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John Patrick Shanley

Birth Place: Bronx, NY, USA

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BIO

Shanley is an American playwright, screenwriter, and director. He won the 1988 Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for the film Moonstruck. His play, Doubt: A Parable, won the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 2005 Tony Award for Best Play; he wrote and directed the film adaptation and earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.

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[Off-Broadway, 1993]
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[Off-Broadway, 1991]
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[Off-Broadway, 1990]
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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Play

John Patrick Shanley, Outside Mullingar

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Play

John Patrick Shanley, Outside Mullingar


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The Lortels - 2006 - Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee

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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Play

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Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding New Play

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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Best Play

John Patrick Shanley, Doubt


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The Pulitzer Prize - 2005 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

John Patrick Shanley, Doubt


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Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Play

John Patrick Shanley, Doubt


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The Pulitzer Prize - 1954 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

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Tony Awards - 1954 - Best Play

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Full Cast Set For DOUBT A PARABLE at Theatre Royal Bath

Theatre Royal Bath Productions has confirmed full casting for John Patrick Shanley’s drama DOUBT a parable at Theatre Royal Bath’s Ustinov Studio. Learn more about the cast here!
Maxine Peake Will Lead DOUBT: A PARABLE at Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath

Maxine Peake will star in this brand-new production of John Patrick Shanley's award-winning drama. DOUBT a parable will be at Theatre Royal Bath's Ustinov Studio.
Chain Theatre 2025 Winter One-Act Festival Now Accepting Submissions

Submit your play to the 2025 Chain Theatre Winter One-Act Festival in NYC, running February 3 to March 2. The festival celebrates new, original work from voices across the theater world, accepting plays ranging from 10 to 60 minutes in length.
Mandy Greenfield Launches Production Company Red Yes Studio

Theatrical producer Mandy Greenfield has launched her own independent production company, Red Yes Studio. The company aims to commission, develop, and produce bold new work for the stage and screen.
Actors Collaborative Toledo Will Perform DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA

Actors Collaborative Toledo presents John Patrick Shanley's Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, November 15-17, 2024, in the Chapel Theatre at Trinity Episcopal Church.
John Patrick Shanley To Be Honored at The William Inge Center For The Performing Arts

The William Inge Center for the Arts at Independence Community College, Independence Kansas, announces John Patrick Shanley as the Honoree for the 42nd William Inge Theatre Festival, which takes place April 17-19, 2025. Shanley will be presented with the William Inge Distinguished Achievement in the American Theatre Award. The Festival will include the 8th New Play Lab, a partnership with the Kansas Arts Commission and Independence Community College, performances, workshops, panel discussions and social events.
A DREAM BEYOND THIS PAIN to be Presented at Attention Theatre!

ATTENTION THEATRE! is presenting the premiere performances of A Dream Beyond This Pain, a drama about the Freedman and Mathews families on Long Island holding on to their American Dream through the tumultuous years since 2010.
Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens

Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Announced for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre

LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment announced the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble ready to bring the classic musical to life.
Molly Chiffer Joins Cast Of SIMON SAYS At Larcom Theatre

Molly Chiffer has joined the cast of SIMON SAYS at the Larcom Theatre in Beverly, Mass., from Oct. 16 to 27. The play, written by Mat Shaffer, explores a murder mystery during a seance.
New Village Arts Presents THE THANKSGIVING PLAY

New Village Arts has announced THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, the production runs from November 10 to December 3.
All the Broadway Connections to Marvel's AGATHA ALL ALONG

Starring bonafide Broadway legend Patti LuPone along with new music from Frozen songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, learn about all of the Broadway connections to Agatha All Along.
Broadway Streaming Guide: September 2024 - Where to Watch AGATHA ALL ALONG & More

This September, ring in the chilly months with debuts of new shows and returning favorites! Celebrate the beginning of spooky season with Agatha All Along, the musical follow-up to WandaVision starring Patti LuPone or revisit film adaptations of Broadway shows like In the Heights and Doubt.
Eastbound Theatre to Present Shanley's OUTSIDE MULLINGAR This Fall

Eastbound Theatre will present Outside Mullingar, a romantic comedy by John Patrick Shanley, opening its 30th anniversary season this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Ronnie Marmo Will Direct World Premiere of BROOKLYN'S WAY in Los Angeles

Ronnie Marmo will direct the world premiere of Brooklyn’s Way, the latest production by critically acclaimed playwright Sam Henry Kass.  The emotionally charged drama will open September 7, 2024, at Theatre 68 Arts Complex.
BWW Q&A: Freddie Ashley on CABARET at Actor's Express Theatre

Actor’s Express transforms into the Kit Kat Club, a decadent hotspot in anything-goes 1929 Berlin. An idealistic young American meets an eclectic circle of Berliners, most notably Sally Bowles, the outrageous chanteuse determined to keep the party going at all costs.
Laurizarry Presents OPEN By Jaixa Irizarry In August

Catch the performance of OPEN at LimeFest hosted by The Tank on August 5 at 7:00 PM. Don't miss this exciting event showcasing innovative theater.
NY Premiere of John Patrick Shanley's BANSHEE is Coming to CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL

Chain Theatre will present the 2024 edition of the CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL, featuring the New York premiere of BANSHEE by award-winning writer John Patrick Shanley, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Eastbound Theatre to Hold Auditions for OUTSIDE MULLINGAR

Milford Arts Council will hold a casting call for OUTSIDE MULLINGAR, seeking talented actors for an upcoming production.
Shakespeare & Company to Present THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Beginning Next Week

William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors takes over Shakespeare & Company's outdoor mainstage this summer, directed by Kate Kohler Amory July 13 through August 18 at the Arthur S. Waldstein Amphitheatre.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has John Patrick Shanley written?

John Patrick Shanley has written 20 shows including Danny and the Deep Blue Sea (Playwright), Women of Manhattan (Playwright), the dreamer examines his pillow (Playwright), Italian American Reconciliation (Playwright), The Big Funk (Playwright), Beggars in a House of Plenty (Playwright), Four Dogs and a Bone (Playwright), Missing/Kissing: Missing Marisa/Kissing Christine (Playwright), Psychopathia Sexualis (Playwright), Cellini (Playwright), Where's My Money? (Author), Sailor's Song (Playwright), Doubt (Playwright), Doubt (Playwright), Defiance (Playwright), Romantic Poetry (Bookwriter), Storefront Church (Playwright), Outside Mullingar (Playwright), Prodigal Son (Author), Brooklyn Laundry (Playwright).

What awards has John Patrick Shanley been nominated for?

Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Outside Mullingar, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Outside Mullingar, Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee (The Lortels), Best Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Doubt, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Doubt, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Doubt, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Doubt, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Doubt, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Teahouse of the August Moon and Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Teahouse of the August Moon.

What awards has John Patrick Shanley won?

John Patrick Shanley has won several prestigious awards throughout his career, including: - Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee (The Lortels) - Best Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Doubt - Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Doubt - Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Doubt - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Doubt - Best Play (Tony Awards) for Doubt - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for The Teahouse of the August Moon - Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Teahouse of the August Moon.

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