Richard Burton
Latest News on Richard Burton:
Matthew Rhys Returns to London in Playing Burton (Oct 10, 2025)
Meet the Broadway Icons of Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ (Oct 7, 2025)
Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Comes to Oxford Playhouse (Oct 6, 2025)
Matthew Rhys Returns to London in Playing Burton (Oct 10, 2025)
Meet the Broadway Icons of Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ (Oct 7, 2025)
Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Comes to Oxford Playhouse (Oct 6, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1976 - Special Tony Award
Richard Burton
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Richard Burton, Hamlet
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Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Richard Burton , Camelot
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Theatre World Awards - 1951 - Performance
Richard Burton, The Lady's Not For Burning
Videos
VIDEO: Watch Jessica Vosk Sing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' from GET HAPPY at Carnegie Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-12-24 15:14:21
VIDEO: Watch Stage and Screen Legend Rosemary Harris Accept 2019 Lifetime Achievement Tony Award
by Stage Tube - 2019-06-09 22:22:05
VIDEO: Broadway Legend John Cullum Considers Autobiographical One-Man Show
by Michael Dale - 2016-02-01 20:54:24
STAGE TUBE: Daniel and Laura Curtis Release RATATOUILLE Concept Recording
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-05-16 11:53:40
STAGE TUBE: First Look at New Trailer for HARVEY at Theatre Royal Haymarket
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-02-26 08:01:57
STAGE TUBE: Watch Previews for PBS' SHAKESPEARE UNCOVERED with Morgan Freeman and David Harewood!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-02-03 17:57:16
News
Matthew Rhys Returns to London in Playing Burton
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
Emmy Award winner Matthew Rhys is set to return to the London stage for the first time in 21 years to play Richard Burton at The Old Vic. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
Emmy Award winner Matthew Rhys is set to return to the London stage for the first time in 21 years to play Richard Burton at The Old Vic. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
Meet the Broadway Icons of Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 7, 2025
Taylor Swift’s new album The Life of a Showgirl dropped on October 3rd, and it includes plenty of references—some explicit and some ambiguous—to real showgirls throughout history. Many of these women have a Broadway past worth exploring that adds new context to Swift’s songs.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 7, 2025
Taylor Swift’s new album The Life of a Showgirl dropped on October 3rd, and it includes plenty of references—some explicit and some ambiguous—to real showgirls throughout history. Many of these women have a Broadway past worth exploring that adds new context to Swift’s songs.
Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Comes to Oxford Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
Oxford Playhouse has announced a bold new production of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, which will be staged as part of its spring 2026 season and directed by Playhouse Artistic Director, Mike Tweddle.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
Oxford Playhouse has announced a bold new production of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, which will be staged as part of its spring 2026 season and directed by Playhouse Artistic Director, Mike Tweddle.
Julie Andrews In the Spotlight: From Broadway to THE SOUND OF MUSIC and Beyond
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 16, 2025
To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Julie Andrews' expansive stage career, from My Fair Lady to Victor/Victoria, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 16, 2025
To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Julie Andrews' expansive stage career, from My Fair Lady to Victor/Victoria, and more.
Full Cast Set For the RSC's WENDY & PETER PAN at The Barbican
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced full casting for the London premiere of Ella Hickson's exhilarating take on JM Barrie's beloved classic, Wendy & Peter Pan, directed by Jonathan Munby.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced full casting for the London premiere of Ella Hickson's exhilarating take on JM Barrie's beloved classic, Wendy & Peter Pan, directed by Jonathan Munby.
All of the Theater Stars in HBO's HARRY POTTER TV Series
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 10, 2025
With the Harry Potter show now in production in the UK, we have put together a guide to the stage performers assembled for this new series, from two-time Tony winner John Lithgow to Arabella Stanton.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 10, 2025
With the Harry Potter show now in production in the UK, we have put together a guide to the stage performers assembled for this new series, from two-time Tony winner John Lithgow to Arabella Stanton.
Caryl Churchill's FAR AWAY Comes to Ambika P3 This August
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
25 years since its debut at the Royal Court Theatre, London-based site-specific theatre company Lost Text/Found Space will present Caryl Churchill's modern classic Far Away at the University of Westminster's Ambika P3 space.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
25 years since its debut at the Royal Court Theatre, London-based site-specific theatre company Lost Text/Found Space will present Caryl Churchill's modern classic Far Away at the University of Westminster's Ambika P3 space.
Photo: HARRY POTTER Series Begins Production; First-Look at Dominic McLaughlin
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 14, 2025
Following several casting announcements, the HBO Original Harry Potter television series has officially begun production at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, UK. Take a look at a new photo of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 14, 2025
Following several casting announcements, the HBO Original Harry Potter television series has officially begun production at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, UK. Take a look at a new photo of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter.
Johnny Flynn, Bel Powley, & More Stage Stars Join HBO's HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025
HBO has announced several new cast members for the upcoming Harry Potter television series, joining a robust cast that includes a growing list of Broadway and West End actors.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025
HBO has announced several new cast members for the upcoming Harry Potter television series, joining a robust cast that includes a growing list of Broadway and West End actors.
THE LAST DAYS OF CLEOPATRA Musical Receives Regional Run in Bethlehem, PA
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2025
A regional production of the new musical comedy about the making of the film “Cleopatra,” The Last Days of Cleopatra will be presented by the Crowded Kitchen Players in association with Ice House Performing Arts Collaborative in Bethlehem, PA.
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2025
A regional production of the new musical comedy about the making of the film “Cleopatra,” The Last Days of Cleopatra will be presented by the Crowded Kitchen Players in association with Ice House Performing Arts Collaborative in Bethlehem, PA.
Who Has Hosted the Tony Awards the Most?
by Sidney Paterra - May 3, 2025
On June 8, 2025, viewers will be able to tune in to watch Cynthia Erivo take the stage at Radio City Music Hall as a first-time host for the 78th annual ceremony. Do you know who has hosted the ceremony the most?
by Sidney Paterra - May 3, 2025
On June 8, 2025, viewers will be able to tune in to watch Cynthia Erivo take the stage at Radio City Music Hall as a first-time host for the 78th annual ceremony. Do you know who has hosted the ceremony the most?
Review: MR BURTON, in cinemas
by Gary Naylor - Apr 18, 2025
Richard Burton acquires a new name, a new voice and a new authority under the guidance of a loving teacher
by Gary Naylor - Apr 18, 2025
Richard Burton acquires a new name, a new voice and a new authority under the guidance of a loving teacher
Royal Welsh College Of Music & Drama Returns to the Young Vic With NEW '25 Festival
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2025
The Young Vic Theatre will welcome the return of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama’s acclaimed annual festival of new writing, NEW ’25, which will see four new commissions from some of the UK’s most exciting playwrights.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2025
The Young Vic Theatre will welcome the return of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama’s acclaimed annual festival of new writing, NEW ’25, which will see four new commissions from some of the UK’s most exciting playwrights.
Interview: Ken Ludwig of BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at Alley Theatre
by Brett Cullum - Apr 11, 2025
I like to write all the time and generally write two plays a year, just because I take very seriously the notion of this being my profession. I would say playwright is spelled WRIGHT [write]. It's like a Cartwright or a wheelwright. It's somebody who rolls up their sleeves and does their work.
by Brett Cullum - Apr 11, 2025
I like to write all the time and generally write two plays a year, just because I take very seriously the notion of this being my profession. I would say playwright is spelled WRIGHT [write]. It's like a Cartwright or a wheelwright. It's somebody who rolls up their sleeves and does their work.
Review: A Brave Take on WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at Everyman in Baltimore
by Cybele Pomeroy - Apr 9, 2025
Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at Everyman Theatre through April 20, 2025, directed by Vincent M. Lancisi presents a contentious couple who return from a faculty party that has lasted past midnight to spitefully host young guests for additional drinks in their campus-adjacent home. It's awful, funny, entertaining, perplexing and satisfying
by Cybele Pomeroy - Apr 9, 2025
Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at Everyman Theatre through April 20, 2025, directed by Vincent M. Lancisi presents a contentious couple who return from a faculty party that has lasted past midnight to spitefully host young guests for additional drinks in their campus-adjacent home. It's awful, funny, entertaining, perplexing and satisfying
Cast Set For THE CRUCIBLE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, directed by Ola Ince. The Crucible is the first modern classic to be staged at the Globe Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, directed by Ola Ince. The Crucible is the first modern classic to be staged at the Globe Theatre.
Cathy Tyson Will Lead WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at Curve
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2025
Curve will stage a new production of Edward Albee’s WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? in its Studio Theatre this autumn, with performances beginning in October. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2025
Curve will stage a new production of Edward Albee’s WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? in its Studio Theatre this autumn, with performances beginning in October. Learn more here!
Photos: David Rothenberg Hosts Book Launch With Christine Ebersole, Jim McGreevey, and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025
On March 30, theater publicist David Rothenberg celebrated the release of his new book, Manhattan Mayhem, with a release party at Fortune Society’s Castle Gardens. Check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025
On March 30, theater publicist David Rothenberg celebrated the release of his new book, Manhattan Mayhem, with a release party at Fortune Society’s Castle Gardens. Check out photos 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.
Veteran Theatrical Press Agent David Rothenberg To Release New Book In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2025
David Rothenberg, a theatre producer, playwright, and Broadway press agent, will release Manhattan Mayhem, a collection of short fiction, inspired by his nine decades in the entertainment industry. Manhattan Mayhem will be officially released April 2.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2025
David Rothenberg, a theatre producer, playwright, and Broadway press agent, will release Manhattan Mayhem, a collection of short fiction, inspired by his nine decades in the entertainment industry. Manhattan Mayhem will be officially released April 2.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Richard Burton been nominated for?
Special Tony Award (Tony Awards), Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Hamlet, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Camelot and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Lady's Not For Burning.
What awards has Richard Burton won?
Richard Burton won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for Camelot. He also received the Theatre World Award for his performance in The Lady's Not For Burning.
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