Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen stars in An Ark off Broadway at The Shed from January 9 to March 1, 2026. Please note that McKellen's performance is voiceover-only; the actor will not physically appear.

Gandalf, Magneto, and King Lear: Sir Ian McKellen is known as one of the greatest classical stage actors of his generation who has also broken into pop culture with his fantasy roles. Appearing in franchises like X-Men and The Lord of the Rings, he is one of the world's most recognizable actors.

His stage credits include the title roles in Shakespeare's King Lear, Macbeth, and Richard III, and McKellen has received numerous awards throughout his career, including Olivier Awards, a Tony Award for Amadeus, and a knighthood for his services to performing arts. He is also a two-time Oscar nominee and five-time Emmy nominee.