Sian Thomas

Sian Thomas

71 · Born: Sep 20, 1953

Personal Details

BornSep 20, 1953 Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, England, UK
Relatives
  • Sara Mair-Thomas (Sibling)

Biography

Sian was born in Stratford-on-Avon, a fitting origin for a stage performer, given her connection to the world of theatre. Interestingly, she is the sister of fellow actress Sara Mair-Thomas, which likely influenced her early exposure to the performing arts.

Sian's childhood was marked by a stint in Canada, a significant experience that would shape her perspective and inform her artistic endeavors. Following her graduation from the Central School of Speech and Drama, she embarked on a year-long repertory journey, honing her craft and developing her skills.

A pivotal moment in her career arrived when she spent two years at the Glasgow Citizens' Theatre, a period she describes as one of the happiest times of her life. This formative experience laid the foundation for her subsequent success, as she went on to make her debut as "Katarina" in the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of "The Taming of the Shrew".

Sian's impressive stage credits include collaborations with leading theatre groups, such as the National Theatre, where she met her partner, the director and writer Tony Harrison. One of her most notable roles was alongside Madonna in the American performer's West End debut in "Up For Grabs". While some critics may have perceived her as stealing the spotlight, Sian herself recalls the experience as enjoyable and would welcome the opportunity to work with Madonna again.

In addition to her stage work, Sian has appeared in various television mystery thrillers, including "Midsomer Murders" (1997),"Taggart" (1983),and "The Bill" (1984). Like many British actors, she has navigated the familiar terrain of these popular programs, showcasing her versatility and range as a performer.

Career

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2019
Widow's Walk
Widow's Walk as additional voice
{"id":134297,"title":"The Conductor","year":"2018","character":"Mother Frank","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-conductor-2018","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2j8qs9sen810.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2j8qs9sen810.jpg"},"released":1}
2018
The Conductor
The Conductor as Mother Frank
{"id":117005,"title":"Finding Your Feet","year":"2017","character":"Lilly Glover","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/finding-your-feet","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1de58nq0qh70.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1de58nq0qh70.jpg"},"released":1}
2017
Finding Your Feet
Finding Your Feet as Lilly Glover
{"id":102845,"title":"War Machine","year":"2017","character":"Edith May","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/war-machine-2017","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5dk9rrej7d80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5dk9rrej7d80.jpg"},"released":1}
War Machine
War Machine as Edith May
{"id":96969,"title":"Shooting Clerks","year":"2016","character":"Jason's Lady Friend","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shooting-clerks","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96969.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96969.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
Shooting Clerks
Shooting Clerks as Jason's Lady Friend
{"id":144986,"title":"Under Milk Wood","year":"2014","character":"Mrs. Dai Bread Two","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/under-milk-wood-2014","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_144986.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_144986.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
Under Milk Wood
Under Milk Wood as Mrs. Dai Bread Two
{"id":304,"title":"Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix","year":"2007","character":"Amelia Bones","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/harry-potter-and-the-order-of-the-phoenix","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3jbs0vmc1cjg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3jbs0vmc1cjg.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":8775,"title":"Inspector Lewis","year":2007,"character":"Ingrid Nielson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/inspector-lewis","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8775.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8775.jpg"},"released":1}
Inspector Lewis
Inspector Lewis as Ingrid Nielson
{"id":148732,"title":"The Ruby in the Smoke","year":"2006","character":"Mrs Rees","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-ruby-in-the-smoke","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_148732.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_148732.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
{"id":13059,"title":"Perfume: The Story of a Murderer","year":"2006","character":"Madame Gaillard","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/perfume-the-story-of-a-murderer","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2o8flm4g79bg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2o8flm4g79bg.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":103833730,"title":"Vanity Fair","year":1998,"character":"Lady Steyne","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/vanity-fair-1998","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103833730.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103833730.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
Vanity Fair
Vanity Fair as Lady Steyne
{"id":57893,"title":"A Mind to Murder","year":"1995","character":"Dr. Saxon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-mind-to-murder","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_57893.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_57893.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
A Mind to Murder
A Mind to Murder as Dr. Saxon
{"id":103834306,"title":"Shakespeare: The Animated Tales","year":1994,"character":"Desdemona","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/shakespeare-the-animated-tales","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834306.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834306.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
{"id":158071,"title":"Screen One","year":"1993","character":"Aileen Armitage","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/screen-one-1993","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158071.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158071.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Screen One
Screen One as Aileen Armitage
{"id":9996,"title":"Taggart","year":1992,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/taggart","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9996.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9996.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
{"id":103834322,"title":"Stanley and the Women","year":1991,"character":"Lindsey Lucas","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/stanley-and-the-women","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834322.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834322.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Stanley and the Women
Stanley and the Women as Lindsey Lucas
{"id":8201,"title":"Erik the Viking","year":"1989","character":"Thorhild the Sarcastic","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/erik-the-viking","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/40uehdmjt0h0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/40uehdmjt0h0.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Erik the Viking
Erik the Viking as Thorhild the Sarcastic
{"id":5508,"title":"Prick Up Your Ears","year":"1987","character":"Marilyn Orton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/prick-up-your-ears","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/72dtmn456rh0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/72dtmn456rh0.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Prick Up Your Ears
Prick Up Your Ears as Marilyn Orton