Jez Butterworth
Latest News on Jez Butterworth:
STAR WARS On Stage: A Guide to Broadway Stars in a Galaxy Far, Far Away (Apr 11, 2025)
MOBLAND Breaks Records with 8.8 Million Viewers in First Week on Paramount+ (Apr 10, 2025)
Clubbed Thumb Announces Complete SUMMERWORKS Lineup (Apr 7, 2025)
STAR WARS On Stage: A Guide to Broadway Stars in a Galaxy Far, Far Away (Apr 11, 2025)
MOBLAND Breaks Records with 8.8 Million Viewers in First Week on Paramount+ (Apr 10, 2025)
Clubbed Thumb Announces Complete SUMMERWORKS Lineup (Apr 7, 2025)
BIO
Jez Butterworth was born in London in 1969. His plays include Mojo (1995), The Night Heron (2002), The Winterling (2006), Parlour Song (2008), Jerusalem (2009), The River (2012), and The Ferryman (2017). His plays have won two Olivier Awards, three Evening Standard Awards, Four Writer's Guild Awards and Three Critics Circle Awards. In 2007 he was given the E.M. Forster Award by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. His screenwriting credits include Fair Game, Get on Up (2014), Edge of Tomorrow (2014), Black Mass (2015), and Spectre (2015).
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Playwright Jez Butterworth, Director Sam Mendes & The Cast of 'The Hills of California' including Laura Donnelly, Lara McDonnell, Helena Wilson, Nicola Turner, Ophelia Lovibond, Sophia Ally, Nancy Allsop, Leanne Best, Bryan Dick, Richard Short, David Wilson Barnes, Richard Lumsden, Ta’Rea Campbell, Sawyer Barth, Ellyn Heald, Cameron Scoggins, Max Roll, Erin Rose Doyle, Sadie Veach, Liz Pearce, Jessica Baglow, Liam Bixbany and Q. Smith
Date:
09/04/2024
From: Photos: The Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Meets the Press
Playwright Jez Butterworth, Director Sam Mendes & The Cast of 'The Hills of California' including Laura Donnelly, Lara McDonnell, Helena Wilson, Nicola Turner, Ophelia Lovibond, Sophia Ally, Nancy Allsop, Leanne Best, Bryan Dick, Richard Short, David Wilson Barnes, Richard Lumsden, Ta’Rea Campbell, Sawyer Barth, Ellyn Heald, Cameron Scoggins, Max Roll, Erin Rose Doyle, Sadie Veach, Liz Pearce, Jessica Baglow, Liam Bixbany and Q. Smith
Date:
09/04/2024
From: Photos: The Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Meets the Press
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Playwright Jez Butterworth, Director Sam Mendes & The Cast of 'The Hills of California' including Laura Donnelly, Lara McDonnell, Helena Wilson, Nicola Turner, Ophelia Lovibond, Sophia Ally, Nancy Allsop, Leanne Best, Bryan Dick, Richard Short, David Wilson Barnes, Richard Lumsden, Ta’Rea Campbell, Sawyer Barth, Ellyn Heald, Cameron Scoggins, Max Roll, Erin Rose Doyle, Sadie Veach, Liz Pearce, Jessica Baglow, Liam Bixbany and Q. Smith
Date:
09/04/2024
From: Photos: The Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Meets the Press
Playwright Jez Butterworth, Director Sam Mendes & The Cast of 'The Hills of California' including Laura Donnelly, Lara McDonnell, Helena Wilson, Nicola Turner, Ophelia Lovibond, Sophia Ally, Nancy Allsop, Leanne Best, Bryan Dick, Richard Short, David Wilson Barnes, Richard Lumsden, Ta’Rea Campbell, Sawyer Barth, Ellyn Heald, Cameron Scoggins, Max Roll, Erin Rose Doyle, Sadie Veach, Liz Pearce, Jessica Baglow, Liam Bixbany and Q. Smith
Date:
09/04/2024
From: Photos: The Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Meets the Press
Productions
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Awards and Nominations
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Best Play
Jez Butterworth, The Ferryman
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Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Play
Jez Butterworth, The Ferryman
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Play
Jez Butterworth, Jerusalem
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Comedy
Jez ButterworthParlour Song
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Play
Jez ButterworthJerusalem
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Evening Standard Awards - 2009 - Best Play
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Olivier Awards - 1996 - Best Comedy
Jez ButterworthMojo
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Evening Standard Awards - 1995 - Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright
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Videos
Video: Watch Brian d'Arcy James Sing 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2024-12-02 16:20:28
Exclusive Video: Watch a Scene From THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-01 15:00:35
Exclusive Video: Watch a Scene From THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-01 15:00:35
Video: Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Explains the Story Behind the Play
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-25 12:42:59
Video: Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Explains the Story Behind the Play
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-25 12:42:59
VIDEO: James Corden Stars in Prime Video's THE MAMMALS Series Trailer
by Michael Major - 2022-11-07 09:23:44
Video: Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Explains the Story Behind the Play
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-25 12:42:59
VIDEO: James Corden Stars in Prime Video's THE MAMMALS Series Trailer
by Michael Major - 2022-11-07 09:23:44
Video: Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Explains the Story Behind the Play
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-25 12:42:59
VIDEO: James Corden Stars in Prime Video's THE MAMMALS Series Trailer
by Michael Major - 2022-11-07 09:23:44
Living Room Concerts: Fra Fee Performs 'Not While I'm Around' From SWEENEY TODD
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-15 07:12:41
VIDEO: James Corden Stars in Prime Video's THE MAMMALS Series Trailer
by Michael Major - 2022-11-07 09:23:44
Living Room Concerts: Fra Fee Performs 'Not While I'm Around' From SWEENEY TODD
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-15 07:12:41
Tonys TV: Best Play, THE FERRRYMAN's Jez Butterworth and Sonia Friedman
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-10 10:23:05
Living Room Concerts: Fra Fee Performs 'Not While I'm Around' From SWEENEY TODD
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-15 07:12:41
Tonys TV: Best Play, THE FERRRYMAN's Jez Butterworth and Sonia Friedman
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-10 10:23:05
Living Room Concerts: Fra Fee Performs 'Not While I'm Around' From SWEENEY TODD
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-15 07:12:41
Tonys TV: Best Play, THE FERRRYMAN's Jez Butterworth and Sonia Friedman
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-10 10:23:05
Tonys TV: Best Play, THE FERRRYMAN's Jez Butterworth and Sonia Friedman
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-10 10:23:05
TV: Brian d'Arcy James, Holley Fain, Emily Bergl & Company Get Ready to Join THE FERRYMAN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-01-18 10:31:00
TV: Brian d'Arcy James, Holley Fain, Emily Bergl & Company Get Ready to Join THE FERRYMAN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-01-18 10:31:00
TV: What's THE FERRYMAN All About? The Broadway Cast Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-10-04 14:29:57
TV: Brian d'Arcy James, Holley Fain, Emily Bergl & Company Get Ready to Join THE FERRYMAN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-01-18 10:31:00
TV: What's THE FERRYMAN All About? The Broadway Cast Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-10-04 14:29:57
TV: Brian d'Arcy James, Holley Fain, Emily Bergl & Company Get Ready to Join THE FERRYMAN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-01-18 10:31:00
TV: What's THE FERRYMAN All About? The Broadway Cast Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-10-04 14:29:57
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , Today
by BWW
News Desk - 2018-01-26 01:30:00
TV: What's THE FERRYMAN All About? The Broadway Cast Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-10-04 14:29:57
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , Today
by BWW
News Desk - 2018-01-26 01:30:00
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , 1/26
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-15 12:25:27
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , Today
by BWW
News Desk - 2018-01-26 01:30:00
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , 1/26
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-15 12:25:27
VIDEO: THE BAND'S VISIT, Soon To Be a Harold Prince, David Yazbek, Itamar Moses Musical Premiering at The Atlantic
by Michael Dale - 2015-10-14 18:31:28
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , Today
by BWW
News Desk - 2018-01-26 01:30:00
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , 1/26
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-15 12:25:27
VIDEO: THE BAND'S VISIT, Soon To Be a Harold Prince, David Yazbek, Itamar Moses Musical Premiering at The Atlantic
by Michael Dale - 2015-10-14 18:31:28
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , 1/26
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-15 12:25:27
VIDEO: THE BAND'S VISIT, Soon To Be a Harold Prince, David Yazbek, Itamar Moses Musical Premiering at The Atlantic
by Michael Dale - 2015-10-14 18:31:28
Video: Watch Brian d'Arcy James Sing 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2024-12-02 16:20:28
VIDEO: THE BAND'S VISIT, Soon To Be a Harold Prince, David Yazbek, Itamar Moses Musical Premiering at The Atlantic
by Michael Dale - 2015-10-14 18:31:28
Video: Watch Brian d'Arcy James Sing 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2024-12-02 16:20:28
Exclusive Video: Watch a Scene From THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-01 15:00:35
Video: Watch Brian d'Arcy James Sing 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2024-12-02 16:20:28
Exclusive Video: Watch a Scene From THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-01 15:00:35
News
STAR WARS On Stage: A Guide to Broadway Stars in a Galaxy Far, Far Away
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 11, 2025
With the highly anticipated second season of Andor arriving in a few short weeks, we have compiled a list of the most noteworthy Star Wars actors to have graced the Broadway stage over the years.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 11, 2025
With the highly anticipated second season of Andor arriving in a few short weeks, we have compiled a list of the most noteworthy Star Wars actors to have graced the Broadway stage over the years.
MOBLAND Breaks Records with 8.8 Million Viewers in First Week on Paramount+
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2025
Paramount+'s new series MobLand continues to break records. The global premiere of the show delivered 8.8M viewers in its first seven days, quadrupling its audience and making it the biggest global series launch week ever on Paramount+.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2025
Paramount+'s new series MobLand continues to break records. The global premiere of the show delivered 8.8M viewers in its first seven days, quadrupling its audience and making it the biggest global series launch week ever on Paramount+.
Clubbed Thumb Announces Complete SUMMERWORKS Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2025
Tony Award-nominated and Obie Award-winning theater company Clubbed Thumb will present the complete line-up for the 28th SUMMERWORKS festival of new plays.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2025
Tony Award-nominated and Obie Award-winning theater company Clubbed Thumb will present the complete line-up for the 28th SUMMERWORKS festival of new plays.
Review: THE FERRYMAN at Hole In The Wall Theater
by Jared Reynolds - Apr 6, 2025
The Hole in the Wall Theater showed commitment, passion, and heart in bringing The Ferryman to the stage, and it’s a performance well worth seeing. The double doors opened, and the audience is greeted with the authentic interior of the Carney household. This cluttered, yet familiar space immediately brought to mind a large, multi-generational family, rife with chaos, love, and fits of shouting. My goodness, how accurate that turned out to be.
by Jared Reynolds - Apr 6, 2025
The Hole in the Wall Theater showed commitment, passion, and heart in bringing The Ferryman to the stage, and it’s a performance well worth seeing. The double doors opened, and the audience is greeted with the authentic interior of the Carney household. This cluttered, yet familiar space immediately brought to mind a large, multi-generational family, rife with chaos, love, and fits of shouting. My goodness, how accurate that turned out to be.
From London to NYC: See These Olivier Award-Winners on Broadway This Season
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 5, 2025
Stars of London theatre will gather at the Royal Albert Hall to celebrate the Olivier Awards (or the British equivalent of the Tony Awards) and some of the winners will likely reprise their roles on Broadway soon. How do we know? It happens every year! In fact, the 2024/25 Broadway season is already full of Olivier Award-winning (and nominated) productions.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 5, 2025
Stars of London theatre will gather at the Royal Albert Hall to celebrate the Olivier Awards (or the British equivalent of the Tony Awards) and some of the winners will likely reprise their roles on Broadway soon. How do we know? It happens every year! In fact, the 2024/25 Broadway season is already full of Olivier Award-winning (and nominated) productions.
U.S. Amateur Premiere of THE FERRYMAN Comes to Hole in the Wall Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
The first U.S. amateur production of Jez Butterworth's Tony Award-winning play, 'The Ferryman,' will open at Hole in the Wall Theater. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
The first U.S. amateur production of Jez Butterworth's Tony Award-winning play, 'The Ferryman,' will open at Hole in the Wall Theater. Learn more about the show here!
Cast Set For PARLOUR SONG at the Greenwich Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
The cast has been announced for Parlour Song from playwright Jez Butterworth. This darkly comic play will receive its first major London revival since 2009 at Greenwich Theatre in May.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
The cast has been announced for Parlour Song from playwright Jez Butterworth. This darkly comic play will receive its first major London revival since 2009 at Greenwich Theatre in May.
Jin Ha and Laura Donnelly Join Season Two of Apple TV+'s SUGAR
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 7, 2025
Broadway alums Jin Ha and Laura Donnelly are set to appear in the second season of the Apple TV+ series Sugar, which stars Colin Farrell as the titular detective.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 7, 2025
Broadway alums Jin Ha and Laura Donnelly are set to appear in the second season of the Apple TV+ series Sugar, which stars Colin Farrell as the titular detective.
Laura Whitmore and Sophie Melville Will Lead World Premiere of APEX PREDATOR
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast for the world premiere of Apex Predator by John Donnelly which will come to Hampstead's Main Stage in March.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast for the world premiere of Apex Predator by John Donnelly which will come to Hampstead's Main Stage in March.
New Village Arts Announces THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE San Diego Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025
New Village Arts has announced our first production of 2025: the San Diego premiere of THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE to be performed on the Ray Charles Stage in the Conrad Prebys Theatre at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025
New Village Arts has announced our first production of 2025: the San Diego premiere of THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE to be performed on the Ray Charles Stage in the Conrad Prebys Theatre at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center.
The Best Reviewed Broadway Shows of 2024
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 4, 2025
44 Broadway shows opened in 2024, and while not all of them were loved by the critics, there were plenty of standouts all year long. We're breaking down the best Broadway shows of 2024 by month.
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 4, 2025
44 Broadway shows opened in 2024, and while not all of them were loved by the critics, there were plenty of standouts all year long. We're breaking down the best Broadway shows of 2024 by month.
Critics' Choice: Franco Milazzo's Best Shows Of 2024
by Franco Milazzo - Dec 31, 2024
Writing stage reviews is an adventure I have yet to tire of. This year, I sat in the dark and scribbled hieroglyphics into my notebook in a dark room as I watched opera, cabaret, dance, circus, comedy, clowns, musicals, concert films, buckets of immersive shows (theatre, dining, even panto) and even some theatre.
by Franco Milazzo - Dec 31, 2024
Writing stage reviews is an adventure I have yet to tire of. This year, I sat in the dark and scribbled hieroglyphics into my notebook in a dark room as I watched opera, cabaret, dance, circus, comedy, clowns, musicals, concert films, buckets of immersive shows (theatre, dining, even panto) and even some theatre.
THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Concludes Broadway Run Today
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 22, 2024
Broadway says goodbye to The Hills of California, which concludes its limited run at the Broadhurst Theatre following 18 previews and 97 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Boop! The Betty Boop Musical.
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 22, 2024
Broadway says goodbye to The Hills of California, which concludes its limited run at the Broadhurst Theatre following 18 previews and 97 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Boop! The Betty Boop Musical.
THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE San Diego Premiere Announced At New Village Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2024
New Village Arts has announced its first production of 2025: the San Diego premiere of THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE to be performed on the Ray Charles Stage in the Conrad Prebys Theatre at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2024
New Village Arts has announced its first production of 2025: the San Diego premiere of THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE to be performed on the Ray Charles Stage in the Conrad Prebys Theatre at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center
MURDER BALLAD And More To Be Presented At Greenwich Theatre In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
Greenwich Theatre’s 2025 season is packed with theatre, musicals, live music, children’s shows and a magical pantomime. In autumn 2025, the venue will stage Murder Ballad, their first in-house musical in two decades.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
Greenwich Theatre’s 2025 season is packed with theatre, musicals, live music, children’s shows and a magical pantomime. In autumn 2025, the venue will stage Murder Ballad, their first in-house musical in two decades.
Video: Brian d'Arcy James Performs With Daughter, Grace
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024
Broadway veteran Brian d'Arcy James was recently joined on stage by his daughter, Grace, at his concert at Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024
Broadway veteran Brian d'Arcy James was recently joined on stage by his daughter, Grace, at his concert at Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago. Check out the video here!
16 Broadway Shows Will Close in the Next Two Months; Get Your Tickets Now
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 6, 2024
Winter is always a dark time for Broadway... literally. A whopping 16 shows will close for good in the next two months... but this isn't such a surprise.
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 6, 2024
Winter is always a dark time for Broadway... literally. A whopping 16 shows will close for good in the next two months... but this isn't such a surprise.
Video: Watch Brian d'Arcy James Sing 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL at MISCAST
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2024
Watch Brian d'Arcy James sing 'I Miss the Mountains' from Next to Normal at MCC Theater's MISCAST24. Brian d'Arcy James created the role of Dan Goodman in the original Off-Broadway production of Next to Normal. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2024
Watch Brian d'Arcy James sing 'I Miss the Mountains' from Next to Normal at MCC Theater's MISCAST24. Brian d'Arcy James created the role of Dan Goodman in the original Off-Broadway production of Next to Normal. Watch the video!
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by Team BWW - Dec 2, 2024
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Andrew Barth Feldman Joins Joanna Gleason in Joshua Harmon's WE HAD A WORLD
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024
Manhattan Theatre Club has just announced additional casting for its 2025 Off-Broadway season, including Andrew Barth Feldman in the premiere of We Had a World. Check out who else has joined the upcoming season here.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024
Manhattan Theatre Club has just announced additional casting for its 2025 Off-Broadway season, including Andrew Barth Feldman in the premiere of We Had a World. Check out who else has joined the upcoming season here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Jez Butterworth written?
Jez Butterworth has written 6 shows including Mojo (Playwright), The Night Heron (Playwright), Parlour Song (Playwright), Jerusalem (Playwright), The Ferryman (Royal Court) (Playwright), The Hills of California (Playwright).
What awards has Jez Butterworth been nominated for?
Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Ferryman, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Ferryman, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Jerusalem, Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Parlour Song, Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Jerusalem , Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Jerusalem, Best Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Mojo and Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright (Evening Standard Awards) for Mojo.
What awards has Jez Butterworth won?
Jez Butterworth has won several prestigious awards, including Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Ferryman, Best Play at the Tony Awards for The Ferryman, and Best Play at the Evening Standard Awards for Jerusalem. Additionally, he received the Best Comedy award at the Olivier Awards for Mojo and the Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards for Mojo.
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