Charles Dickens
Date of Death: June 09, 1870 (58)
Birth Place: Portsmouth, Hampshire, ENGLAND
Latest News on Charles Dickens:
Reboot Theatre Company To Stage OLIVER! (Feb 27, 2025)
Alley Theatre to Host Open Auditions For Its 2025-2026 Season (Feb 26, 2025)
DANCING AT LUGHNASA, CONSUMED, and More Set For Sheffield Theatres 2025/26 Season (Feb 26, 2025)
Reboot Theatre Company To Stage OLIVER! (Feb 27, 2025)
Alley Theatre to Host Open Auditions For Its 2025-2026 Season (Feb 26, 2025)
DANCING AT LUGHNASA, CONSUMED, and More Set For Sheffield Theatres 2025/26 Season (Feb 26, 2025)
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David Melville (Charles Dickens), Matt August (Director), Randall Arney (Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director), Ken Novice (Geffen Playhouse Managing Director), Pamela Robinson Hollander (Geffen Playhouse Board of Directors Co-Chair), Scott Carter (Playwrig
Date:
10/16/2014
From: Photo Flash: 'THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO...' Celebrates Opening Night at the Geffen
Awards and Nominations
winner
Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Entertainment
Charles DickensA Christmas Carol
winner
Olivier Awards - 1980 - Play of the Year
Charles DickensThe Life And Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
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Video: Watch Cincinatti Playhouse in the Park's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Set Be Built
by Michael Major - 2024-11-14 13:32:19
Video: Helen J Shen Explains What MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Is All About
by Joey Mervis - 2024-06-28 11:20:49
Video: Mamie Parris Sings 'The Writing on the Wall' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-22 11:58:19
Video: Watch a Trailer for LONDON TIDE at the National Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-18 16:05:37
Video: Liz McCartney Sings 'The Wages of Sin' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-18 15:28:26
Video: Watch 'Off To The Races' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-07 13:48:01
Video: Watch 'Both Sides of the Coin' from THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-04 16:06:26
VIDEO: Mamie Parris & More Rehearsing THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-02 10:27:47
Video: Writer Rupert Holmes on THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-12 16:03:06
VIDEO: Watch The Making of Jacob Marley from Hartford Stage's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-25 12:05:42
VIDEO: The Guthrie's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Releases Teaser Featuring Choreographer Regina Peluso
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-05 15:09:18
Video: Watch Jenny Fitzpatrick Perform 'As Long As He Needs Me' From OLIVER! at Leeds Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-10-31 22:14:34
VIDEO: Watch Rehearsal Footage from The Guthrie's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-22 14:00:10
Video: Get a Behind the Scenes Look at A CHRISTMAS CAROL With the Creative Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-06-06 11:30:09
Exclusive: Eddie Izzard Opens Up About a Life in the Theatre
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-02-03 13:14:24
Exclusive: Hear Two Tracks From the SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack
by Michael Major - 2022-12-15 09:44:29
News
Reboot Theatre Company To Stage OLIVER!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2025
The award-winning Reboot Theatre Company, in association with Theatre Off Jackson, by special arrangement with Cameron Mackintosh, will present Lionel Bart’s Oliver!, a musical adaptation Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2025
The award-winning Reboot Theatre Company, in association with Theatre Off Jackson, by special arrangement with Cameron Mackintosh, will present Lionel Bart’s Oliver!, a musical adaptation Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens.
Alley Theatre to Host Open Auditions For Its 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025
2025-26 Seasonal Auditions for Houston actors will be at Alley Theatre. Auditions will be for AEA and non-AEA adult actors, ages 18 and older. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025
2025-26 Seasonal Auditions for Houston actors will be at Alley Theatre. Auditions will be for AEA and non-AEA adult actors, ages 18 and older. Learn more and see how to attend.
DANCING AT LUGHNASA, CONSUMED, and More Set For Sheffield Theatres 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
Sheffield Theatres has announced Elizabeth Newman’s inaugural season of shows as Artistic Director, with new productions running from autumn 2025 to summer 2026 in the Crucible Theatre and Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
Sheffield Theatres has announced Elizabeth Newman’s inaugural season of shows as Artistic Director, with new productions running from autumn 2025 to summer 2026 in the Crucible Theatre and Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse.
New Musical ICEBOY!, THEATER OF THE MIND World Premieres and More Set for Goodman Theatre Centennial Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
Goodman Theatre has announced a celebratory season that sets a the stage for The Goodman’s second century featuring six world-premieres (including two musicals) and one revival, a major new downtown cultural attraction and three annual productions and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
Goodman Theatre has announced a celebratory season that sets a the stage for The Goodman’s second century featuring six world-premieres (including two musicals) and one revival, a major new downtown cultural attraction and three annual productions and more.
New Musical KANNON GETS THE WIGGLES Presented By Actors Theatre Of Indiana's LAB Series
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
The Actors Theatre of Indiana LAB Series returns with Kannon Gets the Wiggles by Gavin Thomas Drew and Chapman Shields, Music by Rolin Mains, Lyrics by Gavin Thomas Drew and Rolin Mains.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
The Actors Theatre of Indiana LAB Series returns with Kannon Gets the Wiggles by Gavin Thomas Drew and Chapman Shields, Music by Rolin Mains, Lyrics by Gavin Thomas Drew and Rolin Mains.
THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Comes to City Circle Theatre Company in May
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
The Mystery of Edwin Drood is coming to City Circle Theatre Company in May. Performances will run May 2-4 and 9-11, 2025. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
The Mystery of Edwin Drood is coming to City Circle Theatre Company in May. Performances will run May 2-4 and 9-11, 2025. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
ANGELS IN AMERICA, World Premiere Musical and More Announced for Provincetown Theater 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025
The Provincetown Theater has announced a packed roster of five productions for its 2025 season.The season begins with Angels in America, Part I: Millennium Approaches, opening on May 8, 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025
The Provincetown Theater has announced a packed roster of five productions for its 2025 season.The season begins with Angels in America, Part I: Millennium Approaches, opening on May 8, 2025
Alley Theatre Reveals 2025-26 Season Featuring ENGLISH by Sanaz Toossi and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025
Alley Theatre has revealed its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025
Alley Theatre has revealed its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.
THE DA VINCI CODE, MISERY And More Announced for Alley Theatre 79th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.
THE COLOR PURPLE, DRACULA And More Announced for Kansas City Repertory Theatre 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced a diverse lineup of shows for its 2025-2026 season. The season begins with a musical adaptation of a beloved American novel, followed by a sultry, spooky classic, and a hilarious, but heartfelt, family comedy.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced a diverse lineup of shows for its 2025-2026 season. The season begins with a musical adaptation of a beloved American novel, followed by a sultry, spooky classic, and a hilarious, but heartfelt, family comedy.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to the Lyric Theatre This Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025
Lyric’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL will return for 2025 this holiday season! Everyone’s favorite holiday tradition will return in Lyric’s 2025 edition of Charles Dickens’ magical tale.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025
Lyric’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL will return for 2025 this holiday season! Everyone’s favorite holiday tradition will return in Lyric’s 2025 edition of Charles Dickens’ magical tale.
COME FROM AWAY & More Set for Milwaukee Rep 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed its inaugural season of the Associated Bank Theater Center, its new home for entertaining, provoking, and engaging theater. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed its inaugural season of the Associated Bank Theater Center, its new home for entertaining, provoking, and engaging theater. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
LEGALLY BLONDE, LIFE OF PI, and More Set For Citadel Theatre's 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
The Citadel Theatre has announced a brand-new season of theatre. From familiar classics to new and groundbreaking scripts, learn more about the 2025/26 Season here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
The Citadel Theatre has announced a brand-new season of theatre. From familiar classics to new and groundbreaking scripts, learn more about the 2025/26 Season here!
Cygnet Theatre Announces Lineup For Season 21 + Opening Date For New Contemporary Home
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025
Cygnet Theatre has announced its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. The lineup will feature four musicals and two plays, including several award-winning and critically acclaimed productions.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025
Cygnet Theatre has announced its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. The lineup will feature four musicals and two plays, including several award-winning and critically acclaimed productions.
Feature: ARKANSAS THEATRE YEAR IN REVIEW FOR 2024
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 22, 2025
Welcome to my 2024 Broadway World Year in Review. It’s been a busy year, and I’m having a great time. This year I’ve written 174 articles (175 counting this one), which is up 30 articles from last year. Thank you for allowing me into your world and entertaining me.
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 22, 2025
Welcome to my 2024 Broadway World Year in Review. It’s been a busy year, and I’m having a great time. This year I’ve written 174 articles (175 counting this one), which is up 30 articles from last year. Thank you for allowing me into your world and entertaining me.
Cygnet Theatre Unveils 21st Season At New Contemporary Permanent Home, The Joan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025
Cygnet Theatre has revealed its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025
Cygnet Theatre has revealed its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: OLIVER!, Gielgud Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 15, 2025
After blowing audiences away in Chichester, Matthew Bourne’s addictive version of Lionel Bart’s beloved OLIVER! lands in the West End in truly glorious form.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 15, 2025
After blowing audiences away in Chichester, Matthew Bourne’s addictive version of Lionel Bart’s beloved OLIVER! lands in the West End in truly glorious form.
OLIVER! Extends Run at The Gielgud Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's iconic musical, Oliver! will extend booking through until Sunday 29 March 2026. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's iconic musical, Oliver! will extend booking through until Sunday 29 March 2026. Learn more about the production here!
Listen: OLIVER! 2024 London Cast Recording Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 10, 2025
The new 2024 cast recording from the London company of Oliver! is now available on digital. Recorded in front of live audiences at Chichester Festival Theatre last year, the recording features iconic songs like “Food, Glorious Food”, “Consider Yourself”, and more. Listen to it here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 10, 2025
The new 2024 cast recording from the London company of Oliver! is now available on digital. Recorded in front of live audiences at Chichester Festival Theatre last year, the recording features iconic songs like “Food, Glorious Food”, “Consider Yourself”, and more. Listen to it here!
OLIVER! Comes to Theatre Tulsa This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Theatre Tulsa will present Lionel Bart's beloved musical Oliver! at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center this month. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Theatre Tulsa will present Lionel Bart's beloved musical Oliver! at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center this month. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Charles Dickens written?
Charles Dickens has written 20 shows including Oliver! (Source Material), Comin' Uptown (Source Material), Copperfield (Source Material), A Christmas Carol (Source Material), The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Source Material), The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby (Playwright), A Tale of Two Cities (Source Material), A Christmas Carol (Playwright), A Christmas Carol (Source Material), Scrooge (Source Material), A Celtic Christmas (Material), A Tale of Two Cities (Source Material), A Christmas Carol (Source Material), Great Expectations (Source Material), Twist: Please, Sir, May I Have Some More? (Source Material), Hard Times (Source Material), A Christmas Carol with Simon Callow (Author), A Tale of Two Cities (Source Material), Oliver Twist (Source Material), Charles Dickens' Great Expectations (Author).
What awards has Charles Dickens been nominated for?
Charles Dickens has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of the notable nominations include Best Entertainment at the Olivier Awards for his work on "A Christmas Carol" and Play of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "The Life And Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby." These nominations highlight the recognition and acclaim that Dickens' works have received in the theatrical world.
What awards has Charles Dickens won?
Charles Dickens has won several awards for his works. These include the Best Entertainment award at the Olivier Awards for his play "A Christmas Carol" and the Play of the Year award at the Olivier Awards for "The Life And Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby."
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