Noel Coward
Date of Death: March 26, 1973 (73)
Birth Place: Teddington, ENGLAND
Latest News on Noel Coward:
THE BIG BITE-SIZE SHOW Makes Its London Debut And Returns To Brighton After 11 Years (Feb 8, 2025)
Hadley Fraser Will Bring Solo Concert to Cadogan Hall (Feb 7, 2025)
Photos: First look at The Alcove Dinner Theatre and Bruce Jacklin & Company’s MOON OVER BUFFALO (Feb 6, 2025)
THE BIG BITE-SIZE SHOW Makes Its London Debut And Returns To Brighton After 11 Years (Feb 8, 2025)
Hadley Fraser Will Bring Solo Concert to Cadogan Hall (Feb 7, 2025)
Photos: First look at The Alcove Dinner Theatre and Bruce Jacklin & Company’s MOON OVER BUFFALO (Feb 6, 2025)
BIO
Noel was an English playwright, composer, actor, producer and director. His plays include The Vortex (1924), Hay Fever (1925), Private Lives (1930), Blithe Spirit (1941), Present Laughter (1943) and This Happy Breed (1943). He produced, wrote, starred in and co-directed (with David Lean) the Academy Award-winning film In Which We Serve (1942) as well as writing the screenplay for one of the most beloved British films of all time, Brief Encounter (1945). He wrote many songs now considered classics, including "Mad About the Boy", "Mad Dogs and Englishmen", "I’ll See You Again" and "20th Century Blues" and in 1955 performed a sell-out cabaret season in Las Vegas. His musicals include Bitter Sweet (1929) and Sail Away (1961). As an actor he enjoyed memorable roles onstage in many of his plays as well as on film playing Hawthorne in Our Man In Havana (1959) and Mr Bridger in The Italian Job (1969). He was knighted in 1970.
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The Vortex
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Bitter Sweet
[ 1933 ] lyrics and music - as Noel Coward
[ 1933 ] lyrics and music - as Noel Coward
Design for Living
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Tonight Is Ours
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We Were Dancing
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Blithe Spirit
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Brief Encounter
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Our Man in Havana
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Bunny Lake Is Missing
[ 1965 ] Horacio Wilson
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A Matter of Innocence
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Boom!
[ 1968 ] The Witch of Capri
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Relative Values
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Easy Virtue
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Hay Fever
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Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Direction of a Musical
Noel Coward , High Spirits
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Musical
Noel Coward, The Girl Who Came to Supper
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1942 - Best Foreign Play
Noel Coward, Blithe Spirit
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Broadway Rewind: Watch Scenes from PRIVATE LIVES with Kim Cattrall!
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News
THE BIG BITE-SIZE SHOW Makes Its London Debut And Returns To Brighton After 11 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2025
Following a remarkable 18-year run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the multi-award-winning Bite-Size Plays returns with an enchanting series of mini theatrical productions this Spring.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2025
Following a remarkable 18-year run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the multi-award-winning Bite-Size Plays returns with an enchanting series of mini theatrical productions this Spring.
Hadley Fraser Will Bring Solo Concert to Cadogan Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2025
West End star Hadley Fraser will perform his first ever solo concert at Cadogan Hall. The event marks the launch of his upcoming album, Things That Come and Go
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2025
West End star Hadley Fraser will perform his first ever solo concert at Cadogan Hall. The event marks the launch of his upcoming album, Things That Come and Go
Photos: First look at The Alcove Dinner Theatre and Bruce Jacklin & Company’s MOON OVER BUFFALO
by Jerri Shafer - Feb 6, 2025
Moon Over Buffalo is a comedy play-within-a-play that follows the story of George and Charlotte Hay, a couple of Broadway stars who have taken their run-down touring company to Buffalo, New York. The play is set in the summer of 1953 and is rife with slapstick and situational humor, backstage shenanigans, and dysfunctional family dynamics. Charlotte and George Hay, an acting couple not exactly the Lunts, attempt to regain their former glory while on tour in Buffalo with a repertory consisting of Cyrano de Bergerac 'revised, one nostril version' and Noel Coward's Private Lives.
by Jerri Shafer - Feb 6, 2025
Moon Over Buffalo is a comedy play-within-a-play that follows the story of George and Charlotte Hay, a couple of Broadway stars who have taken their run-down touring company to Buffalo, New York. The play is set in the summer of 1953 and is rife with slapstick and situational humor, backstage shenanigans, and dysfunctional family dynamics. Charlotte and George Hay, an acting couple not exactly the Lunts, attempt to regain their former glory while on tour in Buffalo with a repertory consisting of Cyrano de Bergerac 'revised, one nostril version' and Noel Coward's Private Lives.
Review: Isaac Mizrahi's I KNOW EVERYBODY at Café Carlyle Is a Hilarious Escape
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 6, 2025
The legendary Isaac Mizrahi oozed charm at the opening night of his annual Café Carlyle residency on February 4. The show, funny and dishy with plenty of songs in between, is a perfect Valentine's week treat. It runs nightly through February 15.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 6, 2025
The legendary Isaac Mizrahi oozed charm at the opening night of his annual Café Carlyle residency on February 4. The show, funny and dishy with plenty of songs in between, is a perfect Valentine's week treat. It runs nightly through February 15.
Photos: FIGARO: AN ORIGINAL MUSICAL At The London Palladium
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025
Check out production photos for Figaro: An Original Musical receiving its world premiere tonight at the London Palladium. The two fully-staged concert performances take place on Monday 3 February & Tuesday 4 February 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025
Check out production photos for Figaro: An Original Musical receiving its world premiere tonight at the London Palladium. The two fully-staged concert performances take place on Monday 3 February & Tuesday 4 February 2025.
MACBETH Cast Announced At Shakespeare's Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2025
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of this year’s Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank production, Macbeth, directed by Lucy Cuthbertson (Director of Education, Shakespeare’s Globe) in the Globe Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2025
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of this year’s Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank production, Macbeth, directed by Lucy Cuthbertson (Director of Education, Shakespeare’s Globe) in the Globe Theatre.
Review: FARM HALL at Pico Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Jan 25, 2025
The production’s thrifty staging directed by Judith Hendra for Topanga Actors Company feels stagnant instead of urgent, indifferent where it could have been thought-provoking.
by Evan Henerson - Jan 25, 2025
The production’s thrifty staging directed by Judith Hendra for Topanga Actors Company feels stagnant instead of urgent, indifferent where it could have been thought-provoking.
Brian Cox Returns to Scottish Stages in James Graham's MAKE IT HAPPEN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
Brian Cox will return to Scottish stages in a new play by leading British playwright James Graham. This is the first major artwork to tell the story of Royal Bank of Scotland's role in the 2008 financial crash.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
Brian Cox will return to Scottish stages in a new play by leading British playwright James Graham. This is the first major artwork to tell the story of Royal Bank of Scotland's role in the 2008 financial crash.
Sharon Lawrence Will Lead PARENTS IN CHAINS at Ensemble Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company in association with J. Todd Harris will present an add-on production to its season, Sharon Lawrence starring in the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company in association with J. Todd Harris will present an add-on production to its season, Sharon Lawrence starring in the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS.
BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF Comes to Glasgow This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
James Graham’s adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s Boys from the Blackstuff will have its Scottish premiere at the Theatre Royal, Glasgow this spring. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
James Graham’s adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s Boys from the Blackstuff will have its Scottish premiere at the Theatre Royal, Glasgow this spring. Learn more here!
Review: The HIGH SPIRITS 60th Anniversary Concert at 54 Below Was a Gem
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 13, 2025
Walter Willison’s concert production of High Spirits on 1/6 at 54 Below, was delightful. The semi-staged concert featured Judy Kaye, Christine Andreas, Ann Kittredge and more in perhaps one of the most bizarre musicals of the 20th century.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 13, 2025
Walter Willison’s concert production of High Spirits on 1/6 at 54 Below, was delightful. The semi-staged concert featured Judy Kaye, Christine Andreas, Ann Kittredge and more in perhaps one of the most bizarre musicals of the 20th century.
Jeff Harnar to Return to Birdland With CONFESSIONS OF A NEW YORKER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating Manhattan in music with Confessions of a New Yorker in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating Manhattan in music with Confessions of a New Yorker in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Mindi Dickstein and Carmel Dean's New Musical MAIDEN VOYAGE Will Have Workshop at The Kiln Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
New Works Provincetown and Shared Experience will present a workshop in London of the new musical Maiden Voyage with book and lyrics by Mindi Dickstein and Carmel Dean.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
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See Linda Eder, Derek Klena & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Derek Klena and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Derek Klena and more.
Jeff Harnar to Present Master Class To South Florida Cabaret Singers
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024
South Florida Cabaret Singers will present their first Master Class of the year 2025 with JEFF HARNAR, and music director PHIL HINTON. Learn more about the class and how to sign up here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024
South Florida Cabaret Singers will present their first Master Class of the year 2025 with JEFF HARNAR, and music director PHIL HINTON. Learn more about the class and how to sign up here!
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024
In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024
In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Feature: 14 of the Best Cabaret Shows to See in 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 24, 2024
Let's toast the New Year by looking ahead to some of the most anticipated shows of the next 6 months. We put together 14 shows we're looking forward to seeing next year, that are likely to sell out well in advance.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 24, 2024
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BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF 2025 Tour Cast Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2024
The cast and full 2025 tour dates for James Graham's adaptation of Alan Bleasdale's Boys from the Blackstuff have been announced.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2024
The cast and full 2025 tour dates for James Graham's adaptation of Alan Bleasdale's Boys from the Blackstuff have been announced.
Robert Bathurst Will Return in JEFFREY BERNARD IS UNWELL
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024
Robert Bathurst will once again star in the immersive production of Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell, performed in his favourite Soho haunt, the legendary Coach and Horses pub.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024
Robert Bathurst will once again star in the immersive production of Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell, performed in his favourite Soho haunt, the legendary Coach and Horses pub.
Previews: THE REUNION al TEATRO ARCIMBOLDI e al TEATRO ROSSETTI
by Ettore Farrattini - Dec 4, 2024
Un’unica notte magica nella quale un cast d’eccezione, accompagnato dalla FVG Orchestra diretta da Beatrice Venezi, interpreterà oltre trenta indimenticabili melodie tra cui la celebre “Let it Go” - dal musical Disney “Frozen”, e poi “Wicked”, “Mary Poppins”, “Mamma Mia!”, “Shrek”, “La famiglia Addams”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Funny Girl”, “Pretty Woman” e “The Greatest Showman”.
by Ettore Farrattini - Dec 4, 2024
Un’unica notte magica nella quale un cast d’eccezione, accompagnato dalla FVG Orchestra diretta da Beatrice Venezi, interpreterà oltre trenta indimenticabili melodie tra cui la celebre “Let it Go” - dal musical Disney “Frozen”, e poi “Wicked”, “Mary Poppins”, “Mamma Mia!”, “Shrek”, “La famiglia Addams”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Funny Girl”, “Pretty Woman” e “The Greatest Showman”.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Noel Coward been in?
Noel Coward has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Noel Coward been in?
Noel Coward has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Noel Coward been nominated for?
Noel Coward has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for his work on "High Spirits." He was also nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Girl Who Came to Supper." In addition, Coward received a nomination for Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for his play "Blithe Spirit."
What awards has Noel Coward won?
Noel Coward has won the Best Foreign Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for his play "Blithe Spirit".
How many shows has Noel Coward written?
Noel Coward has written 50 shows including London Calling (Composer/Lyricist), André Charlot's Revue of 1924 (Composer), On With the Dance (Composer/Lyricist), The Vortex (Playwright), Hay Fever (Playwright), Charlot Revue (Composer), Easy Virtue (Playwright), This Was a Man (Playwright), The Marquise (Playwright), Fallen Angels (Playwright), This Year of Grace (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Murray Anderson's Almanac (Bookwriter), Bitter Sweet (Bookwriter), Private Lives (Playwright), Cochran's 1931 Revue (Composer/Lyricist), Ziegfeld Follies of 1931 (Composer), Cavalcade (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), The Young Idea (Playwright), Words and Music (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist), Conversation Piece (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Point Valaine (Playwright), Tonight at 8:30 (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Operette (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Set to Music (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Sigh No More (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist), Pacific 1860 (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Ace of Clubs (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), After the Ball (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Quadrille (Playwright), Nude With Violin (Playwright), Look After Lulu (Playwright), Sail Away (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), The Girl Who Came to Supper (Composer/Lyricist), High Spirits (Source Material), Noel Coward's Sweet Potato (Composer/Lyricist), Cowardy Custard (Composer/Lyricist), Hay Fever (Playwright), Noel (Composer/Lyricist), Oh Coward! (Composer/Lyricist), Barbara Cook: A Concert for the Theatre (Composer), If Love Were All (Composer/Lyricist), Waiting in the Wings (Playwright), A Suite in Two Keys (Playwright), Design For Living (Playwright), Elaine Stritch At Liberty (Composer), A Marvelous Party (Composer/Lyricist), Blithe Spirit (Playwright), Brief Encounter (Playwright), Volcano (Playwright), The Rat Trap (Playwright).
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