Pam Gems
Latest News on Pam Gems:
Review: MARLENE at ExPats Theatre (Sep 29, 2024)
Feminist Theatre in Britain 1969-1992 Exhibition Comes to London Performance Studios (Sep 9, 2024)
Ian Hislop and Nick Newman Will Bring THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A CAD to The Watermill (Sep 5, 2024)
Review: MARLENE at ExPats Theatre (Sep 29, 2024)
Feminist Theatre in Britain 1969-1992 Exhibition Comes to London Performance Studios (Sep 9, 2024)
Ian Hislop and Nick Newman Will Bring THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A CAD to The Watermill (Sep 5, 2024)
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Musical Revival
Pam GemsPiaf
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Book of a Musical
Pam Gems, Marlene
Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Entertainment
Pam GemsMarlene
winner
Olivier Awards - 1997 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year
Pam GemsStanley
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Play
Pam Gems, Stanley
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1996 - Best Play
Pam GemsStanley
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Entertainment
Pam GemsThe Blue Angel
Olivier Awards - 1977 - Play of the Year
Pam GemsDusa, Fish, Stas and Vi
Videos
TV: PIAF's Jenna Russell, Sally Ann Triplett and Sara Poyzer Perform 'Hymne a L'Amour'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2020
VIDEO: Madonna Sings PIAF's 'La Vie En Rose' on Rebel Heart Tour
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 20, 2015
News
Feminist Theatre in Britain 1969-1992 Exhibition Comes to London Performance Studios
A timely exhibition at London Performance Studios will highlight an influential period of 20th century theatre history.
A timely exhibition at London Performance Studios will highlight an influential period of 20th century theatre history.
Ian Hislop and Nick Newman Will Bring THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF A CAD to The Watermill
New shows have been announced at the Watermill for the first half of 2025, as well as the launch of a new free to join scheme: 16-30: Beginners which gives young people access to £10 tickets and other discounts to selected shows.
New shows have been announced at the Watermill for the first half of 2025, as well as the launch of a new free to join scheme: 16-30: Beginners which gives young people access to £10 tickets and other discounts to selected shows.
Expats Theatre to Present MARLENE by Pam Gems
Expats Theatre will present its upcoming production of MARLENE, a new play that explores the life and legacy of Marlene Dietrich. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Expats Theatre will present its upcoming production of MARLENE, a new play that explores the life and legacy of Marlene Dietrich. Learn how to purchase tickets.
De Buenos Aires a Madrid: 6 musicales que llegaron de Argentina
Con el estreno en menos de un mes de COME FROM AWAY, repasamos algunos títulos que llegaron a la capital tras cosechar un gran éxito al otro lado del charco.
Con el estreno en menos de un mes de COME FROM AWAY, repasamos algunos títulos que llegaron a la capital tras cosechar un gran éxito al otro lado del charco.
Interview: James Beaman of LIVED EXPERIENCE at The Triad
James Beaman, a force to reckon with in the cabaret scene of the Nineties, has been quietly working behind the scenes, of late, as a director. Well, he's ready to get back into the spotlight, twenty years after trading in his wigs for some iambic pentameter.
James Beaman, a force to reckon with in the cabaret scene of the Nineties, has been quietly working behind the scenes, of late, as a director. Well, he's ready to get back into the spotlight, twenty years after trading in his wigs for some iambic pentameter.
Theatre Director Nancy Meckler Releases New Book 'Notes From the Rehearsal Room'
Theatre director Nancy Meckler’s book Notes from the Rehearsal Room is intended for anyone interested, professionally or as a theatregoer, in what is involved in turning words on a page into a theatrical event.
Theatre director Nancy Meckler’s book Notes from the Rehearsal Room is intended for anyone interested, professionally or as a theatregoer, in what is involved in turning words on a page into a theatrical event.
Nottingham Playhouse Announces CINDERELLA Panto 2023
Following the triumphant opening of Dick Whittington last week, Nottingham Playhouse has announced that next year's pantomime will be Cinderella. Written by Notttingham Playhouse Artistic Director Adam Penford and starring the theatre's favourite dame, John Elkington, the show will run from 1 December 2023 to 13 January 2024.
Following the triumphant opening of Dick Whittington last week, Nottingham Playhouse has announced that next year's pantomime will be Cinderella. Written by Notttingham Playhouse Artistic Director Adam Penford and starring the theatre's favourite dame, John Elkington, the show will run from 1 December 2023 to 13 January 2024.
BWW Review: Triumphant THE FUNNY GIRL IN ME: JOSEPHINE SANGES SINGS FANNY BRICE Debuts at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
Josephine Sanges, John M. Cook, and Jeff Harnar have outdone themselves with the new Fanny Brice tribute show playing the Beechman. Read our critic's review.
Josephine Sanges, John M. Cook, and Jeff Harnar have outdone themselves with the new Fanny Brice tribute show playing the Beechman. Read our critic's review.
Shakespearean Actor Antony Sher Passes Away at 72
Today the RSC announced the death of Sir Antony Sher, Honorary Associate Artist and husband of Artistic Director, Gregory Doran. Antony was diagnosed with terminal cancer earlier this year with Gregory taking compassionate leave from his role in September to care for Antony.
Today the RSC announced the death of Sir Antony Sher, Honorary Associate Artist and husband of Artistic Director, Gregory Doran. Antony was diagnosed with terminal cancer earlier this year with Gregory taking compassionate leave from his role in September to care for Antony.
Nottingham Playhouse Will Stream PIAF on Demand
Pam Gems' Piaf – a Nottingham Playhouse and Leeds Playhouse co-production, reopened the theatre this summer, after an extended period of closure due to the COVID-19 lockdowns. Garnering rave reviews, Adam Penford's production tells the extraordinary life story of the sensational, world-renowned singer Edith Piaf, who began her career singing on the streets of Paris.
Pam Gems' Piaf – a Nottingham Playhouse and Leeds Playhouse co-production, reopened the theatre this summer, after an extended period of closure due to the COVID-19 lockdowns. Garnering rave reviews, Adam Penford's production tells the extraordinary life story of the sensational, world-renowned singer Edith Piaf, who began her career singing on the streets of Paris.
Nottingham Playhouse Announces Full Cast for PIAF
Pam Gems' Piaf – a Nottingham Playhouse and Leeds Playhouse co-production – tells the extraordinary life story of the sensational, world-renowned singer Edith Piaf. Her most famous songs include La Vie en Rose and Je Ne Regrette Rien, though the international star began her life singing on the streets of Paris.
Pam Gems' Piaf – a Nottingham Playhouse and Leeds Playhouse co-production – tells the extraordinary life story of the sensational, world-renowned singer Edith Piaf. Her most famous songs include La Vie en Rose and Je Ne Regrette Rien, though the international star began her life singing on the streets of Paris.
Nottingham Playhouse Announces Summer 2021 Season
Nottingham Playhouse today announces a packed Summer programme as the theatre reopens its doors to the public. With an eclectic collection that welcomes both live and digital audiences, the shows and events on offer embrace musical, classical and contemporary work, both inside the theatre and outdoors, this celebration of live work includes something for everyone
Nottingham Playhouse today announces a packed Summer programme as the theatre reopens its doors to the public. With an eclectic collection that welcomes both live and digital audiences, the shows and events on offer embrace musical, classical and contemporary work, both inside the theatre and outdoors, this celebration of live work includes something for everyone
Nottingham Playhouse Re-Opens This Summer With PIAF
Nottingham Playhouse has announced that Piaf – starring Jenna Russell - will finally be performed this summer as theatres begin to reopen across England.
Nottingham Playhouse has announced that Piaf – starring Jenna Russell - will finally be performed this summer as theatres begin to reopen across England.
BWW Feature: THE BIRTHDAY MONTH / LLOYD WEBBER 1 - Five productions that we won't forget
March is the month in which both Andrew Lloyd Webber and Stephen Sondheim celebrate their birthdays and on the same date (March 22), albeit 18 years apart. To mark the occasion, we are givng over four weeks to honour some of their finest moments on the London stage, taking each composer in turn to fete five memorable productions and then five outstanding performances. And so, below are five Lloyd Webber stagings that I shall long remember, several of which (COVID permitting) may be back amongst us in due course.
March is the month in which both Andrew Lloyd Webber and Stephen Sondheim celebrate their birthdays and on the same date (March 22), albeit 18 years apart. To mark the occasion, we are givng over four weeks to honour some of their finest moments on the London stage, taking each composer in turn to fete five memorable productions and then five outstanding performances. And so, below are five Lloyd Webber stagings that I shall long remember, several of which (COVID permitting) may be back amongst us in due course.
TV: PIAF's Jenna Russell, Sally Ann Triplett and Sara Poyzer Perform 'Hymne a L'Amour'
The stars of Piaf - which should have been performed at Nottingham Playhouse and Leeds Playhouse this spring - have come together for an exclusive performance of Hymne a L'Amour. The piece, initiated by Director Adam Penford and Musical Director Alex Parker, gives audiences an exclusive taste of what to expect from the postponed production.
The stars of Piaf - which should have been performed at Nottingham Playhouse and Leeds Playhouse this spring - have come together for an exclusive performance of Hymne a L'Amour. The piece, initiated by Director Adam Penford and Musical Director Alex Parker, gives audiences an exclusive taste of what to expect from the postponed production.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For Tour of SHANDYLAND
Spanning twenty years, Shandyland is a story of life, love, death and drink at the heart of a small, northern, family-run pub, and a shout of frustration from an abandoned working class community. Shandyland opens at Northern Stage (12-23 May), and after its Newcastle premiere will tour to Everyman, Liverpool (27 May - 6 June)
Spanning twenty years, Shandyland is a story of life, love, death and drink at the heart of a small, northern, family-run pub, and a shout of frustration from an abandoned working class community. Shandyland opens at Northern Stage (12-23 May), and after its Newcastle premiere will tour to Everyman, Liverpool (27 May - 6 June)
Sally Ann Triplett Joins Jenna Russell in PIAF at Nottingham Playhouse
Nottingham Playhouse and Leeds Playhouse have announced more of the casting for their upcoming co-production, Piaf. It includes the news that Sally Ann Triplett is set to reunite with friend Jenna Russell for their first performance together since 1987, in the West End premiere of Sondheim's seminal musical, Follies.
Nottingham Playhouse and Leeds Playhouse have announced more of the casting for their upcoming co-production, Piaf. It includes the news that Sally Ann Triplett is set to reunite with friend Jenna Russell for their first performance together since 1987, in the West End premiere of Sondheim's seminal musical, Follies.
Jenna Russell To Play Singer Edith Piaf in PIAF at Nottingham Playhouse
Tony nominee and Olivier Award-winner Jenna Russell will play French singer Edith Piaf, in a new play, Piaf, at Nottingham Playhouse.
Tony nominee and Olivier Award-winner Jenna Russell will play French singer Edith Piaf, in a new play, Piaf, at Nottingham Playhouse.
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble Will Kick Off WOMEN & PATRIARCHY Staged Reading Series
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble, a professional nonprofit theatre company based in NYC and Nyack, NY, announces that its provocative WOMEN & PATRIARCHY staged reading series will kick off on Saturday, November 23rd at 2:00 pm at Nyack's historic Nyack Library at 59 South Broadway.
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble, a professional nonprofit theatre company based in NYC and Nyack, NY, announces that its provocative WOMEN & PATRIARCHY staged reading series will kick off on Saturday, November 23rd at 2:00 pm at Nyack's historic Nyack Library at 59 South Broadway.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Pam Gems written?
Pam Gems has written 3 shows including Piaf (Bookwriter), Stanley (Playwright), Marlene (Bookwriter).
What awards has Pam Gems been nominated for?
Best Musical Revival (Olivier Awards) for Piaf , Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Marlene, Best Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Marlene , BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Stanley , Best Play (Tony Awards) for Stanley, Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Stanley, Best Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for The Blue Angel and Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Dusa, Fish, Stas and Vi.
What awards has Pam Gems won?
Pam Gems has won the BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Stanley and the Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Stanley.
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