John Carney
Latest News on John Carney:
ONCE Begins Performances at Le Petit Theatre In June (May 27, 2026)
Photos: Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd Attend New York POWER BALLAD Screening (May 20, 2026)
POWER BALLAD Soundtrack Featuring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Sets Release (May 19, 2026)
ONCE Begins Performances at Le Petit Theatre In June (May 27, 2026)
Photos: Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd Attend New York POWER BALLAD Screening (May 20, 2026)
POWER BALLAD Soundtrack Featuring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Sets Release (May 19, 2026)
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 a New Trailer for POWER BALLAD with Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-23 10:31:30
Video: Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Sing in First Trailer for POWER BALLAD
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-11 11:20:37
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-28 10:37:01
Video: James Corden Talks Returning to Broadway in ART, Reflects on Hosting THE LATE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-10 14:49:22
Video: Adam Hunter Performs 'Outside' Ahead of SING STREET UK Premiere
by Stephi Wild - 2025-04-24 06:10:13
Video: Watch Joseph Gordon-Levitt in the Trailer for New Movie Musical FLORA & SON From ONCE Creator John Carney
by Michael Major - 2023-08-23 11:13:48
VIDEO: SING STREET Releases Music Video for 'Riddle of the Model'; Announces New Release Date for Cast Recording
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-04-15 13:30:28
VIDEO: Watch the New Music Video for SING STREET's 'Drive It Like You Stole It'
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-03-03 11:25:52
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video for 'Up' from Broadway-Bound SING STREET
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-02-21 10:52:41
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video For 'Falling Slowly' From ONCE Ahead of the UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-11 06:48:37
VIDEO: Amazon Prime Releases Trailer for MODERN LOVE Starring Anne Hathaway, Tina Fey, John Gallagher, Jr., Cristin Milioti, and More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-09-12 14:57:41
VIDEO: Watch the New Teaser Trailer For MODERN LOVE, Starring Anne Hathaway, Tina Fey, John Gallagher, Jr., Brandon Victor Dixon, and more!
by Stephi Wild - 2019-07-28 17:29:11
News
ONCE Begins Performances at Le Petit Theatre In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Le Petit Theatre in New Orleans will stage ONCE with a cast of 14 actor-musicians performing live onstage, marking the first New Orleans-originated production of the Tony and Academy Award-winning musical.
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Le Petit Theatre in New Orleans will stage ONCE with a cast of 14 actor-musicians performing live onstage, marking the first New Orleans-originated production of the Tony and Academy Award-winning musical.
Photos: Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd Attend New York POWER BALLAD Screening
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026
This week, Power Ballad arrived in New York, with special screening and Q&A events for the new movie. Take a look at photos from the red carpet featuring stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas.
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026
This week, Power Ballad arrived in New York, with special screening and Q&A events for the new movie. Take a look at photos from the red carpet featuring stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas.
POWER BALLAD Soundtrack Featuring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Sets Release
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026
The official soundtrack for the upcoming musical comedy Power Ballad will be released on May 29th and features all the music from the film, including several versions of “How to Write a Song Without You” performed by lead cast Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd.
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026
The official soundtrack for the upcoming musical comedy Power Ballad will be released on May 29th and features all the music from the film, including several versions of “How to Write a Song Without You” performed by lead cast Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Names New CEO and Deputy Artistic Director in 75th Anniversary Year
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced Henry Filloux-Bennett as Chief Executive and Sam Hardie as Deputy Artistic Director, joining Artistic Director Alan Cumming. The theatre also opened its Explorers Garden free to the public to mark its 75th anniversary.
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced Henry Filloux-Bennett as Chief Executive and Sam Hardie as Deputy Artistic Director, joining Artistic Director Alan Cumming. The theatre also opened its Explorers Garden free to the public to mark its 75th anniversary.
ONCE Will Come to Le Petit Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Le Petit Theatre will conclude its 2025-26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical Once. Directed by Conner Wilson, the musical features a book by Enda Walsh and music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Le Petit Theatre will conclude its 2025-26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical Once. Directed by Conner Wilson, the musical features a book by Enda Walsh and music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 24, 2026- THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Opens and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch a New Trailer for POWER BALLAD with Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2026
Watch a new trailer for Power Ballad, the movie musical featuring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas as two feuding musicians. The movie is helmed by Once director John Carney.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2026
Watch a new trailer for Power Ballad, the movie musical featuring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas as two feuding musicians. The movie is helmed by Once director John Carney.
Full Cast Set for ONCE at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced the full cast for ONCE, directed by John Tiffany, starring Dylan Wood and Lydia White alongside nine additional cast members.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced the full cast for ONCE, directed by John Tiffany, starring Dylan Wood and Lydia White alongside nine additional cast members.
Olivia Wilde’s THE INVITE, POWER BALLAD, Among Lineup for 2026 San Francisco International Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026
SFFILM has unveiled the program for the 69th San Francisco International Film Festival, featuring Olivia Wilde's The Invite, Kent Jones' Late Fame, Power Ballad, and more. Take a look at highlights from the lineup here.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026
SFFILM has unveiled the program for the 69th San Francisco International Film Festival, featuring Olivia Wilde's The Invite, Kent Jones' Late Fame, Power Ballad, and more. Take a look at highlights from the lineup here.
Photos: POWER BALLAD Premieres at SXSW with Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 16, 2026
Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd hit the red carpet as Power Ballad made its U.S. premiere at SXSW. See photos from the big night in Austin!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 16, 2026
Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd hit the red carpet as Power Ballad made its U.S. premiere at SXSW. See photos from the big night in Austin!
Lead Cast Announced For ONCE At Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 12, 2026
Directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch and Wild Rose), the uplifting and moving new production will run at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 23 May- 27 June.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 12, 2026
Directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch and Wild Rose), the uplifting and moving new production will run at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 23 May- 27 June.
Cast Set for John Tiffany's ONCE at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is set to launch its 75th anniversary season and Alan Cumming's first as Artistic Director, with the Scottish première of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical Once.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is set to launch its 75th anniversary season and Alan Cumming's first as Artistic Director, with the Scottish première of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical Once.
Video: Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Sing in First Trailer for POWER BALLAD
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2026
The official trailer has been released for Power Ballad, the new musical comedy film starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, opening nationwide in theaters on June 5 from Lionsgate. Watch the trailer now.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2026
The official trailer has been released for Power Ballad, the new musical comedy film starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, opening nationwide in theaters on June 5 from Lionsgate. Watch the trailer now.
Photos: Inside the World Premiere of POWER BALLAD with Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2026
The new musical comedy film Power Ballad held its world premiere on March 1 at the 2026 Dublin International Film Festival with stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas in attendance. Check out photos from the event here.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2026
The new musical comedy film Power Ballad held its world premiere on March 1 at the 2026 Dublin International Film Festival with stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas in attendance. Check out photos from the event here.
Photos: Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd in New POWER BALLAD Character Posters
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2026
Power Ballad, the new musical comedy film, has released character posters featuring lead stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas. The movie will hold its world premiere this weekend at the Dublin International Film Festival, ahead of its forthcoming theatrical release.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2026
Power Ballad, the new musical comedy film, has released character posters featuring lead stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas. The movie will hold its world premiere this weekend at the Dublin International Film Festival, ahead of its forthcoming theatrical release.
Chance Theater Extends Run of ONCE Until March 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, has announced the first show of Chance's 2026 Season, Once, has been extended through March 2, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, has announced the first show of Chance's 2026 Season, Once, has been extended through March 2, 2026.
Chance Theater To Open 2026 Season With Tony-Winning Musical ONCE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2026
Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theatre company, will open its 2026 season with Once, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical. The production features a book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2026
Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theatre company, will open its 2026 season with Once, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical. The production features a book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
BEGIN AGAIN Musical Will Premiere in San Diego in 2026 Ahead of Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025
The new musical Begin Again, inspired by the Academy Award nominated film written and directed by John Carney, will have its pre-Broadway engagement next year.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025
The new musical Begin Again, inspired by the Academy Award nominated film written and directed by John Carney, will have its pre-Broadway engagement next year.
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
On The Tonight Show, guest James Corden and host Jimmy Fallon played a game where they were tasked with singing a song from a randomly selected musical. See how each did and who got the most answers right.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
On The Tonight Show, guest James Corden and host Jimmy Fallon played a game where they were tasked with singing a song from a randomly selected musical. See how each did and who got the most answers right.
Video: James Corden Talks Returning to Broadway in ART
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025
Earlier this week, Tony Award winner James Corden visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss his experience in Yasmina Reza’s acclaimed play Art and look back on his prior work on Broadway and as host of The Late Late Show. Watch the interview now.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025
Earlier this week, Tony Award winner James Corden visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss his experience in Yasmina Reza’s acclaimed play Art and look back on his prior work on Broadway and as host of The Late Late Show. Watch the interview now.
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John Carney has written 2 shows including Once (Source Material), Sing Street (Composer).
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