Lindsay Duncan
Birth Place: Edinburgh, SCOTLAND
Latest News on Lindsay Duncan:
Mirvish Theatres in Toronto Will Dim Marquee Lights in Honour of Theatre Producer Paul Elliott (Jan 28, 2026)
Jordan Matthew Brown, Caroline Festa and More to Star in ZACK at Mint Theater (Jan 23, 2026)
Leeds Playhouse Reveals Autumn/Winter 2025-26 Season (Jun 24, 2025)
Mirvish Theatres in Toronto Will Dim Marquee Lights in Honour of Theatre Producer Paul Elliott (Jan 28, 2026)
Jordan Matthew Brown, Caroline Festa and More to Star in ZACK at Mint Theater (Jan 23, 2026)
Leeds Playhouse Reveals Autumn/Winter 2025-26 Season (Jun 24, 2025)
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Actress
Lindsay DuncanThat Face
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Lindsay Duncan, Private Lives
winner
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Actress
Lindsay DuncanPrivate Lives
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Actress
Lindsay DuncanMouth To Mouth
winner
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Lindsay Duncan, Private Lives
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Lindsay Duncan, Ashes to Ashes
Tony Awards - 1987 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Lindsay Duncan, Les Liaisons Dangereuses
winner
Olivier Awards - 1986 - Actress of the Year
Lindsay DuncanLes Liaisons Dangereuses
Videos
Rose Cousins Releases New Single and Video 'The Benefits of Being Alone'
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-11-07 14:17:05
Video: First Look at Scenes from the Canadian Premiere of MY NIGHT WITH REG
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-02-10 20:47:43
TV: Inside OLD TIMES' Opening Night on Broadway with Clive Owen, Eve Best & Kelly Reilly!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2015-10-07 13:03:27
VIDEO: A DELICATE BALANCE's Glenn Close Talks Return to Broadway on 'Late Night'
by Caryn Robbins - 2015-02-05 09:11:37
VIDEO: Glenn Close Talks Broadway's A DELICATE BALANCE on 'Live'
by Caryn Robbins - 2015-02-03 13:39:01
TV: Watch Highlights from Broadway's A DELICATE BALANCE, Starring Glenn Close, John Lithgow and More!
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-11-20 12:45:02
VIDEO: Emma Stone, Michael Keaton in First Trailer for BIRDLAND
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-06-12 13:50:56
News
Mirvish Theatres in Toronto Will Dim Marquee Lights in Honour of Theatre Producer Paul Elliott
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Toronto's Mirvish Theatres will dim their marquee lights on January 28 at 8 PM to honor the late Paul Elliott, a prominent UK theatre producer who passed away recently.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Toronto's Mirvish Theatres will dim their marquee lights on January 28 at 8 PM to honor the late Paul Elliott, a prominent UK theatre producer who passed away recently.
Jordan Matthew Brown, Caroline Festa and More to Star in ZACK at Mint Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Mint Theater Company has revealed the complete cast of Zack, led by Jordan Matthew Brown in the title role of Zack by Harold Brighouse, Caroline Festa and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Mint Theater Company has revealed the complete cast of Zack, led by Jordan Matthew Brown in the title role of Zack by Harold Brighouse, Caroline Festa and more.
Leeds Playhouse Reveals Autumn/Winter 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025
Leeds Playhouse has revealed a medley of productions running from Autumn/Winter 2025-26 including a striking new production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025
Leeds Playhouse has revealed a medley of productions running from Autumn/Winter 2025-26 including a striking new production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.
SNOW WHITE Productions Are Coming to Darlington Hippodrome in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025
A tiny fairytale heroine is on the loose in Darlington Hippodrome – and she's inviting audiences to play a magical game of hide and seek ahead of two productions of Snow White coming to the stage this May. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025
A tiny fairytale heroine is on the loose in Darlington Hippodrome – and she's inviting audiences to play a magical game of hide and seek ahead of two productions of Snow White coming to the stage this May. Learn more!
Review Roundup: BalletLORENT's SNOW WHITE at Sadler's Wells
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
balletLORENT presented a dance theatre production with two takes on the classic tale of Snow White at Sadler's Wells East as part of its UK tour. Read the reviews here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
balletLORENT presented a dance theatre production with two takes on the classic tale of Snow White at Sadler's Wells East as part of its UK tour. Read the reviews here!
PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward is Coming to Broadway in 2026-2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025
A new production of PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward will be presented on Broadway in the 2026-2027 season. Learn more about PRIVATE LIVES and about the upcoming production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025
A new production of PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward will be presented on Broadway in the 2026-2027 season. Learn more about PRIVATE LIVES and about the upcoming production.
BalletLORENT Brings SNOW WHITE and SNOW WHITE: THE SACRIFICE to Sadler's Wells East This April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025
Award winning dance theatre company and Sadler's Wells National Partner Company balletLORENT will present a dance theatre production with two takes on the classic tale of Snow White at Sadler's Wells East as part of its UK tour.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025
Award winning dance theatre company and Sadler's Wells National Partner Company balletLORENT will present a dance theatre production with two takes on the classic tale of Snow White at Sadler's Wells East as part of its UK tour.
Ian McKellen, Marisha Wallace, and More Join A MARVELLOUS PART Celebration of Noël Coward
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024
Alfred Enoch, Derek Jacobi, Ian McKellen, Joshua James, Samantha Spiro, Marisha Wallace and Lia Williams will join the charity gala performance, A Marvellous Party, at London's Prince of Wales Theatre on Sunday 17 November 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024
Alfred Enoch, Derek Jacobi, Ian McKellen, Joshua James, Samantha Spiro, Marisha Wallace and Lia Williams will join the charity gala performance, A Marvellous Party, at London's Prince of Wales Theatre on Sunday 17 November 2024.
Judi Dench, Giles Terera and More Join A MARVELLOUS PARTY, a Celebration of Noel Coward's Life & Work
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024
Stars will gather in a charity gala performance at London's Prince of Wales Theatre on Sunday 17 November 2024, to celebrate the enduring legacy of the internationally acclaimed playwright, composer, director, actor and singer, Sir Noël Coward.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024
Stars will gather in a charity gala performance at London's Prince of Wales Theatre on Sunday 17 November 2024, to celebrate the enduring legacy of the internationally acclaimed playwright, composer, director, actor and singer, Sir Noël Coward.
POETRY AT THE CORONET Announced for Autumn and Winter 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
POETRY AT THE CORONET has been announced for Autumn and Winter 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
POETRY AT THE CORONET has been announced for Autumn and Winter 2024.
BalletLORENT's 16+ SNOW WHITE: THE SACRIFICE Gets Newcastle Premiere This Halloween
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024
This autumn, balletLORENT is bringing back the classic fairytale Snow White to Northern Stage in Newcastle. But this time, the story will be told in two very different ways.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024
This autumn, balletLORENT is bringing back the classic fairytale Snow White to Northern Stage in Newcastle. But this time, the story will be told in two very different ways.
Three New Productions Will Be Available to Stream Soon From National Theatre at Home
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2024
Three new titles are coming soon to stream on National Theatre at Home, beginning with Till The Stars Come Down next month. Dear Octopus and Underdog will soon follow, with streaming dates to be announced in the future. Learn more about the upcoming productions here!
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2024
Three new titles are coming soon to stream on National Theatre at Home, beginning with Till The Stars Come Down next month. Dear Octopus and Underdog will soon follow, with streaming dates to be announced in the future. Learn more about the upcoming productions here!
Photos: First Look at WITHNAIL & I at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024
New production photos have been released from the Birmingham Repertory Theatre's production of Withnail & I. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024
New production photos have been released from the Birmingham Repertory Theatre's production of Withnail & I. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Robert Sheehan and Adonis Siddique in WITHNAIL AND I at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024
All new photos have been released of Robert Sheehan as Withnail and Adonis Siddique as Marwood in Withnail at I at Birmingham Rep. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024
All new photos have been released of Robert Sheehan as Withnail and Adonis Siddique as Marwood in Withnail at I at Birmingham Rep. Check out the photos here!
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For WITHNAIL AND I at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024
The full cast and creative team have been announced for Withnail and I at Birmingham Rep, working alongside the previously announced Robert Sheehan as Withnail, Adonis Siddique as Marwood and Malcolm Sinclair as Uncle Monty.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024
The full cast and creative team have been announced for Withnail and I at Birmingham Rep, working alongside the previously announced Robert Sheehan as Withnail, Adonis Siddique as Marwood and Malcolm Sinclair as Uncle Monty.
Review Roundup: DEAR OCTOPUS at The National Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 15, 2024
The National Theatre just celebrated opening night of Dear Octopus by Dodie Smith. Check out what the critics are saying!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 15, 2024
The National Theatre just celebrated opening night of Dear Octopus by Dodie Smith. Check out what the critics are saying!
Review: DEAR OCTOPUS, National Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 15, 2024
Dodie Smith’s comedy is revived in a desaturated production that crackles with deliciously sly humour. Emily Burns directs a series of majestic tableaux that, while wordy and excessively traditional at times, offer an authentic slice of polite society. It’s not the most action-packed or dramatic piece in existence, but Dear Octopus turns out to be like a classic vintage wine: it’s sophisticated and might be an acquired taste, but it ultimately gets you jolly like only wartime entertainment can.
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 15, 2024
Dodie Smith’s comedy is revived in a desaturated production that crackles with deliciously sly humour. Emily Burns directs a series of majestic tableaux that, while wordy and excessively traditional at times, offer an authentic slice of polite society. It’s not the most action-packed or dramatic piece in existence, but Dear Octopus turns out to be like a classic vintage wine: it’s sophisticated and might be an acquired taste, but it ultimately gets you jolly like only wartime entertainment can.
Photos: First Look At DEAR OCTOPUS At The National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024
The National Theatre has released production photos for Dear Octopus by Dodie Smith (I Capture the Castle), which will open in the Lyttelton theatre on 14 February.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024
The National Theatre has released production photos for Dear Octopus by Dodie Smith (I Capture the Castle), which will open in the Lyttelton theatre on 14 February.
Photos: Rehearsal Images Released for DEAR OCTOPUS at the National Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 22, 2024
The National Theatre has released rehearsal images for the upcoming revival of Dear Octopus by Dodie Smith (I Capture the Castle), playing in the Lyttelton theatre from 7 February. See all the photos here.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 22, 2024
The National Theatre has released rehearsal images for the upcoming revival of Dear Octopus by Dodie Smith (I Capture the Castle), playing in the Lyttelton theatre from 7 February. See all the photos here.
Full Cast Set For the National Theatre's DEAR OCTOPUS Starring Lindsay Duncan
by Stephi Wild - Dec 21, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for Dear Octopus. Dear Octopus will run at the Lyttleton Theatre from 7 February–27 March 2024. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 21, 2023
The National Theatre has announced the full cast for Dear Octopus. Dear Octopus will run at the Lyttleton Theatre from 7 February–27 March 2024. Learn more about the cast here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Lindsay Duncan been in?
Lindsay Duncan has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Lindsay Duncan been in?
Lindsay Duncan has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Lindsay Duncan's first West End show?
Lindsay Duncan's first West End show was Hansard which opened in 2019
What awards has Lindsay Duncan been nominated for?
Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for That Face, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Private Lives, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Private Lives, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Mouth To Mouth, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Private Lives, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ashes to Ashes, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Les Liaisons Dangereuses and Actress of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Les Liaisons Dangereuses.
What awards has Lindsay Duncan won?
Lindsay Duncan has won several prestigious awards throughout her career. She received the Outstanding Actress in a Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in Private Lives. She also won Best Actress at the Olivier Awards for the same role. Additionally, she earned the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for Private Lives. Duncan was honored again with the Outstanding Actress in a Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for Ashes to Ashes. She also won Actress of the Year at the Olivier Awards for her role in Les Liaisons Dangereuses.
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