John Carney
Latest News on John Carney:
ONCE Comes to TheatreZone in Naples (Dec 10, 2024)
SING STREET and More Set For Lyric Hammersmith's 130th Anniversary Season (Oct 9, 2024)
SING STREET to Transfer to London in Summer 2025 (Oct 8, 2024)
ONCE Comes to TheatreZone in Naples (Dec 10, 2024)
SING STREET and More Set For Lyric Hammersmith's 130th Anniversary Season (Oct 9, 2024)
SING STREET to Transfer to London in Summer 2025 (Oct 8, 2024)
BIO
John Carney is a Dublin-based writer director who came to the world’s attention following the box office hit and critically acclaimed musical feature film Once, which garnered multiple Independent Spirit, Sundance and Raindance awards. Previously, John was a bassist in the Irish rock band the Frames, where he met Glen Hansard. These musical roots continue to be evident in John’s work with his latest production, Can a Song Save Your Life?, heading into production in NYC in 2012. Other upcoming projects include Dogs of Babel for David Heyman and Nathan Kahane starring Steve Carell and a feature adaptation of M.R. James’s Casting the Runes for Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.
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Video: Watch Joseph Gordon-Levitt in the Trailer for New Movie Musical FLORA & SON From ONCE Creator John Carney
by Michael Major - Aug 23, 2023
VIDEO: SING STREET Releases Music Video for 'Riddle of the Model'; Announces New Release Date for Cast Recording
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2020
VIDEO: Watch the New Music Video for SING STREET's 'Drive It Like You Stole It'
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 3, 2020
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video for 'Up' from Broadway-Bound SING STREET
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 21, 2020
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video For 'Falling Slowly' From ONCE Ahead of the UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2019
VIDEO: Amazon Prime Releases Trailer for MODERN LOVE Starring Anne Hathaway, Tina Fey, John Gallagher, Jr., Cristin Milioti, and More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 12, 2019
STAGE TUBE: Nearly 1,000 Guitarists Play ONCE's 'Falling Slowly' in Toronto
by Stage Tube - Apr 24, 2015
News
ONCE Comes to TheatreZone in Naples
Naples’ TheatreZone will kick off its 20th season with its production of Once, the 2012 Tony Award-winning Best Musical. The musical is a romance set in Ireland with a multi-talented cast who are also the show’s on-stage orchestra.
Naples’ TheatreZone will kick off its 20th season with its production of Once, the 2012 Tony Award-winning Best Musical. The musical is a romance set in Ireland with a multi-talented cast who are also the show’s on-stage orchestra.
SING STREET and More Set For Lyric Hammersmith's 130th Anniversary Season
2025 marks the 130th birthday of the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and the theatre has announced its new season of work that showcases the bold, original storytelling that has kept this Frank Matcham auditorium at the heart of West London and UK theatre for over a century.
2025 marks the 130th birthday of the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and the theatre has announced its new season of work that showcases the bold, original storytelling that has kept this Frank Matcham auditorium at the heart of West London and UK theatre for over a century.
SING STREET to Transfer to London in Summer 2025
Sing Street, which initially premiered Off-Broadway in New York, will transfer to the Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith in summer 2025! Learn more about the production!
Sing Street, which initially premiered Off-Broadway in New York, will transfer to the Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith in summer 2025! Learn more about the production!
Photos: Tony-Winning Musical ONCE At Rubicon Theatre
Rubicon Theatre is presenting the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE. See photos from the production.
Rubicon Theatre is presenting the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE. See photos from the production.
ONCE Comes to Rubicon Theatre This Month
Rubicon Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the grand finale of the company’s 25th Anniversary Season, the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE.
Rubicon Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the grand finale of the company’s 25th Anniversary Season, the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE.
ONCE to be Presented at Rubicon Theatre Company This Fall
Rubicon Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the grand finale of the company’s 25th Anniversary Season, the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Rubicon Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the grand finale of the company’s 25th Anniversary Season, the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Lionsgate to Release Paul Rudd/Nick Jonas Musical Comedy POWER BALLAD
Power Ballad, the new musical comedy starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, has been picked up by Lionsgate. The studio is set to release the film in North America, the UK, and Ireland.
Power Ballad, the new musical comedy starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, has been picked up by Lionsgate. The studio is set to release the film in North America, the UK, and Ireland.
Video: Get A First Look At ONCE at Syracuse Stage
Get a first look at Syracuse Stage's production of Once, the irresistible Tony-award winning musical based on John Carney's beloved 2007 Oscar-winning film.
Get a first look at Syracuse Stage's production of Once, the irresistible Tony-award winning musical based on John Carney's beloved 2007 Oscar-winning film.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 3, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 3, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 3, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas to Star in Musical Comedy from ONCE Director
Deadline has reported that Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas will appear in a new musical comedy from John Carney, director of Once and Sing Street. The film, titled Power Ballad, is said to tell 'the story of a wedding singer (Rudd), a rock star (Jonas), and the song that comes between them.' The musical, which is currently filming in Dublin, will hit the Cannes market this month.
Deadline has reported that Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas will appear in a new musical comedy from John Carney, director of Once and Sing Street. The film, titled Power Ballad, is said to tell 'the story of a wedding singer (Rudd), a rock star (Jonas), and the song that comes between them.' The musical, which is currently filming in Dublin, will hit the Cannes market this month.
Syracuse Stage Closes 50th Season With ONCE
Syracuse Stage concludes its 50th season with the popular musical ONCE. Dive into the captivating performances and unforgettable music as this iconic theater wraps up its golden anniversary.
Syracuse Stage concludes its 50th season with the popular musical ONCE. Dive into the captivating performances and unforgettable music as this iconic theater wraps up its golden anniversary.
VENTURA LIVE! Comes To Rubicon Theatre Company Beginning Next Month
Rubicon Theatre Company has announced the launch of its new special event series, “VENTURA LIVE! Music, Laughter and Magic,” featuring one-night and short-run concerts, jam sessions, new play readings, magic nights, comedy, and much more.
Rubicon Theatre Company has announced the launch of its new special event series, “VENTURA LIVE! Music, Laughter and Magic,” featuring one-night and short-run concerts, jam sessions, new play readings, magic nights, comedy, and much more.
Cast and Creative Team Set for ONCE at Wilbury Theatre Group
Wilbury Theatre Group has revealed the cast for upcoming production of Tony Award-winning musical Once. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Wilbury Theatre Group has revealed the cast for upcoming production of Tony Award-winning musical Once. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Naples' TheatreZone Reveals 20th Season Lineup
TheatreZone, Naples' premier professional theatre company, has announced its 2024-2025 musical productions.
TheatreZone, Naples' premier professional theatre company, has announced its 2024-2025 musical productions.
Immersive ONCE Comes to Lachat Town Farm in Weston This Month
Opening this upcoming St. Patrick's Day weekend, the team behind the recent productions of “Adventures in Oz” and “Village of the Damned” at Lachat will utilize the farm's natural beauty to create the fields, streets, and music halls of Ireland that once inspired the likes of Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett and Van Morrison.
Opening this upcoming St. Patrick's Day weekend, the team behind the recent productions of “Adventures in Oz” and “Village of the Damned” at Lachat will utilize the farm's natural beauty to create the fields, streets, and music halls of Ireland that once inspired the likes of Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett and Van Morrison.
Jen Jacob Stars in Bold and Controversial One-Woman Play FORCE At Chain Theatre
Jen Jacob stars in the bold and controversial one-woman play 'Force' coming to NYC. Written and directed by Dan Brown, this dark drama explores sensitive subject matter for a unique and engaging theater experience.
Jen Jacob stars in the bold and controversial one-woman play 'Force' coming to NYC. Written and directed by Dan Brown, this dark drama explores sensitive subject matter for a unique and engaging theater experience.
Previews: ROXY'S DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCES THEIR 2024-25 SEASON! at Roxy's Downtown
Roxy's Downtown Artistic Director Rick Bumgardner announced the highly anticipated 2024/25 season today, bringing cutting-edge theater to the heart of the country. Roxy’s has introduced audiences to innovative new works since 2014 and this season is no exception.
Roxy's Downtown Artistic Director Rick Bumgardner announced the highly anticipated 2024/25 season today, bringing cutting-edge theater to the heart of the country. Roxy’s has introduced audiences to innovative new works since 2014 and this season is no exception.
Lineup of Star Magicians Set For Millennium Magic 2023
Magic Castle magicians George Tovar and Jeanine Anderson host and perform at our extravaganza of magic and illusion, Millennium Magic 2023.
Magic Castle magicians George Tovar and Jeanine Anderson host and perform at our extravaganza of magic and illusion, Millennium Magic 2023.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish & More Nominated For HMMA Awards
The 14th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards 2023 nominations have been announced, with artists like Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, and Metro Boomin receiving nominations. Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alan Menken, The Little Mermaid, Theater Camp, and more are coming nominees for this year's awards.
The 14th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards 2023 nominations have been announced, with artists like Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Timberlake, and Metro Boomin receiving nominations. Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alan Menken, The Little Mermaid, Theater Camp, and more are coming nominees for this year's awards.
Streaming Review: Flora & Her Son Make War And Then Make Music In John Carney's FLORA AND SON On Apple TV+
The writing knits together the disparate lives of the characters to show the transformative power of music.
The writing knits together the disparate lives of the characters to show the transformative power of music.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has John Carney written?
John Carney has written 2 shows including Once (Source Material), Sing Street (Composer).
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