Patricia Routledge
Birth Place: Birkenhead, Cheshire, ENGLAND
Latest News on Patricia Routledge:
Is Broadway In a New Musical Drought? (Feb 15, 2026)
Jordan Matthew Brown, Caroline Festa and More to Star in ZACK at Mint Theater (Jan 23, 2026)
Tom Stoppard, Diane Keaton and More to be Honored With Broadway Marquee Dimming (Dec 1, 2025)
Is Broadway In a New Musical Drought? (Feb 15, 2026)
Jordan Matthew Brown, Caroline Festa and More to Star in ZACK at Mint Theater (Jan 23, 2026)
Tom Stoppard, Diane Keaton and More to be Honored With Broadway Marquee Dimming (Dec 1, 2025)
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
To Sir, with Love
[ 1967 ] Clinty Clintridge
[ 1967 ] Clinty Clintridge
A Matter of Innocence
[ 1967 ] Miss Gudgeon
[ 1967 ] Miss Gudgeon
Don't Raise the Bridge, Lower the River
[ 1968 ] Lucille Beatty
[ 1968 ] Lucille Beatty
The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom
[ 1968 ] Miss Reece
[ 1968 ] Miss Reece
30 Is a Dangerous Age, Cynthia
[ 1968 ] Mrs. Woolley
[ 1968 ] Mrs. Woolley
If It's Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium
[ 1969 ] Mrs. Featherstone
[ 1969 ] Mrs. Featherstone
Lock Up Your Daughters!
[ 1969 ] Nurse
[ 1969 ] Nurse
Egghead's Robot
[ 1970 ] Mrs. Janice Wentworth
[ 1970 ] Mrs. Janice Wentworth
Girl Stroke Boy
[ 1971 ] Pamela Hovendon
[ 1971 ] Pamela Hovendon
TV Shows
Blips
Narrator
Narrator
Crown Court
Dr. Barbara Baxter, Rita Finch
Dr. Barbara Baxter, Rita Finch
Hetty Wainthropp Investigates
Hetty Wainthropp
Hetty Wainthropp
Jackanory
Storyteller
Storyteller
Keeping Up Appearances
Hyacinth
Hyacinth
Victoria Wood: As Seen on TV
Kitty
Kitty
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Actress of the Year
Patricia RoutledgeTalking Heads
winner
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical
Patricia Routledge, Candide
Olivier Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Performance of the Year in a Supporting Role
Patricia RoutledgeRichard III
winner
Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Patricia Routledge, Darling of the Day
Videos
News
Is Broadway In a New Musical Drought?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 15, 2026
For the past two seasons, 14 or 15 new musicals have opened on Broadway. Even in the challenging first two seasons coming out of the pandemic, Broadway saw 8 or 9 new musicals opening. And in the last four full seasons prior to the pandemic, Broadway saw an average of 11 new musicals per season. What gives?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 15, 2026
For the past two seasons, 14 or 15 new musicals have opened on Broadway. Even in the challenging first two seasons coming out of the pandemic, Broadway saw 8 or 9 new musicals opening. And in the last four full seasons prior to the pandemic, Broadway saw an average of 11 new musicals per season. What gives?
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.
Tom Stoppard, Diane Keaton and More to be Honored With Broadway Marquee Dimming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
The Broadway in Memoriam Committee, composed of theatre owners in consultation with industry service organizations, has determined that Broadway’s lights will dim in honor of Tom Stoppard and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
The Broadway in Memoriam Committee, composed of theatre owners in consultation with industry service organizations, has determined that Broadway’s lights will dim in honor of Tom Stoppard and more.
Review: NOISES OFF Knocks Itself Out at Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Greg Kerestan - Oct 7, 2025
Michael Frayn's legendary farce returns, in the Public's most go-for-broke physical comedy yet.
by Greg Kerestan - Oct 7, 2025
Michael Frayn's legendary farce returns, in the Public's most go-for-broke physical comedy yet.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 6, 2025- Dylan Mulvaney Talks THE LEAST PROBLEMATIC WOMAN IN THE WORLD And More
by - Oct 6, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 6, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by - Oct 6, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 6, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Review: ALICE BY HEART Presented by USF's School of Theatre & Dance
by Peter Nason - Oct 5, 2025
A brilliantly staged and sung production of a very flawed musical.
by Peter Nason - Oct 5, 2025
A brilliantly staged and sung production of a very flawed musical.
West End Theatres to Dim Lights in Memory of Dame Patricia Routledge
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025
West End and UK theatres will dim their lights on October 7, 2025, to honor Dame Patricia Routledge, who has died at 96. Routledge’s acclaimed career included an Olivier Award, a Tony Award, and her beloved BAFTA-winning role as Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025
West End and UK theatres will dim their lights on October 7, 2025, to honor Dame Patricia Routledge, who has died at 96. Routledge’s acclaimed career included an Olivier Award, a Tony Award, and her beloved BAFTA-winning role as Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances.
Tony Winner Dame Patricia Routledge Dies at 96
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Katherine Patricia Routledge, English actress and singer, known for her work on stage and screen, has died at age 96.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Katherine Patricia Routledge, English actress and singer, known for her work on stage and screen, has died at age 96.
The History of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 7, 2025
A new version of the classic, The Pirates of Penzance, is currently commanding the stage at Roundabout’s Todd Haimes Theatre on 42nd Street—formerly the American Airlines and before that, the Selwyn. This revisal of the beloved show is titled: Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 7, 2025
A new version of the classic, The Pirates of Penzance, is currently commanding the stage at Roundabout’s Todd Haimes Theatre on 42nd Street—formerly the American Airlines and before that, the Selwyn. This revisal of the beloved show is titled: Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
Tracie Bennett Will Portray Tallulah Bankhead In Industry Readings Of THE CODE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023
Tracie Bennett to portray Tallulah Bankhead in industry readings of 'The Code' - a new play by Michael McKeever. Christopher Renshaw directs.Jim Kierstead will present two private industry readings (by invitation only) of The Code, a new play by Michael McKeever (Daniel's Husband, Mr. Parker).
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023
Tracie Bennett to portray Tallulah Bankhead in industry readings of 'The Code' - a new play by Michael McKeever. Christopher Renshaw directs.Jim Kierstead will present two private industry readings (by invitation only) of The Code, a new play by Michael McKeever (Daniel's Husband, Mr. Parker).
Review: RUDDIGORE, Opera Holland Park
by Gary Naylor - Aug 10, 2023
Super show, a little slow at first, but blossoming into an escapist entertainment that can be enjoyed as much in the 2020s as it was in the 1880s
by Gary Naylor - Aug 10, 2023
Super show, a little slow at first, but blossoming into an escapist entertainment that can be enjoyed as much in the 2020s as it was in the 1880s
Orange Tree Theatre Presents JMK Award Winner Kalungi Ssebandeke's MEETINGS
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2023
Orange Tree Theatre presents JMK Award Winner Kalungi Ssebandeke's MEETINGS by Mustapha Matura, designed by Olivia Jamieson.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2023
Orange Tree Theatre presents JMK Award Winner Kalungi Ssebandeke's MEETINGS by Mustapha Matura, designed by Olivia Jamieson.
Three Dates Announced for AN AUDIENCE WITH TOM ALLEN
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 20, 2022
Join Tom Allen, star of stage and screen, as he discusses his hilarious, honest and touching new book Too Much, followed by the chance to ask questions in an audience Q&A.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 20, 2022
Join Tom Allen, star of stage and screen, as he discusses his hilarious, honest and touching new book Too Much, followed by the chance to ask questions in an audience Q&A.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Cynthia Erivo & More Honoured by the Royal Academy of Music in its 200th Anniversary Year
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2022
On Tuesday 12 July, the Royal Academy of Music honored some of the biggest names of stage and screen, celebrating the institution’s 200th anniversary. Recipients included songwriter, actor, producer and director Lin-Manuel Miranda who became an Honorary Doctor of the University of London.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2022
On Tuesday 12 July, the Royal Academy of Music honored some of the biggest names of stage and screen, celebrating the institution’s 200th anniversary. Recipients included songwriter, actor, producer and director Lin-Manuel Miranda who became an Honorary Doctor of the University of London.
Royal & Derngate Announces Made in Northampton Season 2022-2023
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2022
James Dacre, the Artistic Director at Royal & Derngate Northampton, has announced the theatre’s new Made in Northampton season, featuring eighteen productions. The programme encompasses plays, musicals, a feature film, On Demand theatre, podcasts and a new interactive digital work.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2022
James Dacre, the Artistic Director at Royal & Derngate Northampton, has announced the theatre’s new Made in Northampton season, featuring eighteen productions. The programme encompasses plays, musicals, a feature film, On Demand theatre, podcasts and a new interactive digital work.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Will Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Michael Frayn's NOISES OFF in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2022
Get ready for a riotous night out this summer as Pitlochry Festival Theatre celebrates the 40th anniversary of Michael Frayn's irresistible farce within a farce from 27 May-1 October.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2022
Get ready for a riotous night out this summer as Pitlochry Festival Theatre celebrates the 40th anniversary of Michael Frayn's irresistible farce within a farce from 27 May-1 October.
Judi Dench, Amanda Seyfried, James Norton and More Join Charity Album INCIDENTAL: Music For The Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2021
To launch the project today, two singles from the album are being released: Rachel Portman’s prologue to A Tale of Two Cities featuring Judi Dench and White Lies’ prologue to Cat on a Hot Tin Roof featuring Amanda Seyfried, both of which are available now!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2021
To launch the project today, two singles from the album are being released: Rachel Portman’s prologue to A Tale of Two Cities featuring Judi Dench and White Lies’ prologue to Cat on a Hot Tin Roof featuring Amanda Seyfried, both of which are available now!
Chichester Festival Theatre Announces Spring Season of Streamed Events
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2021
Chichester Festival Theatre has announced its upcoming spring season of streamed events , including FACING THE MUSIC interviews with Sheila Hancock, Philip Quast, Patricia Routledge, Imelda Staunton and Giles Terera, an encore screening of Celebrating Sondheim, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2021
Chichester Festival Theatre has announced its upcoming spring season of streamed events , including FACING THE MUSIC interviews with Sheila Hancock, Philip Quast, Patricia Routledge, Imelda Staunton and Giles Terera, an encore screening of Celebrating Sondheim, and more!
Chichester Festival Theatre Announces New Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2020
Artistic Director Daniel Evans and Executive Director Kathy Bourne today announce a live, socially distanced season of drama, music, comedy and cabaret at Chichester Festival Theatre, running from late October to early January.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2020
Artistic Director Daniel Evans and Executive Director Kathy Bourne today announce a live, socially distanced season of drama, music, comedy and cabaret at Chichester Festival Theatre, running from late October to early January.
Judi Dench, Bebe Neuwirth, Montego Glover, and More Will Celebrate Noel Coward With A MARVELLOUS PARTY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2020
The Noël Coward Foundation today announces A MARVELLOUS PARTY, a transatlantic, star-studded collection of performances celebrating the continuing legacy of Noël Coward and coinciding with the 100th anniversary of his West End debut as a 19-year-old playwright.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2020
The Noël Coward Foundation today announces A MARVELLOUS PARTY, a transatlantic, star-studded collection of performances celebrating the continuing legacy of Noël Coward and coinciding with the 100th anniversary of his West End debut as a 19-year-old playwright.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Patricia Routledge been in?
Patricia Routledge has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Patricia Routledge been in?
Patricia Routledge has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.
What was Patricia Routledge's first West End show?
Patricia Routledge's first West End show was Follow That Girl which opened in 1960
What awards has Patricia Routledge been nominated for?
Actress of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Talking Heads, Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Candide, Outstanding Performance of the Year in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Richard III and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Darling of the Day.
What awards has Patricia Routledge won?
Patricia Routledge has won the Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for Candide, and the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Darling of the Day.
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