Sheila Hancock
Latest News on Sheila Hancock:
The Art of Transformation: Grace Amelia Jenkins and the Future of Performance in a World Shaped by AI (Dec 15, 2025)
Meet the Cast of OEDIPUS, Now Playing on Broadway (Oct 30, 2025)
Review: THIS IS MY FAMILY, Southwark Playhouse Elephant (May 29, 2025)
The Art of Transformation: Grace Amelia Jenkins and the Future of Performance in a World Shaped by AI (Dec 15, 2025)
Meet the Cast of OEDIPUS, Now Playing on Broadway (Oct 30, 2025)
Review: THIS IS MY FAMILY, Southwark Playhouse Elephant (May 29, 2025)
Photos
andsheilahancock(maude)photodarrenbell.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
andsheilahancock(maude)photodarrenbell.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
andsheilahancock(maude)photodarrenbell.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
andsheilahancock(maude)photodarrenbell.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
andsheilahancock(maude)photodarrenbell.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
andsheilahancock(maude)photodarrenbell.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
andsheilahancock(maude)photodarrenbell.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
photodarrenbell.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
winner
Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Performance In A Supporting Role In A Musical
Sheila Hancock, Cabaret
Olivier Awards - 1982 - Actress of the Year in a Supporting Role
Sheila HancockThe Winter's Tale
Olivier Awards - 1980 - Actress of the Year in a Musical
Sheila Hancock, Sweeney Todd
Olivier Awards - 1978 - Comedy Performance of the Year
Sheila Hancock, Annie
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Sheila Hancock, Entertaining Mr. Sloan
Videos
TV: Around the World - Inside Rehearsals for GREY GARDENS' European Premiere with Sheila Hancock & Jenna Russell
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-12-18 12:26:44
STAGE TUBE: Jenna Russell Sings 'Another Winter In A Summer Town' From GREY GARDENS
by Carrie Dunn - 2015-12-07 11:06:55
STAGE TUBE: Whoopi Goldberg Talks West End Debut in SISTER ACT!
by Jessica Lewis - 2010-08-12 11:06:00
STAGE TUBE: OVER THE RAINBOW's Dorothys Appear on The One Show
by Robert Diamond - 2010-05-22 08:41:58
STAGE TUBE: Over The Rainbow: A Message from Sam and Niamh
by Gabrielle Sierra - 2010-05-05 13:11:20
STAGE TUBE: OVER THE RAINBOW - Week 4 - Results, Toto & Charlotte Church Sings!
by Robert Diamond - 2010-04-25 19:40:11
News
The Art of Transformation: Grace Amelia Jenkins and the Future of Performance in a World Shaped by AI
by Felicitas de la Fare - Dec 15, 2025
In the ever-evolving landscape of performance, Grace Amelia Jenkins stands as a commanding presence — an actress of depth, range, and sophistication whose career bridges the worlds of theatre, film, and fashion.
by Felicitas de la Fare - Dec 15, 2025
In the ever-evolving landscape of performance, Grace Amelia Jenkins stands as a commanding presence — an actress of depth, range, and sophistication whose career bridges the worlds of theatre, film, and fashion.
Review: THIS IS MY FAMILY, Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Mica Blackwell - May 29, 2025
Like Tim Firth’s other works, This Is My Family makes the ordinary extraordinary while carrying a raw truthfulness. It may not one hundred percent work as a musical in my opinion, but it’s still a funny, relatable yet bittersweet show with a stellar cast.
by Mica Blackwell - May 29, 2025
Like Tim Firth’s other works, This Is My Family makes the ordinary extraordinary while carrying a raw truthfulness. It may not one hundred percent work as a musical in my opinion, but it’s still a funny, relatable yet bittersweet show with a stellar cast.
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!
FOUR PLAY to Begin This Thursday at Theatre Rhinoceros
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024
Following up on sold out runs of A Guide for the Homesick and f**king Men, JT Presents and Theatre Rhinoceros will bring Jake Brunger’s hit Four Play from London to San Francisco in time for Pride 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024
Following up on sold out runs of A Guide for the Homesick and f**king Men, JT Presents and Theatre Rhinoceros will bring Jake Brunger’s hit Four Play from London to San Francisco in time for Pride 2024
Cast Revealed For FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS at the Riverside Studios
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023
The full cast has been announced to join Olivier Award-winning stage legend Jenna Russell in the London premiere of the musical FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS this autumn.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023
The full cast has been announced to join Olivier Award-winning stage legend Jenna Russell in the London premiere of the musical FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS this autumn.
Jenna Russell Will Lead FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS at Riverside Studios This Year
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2023
Olivier-Award winning stage legend Jenna Russell will star as ‘Ada Harris’ in the London premiere of the musical FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS this autumn, directed by Bronagh Lagan.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2023
Olivier-Award winning stage legend Jenna Russell will star as ‘Ada Harris’ in the London premiere of the musical FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS this autumn, directed by Bronagh Lagan.
Planned Leicester Statue of Joe Orton Axed
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 29, 2022
A statue to commemorate murdered playwright Joe Orton has been scrapped. The Joe Orton Statue Appeal reached its target in 2019, having raised over £115,000 for the project.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 29, 2022
A statue to commemorate murdered playwright Joe Orton has been scrapped. The Joe Orton Statue Appeal reached its target in 2019, having raised over £115,000 for the project.
5th Annual Indie Entertainment Showcase Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2022
Cloud 21 PR International and Kultura PR International will present the fifth annual 'Indie Entertainment Showcase' a special event that will be held virtually during this year's Sundance Film Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2022
Cloud 21 PR International and Kultura PR International will present the fifth annual 'Indie Entertainment Showcase' a special event that will be held virtually during this year's Sundance Film Festival.
U.K. Docudrama MERCY Inks Distribution Deal With Los Angeles-based All Channel Films, Inc.
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2021
The film stars Maria Austin (The Reverend and Mrs. Simpson - in post-production) in the role of Mercy, as well as Mark Wingett (Quadrophenia, EastEnders), Annette Badland (Ted Lasso, Doctors, EastEnders), John Pickering, Catherine Shipton, and Wendy Morgan (Yanks, Mrs. Lowry and Son with Vanessa Redgrave).
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2021
The film stars Maria Austin (The Reverend and Mrs. Simpson - in post-production) in the role of Mercy, as well as Mark Wingett (Quadrophenia, EastEnders), Annette Badland (Ted Lasso, Doctors, EastEnders), John Pickering, Catherine Shipton, and Wendy Morgan (Yanks, Mrs. Lowry and Son with Vanessa Redgrave).
Awareness Film Festival to Present MERCY Docudrama by Wendy Morgan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2021
To cap off its over yearlong festival run, the gripping docudrama feature Mercy, written and directed by UK-based actress Wendy Morgan, has been named an official selection of the 12th edition of the Awareness Film Festival, scheduled from October 21 to 31, 2021 at the Regal Cinemas in downtown Los Angeles.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2021
To cap off its over yearlong festival run, the gripping docudrama feature Mercy, written and directed by UK-based actress Wendy Morgan, has been named an official selection of the 12th edition of the Awareness Film Festival, scheduled from October 21 to 31, 2021 at the Regal Cinemas in downtown Los Angeles.
A DISCOVERY OF WITCHES Season Two Premieres June 27
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 5, 2021
New guest stars featured in these episodes include James Purefoy (Rome, Pennyworth) as “Philippe de Clermont,” Steven Cree (Outlander) as “Gallowglass de Clermont,” Adelle Leonce (Black Mirror) as “Phoebe Taylor” and Sheila Hancock (The Boy in the Striped Pajamas) as “Goody Alsop,” among others.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 5, 2021
New guest stars featured in these episodes include James Purefoy (Rome, Pennyworth) as “Philippe de Clermont,” Steven Cree (Outlander) as “Gallowglass de Clermont,” Adelle Leonce (Black Mirror) as “Phoebe Taylor” and Sheila Hancock (The Boy in the Striped Pajamas) as “Goody Alsop,” among others.
Chichester Festival Theatre Announces Spring Season of Streamed Events
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2021
Chichester Festival Theatre has announced its upcoming spring season of streamed events , including FACING THE MUSIC interviews with Sheila Hancock, Philip Quast, Patricia Routledge, Imelda Staunton and Giles Terera, an encore screening of Celebrating Sondheim, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2021
Chichester Festival Theatre has announced its upcoming spring season of streamed events , including FACING THE MUSIC interviews with Sheila Hancock, Philip Quast, Patricia Routledge, Imelda Staunton and Giles Terera, an encore screening of Celebrating Sondheim, and more!
Lesley Manville, Sheila Hancock, Graham Vick, and More Named to the New Year's Honours List
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2021
The New Year’s Honours List has been published, and several members of the theatrical community were named this year.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2021
The New Year’s Honours List has been published, and several members of the theatrical community were named this year.
Chichester Festival Theatre Announces Autumn Season Update and Spring Season Preview
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2020
Following the COVID-19 lockdown until 2 December, Chichester Festival Theatre has had to cancel or postpone some of the shows in the Autumn season.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2020
Following the COVID-19 lockdown until 2 December, Chichester Festival Theatre has had to cancel or postpone some of the shows in the Autumn season.
Chichester Festival Theatre Announces New Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2020
Artistic Director Daniel Evans and Executive Director Kathy Bourne today announce a live, socially distanced season of drama, music, comedy and cabaret at Chichester Festival Theatre, running from late October to early January.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2020
Artistic Director Daniel Evans and Executive Director Kathy Bourne today announce a live, socially distanced season of drama, music, comedy and cabaret at Chichester Festival Theatre, running from late October to early January.
Joanna Lumley Lends Support To The Actors Centre Fundraising Appeal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2020
BAFTA award-winning actress, presenter and activist, Joanna Lumley, has lent her support to The Actors Centre fundraising campaign. Lumley has shared the #SupportTheActorsCentre message, which encourages urgent donations to The Actors Centre during its period of closure due to COVID-19.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2020
BAFTA award-winning actress, presenter and activist, Joanna Lumley, has lent her support to The Actors Centre fundraising campaign. Lumley has shared the #SupportTheActorsCentre message, which encourages urgent donations to The Actors Centre during its period of closure due to COVID-19.
Music Box Films Acquires EDIE, An Inspirational Mountain Climbing Story
by Tori Hartshorn - May 6, 2019
Music Box Films is proud to announce the acquisition of U.S. and Canadian distribution rights to the uplifting feature film Edie, directed by Simon Hunter (Lighthouse, Mutant Chronicles), and starring British actress Sheila Hancock (The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, Carry On Cleo). The film will receive a theatrical release this fall followed by a home entertainment release.
by Tori Hartshorn - May 6, 2019
Music Box Films is proud to announce the acquisition of U.S. and Canadian distribution rights to the uplifting feature film Edie, directed by Simon Hunter (Lighthouse, Mutant Chronicles), and starring British actress Sheila Hancock (The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, Carry On Cleo). The film will receive a theatrical release this fall followed by a home entertainment release.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sheila Hancock been in?
Sheila Hancock has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Sheila Hancock been in?
Sheila Hancock has appeared on London's West End in 8 shows.
What was Sheila Hancock's first West End show?
Sheila Hancock's first West End show was Make Me An Offer which opened in 1959
What awards has Sheila Hancock been nominated for?
Best Performance In A Supporting Role In A Musical (Olivier Awards) for Cabaret , Actress of the Year in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for The Winter's Tale, Actress of the Year in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Sweeney Todd, Comedy Performance of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Annie and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Entertaining Mr. Sloan.
What awards has Sheila Hancock won?
Sheila Hancock won the Olivier Award for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical for her work in Cabaret.
Videos