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Giles Terera

Giles Terera is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include A Christmas Carol, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, and Oh, Mary!. Awards include Olivier Awards for Hamilton (2018).

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STAGE CREDITS

A Christmas Carol
[West End]
2026
Ebenezer Scrooge
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
[West End]
2026
Chief Bromden, Dale Harding
Oh, Mary!
[West End]
2025
Mary’s Husband
Dr Strangelove Dr Strangelove
[West End]
General Buck Turgisdon
Blues for an Alabama Sky Blues for an Alabama Sky
[West End]
2022
Guy Jacobs
Hamilton Hamilton
[West End]
West End Production, 2021
Aaron Burr
Sammy Sammy
[West End]
West End Premiere, 2020
Sammy Davis Jr.
The American Clock The American Clock
[West End]
Old Vic Revival, 2019
Performer
Bent
[London]
Bent, LGBT+, London, National Theatre, George Mackey, Simon Russell Beale, 2017
Performer [Replacement]
Avenue Q Avenue Q
[West End]
Original London Production, 2006
Job

Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 2018 - Best Actor In A Musical

Giles Terera, Hamilton

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Cast Set For A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic Photo
Cast Set For A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026

The Old Vic announced the full cast for the 10th anniversary production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, directed by Matthew Warchus and adapted by Jack Thorne, starring Giles Terera as Ebenezer Scrooge alongside an ensemble cast.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Open at Lowry with John Thomson as Scrooge Photo
A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Open at Lowry with John Thomson as Scrooge
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026

John Thomson will play Ebenezer Scrooge in The Old Vic's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Lowry in Salford, marking the first time the show plays outside London since its 2017 world premiere.
Video: OH, MARY! to Debut on HBO In 2027 - Watch the Trailer Photo
Video: OH, MARY! to Debut on HBO In 2027 - Watch the Trailer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2026

Tony Award and Olivier Award-winning play OH, MARY! will debut on HBO and be available to stream on HBO Max in 2027. Starring and written by Tony Award winner Cole Escola, it is directed for the stage and screen by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton.
AVENUE Q Alumni to Reunite for West End Finale at Shaftesbury Theatre Photo
AVENUE Q Alumni to Reunite for West End Finale at Shaftesbury Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026

Julie Atherton, Ann Harada, Siôn Lloyd, Jon Robyns and Giles Terera will join the current company for a one-night reunion ahead of AVENUE Q's final West End performance.
Giles Terera to Play Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic Photo
Giles Terera to Play Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026

Giles Terera will star as Ebenezer Scrooge in Matthew Warchus's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Old Vic, marking the show's tenth anniversary run.
Interview: 'Something Is Missing From The Way We Portray Circus': Writer And Director Photo
Interview: 'Something Is Missing From The Way We Portray Circus': Writer And Director Jack Horner On Developing Jim Tully's CIRCUS PARADE
by Christiana Rose - Sep 26, 2026

For Jack Horner, Circus Parade is a story 20 years in the making. First discovering Jim Tully’s raw and uncompromising account of life inside an early 20th century American circus while studying circus himself, Horner immediately saw something which had rarely been brought to the stage: not the sequins, spectacle and romanticism of the circus, but the sawdust, sweat, hardship and humanity beyond the tent. 
Lolly Adefope Will Make West End Debut in OH, MARY! Photo
Lolly Adefope Will Make West End Debut in OH, MARY!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2026

Lolly Adefope will make her West End debut as Mary Todd Lincoln in OH, MARY! at the Trafalgar Theatre, taking over the role for a limited engagement. Learn more here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 27, 2026- LES MISERABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACUL Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 27, 2026- LES MISERABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR at Radio City and More
by - Jul 25, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Photos: Cole Escola Returns to OH, MARY! in London, With Giles Terera, Michael Urie, Photo
Photos: Cole Escola Returns to OH, MARY! in London, With Giles Terera, Michael Urie, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2026

All new photos have been released from the Olivier and Tony Award-winning comedy OH, MARY! in London at the Trafalgar Theatre, featuring Cole Escola, Giles Terera, Michael Urie, and more. Check out the photos here.
Video: Cole Escola, Michael Urie & More Take Bows in OH, MARY! in London Photo
Video: Cole Escola, Michael Urie & More Take Bows in OH, MARY! in London
by Michael Major - Jul 20, 2026

Oh, Mary! in London has welcomed a new cast! Watch a new video of Cole Escola and more joining the company, taking their first bows in the production. 
Cole Escola Will Return to OH, MARY! in London For Filmed Performances Photo
Cole Escola Will Return to OH, MARY! in London For Filmed Performances
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026

Full casting announced for summer performances of OH, MARY! at London's Trafalgar Theatre, with Cole Escola, returning for filmed performances. Learn more about the cast here.
Creative Team Set for World Premiere of LANNY at Bristol Old Vic Photo
Creative Team Set for World Premiere of LANNY at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

Bristol Old Vic, in association with ETT, has announced the full creative team for the world premiere stage adaptation of Max Porter's novel LANNY, with direction by Nancy Medina and writing by Bea Roberts.
Guest Blog: 'The Downtrodden Deserve Their Stories To Be Told': Actor Arthur Boan on Photo
Guest Blog: 'The Downtrodden Deserve Their Stories To Be Told': Actor Arthur Boan on Playing Chief Bromden in ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST
by Guest Author - Apr 23, 2026

In the late nineties, my childhood self was growing up in the wilderness surrounded by bears and wolves on a remote island in the James Bay, Canada. He would never have expected that in 2026 he would find himself on the stage in London’s West End, playing one of the most iconic characters in contemporary North American literature. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 17, 2026- THE FULL MONTY To Return to Broadway and M Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 17, 2026- THE FULL MONTY To Return to Broadway and More
by - Apr 17, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST starring Giles Terera, The Old Vic Photo
Review: ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST starring Giles Terera, The Old Vic
by Gary Naylor - Apr 16, 2026

Superb ensemble cast and inspired staging puts us on the hook for an unspoken oppression
Shop Olivier Award Winners - Deals For PADDINGTON, OH, MARY! & More Photo
Shop Olivier Award Winners - Deals For PADDINGTON, OH, MARY! & More
by Team BWW - Apr 16, 2026

Ready to see your next West End show? Of course you are! Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week.
Olivier Awards 2026- Complete List of Winners Photo
Olivier Awards 2026- Complete List of Winners
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 12, 2026

London theatre's biggest night returned for its 2026 ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, where Nick Mohammed hosted the Olivier Awards. Check out a full list of winners here.
Interview: 'You Feel This Joy At Letting Weird Be Wonderful!': Actor Scott Karim on J Photo
Interview: 'You Feel This Joy At Letting Weird Be Wonderful!': Actor Scott Karim on Joining The Cast of OH, MARY!
by Kat Mokrynski - Apr 8, 2026

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Scott Karim, who has taken over the role of Mary’s Husband in Oh, Mary! from Giles Terera. We discussed what made him want to be a part of this production, what made the rehearsal process unique and even what he thinks makes this comedic play so special.
Michelle Gomez Departs ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST at The Old Vic Photo
Michelle Gomez Departs ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST at The Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026

Michelle Gomez has departed the cast of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest at The Old Vic, due to personal reasons. The role of Nurse Ratched will now be played by Olivia Williams. All performances are scheduled to go ahead as planned.
Photos: Aaron Pierre, Michelle Gomez and More in Rehearsals for ONE FLEW OVER THE CUC Photo
Photos: Aaron Pierre, Michelle Gomez and More in Rehearsals for ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

You can now get a first look at rehearsal photos for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest at The Old Vic, starring Aaron Pierre, Michelle Gomez and more. 
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Giles Terera been in?

Giles Terera has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Giles Terera been in?

Giles Terera has appeared on London's West End in 9 shows.

What was Giles Terera's first West End show?

Giles Terera's first West End show was Avenue Q which opened in 2006

What awards has Giles Terera been nominated for?

and Best Actor In A Musical (Olivier Awards) for Hamilton.

What awards has Giles Terera won?

Giles Terera won the Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance in Hamilton.

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