Mark Shanahan
Latest News on Mark Shanahan:
NETTA & RU World Premiere and More Set for Dobama Theatre 2026/27 Season (Apr 8, 2026)
The Orinda Starlight Village Players Will Perform Agatha Christie's THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD (Mar 31, 2026)
Westport Country Playhouse Will Stage PRIMARY TRUST in April (Mar 26, 2026)
NETTA & RU World Premiere and More Set for Dobama Theatre 2026/27 Season (Apr 8, 2026)
The Orinda Starlight Village Players Will Perform Agatha Christie's THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD (Mar 31, 2026)
Westport Country Playhouse Will Stage PRIMARY TRUST in April (Mar 26, 2026)
BIO
Additional credits include:
The Hollow
The Alley Theatre, Houston, TX
2013
Role: John Christow
Tryst
Hartford TheaterWorks, Hartford, CT
2012
Role: George Love
Tryst
Irish Rep, New York City
2011
Role: George Love
Tryst
Merrimack Rep, Lowell, MA
2010
Role: George Love
The Shaughraun
Irish Rep, New York City
2011
Role: Captain Molineaux
Mrs Mannerly
Penguin Rep, Stony Point, NY
2010
Role: Jeffrey
Harvey
The Alley Theatre, Houston, TX.
2010
Role: Dr. Sanderson
Around The World in 80 Days
Westport Country Playhouse, Westport, CT
2009
Role: Phileas Fogg
David Copperfield
Westport Country Playhouse, Westport, CT.
2005
Role: David Copperfield
Hitchcock Blonde
The Alley Theatre, Houston, TX.
2007
Role: Alex
Treasure Island
The Alley Theatre
Houston TX
2007
Sedition
Westport Country Playhouse, Westport, CT.
2007
Role: Cassidy
Witness For The Prosecution
The Alley Theatre, Houston TX.
2006
Role: Leonard Vole
Journey's End
Westport Country Playhouse, Westport, CT
2005
Role: Stanhope
The Internationalist
13P, New York City.
2004
Role: Lowell
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Lily Kanter Riopelle, David Staller, Msys Barbon and Nathan Johnson with tonight's cast that includes- PJ Adzime, Ben Davis, Christopher Innvar, Ty Jones, Robert Elijah Kollman, R.J. Foster, Rob McClure, Sean McIntyre, John-Andrew Morrison, Patrick Page, Madeline Seidman, Mark Shanahan and Paco Tolson
Date:
05/13/2025
From: Photos: Project Shaw Presents SAINT JOAN at The Theatre at the Museum of Arts and Design
Director Lily Kanter Riopelle and David Staller with tonight's cast that includes- PJ Adzime, Ben Davis, Christopher Innvar, Ty Jones, Robert Elijah Kollman, R.J. Foster, Rob McClure, Sean McIntyre, John-Andrew Morrison, Patrick Page, Madeline Seidman, Mark Shanahan and Paco Tolson
Date:
05/13/2025
From: Photos: Project Shaw Presents SAINT JOAN at The Theatre at the Museum of Arts and Design
Tonight's Cast-Mark Shanahan, Thom Sesma, Dan Domingues, Rebecca Luker, George Dvorsky, Max von Essen, Tony Sheldon, Frank C. DiLella, James Donegan, Daniel Marconi, Aaron Lee Battle, Evan Zes and Jeffrey Omura
Date:
10/24/2017
From: Photo Coverage: Project Shaw Presents CAPTAIN BRASSBOUND'S CONVERSION
David Staller, Mark Shanahan, Thom Sesma, Dan Domingues, Rebecca Luker, George Dvorsky, Max von Essen, Tony Sheldon, Frank C. DiLella, James Donegan, Daniel Marconi, Aaron Lee Battle, Evan Zes and Jeffrey Omura
Date:
10/24/2017
From: Photo Coverage: Project Shaw Presents CAPTAIN BRASSBOUND'S CONVERSION
Stage Managers Kristin Bodall and Christine . Colonna join with the cast-Mark Shanahan, Thom Sesma, Dan Domingues, Rebecca Luker, George Dvorsky, Max von Essen, Tony Sheldon, Frank C. DiLella, James Donegan, Daniel Marconi, Aaron Lee Battle, Evan Zes and
Date:
10/24/2017
From: Photo Coverage: Project Shaw Presents CAPTAIN BRASSBOUND'S CONVERSION
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Roundabout Production, 2008
Richard Hannay (Understudy)
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Video: Watch Highlights from A SHERLOCK CAROL at Westport Country Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-12-19 18:09:13
News
NETTA & RU World Premiere and More Set for Dobama Theatre 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
Dobama Theatre has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring five area and world premiere plays, including the world premiere of Netta & Ru, the holiday show A Sherlock Carol, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
Dobama Theatre has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring five area and world premiere plays, including the world premiere of Netta & Ru, the holiday show A Sherlock Carol, and more.
The Orinda Starlight Village Players Will Perform Agatha Christie's THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
The Orinda Starlight Village Players will open their 43rd season with the Bay Area premiere of Agatha Christie's The Murder of Roger Ackroyd on June 5th.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
The Orinda Starlight Village Players will open their 43rd season with the Bay Area premiere of Agatha Christie's The Murder of Roger Ackroyd on June 5th.
Westport Country Playhouse Will Stage PRIMARY TRUST in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will stage the 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “Primary Trust,” a gentle and inspiring exploration of friendship, courage, and new beginnings, from April 14 through May 2.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will stage the 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “Primary Trust,” a gentle and inspiring exploration of friendship, courage, and new beginnings, from April 14 through May 2.
Feature: PRIMARY TRUST at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Mar 26, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present Eboni Booth’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Primary Trust. The production will be directed by Logan Vaughn and feature a cast led by Alphonso Walker Jr. The play explores themes of isolation, healing, and connection in a changing world.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Mar 26, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present Eboni Booth’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Primary Trust. The production will be directed by Logan Vaughn and feature a cast led by Alphonso Walker Jr. The play explores themes of isolation, healing, and connection in a changing world.
Review: THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD at Ottawa Little Theatre
by Courtney Castelino - Mar 7, 2026
What did our critic think of THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD at Ottawa Little Theatre?
by Courtney Castelino - Mar 7, 2026
What did our critic think of THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD at Ottawa Little Theatre?
Westport Country Playhouse Will Present 2MOTHERPLUCKERS This March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present “2Motherpluckers, a Musical,” a hilarious and heartfelt journey through the bumps of motherhood, on Tuesday, March 10, at 7 p.m. J
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present “2Motherpluckers, a Musical,” a hilarious and heartfelt journey through the bumps of motherhood, on Tuesday, March 10, at 7 p.m. J
Westport Country Playhouse Will Host THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES Reading
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “The Subject Was Roses,” winner of the 1965 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and a Tony Award for Best Play, on Monday, March 2, at 7 p.m.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “The Subject Was Roses,” winner of the 1965 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and a Tony Award for Best Play, on Monday, March 2, at 7 p.m.
DAPHNE'S DIVE, A SHERLOCK CAROL, and More Set for Dobama Theatre 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Dobama Theatre in Cleveland Heights will present a diverse lineup of new plays for its 2026/27 season, featuring regional and world premieres at the Donald A. Bianchi Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
Dobama Theatre in Cleveland Heights will present a diverse lineup of new plays for its 2026/27 season, featuring regional and world premieres at the Donald A. Bianchi Theatre.
Westport Country Playhouse To Present Script In Hand Playreading Of THE GOLDSMITH
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of THE GOLDSMITH, a solo play written and performed by Sharone Sayegh. The work is based on true stories of a family’s gold jewelry passed down across generations and cultures.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of THE GOLDSMITH, a solo play written and performed by Sharone Sayegh. The work is based on true stories of a family’s gold jewelry passed down across generations and cultures.
Marsha Mason and James Naughton Join THE PANCAKE CLUB Reading at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2026
Golden Globe winner Marsha Mason and Tony Award winner James Naughton will join previously announced Tony Award winner Judith Ivey in Westport Country Playhouse's Script in Hand playreading of 'The Pancake Club'.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2026
Golden Globe winner Marsha Mason and Tony Award winner James Naughton will join previously announced Tony Award winner Judith Ivey in Westport Country Playhouse's Script in Hand playreading of 'The Pancake Club'.
WAIT UNTIL DARK Comes to The Wells Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
Virginia Stage Company will bring gripping suspense to the Wells Theatre with Wait Until Dark, a psychological thriller where perception, trust, and courage collide. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
Virginia Stage Company will bring gripping suspense to the Wells Theatre with Wait Until Dark, a psychological thriller where perception, trust, and courage collide. Learn more here!
Judith Ivey to Star in THE PANCAKE CLUB Reading at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present two-time Tony Award winner Judith Ivey in a Script in Hand playreading of “The Pancake Club'. The new comedy is written by Charlotte Booker and directed by Mark Shanahan, Playhouse artistic director.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present two-time Tony Award winner Judith Ivey in a Script in Hand playreading of “The Pancake Club'. The new comedy is written by Charlotte Booker and directed by Mark Shanahan, Playhouse artistic director.
Video: Watch Highlights from A SHERLOCK CAROL at Westport Country Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse’s “A Sherlock Carol,” a family-friendly holiday production, is playing its final performances now through Sunday, December 21. Watch in this video!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse’s “A Sherlock Carol,” a family-friendly holiday production, is playing its final performances now through Sunday, December 21. Watch in this video!
Photos: A SHERLOCK CAROL At Westport Country Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “A Sherlock Carol,” a family-friendly holiday production based on two classic tales, “The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle,” a classic Sherlock Holmes story. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “A Sherlock Carol,” a family-friendly holiday production based on two classic tales, “The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle,” a classic Sherlock Holmes story. Check out photos of the production.
A SHERLOCK CAROL Opens At Westport Country Playhouse This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will open A SHERLOCK CAROL, a holiday mystery that blends characters from Arthur Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens. The production features a cast led by James Taylor Odom and runs for eight performances.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will open A SHERLOCK CAROL, a holiday mystery that blends characters from Arthur Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens. The production features a cast led by James Taylor Odom and runs for eight performances.
Westport Country Playhouse To Collect Donations For Three Area Charities During A SHERLOCK CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will coordinate donation efforts for three local charities during its upcoming run of A SHERLOCK CAROL. The initiative will coincide with the Playhouse’s holiday programming and expand its ongoing community partnerships.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will coordinate donation efforts for three local charities during its upcoming run of A SHERLOCK CAROL. The initiative will coincide with the Playhouse’s holiday programming and expand its ongoing community partnerships.
A SHERLOCK CAROL Returns to Westport Country Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will raise its curtain this month on A Sherlock Carol. Its writer and original director, Mark Shanahan, in his role as the Playhouse's artistic director, is overseeing a third holiday season of the show.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will raise its curtain this month on A Sherlock Carol. Its writer and original director, Mark Shanahan, in his role as the Playhouse's artistic director, is overseeing a third holiday season of the show.
Review: A SHERLOCK CAROL at Ottawa Little Theatre
by Courtney Castelino - Dec 4, 2025
What did our critic think of A SHERLOCK CAROL at Ottawa Little Theatre?
by Courtney Castelino - Dec 4, 2025
What did our critic think of A SHERLOCK CAROL at Ottawa Little Theatre?
Westport Country Playhouse Stages Family-Friendly Holiday Show A SHERLOCK CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “A Sherlock Carol,” a family-friendly holiday production based on two classic tales, “The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle,” a classic Sherlock Holmes story, and “A Christmas Carol.”
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will stage “A Sherlock Carol,” a family-friendly holiday production based on two classic tales, “The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle,” a classic Sherlock Holmes story, and “A Christmas Carol.”
Interview: JAMES TAYLOR ODOM of A SHERLOCK CAROL at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Dec 1, 2025
Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it’s time to dive straight into the Christmas season. What better way to do that than with A Sherlock Carol, back for its third production at the Westport County Playhouse.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Dec 1, 2025
Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it’s time to dive straight into the Christmas season. What better way to do that than with A Sherlock Carol, back for its third production at the Westport County Playhouse.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Mark Shanahan been in?
Mark Shanahan has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Mark Shanahan been in?
Mark Shanahan has not appeared in the West End.
How many shows has Mark Shanahan written?
Mark Shanahan has written 1 shows including A Sherlock Carol (Playwright).
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