Peter Brook
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
Latest News on Peter Brook:
Jamael Westman and Tom Moutchi Join WOLVES ON ROAD at the Bush Theatre (Oct 24, 2024)
New Camerata Opera Presents LA TRAGEDIE DE CARMEN (Sep 24, 2024)
Cast Set For LAND OF THE FREE at Southwark Playhouse Borough (Sep 9, 2024)
Jamael Westman and Tom Moutchi Join WOLVES ON ROAD at the Bush Theatre (Oct 24, 2024)
New Camerata Opera Presents LA TRAGEDIE DE CARMEN (Sep 24, 2024)
Cast Set For LAND OF THE FREE at Southwark Playhouse Borough (Sep 9, 2024)
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Productions
[Broadway, 1965]
Director
Writing
Adapter
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1980 - Special Citation
Peter BrookLe Centre International de Créations Théâtricales at La Mama
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Outstanding Director
Peter Brook, A Midsummer Night's Dream
winner
Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Direction of a Play
Peter Brook, A Midsummer Night's Dream
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1966 - Best Director
Peter Brook, The Persecution and Assassination of Marat as performed by the Inmates of the Asylu of Charenton Under the Direction of the Marquis de Sade
winner
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Direction of a Play
Peter Brook, Marat/Sade
Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Direction of a Musical
Peter Brook, Irma La Douce
Tony Awards - 1959 - Best Direction
Peter Brook, The Visit
Videos
VIDEO: Glenda Jackson of THREE TALL WOMEN Talks Moving From Acting to Politics
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2018
VIDEO: Glenda Jackson Talks Roles for Women and Returning to the Stage in THREE TALL WOMEN
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2018
STAGE TUBE: Young Vic's Short Film THE ROOF Pays Tribute to Director Peter Brook
by Louisa Brady - Apr 2, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of GöteborgsOperan's MADAMA BUTTERFLY
by Christina Mancuso - Feb 17, 2016
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Trailer for Paris Opera's 'Virtual Third Stage'
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 15, 2015
BWW Livestream: Watch Lincoln Center's Masters on Masters with David Hyde Pierce & David Lee!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2015
TV: Watch Jennifer Bowles, Rob McClure, Malcolm Gets & More in Encores! IRMA LA DOUCE
by Nicole Rosky - May 7, 2014
TV: Meet the Company of Encores! IRMA LA DOUCE; Plus Performance Preview!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Apr 30, 2014
TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with Ian McKellen & Patrick Stewart; Part 1
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Feb 2, 2014
AUDIO: Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart Talk GODOT, NO MAN'S LAND on 'Leonard Lopate Show'
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2013
News
Jamael Westman and Tom Moutchi Join WOLVES ON ROAD at the Bush Theatre
Bush Theatre has announced that Tom Moutchi and Jamael Westman will appear as guest actors in the world premiere of Wolves On Road, a fast, funny, and furious new play from Beru Tessema (House of Ife), directed by Bush Theatre’s Associate Artistic Director, Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch, August in England).
Bush Theatre has announced that Tom Moutchi and Jamael Westman will appear as guest actors in the world premiere of Wolves On Road, a fast, funny, and furious new play from Beru Tessema (House of Ife), directed by Bush Theatre’s Associate Artistic Director, Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch, August in England).
New Camerata Opera Presents LA TRAGEDIE DE CARMEN
New Camerata Opera announced a November performance of LA TRAGÉDIE DE CARMEN, offering a fresh take on Bizet's classic. The production promises an intimate and powerful experience for opera enthusiasts.
New Camerata Opera announced a November performance of LA TRAGÉDIE DE CARMEN, offering a fresh take on Bizet's classic. The production promises an intimate and powerful experience for opera enthusiasts.
Cast Set For LAND OF THE FREE at Southwark Playhouse Borough
A new play exploring the assassination of Abraham Lincoln announced its cast ahead of its opening next month. The production promises a deep dive into the historical event with a fresh perspective.
A new play exploring the assassination of Abraham Lincoln announced its cast ahead of its opening next month. The production promises a deep dive into the historical event with a fresh perspective.
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Cast Set For PRINCESS ESSEX at Shakespeare's Globe
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).
Sigourney Weaver Will Make West End Debut in THE TEMPEST This December
Sigourney Weaver will make her West End debut as Prospero in The Jamie Lloyd Company's new production of The Tempest at Theatre Royal Drury Lane beginning this December. Additionally, Tom Hiddleston will lead Much Ado About Nothing next year.
Sigourney Weaver will make her West End debut as Prospero in The Jamie Lloyd Company's new production of The Tempest at Theatre Royal Drury Lane beginning this December. Additionally, Tom Hiddleston will lead Much Ado About Nothing next year.
ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA: A DREAM OF PASSION To Have World Premiere At The Divine
Discover the world premiere of ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA: A DREAM OF PASSION, a new theatrical production exploring the timeless love story with a fresh perspective.
Discover the world premiere of ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA: A DREAM OF PASSION, a new theatrical production exploring the timeless love story with a fresh perspective.
The Regional Premiere of WISH YOU WERE HERE Comes to Gloucester Stage Company
Gloucester Stage Company will continue its 45th-year celebration with the regional premiere of 'WISH YOU WERE HERE' by Pulitzer Prize Winner Sanaz Toossi.
Gloucester Stage Company will continue its 45th-year celebration with the regional premiere of 'WISH YOU WERE HERE' by Pulitzer Prize Winner Sanaz Toossi.
UTOYA Comes to the Arcola Theatre in August
A searing reflection on the domestic effects of societal trauma, Utoya offers a timely reminder of the threat of far-right extremism, inviting us to consider how tragedy can both bind people together and pull them further apart.
A searing reflection on the domestic effects of societal trauma, Utoya offers a timely reminder of the threat of far-right extremism, inviting us to consider how tragedy can both bind people together and pull them further apart.
Interview: Theatre Life with Simon Godwin
Today’s subject Simon Godwin is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of DC’s Tony Award winning Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC). He assumed the position in 2019 succeeding the company’s founder Michael Kahn after a stunning 33-year reign.
Today’s subject Simon Godwin is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of DC’s Tony Award winning Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC). He assumed the position in 2019 succeeding the company’s founder Michael Kahn after a stunning 33-year reign.
Renée Fleming to Headline Tulsa Opera's 77th Season
Join Tulsa Opera's 77th season featuring international superstar soprano Renée Fleming. Learn more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Join Tulsa Opera's 77th season featuring international superstar soprano Renée Fleming. Learn more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch a Trailer for THE BOOK OF GRACE at Arcola Theatre
Watch a trailer for Arcola Theatre's production of The Book of Grace, a fierce family drama set against the backdrop of the Mexico-United States border by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks, in the video here!
Watch a trailer for Arcola Theatre's production of The Book of Grace, a fierce family drama set against the backdrop of the Mexico-United States border by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks, in the video here!
Book Review: A SENSE OF THEATRE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF BRITAIN'S NATIONAL THEATRE, by Richard Pilbrow
In the summer of 1962, Sir Laurence Olivier invited lighting designer Richard Pilbrow to 'sort out the bloody awful lighting' at Chichester Theatre two days before it opened. Pilbrow replied there was nothing he could do in so short a time. 'Well, you're no bloody use, are you?' Olivier quipped.
In the summer of 1962, Sir Laurence Olivier invited lighting designer Richard Pilbrow to 'sort out the bloody awful lighting' at Chichester Theatre two days before it opened. Pilbrow replied there was nothing he could do in so short a time. 'Well, you're no bloody use, are you?' Olivier quipped.
Newport Classical Music Festival Will Host 27 Concerts This July
The 2024 Newport Classical Music Festival will present 27 concerts this summer between July 4-21, 2024, bringing music to Newport's historic mansions and venues including The Breakers, Blithewold Mansion in Bristol, The Elms, Castle Hill Inn, Chinese Tea House, King Park, Newport Art Museum, Norman Bird Sanctuary, Redwood Library & Athenæum, and more.
The 2024 Newport Classical Music Festival will present 27 concerts this summer between July 4-21, 2024, bringing music to Newport's historic mansions and venues including The Breakers, Blithewold Mansion in Bristol, The Elms, Castle Hill Inn, Chinese Tea House, King Park, Newport Art Museum, Norman Bird Sanctuary, Redwood Library & Athenæum, and more.
Cast Set For THE TAMING OF THE SHREW at Shakespeare's Globe
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of The Taming of the Shrew, directed by Jude Christian.
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of The Taming of the Shrew, directed by Jude Christian.
Untitled Theater Company No. 61's EXAGOGE Begins Tonight at La MaMa
The world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's Exagoge begins tonight at La MaMa's Ellen Stewart Theatre, located at 66 East 4th Street in New York City.
The world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's Exagoge begins tonight at La MaMa's Ellen Stewart Theatre, located at 66 East 4th Street in New York City.
New Play from Simple8 To Examine the Assassination of Abraham Lincoln This Autumn
The award-winning ensemble Simple8 has announced the new play, Land of The Free, that dissects the life of the actor John Wilkes Booth and how he came to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln in 1865.
The award-winning ensemble Simple8 has announced the new play, Land of The Free, that dissects the life of the actor John Wilkes Booth and how he came to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln in 1865.
Book Review: THE ACTOR AND THE SPACE, Declan Donnellan
His first publication went viral (once again, in a way) when Mr Jeremy Strong of Succession fame featured it in his GQ interview about his essentials, saying he swears by it. Declan Donnellan succeeds at describing the indescribable, putting the ephemeral art of acting on paper in another gem of a book. The Actor and the Space admits it’s not trying to be a manual of any kind, specifying that, ultimately, every single choice is personal and down to the individual - but the result becomes a light in the dark. Yes, it’s a collection of invaluable suggestions and advice on how to approach a dramatic text to attain the best results, but, curiously, it swiftly turns into an celebration of the human experience.
His first publication went viral (once again, in a way) when Mr Jeremy Strong of Succession fame featured it in his GQ interview about his essentials, saying he swears by it. Declan Donnellan succeeds at describing the indescribable, putting the ephemeral art of acting on paper in another gem of a book. The Actor and the Space admits it’s not trying to be a manual of any kind, specifying that, ultimately, every single choice is personal and down to the individual - but the result becomes a light in the dark. Yes, it’s a collection of invaluable suggestions and advice on how to approach a dramatic text to attain the best results, but, curiously, it swiftly turns into an celebration of the human experience.
La MaMa to Present World Premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's EXAGOGE
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61’s Exagoge. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61’s Exagoge. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
JMK Trust Reveals Shortlist For 2024 JMK Award
The JMK Trust today announces the eight shortlisted theatre directors, and the designers they partnered with, in the running for the 2024 JMK Award – Dipo Baruwa-Etti, Adam Karim, Zoe Murtagh, Josh Parr, Joanna Pidcock, Zoë Templeman-Young, Amelia Thornber and Sam Woof.
The JMK Trust today announces the eight shortlisted theatre directors, and the designers they partnered with, in the running for the 2024 JMK Award – Dipo Baruwa-Etti, Adam Karim, Zoe Murtagh, Josh Parr, Joanna Pidcock, Zoë Templeman-Young, Amelia Thornber and Sam Woof.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Peter Brook written?
Peter Brook has written 2 shows including Love Is My Sin (Adapter), Why? (Playwright).
What awards has Peter Brook been nominated for?
Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Le Centre International de Créations Théâtricales at La Mama, Outstanding Director (Drama Desk Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Persecution and Assassination of Marat as performed by the Inmates of the Asylu of Charenton Under the Direction of the Marquis de Sade, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Marat/Sade, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Irma La Douce and Best Direction (Tony Awards) for The Visit.
What awards has Peter Brook won?
Peter Brook has received the following awards: Special Citation from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Le Centre International de Créations Théâtrales at La Mama; Outstanding Director from the Drama Desk Awards for A Midsummer Night's Dream; Best Direction of a Play from the Tony Awards for A Midsummer Night's Dream; Best Director from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Persecution and Assassination of Marat as performed by the Inmates of the Asylum of Charenton Under the Direction of the Marquis de Sade; and Best Direction of a Play from the Tony Awards for Marat/Sade.
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