John Wood

John Wood 5 July 1930 6 August 2011 was an English stage and screen actor known for his distinguished career in both classical and contemporary theater He was born on July 5 1930 in Derbyshire England Wood gained prominence as a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company where he performed in numerous Shakespearean productions Woods notable stage roles include performances in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead The Rivals and Travesties among many others He also appeared in various productions on Broadway earning critical acclaim for his performances in plays such as Amadeus and The Winslow Boy In addition to his stage work John Wood had a presence in film and television He starred in movies like WarGames 1983 and Chocolat 2000 His television credits include appearances in series such as The Avengers Inspector Morse and Midsomer Murders John Wood was highly regarded for his exceptional acting talent particularly his ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance He received several awards throughout his career including a Tony Award for his performance in Travesties and a Laurence Olivier Award for his work in The Philanthropist Sadly John Wood passed away on August 6 2011 in England leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances in the world of theater and film