Robert Lindsay
Birth Place: Ilkeston, Derbyshire, ENGLAND
Robert Lindsay and Jemma Redgrave Will Lead World Premiere of SPRINGWOOD at the Hampstead Theatre (May 5, 2026)
Robert Lindsay In Conversation and More Set For Riverside Studios' 50th Anniversary Celebrations (Apr 27, 2026)
Rupert Everett Joins Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West for Season Two of BIG MOOD (Feb 26, 2026)
BIO
Robert Lindsay is an English stage and TV actor. His first major role on TV was portraying Wolfie Smith in Citizen Smith. He's also known for portraying the role of Ben Harper in My Family, Nigel Walker in Bounty Hunters, Wormwood in Galavant, Daedalus in Atlantis, The Examiner in The Spy, and Rupert in Bull. His film credits include Fierce Creatures, Wimbledon, and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil. He appeared with the Royal Shakespeare Company and in musical theatre. He won a BAFTA, a Tony Award, and two Olivier Awards for his work.
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
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Robert Lindsay, Oliver!
Robert LindsayCyrano De Bergerac
Robert LindsayBecket
Robert LindsayBecket
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Robert Lindsay, Me and My Girl
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Robert Lindsay, Me and My Girl
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Robert Lindsay, Me and My Girl
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Robert Lindsay, Me And My Girl
Videos
Video: Judi Dench and More Perform From TWELFTH NIGHT at 2025 Orange Tree Theatre Fundraiser
by Stephi Wild - 2026-01-08 07:21:37
VIDEO: First Look at an All New Trailer For THE FEVER SYNDROME at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2022-03-16 06:09:52
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer For ANYTHING GOES Coming to Cinemas Next Week
by Stephi Wild - 2021-11-24 09:20:30
VIDEO: Watch 'Friendship' and 'Blow, Gabriel, Blow' From ANYTHING GOES
by Stephi Wild - 2021-11-19 08:55:13
STAGE TUBE: West End's DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS Release Video to WORK B**CH
by Courtnie Mele - 2014-05-24 18:56:15
News
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Robert Lindsay and Jemma Redgrave lead the cast of SPRINGWOOD, Richard Nelson's new play about King George VI's first-ever visit to the U.S., running at Hampstead Theatre's Main Stage.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026
Riverside Studios has announced details of more special events being staged to celebrate the West London venue's 50th anniversary. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026
Olivier Award-nominated actor Rupert Everett has joined the cast of the second season of Dancing Ledge Productions’ comedy series Big Mood. The six-episode season will air on Tubi and Channel 4 this spring 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026
In January 2025, Gyles Brandreth and an all-star cast joined together for a special celebration of Twelfth Night, all in support of the Orange Tree Theatre's Shakespeare in Schools projects. Watch the video here!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 1, 2025
First look images have been released for the second season of the comedy series Big Mood, starring West End alum Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West. Check out the photos now.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2025
Following the success of last year's WEST END WOOFS (AND MEOWS), stage icons Dame Elaine Paige and Bernadette Peters will return to co-host their third annual live event at St Paul's Church, Covent Garden.
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2025
Theatrical charity Acting for Others has announced that more than £110,000 was raised at their fifth annual West End Flea Market, held on Saturday 17 May at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden, making it their most successful event to date.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2025
Theatrical charity, Acting for Others, has announced the winners of the Golden Bucket Awards 2025. The ceremony, held at the Prince of Wales Theatre and hosted by Carl Mullaney, concluded with a performance by Stefan Bednarczyk.
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 - Oct 30, 2024
Alfred Enoch, Derek Jacobi, Ian McKellen, Joshua James, Samantha Spiro, Marisha Wallace and Lia Williams will join the charity gala performance, A Marvellous Party, at London's Prince of Wales Theatre on Sunday 17 November 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024
Stars will gather in a charity gala performance at London's Prince of Wales Theatre on Sunday 17 November 2024, to celebrate the enduring legacy of the internationally acclaimed playwright, composer, director, actor and singer, Sir Noël Coward.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2024
Since 2011, the acclaimed art documentary series, Exhibition on Screen, has produced dozens of documentaries about important museum exhibitions from around the globe. The films have received dozens of awards and academic recognitions. One of their most acclaimed films is about one of the greatest visual artists that ever lived: Rembrandt.
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024
Following a sell-out tour of Japan in 2022, the original Japanese cast will perform this spectacular production for a strictly limited London season. Check out photos from opening night at the London Coliseum here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024
Directed by Wagner College Professor Brian Sgambati and Music Directed by Sarah Brett England, ME AND MY GIRL comes to Wagner College Theatre next month.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 23, 2023
Hampstead Theatre has launched the #HampsteadAhead campaign, a £1.25m philanthropic appeal, to propel Hampstead Theatre as it continues to nurture and commission writers, produce new plays and offer significant ticket subsidies to thousands of young people.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2023
This week, Stephen Fry is treading the boards as the narrator in Bleak Expectations during the production's final week of performances at the West End’s Criterion Theatre. Check out a photo of him here!
by Bobby Patrick - Jul 30, 2023
Tappy Make Me Happy, so how could little Bobby not be happy with this dip in the stream?
by Team BWW - Jul 1, 2023
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by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023
Craig Ferguson and Robert Lindsay are the latest names to join the lineup of guest stars each appearing in the West End transfer of Mark Evan's Dickens mash up Bleak Expectations.
by Michael Major - Apr 14, 2023
In celebration of Great Performances’ 50th anniversary season, the series raises the curtain on a starry “Broadway’s Best” schedule of programs featuring dazzling musical numbers and high drama. The lineup kicks off with a star-studded concert celebrating Broadway during the series’ 50 years on PBS spanning from the early 1970s to the present day.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Robert Lindsay has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
Robert Lindsay has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
Robert Lindsay's first West End show was Me and My Girl which opened in 1985
Best Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Oliver!, Best Comedy Performance (Olivier Awards) for Cyrano De Bergerac, Actor of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Becket, Actor of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Becket, Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Me and My Girl, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Me and My Girl, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Me and My Girl and Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Me And My Girl.
Robert Lindsay has won several prestigious awards, including Best Actor in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for Oliver!. He received the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre at the Drama League Awards and the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for Me and My Girl. Additionally, he won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for Me and My Girl. Lindsay was also honored with the Outstanding Actor in a Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for Me and My Girl, as well as the Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actor in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for Me and My Girl.
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