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BIO

Broadway debut. Will Keen has just closed the West End transfer of Peter Morgan’s Patriots, directed by Rupert Goold, for which he won the Olivier Award for Supporting Actor last year. He most recently wrapped “My Lady Jane” and the second series of “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” both for Amazon, as well as indie feature Borderland opposite Felicity Jones and Mark Strong. He is currently on screens in “The Gold” (BBC1/Viacom), “Ridley Road” (BBC), and “The Pursuit of Love” (BBC) opposite Andrew Scott and Emily Beecham. His other TV credits include “His Dark Materials” seasons 1 and 2, “The Crown” seasons one and two, “Genius,” “Picasso,” “Wolf Hall” and “The Musketeers.” Stage credits include Ghosts, Waste (Almeida); Quartermaine’s Terms (Wyndham's Theatre); The Arsonists (Royal Court); and Mary Stuart (National Theatre).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Vladimir Putin

[West End]
2023
VLADIMIR PUTIN

[West End]
West End Revival, 2013
Pastor Manders

[West End]
2013
Derek Meadle


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play

Will Keen, Patriots


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2024 - Theatre World Award

Will Keen, Patriots

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Review Roundup: OTHELLO at Royal Shakespeare Company

See what the critics are saying about Othello at RSC. Read the reviews and learn more about the production, starring Tony nominated actor John Douglas Thompson.
Full Cast Set For The RSC's OTHELLO

The Royal Shakespeare Company announced the full cast for its upcoming production of OTHELLO, featuring Hugh Quarshie in the title role and Lucian Msamati as Iago. The production opens in November.
Theatre for a New Audience Sets World Premiere Musical & More for 2024-25 Season

Theatre for a New Audience has revealed its 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside and Backstage at the 78th Annual Theatre World Awards

The historic 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony was held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 at the Marquis Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at the Drama Desk Awards

Winners for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced last night at NYU Skirball Center. Tony Award Winners Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit hosted the ceremony. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA and More Set For RSC's Winter Season at the Barbican

Alongside one world premiere, three new Shakespeare productions and a major revival going on sale at Stratford, RSC Co-Artistic Directors, Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey, have announced their first Winter season at the Barbican, which sees two critically acclaimed productions transfer from Stratford-upon-Avon.
2024 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List

The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
Video: Michael Stuhlbarg Talks Returning to Broadway in PATRIOTS

Tony-nominated actor Michael Stuhlbarg joined Good Morning America on Thursday to discuss returning to Broadway in the play Patriots, after almost 20 years away. 'It's a good comeback, indeed,' the actor admitted. 'I'm so happy to be back. It's been a wonderful run so far. It's an amazing company...we're having a great time.' Watch the full interview!
Photos: PATRIOTS On Broadway Welcomes Tony-Winner Bryan Cranston for A Backstage Visit

Peter Morgan's work is back on Broadway this season with Patriots, led by Tony nominee Michael Stuhlbarg and directed by Rupert Goold. The show recently welcomed a special guest, two-time Tony Award-winner Bryan Cranston, for a quick backstage visit. See photos of his trip behind the scenes below!
Cast Members From THE WIZ, STEREOPHONIC, and More Honored With 2024 Theatre World Awards

The 2024 Honorees have been announced for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. Learn more about the honorees here!
Film Adaptation of Peter Morgan's PATRIOTS is in the Works

A film adaptation of Peter Morgan's play, Patriots is in the works. Morgan will take a break from his work on The Crown to focus on the film. 
Exclusive: Alex Hurt Talks Finding His Footing on Broadway in PATRIOTS

This week, talk about an acting dynasty of a family... Alex Hurt is here! He is one of the stars of Patriots now playing at the Barrymore Theatre. His father, Academy Award-winning legend, William Hurt performed Hurly Burly at the Barrymore so things are full circle! What was Alex’s journey to Broadway? Why is this his “proper” Broadway debut? We find out in this video.
2024 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List!

Nominations for the 2024 Drama Desk Awards have just been. Check out the full list of nominees here for Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off Broadway during the 2023-2024 season!
Tony Awards Administration Committee Makes Final Rulings on SUFFS, THE GREAT GATSBY and More

The Tony Awards Administration Committee met to confirm the eligibility status of 12 Broadway productions for the 2023-2024 season. Check out the full list of rulings!
Recap Tony Awards Eligibility Decisions of the 2023-24 Season

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has been meeting all year to discuss the eligibility of the 2023-24 Broadway productions all leading up to Tuesdays big announcement... the Tony nominations.
Photos: The Cast of PATRIOTS Takes Their Opening Night Curtain Call

Michael Stuhlbarg is back on Broadway in Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. See photos from inside opening night as the show's company officially kicks off their Broadway run at curtain calls!
Photos: PATRIOTS Company Celebrates Opening Night

Michael Stuhlbarg is back on Broadway in Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold. The production officially opened earlier this week at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre and BroadwayWorld was there for the celebration. Check out photos of the cast and creative team on the red carpet here!
The Broadway 2023/24 Season by Olivier Award Winners

This Sunday, London's biggest theatre stars come together to celebrate the 2024 Laurence Olivier Awards, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. While it might take some time for this season's nominees to make it across the pond (NOTE: Sunset Boulevard, Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, and Stranger Things: First Shadow have already announced plans to transfer next season), you can catch past Olivier-winning productions on Broadway now.
Photos: First Look at Michael Stuhlbarg and More in PATRIOTS on Broadway

Previews are now underway for Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner and Artistic Director of London’s Almeida Theatre, Rupert Goold. Check out first photos of the cast in action here.
Photos: The Cast of PATRIOTS Takes Their First Broadway Bow

Previews are now underway for Patriots, which began performances on April 1 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. The cast took their first bows, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment. Check out photos here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Will Keen been in?

Will Keen has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Will Keen been in?

Will Keen has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Will Keen's first West End show?

Will Keen's first West End show was Quartermaine's Terms which opened in 2013

What awards has Will Keen been nominated for?

Will Keen has been nominated for the Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for his role in Patriots. He also received a Theatre World Award for his performance in Patriots.

What awards has Will Keen won?

Will Keen has won the Theatre World Award for Patriots.

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