Mark Umbers

Mark Umbers, a talented individual, was raised in the picturesque county of Yorkshire, England, where he developed a passion for the Classics. He further honed his skills at Oxford University, studying the subject with great enthusiasm. Umbers' early career was marked by his impressive performances on the London stage, where he took on iconic American roles with remarkable aplomb. One notable production was his portrayal of the Gentleman Caller in Rupert Goold's 2007 adaptation of Tennessee Williams' 'The Glass Menagerie', opposite the esteemed Jessica Lange. He also had the privilege of playing the lead role of Franklin Shepard in the highly acclaimed 2012 revival of Stephen Sondheim's 'Merrily We Roll Along', which was simultaneously filmed and released in cinemas. Umbers' early foray into film saw him starring alongside the talented Scarlett Johansson in Lions Gate's 'A Good Woman'. His television work is equally impressive, with notable roles in the BBC's 'Mistresses', ITV's Second World War drama 'Home Fires', and most recently, the series 'Hotel Portofino', where he stars alongside the accomplished Natascha McElhone.