Sheila Hancock Biography

Biography for Sheila Hancock

Sheila Hancock is a well known and loved British actress. She has a wealth of acting experience in stage, film and television. Sheial Hancock was born in 1933 on The Isle of Wight, England. She attended The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and the Dartford County Grammar School.

Sheila Hancock's first marriage was to the actor Alec Ross. They were married from 1954 until Alec died in 1971 from cancer. Sheila Hancock and Alec Ross had a daughter together. Sheila and Alec's daughter, Melanie, was born in 1964. Sheila later married the popular British actor John Thaw. The two were married in 1973. John Thaw adopted Sheila's daughter, Melanie and she took his name. Sheila Hancock and John Thaw had one daughter together. Joanna Thaw was born in 1974. Both Melanie and Joanna have become actresses.

In addition to losing both of her husbands to cancer, Sheila herself is a survivor of breast cancer. Sheila Hancock is involved in a number of charitable projects. She is a patron of The Food Chain, a London based HIV charity. Sheila has also served as a spokesperson for Cancer BACUP.

In 1974 Sheila Hancock was awarded an OBE for her services to drama. She was also the first female artistic director at the RSC. Sheila Hancock recently published an emotional autobiography detailing her life with John Thaw. The book was a success and entitled 'The Two of Us - My Life with John Thaw.'

Stage Career and Filmography

During the 5 decades of her long-running career, Sheila Hancock has appeared in over 40 films. Sheila was particularly successful in film acting during the 1960s with roles in now classic films such as 'Carry on Cleo' (1964) and 'Night Must Fall' (1964).

Sheila Hancock has performed in both big-screen and small screen films. Sheila has also appeared in major television shows including, Doctor Who' and 'Eastenders.' Recently Sheila Hancock has appeared in 'Richard & Judy,' Dawn French's 'Girls Who Do: Comedy,' 'Saturday Night with Miriam' and 'The Paul O'Grady Show.'

Sheila Hancock's film credits include:

2004: Yes
2002: Bait
1999: Alice in Wonderland
1998: Hold Back the Night
1994: A Business Affiar
1990: Three Men and a Little Lady
1989: Hawks
1988: Buster
1987: The Love Child
1968: The Anniversary
1967: How I Won the War
1964: Night Must Fall
1964: Carry On Cleo

Recent Projects:

Sheila has previously performed in many plays and musicals. Sheila is looking forward to returning to musical theatre again with her latest role in Cabaret. She is also in the process of creating a new comedy show and writing a book.

Sheila Hancock will take on the role of Frau Schneider in successful West End show, Cabaret. Sheila Hancock will be performing in the London production for a limited time only. Book your Cabaret tickets to see this incredible British actress at the Lyric Theatre in Shaftesbury.

Book London theatre breaks with Holiday Extras^® to see the dazzling and decadent London show, Cabaret at The Lyric Theatre in the West End.

Please be advised: we cannot guarantee that Sheila Hancock will appear in every performance

Relevant Information for Cabaret - The London Show

Cabaret
The spectacular musical Cabaret has returned to London's West End, book with Holiday Extras to catch the return of this classic show

Cabaret Music
Bouncing beats, 30's orchestral percussion, pianos and strings make this musical entertaining and at times dazzling. The 30's "golden era" of music is reflected in the tone and rhythm of the musical every note is perfectly played

Cabaret - Dinner at L'Escargot
L'Escargot's sumptous French cuisine confirms this restaurant's status as a premier dining location. There are a number of excellent, classic dishes on offer as well as a number of mouthwatering new dishes

Lyric Shaftesbury Theatre
After opening in 1888 the Lyric initially staged light operattas before opening its doors to a wider audience with light comedies and straight dramas

Holiday Extras established in 1983 is the UK market leader for airport parking and airport hotels reservations. Handling more than 1.5m bookings each year, we pride ourselves in offering the best products, the best service and above

Getting To The Airport:
News:
For The Trip:
Short Breaks:
Help With Your Booking:
Company:

Help &
Support

Sheila Hancock Biography