Penelope Wilton
Latest News on Penelope Wilton:
DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE to Stream on Peacock in November (Oct 28, 2025)
Video: DOWNTON ABBEY Creator Shares Insights on Noel Coward’s Role in New Film (Sep 30, 2025)
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Home Release Details (Sep 29, 2025)
DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE to Stream on Peacock in November (Oct 28, 2025)
Video: DOWNTON ABBEY Creator Shares Insights on Noel Coward’s Role in New Film (Sep 30, 2025)
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Home Release Details (Sep 29, 2025)
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NICHOLAS LE PREVOST as Ernest and PENELOPE WILTON as Delia in Alan Ayckbourn’s Bedroom Farce (the play was premiered at the NT in 1977 with Joan Hickson and Michael Gough)
Date:
11/02/2013
From: Photo Coverage: NT50 - The National Theatre's Birthday Celebrations, With Dench, Mirren, And More!
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
winner
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Actress
Penelope WiltonTaken At Midnight
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Actress
Penelope WiltonThe Chalk Garden
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2008 - Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress
Penelope WiltonThe Chalk Garden
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Actress
Penelope WiltonJohn Gabriel Borkman
Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Actress
Penelope WiltonThe Deep Blue Sea
Olivier Awards - 1988 - Actress of the Year in a New Play
Penelope WiltonThe Secret Rapture
Videos
Video: Watch the Full Trailer for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-30 10:09:54
VIDEO: The Crawley Family Returns in the DOWNTON ABBEY Film Teaser
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-12-14 12:33:33
VIDEO: First Look - Mark Rylance Stars in Spielberg's THE BFG
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-04-05 11:50:41
VIDEO: Watch DOWNTON ABBEY Characters Get Their 'Uptown Funk' On in New Parody Music Video
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-03-07 09:58:12
VIDEO: First Look - Maggie Smith in All-New Trailer for SECOND BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-12-16 12:49:11
VIDEO: First Look - Richard Gere Joins the Cast of THE SECOND BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-08-07 13:18:53
News
DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE to Stream on Peacock in November
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, the conclusion of the fan-favorite franchise, will make its streaming debut exclusively on Peacock beginning November 7.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, the conclusion of the fan-favorite franchise, will make its streaming debut exclusively on Peacock beginning November 7.
Video: DOWNTON ABBEY Creator Shares Insights on Noel Coward’s Role in New Film
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2025
BroadwayWorld is excited to debut an exclusive clip from the home release package of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. In the clip, Downton creator Julian Fellowes dives into the decision to include playwright Noel Coward in the latest film. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2025
BroadwayWorld is excited to debut an exclusive clip from the home release package of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. In the clip, Downton creator Julian Fellowes dives into the decision to include playwright Noel Coward in the latest film. Watch it now!
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Home Release Details
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 29, 2025
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale arrives on digital Sept 30, 2025, and on 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray Nov 11, 2025, with exclusive bonus content revealed!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 29, 2025
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale arrives on digital Sept 30, 2025, and on 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray Nov 11, 2025, with exclusive bonus content revealed!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 15, 2025
by - Sep 15, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Sep 15, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
From the West End to DOWNTON ABBEY: A Look at Penelope Wilton's Stage Career
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025
Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025
Since the early 1970s, Penelope Wilton has established herself as a major player on the British stage, and we are taking a look back at her expansive theatrical career, just in time for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.
Review Roundup: DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE Opens in Theaters Friday
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2025
This Friday, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale will debut in theaters. Ahead of its release, critics have shared their thoughts on the conclusion of the beloved franchise. Find out what the critics are saying in our roundup here!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2025
This Friday, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale will debut in theaters. Ahead of its release, critics have shared their thoughts on the conclusion of the beloved franchise. Find out what the critics are saying in our roundup here!
Photos: Elizabeth McGovern, Donna Murphy, & More Attend New York Premiere of DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025
Ahead of the movie hitting theaters this week, the cast and crew of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale gathered for the film's New York premiere on Monday evening. Take a look at the photos here!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025
Ahead of the movie hitting theaters this week, the cast and crew of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale gathered for the film's New York premiere on Monday evening. Take a look at the photos here!
Photos: DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE Drops New Character Posters
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 3, 2025
With Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale hitting theaters next week, new 'Ascot' character posters have just been released, featuring new looks at characters such as Lord and Lady Grantham, Carson, Mrs. Hughes, Lady Mary, and more, including the return of Paul Giamatti's Harold. Check them out here!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 3, 2025
With Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale hitting theaters next week, new 'Ascot' character posters have just been released, featuring new looks at characters such as Lord and Lady Grantham, Carson, Mrs. Hughes, Lady Mary, and more, including the return of Paul Giamatti's Harold. Check them out here!
DOWNTON ABBEY Cast to Reunite for NBC Special
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 11, 2025
NBC will air an all-new primetime special, “Downton Abbey Celebrates The Grand Finale,” debuting Wednesday, Sept. 10 on NBC at 9 p.m. ET/PT and streaming next day on Peacock.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 11, 2025
NBC will air an all-new primetime special, “Downton Abbey Celebrates The Grand Finale,” debuting Wednesday, Sept. 10 on NBC at 9 p.m. ET/PT and streaming next day on Peacock.
Photos: DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE Character Posters
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2025
Character posters have just been released for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, featuring new looks at fan-favorite characters such as Lady Mary, Isobel, Carson and Mrs. Hughes, Bates and Anna, Mrs. Patmore, and more. Check them out here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2025
Character posters have just been released for Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, featuring new looks at fan-favorite characters such as Lady Mary, Isobel, Carson and Mrs. Hughes, Bates and Anna, Mrs. Patmore, and more. Check them out here!
Video: Watch the Full Trailer for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2025
Focus Features has just debuted the official trailer for the third and final entry in the global hit franchise, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2025
Focus Features has just debuted the official trailer for the third and final entry in the global hit franchise, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Watch it now!
Video: Watch the Official Teaser Trailer for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025
Downton Abbey is coming to an end. Focus Features has just debuted the official teaser trailer for the third and final entry in the global hit franchise, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025
Downton Abbey is coming to an end. Focus Features has just debuted the official teaser trailer for the third and final entry in the global hit franchise, titled Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. Watch it now!
Photo: Take a Look at the First Poster for DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
Focus Features has debuted the teaser poster for the third and final Downton Abbey film. Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale will be released in theaters globally on September 12, 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
Focus Features has debuted the teaser poster for the third and final Downton Abbey film. Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale will be released in theaters globally on September 12, 2025.
MGCfutures Bursary Recipients Announced
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025
The recipients have been announced for the eighth year of MGCfutures Bursaries, awarded across a range of theatrical disciplines including directing, writing, production, design, theatre-making, and for the first time this year, a theatrical tailor.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2025
The recipients have been announced for the eighth year of MGCfutures Bursaries, awarded across a range of theatrical disciplines including directing, writing, production, design, theatre-making, and for the first time this year, a theatrical tailor.
Full Cast Set for THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY at Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
The full company has been revealed for The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, a joyous new musical adapted by Rachel Joyce from her own multi-million-selling novel in the UK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
The full company has been revealed for The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, a joyous new musical adapted by Rachel Joyce from her own multi-million-selling novel in the UK. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2025 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 2, 2025
hile many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 14 are already films or series that you can watch from home now. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2025, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 2, 2025
hile many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 14 are already films or series that you can watch from home now. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2025, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For MY MASTER BUILDER Starring Ewan McGregor and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025
Elizabeth Debicki, Kate Fleetwood, David Ajala, and Mirren Mack join Ewan McGregor to complete the cast of My Master Builder - a new play by American playwright and screenwriter Lila Raicek.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025
Elizabeth Debicki, Kate Fleetwood, David Ajala, and Mirren Mack join Ewan McGregor to complete the cast of My Master Builder - a new play by American playwright and screenwriter Lila Raicek.
Orange Tree Fundraiser Will Be Hosted By Gyles Brandreth For Primary Shakespeare Project
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024
With Tom Littler's production of Twelfth Night currently in performances, Orange Tree Theatre has announced a special Shakespearean Under the Orange Tree fundraiser celebrating Twelfth Night.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024
With Tom Littler's production of Twelfth Night currently in performances, Orange Tree Theatre has announced a special Shakespearean Under the Orange Tree fundraiser celebrating Twelfth Night.
MGCfutures Celebrates 10th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Michael Grandage’s charity MGCfutures celebrated their 10th anniversary last Thursday 7 November at St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square. Learn more about the organization here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Michael Grandage’s charity MGCfutures celebrated their 10th anniversary last Thursday 7 November at St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square. Learn more about the organization here!
Two Dames Come to The Mill At Sonning in September
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
Two of Britain's best-loved theatrical Dames are heading to The Mill at Sonning Theatre. Learn more about the performances here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
Two of Britain's best-loved theatrical Dames are heading to The Mill at Sonning Theatre. Learn more about the performances here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Penelope Wilton been in?
Penelope Wilton has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Penelope Wilton been in?
Penelope Wilton has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Penelope Wilton's first West End show?
Penelope Wilton's first West End show was Pinter at the Pinter which opened in 2018
What awards has Penelope Wilton been nominated for?
Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for Taken At Midnight, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for The Chalk Garden, Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress (Evening Standard Awards) for The Chalk Garden, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for John Gabriel Borkman, Best Actress (Olivier Awards) for The Deep Blue Sea and Actress of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for The Secret Rapture.
What awards has Penelope Wilton won?
Penelope Wilton has won the Best Actress Olivier Award for Taken At Midnight and the Natasha Richardson Award for Best Actress at the Evening Standard Awards for The Chalk Garden.
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