Bille Brown

Bille Brown was an Australian actor who is best known for his roles in “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader,” “The Dish,” and “Fierce Creatures.” He had a successful career in theatre and film, recognized for his contributions to the performing arts.

Personal and Family Life

Bille Brown was born on January 11, 1952, in Biloela, Queensland, Australia. He graduated from the University of Queensland with a degree in Drama. Throughout his career, he was involved in numerous productions, particularly with the Queensland Theatre Company. He also served as a visiting professor, sharing his knowledge and experience with students.

Career Highlights

Brown began his professional acting journey with the Queensland Theatre Company, where he took on several prominent Shakespearean roles. He later joined the Royal Shakespeare Company, becoming one of its few commissioned writers. His first play as a writer for the Royal Shakespeare Company was “The Swan Down Gloves,” which was performed for a Royal Command performance in 1982.

Death and Legacy

Bille Brown passed away on January 13, 2013, in Brisbane, Queensland, due to bowel cancer. He was honored twice in the Australian Honours System, receiving the Centenary Medal in 2001 and being named a Member of the Order of Australia in 2011 for his contributions to the arts and education. His work continues to inspire future generations of actors and playwrights.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader 2010-12-02 Coriakin
The Dish 2000-10-19 Prime Minister
3 Acts of Murder 2009-06-14 George Ritchie
The Man Who Sued God 2001-10-25 Gerry Ryan
Fierce Creatures 1997-01-23 Neville Coltrane
Dying Breed 2008-04-26 Harvey / Rowan
Killer Elite 2011-09-22 Colonel Fitz
Ved verdens ende 2009-10-09 James Hall
Passion 1999-07-01 John Grainger
Unfinished Sky 2007-08-04 Bob Potter
Serenades 2001-05-31 Pastor Hoffman
Oscar and Lucinda 1997-12-31 Percy Smith
BlackJack: In the Money 2005-09-11 Tez Miller
Curtin 2007-04-21 Robert Menzies
Black and White 2002-10-31 Thomas Playford
Silent Storm 2004-09-09 Hedley Marston
Dirty Deeds 2002-07-18 Senator
The Eye of the Storm 2011-09-15 Dudley
Heartbeat 1992-04-10 Sergeant Flaherty
Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries 2012-02-24 Bart Tarrant
White Collar Blue 2002-08-12 Tony Heron