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Simon McBurney - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 25, 1957 |
|---|---|
| Age | 68 |
| Birthplace | Cambridge, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Simon McBurney's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Founder of the theatre company Complicite, and performances in 'The Theory of Everything', 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy', and roles in 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1', and 'Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation'. |
Intro
Simon McBurney is an English actor, writer, and director, best known as the founder of the theatre company Complicite and for his acclaimed performances in film, television, and on stage.
Early Life & Background
Simon McBurney was born in Cambridge, England. He is the son of Charles McBurney, an American archaeologist, and Anne Francis Edmondstone, a secretary. He attended Repton School and later studied English literature at the University of Cambridge.
Career Highlights
- Founded the theatre company Complicite in 1983.
- Directed and performed in numerous acclaimed stage productions, often noted for their inventive use of multimedia and physical theatre.
- Acted in films such as 'The Theory of Everything' (2014), 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' (2011), 'Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation' (2015), and 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1' (2010).
- Received numerous nominations and awards for his theatre work, including Laurence Olivier and Tony nominations.
Trivia
- McBurney is known for blending traditional theatre techniques with new technologies and physical performance.
- He was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2005 for his services to drama.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Simon McBurney?
Simon McBurney is 68 years old.
When was Simon McBurney born?
Simon McBurney was born the 25 August 1957.
Where is Simon McBurney from?
Cambridge, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About August 25th, 1957, in brief:
- Day of the week: August 25th, 1957 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley
- #1 UK song: All Shook Up by Elvis Presley
- Popular movie: Old Yeller directed by Robert Stevenson
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