Liz Robertson
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- May 4, 1954 in Ilford, Essex, England, UK
- Active Years
- 1975–2021 (47 Years)
- Total Credits
- 9 credits in database
Biography
Liz Robertson is an English actress and singer born on May 4, 1954, in Ilford, Essex, England. She is recognized for her work in theatre, television, and film, with credits including Blue Black Permanent, The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall, and Opéra de Toulon's Follies. She is especially well known for her performances as Madame Giry, having originated the role in Love Never Dies at the Adelphi Theatre, as well as playing the character in The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre and in The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall. Additionally, she starred as Velma Von Tussle in the musical Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre. She is the widow of playwright and lyricist Alan Jay Lerner.
Career overview
Liz Robertson is an English actress and singer born on May 4, 1954, in Ilford, Essex, England. She is widely known for her stage performances, particularly her role as Madame Giry. She originated the role of Madame Giry in the original cast of Love Never Dies at the Adelphi Theatre and has also performed the role in The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre and in The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall in 2011. Additionally, she starred as Velma Von Tussle in the musical Hairspray at the Shaftesbury Theatre and performed in the Donmar's production of Committee as Cheryl Gillan.
In addition to her theatre work, Robertson has screen credits including the 1992 film Blue Black Permanent and Opéra de Toulon's Follies in 2013. She has also performed a cabaret entitled Lerner Without. Outside of her professional career, she is the widow of playwright and lyricist Alan Jay Lerner.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
9 titles- Cameron Mackintosh - The First 50 Years (2021) as Self
- Speechless (2016) as Frances
- Follies (2013) as Phyllis
- The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall (2011) as Madame Giry
- The Green Green Grass (2005) as Lucinda
- Hey, Mr. Producer! The Musical World of Cameron Mackintosh (1998) as Eliza Doolittle
- Nureyev: Dancing Through Darkness (1997) as Self
- Blue Black Permanent (1992) as Mary Kelday
- The Good Life (1975) as Eileen
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Liz Robertson best known for?
Liz Robertson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Speechless (2016), Mickey Mouse Funhouse (2021), The Good Life (1975).
When and where was Liz Robertson born?
Liz Robertson was born on May 4, 1954 in Ilford, Essex, England, UK.
How many credits does Liz Robertson have?
Liz Robertson has accumulated over 9 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2021.
What is Liz Robertson's background in cinema and television?
Liz Robertson is an English actress and singer born on May 4, 1954, in Ilford, Essex, England. She is recognized for her work in theatre, television, and film, with credits including Blue Black Permanent, The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall, and Opéra de Toulon's Follies. She is especially well known for ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Good Life (1975) as Eileen — aged about 21
- Speechless (2016) as Frances — aged about 62
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