Charles Dickens
Birth Place: Portsmouth, Hampshire, ENGLAND
Latest News on Charles Dickens:
THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Sets Full Cast Off-Broadway (May 12, 2026)
PlayGround Will Present Works By 2026 YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS CONTEST Winners at Potrero Stage (May 7, 2026)
Zach Theatre Announces 2026/2027 Season (May 7, 2026)
THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Sets Full Cast Off-Broadway (May 12, 2026)
PlayGround Will Present Works By 2026 YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS CONTEST Winners at Potrero Stage (May 7, 2026)
Zach Theatre Announces 2026/2027 Season (May 7, 2026)
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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: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Stars of Broadway & Korea Duet on 'The Way That It Has To Be'
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Video: Patrick McBride Discusses A CHRISTMAS CAROL At Cygnet Theatre on FOX 5
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-12-22 22:59:55
Video: Behind the Scenes of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Alley Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2025-12-22 13:09:50
Video: Watch Highlights from A SHERLOCK CAROL at Westport Country Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-12-19 18:09:13
Video: Andrew Barth Feldman Takes Final Bow in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
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Video: Billy Porter, Hugh Bonneville, & More Star in New Trailer for CHRISTMAS KARMA Musical
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Video: Darren Criss 'Passes the Charger' to Andrew Barth Feldman at MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
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Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Darren Criss and Will Aronson Talk Show's Success on PBS NewsHour
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Video: Dane Laffrey and George Reeve Celebrate Tony Win for Best Scenic Design of a Musical
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Video: West End's OLIVER! Takes the Stage on BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT
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Video: Watch Kristin Chenoweth Perform 'Live Like That' From THE KING OF KINGS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-28 12:26:43
Video: Watch Cincinatti Playhouse in the Park's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Set Be Built
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Video: Helen J Shen Explains What MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Is All About
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Video: Mamie Parris Sings 'The Writing on the Wall' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
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News
THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Sets Full Cast Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Full casting has been announced for J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company's production of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, opening off-Broadway this week. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2026
Full casting has been announced for J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company's production of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, opening off-Broadway this week. Learn more here!
PlayGround Will Present Works By 2026 YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS CONTEST Winners at Potrero Stage
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
PlayGround will present staged readings of four winning plays from its 2026 Young Playwrights Contest at Potrero Stage in San Francisco, featuring works by Bay Area high school students on themes of city life.
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
PlayGround will present staged readings of four winning plays from its 2026 Young Playwrights Contest at Potrero Stage in San Francisco, featuring works by Bay Area high school students on themes of city life.
Zach Theatre Announces 2026/2027 Season
by Sabrina Wallace - May 7, 2026
On Tuesday night, Topfer Theatre was packed for Zach Theater’s 2026-2027 season announcement, and honestly, seeing that many people come out on a school night to celebrate regional theatre felt wonderful. The energy in the room was electric. Austin showed up for the arts.
by Sabrina Wallace - May 7, 2026
On Tuesday night, Topfer Theatre was packed for Zach Theater’s 2026-2027 season announcement, and honestly, seeing that many people come out on a school night to celebrate regional theatre felt wonderful. The energy in the room was electric. Austin showed up for the arts.
THE GETAWAY DRIVER, CYRANO & More Set for Trinity Rep 2026-27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
Trinity Repertory Company has announced its 63rd season, which includes five shows in its subscription series and the theater's 50th anniversary production of A Christmas Carol.
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
Trinity Repertory Company has announced its 63rd season, which includes five shows in its subscription series and the theater's 50th anniversary production of A Christmas Carol.
Spotlight on Plays: May 2026
by Team BWW - May 6, 2026
Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in May 2026.
by Team BWW - May 6, 2026
Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in May 2026.
LIBERATION, THE COLOR PURPLE, and More Set For Zach Theater 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Zach Theater announced its 2026-27 season, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning play LIBERATION, PETER PAN GOES WRONG, THE COLOR PURPLE, and DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID, plus a three-season trilogy of works by women playwrights.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Zach Theater announced its 2026-27 season, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning play LIBERATION, PETER PAN GOES WRONG, THE COLOR PURPLE, and DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID, plus a three-season trilogy of works by women playwrights.
OLIVER! THE MUSICAL Will Come to Artscape Opera House
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Pieter Toerien and Cape Town Opera will present Cameron Mackintosh's OLIVER! at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town, directed by Steven Stead, before transferring to The Teatro at Montecasino in Johannesburg.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Pieter Toerien and Cape Town Opera will present Cameron Mackintosh's OLIVER! at the Artscape Opera House in Cape Town, directed by Steven Stead, before transferring to The Teatro at Montecasino in Johannesburg.
OLIVER! Cast Unveiled At TheatreZone
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
TheatreZone's production of OLIVER! features Actors' Equity performers from New York City alongside Florida favorites, including an 11-year-old in the title role and a Broadway-connected cast bringing Lionel Bart's classic musical to Naples.
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
TheatreZone's production of OLIVER! features Actors' Equity performers from New York City alongside Florida favorites, including an 11-year-old in the title role and a Broadway-connected cast bringing Lionel Bart's classic musical to Naples.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG Will Come to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
A CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will play Milton Keynes Theatre for a limited run, bringing the Mischief Theatre-style comedy chaos to the classic Dickens tale.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
A CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will play Milton Keynes Theatre for a limited run, bringing the Mischief Theatre-style comedy chaos to the classic Dickens tale.
Cast Set For A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM From Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Announces
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company announced the cast and creative team for its 30th anniversary production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, directed by Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler at the Parkman Bandstand on Boston Common.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company announced the cast and creative team for its 30th anniversary production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, directed by Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler at the Parkman Bandstand on Boston Common.
Review: CHAT NOIR, The Lost Estate
by Franco Milazzo - Apr 30, 2026
A band of bohemians pitching up in Kensington would normally have the locals reaching for a bottle of smelling salts. Happily, the only thing being upended here is expectation, as Lost Estate’s Chat Noir slips its latest slice of elegant decadence discreetly into this West London enclave.
by Franco Milazzo - Apr 30, 2026
A band of bohemians pitching up in Kensington would normally have the locals reaching for a bottle of smelling salts. Happily, the only thing being upended here is expectation, as Lost Estate’s Chat Noir slips its latest slice of elegant decadence discreetly into this West London enclave.
LES MISERABLES, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES and More Set for Olney Theatre 26-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2026
Olney Theatre Center has revealed its 2026-27 season featuring a production of La Cage aux Folles directed by Artistic Director Jason Loewith, Les Misérables, directed by Stephen Brackett and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2026
Olney Theatre Center has revealed its 2026-27 season featuring a production of La Cage aux Folles directed by Artistic Director Jason Loewith, Les Misérables, directed by Stephen Brackett and more.
CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG Will Return to the West End, UK Tour, Los Angeles and Australia
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Mischief's CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will return to London's Wyndham's Theatre for a limited West End run, while also embarking on a second UK tour, a North American premiere at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, and an Australian run.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Mischief's CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG will return to London's Wyndham's Theatre for a limited West End run, while also embarking on a second UK tour, a North American premiere at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, and an Australian run.
Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74
by Michelle Nielsen - Apr 28, 2026
What did our critic think of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74?
by Michelle Nielsen - Apr 28, 2026
What did our critic think of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74?
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 GLASS MENAGERIE, DRACULA: A COMEDY IN TERRORS, and BAT BOY, Set For Center REP 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
Center Repertory Company announced its 2026/27 season, DREAMERS & DAREDEVILS, featuring THE GLASS MENAGERIE, DRACULA: A COMEDY IN TERRORS, YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE END OF THE WORLD!, and BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
Center Repertory Company announced its 2026/27 season, DREAMERS & DAREDEVILS, featuring THE GLASS MENAGERIE, DRACULA: A COMEDY IN TERRORS, YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE END OF THE WORLD!, and BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL.
Video: Watch 'Never Fly Away' From MAYBE HAPPY ENDING From Backstage
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending has offered a backstage look at 'Never Fly Away.' In a new social media video, fans can see the view from the wings of the Belasco Theatre as the musicians are revealed in the fan-favorite song.
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending has offered a backstage look at 'Never Fly Away.' In a new social media video, fans can see the view from the wings of the Belasco Theatre as the musicians are revealed in the fan-favorite song.
DISNEY’S MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL in Concert Will Come to Bradford Live
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live to Film is coming to Bradford Live this festive season featuring a screening of the film while the musical score is performed live by an orchestra.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live to Film is coming to Bradford Live this festive season featuring a screening of the film while the musical score is performed live by an orchestra.
Pied Piper Theatre to Present OLIVER! for Its 100th Production Milestone
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026
ARTfactory's Pied Piper Theatre will mark its 100th production with Oliver! at the Hylton Performing Arts Center, featuring over 55 youth performers in Lionel Bart's classic musical based on Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026
ARTfactory's Pied Piper Theatre will mark its 100th production with Oliver! at the Hylton Performing Arts Center, featuring over 55 youth performers in Lionel Bart's classic musical based on Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist.
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, ANNIE and More Set for Hale Centre Theatre Arizona 2026–2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
Hale Centre Theatre Arizona has announced its 2026–2027 season in Gilbert. The lineup will feature musicals and plays including CATCH ME IF YOU CAN and OKLAHOMA!. The season will run throughout the year at the theatre’s Old Town location.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
Hale Centre Theatre Arizona has announced its 2026–2027 season in Gilbert. The lineup will feature musicals and plays including CATCH ME IF YOU CAN and OKLAHOMA!. The season will run throughout the year at the theatre’s Old Town location.
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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