Robert Harling
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[ 1989 ] Minister
[ 1989 ] Minister
Soapdish
[ 1991 ] writer
[ 1991 ] writer
The Evening Star
[ 1996 ] writer
[ 1996 ] writer
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] writer
[ 1996 ] writer
Laws of Attraction
[ 2004 ] writer
[ 2004 ] writer
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Comedy of the Year
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STEEL MAGNOLIAS Sells Out All Remaining Performances at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by Robert Diamond - 2026-06-07 12:08:49
VIDEO: Get a Behind the Scenes Look at the Women of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Drury Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-06-06 12:46:05
DREAMGIRLS, SUNSET BOULEVARD & More Announced for North Carolina Theatre 2022-23 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-29 12:52:53
TV Exclusive: Thank Goodness for Kristin Chenoweth- Watch Highlights from Her LOVE LETTER TO BROADWAY!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-11-04 10:00:13
STAGE TUBE: New Teaser Trailer for East West Players' STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Now Playing
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-09-12 14:15:07
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STEEL MAGNOLIAS Sells Out All Remaining Performances at Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Arkansas Repertory Theatre's production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS has sold out all remaining performances, with the show set inside Truvy's beauty shop where a close-knit group of Southern women navigate life's highs and lows with humor and heart.
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Arkansas Repertory Theatre's production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS has sold out all remaining performances, with the show set inside Truvy's beauty shop where a close-knit group of Southern women navigate life's highs and lows with humor and heart.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - May 31, 2026
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Arkansas Repertory Theatre?
by Theresa Bertram - May 31, 2026
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Arkansas Repertory Theatre?
Steel Magnolias To Perform At Ledbetter Auditorium
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 23, 2026
Watershed Public Theatre will close its 2025-26 season with Robert Harling's STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Columbia State Community College's Ledbetter Auditorium in Columbia, TN, featuring a cast of six women.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 23, 2026
Watershed Public Theatre will close its 2025-26 season with Robert Harling's STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Columbia State Community College's Ledbetter Auditorium in Columbia, TN, featuring a cast of six women.
REVIEW: The Power Of Female Friendship Features In STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Jade Kops - May 17, 2026
Set in the late 1980’s, Robert Harling’s STEEL MAGNOLIAS expresses the enduring power of the sisterhood in helping face the challenges of life.
by Jade Kops - May 17, 2026
Set in the late 1980’s, Robert Harling’s STEEL MAGNOLIAS expresses the enduring power of the sisterhood in helping face the challenges of life.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS To Be Presented At Arkansas Repertory Theatre This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will present STEEL MAGNOLIAS by Robert Harling as the first production in its 2026 Golden SummerStage season, with tickets ranging from $25–$70.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will present STEEL MAGNOLIAS by Robert Harling as the first production in its 2026 Golden SummerStage season, with tickets ranging from $25–$70.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - May 14, 2026
“Steel Magnolias”, author Robert Harling’s 1987 stage play, became a cultural zeitgeist after the release of the 1989 film version starring Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Julia Roberts, Olympia Dukakis, Shirley MacLaine and Daryl Hannah.
by Charlie Thomas - May 14, 2026
“Steel Magnolias”, author Robert Harling’s 1987 stage play, became a cultural zeitgeist after the release of the 1989 film version starring Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Julia Roberts, Olympia Dukakis, Shirley MacLaine and Daryl Hannah.
SPELLING BEE and More Set for Delaware Theatre Company 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
Delaware Theatre Company has revealed its 2026/27 Season. The season will launch on September 16, 2026, featuring five plays, including The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
Delaware Theatre Company has revealed its 2026/27 Season. The season will launch on September 16, 2026, featuring five plays, including The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and more.
CLUE, STEEL MAGNOLIAS and More Set for Penfold Theatre Company 26-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
Penfold Theatre Company revealed its 19th season, featuring Clue, Steel Magnolias, Always... Patsy Cline and more, alongside year-round classes in Round Rock, TX.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
Penfold Theatre Company revealed its 19th season, featuring Clue, Steel Magnolias, Always... Patsy Cline and more, alongside year-round classes in Round Rock, TX.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, SOMETHING ROTTEN! and More Set for Studio Tenn 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
Studio Tenn has unveiled its 2026-27 season lineup of five shows coming to The Factory at Franklin later this year, including The Addams Family, Something Rotten! and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
Studio Tenn has unveiled its 2026-27 season lineup of five shows coming to The Factory at Franklin later this year, including The Addams Family, Something Rotten! and more.
REVIEW: Laughing Through Tears At Stage Door Theatre’s STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Amanda Theriot-Greenwell - Apr 13, 2026
Any Southern woman worth her salt can drop at least one quote from the classic play-cum-film Steel Magnolias, and now Atlantans of any gender have the chance to catch an excellent production of Robert Harling’s award-winning play right here at Stage Door Theatre in Dunwoody, now through April 19.
by Amanda Theriot-Greenwell - Apr 13, 2026
Any Southern woman worth her salt can drop at least one quote from the classic play-cum-film Steel Magnolias, and now Atlantans of any gender have the chance to catch an excellent production of Robert Harling’s award-winning play right here at Stage Door Theatre in Dunwoody, now through April 19.
Thursday Farrar Joins Cast of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at PlayMakers Repertory Company
by Gillian Blum - Apr 12, 2026
PlayMakers Repertory Company announced that acclaimed stage and screen actor Thursday Farrar will appear as Clairee Belcher in its upcoming production of Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling.
by Gillian Blum - Apr 12, 2026
PlayMakers Repertory Company announced that acclaimed stage and screen actor Thursday Farrar will appear as Clairee Belcher in its upcoming production of Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS To Play Group Rep Theatre In North Hollywood
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2026
The Group Rep Theatre is presenting STEEL MAGNOLIAS in North Hollywood. The production features a cast of six women and runs through April 26, 2026. Performances include talkbacks with the cast on select dates.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2026
The Group Rep Theatre is presenting STEEL MAGNOLIAS in North Hollywood. The production features a cast of six women and runs through April 26, 2026. Performances include talkbacks with the cast on select dates.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS To Open Group Rep’s 2026–2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2026
The Group Rep Theatre will present Robert Harling's STEEL MAGNOLIAS from March 20 to April 26, 2026, featuring a talented cast and directed by Kathleen R. Delaney.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2026
The Group Rep Theatre will present Robert Harling's STEEL MAGNOLIAS from March 20 to April 26, 2026, featuring a talented cast and directed by Kathleen R. Delaney.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Grant County Community Theater in Sheridan
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 19, 2026
Grant County Community Theater in Sheridan has an ample amount of southern sass going on for their production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS by Robert Harling, which is directed by Jerry Wayne, and is playing through Sunday, February 22.
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 19, 2026
Grant County Community Theater in Sheridan has an ample amount of southern sass going on for their production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS by Robert Harling, which is directed by Jerry Wayne, and is playing through Sunday, February 22.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Returns to the Stage, Directed by Jason Moore
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Skipp Productions, in association with OnBook Arts, will present Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling. This production is directed by Jason Moore. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Skipp Productions, in association with OnBook Arts, will present Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling. This production is directed by Jason Moore. Learn more here!
Cast Announced for STEEL MAGNOLIAS Australia Tour
by Gillian Blum - Feb 8, 2026
Producers Neil Gooding and Alex Woodward announced an all-star cast featuring some of the country’s most recognisable and celebrated television actors for the upcoming production of Steel Magnolias.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 8, 2026
Producers Neil Gooding and Alex Woodward announced an all-star cast featuring some of the country’s most recognisable and celebrated television actors for the upcoming production of Steel Magnolias.
INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS Set for Milton Keynes Theatre in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
Milton Keynes Theatre will present INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS, a thrilling stage adaptation, from March 17-21.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
Milton Keynes Theatre will present INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS, a thrilling stage adaptation, from March 17-21.
People's Light Opens 2026 With STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025
People's Light kicks off the new year with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias, playing January 14 - February 15, 2026 on the Steinbright Stage. Directed by longtime Company Artist and Artistic Director Emerita Abigail Adams.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025
People's Light kicks off the new year with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias, playing January 14 - February 15, 2026 on the Steinbright Stage. Directed by longtime Company Artist and Artistic Director Emerita Abigail Adams.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage
by Jason Davis - Dec 15, 2025
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage?
by Jason Davis - Dec 15, 2025
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage?
STEEL MAGNOLIAS, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' and More Set for Arkansas Repertory Theatre 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock has announced its 2026 SummerStage Season, marking the company’s 50th Anniversary. The season includes Steel Magnolias, Ain’t Misbehavin’, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock has announced its 2026 SummerStage Season, marking the company’s 50th Anniversary. The season includes Steel Magnolias, Ain’t Misbehavin’, and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Robert Harling written?
Robert Harling has written 2 shows including Steel Magnolias (Playwright), First Wives Club: The Musical (Source Material).
What awards has Robert Harling been nominated for?
and Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Steel Magnolias.
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