In Angels of America, Lane inherits the role of Roy Cohn – a closeted, power-hungry right-wing attorney who succumbs to the peril of AIDS – made famous onscreen by Al Pacino and on Broadway by Ron Leibman. Over the course of the play’s two parts, Cohn (as written by Kushner) more...
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Arun Blair-Mangat's impressive theatre resume includes a notable performance in "Angels in America," which was also captured for "National Theatre Live." more...
Susan Brown, who brought her extensive stage experience to "Angels in America," is well-known for her roles in prominent plays such as "Husbands & Sons" at the National Theatre and "Romeo and Juliet" with the Royal Shakespeare Company, as well as her television appearance as Septa Mordane in "Game of Thrones." more...
Andrew Garfield, an Academy Award-nominated actor known for his transformative performances, recently captivated audiences with his portrayal of Prior Walter in the National Theatre's production of "Angels in America," directed by Tony Award-winning Marianne Elliott. more...
Denise Gough's portrayal of Harper in Marianne Elliot's revival of Tony Kushner's *Angels in America* at the National Theatre in 2017 earned her the 2018 Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role, a performance she later reprised for the Broadway transfer in February 2018. more...
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Nathan Lane, a celebrated actor with a career spanning over four decades, won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for his portrayal of Roy Cohn in Tony Kushner's "Angels in America" in 2018. more...
Amanda Lawrence, known for her extensive work in theatre, captivated audiences with her performance in the National Theatre's production of Angels in America. more...
James McArdle, who received universal acclaim for his title role in James I: The Key Will Keep The Lock at the National Theatre, continued to impress audiences with his performance in Angels in America before moving on to star in the feature film Mary Queen Of Scots. more...
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Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, known for his role in the National Theatre's production of Angels in America, has an extensive theatre background including performances in The Pitchfork Disney and The History Boys. more...
Russell Tovey, known for his role as Rudge in the National Theatre's production of The History Boys, brings his extensive theatre experience to Angels in America, having previously graced the stage in productions such as Howard Katz and Henry V at the National Theatre. more...
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Awards and Nominations
2018 Olivier Awards
Best Actor: Andrew Garfield was nominated but did not win.
Best Actor In A Supporting Role: James McArdle was nominated but did not win.
Best Actress In A Supporting Role: Denise Gough won.
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