Conor McPherson
Latest News on Conor McPherson:
John Benjamin Hickey & More Complete the Cast of UNCLE VANYA at Berkeley Rep (Dec 19, 2024)
WHISPERING TO DOSTOEVSKY Comes To The Players' Ring Theatre (Dec 18, 2024)
Atlantic Theater Company Unveils 2024 Judith Champion Launch Commissioning Program Writers (Dec 16, 2024)
John Benjamin Hickey & More Complete the Cast of UNCLE VANYA at Berkeley Rep (Dec 19, 2024)
WHISPERING TO DOSTOEVSKY Comes To The Players' Ring Theatre (Dec 18, 2024)
Atlantic Theater Company Unveils 2024 Judith Champion Launch Commissioning Program Writers (Dec 16, 2024)
BIO
Conor was born in Dublin in 1971 and attended University College Dublin where he began to write and direct. Original stage plays include Rum & Vodka, The Good Thief, This Lime Tree Bower, St Nicholas, The Weir (Olivier, Evening Standard and Critics Circle Awards), Dublin Carol, Port Authority, Shining City (Tony Award-nominated), The Seafarer (Tony, Olivier and Evening Standard Award-nominated), The Veil and The Night Alive (New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play). His 2020 adaptation of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya won this year’s South Bank Show Sky Arts Theatre Award and was filmed for broadcast by the BBC and PBS. His 2020 adaptation of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya won this year’s South Bank Show Sky Arts Theatre Award and was filmed for broadcast by the BBC and PBS.
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Book of a Musical
Conor McPherson, Girl From The North Country
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Direction of a Musical
Conor McPherson, Girl From The North Country
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Conor McPherson, Girl from the North Country
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Play
Conor McPherson, The Night Alive
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Direction of a Play
Conor McPherson, The Seafarer
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Play
Conor McPherson, The Seafarer
Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best New Play
Conor McPhersonThe Seafarer
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Play
Conor McPherson, Shining City
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Evening Standard Awards - 1997 - Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright
Conor McPhersonThe Weir
Videos
Exclusive: Watch WAITRESS' Caitlin Houlahan on Tonight's LAW & ORDER: SVU
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2024
Video: Cast Of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY On The Show In Three Words
by Joshua Wright - Jan 23, 2024
Video: Get a First Look at New Footage of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2023
VIDEO: Mare Winningham & Jeannette Bayardelle Discuss Their Meeting With Bob Dylan on WENDY
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022
VIDEO: 'ER' Star Anthony Edwards Makes Broadway Musical Debut as Dr. Walker in GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
by Marissa Tomeo - May 14, 2022
VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Chronicles Their Journey on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2022
VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Spreads Holiday Cheer With 'Winter Wonderland' Performance
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2021
VIDEO: THE GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast on the Importance of Thanksgiving
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2021
Exclusive: Listen to Todd Almond Sing the Title Song From A PONY FOR CHRISTMAS
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2021
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Oct 15, 2021
VIDEO: Go Inside GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY's Reopening Jam Session, Finale Number & More!
by Team BWW - Oct 14, 2021
VIDEO: Hangin' on 44th Street with GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY's Austin Scott & Kimber Elayne Sprawl
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 13, 2021
VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Performs at 'A Great Day in Harlem' Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2021
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer For UNCLE VANYA, the Filmed Production Coming to Cinemas This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2020
News
John Benjamin Hickey & More Complete the Cast of UNCLE VANYA at Berkeley Rep
The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for Conor McPherson’s adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s masterpiece, Uncle Vanya at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. See who is staring and learn how to purchase tickets.
The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for Conor McPherson’s adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s masterpiece, Uncle Vanya at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. See who is staring and learn how to purchase tickets.
WHISPERING TO DOSTOEVSKY Comes To The Players' Ring Theatre
The extraordinary love story of Fyodor Dostoevsky and the woman who became “the architect of his life,” will be on stage at the Players' Ring Theatre from Jan. 3 through the 19, written and directed by Richard McElvain.
The extraordinary love story of Fyodor Dostoevsky and the woman who became “the architect of his life,” will be on stage at the Players' Ring Theatre from Jan. 3 through the 19, written and directed by Richard McElvain.
Atlantic Theater Company Unveils 2024 Judith Champion Launch Commissioning Program Writers
Atlantic Theater Company has unveiled its Judith Champion Launch Commissioning Program writers for 2024, Stephen Brown, Stefani Kuo, and Arun Welandawe-Prematilleke. Learn more about the writers and about the program!
Atlantic Theater Company has unveiled its Judith Champion Launch Commissioning Program writers for 2024, Stephen Brown, Stefani Kuo, and Arun Welandawe-Prematilleke. Learn more about the writers and about the program!
Amphibian Stage Announces New Leadership And More for 2025 Season
Amphibian Stage has announced its 2025 season, packed with powerful plays and returning audience favorites, alongside a pivotal leadership transition that ushers in an exciting new chapter for the organization.
Amphibian Stage has announced its 2025 season, packed with powerful plays and returning audience favorites, alongside a pivotal leadership transition that ushers in an exciting new chapter for the organization.
19 Theater Books for Your Winter 2025 Reading List
From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theater history; check out our collection of 19 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's winter reading list.
From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theater history; check out our collection of 19 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's winter reading list.
Conor McPherson's ST NICHOLAS Comes to The Omnibus Theatre
Strange Fish Theatre will return to the Omnibus Theatre with St Nicholas, a deliciously dark and supernatural tale of vampires roaming the streets of London. Learn more here!
Strange Fish Theatre will return to the Omnibus Theatre with St Nicholas, a deliciously dark and supernatural tale of vampires roaming the streets of London. Learn more here!
Outside Edge Theatre Company's New Scheme Connects Writers With Professional Playwrights
Outside Edge Theatre Company and Nick Hern Books will present Script Club: a new playreading and events initiative to support the development of writers from underrepresented backgrounds.
Outside Edge Theatre Company and Nick Hern Books will present Script Club: a new playreading and events initiative to support the development of writers from underrepresented backgrounds.
Centenary Stage Company's THE WEIR Finishes Its Run This Weekend
Centenary Stage Company, continues their run of Conor McPherson's, The Weir, with performances continuing from October 16 – 20th in the Sitnik Theatre.
Centenary Stage Company, continues their run of Conor McPherson's, The Weir, with performances continuing from October 16 – 20th in the Sitnik Theatre.
Review: Conor McPherson's THE WEIR-A Marvelous Play at Centenary Stage Company
Centenary Stage Company (CSC) is now presenting a marvelous production of Conor McPherson’s The Weir through Sunday, October 20th in the Sitnik Theatre at the Lackland Performing Arts Center.
Centenary Stage Company (CSC) is now presenting a marvelous production of Conor McPherson’s The Weir through Sunday, October 20th in the Sitnik Theatre at the Lackland Performing Arts Center.
Conor McPherson Will Return to The Old Vic With THE BRIGHTENING AIR
The Old Vic has announced The Brightening Air, a new play written and directed by Olivier Award winner Conor McPherson (The Weir, The Seafarer), in his return to the theatre following the multi award-winning Girl from the North Country in 2017.
The Old Vic has announced The Brightening Air, a new play written and directed by Olivier Award winner Conor McPherson (The Weir, The Seafarer), in his return to the theatre following the multi award-winning Girl from the North Country in 2017.
Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Blumenthal Performing Arts
At Belk Theater, with a house twice as large as the venues where GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY played London and Broadway, the touring musical seems more like a distant mirage than a precious rolling stone by a dream team.The Belk's wretched sound further hamstrings Conor McPherson's book and Bob Dylan's music and lyrics.
At Belk Theater, with a house twice as large as the venues where GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY played London and Broadway, the touring musical seems more like a distant mirage than a precious rolling stone by a dream team.The Belk's wretched sound further hamstrings Conor McPherson's book and Bob Dylan's music and lyrics.
Review: THE WEIR at Berkshire Theatre Group
THE WEIR promises an exploration of human connection, the echoes of personal haunting, and the mystical allure of Ireland's folklore, captivating audiences with its hauntingly evocative storytelling. The experience made all the more relevant as we change the calendar to October. THE WEIR continues at the Unicorn Theatre in Lenox.
THE WEIR promises an exploration of human connection, the echoes of personal haunting, and the mystical allure of Ireland's folklore, captivating audiences with its hauntingly evocative storytelling. The experience made all the more relevant as we change the calendar to October. THE WEIR continues at the Unicorn Theatre in Lenox.
Photos: THE WEIR By Conor McPherson Haunts Berkshire Theatre Group
See first look photos of Berkshire Theatre Group's production of The Weir by Tony Award-nominated playwright Conor McPherson.
See first look photos of Berkshire Theatre Group's production of The Weir by Tony Award-nominated playwright Conor McPherson.
Centenary Stage Company Opens First Mainstage Season With THE WEIR
Centenary Stage Company, will open their Professional Theatre Series for 2024-2025 with a production of Conor McPherson’s, The Weir, which will run October 4 – 20th in their Sitnik Theatre.
Centenary Stage Company, will open their Professional Theatre Series for 2024-2025 with a production of Conor McPherson’s, The Weir, which will run October 4 – 20th in their Sitnik Theatre.
Cast Set for Conor McPherson's THE WEIR at Berkshire Theatre Group
Berkshire Theatre Group has revealed the cast for Conor McPherson's THE WEIR, featuring David Adkins, Corinna May, and others. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Berkshire Theatre Group has revealed the cast for Conor McPherson's THE WEIR, featuring David Adkins, Corinna May, and others. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at ASU Gammage
Written and directed by Conor McPherson, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY doesn't feel like other jukebox musicals. If anything, with its engrossing dialog, delivered with a heightened sense of heartbreaking realism from an excellent touring ensemble, you're never quite sure how best to describe the production. Is it a jukebox musical, a drama that wants to be a musical, or a play with music in it?
Written and directed by Conor McPherson, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY doesn't feel like other jukebox musicals. If anything, with its engrossing dialog, delivered with a heightened sense of heartbreaking realism from an excellent touring ensemble, you're never quite sure how best to describe the production. Is it a jukebox musical, a drama that wants to be a musical, or a play with music in it?
Centenary Stage Company to Hold Open Call Auditions for THE WEIR
Centenary Stage company will be holding an open call (AEA & Non-union welcome) for their upcoming production of “The Weir” by Conor McPherson. Learn how to audition.
Centenary Stage company will be holding an open call (AEA & Non-union welcome) for their upcoming production of “The Weir” by Conor McPherson. Learn how to audition.
Burning Coal Theatre Company to Present BRINGING THEM HOME
Burning Coal Theatre Company will present the premiere of Abbe Fralix and Jerome Davis’ Bringing Them Home. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Burning Coal Theatre Company will present the premiere of Abbe Fralix and Jerome Davis’ Bringing Them Home. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Disney's FROZEN & More Lead San Francisco / Bay Area's August 2024 Top Theatre Show
San Francisco / Bay Area 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. Selections for August 2024 include Disney's Frozen and more!
San Francisco / Bay Area 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. Selections for August 2024 include Disney's Frozen and more!
Cast and Creatives Announced For Rachel O'Riordan's Revival of OUR COUNTRY'S GOOD
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for Olivier Award-winning classic Our Country's Good, written by Timberlake Wertenbaker, and directed by Artistic Director Rachel O'Riordan.
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for Olivier Award-winning classic Our Country's Good, written by Timberlake Wertenbaker, and directed by Artistic Director Rachel O'Riordan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Conor McPherson written?
Conor McPherson has written 12 shows including St. Nicholas (Playwright), The Weir (Playwright), This Lime Tree Bower (Playwright), Dublin Carol (Playwright), Shining City (Playwright), The Seafarer (Playwright), Port Authority (Playwright), The Veil (Playwright), The Night Alive (Playwright), The Birds (Playwright), Girl From the North Country (Bookwriter), The Dance of Death (Adaptor).
What awards has Conor McPherson been nominated for?
Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Girl From The North Country, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Girl From The North Country, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Girl from the North Country, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Night Alive, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Seafarer, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Seafarer, Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for The Seafarer, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Shining City and Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright (Evening Standard Awards) for The Weir.
What awards has Conor McPherson won?
Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards for The Weir.
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