Sidney Kean

Sidney Kean

75 · Born: Oct 1, 1950

Personal Details

BornOct 1, 1950 London, England, UK

Biography

Sidney John Kean, a renowned thespian, was born on October 1, 1950, in the vibrant city of London, UK. Throughout his illustrious career, spanning over five decades, Sidney has made a significant impact in the world of theatre, cinema, television, and radio.

With an impressive range of skills, Sidney is equally adept at navigating various genres, from the stage to the screen. His remarkable ability to pick up accents and dialects from around the world has earned him a reputation for making them sound natural and authentic.

Sidney's early years in the Reps and National Tours played a pivotal role in shaping his craft, as he learned the importance of deliberate observation and listening. This skill, often attributed to the best actors, has become a hallmark of Sidney's performances.

Not only is Sidney gifted with superb comic timing, but he also possesses a captivating stage presence that has earned him a reputation as a breeze to work with. His extensive credits include a wide range of theatrical roles, from the works of Agatha Christie and Shakespeare to lighthearted comedy and dark tragedy.

Sidney's work has taken him on numerous national and international tours, allowing him to collaborate with some of the finest actors and directors of his generation, including the legendary Rod Steiger and Sir Lawrence Olivier.

Career

2022
Chapel of Rest
Chapel of Rest as Father Jones
2019
2018
2016
2015
Orthodox
Orthodox as Saul Levy
2012
2008
2002
2001
Revelation
Revelation as Europolitician
Doc Martin
Doc Martin as Maitre’D (uncredited)
1998
Hanuman
Hanuman as Roberto
1989
1985
Lifeforce
Lifeforce as Brash Guard
1979
1972
Savage Messiah
Savage Messiah as Annoyed Man In Library (uncredited)
Up the Front
Up the Front as Singing Soldier (uncredited)