Richard Easton
Birth Place: Montreal, QC, CANADA
Latest News on Richard Easton:
John Douglas Thompson and More to be Honored at Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit (Apr 28, 2025)
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit (Jan 15, 2025)
Patti LuPone in Plays- A History (Oct 19, 2024)
John Douglas Thompson and More to be Honored at Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit (Apr 28, 2025)
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit (Jan 15, 2025)
Patti LuPone in Plays- A History (Oct 19, 2024)
Photos
Alec Baldwin and Richard Easton during the Curtain Call for The Opening Night Performance of The Roundabout Theatre Company's Production of ENTERTAINING MR. SLOANE at the Laura Pels Theatre in New York City.
March 16, 2006
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Tony Award-Winner Richard Easton
Chris Carmack, Jan Maxwell, Alec Baldwin and Richard Easton during the Curtain Call for The Opening Night Performance of The Roundabout Theatre Company's Production of ENTERTAINING MR. SLOANE at the Laura Pels Theatre in New York City. March 16, 2006
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Tony Award-Winner Richard Easton
Chris Carmack, Jan Maxwell, Alec Baldwin and Richard Easton during the Curtain Call for The Opening Night Performance of The Roundabout Theatre Company's Production of ENTERTAINING MR. SLOANE at the Laura Pels Theatre in New York City. March 16, 2006
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Tony Award-Winner Richard Easton
Richard Easton, Brendan Fraser, Jennifer Coolidge, Denis O'Hare and Jeremy Shamos attending the Meet & Greet the cast of "ELLING" on October 19, 2010 at the Ballet Tech Rehearsal Studios in New York City. The play will open on November 21, 2010 at the Barrymore Theatre.
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Tony Award-Winner Richard Easton
Richard Easton, Brendan Fraser, Jennifer Coolidge, Denis O'Hare, Jeremy Shamos and Doug Hughes attending the Meet & Greet the cast of "ELLING" on October 19, 2010 at the Ballet Tech Rehearsal Studios in New York City. The play will open on November 21, 2010 at the Barrymore Theatre.
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Tony Award-Winner Richard Easton
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Count Stanislaw Worcell
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Alexander Bakunin
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Richard Easton, Entertaining Mr. Sloane
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Richard Easton, The Invention of Love
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Richard Easton, The Invention of Love
winner
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Richard Easton, The Invention of Love
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1958 - Performance
Richard Easton, The Country Wife
Videos
Broadway Rewind: Something Wicked This Way Comes When MACBETH Returns to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-10-31 15:01:00
TV: SUBMISSIONS ONLY Cast 'Plays It Cool' on the Set of Episode 5
by SUBMISSIONS ONLY - 2014-05-02 11:00:01
TV: Watch SUBMISSIONS ONLY's Season 3, Episode 5 Trailer- with Linda Lavin, Joel Grey & More!
by SUBMISSIONS ONLY - 2014-04-22 16:00:01
News
John Douglas Thompson and More to be Honored at Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025
John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement and more when Red Bull Theater presents the annual Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025
John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement and more when Red Bull Theater presents the annual Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more and see how to attend.
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025
Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025
Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
Patti LuPone in Plays- A History
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 19, 2024
On Broadway alone, Patti has appeared in 28 shows- 14 of them are plays. This season, she's appearing opposite the great Mia Farrow in Jen Silverman's The Roommate, which is now running on Broadway at the Booth Theatre. Let's look back on some of her other great dramatic performances with these videos.
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 19, 2024
On Broadway alone, Patti has appeared in 28 shows- 14 of them are plays. This season, she's appearing opposite the great Mia Farrow in Jen Silverman's The Roommate, which is now running on Broadway at the Booth Theatre. Let's look back on some of her other great dramatic performances with these videos.
A Brief History of Movie Stars in Their Broadway Debuts
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 11, 2024
This time, the reader question was: What is the history of established movie stars making their Broadway debuts?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 11, 2024
This time, the reader question was: What is the history of established movie stars making their Broadway debuts?
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina And K. Ann McDonald at Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024
Alfred Molina and K. Ann McDonald will be honored at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024
Alfred Molina and K. Ann McDonald will be honored at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.
Julie Taymor to be Honored at Red Bull Theater Gala Benefit Hosted by Patrick Page
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2023
Julie Taymor will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and the Axe-Houghton Foundation will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit on Monday June 5th (6pm).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2023
Julie Taymor will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and the Axe-Houghton Foundation will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit on Monday June 5th (6pm).
How Many Tom Stoppard Plays Have Been Performed on Broadway?
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2022
Leopoldstadt marks the 19th production of a Tom Stoppard play to open on Broadway since Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead opened 55 years ago. Stoppard has won four Best Play Tony Awards, more than any other playwright in history. What are the 18 other productions of Tom Stoppard plays to open on Broadway? Let's take a look back!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2022
Leopoldstadt marks the 19th production of a Tom Stoppard play to open on Broadway since Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead opened 55 years ago. Stoppard has won four Best Play Tony Awards, more than any other playwright in history. What are the 18 other productions of Tom Stoppard plays to open on Broadway? Let's take a look back!
Photos: See Mary Testa, Robert Cuccioli & More at Red Bull Theater Gala Honoring André De Shield
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2022
Red Bull Theater honored the illustrious ANDRÉ DE SHIELDS with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY, its benefit event held on Monday June 13th. Check out photos!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2022
Red Bull Theater honored the illustrious ANDRÉ DE SHIELDS with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY, its benefit event held on Monday June 13th. Check out photos!
Red Bull Theater REVELRY Benefit Gala Honoring André De Shields to Take Place Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2022
André De Shields will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY, Red Bull Theater's benefit event tonight, Monday June 13th, at 6pm.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2022
André De Shields will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY, Red Bull Theater's benefit event tonight, Monday June 13th, at 6pm.
André De Shields to Receive Matador Award for Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY Benefit Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2022
Red Bull Theater today announced that André De Shields will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY, its benefit event on Monday June 13th at 6pm.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2022
Red Bull Theater today announced that André De Shields will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY, its benefit event on Monday June 13th at 6pm.
AMT to Present KING LEAR Staged Reading Directed by Austin Pendleton
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2021
One of the first shows being presented at AMT's new Off Broadway house on 354 West 45th Street will be a staged reading of Shakespeare's 'KING LEAR', starring Charles E. Gerber and directed by Austin Pendleton.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2021
One of the first shows being presented at AMT's new Off Broadway house on 354 West 45th Street will be a staged reading of Shakespeare's 'KING LEAR', starring Charles E. Gerber and directed by Austin Pendleton.
BWW Feature: 18TH ANNUAL WILL-A-THON, 'WILL'S PLAYHOUSE 90' at The Workshop Theater
by Caroline Sposto - Apr 25, 2021
When the pandemic hit, Charles E. Gerber, a NY actor, director, and acting instructor, moved his studio, Will's Playshop, online. From April 25th at 4 p.m. EST - Midnight April 29th, performances will be accessible to a worldwide audience, on a 'pay what you can' basis to benefit The Food Bank for New York City as well as The Workshop Theater.
by Caroline Sposto - Apr 25, 2021
When the pandemic hit, Charles E. Gerber, a NY actor, director, and acting instructor, moved his studio, Will's Playshop, online. From April 25th at 4 p.m. EST - Midnight April 29th, performances will be accessible to a worldwide audience, on a 'pay what you can' basis to benefit The Food Bank for New York City as well as The Workshop Theater.
Broadway Rewind: Something Wicked This Way Comes When MACBETH Returns to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2020
Today we rewind to 2013, when Macbeth returned to Broadway at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre, where it ran for 60 performances.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2020
Today we rewind to 2013, when Macbeth returned to Broadway at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre, where it ran for 60 performances.
Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Those We've Lost in 2019
by Walter McBride - Jan 2, 2020
2019 has come and gone, and we are reflecting on those we have lost in the Broadway and theatre communities throughout the year.
by Walter McBride - Jan 2, 2020
2019 has come and gone, and we are reflecting on those we have lost in the Broadway and theatre communities throughout the year.
Photo Coverage: Remembering Tony Award-Winner Richard Easton
by Walter McBride - Dec 26, 2019
Take a look back on Richard Easton's life and career with a collection of vintage photos from our archives.
by Walter McBride - Dec 26, 2019
Take a look back on Richard Easton's life and career with a collection of vintage photos from our archives.
Tony Winning Broadway Veteran Richard Easton Has Died at Age 86
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2019
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran the Tony Award winner Richard Easton has died. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Easton was 86.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2019
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway veteran the Tony Award winner Richard Easton has died. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Easton was 86.
Mirirai Sithole Awarded Classic Stage Company's Rosemarie Tichler Fund Grant
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 28, 2016
Classic Stage Company has announced that Mirirai Sithole is this year's recipient of the Rosemarie Tichler Fund grant. The Fund was established in 2010 with the mission to assist young actors who have appeared at CSC and who have recently made the transition from their training into the profession. The $3,000 grant can be used by the young artist to continue training or to offset loans they may have incurred while studying their craft. With the grant, CSC hopes to make a difference in the lives of young actors at the start of their careers as well as to heighten awareness in the community to the specific needs of actors.
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 28, 2016
Classic Stage Company has announced that Mirirai Sithole is this year's recipient of the Rosemarie Tichler Fund grant. The Fund was established in 2010 with the mission to assist young actors who have appeared at CSC and who have recently made the transition from their training into the profession. The $3,000 grant can be used by the young artist to continue training or to offset loans they may have incurred while studying their craft. With the grant, CSC hopes to make a difference in the lives of young actors at the start of their careers as well as to heighten awareness in the community to the specific needs of actors.
A CLASS ACT to Open at New World Stages in July
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 22, 2016
After enjoying its World Premiere engagement earlier this spring at the Playroom Theater, A Class Act, the inaugural and relevant new play by attorney and playwright Norman Shabel, will now hold court at New World Stages - Stage 5(340 West 50th Street - between 8th & 9th Avenues) for a summer run. Produced by Eric Krebs, performances will begin on Saturday, July 9 at 8pm and continue through Sunday, September 4.
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 22, 2016
After enjoying its World Premiere engagement earlier this spring at the Playroom Theater, A Class Act, the inaugural and relevant new play by attorney and playwright Norman Shabel, will now hold court at New World Stages - Stage 5(340 West 50th Street - between 8th & 9th Avenues) for a summer run. Produced by Eric Krebs, performances will begin on Saturday, July 9 at 8pm and continue through Sunday, September 4.
Michael C. Hall Will Lead Reading of Will Eno's GNIT; John Doyle Set to Direct
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2016
Michael C. Hall will headline a one-night night only reading of Will Eno's play GNIT, adapted from Henrik Ibsen's PEER GYNT Monday evening, June 20 at 7 pm at CSC (136 East 13th Street) as part of the theater's FIRST LOOK FESTIVAL IBSEN, presented in conjunction with the company current production of PEER GYNT, directed by John Doyle and runs through this Sunday, June 19.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2016
Michael C. Hall will headline a one-night night only reading of Will Eno's play GNIT, adapted from Henrik Ibsen's PEER GYNT Monday evening, June 20 at 7 pm at CSC (136 East 13th Street) as part of the theater's FIRST LOOK FESTIVAL IBSEN, presented in conjunction with the company current production of PEER GYNT, directed by John Doyle and runs through this Sunday, June 19.
The Shakespeare Society to Honor Daniel Sullivan and Chukwudi Iwuji
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
The Shakespeare Society will hold its annual Playing Shakespeare Celebration - a festive cocktail party, fundraiser and awards ceremony on May 23, from 6 - 8 pm, at The Players, 16 Gramercy Park South.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
The Shakespeare Society will hold its annual Playing Shakespeare Celebration - a festive cocktail party, fundraiser and awards ceremony on May 23, from 6 - 8 pm, at The Players, 16 Gramercy Park South.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Richard Easton been in?
Richard Easton has appeared on Broadway in 21 shows.
How many West End shows has Richard Easton been in?
Richard Easton has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Richard Easton been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Entertaining Mr. Sloane , Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Invention of Love, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Invention of Love, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Invention of Love and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Country Wife.
What awards has Richard Easton won?
Richard Easton has won several prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Invention of Love. He also received the Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Invention of Love. Additionally, Easton won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for The Invention of Love. He was honored with a Theatre World Award for his performance in The Country Wife.
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