Charles MacArthur
Date of Death: April 21, 1956 (60)
Birth Place: Scranton, PA, USA
Latest News on Charles MacArthur:
Ken Ludwig's 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS to Open at Adventure Theatre MTC in December (Nov 4, 2024)
SYCAMORE TREES Cast Recording Featuring Marc Kudisch, Judy Kuhn & More Out This Month (Aug 20, 2024)
Darryl Maximilian Robinson Debuts With Culver City Public Theatre as Bensinger in THE FRONT PAGE (Jun 20, 2024)
Ken Ludwig's 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS to Open at Adventure Theatre MTC in December (Nov 4, 2024)
SYCAMORE TREES Cast Recording Featuring Marc Kudisch, Judy Kuhn & More Out This Month (Aug 20, 2024)
Darryl Maximilian Robinson Debuts With Culver City Public Theatre as Bensinger in THE FRONT PAGE (Jun 20, 2024)
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The Front Page
[ 1931 ] writer
[ 1931 ] writer
Rasputin and the Empress
[ 1932 ] writer
[ 1932 ] writer
Crime Without Passion
[ 1934 ] producer
[ 1934 ] producer
Twentieth Century
[ 1934 ] writer
[ 1934 ] writer
Upperworld
[ 1934 ] writer
[ 1934 ] writer
Once in a Blue Moon
[ 1935 ] producer
[ 1935 ] producer
The Scoundrel
[ 1935 ] producer
[ 1935 ] producer
Spring Tonic
[ 1935 ] writer
[ 1935 ] writer
Barbary Coast
[ 1935 ] writer
[ 1935 ] writer
Soak the Rich
[ 1936 ] producer
[ 1936 ] producer
Wuthering Heights
[ 1939 ] writer
[ 1939 ] writer
Gunga Din
[ 1939 ] writer
[ 1939 ] writer
The Senator Was Indiscreet
[ 1947 ] writer
[ 1947 ] writer
Lulu Belle
[ 1948 ] writer
[ 1948 ] writer
Perfect Strangers
[ 1950 ] writer
[ 1950 ] writer
Billy Rose's Jumbo
[ 1962 ] writer
[ 1962 ] writer
Switching Channels
[ 1988 ] writer
[ 1988 ] writer
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News
Ken Ludwig's 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS to Open at Adventure Theatre MTC in December
Adventure Theatre MTC will continue its 2024-2025 Season with Ken Ludwig’s first-ever children’s play, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Learn more about the production here!
Adventure Theatre MTC will continue its 2024-2025 Season with Ken Ludwig’s first-ever children’s play, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Learn more about the production here!
SYCAMORE TREES Cast Recording Featuring Marc Kudisch, Judy Kuhn & More Out This Month
PS CLASSICS will release the original cast recording of Ricky Ian Gordon’s autobiographical musical Sycamore Trees. Learn more about the musical!
PS CLASSICS will release the original cast recording of Ricky Ian Gordon’s autobiographical musical Sycamore Trees. Learn more about the musical!
Darryl Maximilian Robinson Debuts With Culver City Public Theatre as Bensinger in THE FRONT PAGE
Local Los Angeles Area theatregoers have seen veteran and award-winning actor Darryl Maximilian Robinson appear in numerous roles onstage during his 14 years as a City of Angels thespian. But usually he has performed in small and intimate venues. But this summer he will be sharing his talents in a somewhat larger forum.
Local Los Angeles Area theatregoers have seen veteran and award-winning actor Darryl Maximilian Robinson appear in numerous roles onstage during his 14 years as a City of Angels thespian. But usually he has performed in small and intimate venues. But this summer he will be sharing his talents in a somewhat larger forum.
Theater Alliance Presents POETRY FOR THE PEOPLE: THE JUNE JORDAN EXPEIRENCE
Theater Alliance will present POETRY FOR THE PEOPLE: THE JUNE JORDAN EXPERIENCE, bringing performances into communities throughout Washington, DC.
Theater Alliance will present POETRY FOR THE PEOPLE: THE JUNE JORDAN EXPERIENCE, bringing performances into communities throughout Washington, DC.
Stephanie J. Block, Rob McClure, and More Receive 2024 Helen Hayes Awards
On May 20, 2024, the 40th Helen Hayes Awards took place at The Anthem on the District Wharf, with over 1,600 theatre-makers and theatre supporters in attendance. Learn more about the winners here!
On May 20, 2024, the 40th Helen Hayes Awards took place at The Anthem on the District Wharf, with over 1,600 theatre-makers and theatre supporters in attendance. Learn more about the winners here!
Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
Full Cast & Creative Team Set For ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY At Blank Theatre Company
Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2024 season, ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, music by Cy Coleman, book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.
Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2024 season, ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, music by Cy Coleman, book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.
East Lynne Theater Company To Take Audiences In A 'New Direction' For 2024 Mainstage Season
East Lynne Theater Company in Cape May has just announced an exciting and varied mainstage season for 2024. Learn more about the productions here!
East Lynne Theater Company in Cape May has just announced an exciting and varied mainstage season for 2024. Learn more about the productions here!
Reading of SANCTUARY CITY Comes to Boise Next Month
A reading of Sanctuary City by Martyna Majok will be performed at Boise Contemporary Theatre as part of the 5X5 Reading Series. The reading is set for March 11.
A reading of Sanctuary City by Martyna Majok will be performed at Boise Contemporary Theatre as part of the 5X5 Reading Series. The reading is set for March 11.
Asolo Repertory Theatre and Playwright Ken Ludwig Team Up for New Play LADY MOLLY OF SCOTLAND YARD
Asolo Repertory Theatre is teaming with one of the world’s most produced playwrights, Ken Ludwig, for his newest play Lady Molly of Scotland Yard. Learn more about the partnership and about the new play!
Asolo Repertory Theatre is teaming with one of the world’s most produced playwrights, Ken Ludwig, for his newest play Lady Molly of Scotland Yard. Learn more about the partnership and about the new play!
SANCTUARY CITY By Martyna Majok Opens At Third Rail In March
Third Rail Repertory Theatre presents Sanctuary City by Martyna Majok and directed by Cristi Miles, running March 1 - March 17, 2024 at CoHo Theatre.
Third Rail Repertory Theatre presents Sanctuary City by Martyna Majok and directed by Cristi Miles, running March 1 - March 17, 2024 at CoHo Theatre.
Len Cariou to Star in TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE at Sea Dog Theater
The award-winning Sea Dog Theater will present Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays with Morrie, by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, based on the book by Mitch Albom, directed by Erwin Maas. Learn how to purchase tickets!
The award-winning Sea Dog Theater will present Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays with Morrie, by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, based on the book by Mitch Albom, directed by Erwin Maas. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Annaleigh Ashford, Mark Linn-Baker & More to Star in Red Bull Theater's IMAGINARY INVALID
RED BULL THEATER has revealed the cast for the next offering of a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings: The Imaginary Invalid by Molière.
RED BULL THEATER has revealed the cast for the next offering of a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings: The Imaginary Invalid by Molière.
SPAMALOT, SWEPT AWAY And More Nominated for 2024 Helen Hayes Awards
Tonight, at a celebration honoring outstanding theatre on stages across the Washington area, theatre artists, administrators, patrons, and special guests gathered at the ATLAS Performing Arts Center for Theatre Washington's announcement of nominees for the 40th Helen Hayes Awards.
Tonight, at a celebration honoring outstanding theatre on stages across the Washington area, theatre artists, administrators, patrons, and special guests gathered at the ATLAS Performing Arts Center for Theatre Washington's announcement of nominees for the 40th Helen Hayes Awards.
Blank Theatre Company Announces Their 2024 Season & New Company Members
Blank Theatre Company announces their 2024 season featuring two full-length productions and new additions to the company.
Blank Theatre Company announces their 2024 season featuring two full-length productions and new additions to the company.
Cast & Creative Team Set for DIAL M FOR MURDER at The Guthrie Theater
The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher from the original play by Frederick Knott.
The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher from the original play by Frederick Knott.
Janelle Lawrence to Host MAPPING OUT YOUR MUSICAL Workshop
Facilitator Janelle Lawrence will host a Mapping Out Your Musical workshop on Monday and Wednesdays from December 4th through 23rd from 5pm to 6:30pm EST. Check out all the details here!
Facilitator Janelle Lawrence will host a Mapping Out Your Musical workshop on Monday and Wednesdays from December 4th through 23rd from 5pm to 6:30pm EST. Check out all the details here!
DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE to Play North Coast Repertory Theatre Beginning This Month
Experience the Halloween spirit with North Coast Repertory Theatre's production of 'DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE,' adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson's novella. Directed by Shana Wride, performances run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 12, 2023.
Experience the Halloween spirit with North Coast Repertory Theatre's production of 'DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE,' adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson's novella. Directed by Shana Wride, performances run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 12, 2023.
Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young to Host Arthur Miller Foundation Honors
Don't miss out on the Arthur Miller Foundation Honors event hosted by Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young on November 6. Join the stars and celebrate the achievements of this iconic foundation.
Don't miss out on the Arthur Miller Foundation Honors event hosted by Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young on November 6. Join the stars and celebrate the achievements of this iconic foundation.
George Mason University's School of Theater and College of Visual and Performing Arts' Office of Diversity and Inclusion Host Networking Event
George Mason University’s School of Theater and College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA)’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion will present Cultivating 21st-Century Audiences, a networking event and panel discussion on October 2, 2023 from 4 to 6 p.m. Learn more about the event here!
George Mason University’s School of Theater and College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA)’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion will present Cultivating 21st-Century Audiences, a networking event and panel discussion on October 2, 2023 from 4 to 6 p.m. Learn more about the event here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Charles MacArthur written?
Charles MacArthur has written 11 shows including Lulu Belle (Playwright), Salvation (Playwright), The Front Page (Playwright), Jumbo (Bookwriter), Ladies and Gentlemen (Playwright), Johnny on a Spot (Playwright), Swan Song (Playwright), On the Twentieth Century (Source Material), Windy City (Source Material), On the 20th Century (Source Material), Twentieth Century (Playwright).
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