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Awards and Nominations


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1990 - Best Foreign Play

Peter Nichols, Privates on Parade


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Olivier Awards - 1982 - Musical of the Year

Peter NicholsPoppy

Olivier Awards - 1981 - Play of the Year

Peter NicholsPassion Play

Olivier Awards - 1980 - Comedy of the Year

Peter NicholsBorn In The Gardens


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Olivier Awards - 1977 - Comedy of the Year

Peter Nichols, Privates On Parade

Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding New Foreign Play

Peter Nichols, The National Health

Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Play

Peter Nichols, The National Health

Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Play

Peter Nichols, Joe Egg

News


Stage and Screen Actor Timothy West Dies at Age 90

BroadwayWorld is sad to report that Timothy Lancaster West, CBE, stage and screen actor, has died at age 90. Read the full obituary for Timothy West here.
Theatre Director Michael Blakemore Dies at 95

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that theatre director Michael Blakemore has died at age 95. Read his obituary here.
Odyssey Theatre to Present A DAY IN THE DEATH OF JOE EGG in October

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will present a compelling revival of Nichols’ semi-autobiographical dark comedy, directed by Ethan Maniquis. Public previews begin October 5. Performances will continue through November 21 at the Odyssey’s three-theater complex in West L.A.
33rd Annual Notre Dame Student Film Festival Announced

The University of Notre Dame’s Department of Film, Television, and Theatre announced the 33rd Annual Notre Dame Student Film Festival, in the Browning Cinema at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, January 21 through 23.   
Photo Flash: See Courtney Act, Monet X Change and More of the Cast of DEATH DROP

Murder can be such a Drag…! This brand new killer comedy, Death Drop, opening at the Garrick Theatre on 4 December 2020 is an historic West End first. Starring RuPaul’s Drag Race superstars Courtney Act and Monét X Change, along with a full drag cast in this new hilarious murder mystery - this show is like nothing you’ve seen before!
Courtney Act and Monét X Change Will Star in DEATH DROP at The Garrick Theatre

Murder can be such a Drag! This brand new killer comedy, Death Drop, opening at the Garrick Theatre on 3 December 2020 is an historic West End first. Starring RuPaula's Drag Race superstars Courtney Act and Monét X Change, along with a full drag cast in this new hilarious murder mystery - this show is like nothing you've seen on the West End stage ever before! 
Staff Picks: BroadwayWorld Selects Movie Musicals That Are Better Then the Stage Shows

Need inspiration? The BroadwayWorld team has come together to help guide your musical quarantine journey. Today, we bring you just a few recommendations for: A movie musical that's better than the stage show...
Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For SNOW WHITE at Richmond Theatre

Richmond Theatre have today announced that comedian, writer, actor and presenter Jo Brand will lead the cast of this year's spectacular family pantomime, SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS, alongside returning funny man Jon Clegg with hilarious panto dame Jason Sutton from Sat 7 Dec 2019 – Sun 5 Jan 2020. Press are invited to attend for review on Thursday 12th December at 7pm.
Casting Announced For Peter Nichols: A Celebration At Trafalgar Studios

It's been announced today that the Game of Thrones and Endeavour actor Roger Allam will lead a host of star names in a tribute show to celebrate one of the greatest playwrights of our generation - Peter Nichols: A Celebration will take place at Trafalgar Studios on Wednesday 27th November.
The British Library And Trafalgar Theatre Productions Present PETER NICHOLS: A CELEBRATION

In collaboration with the British Library and the critically-acclaimed production of A Day in the Death of Joe Egg, Trafalgar Studios is very excited to be presenting a celebration of Peter Nichols' works in this special event on Wednesday 27th November.
Photo Flash: First Look at Jo Brand in SNOW WHITE at Richmond Theatre

Richmond Theatre have today announced that comedian, writer, actor and presenter Jo Brand will lead the cast of this year's spectacular family pantomime, SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS, alongside returning funny man Jon Clegg with hilarious panto dame Jason Sutton from Sat 7 Dec 2019 – Sun 5 Jan 2020. Press are invited to attend for review on Thursday 12th December at 7pm.
Clive Owen Will Star in LISEY'S STORY With Julianne Moore

Variety reports that actor Clive Owen has joined 'Lisey's Story' at Apple, which is based on the Stephen King book. Julianne Moore also stars.
Review Roundup: A DAY IN THE DEATH OF JOE EGG Revival At Trafalgar Studios

When Peter Nichols wrote the ground-breaking play A Day in the Death of Joe Egg in 1967, it was inspired by his own personal experience of bringing up his disabled daughter. A story about family, the funny and moving play shines a light on her parents' caring for their daughter, who is affectionately nicknamed Joe Egg.
BWW Review: A DAY IN THE DEATH OF JOE EGG, Trafalgar Studios

Claire Skinner and Toby Stephens reunite for the first time in 18 years in Peter Nichols seminal 1960's play about parents coping with a disabled child. Does A Day in the Death of Joe Egg stand the test of time?
THE ANTIPODES Leads October's Top 10 New London Shows

London is never short of temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From Annie Baker's latest to Ealing comedy and a royal reunion, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews, interviews and features!
Final Casting Announced For A DAY IN THE DEATH OF JOE EGG

When Peter Nichols wrote the ground-breaking play A Day in the Death of Joe Egg in 1967, it was inspired by his own personal experience of bringing up his disabled daughter. A story about family, the funny and moving play shines a light on her parents' caring for their daughter, who is affectionately nicknamed Joe Egg.
Playwright Peter Nichols Dies at Age 92

BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn that playwright Peter Nichols has died at age 92.
A Celebration Of E. Katherine Kerr Announced At Playwrights Horizons

Friends, colleagues, and students of the highly regarded and much loved actor, teacher, writer, and director E. Katherine Kerr will gather on Monday, September 30, 2019, at 6:00 P.M. at Playwrights Horizons Peter Jay Sharp Theater to celebrate her life.
Martin Markinson Releases Memoir, Available Now

Come On Along & Listen To MY LIFE IN THEATRE, a new memoir by legendary theatre owner and independent theatrical producer Martin Markinson, is now available from Archway Publishing
Patricia Hodge Joins Cast Of A DAY IN THE DEATH OF JOE EGG

It's been announced today that Olivier Award winner and Miranda star Patricia Hodge will join the cast of Peter Nichols' funny and moving masterpiece A Day in the Death of Joe Egg. Hodge will star opposite Toby Stephens (Oslo, Lost in Space) and Claire Skinner (Outnumbered, The Father). The production opens at London's Trafalgar Studios on 21 September (Press Night 2 October).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Peter Nichols written?

Peter Nichols has written 6 shows including Georgy (Source Material), The National Health (Playwright), Privates on Parade (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Poppy (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Passion (Playwright), A Day in the Death of Joe Egg (Playwright).

What awards has Peter Nichols been nominated for?

Best Foreign Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Privates on Parade, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Poppy, Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Passion Play, Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Born In The Gardens, Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Privates On Parade, Outstanding New Foreign Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The National Health, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The National Health and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Joe Egg.

What awards has Peter Nichols won?

Peter Nichols has won several prestigious awards, including Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Privates on Parade." He also received the Musical of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "Poppy," and the Comedy of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "Privates on Parade."

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