Allan Corduner

Biography

Allan Corduner, born on April 2, 1950, is a notable English actor whose roots trace back to Stockholm, where he was born to a German mother and a Russo-Finnish father. Raised in a secular Jewish family in London, he cultivated his passion for the arts by obtaining a BA (Hons) in English and Drama from Bristol University, followed by training at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. Corduner boasts a rich career spanning stage, television, and film, with significant work in both the UK and the United States. His distinctive voice has become well-known through numerous BBC radio plays, audiobooks, and television documentaries.

Corduner's cinematic journey began with his role in Yentl alongside Barbra Streisand. Among his 44 films, he is particularly recognized for his performance as Sir Arthur Sullivan in Mike Leigh's acclaimed film Topsy-Turvy. In his personal life, he is married to Juha Leppäjärvi, a dedicated yoga instructor. Corduner's diverse body of work and talent have made him a respected figure in the performing arts.