Walter Massey

Walter Massey

Deceased · Born: Aug 19, 1928 · Died: Aug 4, 2014

Personal Details

BornAug 19, 1928 Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Biography

Noted Quebec-based actor, whose illustrious career spanned an impressive five decades, began with formal training at the prestigious Professional Broadway Workshops under the guidance of renowned instructors Harold Clurman and Sanford Meisner.

Throughout his extensive career, he had the opportunity to work in both the United States and Canada, with notable credits including collaborations with esteemed organizations such as Joseph Papp's NY Shakespeare Festival.

In addition to his work in the United States, he was also a fixture on the Canadian stage, performing with numerous prominent companies, including the Bulldog, National Arts Centre, and Centaur Theatre, Montreal.

Beyond his work as a performer, he was a visionary entrepreneur, co-founding the King's Theatre in Prince Edward Island, the Piggery Theatre, and Playwrights Workshop, providing valuable opportunities for fellow artists and contributing to the growth of the Canadian arts community.

Furthermore, he was a dedicated advocate for the rights and interests of Canadian actors, serving as a founding member of Canadian Actors' Equity and dedicating over 34 years to the governing bodies of both the local and national associations, leaving a lasting legacy in the process.

Career

2009
The Velveteen Rabbit
The Velveteen Rabbit as Dr. Marcus Kennedy
2008
Secrets of the Summer House
Secrets of the Summer House as George III Wickersham
2007
2006
My First Wedding
My First Wedding as Ojciec James
2005
2003
2002
The Stork Derby
The Stork Derby as Mr.Walden
Dead Silent
Dead Silent as Nate Henderson
1998
Lassie
Lassie as Dr. Donald Stewart
1994
1993
David Copperfield
David Copperfield as Doctor (voice)
1990
Whispers
Whispers as Bank Manager
1989
Jacknife
Jacknife as Ed Buckman
1988
State Park
State Park as Rancewell
1987
Zombie Nightmare
Zombie Nightmare as Mr. Peters
1986
1985
Eternal Evil
Eternal Evil as John Westmore
1984
Evil Judgment
Evil Judgment as Ron / Robertson
Mrs. Soffel
Mrs. Soffel as District Attorney
1983
1982
Hard Feelings
Hard Feelings as Mr. Fitch
1981
Black Mirror
Black Mirror as Julie's Father
Happy Birthday to Me
Happy Birthday to Me as Conventioneer Leader
Blood Relatives
Blood Relatives as M. Lowery
1969
Don't Let the Angels Fall
Don't Let the Angels Fall as Police Sergeant