Sidney Blackmer

Date of Birth: July 13, 1895

Date of Death: October 06, 1973 (78)

Birth Place: Salisbury, NC, USA

STAGE CREDITS

A Case of Libel

[Broadway]

1963

Paul Cleary

Take Me Along

[Broadway]

Original Broadway Production, 1959

Nat Miller [Replacement]

Sweet Bird of Youth

[Broadway]

1959

Boss Finley

The Brass Ring

[Broadway]

1952

George Westman

Come Back, Little Sheba

[Broadway]

1950

Doc

Portrait in Black

[Broadway]

1947

Rupert Marlowe

Wonderful Journey

[Broadway]

1946

Mr. Jordan

Round Trip

[Broadway]

1945

Edgar Albright

Pretty Little Parlor

[Broadway]

1944

Jefferson Hilyard

Stop-over

[Broadway]

1938

Bartley Langthorne

The Social Register

[Broadway]

1931

Charlie Breene

Mima

[Broadway]

1928

Janos

The Springboard

[Broadway]

1927

Victor Hazen

Love in a Mist

[Broadway]

1926

Mr. Gregory Farnham

The Carolinian

[Broadway]

1925

Harry Latimer

Quarantine

[Broadway]

1924

Tony Blunt

The Blue Bandanna

[Broadway]

1924

Richard Haskell

The Moon-Flower

[Broadway]

1924

Peter

Scaramouche

[Broadway]

1923

Andre Louis Moreau

The Rivals

[Broadway]

1923

Captain Jack Absolute

The Love Child

[Broadway]

1922

Eugene Thorne

The Mountain Man

[Broadway]

1921

Aaron Winterfield

Bridges

[Broadway]

1921

Penfield Parker, Jr.

The Robbery

[Broadway]

1921

Robert Hamilton

Not So Long Ago

[Broadway]

1920

Billy Ballard

Trimmed in Scarlet

[Broadway]

1920

David Ebbing

The Morris Dance

[Broadway]

1917

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Movies

A Most Immoral Lady
[ 1929 ] Humphrey Sergeant

Sweethearts and Wives
[ 1930 ] Anthony Peel

The Lady Who Dared
[ 1930 ] Charles Townsend

Strictly Modern
[ 1930 ] Heath Desmond

The Bad Man
[ 1930 ] Morgan Pell

Mothers Cry
[ 1930 ] Mr. Gerald Hart

Kismet
[ 1930 ] Wazir Mansur

Little Caesar
[ 1931 ] Big Boy

Woman Hungry
[ 1931 ] Geoffrey Brand

It's a Wise Child
[ 1931 ] Steve

Good-bye Love
[ 1933 ] Chester Hamilton

From Hell to Heaven
[ 1933 ] Cuff Billings

Deluge
[ 1933 ] Martin Webster

The Wrecker
[ 1933 ] Tom Cummings

Cocktail Hour
[ 1933 ] William Lawton

Down to Their Last Yacht
[ 1934 ] Barry Forbes

The President Vanishes
[ 1934 ] D.L. Voorman

The Count of Monte Cristo
[ 1934 ] Fernand Mondego

Transatlantic Merry-Go-Round
[ 1934 ] Lee Lother

This Man Is Mine
[ 1934 ] Mort Holmes

The Girl Who Came Back
[ 1935 ] Bill Rhodes

The Fire-Trap
[ 1935 ] Cedric McIntyre

A Notorious Gentleman
[ 1935 ] Clayton Bradford

Smart Girl
[ 1935 ] Harry Courtland

Great God Gold
[ 1935 ] John Hart

Shadows of the Orient
[ 1935 ] King Moss

Behind the Green Lights
[ 1935 ] Raymond Cortell

The Little Colonel
[ 1935 ] Swazey

Forced Landing
[ 1935 ] Tony Bernardi

Missing Girls
[ 1936 ] Dan Collins

The President's Mystery
[ 1936 ] George Sartos

Florida Special
[ 1936 ] Jack Macklyn

Early to Bed
[ 1936 ] Rex Daniels

Woman Trap
[ 1936 ] Riley Ferguson

The House of Secrets
[ 1936 ] Tom Starr

Girl Overboard
[ 1937 ] Alex LeMaire

A Doctor's Diary
[ 1937 ] Dr. Anson Ludlow

Wife, Doctor and Nurse
[ 1937 ] Dr. Therberg

Thank You, Mr. Moto
[ 1937 ] Herr Koerger

Heidi
[ 1937 ] Herr Sesemann

Michael O'Halloran
[ 1937 ] Jim Mintum

The Last Gangster
[ 1937 ] Newspaper Editor

This Is My Affair
[ 1937 ] President Theodore Roosevelt

John Meade's Woman
[ 1937 ] Rodney Bentley

Charlie Chan at Monte Carlo
[ 1937 ] Victor Karnoff

The Women Men Marry
[ 1937 ] Walter Wiley

Straight Place and Show
[ 1938 ] LuckyBraddock

Sharpshooters
[ 1938 ] Baron Orloff

In Old Chicago
[ 1938 ] General Phil Sheridan

Suez
[ 1938 ] Marquis Du Brey

Orphans of the Street
[ 1938 ] Parker

While New York Sleeps
[ 1938 ] Ralph Simmons

Fast and Loose
[ 1939 ] LuckyNolan

It's a Wonderful World
[ 1939 ] Al Mallon

Within the Law
[ 1939 ] George Demarest

Convict's Code
[ 1939 ] Gregory Warren

Trapped in the Sky
[ 1939 ] Mann

Hotel for Women
[ 1939 ] McNeil

Law of the Pampas
[ 1939 ] Ralph Merritt

I Want a Divorce
[ 1940 ] Erskine Brandon

Third Finger, Left Hand
[ 1940 ] Hughie Wheeler

Dance, Girl, Dance
[ 1940 ] Puss in Boots

Maryland
[ 1940 ] Spencer Danfield

Framed
[ 1940 ] Tony Bowman

Ellery Queen and the Perfect Crime
[ 1941 ] Anthony Rhodes

Rookies on Parade
[ 1941 ] Augustus Moody

The Officer and the Lady
[ 1941 ] Blake Standish

The Great Swindle
[ 1941 ] Dave Lennox

Down Mexico Way
[ 1941 ] Ellery Gibson

The Feminine Touch
[ 1941 ] Freddie Bond

Love Crazy
[ 1941 ] George Renny

Angels with Broken Wings
[ 1941 ] Guy Barton

Cheers for Miss Bishop
[ 1941 ] John Stevens

Murder Among Friends
[ 1941 ] Mr. Wheeler

Nazi Agent
[ 1942 ] Arnold Milbar

Sabotage Squad
[ 1942 ] Carlyle Harrison

Obliging Young Lady
[ 1942 ] Henry

Quiet Please: Murder
[ 1942 ] Martin Cleaver

Always in My Heart
[ 1942 ] Philip Ames

The Panther's Claw
[ 1942 ] Police Commissioner Thatcher Colt

Gallant Lady
[ 1942 ] Steve Carey

I Escaped from the Gestapo
[ 1943 ] Bergen

Murder in Times Square
[ 1943 ] George Nevins

In Old Oklahoma
[ 1943 ] Teddy Roosevelt

The Lady and the Monster
[ 1944 ] Eugene Fulton

Wilson
[ 1944 ] Josephus Daniels

Duel in the Sun
[ 1946 ] The Lover

A Song Is Born
[ 1948 ] Adams

My Girl Tisa
[ 1948 ] Theodore Roosevelt

People Will Talk
[ 1951 ] Arthur Higgins

Saturday's Hero
[ 1951 ] T. C. McCabe

The San Francisco Story
[ 1952 ] Andrew Cain

Washington Story
[ 1952 ] Philip Emery

The High and the Mighty
[ 1954 ] Humphrey Agnew

Johnny Dark
[ 1954 ] James Fielding

The View from Pompey's Head
[ 1955 ] Garvin Wales

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
[ 1956 ] Austin Spencer

Accused of Murder
[ 1956 ] Frank Hobart

High Society
[ 1956 ] Seth Lord

Tammy and the Bachelor
[ 1957 ] Professor Brent

Joy in the Morning
[ 1965 ] Dean James Darwent

How to Murder Your Wife
[ 1965 ] Judge Blackstone

A Covenant with Death
[ 1967 ] Col. Oates

Revenge Is My Destiny
[ 1971 ] Gregory Mann

TV Shows

The Name of the Game
Clarence Dunhill, Roman Stepanak

Awards and Nominations

winner

Tony Awards - 1950 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Sidney Blackmer, Come Back, Little Sheba

News

Photo Flash: First Look at Tennessee Williams' SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH at Gallery Players
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2017

Gallery Players' production of the acclaimed and timely Sweet Bird of Youth by Tennessee Williams tells the story of a gigolo and drifter, who returns to his home town as the companion of a once-was movie star. Sweet Bird of Youth opened Saturday, March 11th, and runs for only 12 performances through Saturday, March 26th, 2017 at 8 PM. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

The Gallery Players presents SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2017

Gallery Players announces the fifth show of its 50th season with the critically acclaimed and timely, Sweet Bird of Youth, which tells the story of a gigolo and drifter, who returns to his home town as the companion of a once-was movie star.

The Gallery Players presents SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2017

Gallery Players announces the fifth show of its 50th season with the critically acclaimed and timely, Sweet Bird of Youth, which tells the story of a gigolo and drifter, who returns to his home town as the companion of a once-was movie star.

Opening Night for PPT's THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO Canceled
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 12, 2014

Due to the approaching winter storm, PPT has announced that Opening Night for The Count of Monte Cristo scheduled for Thursday, February 13 at the Meroney Theater, has been canceled. All ticket holders for Thursday's show should contact the Meroney Box Office (704-633-5471) at your earliest convenience to reschedule. Shows will resume the regular schedule on Friday, February 14 at 7:30pm. The Meroney Box Office will be open today until the storm begins and will reopen on Thursday as soon as staff can safely get to the theater.

Piedmont Players Theatre to Present THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO, 2/13-22
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2014

Piedmont Players Theatre (PPT) along with Salisbury Rotary Club presents THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO, adapted by Charles Morey from the Novel by Alexandre Dumas.

COME BACK, LITTLE SHEBA Begins Shaw Festival Previews
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 28, 2012

Come Back, Little Sheba, the heartfelt drama that launched William Inge's career and became a Broadway hit, begins previews today at the Shaw Festival's Royal George Theatre. Artistic Director Jackie Maxwell directs this powerful portrayal of flawed humanity and the enduring power of love. With this production, she adds a third work (Picnic (2001), Bus Stop (2005)) by the writer known as the "Playwright of the Midwest" to her directorial repertoire at The Shaw.

Broadway's SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH with Nicole Kidman Delayed; James Franco Drops Out
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 30, 2011

The NY Times reports that James Franco will not be participating in the upcoming revival of Tennessee Williams' Sweet Bird of Youth alongside Nicole Kidman, as had previously been set. While no dates had been announced for the production, Kidman had been attached to the production officially as 'Alexandra', while the last reports indicate that Franco had all but signed on the dotted line for the role of 'Chance'. Back in January he told MTV that he planned to participate in the production, while later in the winter the revival's director David Cromer told the New York Times that he believed it was a done deal.

MoMA Announces Roman Polanski Retrospective and Fall Film Exhibitions Schedule
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 10, 2011

The Museum of Modern Art recognizes the achievements of Roman Polanski with a complete retrospective of the filmmaker's works, September 7-30, 2011, in The Roy and Niuta Titus Theaters. Over the course of a half century, Polanski has become widely recognized as one of the premier international filmmakers, directing films in Poland, England, the U.S., Italy, and France and working with distinguished actors such as Jack Nicholson, Adrien Brody, Catherine Deneuve, Mia Farrow, Ben Kingsley, and Nastassja Kinski.

Cromer Says Franco Debut in SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH Likely
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 2, 2011

James Franco, will co-host the 2011 Oscars has confirmed to MTV news that he will co-star with Oscar winner Nicole Kidman in the upcoming Broadway revival of SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH, according to Showbiz411.com. Franco says that he will appear appear as Chance Wayne, in the Fall 2011 production, which will be directed by David Cromer.

TV: James Franco Confirms Broadway Debut in SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH with Nicole Kidman!
by Robert Diamond - Jan 28, 2011

James Franco, will co-host the 2011 Oscars has confirmed to MTV news that he will co-star with Oscar winner Nicole Kidman in the upcoming Broadway revival of SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH, according to Showbiz411.com. Franco says that he will appear appear as Chance Wayne, in the Fall 2011 production, which will be directed by David Cromer.

RIALTO CHATTER: James Franco to Join SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH?
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 30, 2010

James Franco, who was just announced as a 2011 Oscar co-host yesterday, is reportedly in talks to join Oscar winner Nicole Kidman in the upcoming Broadway revival of SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH, according to Showbiz411.com. Franco would appear as Chance Wayne, in the Fall 2011 production.

RIALTO CHATTER: Nicole Kidman to Return to Broadway in SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH?
by Robert Diamond - Sep 17, 2010

Michael Riedel is reporting in today's New York Post that Nicole Kidman, who was last seen on Broadway in 1998 in THE BLUE ROOM, will be returning to the stage next fall in a revival of Tennessee Williams' SWEET BIRD OF YOUTH, directed by David Cromer.

SWEENEY TODD's Roy Gioconda Dies at 77
by Robert Diamond - Mar 1, 2010

Chicagoland actor Roy Gioconda passed away Friday, Feb. 26. He had suffered with lung cancer.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Sidney Blackmer been in?

Sidney Blackmer has appeared on Broadway in 27 shows.

How many West End shows has Sidney Blackmer been in?

Sidney Blackmer has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Sidney Blackmer been nominated for?

Sidney Blackmer has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for his role in "Come Back, Little Sheba."

What awards has Sidney Blackmer won?

Sidney Blackmer has won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for his performance in "Come Back, Little Sheba".

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