Judi Dench
Birth Place: York, ENGLAND
Latest News on Judi Dench:
Photos: Dame Judi Dench Visits the Watermill For a Fundraising Event (May 16, 2024)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 15, 2024 (May 15, 2024)
Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Kara Lindsay & More to Join 2024 WP Theater Gala (May 14, 2024)
Photos: Dame Judi Dench Visits the Watermill For a Fundraising Event (May 16, 2024)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 15, 2024 (May 15, 2024)
Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Kara Lindsay & More to Join 2024 WP Theater Gala (May 14, 2024)
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Dame Judi Dench is considered one of Britain's best actors of all time. Since playing Ophelia in 'Hamlet' at The Old Vic Theatre over 60 years ago, Judi has garnered wide popular and critical admiration for a career marked by outstanding performances in both classical and contemporary roles. She has won numerous major awards - including an Academy Award,10 BAFTA Awards and a record eight Laurence Olivier Awards - for work on both stage and screen, and in recognition of her many achievements she received an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 1970, became a DBE (Dame of the British Empire) in 1988, and in 2005 was awarded a Companion of Honour. She has also received the Japan Arts Association's prestigious Praemium Imperiale Laureate Award for Film and Theatre. Judi is recognised globally for her legendary role as M in seven James Bond films, from 'Goldeneye' to 'Skyfall'. Her other film work includes 'Tea With Mussolini', directed by Franco Zeffirelli; 'A Room With a View' and 'A Handful of Dust', both of which brought her BAFTA Awards for Best Supporting Actress; 'Henry V' and 'Hamlet', both directed Kenneth Branagh; 'Philomena', directed by Stephen Frears; Jane Eyre, directed by Cary Fukunaga; 'My Week with Marilyn', directed by Simon Curtis; 'J. Edgar', directed by Clint Eastwood; the hugely successful India-set comedy 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel', and its sequel 'The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel', both directed by John Madden; Roald Dahl's 'Esio Trot', opposite Dustin Hoffman; and 'Shakespeare in Love', directed by John Madden. Judi can currently be seen on screen in Richard Eyre's, Allelujah!
Judi Dench Photos
DAME JUDI DENCH as Desir�'©e Armfeldt, singing â€�"Send in the Clowns’ in Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music (which she originally performed at the NT in 1995)
Date:
11/02/2013
From: Photo Coverage: NT50 - The National Theatre's Birthday Celebrations, With Dench, Mirren, And More!
Judi Dench STAGE CREDITS
Judi Dench Awards and Nominations
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Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Actress in a Supporting Role
Judi DenchThe Winter's Tale
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Actress
Judi DenchPeter And Alice
Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Performance in a Supporting Role
Judi DenchAll's Well That Ends Wel
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Evening Standard Awards - 2004 - Lebedev Special Award
Dame Judi Dench
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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Judi DenchLindsay Duncan
Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best Actress
Judi DenchFilumena
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Judi Dench , Amy's View
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Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Judi Dench, Amy's View
Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Actress
Judi DenchAmy's View
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Olivier Awards - 1996 - Best Actress in a Musical
Judi Dench, A Little Night Music
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Actress
Judi DenchThe Gift Of The Gorgon, RSC
Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Director of a Musical
Judi DenchThe Boys From Syracuse
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Olivier Awards - 1987 - Actress of the Year
Judi DenchAntony And Cleopatra
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Olivier Awards - 1983 - Actress of the Year in a New Play
Judi DenchPack Of Lies
Olivier Awards - 1982 - Actress of the Year in a New Play
Judi Dench, Other Places
Olivier Awards - 1982 - Actress of the Year in a Revival
Judi DenchThe Importance Of Being Earnest
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Olivier Awards - 1980 - Actress of the Year in a Revival
Judi Dench, Juno And The Paycock, RSC
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Olivier Awards - 1977 - Actress of the Year in a Revival
Judi DenchMacbeth
Judi Dench Videos
VIDEO: Dame Judi Dench Sings 'Waterloo' By ABBA With Sharleen Spiteri
by Michael Major - Jan 4, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Bernadette Peters, Judi Dench, and More in SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Concert Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 24, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Highlights from OLD FRIENDS, Celebrating Stephen Sondheim!
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2022
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Starring Michael Ball, Hannah Waddingham, Judi Dench & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2022
VIDEO: Dame Judi Dench Talks BELFAST, TikTok, and More on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2022
VIDEO: Jason Derulo Reacts to his CATS Acting on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 16, 2020
VIDEO: Neil Sean Meets Composer George Fenton to Discuss MRS. HENDERSON PRESENTS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2020
VIDEO: Judi Dench Puts David Tennant and Michael Sheen in Their Place on STAGED
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2020
VIDEO: YouTuber Lindsay Ellis Attempts to Explain CATS in New Video Essay
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2020
VIDEO: See Dan Stevens & Judi Dench in the Trailer for BLITHE SPIRIT
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 26, 2020
VIDEO: James Corden and Rebel Wilson Present at the Oscars While Dressed as Cats
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 9, 2020
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Explains the Plot of CATS to Colbert on THE LATE SHOW
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 20, 2019
VIDEO: Tom Hooper and James Corden Put Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson, & More Through 'CATS School'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 20, 2019
VIDEO: See the Cast of CATS Remix 'Memory' on THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON
by Sarah Leiber - Dec 18, 2019
Judi Dench News
Photos: Dame Judi Dench Visits the Watermill For a Fundraising Event
Newbury’s The Watermill Theatre welcomed Dame Judi Dench on Friday 10 May for exclusive, one-off fundraising event - Shakespeare: Judi Dench in conversation with Brendan O’Hea. Check out photos here!
Newbury’s The Watermill Theatre welcomed Dame Judi Dench on Friday 10 May for exclusive, one-off fundraising event - Shakespeare: Judi Dench in conversation with Brendan O’Hea. Check out photos here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 15, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Kara Lindsay & More to Join 2024 WP Theater Gala
WP Theater has revealed the presenters and performers for its 2024 Annual Gala. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
WP Theater has revealed the presenters and performers for its 2024 Annual Gala. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Judi Dench Criticizes Use of Trigger Warnings: 'If You're That Sensitive, Don't Go to the Theatre'
Judi Dench is the latest performer to speak out on the topic of the usage of trigger warnings in the theater. Dench expressed her understanding for the reason why they are used, before going on to criticize people who need them.
Judi Dench is the latest performer to speak out on the topic of the usage of trigger warnings in the theater. Dench expressed her understanding for the reason why they are used, before going on to criticize people who need them.
Chickenshed Theatre Celebrates Its 50th Year
As part of Chickenshed's 50th year celebrations, the company will embark on a new heritage project, Echoes, which will keep alive the stories of those who have contributed to Chickenshed's past, and preserve Chickenshed's heritage for future generations to come.
As part of Chickenshed's 50th year celebrations, the company will embark on a new heritage project, Echoes, which will keep alive the stories of those who have contributed to Chickenshed's past, and preserve Chickenshed's heritage for future generations to come.
Cast Set For First Reading of MAKE ME at Norfolk & Norwich Festival
HighTide has announced full casting for the first reading of Make Me to be performed as part of the Norfolk & Norwich Festival on 16 May.
HighTide has announced full casting for the first reading of Make Me to be performed as part of the Norfolk & Norwich Festival on 16 May.
Video: Dame Judi Dench Talks Shakespeare and Her New Book on CBS MORNINGS
Judi Dench and her colleague Brendan O’Hea stopped by CBS Mornings on Wednesday to discuss her new book, Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent. In the interview, the two artists talked about the many hours of conversations that they had gathering material for her book, which details the many Shakespeare roles she has played throughout her career. Watch the interview here!
Judi Dench and her colleague Brendan O’Hea stopped by CBS Mornings on Wednesday to discuss her new book, Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent. In the interview, the two artists talked about the many hours of conversations that they had gathering material for her book, which details the many Shakespeare roles she has played throughout her career. Watch the interview here!
FROM THE BACK OF THE HOUSE Memoir Of A Broadway Theatre Manager, To Be Published In June
Dan Landon was a Broadway theatre manager for nearly 40 years, working on more than 9000 performances of 50 shows. He has written his memoir, From the Back of the House, which will be published by Ibis Books on June 13, 2024.
Dan Landon was a Broadway theatre manager for nearly 40 years, working on more than 9000 performances of 50 shows. He has written his memoir, From the Back of the House, which will be published by Ibis Books on June 13, 2024.
Dame Judi Dench Launches £600,000 Appeal To Build Rehearsal Block, Band Room And Offices at The Mill at Sonning Theatre
Dame Judi Dench spearheads a £600,000 fundraising campaign to enhance THE MILL AT SONNING THEATRE with a new rehearsal block, band room, and offices, aiming to further enrich the theatre's offerings.
Dame Judi Dench spearheads a £600,000 fundraising campaign to enhance THE MILL AT SONNING THEATRE with a new rehearsal block, band room, and offices, aiming to further enrich the theatre's offerings.
In a Deconstructed and Immersive Production CABARET KIT KAT CLUB Opens in Brazil
In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920's draw to a close, a garish MC welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee's bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich.
In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920's draw to a close, a garish MC welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee's bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich.
Interview: 'It's Going to Feel Like A Festival in A Few Hours': Director Jimmy Fairhurst and Actor Les Dennis on TWELFTH NIGHT at Shakespeare North Playhouse
Directed by Jimmy Fairhurst and starring Les Dennis as Malvolio, Not Too Tame return to the Shakespeare North Playhouse this summer, with an exciting new production of Twelfth Night.
Directed by Jimmy Fairhurst and starring Les Dennis as Malvolio, Not Too Tame return to the Shakespeare North Playhouse this summer, with an exciting new production of Twelfth Night.
Biko's Manna & Mfundo Comes to Arena Stage This Week
The viral sensations Biko’s Manna & Mfundo last seen on The Jennifer Hudson Show in their world premiere solo concert will be appearing at Arena Stages’ Kogod Cradle Theater on April 3rd and 4th at 7:30pm for DC Jazz Fest.
The viral sensations Biko’s Manna & Mfundo last seen on The Jennifer Hudson Show in their world premiere solo concert will be appearing at Arena Stages’ Kogod Cradle Theater on April 3rd and 4th at 7:30pm for DC Jazz Fest.
Video: Luis Alfaro & Jon Fosse Deliver International World Theatre Day Message 2024
The Global Theater Initiative is inviting all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 62nd annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2024.
The Global Theater Initiative is inviting all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 62nd annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2024.
Eddie Izzard Brings HAMLET to Chicago Next Month
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced an addition to the season: Tony Award-nominated actor Eddie Izzard brings her celebrated solo theatrical performance of Hamlet to Chicago, direct from a triple-extended New York run at the Orpheum and Greenwich House Theaters and prior to launching a highly anticipated London transfer at Riverside Studios.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has announced an addition to the season: Tony Award-nominated actor Eddie Izzard brings her celebrated solo theatrical performance of Hamlet to Chicago, direct from a triple-extended New York run at the Orpheum and Greenwich House Theaters and prior to launching a highly anticipated London transfer at Riverside Studios.
WP Gala Will Honor Sutton Foster, LaChanze, and Anne Quart; Hosted by Eden Espinosa
The honorees have been revealed for the WP Theater 2024 Annual Gala, which include Sutton Foster, LaChanze, and Anne Quart. The event will be hosted by Eden Espinosa at The Edison Ballroom on Monday, May 20, 2024.
The honorees have been revealed for the WP Theater 2024 Annual Gala, which include Sutton Foster, LaChanze, and Anne Quart. The event will be hosted by Eden Espinosa at The Edison Ballroom on Monday, May 20, 2024.
Eddie Izzard's HAMLET Begins Performances at The Orpheum Theatre Tomorrow
Following its run at the Greenwich House Theater, Eddie Izzard’s performance of Shakespeare’s Hamlet moves to New York’s Orpheum Theatre and begins there tomorrow. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Following its run at the Greenwich House Theater, Eddie Izzard’s performance of Shakespeare’s Hamlet moves to New York’s Orpheum Theatre and begins there tomorrow. Learn how to purchase tickets.
24 Theater Books for Your Spring 2024 Reading List
Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.
Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.
Judi Dench Will Appear in Conversation at The Watermill This May
Shakespeare: Judi Dench in conversation with Brendan O’Hea will take place at The Watermill on Friday 10 May at 2.30pm and will see Dame Judi Dench come to the theatre to give a unique insight into her illustrious career,
Shakespeare: Judi Dench in conversation with Brendan O’Hea will take place at The Watermill on Friday 10 May at 2.30pm and will see Dame Judi Dench come to the theatre to give a unique insight into her illustrious career,
Review: FANNY at Elysian Theatre
The success of Fanny doesn’t lie in the nuance or perspective the straightforward script lends to this historical figure, but rather in the eclectic smattering of talents artfully gathered and showcased by the piece.
The success of Fanny doesn’t lie in the nuance or perspective the straightforward script lends to this historical figure, but rather in the eclectic smattering of talents artfully gathered and showcased by the piece.
Eddie Izzard's Solo HAMLET to Move to Orpheum Theater for Four Week Extension
Following its run at the Greenwich House Theater, Eddie Izzard's performance of Shakespeare's Hamlet will move to New York's Orpheum Theatre beginning on Tuesday, March 19 for a four-week extension through April 14. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Following its run at the Greenwich House Theater, Eddie Izzard's performance of Shakespeare's Hamlet will move to New York's Orpheum Theatre beginning on Tuesday, March 19 for a four-week extension through April 14. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Judi Dench FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Judi Dench been in?
Judi Dench has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Judi Dench been in?
Judi Dench has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.
What was Judi Dench's first West End show?
Judi Dench's first West End show was Cabaret which opened in 1968
What awards has Judi Dench been nominated for?
Judi Dench has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the Olivier Awards for "The Winter's Tale," Best Actress for "Peter And Alice," and Best Performance in a Supporting Role for "All's Well That Ends Well." She also received the Lebedev Special Award at the Evening Standard Awards and was recognized as Outstanding Actress - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Lindsay Duncan. Dench's nominations also include Best Actress for "Filumena," Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Amy's View," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for the same production. Additionally, she was nominated for Best Actress for "Amy's View" at the Olivier Awards, Best Actress in a Musical for "A Little Night Music," and Best Actress for "The Gift Of The Gorgon, RSC." Dench's nominations also extend to Best Director of a Musical for "The Boys From Syracuse," Actress of the Year for "Antony And Cleopatra," Actress of the Year in a New Play for "Pack Of Lies" and "Other Places," and Actress of the Year in a Revival for "The Importance Of Being Earnest," "Juno And The Paycock, RSC," and "Macbeth."
What awards has Judi Dench won?
Judi Dench has won several awards throughout her career, including Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the Olivier Awards for The Winter's Tale, the Lebedev Special Award at the Evening Standard Awards, Outstanding Actress - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Lindsay Duncan, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Amy's View, Best Actress in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for A Little Night Music, Actress of the Year at the Olivier Awards for Antony And Cleopatra, Actress of the Year in a New Play at the Olivier Awards for Pack Of Lies, and Actress of the Year in a Revival at the Olivier Awards for Juno And The Paycock (RSC) and Macbeth.
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