Jack Betts
Latest News on Jack Betts:
Stage and Screen Actor Jack Betts Dies at 96 (Jun 23, 2025)
Mitch Hara's MUTANT OLIVE 2.0 Returns Funnier And More Outrageous Than Ever (Jan 23, 2023)
Photo Flash: Rich Little Honored As Hollywood Hero And Inducted Into The Hollywood Museum (Jun 6, 2018)
Stage and Screen Actor Jack Betts Dies at 96 (Jun 23, 2025)
Mitch Hara's MUTANT OLIVE 2.0 Returns Funnier And More Outrageous Than Ever (Jan 23, 2023)
Photo Flash: Rich Little Honored As Hollywood Hero And Inducted Into The Hollywood Museum (Jun 6, 2018)
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Hugh O'Brian, Johnny Whitaker, Romi Dames, Babara Van Orden, Judy Tenuta, Veronica Cartwright, Alison Arngrim, Geri Jewell, Erin Murphy, Tippi Hedren, Richard Herd, Andre Miripolsky, JoAnne Worley, Jack Betts, George Chakiris, Lee Purcell, Kate Linder, C
Date:
01/22/2013
From: Photo Flash: Tippi Hedren and More Attend THE BIRDS Q&A and 50th Anniversary Screening in LA
Red Line Tour personalities (lft to rt) Hugh O'Brian, Johnny Whitaker, Romi Dames, Babara Van Orden, Judy Tenuta, Veronica Cartwright, Alison Arngrim, Geri Jewell, Erin Murphy, Tippi Hedren, Richard Herd, Andre Miripolsky, JoAnne Worley, Jack Betts, Geor
Date:
01/21/2013
From: Photo Flash: Red Line Tours Launches 2013 Collectors Tickets Honoring Hollywood Directors
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
1981
Wally (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe)
(St. Louis, MO (Regional))
(Standby)
Productions
Movies
The Bloody Brood
[ 1959 ] Cliff
[ 1959 ] Cliff
The Chair
[ 1988 ] Detective
[ 1988 ] Detective
Dead Men Don't Die
[ 1990 ] Alex Cavanaugh
[ 1990 ] Alex Cavanaugh
White Trash
[ 1992 ] CC's father
[ 1992 ] CC's father
Falling Down
[ 1993 ] Frank Golfer
[ 1993 ] Frank Golfer
Batman Forever
[ 1995 ] Fisherman
[ 1995 ] Fisherman
Power 98
[ 1996 ] Waldo Marcel
[ 1996 ] Waldo Marcel
Batman & Robin
[ 1997 ] Party Guest
[ 1997 ] Party Guest
Gods and Monsters
[ 1998 ] Boris Karloff
[ 1998 ] Boris Karloff
The Scottish Tale
[ 1998 ] Syd
[ 1998 ] Syd
8MM
[ 1999 ] Butler
[ 1999 ] Butler
Office Space
[ 1999 ] Judge
[ 1999 ] Judge
True Rights
[ 2000 ] Thad Whitney
[ 2000 ] Thad Whitney
The Next Best Thing
[ 2000 ] Vernon
[ 2000 ] Vernon
Critical Mass
[ 2001 ] Atty. General Ames
[ 2001 ] Atty. General Ames
Mockingbird Don't Sing
[ 2001 ] Wes Standon
[ 2001 ] Wes Standon
Spider-Man
[ 2002 ] Henry Balkan
[ 2002 ] Henry Balkan
The Commission
[ 2003 ] Allen Dulles
[ 2003 ] Allen Dulles
Vendetta: No Conscience, No Mercy
[ 2004 ] Jack McGuire
[ 2004 ] Jack McGuire
Being Michael Madsen
[ 2007 ] James J. Perry
[ 2007 ] James J. Perry
Mardi Gras: Spring Break
[ 2011 ] Elderly Couple
[ 2011 ] Elderly Couple
About Last Night
[ 2014 ] Old Man
[ 2014 ] Old Man
The Red Maple Leaf
[ 2016 ] Alfonso Palermo's LA Driver
[ 2016 ] Alfonso Palermo's LA Driver
Silver Skies
[ 2016 ] Mickey
[ 2016 ] Mickey
JOB's Daughter
[ 2016 ] Sam Morrison
[ 2016 ] Sam Morrison
Garlic & Gunpowder
[ 2017 ] Bookstore Owner
[ 2017 ] Bookstore Owner
D-Railed
[ 2018 ] Conductor
[ 2018 ] Conductor
TV Shows
Another World
Louis St. George
Louis St. George
One Life to Live
Dr. Ivan Kipling
Dr. Ivan Kipling
The F.B.I.
Allen Cole, Woods, Defense Attorney Barker
Allen Cole, Woods, Defense Attorney Barker
News
Stage and Screen Actor Jack Betts Dies at 96
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that screen and stage actor Jack Betts died at the age of 96. While best known for screen roles, Betts started his career in 1953 in the play Richard III on Broadway.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that screen and stage actor Jack Betts died at the age of 96. While best known for screen roles, Betts started his career in 1953 in the play Richard III on Broadway.
Mitch Hara's MUTANT OLIVE 2.0 Returns Funnier And More Outrageous Than Ever
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2023
Zeke Rettman and the Hudson Theatres has announced the return of writer/performer Mitch Hara with a newer and even more outrageous version of his hilarious, heart-wrenching, multiple award-winning signature play, Mutant Olive.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2023
Zeke Rettman and the Hudson Theatres has announced the return of writer/performer Mitch Hara with a newer and even more outrageous version of his hilarious, heart-wrenching, multiple award-winning signature play, Mutant Olive.
Photo Flash: Rich Little Honored As Hollywood Hero And Inducted Into The Hollywood Museum
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2018
On May 31st, Rich Little, arguably the most famous impressionist in the world, was honored by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce during their Hollywood Hero ceremony with the Johnny Grant Award, along with Diahann Carroll (receiving the Mary Pickford Award).
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2018
On May 31st, Rich Little, arguably the most famous impressionist in the world, was honored by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce during their Hollywood Hero ceremony with the Johnny Grant Award, along with Diahann Carroll (receiving the Mary Pickford Award).
BWW Review: The Sun Also Rises on Master Actors In SILVER SKIES
by Herbert Paine - Feb 26, 2016
SILVER SKIES is one doozy of a delightful and heartwarming film with a cast (no exaggeration!) to live for. Written, produced and directed by Rosemary Rodriguez and screening at this year's Sedona International Film Festival, the flick features bravura performances by a stellar group of veteran actors, most notably George Hamilton and Valerie Perrine..
by Herbert Paine - Feb 26, 2016
SILVER SKIES is one doozy of a delightful and heartwarming film with a cast (no exaggeration!) to live for. Written, produced and directed by Rosemary Rodriguez and screening at this year's Sedona International Film Festival, the flick features bravura performances by a stellar group of veteran actors, most notably George Hamilton and Valerie Perrine..
Photo Flash: CARRIE THE KILLER MUSICAL EXPERIENCE Celebrates Opening Night - Stephen Schwartz, Cathy Rigby and More!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2015
CARRIE The Killer Musical Experience is now performing at the historic Los Angeles Theatre, the first theatrical musical at that venue. Opening Night was last night, October 8, and BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the opening night bash, plus photos from the starry arrivals, below!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2015
CARRIE The Killer Musical Experience is now performing at the historic Los Angeles Theatre, the first theatrical musical at that venue. Opening Night was last night, October 8, and BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the opening night bash, plus photos from the starry arrivals, below!
Photo Flash: Jose Iturbi Foundation Salutes Sinatra's 100th at the Hollywood Bowl
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 24, 2015
For two decades, the Jose© Iturbi Foundation (www.joseiturbifoundation.org) has fulfilled his mission by sponsoring blockbuster concerts and international musical competitions, showcasing professional classical music artists in the making.
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 24, 2015
For two decades, the Jose© Iturbi Foundation (www.joseiturbifoundation.org) has fulfilled his mission by sponsoring blockbuster concerts and international musical competitions, showcasing professional classical music artists in the making.
Photo Flash: Doris Roberts, Lee Purcell, Barry Livingston, adn Many More Stars Support Opening of 'Reel to Real' Exhibit
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jun 13, 2015
The Hollywood Museum is proud to offer an exclusive new exhibition - Reel to Real: Portrayals and Perceptions of Gays in Hollywood - an entertaining and informative retrospective of LGBT images in film and television throughout the decades. Check out photos from the event below!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jun 13, 2015
The Hollywood Museum is proud to offer an exclusive new exhibition - Reel to Real: Portrayals and Perceptions of Gays in Hollywood - an entertaining and informative retrospective of LGBT images in film and television throughout the decades. Check out photos from the event below!
Photo Flash: Vegas Divas & COP 4 CAUSES Partner for 'Golden Ticket' Event
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 16, 2015
Hockey Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille and his wife artist/author Stacia were honored on Friday at the COP 4 CAUSES 'Golden Ticket' event for their years dedication to foster youth.
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 16, 2015
Hockey Hall of Famer Luc Robitaille and his wife artist/author Stacia were honored on Friday at the COP 4 CAUSES 'Golden Ticket' event for their years dedication to foster youth.
Jack Betts to Perform ON MY WAY HERE at Newman Theater, 8/3
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 10, 2014
Actor, singer, playwright and director Jack Betts will make his debut appearance at the Arthur Newman Theater at the Joslyn Center in Palm Desert on Sunday, August 3, 2014 at 2 PM in a one-man mini-musical biography of his long and successful career in 'On My Way Here'. The show will touch on his more than 5 decades as a leading man and guest star in film, stage, and television productions. Joined by Los Angeles musical director Ron Snyder on the baby grand piano, Jack will being singing songs that will showcase his dramatic as well as comedic sides.
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 10, 2014
Actor, singer, playwright and director Jack Betts will make his debut appearance at the Arthur Newman Theater at the Joslyn Center in Palm Desert on Sunday, August 3, 2014 at 2 PM in a one-man mini-musical biography of his long and successful career in 'On My Way Here'. The show will touch on his more than 5 decades as a leading man and guest star in film, stage, and television productions. Joined by Los Angeles musical director Ron Snyder on the baby grand piano, Jack will being singing songs that will showcase his dramatic as well as comedic sides.
BWW Reviews: IT GOES LIKE THIS Shares the Importance of Love and Acceptance
by Shari Barrett - Apr 22, 2013
The Lee Strasberg Center is hosting the world premiere of a very timely new theatrical work by Jack Betts at The Marilyn Monroe Theatre in West Hollywood entitled IT GOES LIKE THIS which has a message that Americans, Congress and the Supreme Court need to hear as the subject of gay marriage is being put to the vote. Most importantly, it brings awareness to the discrimination and hatred faced by so many individuals in the world today.
by Shari Barrett - Apr 22, 2013
The Lee Strasberg Center is hosting the world premiere of a very timely new theatrical work by Jack Betts at The Marilyn Monroe Theatre in West Hollywood entitled IT GOES LIKE THIS which has a message that Americans, Congress and the Supreme Court need to hear as the subject of gay marriage is being put to the vote. Most importantly, it brings awareness to the discrimination and hatred faced by so many individuals in the world today.
Photo Flash: Jack Betts' IT GOES LIKE THIS Opening at Marilyn Monroe Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2013
The Lee Strasberg Center is hosting the world premiere of a very timely new theatrical work by Jack Betts at The Marilyn Monroe Theatre in Los Angeles entitled 'IT GOES LIKE THIS.' Guests at last Friday night's opening included Kate Linder (Y&R), Geri Jewell (Deadwood & Facts of Life), Barbara Van Orden (Welcome Back Cotter) as well as the evening's hostess, Ms. Doris Roberts. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities below!
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2013
The Lee Strasberg Center is hosting the world premiere of a very timely new theatrical work by Jack Betts at The Marilyn Monroe Theatre in Los Angeles entitled 'IT GOES LIKE THIS.' Guests at last Friday night's opening included Kate Linder (Y&R), Geri Jewell (Deadwood & Facts of Life), Barbara Van Orden (Welcome Back Cotter) as well as the evening's hostess, Ms. Doris Roberts. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities below!
Photo Flash: Doris Roberts and More Attend Jack Betts' IT GOES LIKE THIS Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2013
Doris Roberts, Jerry Mathers, Frances Fisher, Fred Willard, Dee Wallace, Thaao Penghlis, Jorge Garcia and other celebrity guests were on hand for a 'Hurray for Hollywood' capital raising effort for a new theatre production by Jack Betts, entitled 'It Goes Like This.' The reading was held at the Private residence of Dr. Robert Joseph and the $100 ticket price raised thousands to make the stage production a reality. BroadwayWorld has photos from the event below!
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2013
Doris Roberts, Jerry Mathers, Frances Fisher, Fred Willard, Dee Wallace, Thaao Penghlis, Jorge Garcia and other celebrity guests were on hand for a 'Hurray for Hollywood' capital raising effort for a new theatre production by Jack Betts, entitled 'It Goes Like This.' The reading was held at the Private residence of Dr. Robert Joseph and the $100 ticket price raised thousands to make the stage production a reality. BroadwayWorld has photos from the event below!
Photo Flash: Tippi Hedren and More Attend THE BIRDS Q&A and 50th Anniversary Screening in LA
by Movies News Desk - Jan 22, 2013
On January 17th, TCL (formerly Grauman's) Chinese Theatre presented a public screening of 'THE BIRDS' featuring a Q&A with cast co-stars Tippi Hedren and Veronica Cartwright. Hosted by Red Line Tour's owner, Tony Hoover, the screening celebrated the 50th anniversary of Hitchcock's Masterpiece released in January, 1963. Check out photos from the event below!
by Movies News Desk - Jan 22, 2013
On January 17th, TCL (formerly Grauman's) Chinese Theatre presented a public screening of 'THE BIRDS' featuring a Q&A with cast co-stars Tippi Hedren and Veronica Cartwright. Hosted by Red Line Tour's owner, Tony Hoover, the screening celebrated the 50th anniversary of Hitchcock's Masterpiece released in January, 1963. Check out photos from the event below!
Photo Flash: Red Line Tours Launches 2013 Collectors Tickets Honoring Hollywood Directors
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2013
On January 17, 2013 Red Line Tours launched their second set of collectors tickets, 'Directors Series,' highlighting four celebrated and iconic film directors. Designed by world-renowned artist, Andre Miripolsky, as a memento to patrons of the tour and of their visit to Hollywood. The tickets feature Charlie Chaplin, Alfred Hitchcock, Clint Eastwood and Sofia Coppola, the Silent, Golden, Modern and Contemporary eras of film. This is Red Line Tour's second installment in the series of images depicting iconic or celebrated Hollywood history. Check out photos from the launch event below!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2013
On January 17, 2013 Red Line Tours launched their second set of collectors tickets, 'Directors Series,' highlighting four celebrated and iconic film directors. Designed by world-renowned artist, Andre Miripolsky, as a memento to patrons of the tour and of their visit to Hollywood. The tickets feature Charlie Chaplin, Alfred Hitchcock, Clint Eastwood and Sofia Coppola, the Silent, Golden, Modern and Contemporary eras of film. This is Red Line Tour's second installment in the series of images depicting iconic or celebrated Hollywood history. Check out photos from the launch event below!
Alan Rosenberg and Dominic Rains Star in CYCLES at Hollywood Fringe, Now thru 6/20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2012
CYCLES, Robert Litz's funny and explosive new play, receives its world premiere as part of the 2012 Hollywood Fringe. Directed by Stefan Lysenko, CYCLES stars Emmy-nominated stage/screen veteran Alan Rosenberg opposite one of L.A.'s hottest young talents, Dominic Rains.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2012
CYCLES, Robert Litz's funny and explosive new play, receives its world premiere as part of the 2012 Hollywood Fringe. Directed by Stefan Lysenko, CYCLES stars Emmy-nominated stage/screen veteran Alan Rosenberg opposite one of L.A.'s hottest young talents, Dominic Rains.
Alan Rosenberg and Dominic Rains Star in CYCLES at Hollywood Fringe, 6/9-20
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2012
CYCLES, Robert Litz's funny and explosive new play, receives its world premiere as part of the 2012 Hollywood Fringe. Directed by Stefan Lysenko, CYCLES stars Emmy-nominated stage/screen veteran Alan Rosenberg opposite one of L.A.'s hottest young talents, Dominic Rains.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2012
CYCLES, Robert Litz's funny and explosive new play, receives its world premiere as part of the 2012 Hollywood Fringe. Directed by Stefan Lysenko, CYCLES stars Emmy-nominated stage/screen veteran Alan Rosenberg opposite one of L.A.'s hottest young talents, Dominic Rains.
Photo Flash: FELA! Opens in LA!
by BWW - Dec 15, 2011
"Fela!," the 2010 Best Musical Tony Award®-nominated musical, opened December 14th, at 8 p.m. at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre.
by BWW - Dec 15, 2011
"Fela!," the 2010 Best Musical Tony Award®-nominated musical, opened December 14th, at 8 p.m. at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre.
Photo Flash: Lee Strasberg Theatre Presents BARRYMORE
by BWW Photo Special - Nov 9, 2010
The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute has always been a location known for multiple celebrity sightings and many certainly turned out last Saturday, Nov 6th, for the opening night of 'BARRYMORE' starring Jack Betts as the famous thespian. The standing room only crowd included representatives of stage, film and TV with Julie Newmar, Fred Willard, Rip Taylor, Thao Penghlis, John Glover, Don Swayze, Ned VanZandt, Larry Pressman, as well as Ana Strasberg and John Barrymore, Jr. The evening's festivities included a birthday celebration for the opening's hostess, Doris Roberts.
by BWW Photo Special - Nov 9, 2010
The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute has always been a location known for multiple celebrity sightings and many certainly turned out last Saturday, Nov 6th, for the opening night of 'BARRYMORE' starring Jack Betts as the famous thespian. The standing room only crowd included representatives of stage, film and TV with Julie Newmar, Fred Willard, Rip Taylor, Thao Penghlis, John Glover, Don Swayze, Ned VanZandt, Larry Pressman, as well as Ana Strasberg and John Barrymore, Jr. The evening's festivities included a birthday celebration for the opening's hostess, Doris Roberts.
Betts Stars as Barrymore at Strasberg Creative Center, 11/4-14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2010
Jack Betts, under the direction of Carlyle King, offers an unforgettable portrayal of legendary actor, John Barrymore, a man of colossal talent and contradictions. Considered by many to be one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of all time, the production is set in 1942, the final year of John Barrymore's life and takes place on the stage of a Broadway theatre, where the actor is struggling to recreate his performance in the title role of Shakespeare's Richard III. Playwright William Luce (The Belle of Amherst) shows us the many facets of this complicated man and dazzling actor: the wives and the women...the drink and the profanity... the notoriety and the glory...in a portrait that Jack Betts brings brilliantly to life.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2010
Jack Betts, under the direction of Carlyle King, offers an unforgettable portrayal of legendary actor, John Barrymore, a man of colossal talent and contradictions. Considered by many to be one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of all time, the production is set in 1942, the final year of John Barrymore's life and takes place on the stage of a Broadway theatre, where the actor is struggling to recreate his performance in the title role of Shakespeare's Richard III. Playwright William Luce (The Belle of Amherst) shows us the many facets of this complicated man and dazzling actor: the wives and the women...the drink and the profanity... the notoriety and the glory...in a portrait that Jack Betts brings brilliantly to life.
Betts Stars as Barrymore at Strasberg Creative Center, 11/4-14
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2010
Jack Betts, under the direction of Carlyle King, offers an unforgettable portrayal of legendary actor, John Barrymore, a man of colossal talent and contradictions. Considered by many to be one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of all time, the production is set in 1942, the final year of John Barrymore's life and takes place on the stage of a Broadway theatre, where the actor is struggling to recreate his performance in the title role of Shakespeare's Richard III. Playwright William Luce (The Belle of Amherst) shows us the many facets of this complicated man and dazzling actor: the wives and the women...the drink and the profanity... the notoriety and the glory...in a portrait that Jack Betts brings brilliantly to life.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2010
Jack Betts, under the direction of Carlyle King, offers an unforgettable portrayal of legendary actor, John Barrymore, a man of colossal talent and contradictions. Considered by many to be one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of all time, the production is set in 1942, the final year of John Barrymore's life and takes place on the stage of a Broadway theatre, where the actor is struggling to recreate his performance in the title role of Shakespeare's Richard III. Playwright William Luce (The Belle of Amherst) shows us the many facets of this complicated man and dazzling actor: the wives and the women...the drink and the profanity... the notoriety and the glory...in a portrait that Jack Betts brings brilliantly to life.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jack Betts been in?
Jack Betts has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Jack Betts been in?
Jack Betts has not appeared in the West End.
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