Rural Derry, 1981. The Carney farmhouse is a hive of activity with preparations for the annual harvest. A day of hard work on the land and a traditional night of feasting and celebrations lie ahead. But this year they will be interrupted by a visitor.
Original Cast
Aunt Maggie Far Away
Brid Brennan, an acclaimed Irish actress, delivered a memorable performance as Aunt Maggie Far Away in the 2018 revival of "The Ferryman" on Broadway, a role that earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Play. more...
Paddy Considine, known for his versatile roles in film and television including "Peaky Blinders" and "House of the Dragon," brought his extensive acting experience to the West End production of "The Ferryman." more...
Laura Donnelly originated her role in The Ferryman in London, winning the Olivier Award for Best Actress, before reprising her role in the Broadway production a year later. more...
Fra Fee, who won the Whatsonstage Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Play for his role in "The Ferryman," has an extensive theatre background including performances in "Les Miserables" and "Candide." more...
Tom Glynn-Carney, who trained at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama and made his feature debut in Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk, earned the Evening Standard Theatre Emerging Talent Award for his role in the original London cast of The Ferryman. more...
Stuart Graham, known for his powerful performances in productions such as "The Force of Change" at the Royal Court and "Macbeth" at the Lyric, brought his extensive experience to the West End stage in "The Ferryman." more...
Carla Langley, who won the 2016 Manchester Theatre Award for Best Studio Performance in Cuddles, was a notable cast member of The Ferryman in the West End. more...
Conor MacNeill, who originated his role in "The Ferryman" in London, has an impressive theatre background including performances at the West End, Donmar, and Ireland's Abbey Theatre, and was last seen on Broadway in "The Cripple of Inishmaan." more...
Rob Malone, who originated his role in The Ferryman during its West End run, is thrilled to make his Broadway debut. more...
Uncle Pat
Des McAleer, born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, brought his extensive acting experience to the West End production of The Ferryman, having previously been known for his roles in films such as Hunger, How I Live Now, and My Week with Marilyn. more...
Frank Magennis
Genevieve O'Reilly, known for her extensive stage and screen career including roles in The Way of the World and Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, brought her remarkable talent to the West End in The Ferryman. more...
JJ Carney
Niall Wright, a recent graduate of Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, originated his role in The Ferryman in London before making his Broadway debut. more...
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Olivier Awards | Best Actor | Paddy Considine |
| 2018 | Olivier Awards | Best Actor In A Supporting Role | John Hodgkinson |
| 2018 | Olivier Awards | Best Actress | Laura Donnelly |
| 2018 | Olivier Awards | Best Actress In A Supporting Role | Bríd Brennan |
| 2018 | Olivier Awards | Best Actress In A Supporting Role | Dearbhla Molloy |
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