Richard Johnson
Birth Place: Upminster, Essex, ENGLAND
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BLUES & SOUL @ POSTunderground to Feature Jazz, Afrobeat, and Groove in Brookline (May 26, 2026)
MWALIM TRIO Will Headline Blues & Soul Night in Postunderground Jazz Series (May 6, 2026)
Jeff Daniels to Direct World Premiere of THE CLASSIC KING At Purple Rose Theatre (Feb 5, 2026)
BLUES & SOUL @ POSTunderground to Feature Jazz, Afrobeat, and Groove in Brookline (May 26, 2026)
MWALIM TRIO Will Headline Blues & Soul Night in Postunderground Jazz Series (May 6, 2026)
Jeff Daniels to Direct World Premiere of THE CLASSIC KING At Purple Rose Theatre (Feb 5, 2026)
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BLUES & SOUL @ POSTunderground to Feature Jazz, Afrobeat, and Groove in Brookline
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
BLUES & SOUL @ POSTunderground will present ORDER of SONANCE, The ZYG 808 Experience, and the MWALIM Trio at 386 Washington St in Brookline. Admission is free.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
BLUES & SOUL @ POSTunderground will present ORDER of SONANCE, The ZYG 808 Experience, and the MWALIM Trio at 386 Washington St in Brookline. Admission is free.
MWALIM TRIO Will Headline Blues & Soul Night in Postunderground Jazz Series
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
The MWALIM TRIO will perform blues, soul, and jazz at Postunderground's ongoing BLUES & SOUL series, blending improvisation with original compositions at VFW 364 in a live, audience-driven setting.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
The MWALIM TRIO will perform blues, soul, and jazz at Postunderground's ongoing BLUES & SOUL series, blending improvisation with original compositions at VFW 364 in a live, audience-driven setting.
Jeff Daniels to Direct World Premiere of THE CLASSIC KING At Purple Rose Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026
The Purple Rose Theatre Company will present the world premiere of THE CLASSIC KING, a new comedy by Richard Johnson, directed by Jeff Daniels. The play follows veteran car salesmen navigating a changing industry and generational divide.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026
The Purple Rose Theatre Company will present the world premiere of THE CLASSIC KING, a new comedy by Richard Johnson, directed by Jeff Daniels. The play follows veteran car salesmen navigating a changing industry and generational divide.
The Drama League Associate Artistic Director, Nilan, Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
The Drama League of New York's Associate Artistic Director Nilan passed away due to a sudden illness involving complications from flu. Nilan is survived by his mother, Melle Johnson, and his sister, Malease Johnson.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
The Drama League of New York's Associate Artistic Director Nilan passed away due to a sudden illness involving complications from flu. Nilan is survived by his mother, Melle Johnson, and his sister, Malease Johnson.
THE CLASSIC KING Comes to The Purple Rose Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
The Purple Rose Theatre Company (PRTC) has announced the winter production of their 35th season, “The Classic King” a world-premiere comedy by Richard Johnson. Tickets are on sale now.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
The Purple Rose Theatre Company (PRTC) has announced the winter production of their 35th season, “The Classic King” a world-premiere comedy by Richard Johnson. Tickets are on sale now.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Rhode Island Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Rhode Island Awards; NEWSIES, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Stadium Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
WICKED Will Welcome New Cast Members in March 2024
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023
WICKED, the West End and Broadway musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will welcome Michael Fenton Stevens (The Wizard), Graham Kent (Doctor Dillamond), and welcome back former cast member Laura Harrison (Standby for Elphaba) to London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre from Tuesday 12 March 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023
WICKED, the West End and Broadway musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will welcome Michael Fenton Stevens (The Wizard), Graham Kent (Doctor Dillamond), and welcome back former cast member Laura Harrison (Standby for Elphaba) to London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre from Tuesday 12 March 2024.
Interview: Juliet Mills - A Lady of the Theatre Plays PRIN at Theatre 40
by Gil Kaan - Apr 9, 2023
Next up at Theatre 40 will be the stage reading of Andrew Davies’s Prin April 28th and 29th. Jules Aaron directs Juliet Mills (as the titular Prin), Maxwell Caulfield, Ivy Khan, Ann Hearn Tobolowsky, Joe Clabby and David Hunt Stafford. Juliet was most gracious to chat with me on her day off from filming Grey’s Anatomy.
by Gil Kaan - Apr 9, 2023
Next up at Theatre 40 will be the stage reading of Andrew Davies’s Prin April 28th and 29th. Jules Aaron directs Juliet Mills (as the titular Prin), Maxwell Caulfield, Ivy Khan, Ann Hearn Tobolowsky, Joe Clabby and David Hunt Stafford. Juliet was most gracious to chat with me on her day off from filming Grey’s Anatomy.
THE COLOR PURPLE to be Presented at The Ritz Theatre Company This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2023
Directed by Kyrus Keenan Westcott, The Color Purple runs at The Ritz from February 10th through February 26th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2023
Directed by Kyrus Keenan Westcott, The Color Purple runs at The Ritz from February 10th through February 26th.
OTHER DESERT CITIES Opens January 13 At Theatre Palisades
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2023
Theatre Palisades was founded in 1963, making 2023 their 60th anniversary. They will be opening the anniversary season with 'Other Desert Cities' by Jon Robin Baitz. The play made its Broadway debut in November 2011 and was a finalist for the 2012 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2023
Theatre Palisades was founded in 1963, making 2023 their 60th anniversary. They will be opening the anniversary season with 'Other Desert Cities' by Jon Robin Baitz. The play made its Broadway debut in November 2011 and was a finalist for the 2012 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards; Theatre By The Sea Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards; at Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Centre Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards; Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Centre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
The Ritz Theatre Company Presents SHE LOVES ME, A Perfect Rom-Com Musical For The Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2022
With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season already upon us, The Ritz Theatre Company prepares to present the enchanting Golden Age musical She Loves Me, a perfect rom-com show for 'the most wonderful time of the year.' Directed and choreographed by Roberta Curless, the production runs at The Ritz from December 2nd through December 18th.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2022
With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season already upon us, The Ritz Theatre Company prepares to present the enchanting Golden Age musical She Loves Me, a perfect rom-com show for 'the most wonderful time of the year.' Directed and choreographed by Roberta Curless, the production runs at The Ritz from December 2nd through December 18th.
Tour Announced For The Premiere of WODEHOUSE IN WONDERLAND
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2022
Cahoots Theatre Company Ltd in association with Jamie Clark Theatre presents the UK premiere of William Humble's play Wodehouse in Wonderland, starring Robert Daws and directed by Robin Herford, on a UK Tour which opens at Malvern Theatres on 26 January 2023.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2022
Cahoots Theatre Company Ltd in association with Jamie Clark Theatre presents the UK premiere of William Humble's play Wodehouse in Wonderland, starring Robert Daws and directed by Robin Herford, on a UK Tour which opens at Malvern Theatres on 26 January 2023.
Frederick Shakespeare Festival Announced
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022
Endangered Species (theatre) Project's Frederick Shakespeare Festival is back with two of the bard's most celebrated works: Hamlet and The Merry Wives of Windsor, to be performed at the Hodson Outdoor Amphitheater at Hood College.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022
Endangered Species (theatre) Project's Frederick Shakespeare Festival is back with two of the bard's most celebrated works: Hamlet and The Merry Wives of Windsor, to be performed at the Hodson Outdoor Amphitheater at Hood College.
Arctic Playhouse Postpones EXIT LAUGHING
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 26, 2022
The Arctic Playhouse (TAP) announced today that due to a malfunction with the main drainage pipe at the theatre, its current production of Exit Laughing, which opened to rave reviews last week and was scheduled to continue for the next two weekends, must pause for an unexpected intermission to allow for repairs. Performances will resume on Thursday, March 3, and will continue through Sunday, March 13.
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 26, 2022
The Arctic Playhouse (TAP) announced today that due to a malfunction with the main drainage pipe at the theatre, its current production of Exit Laughing, which opened to rave reviews last week and was scheduled to continue for the next two weekends, must pause for an unexpected intermission to allow for repairs. Performances will resume on Thursday, March 3, and will continue through Sunday, March 13.
Photo Flash: GLOW 2021 Takes Place In Barking And Dagenham
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2021
GLOW festival illuminated the borough and shared a message of hope and togetherness.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2021
GLOW festival illuminated the borough and shared a message of hope and togetherness.
Maryland Ensemble Theatre Presents CATOCTIN SLAVESPEAK by Elayne Bond Hyman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2020
In observance of Emancipation Day, Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET) is proud to present a live reading of Catoctin SlaveSpeak by Elayne Bond Hyman on Friday, June 19 at 7:30 pm.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2020
In observance of Emancipation Day, Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET) is proud to present a live reading of Catoctin SlaveSpeak by Elayne Bond Hyman on Friday, June 19 at 7:30 pm.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Richard Johnson been in?
Richard Johnson has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Richard Johnson been in?
Richard Johnson has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Richard Johnson's first West End show?
Richard Johnson's first West End show was Thomas and the King which opened in 1975
How many shows has Richard Johnson written?
Richard Johnson has written 1 shows including The Golden Age (Playwright).
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