series hilariously and lovingly enacted by two master performers. Check out the tour dates for these new upcoming episodes!
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2021
Perry and Croft's classic BBC sitcom is brought gloriously to life in three episodes of the hugely popular television series hilariously and lovingly enacted by two master performers. Check out the tour dates for these new upcoming episodes!
Photo Flash: First Look at The World Premiere Of HOWERD'S END
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2020
Can you imagine being terrified of your own happiness? You can? Then let’s begin...
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2020
Can you imagine being terrified of your own happiness? You can? Then let’s begin...
HOWERD'S END Starring Simon Cartwright and Mark Farrelly to Premiere at The Golden Goose
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2020
'Howerd's End' will get its world premiere at the new Golden Goose Theatre. This brand new play by Mark Farrelly ('Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope') takes you to the heart of Frankie and Dennis' clandestine relationship, which lasted from the 1950s until Frankie's death in 1992. It also affords a glorious opportunity to encounter Frankie in full-flight stand up mode.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2020
'Howerd's End' will get its world premiere at the new Golden Goose Theatre. This brand new play by Mark Farrelly ('Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope') takes you to the heart of Frankie and Dennis' clandestine relationship, which lasted from the 1950s until Frankie's death in 1992. It also affords a glorious opportunity to encounter Frankie in full-flight stand up mode.
KWPR Announces The World Premiere Of HOWERDS END
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2020
'Howerd's End' directed by Joe Harmston explores the clandestine relationship between comedy legend Frankie Howerd and Dennis Heymer from the 1950s until Frankie's death in 1992.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2020
'Howerd's End' directed by Joe Harmston explores the clandestine relationship between comedy legend Frankie Howerd and Dennis Heymer from the 1950s until Frankie's death in 1992.
BWW Interview: Shane Richie Talks THE ENTERTAINER
by Anthony Walker-Cook - Sep 12, 2019
Known to audiences as Alfie Moon from EastEnders, Shane Richie recently playing Hugo/Loco Chanelle in the West End's Everybody's Talking About Jamie, and can currently be found touring the UK as Archie Rice in John Osborne's The Entertainer.
by Anthony Walker-Cook - Sep 12, 2019
Known to audiences as Alfie Moon from EastEnders, Shane Richie recently playing Hugo/Loco Chanelle in the West End's Everybody's Talking About Jamie, and can currently be found touring the UK as Archie Rice in John Osborne's The Entertainer.
Casting Announced For 50th Anniversary Audio Recording Of UP POMPEII
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2019
Multi award winning David Benson is to lead an all-star cast in a sparkling new audio recording of the Frankie Howerd comedy classic, 'Up Pompeii'.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2019
Multi award winning David Benson is to lead an all-star cast in a sparkling new audio recording of the Frankie Howerd comedy classic, 'Up Pompeii'.
BWW Review: AS A MAN GROWS YOUNGER, Brockley Jack Studio Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Feb 22, 2019
David Bromley brings Italo Svevo back to life in Howard Colyer's monologue, As A Man Grows Younger, and finds plenty of parallels with the Europe of today.
by Gary Naylor - Feb 22, 2019
David Bromley brings Italo Svevo back to life in Howard Colyer's monologue, As A Man Grows Younger, and finds plenty of parallels with the Europe of today.
Book Review: DRAMATIC EXCHANGES, ed. Daniel Rosenthal
by Marianka Swain - Nov 26, 2018
This fascinating tome offers an insider's history of the National Theatre, via some 800 letters exchanged between Artistic Directors, actors, directors, playwrights, politicians, agents, critics and more. From arcane trivia through to vigorous words on the very nature and purpose of drama, it's a theatre geek's must-have.
by Marianka Swain - Nov 26, 2018
This fascinating tome offers an insider's history of the National Theatre, via some 800 letters exchanged between Artistic Directors, actors, directors, playwrights, politicians, agents, critics and more. From arcane trivia through to vigorous words on the very nature and purpose of drama, it's a theatre geek's must-have.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Frankie Howerd been in?
Frankie Howerd has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Frankie Howerd been in?
Frankie Howerd has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Frankie Howerd's first West End show?
Frankie Howerd's first West End show was A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum which opened in 1963
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