Hal Holbrook
Birth Place: Cleveland, OH, USA
Latest News on Hal Holbrook:
Richard Thomas Will Lead MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! at TheaterWorks Hartford (Jun 12, 2025)
Richard Thomas in Hal Holbrook's MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! And More Set for Bass Performance Hall 2025-2026 Popular Entertainment Series (Jun 3, 2025)
Frank Ferrante to Celebrate 40th Year Portraying Groucho Marx at Teatro ZinZanni (May 16, 2025)
Richard Thomas Will Lead MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! at TheaterWorks Hartford (Jun 12, 2025)
Richard Thomas in Hal Holbrook's MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! And More Set for Bass Performance Hall 2025-2026 Popular Entertainment Series (Jun 3, 2025)
Frank Ferrante to Celebrate 40th Year Portraying Groucho Marx at Teatro ZinZanni (May 16, 2025)
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1966
Captain Sanjar [Replacement]
Flip, the Prince, Charming [Replacement]
Adam [Replacement]
Flip, the Prince, Charming [Replacement]
Captain Sanjar [Replacement]
Adam [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1965
Don Quixote (Cervantes) [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Broadway]
The Twentieth Anniversary Production, 1965
The Gentleman Caller [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Broadway]
1964
Quentin (Albania) [Replacement]
(Alternate) [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Reverend Haley Barnes
Quentin [Replacement]
Reverend Haley Barnes
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Hal Holbrook, Mark Twain Tonight!
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1959 - Best Performance
Hal HolbrookMark Twain Tonight
winner
Obie Awards - 1959 - Special Citation
Hal HolbrookMark Twain Tonight!
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1959 - Special Citation
Hal HolbrookMark Twain Tonight!
Videos
VIDEO: Cecily Strong and Bowen Yang Perform in a Cabaret at The Duplex on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
by Stephi Wild - 2020-12-06 10:47:50
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for the 4K Restoration of John Carpenter's THE FOG
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-08-09 10:28:18
TV: First Look at TONY Awards Live Viewing Gala - Florence Henderson, Barbara Cook & More!
by Michael Sterling & Jordan Santacana - 2014-06-18 07:05:13
Video Trailer: LINCOLN, Starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Hits Theaters Today
by Movies News Desk - 2012-11-09 00:30:00
STAGE TUBE: Hot Trailer Sneak Peek - LINCOLN Starring Daniel Day-Lewis
by Robert Diamond - 2012-09-10 17:18:46
TV: Matt Rodrigues Inside The Actor's Fund's West Coast Tony Party Honoring Hal Holbrook!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-06-14 14:08:04
STAGE TUBE: Dixie Carter Talks Life & Career; Passes Away at 70
by Robert Diamond - 2010-04-10 22:59:54
News
Richard Thomas Will Lead MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! at TheaterWorks Hartford
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
TheaterWorks Hartford will host the first production of the new national tour of Mark Twain Tonight! written and originally performed by Hal Holbrook featuring Emmy Award-winner Richard Thomas.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
TheaterWorks Hartford will host the first production of the new national tour of Mark Twain Tonight! written and originally performed by Hal Holbrook featuring Emmy Award-winner Richard Thomas.
Richard Thomas in Hal Holbrook's MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! And More Set for Bass Performance Hall 2025-2026 Popular Entertainment Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025
Bass Performance Hall will welcome six new shows to Fort Worth as part of the Irwin Steel Popular Entertainment Series. This lineup sees the return of many Fort Worth favorites with a variety of musical genres, plus an evening of drama and comedy.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025
Bass Performance Hall will welcome six new shows to Fort Worth as part of the Irwin Steel Popular Entertainment Series. This lineup sees the return of many Fort Worth favorites with a variety of musical genres, plus an evening of drama and comedy.
Frank Ferrante to Celebrate 40th Year Portraying Groucho Marx at Teatro ZinZanni
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025
Laurence Olivier nominated actor, Frank Ferrante, will mark his 40th consecutive year in the role of comedy legend Groucho Marx with a staged performance of An Evening With Groucho at Chicago‘s Teatro ZinZanni.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025
Laurence Olivier nominated actor, Frank Ferrante, will mark his 40th consecutive year in the role of comedy legend Groucho Marx with a staged performance of An Evening With Groucho at Chicago‘s Teatro ZinZanni.
STEREOPHONIC, MRS. DOUBTFIRE And More Set for State Theatre New Jersey 2025-26 Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey has announced its 2025-26 Broadway Season, featuring seven fantastic shows. The 2025-26 Season will feature Tony Award-winning hits, Broadway fan favorites, and multiple State Theatre debuts.
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey has announced its 2025-26 Broadway Season, featuring seven fantastic shows. The 2025-26 Season will feature Tony Award-winning hits, Broadway fan favorites, and multiple State Theatre debuts.
MJ, SOME LIKE IT HOT, and More Set For Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced the Broadway Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season. The season will include seven Sarasota Premieres and ten Broadway hits.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced the Broadway Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season. The season will include seven Sarasota Premieres and ten Broadway hits.
Celebrity Attractions Announces 2025-2026 Broadway Season
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 16, 2025
Celebrity Attractions is proud to announce the 2025-2026 Broadway Season, one that isn’t just another Broadway season. It’s a lineup of legends. From the magic of WICKED to the moves of MJ, the mischief of ELF The Musical to the heart of MRS. DOUBTFIRE and wit of MARK TWAIN TONIGHT—every show is a must-see!
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 16, 2025
Celebrity Attractions is proud to announce the 2025-2026 Broadway Season, one that isn’t just another Broadway season. It’s a lineup of legends. From the magic of WICKED to the moves of MJ, the mischief of ELF The Musical to the heart of MRS. DOUBTFIRE and wit of MARK TWAIN TONIGHT—every show is a must-see!
Interview: Ken Ludwig of BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at Alley Theatre
by Brett Cullum - Apr 11, 2025
I like to write all the time and generally write two plays a year, just because I take very seriously the notion of this being my profession. I would say playwright is spelled WRIGHT [write]. It's like a Cartwright or a wheelwright. It's somebody who rolls up their sleeves and does their work.
by Brett Cullum - Apr 11, 2025
I like to write all the time and generally write two plays a year, just because I take very seriously the notion of this being my profession. I would say playwright is spelled WRIGHT [write]. It's like a Cartwright or a wheelwright. It's somebody who rolls up their sleeves and does their work.
US Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand Celebrates 25 Years Starring In LET IT BE ART! On Tour In Asheville
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025
US Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand celebrating his 25th year starring as Harold Clurman, the 'Elder Statesman of the American Theatre' touring around the world in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! will perform in Asheville, North Carolina at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts on April 25th.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025
US Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand celebrating his 25th year starring as Harold Clurman, the 'Elder Statesman of the American Theatre' touring around the world in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! will perform in Asheville, North Carolina at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts on April 25th.
Review: #CHARLOTTESVILLE at Keegan Theatre
by David Friscic - Mar 25, 2025
When I walked into the Keegan Theatre Saturday evening to see the galvanizing play #Charlottesville, I noticed two changes since I reviewed this play at the Capital Fringe Festival one year and eight months ago: this play is no longer about one portentous and isolated incident but, rather, this play is a succinct encapsulation of an incident that is a mirror of what is going on in society at the present time.
by David Friscic - Mar 25, 2025
When I walked into the Keegan Theatre Saturday evening to see the galvanizing play #Charlottesville, I noticed two changes since I reviewed this play at the Capital Fringe Festival one year and eight months ago: this play is no longer about one portentous and isolated incident but, rather, this play is a succinct encapsulation of an incident that is a mirror of what is going on in society at the present time.
Emmy Winner Richard Thomas To Star In MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! North American Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025
Emmy-Award winning actor Richard Thomas will star in a new production of Mark Twain Tonight! on stages across North America, beginning in the 2025-2026 season.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025
Emmy-Award winning actor Richard Thomas will star in a new production of Mark Twain Tonight! on stages across North America, beginning in the 2025-2026 season.
Todd Waite Will Retire From the Alley Theatre Acting Company
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024
Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced that after 25 years, Todd Waite will retire as a member of the Resident Acting Company. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024
Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced that after 25 years, Todd Waite will retire as a member of the Resident Acting Company. Learn more here!
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2024 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2024
A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2024
A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
Ronald Rand Will Lead LET IT BE ART! at Greece's Lithographeion Theatre in Patras
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024
Goodwill Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand, during his 24th year touring around the world to 26 countries will perform in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman, 'the Elder Statesman of the American Theatre,' on March 31st at the renowned Lithographeion Theatre in Patras, Greece.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024
Goodwill Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand, during his 24th year touring around the world to 26 countries will perform in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman, 'the Elder Statesman of the American Theatre,' on March 31st at the renowned Lithographeion Theatre in Patras, Greece.
Anne Hearn and Brian Reddy to Star in THE MINUTES at the Springer Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024
The Springer Theatre will present Tracy Letts' The Minutes. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024
The Springer Theatre will present Tracy Letts' The Minutes. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: A Voice for DC Theater and Beyond Says Goodbye.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 29, 2023
If you have been around DC theatre for any length of time, you are very familiar with the writing of Chief Theater Critic for The Washington Post, Peter Marks. He has been the definitive voice of theater for the DMV and beyond for 21 years. On December 31st, Peter Marks’ stunning reign at The Washington Post will come to an end. After almost 30 years reviewing in DC and elsewhere, one of the most important voices in theatrical journalism will be absent from print. That is not a good thing!
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 29, 2023
If you have been around DC theatre for any length of time, you are very familiar with the writing of Chief Theater Critic for The Washington Post, Peter Marks. He has been the definitive voice of theater for the DMV and beyond for 21 years. On December 31st, Peter Marks’ stunning reign at The Washington Post will come to an end. After almost 30 years reviewing in DC and elsewhere, one of the most important voices in theatrical journalism will be absent from print. That is not a good thing!
Review: CHARLOTTESVILLE at Capital Fringe Festival
by David Friscic - Jul 19, 2023
Based on many, many interviews with residents of Charlottesville, court transcripts and news reports, the very timely and relevant show Charlottesville was presented with theatrical integrity and complex layers/themes as part of the 2023 Capital Fringe Festival.
by David Friscic - Jul 19, 2023
Based on many, many interviews with residents of Charlottesville, court transcripts and news reports, the very timely and relevant show Charlottesville was presented with theatrical integrity and complex layers/themes as part of the 2023 Capital Fringe Festival.
World Premiere of Ken Ludwig's MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE is Coming to Cleveland Play House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
Cast Set For Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE At Shakespeare & Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023
Casting has been announced for the Berkshires premiere of Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Shakespeare & Company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023
Casting has been announced for the Berkshires premiere of Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Shakespeare & Company.
LEND ME A TENOR to Close Out International City Theatre 2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2022
International City Theatre will present Lend Me A Tenor, the Tony-nominated screwball comedy by Ken Ludwig that’s guaranteed to leave audiences rolling in the aisles with laughter. The production runs October 21 through November 6.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2022
International City Theatre will present Lend Me A Tenor, the Tony-nominated screwball comedy by Ken Ludwig that’s guaranteed to leave audiences rolling in the aisles with laughter. The production runs October 21 through November 6.
JIMMY AND CAROLYN Sets August 29 South County Film Premiere Date
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2022
”Jimmy and Carolyn”, James Andrew Walsh's new comedy starring two-time Tony nominee and TV/Broadway star Mary Beth Peil (Dawson's Creek, The Good Wife, HALSTON, Broadway's Anastasia) and TV/Broadway star Gregory Harrison (911, Chesapeake Shores, Trapper John M.D.), shot entirely on location in Westerly, Rhode Island, sets its South County Premiere at Bill Hanney's newly renovated All South Coun ty Luxury Cinemas, co-owned with Harold Blank and William Doherty, in Wakefield on Monday, August 29, 2022.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2022
”Jimmy and Carolyn”, James Andrew Walsh's new comedy starring two-time Tony nominee and TV/Broadway star Mary Beth Peil (Dawson's Creek, The Good Wife, HALSTON, Broadway's Anastasia) and TV/Broadway star Gregory Harrison (911, Chesapeake Shores, Trapper John M.D.), shot entirely on location in Westerly, Rhode Island, sets its South County Premiere at Bill Hanney's newly renovated All South Coun ty Luxury Cinemas, co-owned with Harold Blank and William Doherty, in Wakefield on Monday, August 29, 2022.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Hal Holbrook been in?
Hal Holbrook has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
How many West End shows has Hal Holbrook been in?
Hal Holbrook has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Hal Holbrook been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight!, Best Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight! and Special Citation (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mark Twain Tonight!.
What awards has Hal Holbrook won?
Hal Holbrook won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for Mark Twain Tonight!. He also received the Drama Desk Award for Best Performance for Mark Twain Tonight. Additionally, Holbrook earned Special Citations from both the Obie Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Mark Twain Tonight!.
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