Guy Woolf

Guy is an actor, director and composer based in London.

Guy is currently performing in NELL GWYNN at Shakespeare North Playhouse. He is playing the role of Charles II.

Guy’s credits include THE LAST FIVE YEARS (Whatsonstage Award Nominated; Reading Rep, Barn Theatre, Theatre Royal Bath), AS YOU LIKE IT (The Globe), YANKL AND THE BEANSTALK (The Pleasance), THE CHER SHOW (UK & ROI Tour Original Cast, directed by Dame Arlene Phillips), DENIM (Soho Theatre, Arts Theatre, British Summer Time @ Hyde Park, Glastonbury and Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club with Florence and the Machine, the Underbelly Edinburgh Fringe and others), BECOMING ELECTRA: A QUEER MITZVAH (Nottingham Playhouse, Hope Mill Theatre, the Roundhouse, the Other Palace and others), BROKEN TOYS (Cervantes Theatre), 3 GUYS NAKED FROM THE WAIST DOWN (Finborough Theatre), THRILL ME (The English Theatre of Hamburg and Jermyn Street Theatre), THE TEMPEST (Waterloo East), Cain in CHILDREN OF EDEN (Union Theatre), THYESTES (Courtyard Theatre), MEASURE FOR MEASURE (Jackson’s Lane), Romeo in ROMEO AND JULIET (Bridewell Theatre) TRIGONOMETRY and AS YOU WRITE IT for the BBC.

Reviews for Nell Gwynn

“But Nell’s feelings for King Charles do feel real, and we believe that Guy Woolf’s funny and charming Charles – despite being a feckless, horny, posh boy – really does love her, too.” The Stage ★★★

“Guy Woolf’s Charles II ranges magnificently from spoiled brat to heartbroken lover, joyfully picking up laughs along the way.”  What’s Onstage ★★★★

“King Charles II himself, played with such conviction and emotional scope by the wonderful Guy Woolf.” Cheshire Live  ★★★★★

“When he first arrives, Charles displays the kind of foppish qualities that reminds one of King George III in Hamilton but Woolf’s performance really digs deep and helps turn him into the surprise package of the play, with unexpected depths revealed through his relationship with Nell. At first, one is convinced this liaison is motivated by lust on his part and fortune hunting on hers but it gradually becomes clear this unlikely match is based on genuine love and affection.” Cheshire Live ★★★★★

Reviews for THE LAST FIVE YEARS

“Kirby and Woolf capture all the joy and pain of a relationship that bursts into life and then crashes irrevocably on the rocks of divorce. There’s a gutsy reality to the performances, shored up by some exceptional vocal talent.” The Stage ★★★★

“Guy Woolf moves with a stylised grace and has a splendid voice. “The Schmuel Song” is one of many highlights.” British Theatre Guide

“He is very charismatic in his delivery. Very playful… Full of great acting choices and vocal choices” Mickey Jo Theatre ★★★★★

“The brilliant Guy Woolf as Jamie, who is a cheeky and charismatic presence.” Theatre Fan

“Woolf as the charismatic and ambitious Jamie is animated with a large stage presence that ripples over the audience instantly, making him a lovable character. Yet it’s in his darker moments where …Woolf really shines. Woolf’s vocals are stunning throughout” Adventures in Theatreland ★★★★★