Peter Firth
Peter Firth is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Amadeus and Equus. Awards include Outer Critics Circle Awards for Equus (1975).
Birth Place: Bradford, ENGLAND
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Actor - Play
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1975 - Best Performance
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1975 - Best Young Player
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Theatre World Awards - 1975 - Performance
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Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
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Videos
VIDEO: First Look - Jenna Coleman Stars in Upcoming ITV Drama VICTORIA
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-03-29 12:37:24
News
EQUUS to Return to Vancouver for Six-Performance Engagement
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026
Peter Shaffer's modern classic will be mounted by Vancouver artists at Performance Works on Granville Island, featuring multi-casting, immersive staging, and multimedia elements.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026
Peter Shaffer's modern classic will be mounted by Vancouver artists at Performance Works on Granville Island, featuring multi-casting, immersive staging, and multimedia elements.
Dominic Lewis Scores THE TERROR S. 3: DEVIL IN SILVER Soundtrack
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026
Lakeshore Records releases the original series soundtrack for AMC+'s THE TERROR S. 3: DEVIL IN SILVER, composed by Dominic Lewis. The limited series, executive produced by Ridley Scott, stars Dan Stevens.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026
Lakeshore Records releases the original series soundtrack for AMC+'s THE TERROR S. 3: DEVIL IN SILVER, composed by Dominic Lewis. The limited series, executive produced by Ridley Scott, stars Dan Stevens.
Fall 2026/Winter 2027 Season Set for Montclair State University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026
PEAK Performances will present dance, theater, film and music programming at Montclair State University, featuring works by choreographer Kyle Abraham, the Royal Shakespeare Company, and a new three-film series on 1976 American cinema.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026
PEAK Performances will present dance, theater, film and music programming at Montclair State University, featuring works by choreographer Kyle Abraham, the Royal Shakespeare Company, and a new three-film series on 1976 American cinema.
Everything You Need to Know About AMADEUS: From Stage to Screen
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026
Before Amadeus arrives on STARZ later this year, find out everything to know about the play, including its origin, major productions and players, adaptations, and more!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026
Before Amadeus arrives on STARZ later this year, find out everything to know about the play, including its origin, major productions and players, adaptations, and more!
MY STELLAR PERFORMANCE, BUT I DIGRESS! Makes Its NYC Debut in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2023
Acclaimed actress, Harriet Robinson (National Theatre's Sweet Bird of Youth) makes a triumphant return to theatre with the debut of her one-person play, 'My Stellar Performance, But I Digress!' written and performed by Ms. Robinson.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2023
Acclaimed actress, Harriet Robinson (National Theatre's Sweet Bird of Youth) makes a triumphant return to theatre with the debut of her one-person play, 'My Stellar Performance, But I Digress!' written and performed by Ms. Robinson.
HERE COMES HARRIET! Will Premiere on United Solo Screen
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2021
Award-winning actress Harriet Robinson returns to theatre with the debut of her one-person play, 'Here Comes Harriet!' written and performed by Ms. Robinson with direction by Emmy-Award winner Beth Bornstein Dunnington. Here Comes Harriet! premiered on United Solo's Theatre Festival's new streaming platform, United Solo Screen.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2021
Award-winning actress Harriet Robinson returns to theatre with the debut of her one-person play, 'Here Comes Harriet!' written and performed by Ms. Robinson with direction by Emmy-Award winner Beth Bornstein Dunnington. Here Comes Harriet! premiered on United Solo's Theatre Festival's new streaming platform, United Solo Screen.
Theater Stories: COME FROM AWAY, PASSION, JEKYLL & HYDE and More About the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2021
This week's Theater Stories features the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre! Learn about the theatre's namesake, Gerald Schoenfeld; the theatre's best-known shows like The M-Fer With the Hat, the Glengarry Glen Ross revival, The Humans, Come From Away, and much more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2021
This week's Theater Stories features the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre! Learn about the theatre's namesake, Gerald Schoenfeld; the theatre's best-known shows like The M-Fer With the Hat, the Glengarry Glen Ross revival, The Humans, Come From Away, and much more!
BroadwayHD Heats Up With Dazzling New July Slate Including HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2019
'Everybody Say Yeah' because this month BroadwayHD, the premiere streaming service for theater fans, is gearing up to add more electrifying performances including the record-breaking Broadway and West End hit, Kinky Boots. The Tony-Award winning Kinky Boots, from pop icon Cyndi Lauper and legendary playwright Harvey Fierstein, which was filmed at London's Adelphi Theater last year, will be arriving on the service on July 15th.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2019
'Everybody Say Yeah' because this month BroadwayHD, the premiere streaming service for theater fans, is gearing up to add more electrifying performances including the record-breaking Broadway and West End hit, Kinky Boots. The Tony-Award winning Kinky Boots, from pop icon Cyndi Lauper and legendary playwright Harvey Fierstein, which was filmed at London's Adelphi Theater last year, will be arriving on the service on July 15th.
Photo Flash: Palm Beach Dramaworks Presents EQUUS
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2018
Why did a teenage boy who literally worships horses commit the unspeakable act of blinding six of them? That is the mystery psychiatrist Martin Dysart must unravel in order to help his disturbed young patient in Peter Shaffer's Tony Award-winning Equus . The psychological thriller opens at Palm Beach Dramaworks on May 18 and continues through June 3, with specially priced previews on May 16 and 17.
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2018
Why did a teenage boy who literally worships horses commit the unspeakable act of blinding six of them? That is the mystery psychiatrist Martin Dysart must unravel in order to help his disturbed young patient in Peter Shaffer's Tony Award-winning Equus . The psychological thriller opens at Palm Beach Dramaworks on May 18 and continues through June 3, with specially priced previews on May 16 and 17.
Palm Beach Dramaworks Presents EQUUS by Peter Shaffer
by Julie Musbach - Apr 24, 2018
Why did a teenage boy who literally worships horses commit the unspeakable act of blinding six of them? That is the mystery psychiatrist Martin Dysart must unravel in order to help his disturbed young patient in Peter Shaffer's Tony Award-winning Equus. The psychological thriller opens at Palm Beach Dramaworks on May 18 and continues through June 3, with specially priced previews on May 16 and 17.
by Julie Musbach - Apr 24, 2018
Why did a teenage boy who literally worships horses commit the unspeakable act of blinding six of them? That is the mystery psychiatrist Martin Dysart must unravel in order to help his disturbed young patient in Peter Shaffer's Tony Award-winning Equus. The psychological thriller opens at Palm Beach Dramaworks on May 18 and continues through June 3, with specially priced previews on May 16 and 17.
Victoria Christmas Special Announced for ITV Choice
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2017
Following the critical acclaim and ratings success of the first two series, ITV Choice's popular royal drama, Victoria, produced by Mammoth Screen, returns for a one-off Christmas special starring Jenna Coleman and Tom Hughes.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2017
Following the critical acclaim and ratings success of the first two series, ITV Choice's popular royal drama, Victoria, produced by Mammoth Screen, returns for a one-off Christmas special starring Jenna Coleman and Tom Hughes.
Special Screening of LETTER TO BREZHNEV to Launch New BFI Blu-ray and DVD Release
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2017
One of the most significant and influential British films of the 1980s, Letter to Brezhnev (1985) is a touching romantic tale set against the backdrop of Thatcherism, Liverpool's club scene, one-night stands and a Europe still in the grip of the Cold War. Written by Frank Clarke and directed by Chris Bernard, who both worked on Brookside, the film starred a fresh, young and memorable cast.
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2017
One of the most significant and influential British films of the 1980s, Letter to Brezhnev (1985) is a touching romantic tale set against the backdrop of Thatcherism, Liverpool's club scene, one-night stands and a Europe still in the grip of the Cold War. Written by Frank Clarke and directed by Chris Bernard, who both worked on Brookside, the film starred a fresh, young and memorable cast.
BWW Review: THE AWAKENING, Brockley Jack Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Sep 9, 2016
Gary Naylor sees an award-winning play from DL Productions that makes its demands on the audience, but provides its rewards too.
by Gary Naylor - Sep 9, 2016
Gary Naylor sees an award-winning play from DL Productions that makes its demands on the audience, but provides its rewards too.
VIDEO: First Look - Jenna Coleman Stars in Upcoming ITV Drama VICTORIA
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 29, 2016
The epic new drama series VICTORIA is coming this year to ITV, starring Jenna Coleman, Rufus Sewell and Tom Hughes. Check out the first teaser trailer below!
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 29, 2016
The epic new drama series VICTORIA is coming this year to ITV, starring Jenna Coleman, Rufus Sewell and Tom Hughes. Check out the first teaser trailer below!
TriStar Pictures to Release Epic Action Drama RISEN This January
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 1, 2015
Sony Pictures Entertainment's TriStar Pictures in association with AFFIRM Films announced that they have acquired worldwide rights from LD Entertainment on the film 'Risen' (formerly titled 'Clavius') and will release the film in association with LD Entertainment.
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 1, 2015
Sony Pictures Entertainment's TriStar Pictures in association with AFFIRM Films announced that they have acquired worldwide rights from LD Entertainment on the film 'Risen' (formerly titled 'Clavius') and will release the film in association with LD Entertainment.
Blu-ray Edition Of EQUUS, Starring Richard Burton, Out Today
by Pat Cerasaro - Mar 11, 2014
Legendary stage and screen star Richard Burton recreates his celebrated stage performance in Sidney Lumet's oft-overlooked film adaptation of the Peter Shaffer play EQUUS in a new Blu-ray edition, out today, March 11.
by Pat Cerasaro - Mar 11, 2014
Legendary stage and screen star Richard Burton recreates his celebrated stage performance in Sidney Lumet's oft-overlooked film adaptation of the Peter Shaffer play EQUUS in a new Blu-ray edition, out today, March 11.
Reelz Offers Hurricane Victims WORLD WITHOUT END Viewings, 11/10 & 11
by TV News Desk - Nov 10, 2012
ReelzChannel - TV About Movies(R) announced that in response to millions of Americans being left without power and television service for an extended period of time in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the network has added two chances to watch the entire Ken Follett mini-series WORLD WITHOUT END.
by TV News Desk - Nov 10, 2012
ReelzChannel - TV About Movies(R) announced that in response to millions of Americans being left without power and television service for an extended period of time in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the network has added two chances to watch the entire Ken Follett mini-series WORLD WITHOUT END.
Reelz to Offer Hurricane Victims WORLD WITHOUT END Viewings, 11/10 & 11
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 8, 2012
ReelzChannel - TV About Movies(R) today announced that in response to millions of Americans being left without power and television service for an extended period of time in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the network has added two chances to watch the entire Ken Follett mini-series WORLD WITHOUT END.
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 8, 2012
ReelzChannel - TV About Movies(R) today announced that in response to millions of Americans being left without power and television service for an extended period of time in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the network has added two chances to watch the entire Ken Follett mini-series WORLD WITHOUT END.
Reelz Debuts 2nd Screen Experience for Follett's WORLD WITHOUT END Tonight, 10/17
by TV News Desk - Oct 17, 2012
ReelzChannel - TV About Movies(R) announced the launch of the WORLD WITHOUT END iPad and web browser app. Building upon the success of The Kennedys app, the World Without End app continues the network's commitment to groundbreaking enhanced viewing and social media experiences and will give viewers unrivaled second-screen interaction for the monumental eight-hour mini-series, World Without End, which premieres tonight, October 17, 2012
by TV News Desk - Oct 17, 2012
ReelzChannel - TV About Movies(R) announced the launch of the WORLD WITHOUT END iPad and web browser app. Building upon the success of The Kennedys app, the World Without End app continues the network's commitment to groundbreaking enhanced viewing and social media experiences and will give viewers unrivaled second-screen interaction for the monumental eight-hour mini-series, World Without End, which premieres tonight, October 17, 2012
Ken Follett's WORLD WITHOUT END Mini-Series to Air with Descriptive Audio
by Claire Hannum - Oct 12, 2012
TV About Movies(R) today announced Ken Follett's epic eight-hour mini-series WORLD WITHOUT END will air with Descriptive Audio. The Descriptive Audio function enables viewers who are blind or who are losing vision to enjoy television through narrated description of the visual elements of a program, heard between the dialogue and action sequences.
by Claire Hannum - Oct 12, 2012
TV About Movies(R) today announced Ken Follett's epic eight-hour mini-series WORLD WITHOUT END will air with Descriptive Audio. The Descriptive Audio function enables viewers who are blind or who are losing vision to enjoy television through narrated description of the visual elements of a program, heard between the dialogue and action sequences.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Peter Firth been in?
Peter Firth has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Peter Firth been in?
Peter Firth has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Peter Firth been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Equus, Best Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Equus, Best Young Player (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Equus, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Equus and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Equus.
What awards has Peter Firth won?
Peter Firth has won the Best Performance award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Equus, the Best Young Player award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Equus, and the Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for Equus.
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