John Caird
Latest News on John Caird:
LES MISERABLES On Sale At The North Charleston PAC This Week (Nov 11, 2024)
Tickets to LES MISERABLES at Bass Concert Hall On Sale Tomorrow (Oct 17, 2024)
Photos: Killian Donnelly, Jac Yarrow, and More in LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR (Oct 9, 2024)
LES MISERABLES On Sale At The North Charleston PAC This Week (Nov 11, 2024)
Tickets to LES MISERABLES at Bass Concert Hall On Sale Tomorrow (Oct 17, 2024)
Photos: Killian Donnelly, Jac Yarrow, and More in LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR (Oct 9, 2024)
BIO
Caid is a freelance director and writer working in theatre, opera and musical theatre, an Honorary Associate Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company, Principal Guest Director of the Royal Dramatic Theatre, Stockholm (Dramaten) and author of Theatre Craft, published by Faber and Faber.
Recent work in England includes: Macbeth (Almeida) and Hamlet (NT), both with Simon Russell Beale. In Stockholm his production of Strindberg’s Dance of Death is currently running at the Royal Dramatic Theatre, and in Japan he has just directed A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the New National Theatre and his own adaptation of Teru Miyamoto’s novel Kinshu at the Galaxy Theatre. Other productions at the NT include Bulwer-Lytton’s Money, new versions of Bernstein’s Candide and Barrie’s Peter Pan, Trelawny of the ‘Wells’, The Seagull with Judi Dench, Pam Gems’s Stanley with Anthony Sher and Humble Boy by Charlotte Jones with Diana Rigg and Simon Russell Beale.
He is an honorary associate director of the RSC, where he has directed over 20 plays including classic works by Shakespeare, Shaw, Farquhar, Gorky, Strindberg, Brecht and Ben Jonson, and new plays by Peter Flannery, Pam Gems, Jonathan Gems, John Berger and Nella Bielski, Richard Nelson, David Edgar, Mary O’Malley and Charles Wood. His productions of Les Misérables and Nicholas Nickleby, both with Trevor Nunn, have won numerous awards around the world. Other work includes Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Song & Dance (Palace), Mozart’s Zaide (Battignano Opera Festival, Tuscany) and the Siegfried and Roy Spectacular (Las Vegas).
Television includes: Nicholas Nickleby, As You Like It and his own adaptation of Shakepeare’s Henry IV plays for the BBC.
Other recent productions include: A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Twelfth Night (both Royal Dramatic Theatre, Stockholm), The Beggar’s Opera (Nissay Theatre, Tokyo), The Screams of Kitty Genovese (Public Theatre, New York) and Verdi’s Don Carlos (Welsh National Opera and Canadian Opera Company, Toronto).
Published work as a librettist and lyricist includes: a new version of John Gay’s The Beggar’s Opera with the composer Ilona Sekacz, first performed at the RSC, a new adaptation of J M Barrie’s Peter Pan (RSC and NT), Children of Eden with composer Stephen Schwartz, Jane Eyre and Daddy Long Legs, both with composer Paul Gordon, and Bernstein’s Candide with new lyrics by Richard Wilbur and Stephen Sondheim.
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
John Caird, Daddy Long Legs
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway)
John Caird, Daddy Long Legs
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway)
John Caird, Daddy Long Legs
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Book of a Musical
John Caird , Jane Eyre
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
John Caird, Jane Eyre
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Director - Play
John Caird, Stanley
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Direction of a Play
John Caird, Stanley
Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Director of a Musical
John CairdThe Beggar's Opera
Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production
John CairdLes Miserables
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1987 - Best Director
John Caird, Les Miserables
winner
Tony Awards - 1987 - Best Direction of a Musical
John Caird, Les Misérables
winner
Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Direction of a Play
John Caird , The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1980 - Best Director
John CairdThe Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
winner
Olivier Awards - 1980 - Director of the Year
John CairdNicholas Nickleby
Videos
Exclusive: Watch 'Brave Enough For Love' from Julie Benko Led JANE EYRE Live Capture
by Joshua Wright - Aug 27, 2024
Video: Get A First Look at Julie Benko in Rehearsals for Theatre Raleigh's Production of JANE EYRE
by Joshua Wright - May 13, 2024
Video: Get a Sneak Peek of Manhattan Concert Productions' CHILDREN OF EDEN Concert
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 15, 2024
Video: Nikki Renée Daniels & David Phelps Are Going Back to the Beginning in CHILDREN OF EDEN
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Jan 31, 2024
Video: Norm Lewis Is Prepping for His Most Heavenly Role in CHILDREN OF EDEN
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Jan 19, 2024
Video: Tony Yazbeck Talks Directing and Choreographing Manhattan Concert Productions' CHILDREN OF EDEN
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Nov 24, 2023
Exclusive: Watch a SPIRITED AWAY: LIVE ON STAGE Sneak Peek With Mone Kamishiraishi and Miroki Miura
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2023
Exclusive: See Betsy Wolfe, Patrick Page, Carolee Carmello, and More in an All New Trailer For ESTELLA SCROOGE
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Betsy Wolfe, Danny Burstein & More in Trailer for ESTELLA SCROOGE; Tickets Available Tomorrow!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 16, 2020
VIDEO: Watch the Stratford Festival's Virtual Roundtable For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Stratford Festival's Pre-Show For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, Featuring Ruby Joy, Mike Shara, and John Caird
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2020
Broadway Rewind: LES MISERABLES Brings the Barricade Back to Broadway in 2006
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 26, 2020
VIDEO: Go Inside the Newly Renovated Sondheim Theatre - Home of LES MISERABLES on the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2020
VIDEO: Kirstie Davis and Gregor Donnelly Talk DADDY LONG LEGS at the Barn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2019
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Cleveland Musical Theatre's World Premiere Of Revised JANE EYRE
by Alan Henry - Sep 7, 2018
VIDEO: Princess Swap! Watch ANASTASIA's Christy Altomare Sing 'Part of Your World'
by Nicole Ciravolo - Jul 12, 2018
News
LES MISERABLES On Sale At The North Charleston PAC This Week
Tickets for the acclaimed musical LES MISÉRABLES at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center will be available starting Monday, November 18.
Tickets for the acclaimed musical LES MISÉRABLES at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center will be available starting Monday, November 18.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES at Bass Concert Hall On Sale Tomorrow
LES MISÉRABLES will return to Austin this winter. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, offering theatergoers the chance to experience the production live at the Bass Concert Hall. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
LES MISÉRABLES will return to Austin this winter. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, offering theatergoers the chance to experience the production live at the Bass Concert Hall. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Killian Donnelly, Jac Yarrow, and More in LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR
Further photos have been released for Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, currently at the Utilita Arena, Sheffield (10 – 13 October 2024). The production will also visit Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle as part of its world tour. Check out the photos here!
Further photos have been released for Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, currently at the Utilita Arena, Sheffield (10 – 13 October 2024). The production will also visit Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle as part of its world tour. Check out the photos here!
Tickets for LES MISERABLES at Popejoy Hall Now on Sale
Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are now on sale for its engagement at Albuquerque's Popejoy Hall.
Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are now on sale for its engagement at Albuquerque's Popejoy Hall.
Photos: LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Kicks Off World Tour
All new photos have been released for the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, with upcoming UK performances in Glasgow, Sheffield, Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle. Check out the photos here!
All new photos have been released for the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, with upcoming UK performances in Glasgow, Sheffield, Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle. Check out the photos here!
Tickets to LES MISERABLES in Chicago On Sale Tomorrow
Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre go on sale tomorrow. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre go on sale tomorrow. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
LES MISERABLES National Tour Welcomes Lindsay Heather Pearce and More for Third Year
The LES MISÉRABLES National Tour announced its year 3 casting, featuring Lindsay Pearce as Fantine. The tour continues to bring the beloved musical to audiences across the country.
The LES MISÉRABLES National Tour announced its year 3 casting, featuring Lindsay Pearce as Fantine. The tour continues to bring the beloved musical to audiences across the country.
Single Tickets On Sale This Week for LES MISERABLES At The Buddy Holly Hall
Single tickets for the national tour of LES MISÉRABLES at The Buddy Holly Hall will be available starting September 13. The production is part of the American Theatre Guild's Broadway series.
Single tickets for the national tour of LES MISÉRABLES at The Buddy Holly Hall will be available starting September 13. The production is part of the American Theatre Guild's Broadway series.
LES MISERABLES at The Sondheim Theatre Extends Booking
Boublil and Schönberg's LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 6 September 2025.
Boublil and Schönberg's LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 6 September 2025.
Exclusive: Watch 'Brave Enough For Love' from Julie Benko Led JANE EYRE Live Capture
Get an exclusive first look at 'Brave Enough For Love' - the final number of Jane Eyre - which will stream from Theatre Raleigh starring Julie Benko on August 31 at 7:30pm ET.
Get an exclusive first look at 'Brave Enough For Love' - the final number of Jane Eyre - which will stream from Theatre Raleigh starring Julie Benko on August 31 at 7:30pm ET.
Emily Bautista Joins LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR UK Tour Dates; Full Cast!
Full casting has been announced for the forthcoming UK performances of the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, which will open at the SSE Arena Belfast on 19 September 2024, with a cast and orchestra of over 65.
Full casting has been announced for the forthcoming UK performances of the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, which will open at the SSE Arena Belfast on 19 September 2024, with a cast and orchestra of over 65.
Julie Benko Led JANE EYRE from Theatre Raleigh Will Stream August 31st
Theatre Raleigh will stream its live capture of the acclaimed musical Jane Eyre on August 31 at 7:30pm ET. The Tony-nominated musical, which received widespread acclaim during its recent summer run at Theatre Raleigh, will be available for one night only, with streaming access ending at 11:59pm ET.
Theatre Raleigh will stream its live capture of the acclaimed musical Jane Eyre on August 31 at 7:30pm ET. The Tony-nominated musical, which received widespread acclaim during its recent summer run at Theatre Raleigh, will be available for one night only, with streaming access ending at 11:59pm ET.
Interview: A WICKED CONNECTION: Carol de Giere on Documenting the Legacy of Stephen Schwartz
BroadwayWorld’s Linda Hodges chats with Carol de Giere, the biographer who reveals the magic of Stephen Schwartz!
BroadwayWorld’s Linda Hodges chats with Carol de Giere, the biographer who reveals the magic of Stephen Schwartz!
Interview: Koichi Domoto & Yuma Nakayama on the Final Year of 'Endless SHOCK'
Koichi Domoto (KinKi Kids): Koichi took on the roles of creator, composer, director, and lead actor for the last time in 'Endless SHOCK,' which opened at the Imperial Theatre on April 11. (Click here to read Review: 'ENDLESS SHOCK' - Created, Composed, Directed, and Starring Koichi Domoto) This production, which he has been starring in since 2000, has surpassed 2,000 performances and holds the record for the most performances of a single role by a solo actor in Japan. Known for its immense popularity, 'SHOCK' is often called 'the most difficult ticket to get in Japan.' Alongside his music career with KinKi Kids, Koichi has achieved remarkable success in musicals and stage productions, including receiving the prestigious Kikuta Kazuo Theater Award (菊田一夫演劇賞大賞). His notable works include 'CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY THE MUSICAL,' “MUSICAL KNIGHT'S TALE,' and 'DREAM BOYS' (as director). Yuma Nakayama: Yuma plays Koichi’s rival in the Osaka performances of 'Endless SHOCK.' This marks his fourth appearance in 'SHOCK' since 2018. Yuma has been making strides as an actor, appearing in stage productions and TV series. His notable works include the stage productions 'DREAM BOYS' and 'PLAYZONE,' and the series “Gifted Season 2' (WOWOW). Recently, he also appears regularly on 'NONSTOP!' (Fuji TV) and fashion events such as 'KANSAI COLLECTION.' Here, we bring you the group interview conducted after the dress rehearsal in Osaka.
Koichi Domoto (KinKi Kids): Koichi took on the roles of creator, composer, director, and lead actor for the last time in 'Endless SHOCK,' which opened at the Imperial Theatre on April 11. (Click here to read Review: 'ENDLESS SHOCK' - Created, Composed, Directed, and Starring Koichi Domoto) This production, which he has been starring in since 2000, has surpassed 2,000 performances and holds the record for the most performances of a single role by a solo actor in Japan. Known for its immense popularity, 'SHOCK' is often called 'the most difficult ticket to get in Japan.' Alongside his music career with KinKi Kids, Koichi has achieved remarkable success in musicals and stage productions, including receiving the prestigious Kikuta Kazuo Theater Award (菊田一夫演劇賞大賞). His notable works include 'CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY THE MUSICAL,' “MUSICAL KNIGHT'S TALE,' and 'DREAM BOYS' (as director). Yuma Nakayama: Yuma plays Koichi’s rival in the Osaka performances of 'Endless SHOCK.' This marks his fourth appearance in 'SHOCK' since 2018. Yuma has been making strides as an actor, appearing in stage productions and TV series. His notable works include the stage productions 'DREAM BOYS' and 'PLAYZONE,' and the series “Gifted Season 2' (WOWOW). Recently, he also appears regularly on 'NONSTOP!' (Fuji TV) and fashion events such as 'KANSAI COLLECTION.' Here, we bring you the group interview conducted after the dress rehearsal in Osaka.
LES MISERABLES Now On Sale At Aronoff Center
Tickets for the global phenomenon LES MISÉRABLES will be available starting July 26. Don't miss your chance to experience this iconic musical live on stage.
Tickets for the global phenomenon LES MISÉRABLES will be available starting July 26. Don't miss your chance to experience this iconic musical live on stage.
Review: LA BOHÈME at Wolf Trap
Directed by John Caird and, for this revival, Katherine M. Carter, the production featured a talented cast of emerging opera stars, Studio Artists (many of whom were in featured roles), additional chorus members and the Children’s Chorus of Washington. This large cast filled the stage with excitement, love, and ultimately profound grief.
Directed by John Caird and, for this revival, Katherine M. Carter, the production featured a talented cast of emerging opera stars, Studio Artists (many of whom were in featured roles), additional chorus members and the Children’s Chorus of Washington. This large cast filled the stage with excitement, love, and ultimately profound grief.
Tickets On Sale Now For Two Shows Returning to Playhouse Square This Fall
Tickets are available now for the return of Mean Girls and Les Miserables to Playhouse Square this fall. Learn more about the shows!
Tickets are available now for the return of Mean Girls and Les Miserables to Playhouse Square this fall. Learn more about the shows!
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
LES MISERABLES Returns to the Fisher Theatre in December
Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, will play Detroit’s Fisher Theatre December 4 – 15.
Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, will play Detroit’s Fisher Theatre December 4 – 15.
LES MISERABLES On Sale This Monday At Eccles Center
Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES will be available starting June 17. The acclaimed musical will be performing at the local theatre, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of the classic tale.
Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES will be available starting June 17. The acclaimed musical will be performing at the local theatre, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of the classic tale.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has John Caird written?
John Caird has written 3 shows including Children of Eden (Bookwriter), Jane Eyre (Bookwriter), Daddy Long Legs (Book).
What awards has John Caird been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Daddy Long Legs, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Daddy Long Legs, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Daddy Long Legs, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Jane Eyre, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Jane Eyre, Best Director - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stanley, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Stanley, Best Director of a Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Beggar's Opera, Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Les Miserables, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Les Miserables, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Les Misérables, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby and Director of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Nicholas Nickleby.
What awards has John Caird won?
John Caird has won several prestigious awards throughout his career. These include the Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Daddy Long Legs, Best Director - Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Stanley, and Best Director at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Les Misérables. He also received the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Les Misérables and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Play for The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby. Additionally, he was awarded Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby and Director of the Year at the Olivier Awards for Nicholas Nickleby.
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