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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Production, 1999
Himself

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2015]
Playwright
 
[West End, 2014]
Writer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1989]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1987]
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[Off-Broadway, 1985]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1983]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1982]
Director

Writing

Bookwriter
Playwright
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Author
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Bookwriter

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play

David Hare, Skylight

Olivier Awards - 2001 - BBC Award for Best New Play

David HareMy Zinc Bed


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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding One-Person Solo Performance

David Hare, Via Dolorosa


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Drama League Awards - 1999 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre

Sir David Hare


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Special Citation

David Hare, Amy's View


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Special Citation

David Hare, The Blue Room


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Special Citation

David Hare, Via Dolorosa

Olivier Awards - 1999 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

David HareThe Blue Room


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Solo Performance

David Hare, Via Dolorosa

Olivier Awards - 1998 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

David HareAmy's View


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Foreign Play

David Hare, Skylight

Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Play

David Hare, Skylight


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Olivier Awards - 1996 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

David HareSkylight

Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Play

David Hare, Racing Demon


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Olivier Awards - 1990 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

David HareRacing Demon

Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding New Play

David Hare, The Secret Rapture

Olivier Awards - 1988 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

David HareThe Secret Rapture

Olivier Awards - 1985 - Comedy of the Year

David HarePravda


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Best Foreign Play

David Hare, Plenty

Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Play

David Hare, Plenty

Olivier Awards - 1978 - Play of the Year

David HarePlenty

Videos

News


Judges and Date Set For The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

The organizers of The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize have announced that the playwriting award will be presented at an invitation-only event on Monday, March 10 at Playwrights Horizons in New York City. Learn more here!
THE FORD'S THEATRE LEGACY COMMISSIONS: A FIRST LOOK to Take Place in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024

Ford's Theatre will present The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions: A First Look, designed to serve as an artistic incubator for stories about unsung heroes responsible for changing the course of civil rights and equality in American life. Learn more!
Professor Christian Parker Expands Definition of Dramaturgy at Columbia University School of the Arts
by Team BWW - Nov 26, 2024

In classes led by Professor of Professional Practice in Theatre Christian Parker ’98, students soon learn their first surprising lesson: as dramaturgs, they are expected to get creatively involved.
TELHADOS DE VIDRO is Now Playing at Teatro da Trindade
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2024

No original Skylight, Telhados de Vidro é um intenso e provocador drama contemporâneo, sobre poder, política e paixão.
TELHADOS DE VIDRO Returns to Teatro da Trindade in December
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024

No original Skylight, Telhados de Vidro é um intenso e provocador drama contemporâneo, sobre poder, política e paixão.
David Hare's BEAT THE DEVIL Set for Audible Release
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 4, 2024

Beat the Devil, the autobiographical play by writer David Hare, will be coming to Audible on October 24. Hare will perform his play, following an introduction from Audible founder Don Katz.
The T.S. Eliot Lecture 2024 Will Feature Ralph Fiennes
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2024

The ninth annual T.S. Eliot Lecture on December 15th at 6pm will feature Ralph Fiennes reading and then discussing his relationship with T.S. Eliot’s poem Four Quartets, marking the 80th anniversary of its first publication as a single volume in 1944. 
Everything We Know About Netflix's SPELLBOUND Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 1, 2024

Spellbound, an animated fantasy musical, will be arriving on November 22. Ahead of its release, BroadwayWorld has collected all the information available about the upcoming film including who's lending their voices to the characters, who wrote the new songs, and where to see it in November.
Playhouse Creatures Theatre Company to Present 2024/25 Season Premiere VIA DOLOROSA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2024

Playhouse Creatures Theatre Company will present VIA DOLOROSA. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Hightide Reveals Alan Bookbinder As New Chair Of The Board
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2024

HighTide has announced the appointment of Alan Bookbinder as Chair of the Board. Bookbinder will take over from Tim Clark who steps down as Chair this Autumn.
TELHADOS DE VIDRO Comes ot Teatro da Trindade in September
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2024

No original Skylight, Telhados de Vidro é um poderoso e provocador drama contemporâneo, sobre poder, política e paixão.
Del Hughes Awards Honorees for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management, The Founders Award & Special Recognition Award Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management.
theSpaceUK Reveals 2024 Programme For Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2024

theSpaceUK has announced the full 2024 programme with over 400 shows on sale at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The 2024 line-up features the return of Fringe favourites and a packed programme of new writing and companies. 
Review: Exquisite THE HOURS by Puts Triumphs Again at the Met under Watanabe
by Richard Sasanow - May 13, 2024

When I first heard Kevin Puts’s gorgeous, melodic score for THE HOURS back in 2022, I was blown away, thinking it was almost too good to be true. Could it be a classic? I wanted to hear it again, though not too soon, to give it a chance to settle in its own skin. Lucky us—lucky me—that the Met brought it back so quickly. It reminded me that first impressions are sometimes on the mark.
Shayok Misha Chowdhury and Frances Ya-Chu Cowhig Recieve Whiting Awards For Drama
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024

This year's recipients in the category of Drama for the Whiting Awards are Shayok Misha Chowdhury and Frances Ya-Chu Cowhig. 
theSpaceUK Announces Another 150 Shows on Sale at The Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024

theSpaceUK continues its tradition of championing new writing with an eclectic array of shows that promise to entertain, enlighten, and engage. From stand-up comedy to poignant dramas, musical mayhem to physical theatre, there's something for every taste.
GRACE PERVADES and AS YOU LIKE IT Set For The Ralph Fiennes / Theatre Royal Bath Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2024

Theatre Royal Bath has announced the opening productions of the Ralph Fiennes / Theatre Royal Bath season taking place from June 2025. Learn more about both upcoming shows here!
a.k. payne, Jasmine Naziha Jones & More Named as Finalists for 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024

The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed the finalists for this prestigious international award honoring women+ playwrights.
Strollers' Theatre to Present MOTHER COURAGE AND HER CHILDREN in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024

'Discover the thought-provoking Strollers' Theatre production of Mother Courage and Her Children, a multi-media exploration of America's role in global war.
Cast and Creative Team Set for ESCAPED ALONE World Premiere at Yale Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2024

Yale Repertory Theatre will continue its 2023–24 Season with Escaped Alone by Caryl Churchill, directed by Liz Diamond.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has David Hare been in?

David Hare has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has David Hare been in?

David Hare has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has David Hare been nominated for?

Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for Skylight, BBC Award for Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for My Zinc Bed, Outstanding One-Person Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Via Dolorosa, Unique Contribution to the Theatre (Drama League Awards), Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Amy's View, Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Blue Room, Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Via Dolorosa, BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Blue Room, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Via Dolorosa, BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Amy's View, Best Foreign Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Skylight, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Skylight, BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Skylight , Best Play (Tony Awards) for Racing Demon, BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Racing Demon, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Secret Rapture, BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Secret Rapture, Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Pravda, Best Foreign Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Plenty, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Plenty and Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Plenty.

What awards has David Hare won?

David Hare has received several prestigious awards, including Outstanding One-Person Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for Via Dolorosa. He was honored with a Unique Contribution to the Theatre award from the Drama League Awards. Additionally, he received Special Citations from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Amy's View, The Blue Room, and Via Dolorosa. Hare also won Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Via Dolorosa, as well as Best Foreign Play from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Skylight and Plenty. He earned the BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for both Skylight and Racing Demon.

How many shows has David Hare written?

David Hare has written 19 shows including Slag (Playwright), Plenty (Playwright), A Map of the World (Playwright), The Knife (Bookwriter), The Knife (Bookwriter), The Secret Rapture (Playwright), Racing Demon (Playwright), Skylight (Playwright), The Judas Kiss (Playwright), The Blue Room (Playwright), Via Dolorosa (Playwright), Amy's View (Playwright), Stuff Happens (Playwright), The Vertical Hour (Playwright), The Power of Yes (Playwright), A View from Islington North (Writer), The Moderate Soprano (Playwright), Peter Gynt (Playwright), Straight Line Crazy (Playwright).

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