Greer Garson

Greer Garson was a stage and film actress - best known for her 1940's MGM motion picture career. At 29, she appeared as a member of the Ensemble in the 1934 season at the Open Air Theatre, following a dispute saw her lose out on the role of Hermia in A Midsummer Night's Dream. Greer Garson would go on to be a seven-time Oscar nominee, matching Bette Davis in receiving the highest number of consecutive Best Actress Oscar nominations – five in total. She is also credited with the longest acceptance speech for her 1942 Oscar win (Best Actress for Mrs. Miniver).

Plays and roles

Romeo and Juliet (1934)

Ensemble

About Our Heritage

The award-winning Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre is a London landmark – a firm fixture of summer in the city, providing a cultural hub in the beautiful surroundings of a Royal Park.

This digital archive gives access to the theatre’s rich history for the first time. With over 80 years and 300 productions to cover, this archive will be added to as resources become available.

With thanks to The JCL Trust, the founding sponsor of the Open Air Theatre Heritage Project.

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