Blake Edwards
Date of Death: December 15, 2010 (88)
Birth Place: Tulsa, OK, USA
Latest News on Blake Edwards:
How Often Do Broadway Writing Teams Share Credits? (Sep 29, 2024)
PBS to Air Blake Edwards Documentary With New Interviews From Julie Andrews, Lesley Ann Warren, & More (Jul 16, 2024)
Review: Hollywood Bowl Celebrates Henry Mancini with Cynthia Erivo, Michael Bublé, & More (Jun 25, 2024)
How Often Do Broadway Writing Teams Share Credits? (Sep 29, 2024)
PBS to Air Blake Edwards Documentary With New Interviews From Julie Andrews, Lesley Ann Warren, & More (Jul 16, 2024)
Review: Hollywood Bowl Celebrates Henry Mancini with Cynthia Erivo, Michael Bublé, & More (Jun 25, 2024)
BIO
Edwards began his career in the 1940s as an actor, but he soon began writing screenplays and radio scripts before turning to producing and directing in television and films. His best-known films include Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961), Days of Wine and Roses (1962), A Shot in the Dark (1964), The Great Race (1965), 10 (1979), Victor/Victoria (1982), Blind Date (1987), and the hugely successful Pink Panther film series with British actor Peter Sellers. Often thought of as primarily a director of comedies, he also directed several drama, musical, and detective films. Late in his career, he took up writing, producing and directing for theater.
In 2004, he received an Honorary Academy Award in recognition of his writing, directing and producing an extraordinary body of work for the screen.
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Productions
Writing
Source Material
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Movies
Marshal of Reno
[ 1944 ] Lee
[ 1944 ] Lee
She's a Sweetheart
[ 1944 ] Soldier
[ 1944 ] Soldier
Strangler of the Swamp
[ 1946 ] ChristianChrisSanders Jr.
[ 1946 ] ChristianChrisSanders Jr.
Tokyo Rose
[ 1946 ] Joe Bridger
[ 1946 ] Joe Bridger
Panhandle
[ 1948 ] Floyd Schofield
[ 1948 ] Floyd Schofield
Leather Gloves
[ 1948 ] Vince Reedy
[ 1948 ] Vince Reedy
Stampede
[ 1949 ] writer
[ 1949 ] writer
All Ashore
[ 1953 ] writer
[ 1953 ] writer
Cruisin' Down the River
[ 1953 ] writer
[ 1953 ] writer
Drive a Crooked Road
[ 1954 ] writer
[ 1954 ] writer
The Atomic Kid
[ 1954 ] writer
[ 1954 ] writer
My Sister Eileen
[ 1955 ] writer
[ 1955 ] writer
Bring Your Smile Along
[ 1955 ] writer
[ 1955 ] writer
He Laughed Last
[ 1956 ] writer
[ 1956 ] writer
Mister Cory
[ 1957 ] writer
[ 1957 ] writer
Operation Mad Ball
[ 1957 ] writer
[ 1957 ] writer
This Happy Feeling
[ 1958 ] writer
[ 1958 ] writer
High Time
[ 1960 ] writer
[ 1960 ] writer
Experiment in Terror
[ 1962 ] producer
[ 1962 ] producer
The Notorious Landlady
[ 1962 ] writer
[ 1962 ] writer
The Couch
[ 1962 ] writer
[ 1962 ] writer
Soldier in the Rain
[ 1963 ] producer
[ 1963 ] producer
The Pink Panther
[ 1963 ] writer
[ 1963 ] writer
A Shot in the Dark
[ 1964 ] producer
[ 1964 ] producer
What Did You Do in the War, Daddy?
[ 1966 ] producer
[ 1966 ] producer
The Party
[ 1968 ] producer
[ 1968 ] producer
Darling Lili
[ 1970 ] producer
[ 1970 ] producer
Wild Rovers
[ 1971 ] producer
[ 1971 ] producer
The Tamarind Seed
[ 1974 ] writer
[ 1974 ] writer
The Return of the Pink Panther
[ 1975 ] producer
[ 1975 ] producer
The Pink Panther Strikes Again
[ 1976 ] producer
[ 1976 ] producer
Revenge of the Pink Panther
[ 1978 ] producer
[ 1978 ] producer
10
[ 1979 ] producer
[ 1979 ] producer
S.O.B.
[ 1981 ] producer
[ 1981 ] producer
Trail of the Pink Panther
[ 1982 ] producer
[ 1982 ] producer
Victor/Victoria
[ 1982 ] producer
[ 1982 ] producer
The Man Who Loved Women
[ 1983 ] director
[ 1983 ] director
Curse of the Pink Panther
[ 1983 ] producer
[ 1983 ] producer
City Heat
[ 1984 ] writer
[ 1984 ] writer
A Fine Mess
[ 1986 ] writer
[ 1986 ] writer
That's Life!
[ 1986 ] writer
[ 1986 ] writer
Sunset
[ 1988 ] writer
[ 1988 ] writer
Skin Deep
[ 1989 ] writer
[ 1989 ] writer
Switch
[ 1991 ] writer
[ 1991 ] writer
The Pink Panther 2
[ 2009 ] writer
[ 2009 ] writer
Videos
VIDEO: Julie Andrews Talks About Kissing Carol Burnett on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Nov 5, 2020
VIDEO: Julie Andrews Shares Grand Tales From The Stage on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 30, 2020
VIDEO: Julie Andrews Shares the Highs and Lows of Shooting THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 21, 2019
VIDEO: Julie Andrews Talks About Her MARY POPPINS Stunts on LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN!
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 18, 2019
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Lisa Brescia, George Dvorsky and More in Highlights of Ogunquit's VICTOR/VICTORIA
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 6, 2015
TV: 2011 Tony Awards Winners Circle - Ellen Barkin, 'This is the Holy Grail of prizes'
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 16, 2011
News
How Often Do Broadway Writing Teams Share Credits?
This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway writing teams share credits for both music and lyrics?
This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway writing teams share credits for both music and lyrics?
PBS to Air Blake Edwards Documentary With New Interviews From Julie Andrews, Lesley Ann Warren, & More
PBS is set to air American Masters – Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames nationwide Tuesday, August 27 at 9 p.m. ET. Featuring never-before-seen archival video and stills, the film offers an exploration into the filmmaker’s complex life and genre-spanning career, as shared by filmmakers and family.
PBS is set to air American Masters – Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames nationwide Tuesday, August 27 at 9 p.m. ET. Featuring never-before-seen archival video and stills, the film offers an exploration into the filmmaker’s complex life and genre-spanning career, as shared by filmmakers and family.
Review: Hollywood Bowl Celebrates Henry Mancini with Cynthia Erivo, Michael Bublé, & More
For its opening night of its 2024 season, the Hollywood Bowl presented a musical celebration of composer Henry Mancini’s 100th Birthday with a concert featuring the Hollywood Bowl orchestra—under the direction of principal conductor Thomas Wilkins and welcomed special guest artists Michael Bublé, Dave Koz, Monica Mancini, and Cynthia Erivo.
For its opening night of its 2024 season, the Hollywood Bowl presented a musical celebration of composer Henry Mancini’s 100th Birthday with a concert featuring the Hollywood Bowl orchestra—under the direction of principal conductor Thomas Wilkins and welcomed special guest artists Michael Bublé, Dave Koz, Monica Mancini, and Cynthia Erivo.
Video: Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton Talk New Book on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
Mother/daughter duo Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton appeared on the CBS Sunday Morning show on April 21 to discusss their new book, Waiting in the Wings. The book, their 35th together, is about a group of theatrical ducks who are eager for their moment in the spotlight. The story was inspired by an experience the pair had at the Bay Street Theatre. Watch the interview here!
Mother/daughter duo Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton appeared on the CBS Sunday Morning show on April 21 to discusss their new book, Waiting in the Wings. The book, their 35th together, is about a group of theatrical ducks who are eager for their moment in the spotlight. The story was inspired by an experience the pair had at the Bay Street Theatre. Watch the interview here!
Review: FALSCHER TAG, FALSCHE TÜR at Weyher Theater
Die Premiere von 'Falscher Tag, falsche Tür' am 5. April 2024 im Weyher Theater war ein erfreulicher Spaß! Das Publikum wurde in ein Feuerwerk aus Lachen und Unterhaltung katapultiert! Das Stück, inszeniert von Kay Kruppa, ist eine wahrhaftige Liebeserklärung an die Verwechslungskomödie.
Die Premiere von 'Falscher Tag, falsche Tür' am 5. April 2024 im Weyher Theater war ein erfreulicher Spaß! Das Publikum wurde in ein Feuerwerk aus Lachen und Unterhaltung katapultiert! Das Stück, inszeniert von Kay Kruppa, ist eine wahrhaftige Liebeserklärung an die Verwechslungskomödie.
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2024 Watch Guide
A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
Bay Street Theater to Host Exclusive Discussion and Q&A with Co-Authors Julie Andrews and Daughter Emma Walton Hamilton
Join Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton in an exclusive discussion with Q&A at Bay Street Theater. They will be talking about their new collaborative book 'WAITING IN THE WINGS.'
Join Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton in an exclusive discussion with Q&A at Bay Street Theater. They will be talking about their new collaborative book 'WAITING IN THE WINGS.'
Kelli O'Hara, Brian D'Arcy James, & Adam Guettel Join 'THEATER: All The Moving Parts'
In this new episode of “THEATER: All the Moving Parts”, Stars Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, and composer/lyricist Adam Guettel discuss the bold and provocative new musical “Days of Wine and Roses” about love and alcoholism, based on the 1962 Blake Edwards film classic.
In this new episode of “THEATER: All the Moving Parts”, Stars Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, and composer/lyricist Adam Guettel discuss the bold and provocative new musical “Days of Wine and Roses” about love and alcoholism, based on the 1962 Blake Edwards film classic.
Interview: Writer/Director/Musician David P. Johnson on Creating Sally Spectre: The Musical at Theatre West
Each Halloween Season, many horror and science fiction offerings hit our stages. This year, David P. Johnson is bringing his Sally Spectre: The Musical back to Theatre West weekends through October 29. A combination horror and morality play, it centers around the ghost of a 5-year-old girl trying to escape from her locked bedroom where she was brutally murdered. But is this musical really for children? To find out, I decided to speak with David P. Johnson who not only wrote the book, music, and lyrics but also directs and co-produces it, and appears onstage accompanying the cast on keyboard during every performance.
Each Halloween Season, many horror and science fiction offerings hit our stages. This year, David P. Johnson is bringing his Sally Spectre: The Musical back to Theatre West weekends through October 29. A combination horror and morality play, it centers around the ghost of a 5-year-old girl trying to escape from her locked bedroom where she was brutally murdered. But is this musical really for children? To find out, I decided to speak with David P. Johnson who not only wrote the book, music, and lyrics but also directs and co-produces it, and appears onstage accompanying the cast on keyboard during every performance.
LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Extends at El Portal Theatre
Love Among the Ruins has been extended on additional week. Learn more about how to get tickets to the new shows here!
Love Among the Ruins has been extended on additional week. Learn more about how to get tickets to the new shows here!
What We Know So Far About DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES on Broadway
Days of Wine and Roses is set to transfer to Broadway, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, who led the production off-Broadway earlier this year. Running for 16 weeks only, performances will begin on January 6, 2024 at Studio 54.
Days of Wine and Roses is set to transfer to Broadway, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, who led the production off-Broadway earlier this year. Running for 16 weeks only, performances will begin on January 6, 2024 at Studio 54.
LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Announced At The El Portal Theatre Begins October 6
JoBeth Williams (“Poltergeist,” “The Big Chill”) and Peter Strauss (“Rich Man, Poor Man,” “The Jericho Mile”) star in the romantic Love Among the Ruins, written by James G. Hirsch and Robert A. Papazian, from a film script by James Costigan. Love Among the Ruins is a Papazian Hirsch presentation and is directed by Michael Arabian.
JoBeth Williams (“Poltergeist,” “The Big Chill”) and Peter Strauss (“Rich Man, Poor Man,” “The Jericho Mile”) star in the romantic Love Among the Ruins, written by James G. Hirsch and Robert A. Papazian, from a film script by James Costigan. Love Among the Ruins is a Papazian Hirsch presentation and is directed by Michael Arabian.
Rachel Dratch & Julianne Hough to Host New 42 WE ARE FAMILY Gala
Rachel Dratch and Julianne Hough will host New 42's annual gala on Monday, June 5 at the Plaza Hotel. See who is being honored, and learn how to purchase tickets!
Rachel Dratch and Julianne Hough will host New 42's annual gala on Monday, June 5 at the Plaza Hotel. See who is being honored, and learn how to purchase tickets!
ON THIS SIDE OF THE WORLD & More Lead Los Angeles' May 2023 Theater Top Picks
Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Our top picks for May 2023 include Melissa Errico, LA Opera, and more!
Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Our top picks for May 2023 include Melissa Errico, LA Opera, and more!
MR. YUNIOSHI Moves to August at Sierra Madre Playhouse
Mr. Yunioshi will return for a limited engagement of six performances from August 4- August 13, 2023.
Mr. Yunioshi will return for a limited engagement of six performances from August 4- August 13, 2023.
Josh Groban, Julie Andrews & More to be Honored at New 42 WE ARE FAMILY Gala
New 42 will present the return of their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, which will be taking place on Monday, June 5 at 6PM. See who is taking part, and learn how to purchase tickets!
New 42 will present the return of their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, which will be taking place on Monday, June 5 at 6PM. See who is taking part, and learn how to purchase tickets!
Fine Arts Theatre Beverly Hills Celebrates 86th Anniversary With 1937 Ticket Prices
The Fine Arts Theatre Beverly Hills with celebrate the 86th Anniversary of the historic theatre with retro 1937 ticket prices of twenty-five cents per movie ticket and fifty cents for Double Features during a month-long celebration screening of 11 classic films from April 2 – 30, 2023.
The Fine Arts Theatre Beverly Hills with celebrate the 86th Anniversary of the historic theatre with retro 1937 ticket prices of twenty-five cents per movie ticket and fifty cents for Double Features during a month-long celebration screening of 11 classic films from April 2 – 30, 2023.
MR. YUNIOSHI Returns to Sierra Madre Playhouse in May
The breakout hit of Sierra Madre Playhouse's winter season, Mr. Yunioshi, returns for a limited engagement of four performances.
The breakout hit of Sierra Madre Playhouse's winter season, Mr. Yunioshi, returns for a limited engagement of four performances.
Sierra Madre Playhouse to Present Mike Farrell in DR. KEELING'S CURVE in April
Sierra Madre Playhouse will present Dr. Keeling's Curve, written by George Shea, directed by Kirsten Sanderson, and starring Mike Farrell at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre, CA 91024. Performances run April 21- April 23, 2023.
Sierra Madre Playhouse will present Dr. Keeling's Curve, written by George Shea, directed by Kirsten Sanderson, and starring Mike Farrell at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre, CA 91024. Performances run April 21- April 23, 2023.
MR. YUNIOSHI Opens Next Month at Sierra Madre Playhouse
The title Mr. Yunioshi refers to the name of the character portrayed by Mickey Rooney in the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany's, directed by Blake Edwards (Rooney's former roommate). Rooney portrays Audrey Hepburn's neighbor. It is a cringe-inducing characterization, in which Rooney dons yellowface and wears appliances to 'play Asian.'
The title Mr. Yunioshi refers to the name of the character portrayed by Mickey Rooney in the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany's, directed by Blake Edwards (Rooney's former roommate). Rooney portrays Audrey Hepburn's neighbor. It is a cringe-inducing characterization, in which Rooney dons yellowface and wears appliances to 'play Asian.'
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Blake Edwards written?
Blake Edwards has written 1 shows including Victor/Victoria (Source Material).
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