Jim Dale
Birth Place: Rothwell, Northants, ENGLAND
Latest News on Jim Dale:
WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE PANIC BROADCAST Comes To The New Vic Theatre (Sep 16, 2025)
ROMERO & JULIET Concert Comes to the Cutting Room NYC (Sep 3, 2025)
Hugh Laurie, Matthew Macfadyen, & More Lead HARRY POTTER Full Cast Audiobooks (Aug 5, 2025)
WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE PANIC BROADCAST Comes To The New Vic Theatre (Sep 16, 2025)
ROMERO & JULIET Concert Comes to the Cutting Room NYC (Sep 3, 2025)
Hugh Laurie, Matthew Macfadyen, & More Lead HARRY POTTER Full Cast Audiobooks (Aug 5, 2025)
BIO
Jim Dale, MBE is an English actor, narrator, singer-songwriter, director, and composer. In the United Kingdom he is known as a pop singer of the 1950s who became a leading actor at the National Theatre. In the British film world he became one of the regulars in the Carry On films. He is one of the last three surviving regular actors from the series – the others being Leslie Phillips and Bernard Cribbins. In the United States he is most recognised as a leading actor on Broadway, where he had roles in Scapino, Barnum, Candide and Me and My Girl, as well as for narrating all seven of the Harry Potter audiobooks in the American market (for which he received two Grammy Awards out of six nominations) and the ABC series Pushing Daisies (2007–2009); he also starred in the Disney film Pete's Dragon (1977). He was nominated for a BAFTA Award for portraying a young Spike Milligan in Adolf Hitler: My Part in His Downfall (1973).
As a lyricist, Dale was nominated for both an Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for the song "Georgy Girl", the theme for the 1966 film of the same name.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1997
Businessman
Dr. Pangloss
Governor
Voltaire
2nd Gambler
Sage
Governor
Voltaire
Dr. Pangloss
Businessman
2nd Gambler
[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1986
Bill Snibson [Replacement]
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
- 2015 - Best Solo Performance
Jim Dale, Just Jim Dale
Drama League Awards - 2015 - Distinguished Performance Award
Jim Dale, Just Jim Dale
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Jim Dale, Just Jim Dale
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Jim Dale, The Road to Mecca
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Jim Dale, The Threepenny Opera
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Jim Dale, The Threepenny Opera
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Jim Dale, The Threepenny Opera
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Jim Dale, Comedians
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Lead Actor
Jim Dale, Comedians
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Actor - Musical
Jim Dale, Candide
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Jim Dale, Candide
winner
The Lortels - 1996 - Outstanding Lead Actor (Play)
Jim Dale, Travels with My Aunt
Drama Desk Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Jim Dale, Joe Egg
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1985 - Best Actor
Jim Dale, Joe Egg
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Jim Dale, Joe Egg
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Jim Dale, Barnum
winner
Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Jim Dale, Barnum
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1974 - Outstanding Performance
Jim Dale, Scapino
Videos
Broadway Rewind: Cyndi Lauper Makes Her Broadway Debut in THE THREEPENNY OPERA
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-04-16 16:31:00
STAGE TUBE: Gene Weygandt and More at Mercury Theater's BARNUM Opening
by Stage Tube - 2013-04-16 17:51:21
Angela Lansbury, Kevin Kline, Patti LuPone, and More Set for Acting Company's Ruby Ball, 12/3
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-11-13 11:38:32
TV: Inside Roundabout's Starry Tribute to Rob Marshall; Alec Baldwin, Jeff Goldblum, Julie Andrews & More!
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-03-24 09:49:24
STAGE TUBE: Rosemary Harris, Jim Dale, et al. on Roundabout's 2012 Season
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2012-01-06 11:00:47
TV: Chatting With THE ROAD TO MECCA Co.; Previews Begin Tomorrow, Dec. 16!
by Broadway Beat - 2011-12-15 09:57:25
STAGE TUBE: Roundabout Theatre Company Announces New Play Initiative
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-11-14 13:19:51
STAGE TUBE: RoseMary Harris, Todd Haimes, et al. on ROAD TO MECCA
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-09-16 11:51:05
MasterCard Presents: Broadway Beat's Priceless Moments #30 Jim Dale
by Broadway Beat Priceless Moments - 2008-03-25 08:01:08
News
WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE PANIC BROADCAST Comes To The New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will open its 47th season 'Truth and Illusion' with the theatrical experience WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE PANIC BROADCAST.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will open its 47th season 'Truth and Illusion' with the theatrical experience WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE PANIC BROADCAST.
ROMERO & JULIET Concert Comes to the Cutting Room NYC
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
Chad Marge and Delilah Jane Dunn will star as Romero and Juliet, alongside Tony nominee Steven Skybell as Uncle Larry (Friar Lawrence) in a concert presentation of the new zombie rock musical ROMERO & JULIET in Concert at the Cutting Room NYC.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
Chad Marge and Delilah Jane Dunn will star as Romero and Juliet, alongside Tony nominee Steven Skybell as Uncle Larry (Friar Lawrence) in a concert presentation of the new zombie rock musical ROMERO & JULIET in Concert at the Cutting Room NYC.
Hugh Laurie, Matthew Macfadyen, & More Lead HARRY POTTER Full Cast Audiobooks
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 5, 2025
The initial cast has been announced for Audible's Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, which includes Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Matthew Macfadyen as Lord Voldemort, and Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 5, 2025
The initial cast has been announced for Audible's Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, which includes Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Matthew Macfadyen as Lord Voldemort, and Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape.
Photos: REDWOOD Duo Idina Menzel and Tina Landau Honored At New Dramatists Luncheon
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 28, 2025
New Dramatists honored Tina Landau, an award-winning playwright, lyricist, and director (Redwood, Floyd Collins, SpongeBob SquarePants), and Tony Award winner Idina Menzel (Redwood, Wicked, Rent) at its recent spring gala! Check out photos from the event!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 28, 2025
New Dramatists honored Tina Landau, an award-winning playwright, lyricist, and director (Redwood, Floyd Collins, SpongeBob SquarePants), and Tony Award winner Idina Menzel (Redwood, Wicked, Rent) at its recent spring gala! Check out photos from the event!
Initial Cast Set For Concert Of New Zombie Rock Musical ROMERO & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2025
Initial casting has been announced for a concert presentation of the new rock musical, ROMERO & JULIET. Headlining the show are Shea Curran as Romero and Véronique Chayer as Juliet.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2025
Initial casting has been announced for a concert presentation of the new rock musical, ROMERO & JULIET. Headlining the show are Shea Curran as Romero and Véronique Chayer as Juliet.
New Zombie Rock Musical ROMERO & JULIET Will Be Performed in Concert in May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025
Zombies! Shakespeare! 1980s inspired music! All of these elements are the foundation for the new rock musical, ROMERO & JULIET. The show will be presented by Split Stage Productions in a concert version.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025
Zombies! Shakespeare! 1980s inspired music! All of these elements are the foundation for the new rock musical, ROMERO & JULIET. The show will be presented by Split Stage Productions in a concert version.
PROOF Comes to MadKing's Fellowship Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
Proof, the first modern drama from MadKing Productions, is opening next week in the company's brand new space, MadKing's Fellowship Theater. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025
Proof, the first modern drama from MadKing Productions, is opening next week in the company's brand new space, MadKing's Fellowship Theater. Learn more about the show here!
Mark York's GIVE MY REGARDS TO BROADWAY to be Presented at Guild Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025
The Episcopal Actors’ Guild will host composer, lyricist, and pianist Mark York for his one-man show, Give My Regards to Broadway on the Guild Hall Stage. Learn more about the performance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025
The Episcopal Actors’ Guild will host composer, lyricist, and pianist Mark York for his one-man show, Give My Regards to Broadway on the Guild Hall Stage. Learn more about the performance.
Review: God Bless The Argyle Theatre's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Dec 22, 2024
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL at The Argyle Theatre?
by Nicholas Pontolillo - Dec 22, 2024
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL at The Argyle Theatre?
Photos: I LIKE AMERICA Celebrates 125 Years of Noël Coward
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 8, 2024
The York Theatre Company recently hosted a special ONE-NIGHT-ONLY concert celebrating 125 years of Noël Coward and in particular his lifelong association with America, featuring Steve Ross, KT Sullivan and Simon Jones.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 8, 2024
The York Theatre Company recently hosted a special ONE-NIGHT-ONLY concert celebrating 125 years of Noël Coward and in particular his lifelong association with America, featuring Steve Ross, KT Sullivan and Simon Jones.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Sets Community Pay-What-You-Can & Pride Night Shows
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2024
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced two special performances for the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2024
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced two special performances for the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Comes to Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the hilarious Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the hilarious Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
Meet the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024
Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024
Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!
New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.
JIM DALE: LIVING WITH LAUGHTER Comes to The Episcopal Actors' Guild
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024
JIM DALE: LIVING WITH LAUGHTER is set for Thursday, September 19 at 7:00 pm ET at Guild Hall of The Episcopal Actors’ Guild, 1 E. 29th St. 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024
JIM DALE: LIVING WITH LAUGHTER is set for Thursday, September 19 at 7:00 pm ET at Guild Hall of The Episcopal Actors’ Guild, 1 E. 29th St. 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016.
Review: BARNUM, Watermill Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - Jul 10, 2024
The Watermill’s dazzling production fully immerses the audience into the showman’s wondrous world in spite of its inherent script issues. With an all-round talented cast led by the ever charismatic Matt Rawle, you’d be justified if you wanted to run away and join the circus after watching this.
by Mica Blackwell - Jul 10, 2024
The Watermill’s dazzling production fully immerses the audience into the showman’s wondrous world in spite of its inherent script issues. With an all-round talented cast led by the ever charismatic Matt Rawle, you’d be justified if you wanted to run away and join the circus after watching this.
Margaret Cho, Amber Ruffin & More to be Featured in New York Stage and Film 2024 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tony-Winner Richard Maltby, Jr. To Direct THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE At Weathervane Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024
Tony winner Richard Maltby Jr. will direct a new revue for Weathervane's 2024 season, featuring a mix of classic and contemporary musical numbers.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024
Tony winner Richard Maltby Jr. will direct a new revue for Weathervane's 2024 season, featuring a mix of classic and contemporary musical numbers.
Photos: The New Dramatists Honor Michael Greif at Annual Luncheon
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 15, 2024
The New Dramatists recently hosted its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See photos from inside the event.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 15, 2024
The New Dramatists recently hosted its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See photos from inside the event.
Amber Ruffin & Kevin Sciretta's BIGFOOT & More Set for New York Stage And Film 2024 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
New York Stage and Film has revealed the 2024 summer season at Marist College. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
New York Stage and Film has revealed the 2024 summer season at Marist College. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jim Dale been in?
Jim Dale has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Jim Dale been in?
Jim Dale has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.
What was Jim Dale's first West End show?
Jim Dale's first West End show was The Wayward Way which opened in 1964
What awards has Jim Dale been nominated for?
Best Solo Performance () for Just Jim Dale, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Just Jim Dale, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Just Jim Dale, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Road to Mecca , Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Threepenny Opera, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Threepenny Opera , Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Threepenny Opera, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Comedians, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Comedians, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Candide, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Candide, Outstanding Lead Actor (Play) (The Lortels) for Travels with My Aunt, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Joe Egg, Best Actor (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Joe Egg, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Joe Egg, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Barnum, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Barnum and Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Scapino.
What awards has Jim Dale won?
Jim Dale has received numerous awards throughout his career. He won Best Solo Performance for Just Jim Dale and Outstanding Solo Performance from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same show. He earned Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play from the Drama Desk Awards and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Threepenny Opera. For Comedians, he received Outstanding Actor - Play from the Drama Desk Awards. He was honored with Outstanding Lead Actor (Play) by The Lortels for Travels with My Aunt. Jim Dale also won Best Actor from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Joe Egg. His performance in Barnum earned him Outstanding Actor in a Musical from the Drama Desk Awards and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical from the Tony Awards. Additionally, he received Outstanding Performance from the Drama Desk Awards for Scapino.
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