Shaun McKenna
Latest News on Shaun McKenna:
World Premiere of MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG Will Come to the Watermill Theatre (Apr 14, 2026)
THE FORSYTE SAGA PARTS I AND 2 Comes to Stratford-Upon-Avon (Oct 20, 2025)
Alfred Enoch, Adrian Lester, and More Will Lead Royal Shakespeare Company's 2025-26 Season (Jun 3, 2025)
World Premiere of MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG Will Come to the Watermill Theatre (Apr 14, 2026)
THE FORSYTE SAGA PARTS I AND 2 Comes to Stratford-Upon-Avon (Oct 20, 2025)
Alfred Enoch, Adrian Lester, and More Will Lead Royal Shakespeare Company's 2025-26 Season (Jun 3, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best New Musical
Shaun McKennaThe Lord Of The Rings
Videos
Video: 'Now and for Always' from THE LORD OF THE RINGS at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-08 13:27:15
Video: Fox 32 Live Visits the Cast of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: A MUSICAL TALE
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-04 12:03:25
Video: THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-07-25 07:49:31
Photos & Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-06-26 17:15:31
Photos & Video: First Look at Immersive THE LORD OF THE RINGS Musical at the Watermill Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-07-31 12:29:55
News
World Premiere of MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG Will Come to the Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
The Watermill Theatre announced a world premiere stage adaptation of Reverend Richard Coles' mystery novel MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG, adapted by Paul Hart and Shaun McKenna.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
The Watermill Theatre announced a world premiere stage adaptation of Reverend Richard Coles' mystery novel MURDER BEFORE EVENSONG, adapted by Paul Hart and Shaun McKenna.
THE FORSYTE SAGA PARTS I AND 2 Comes to Stratford-Upon-Avon
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025
The Park Theatre's two-part production of The Forsyte Saga - based on John Galsworthy's Nobel-winning epic novels of love, ownership and the end of Empire - plays the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025
The Park Theatre's two-part production of The Forsyte Saga - based on John Galsworthy's Nobel-winning epic novels of love, ownership and the end of Empire - plays the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon.
Alfred Enoch, Adrian Lester, and More Will Lead Royal Shakespeare Company's 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2025
RSC Co-Artistic Directors Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey have announced a new programme of productions playing in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2025/26, bringing together stories from across the centuries and from across the globe.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2025
RSC Co-Artistic Directors Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey have announced a new programme of productions playing in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2025/26, bringing together stories from across the centuries and from across the globe.
THE FORSYTE SAGA PARTS 1 AND 2 Transfers to the RSC
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2025
Following a critically acclaimed sell-out run at Park Theatre, Troupe’s world première production of The Forsyte Saga Parts 1 and 2, adapted by Shaun McKenna and Lin Coghlan from the novels by John Galsworthy, transfers to the RSC this winter.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2025
Following a critically acclaimed sell-out run at Park Theatre, Troupe’s world première production of The Forsyte Saga Parts 1 and 2, adapted by Shaun McKenna and Lin Coghlan from the novels by John Galsworthy, transfers to the RSC this winter.
Photos: First Look At Ore Oduba And More In PICTURE YOU DEAD UK Tour
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2025
Check out new photos of Ore Oduba in the world premiere tour of Picture You Dead. Adapted from the UK’s number one crime writer Peter James’ bestselling novel about Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, Picture You Dead is touring major UK theatres until 26 July 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2025
Check out new photos of Ore Oduba in the world premiere tour of Picture You Dead. Adapted from the UK’s number one crime writer Peter James’ bestselling novel about Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, Picture You Dead is touring major UK theatres until 26 July 2025.
King's Head Theatre Appoints Sofi Berenger As Executive Producer and CEO
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025
Chair Robert Khan and the board of the King's Head Theatre in Islington have announced the appointment of Sofi Berenger to the position of Executive Producer and CEO, effective immediately.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025
Chair Robert Khan and the board of the King's Head Theatre in Islington have announced the appointment of Sofi Berenger to the position of Executive Producer and CEO, effective immediately.
Photos: MADDIE: A NEW MUSICAL - Opening Off-Broadway
by Emmy Rice - May 11, 2025
After captivating audiences in London’s West End, here is a first look at Maddie: A New Musical, making its Off-Broadway debut at The Players Theatre in NYC through June 8, 2025.
by Emmy Rice - May 11, 2025
After captivating audiences in London’s West End, here is a first look at Maddie: A New Musical, making its Off-Broadway debut at The Players Theatre in NYC through June 8, 2025.
Photos: Cast of MADDIE: A NEW MUSICAL Ahead of Off-Broadway Debut
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2025
After captivating audiences in London’s West End, MADDIE: A New Musical will make its Off-Broadway debut, offering a new life for a ghostly leading lady who's back for a second chance at fulfilling her dreams.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2025
After captivating audiences in London’s West End, MADDIE: A New Musical will make its Off-Broadway debut, offering a new life for a ghostly leading lady who's back for a second chance at fulfilling her dreams.
Photos: MADDIE: A New Musical in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
After captivating audiences in London’s West End, MADDIE: A New Musical will make its Off-Broadway debut beginning next month. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
After captivating audiences in London’s West End, MADDIE: A New Musical will make its Off-Broadway debut beginning next month. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!
Cast Set for MADDIE: A NEW MUSICAL Off-Broadway at The Players Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025
The cast of Off-Broadway's MADDIE: A New Musical has been revealed! After running in London’s West End, MADDIE makes its Off-Broadway debut, with Twenty-five performances to be staged at The Players Theatre. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025
The cast of Off-Broadway's MADDIE: A New Musical has been revealed! After running in London’s West End, MADDIE makes its Off-Broadway debut, with Twenty-five performances to be staged at The Players Theatre. Learn more!
PICTURE YOU DEAD Comes to Milton Keynes
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2025
The brand new stage production, Picture You Dead, which is adapted from the bestselling novel of the UK's number one crime writer Peter James, is embarking on a major UK Tour!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2025
The brand new stage production, Picture You Dead, which is adapted from the bestselling novel of the UK's number one crime writer Peter James, is embarking on a major UK Tour!
Review: THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE at State Theatre Sydney
by Kym Vaitiekus - Jan 13, 2025
Review: Kym Vaitiekus shares his thoughts on THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE. Epic story, Epic cast, Epic staging, Epic enjoyment.
by Kym Vaitiekus - Jan 13, 2025
Review: Kym Vaitiekus shares his thoughts on THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE. Epic story, Epic cast, Epic staging, Epic enjoyment.
Photos: Meet The Cast of PICTURE YOU DEAD World Premiere At High Wycombe’s Swan Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024
A multi star cast has been announced for the World Premiere of the brand new stage production, Picture You Dead. Get a first look at the cast in new photos.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024
A multi star cast has been announced for the World Premiere of the brand new stage production, Picture You Dead. Get a first look at the cast in new photos.
Ore Oduba, Fiona Wade, and More Join the Cast of PICTURE YOU DEAD
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024
A multi star cast has been announced for the World Premiere of the brand-new stage production, Picture You Dead - adapted from the bestselling novel from Peter James.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024
A multi star cast has been announced for the World Premiere of the brand-new stage production, Picture You Dead - adapted from the bestselling novel from Peter James.
Cast Set For UK Tour of Peter James' PICTURE YOU DEAD
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
A multi star cast has been announced for the World Premiere of the brand-new stage production, Picture You Dead - adapted from the bestselling novel of the UK's number one crime writer Peter James.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
A multi star cast has been announced for the World Premiere of the brand-new stage production, Picture You Dead - adapted from the bestselling novel of the UK's number one crime writer Peter James.
Review: THE FORSYTE SAGA, PARTS 1 & 2, Park Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Oct 21, 2024
The world premiere of The Forsyte Saga Parts 1 'Irene' and Part 2 'Fleur' has been devised by Ashley Cook for Troupe Theatre, in association with Park Theatre, featuring a superbly talented cast of nine in a genuinely epic and stylish period production. Read our review!
by Christiana Rose - Oct 21, 2024
The world premiere of The Forsyte Saga Parts 1 'Irene' and Part 2 'Fleur' has been devised by Ashley Cook for Troupe Theatre, in association with Park Theatre, featuring a superbly talented cast of nine in a genuinely epic and stylish period production. Read our review!
Cast Set For Australian Tour of THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024
Producers of The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, the stage production based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic trilogy, have confirmed the Australian cast that will tour Australia in 2025, including Sydney, Perth and Melbourne.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024
Producers of The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, the stage production based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic trilogy, have confirmed the Australian cast that will tour Australia in 2025, including Sydney, Perth and Melbourne.
THE LORD OF THE RINGS A MUSICAL TALE Comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth in 2025 Ahead of European Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2024
The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale will embark on a new journey as this timeless tale unfolds in this breathtaking theatrical production, playing Theatre Royal Plymouth from 4 – 11 October 2025. Find out how to get tickets to the tour.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2024
The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale will embark on a new journey as this timeless tale unfolds in this breathtaking theatrical production, playing Theatre Royal Plymouth from 4 – 11 October 2025. Find out how to get tickets to the tour.
Guest Blog: Shaun McKenna and Lin Coghlan on Adapting THE FORSYTE SAGA at the Park Theatre
by Guest Author - Oct 3, 2024
John Galsworthy’s classic story The Forsyte Saga has been newly dramatised for the stage in two parts for the Park Theatre, bringing the unheard female voices to the fore for the first time. Spanning 40 years from the last gasp of the Victorian age to the beginning of the roaring 1920s, this is an epic tale of sex, money and power.
by Guest Author - Oct 3, 2024
John Galsworthy’s classic story The Forsyte Saga has been newly dramatised for the stage in two parts for the Park Theatre, bringing the unheard female voices to the fore for the first time. Spanning 40 years from the last gasp of the Victorian age to the beginning of the roaring 1920s, this is an epic tale of sex, money and power.
Photos: THE FORSYTE SAGA in Rehearsal at the Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024
Troupe, in association with Park Theatre, will present the world première of a new stage adaptation of John Galsworthy’s seminal work, The Forsyte Saga. Check out rehearsal photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024
Troupe, in association with Park Theatre, will present the world première of a new stage adaptation of John Galsworthy’s seminal work, The Forsyte Saga. Check out rehearsal photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Shaun McKenna written?
Shaun McKenna has written 2 shows including Maddie (Lyricist), Lord of the Rings (Bookwriter/Lyricist).
What awards has Shaun McKenna been nominated for?
and Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Lord Of The Rings.
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