Sam Wanamaker
Sam Wanamaker is an actor, director, producer whose BroadwayWorld credits include A Far Country, Arms and the Man, and Goodbye, My Fancy. Awards include Olivier Awards for 0 (1994).
Date of Birth: June 14, 1919
Date of Death: December 18, 1993 (74)
Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA
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Olivier Awards - 1994 - The Society's Special Award
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Videos
Video: New Preview of THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Michael Major - 2026-10-29 16:36:33
Video: LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST Trailer Released at Shakespeare's Globe
by Rachel Stone - 2026-08-25 19:23:29
Video: Inside Rehearsals For ROMEO & JULIET at Shakespeare's Globe
by Michael Major - 2025-04-17 13:08:45
Video: Watch the Teaser Trailer For THE CRUCIBLE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Michael Major - 2025-04-08 13:56:48
Video: Watch Ruby Bentall & Kit Young In ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL Scene
by Michael Major - 2024-12-17 12:43:01
Video: Watch a Scene from ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL at Shakespeare's Globe
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-12-14 13:44:05
Video: Preview of ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2024-12-10 15:30:06
Video: Watch a Trailer for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-21 14:33:46
News
Shakespeare's Globe Will Stage A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM for PLAYING SHAKESPEARE Education Program
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe has announced a new production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM for its education programme Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank. Directed by Globe Director of Education Lucy Cuthbertson, the 90-minute version is created for young people and will run in the Globe Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe has announced a new production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM for its education programme Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank. Directed by Globe Director of Education Lucy Cuthbertson, the 90-minute version is created for young people and will run in the Globe Theatre.
Video: New Preview of THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Michael Major - Oct 29, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe shared a conversation between playwright Timberlake Wertenbaker and director Anthony Lau about their new play, premiering this winter in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
by Michael Major - Oct 29, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe shared a conversation between playwright Timberlake Wertenbaker and director Anthony Lau about their new play, premiering this winter in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Cast Set For JULIUS CAESAR at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe will present JULIUS CAESAR directed by Joe Hill-Gibbins, featuring Kate Duchêne, Caoilfhionn Dunne, Adam Gillen, and Natey Jones. The production marks the first staging of the play in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe will present JULIUS CAESAR directed by Joe Hill-Gibbins, featuring Kate Duchêne, Caoilfhionn Dunne, Adam Gillen, and Natey Jones. The production marks the first staging of the play in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Shakespeare's Globe to Open New Research & Collections Centre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe opened a new Research & Collections centre designed by Allies and Morrison, serving as London's only dedicated Shakespeare library and archive fully open to the public.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe opened a new Research & Collections centre designed by Allies and Morrison, serving as London's only dedicated Shakespeare library and archive fully open to the public.
JULIUS CAESAR REMIXED Will Come to the Omnibus Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2026
Intermission Youth will present an adaptation of Shakespeare's political tragedy set in a contemporary secondary school, following the critical success of Darren Raymond's TARTUFFE (REMIXED).
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2026
Intermission Youth will present an adaptation of Shakespeare's political tragedy set in a contemporary secondary school, following the critical success of Darren Raymond's TARTUFFE (REMIXED).
Cast Set For THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Timberlake Wertenbaker's THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE, directed by Anthony Lau, at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Timberlake Wertenbaker's THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE, directed by Anthony Lau, at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Video: LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST Trailer Released at Shakespeare's Globe
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe has shared a new trailer for its production of Love's Labour's Lost, currently running in the Globe Theatre, following four women whose diplomatic mission upends a king and his lords.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe has shared a new trailer for its production of Love's Labour's Lost, currently running in the Globe Theatre, following four women whose diplomatic mission upends a king and his lords.
Photos: TARTUFFE (REMIX) In Rehearsal with Mark Rylance and More at Marylebone Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026
First look rehearsal photos have been released for Tartuffe (Remixed), Darren Raymond's new adaptation of Molière's classic comedy starring Oscar and Olivier Award winner Mark Rylance.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026
First look rehearsal photos have been released for Tartuffe (Remixed), Darren Raymond's new adaptation of Molière's classic comedy starring Oscar and Olivier Award winner Mark Rylance.
Review: A WORLD ELSEWHERE, Shakespeare’s Globe
by Christiana Rose - Jul 31, 2026
Following the Olivier Award nominated success of Rough Magic, Shakespeare’s Globe and Splendid Productions once again demonstrate an extraordinary understanding of family theatre with A World Elsewhere.
by Christiana Rose - Jul 31, 2026
Following the Olivier Award nominated success of Rough Magic, Shakespeare’s Globe and Splendid Productions once again demonstrate an extraordinary understanding of family theatre with A World Elsewhere.
Full Cast Set For TRISTAN & YSEULT UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026
The Emma Rice Company has announced full casting for Rice's adaptation of Tristan & Yseult, which will embark on a UK tour, with previews at Theatre Royal Bath. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026
The Emma Rice Company has announced full casting for Rice's adaptation of Tristan & Yseult, which will embark on a UK tour, with previews at Theatre Royal Bath. Learn more here.
Sheffield's Crucible Theatre Releases First Concept Images for £45M Redevelopment
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026
Sheffield Theatres released concept images showing plans for a £45 million Crucible Theatre redevelopment, designed by Allies and Morrison, that would expand seating capacity from 964 to 1,500 and add a new balcony overlooking Tudor Square.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026
Sheffield Theatres released concept images showing plans for a £45 million Crucible Theatre redevelopment, designed by Allies and Morrison, that would expand seating capacity from 964 to 1,500 and add a new balcony overlooking Tudor Square.
Sophie Okonedo Will Lead A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026
Sophie Okonedo will lead the cast of A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse, directed by Lyndsey Turner. The production is Brian Friel's reworking of Turgenev's classic play.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026
Sophie Okonedo will lead the cast of A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse, directed by Lyndsey Turner. The production is Brian Friel's reworking of Turgenev's classic play.
JULIUS CAESAR, KING JOHN, and More Set For Shakespeare's Globe Winter 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe has announced its upcoming winter lineup of shows. The season will kick off with Julius Caesar, and continue with Pinocchio, The Animals Come to the Table, The Seagull, and King John.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe has announced its upcoming winter lineup of shows. The season will kick off with Julius Caesar, and continue with Pinocchio, The Animals Come to the Table, The Seagull, and King John.
THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE to Make World Premiere at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026
Timberlake Wertenbaker's new play THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE will receive its world premiere at Shakespeare's Globe's Sam Wanamaker Playhouse as part of the venue's upcoming Winter Season.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026
Timberlake Wertenbaker's new play THE ANIMALS COME TO THE TABLE will receive its world premiere at Shakespeare's Globe's Sam Wanamaker Playhouse as part of the venue's upcoming Winter Season.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 17, 2026- THE BOOK OF MORMON Tops the Grosses and More
by - Jun 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours
by - Jun 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours
Al Pacino Wins 2026 Sam Wanamaker Award at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026
Al Pacino has been named the 2026 Sam Wanamaker Award recipient by Shakespeare's Globe, honoring his lifelong dedication to Shakespeare and the stage.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026
Al Pacino has been named the 2026 Sam Wanamaker Award recipient by Shakespeare's Globe, honoring his lifelong dedication to Shakespeare and the stage.
Cast Set For A WORLD ELSEWHERE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the cast for A WORLD ELSEWHERE, a new show inspired by Shakespeare's tales, directed by Lucy Cuthbertson and co-written by Kerry Frampton and Ben Hales, running at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced the cast for A WORLD ELSEWHERE, a new show inspired by Shakespeare's tales, directed by Lucy Cuthbertson and co-written by Kerry Frampton and Ben Hales, running at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Shakespeare's Globe Reveals Climate Activities For 2026
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced a series of climate-focused events during London Climate Week, including a free Climate Open House with stage readings and an off-grid matinee of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Shakespeare's Globe announced a series of climate-focused events during London Climate Week, including a free Climate Open House with stage readings and an off-grid matinee of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM.
QUARTET IN AUTUMN Will Make World Premiere at the Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
The cast has been announced for a brand new adaptation of novelist Barbara Pym's Booker Prize nominated Quartet in Autumn. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
The cast has been announced for a brand new adaptation of novelist Barbara Pym's Booker Prize nominated Quartet in Autumn. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
Debut of the Month: Rachael Stirling on the Importance and Power of Language in GIANT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
BroadwayWorld's March 2026 Debut of the Month interview features Rachael Stirling in Giant on Broadway. BroadwayWorld interviewed Stirling about bringing the play to Broadway, starring opposite John Lithgow and much more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
BroadwayWorld's March 2026 Debut of the Month interview features Rachael Stirling in Giant on Broadway. BroadwayWorld interviewed Stirling about bringing the play to Broadway, starring opposite John Lithgow and much more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sam Wanamaker been in?
Sam Wanamaker has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Sam Wanamaker been in?
Sam Wanamaker has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Sam Wanamaker been nominated for?
Sam Wanamaker has been nominated for The Society's Special Award at the Olivier Awards.
What awards has Sam Wanamaker won?
Sam Wanamaker has won The Society's Special Award at the Olivier Awards.
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