Zoë Wanamaker
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Zoë Wanamaker:
Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane (Mar 27, 2024)
CONSTELLATIONS Will Be Available to Stream on National Theatre at Home (Mar 14, 2024)
Concord Theatricals Acquires Licensing Rights to PICURES FROM HOME (Feb 23, 2024)
Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane (Mar 27, 2024)
CONSTELLATIONS Will Be Available to Stream on National Theatre at Home (Mar 14, 2024)
Concord Theatricals Acquires Licensing Rights to PICURES FROM HOME (Feb 23, 2024)
Zoë Wanamaker BIO
Two-time Olivier Award winner, Zoë Wanamaker, has attained a storied career over the last 6 decades. She has also received four Tony Award nominations for her work on Broadway; for Piaf (1981), Loot (1986), Electra (1999), and Awake and Sing! (2006). Wanamaker’s film appearances include Wilde (1997), Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (2001), and My Week with Marilyn (2011). She was twice nominated for the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress, for “Prime Suspect” (1991) and “Love Hurts” (1992–94), and starred as Susan Harper in the long-running sitcom “My Family” (2000–11). She has also appeared in the ITV dramas “Agatha Christie’s Poirot” (2005–13), “Mr Selfridge” (2015), and “Girlfriends” (2018). Zoe has most recently starred in the TV series “Shadow and Bone” (2021) and can be seen in the EPIX TV series “Britannia”.
Zoë Wanamaker Photos
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Zoë Wanamaker STAGE CREDITS
Zoë Wanamaker Movies
The Raggedy Rawney
[ 1988 ] Elle
[ 1988 ] Elle
Wilde
[ 1997 ] Ada LeversonSphinx
[ 1997 ] Ada LeversonSphinx
Swept from the Sea
[ 1997 ] Mary Foster
[ 1997 ] Mary Foster
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
[ 2001 ] Madame Hooch
[ 2001 ] Madame Hooch
Five Children and It
[ 2004 ] Martha
[ 2004 ] Martha
It's a Wonderful Afterlife
[ 2010 ] Mrs. Goldman
[ 2010 ] Mrs. Goldman
All My Sons
[ 2011 ] Kate Keller
[ 2011 ] Kate Keller
My Week with Marilyn
[ 2011 ] Paula Strberg
[ 2011 ] Paula Strberg
National Theatre Live: The Cherry Orchard
[ 2011 ] Ranyevskaya
[ 2011 ] Ranyevskaya
Zoë Wanamaker Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Zo Wanamaker, Awake and Sing!
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Zoe Wanamaker, Awake and Sing!
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Actress
Zoë WanamakerBoston Marriage
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Zoe Wanamaker, Electra
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Zoe Wanamaker, Electra
winner
Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Actress
Zoe WanamakerElectra
Olivier Awards - 1991 - Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Supporting Role
Zoe WanamakerThe Crucible
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Performance of the Year in a Supporting Role
Zoe WanamakerOthello
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Zoe Wanamaker, Loot
Olivier Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Performance of the Year in a Supporting Role
Zoe WanamakerMother Courage
Olivier Awards - 1984 - Actress of the Year in a Revival
Zoe Wanamaker, Twelfth Night, RSC
Olivier Awards - 1984 - Actress of the Year in a Supporting Role
Zoe WanamakerThe Time Of Your Life
Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Zoe Wanamaker, Piaf
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Zoe Wanamaker, Piaf
winner
Olivier Awards - 1979 - Actress of the Year in a Revival
Zoe Wanamaker, Once In A Lifetime, RSC
Zoë Wanamaker Videos
Exclusive: Danny Burstein, Zoë Wanamaker & Nathan Lane on Turning Pictures Into Theatre
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 3, 2023
Video: See Highlights From PICTURES FROM HOME On Broadway, Starring Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein, and Zoë Wanamaker
by Show Highlights - Feb 10, 2023
VIDEO: First Look at Peter Capaldi, Sheila Atim, Zoë Wanamaker, and More in the Trailer For CONSTELLATIONS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2021
Zoë Wanamaker News
Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
CONSTELLATIONS Will Be Available to Stream on National Theatre at Home
The National Theatre has announced that the Donmar Warehouse revival of the Royal Court Theatre Production, CONSTELLATIONS, directed by former artistic director of the Donmar Warehouse Michael Longhurst (Amadeus) will be available to stream on National Theatre at Home.
The National Theatre has announced that the Donmar Warehouse revival of the Royal Court Theatre Production, CONSTELLATIONS, directed by former artistic director of the Donmar Warehouse Michael Longhurst (Amadeus) will be available to stream on National Theatre at Home.
Concord Theatricals Acquires Licensing Rights to PICURES FROM HOME
Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive worldwide English-speaking stage licensing rights to Sharr White’s recent Broadway play, Pictures from Home, for its Samuel French imprint.
Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive worldwide English-speaking stage licensing rights to Sharr White’s recent Broadway play, Pictures from Home, for its Samuel French imprint.
Nathan Lane to Receive 2024 Stephen Sondheim Award From Signature Theatre
Signature Theatre will honor Nathan Lane with the 2024 Stephen Sondheim Award. The Broadway and film legend is known for his award-winning performances in 'The Producers,' 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 'The Birdcage,' and 'The Lion King.'
Signature Theatre will honor Nathan Lane with the 2024 Stephen Sondheim Award. The Broadway and film legend is known for his award-winning performances in 'The Producers,' 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 'The Birdcage,' and 'The Lion King.'
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night for STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS
The stars were out in force to celebrate the opening night of Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends at the Gielgud Theatre. Check out the photos below!
The stars were out in force to celebrate the opening night of Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends at the Gielgud Theatre. Check out the photos below!
CRIMINAL RECORD to Premiere on Apple TV+ In January Starring Cush Jumbo & Peter Capaldi
Apple TV+ will premiere “Criminal Record,” its eight-episode crime thriller starring Academy Award winner Peter Capaldi (“Doctor Who,” “The Thick of It”), and Laurence Olivier Award and Critics Choice Award nominee Cush Jumbo (“The Good Wife,” “The Good Fight,” “The Beast Must Die”) as detectives in a tug of war over a high-profile murder case.
Apple TV+ will premiere “Criminal Record,” its eight-episode crime thriller starring Academy Award winner Peter Capaldi (“Doctor Who,” “The Thick of It”), and Laurence Olivier Award and Critics Choice Award nominee Cush Jumbo (“The Good Wife,” “The Good Fight,” “The Beast Must Die”) as detectives in a tug of war over a high-profile murder case.
Broadway Casting Director Mark B Simon Has Passed Away
According to various sources, casting director Mark B Simon, known for his work on the original productions of Parade, The Last 5 Years, and many more, has passed away.
According to various sources, casting director Mark B Simon, known for his work on the original productions of Parade, The Last 5 Years, and many more, has passed away.
Who Else Was Eligible for 2023 Tony Nominations?
Nominations for the 2023 Tony Awards were announced this morning, and while a select, talented few will spend the day celebrating their achievements, there are many who (while still great!), didn't get a nomination this year. Check out who else was eligible here.
Nominations for the 2023 Tony Awards were announced this morning, and while a select, talented few will spend the day celebrating their achievements, there are many who (while still great!), didn't get a nomination this year. Check out who else was eligible here.
How to Watch the 2023 Tony Nominations
The 76th Annual Tony Award Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, May 2, by Lea Michele and Myles Frost. The announcement can be viewed LIVE (9am ET) in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld.
The 76th Annual Tony Award Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, May 2, by Lea Michele and Myles Frost. The announcement can be viewed LIVE (9am ET) in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld.
PICTURES FROM HOME Plays Final Broadway Performance Today
PICTURES FROM HOME concludes its Broadway run April 30th, 2023 at Studio 54 on Broadway after 30 previews and 87 regular performances.
PICTURES FROM HOME concludes its Broadway run April 30th, 2023 at Studio 54 on Broadway after 30 previews and 87 regular performances.
Bay Street Patrons Go Behind the Curtain with Stewart F. Lane
Patrons were treated with a performance of Pictures from Home and a talkback by Stewart F. Lane!
Patrons were treated with a performance of Pictures from Home and a talkback by Stewart F. Lane!
PICTURES FROM HOME Enters Final Four Weeks of Performances on Broadway
There are four weeks left to see Pictures From Home starring Nathan Lane, Zoë Wanamaker, and Danny Burstein, on Broadway.
There are four weeks left to see Pictures From Home starring Nathan Lane, Zoë Wanamaker, and Danny Burstein, on Broadway.
Exclusive: Danny Burstein, Zoë Wanamaker & Nathan Lane on Turning Pictures Into Theatre
Fans have just one more month to catch theatre greats Nathan lane, Zoe Wanamaker and Danny Burstein in Sharr White's new play, Pictures from Home. In this video, watch as all three chat with Richard Ridge about bringing the story from page to stage.
Fans have just one more month to catch theatre greats Nathan lane, Zoe Wanamaker and Danny Burstein in Sharr White's new play, Pictures from Home. In this video, watch as all three chat with Richard Ridge about bringing the story from page to stage.
Video: Nathan Lane Looks Back on His Broadway Career, Robin Williams Friendship & More on TODAY
Nathan Lane sat down with Willie Geist on Sunday Today to look back on his career while starring on Broadway in Pictures From Home. Lane also discussed his friendship with the late Robin Williams, why he had to 'grow up quickly' during his difficult childhood, transitioning from Broadway to Hollywood, and more. Watch the video interview now!
Nathan Lane sat down with Willie Geist on Sunday Today to look back on his career while starring on Broadway in Pictures From Home. Lane also discussed his friendship with the late Robin Williams, why he had to 'grow up quickly' during his difficult childhood, transitioning from Broadway to Hollywood, and more. Watch the video interview now!
Photos: Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi Stops By PICTURES FROM HOME On Broadway
PICTURES FROM HOME is running now at Broadway's Studio 54 and last night the cast and crew got a visit from Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi and her husband Paul Pelosi who stopped backstage for a meet and greet witn stars Nathan Lane, Zoe Wanamaker, Danny Burstein, director Bartlett Sher and more! See photos from her visit!
PICTURES FROM HOME is running now at Broadway's Studio 54 and last night the cast and crew got a visit from Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi and her husband Paul Pelosi who stopped backstage for a meet and greet witn stars Nathan Lane, Zoe Wanamaker, Danny Burstein, director Bartlett Sher and more! See photos from her visit!
Broadway Buying Guide: February 20, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 20, 2023.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 20, 2023.
Broadway Buying Guide: February 13, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 13, 2023.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 13, 2023.
Video: See Highlights From PICTURES FROM HOME On Broadway, Starring Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein, and Zoë Wanamaker
Last night, the new Broadway comedy Pictures From Home celebrated its opening night at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 W 54th Street). Check out video highlights of this new play from Shar White!
Last night, the new Broadway comedy Pictures From Home celebrated its opening night at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 W 54th Street). Check out video highlights of this new play from Shar White!
Photos: On the Red Carpet for PICTURES FROM HOME Opening Night
Check out red carpet photos from opening night of Pictures From Home, starring Nathan Lane, Zoë Wanamaker, and Danny Burstein!
Check out red carpet photos from opening night of Pictures From Home, starring Nathan Lane, Zoë Wanamaker, and Danny Burstein!
Photos: PICTURES FROM HOME Brings Out Meryl Streep, Matthew Broderick, Brian Cox And More On Opening Night!
Last night, the new Broadway comedy Pictures From Home celebrated its opening night at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 W 54th Street). See photos from inside the opening night celebration as Meryl Streep, Matthew Broderick, Brian Cox, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Christine Baranski, Victor Garber, and more!
Last night, the new Broadway comedy Pictures From Home celebrated its opening night at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 W 54th Street). See photos from inside the opening night celebration as Meryl Streep, Matthew Broderick, Brian Cox, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Christine Baranski, Victor Garber, and more!
Zoë Wanamaker FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Zoë Wanamaker been in?
Zoë Wanamaker has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Zoë Wanamaker been in?
Zoë Wanamaker has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
What was Zoë Wanamaker's first West End show?
Zoë Wanamaker's first West End show was Piaf which opened in
What awards has Zoë Wanamaker been nominated for?
Zoë Wanamaker has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Awake and Sing!" and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for the same production. She also received nominations for Best Actress at the Olivier Awards for "Boston Marriage" and "Electra." Other nominations include Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Supporting Role for "The Crucible," Outstanding Performance of the Year in a Supporting Role for "Othello," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play for "Loot," and Actress of the Year in a Revival at the Olivier Awards for "Twelfth Night, RSC" and "Once In A Lifetime, RSC." Additionally, she was nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Piaf" and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for the same production.
What awards has Zoë Wanamaker won?
Zoë Wanamaker has won the Best Actress award at the Olivier Awards for her role in Electra. She also won the Actress of the Year in a Revival award at the Olivier Awards for Once In A Lifetime, RSC.
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