David Walliams
Latest News on David Walliams:
MGCfutures Celebrates 10th Anniversary (Nov 12, 2024)
MGCfutures Bursary Programme Opens Applications For 2024 (Nov 8, 2024)
HORRIBLE HISTORIES: HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS To Play At London's Alexandra Palace Theatre (Oct 15, 2024)
MGCfutures Celebrates 10th Anniversary (Nov 12, 2024)
MGCfutures Bursary Programme Opens Applications For 2024 (Nov 8, 2024)
HORRIBLE HISTORIES: HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS To Play At London's Alexandra Palace Theatre (Oct 15, 2024)
BIO
David Walliams has taken the literary world by storm and his brilliantly funny stories are adored by children the world over. He has achieved unprecedented critical acclaim and quickly developed a reputation as a natural successor to Roald Dahl. His books have been translated into over 45 languages and sold over 9.5 million copies in the UK alone. One of his most successful titles Gangsta Granny was adapted for the stage in November 2015 by Birmingham Stage Company and continued on tour until January 2017.
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2013 - Award for Comedy
David WalliamsA Midsummer Night's Dream
Videos
VIDEO: Get a First Look at BILLIONAIRE BOY at Bloomsbury Theatre in an All New Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2019
STAGE TUBE: Dame Shirley Bassey Celebrates Birthday With Sondheim's Showstopper 'I'm Still Here'
by Julie Musbach - Jan 8, 2017
News
MGCfutures Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Michael Grandage’s charity MGCfutures celebrated their 10th anniversary last Thursday 7 November at St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square. Learn more about the organization here!
Michael Grandage’s charity MGCfutures celebrated their 10th anniversary last Thursday 7 November at St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square. Learn more about the organization here!
MGCfutures Bursary Programme Opens Applications For 2024
Artistic Director of MGC, Michael Grandage has announced that the eighth MGCfutures Bursary Programme will open for applications on 8 November at 12pm and closes on 5 December at 12pm.
Artistic Director of MGC, Michael Grandage has announced that the eighth MGCfutures Bursary Programme will open for applications on 8 November at 12pm and closes on 5 December at 12pm.
HORRIBLE HISTORIES: HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS To Play At London's Alexandra Palace Theatre
HORRIBLE HISTORIES - LIVE ON STAGE returns to London with A HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS, offering a festive theatrical experience. Presented by the Birmingham Stage Company, this show is perfect for holiday entertainment.
HORRIBLE HISTORIES - LIVE ON STAGE returns to London with A HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS, offering a festive theatrical experience. Presented by the Birmingham Stage Company, this show is perfect for holiday entertainment.
David Walliams' AWFUL AUNTIE Visits Brighton Next Week
The bestselling children's author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of the family adventure Awful Auntie from Thu 10 Oct to Sat 12 Oct 2024.
The bestselling children's author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of the family adventure Awful Auntie from Thu 10 Oct to Sat 12 Oct 2024.
AWFUL AUNTIE Comes to Milton Keynes in October
The bestselling children’s author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of the family adventure Awful Auntie.
The bestselling children’s author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new production of the family adventure Awful Auntie.
Mia Overfield Will Play Snow White in Fairfield Halls' Family Panto SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS
Further casting has been announced for this year's pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which will play at Fairfield Halls in the Ashcroft Theatre from 13 December 2024 – 05 January 2025, with a press performance on Sunday 15 December at 3pm.
Further casting has been announced for this year's pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which will play at Fairfield Halls in the Ashcroft Theatre from 13 December 2024 – 05 January 2025, with a press performance on Sunday 15 December at 3pm.
HAIRSPRAY, HEATHERS, and More Set for Autumn Season 2024 at Milton Keynes Theatre
Learn more about the lineup for the Autumn 2024 season at Milton Keynes Theatre, featuring Hairspray, Heathers, 101 Dalmations, and more!
Learn more about the lineup for the Autumn 2024 season at Milton Keynes Theatre, featuring Hairspray, Heathers, 101 Dalmations, and more!
Cast Set For FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD at The Other Palace
The cast has been announced for the empowering hit musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, coming to The Other Palace this summer.
The cast has been announced for the empowering hit musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, coming to The Other Palace this summer.
Darlington Hippodrome Reveals Summer 2024 Season Lineup
The curtain has gone up on Darlington Hippodrome’s new summer season of shows! Learn more about the full season lineup here.
The curtain has gone up on Darlington Hippodrome’s new summer season of shows! Learn more about the full season lineup here.
LIFE OF PI, THE KITE RUNNER & More Set for Everyman Theatre Cheltenham's Full 2024 Season
Discover the exciting line-up of shows and performances at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham. See the full lineup of shows and see how to purchase tickets.
Discover the exciting line-up of shows and performances at Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham. See the full lineup of shows and see how to purchase tickets.
Casting Announced for RSC'S BEN AND IMO, written by Mark Ravenhill
Samuel Barnett and Victoria Yeates will make their Royal Shakespeare Company debuts to play, respectively, Benjamin Britten and Imogen Holst in the Company’s forthcoming production of Ben and Imo, written by Mark Ravenhill and directed by Erica Whyman.
Samuel Barnett and Victoria Yeates will make their Royal Shakespeare Company debuts to play, respectively, Benjamin Britten and Imogen Holst in the Company’s forthcoming production of Ben and Imo, written by Mark Ravenhill and directed by Erica Whyman.
Emma Corrin Becomes Patron Of MGCfutures
MGCfutures has announced that Emma Corrin becomes a patron, joining Judi Dench, Dawn French, Nicole Kidman, Jude Law, Daniel Radcliffe, Simon Russell Beale, Sheridan Smith, Aidan Turner, David Walliams and Ben Whishaw who already support the work of the charity.
MGCfutures has announced that Emma Corrin becomes a patron, joining Judi Dench, Dawn French, Nicole Kidman, Jude Law, Daniel Radcliffe, Simon Russell Beale, Sheridan Smith, Aidan Turner, David Walliams and Ben Whishaw who already support the work of the charity.
Photos: First Look at York Theatre Royal's JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
EastEnders and Goodness Gracious Me star Nina Wadia leads the cast of Jack and the Beanstalk, this year’s fee-fi-fo-FUN family pantomime at York Theatre Royal from December 8 to January 7. Check out all new photos here!
EastEnders and Goodness Gracious Me star Nina Wadia leads the cast of Jack and the Beanstalk, this year’s fee-fi-fo-FUN family pantomime at York Theatre Royal from December 8 to January 7. Check out all new photos here!
Billy Porter Will Perform at the 2023 DKMS Annual Gala
DKMS, a global leader in the fight against blood cancer, will further its mission with a black-tie gala on Thursday, October 19th at New York's Cipriani Wall Street. Billy Porter is set to perform. Learn more about the event and how to attend here!
DKMS, a global leader in the fight against blood cancer, will further its mission with a black-tie gala on Thursday, October 19th at New York's Cipriani Wall Street. Billy Porter is set to perform. Learn more about the event and how to attend here!
EDINBURGH 2023: THE SLIGHTLY ANNOYING ELEPHANT, Debating Hall At Gilded Balloon Teviot
The Slightly Annoying Elephant has been adapted for stage by London's award-winning puppeteers, Little Angel Theatre from the David Walliams book of the same name, illustrated by Tony Ross. The elephant arrives unexpectedly on protagonist Sam’s doorstep creating mayhem in its wake #edfringe #childrenstheatre
The Slightly Annoying Elephant has been adapted for stage by London's award-winning puppeteers, Little Angel Theatre from the David Walliams book of the same name, illustrated by Tony Ross. The elephant arrives unexpectedly on protagonist Sam’s doorstep creating mayhem in its wake #edfringe #childrenstheatre
Michael Grandage Will Direct Penelope Wilton and Luke Evans in the World Première of BACKSTAIRS BILLY
The world première of Marcelo Dos Santos' new play Backstairs Billy looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon.
The world première of Marcelo Dos Santos' new play Backstairs Billy looks at a pivotal moment in the 50 year relationship between the Queen Mother and her loyal servant William “Billy” Tallon.
Kevin Quantum Returns to Edinburgh Fringe
International magic star Kevin Quantum returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with MOMENTUM, a show that rocks the audience with epic stunts and belly laughs.
International magic star Kevin Quantum returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with MOMENTUM, a show that rocks the audience with epic stunts and belly laughs.
Birmingham Stage Company Reveals Cast For West End Return of HORRIBLE HISTORIES: TERRIBLE TUDORS
Birmingham Stage Company has announced the wicked cast for their West End return of Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors - Neal Foster, Emma Swan and Jack Ballard, in this delightfully gruesome production about one of history's most outrageous families.
Birmingham Stage Company has announced the wicked cast for their West End return of Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors - Neal Foster, Emma Swan and Jack Ballard, in this delightfully gruesome production about one of history's most outrageous families.
GREATEST DAYS Comes to the Milton Keynes Theatre in July
The Official Take That Musical Greatest Days, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth. will play at Milton Keynes Theatre from 03 – 08 July.
The Official Take That Musical Greatest Days, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth. will play at Milton Keynes Theatre from 03 – 08 July.
David Walliams' AWFUL AUNTIE Will Embark on Tour in 2024
The bestselling children's author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company are teaming up once again for a brand-new production of Awful Auntie. This is their latest collaboration following Demon Dentist, Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy - and the latter two both received Olivier award nominations.
The bestselling children's author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company are teaming up once again for a brand-new production of Awful Auntie. This is their latest collaboration following Demon Dentist, Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy - and the latter two both received Olivier award nominations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has David Walliams been in?
David Walliams has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has David Walliams been in?
David Walliams has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was David Walliams's first West End show?
David Walliams's first West End show was A Midsummer Night's Dream which opened in 2013
What awards has David Walliams been nominated for?
and Award for Comedy (Evening Standard Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream.
What awards has David Walliams won?
David Walliams has won the Award for Comedy at the Evening Standard Awards for his performance in A Midsummer Night's Dream.
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