Peter Quilter
Latest News on Peter Quilter:
Wendi Peters Will Star as Florence Foster Jenkins in GLORIOUS at Hope Mill Theatre (Nov 20, 2024)
Norwich Theatre ALADDIN Panto Cast Revealed (Jul 18, 2024)
Cast Set For Peninsula Players Theatre's 4000 DAYS (Feb 16, 2024)
Wendi Peters Will Star as Florence Foster Jenkins in GLORIOUS at Hope Mill Theatre (Nov 20, 2024)
Norwich Theatre ALADDIN Panto Cast Revealed (Jul 18, 2024)
Cast Set For Peninsula Players Theatre's 4000 DAYS (Feb 16, 2024)
BIO
Peter’s work has been produced in major theatres throughout the world, playing in 34 countries and translated into 22 languages. He has had three shows in London’s West End and has twice been nominated for the Olivier Award: Best Comedy 2006 and Best Play 2011. End of the Rainbow premiered at Sydney Opera House, followed by hit productions in Amsterdam, Madrid, Hamburg, Rio de Janeiro and London. Peter’s comedy Glorious! (the true story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the worst singer in the world) has also enjoyed considerable international success, playing to over a million people in theatres across five continents. His other plays include The Morning After, Celebrity, Boyband, The Nightingales and the 2-actor comedy Duets.
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Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Master Card Best New Play
Peter QuilterEnd Of The Rainbow
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best New Comedy
Peter QuilterGlorious!
Videos
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes with END OF THE RAINBOW at the Arvada Center
by Stage Tube - Mar 31, 2014
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Tracie Bennett, Michael Cumpsty and More in Highlights of END OF THE RAINBOW
by Stage Tube - Mar 15, 2013
STAGE TUBE: Commercial - END OF THE RAINBOW, Starring Tracie Bennett, at the Ahmanson
by Stage Tube - Mar 9, 2013
TV: First Look at Tracie Bennett in END OF THE RAINBOW; Opens on Broadway Tonight!
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 2, 2012
News
Wendi Peters Will Star as Florence Foster Jenkins in GLORIOUS at Hope Mill Theatre
Hope Mill Theatre has announced Wendi Peters as Florence Foster Jenkins in GLORIOUS! The True Story of The Worst Singer in the World, which will open at Hope Mill Theatre in February
Hope Mill Theatre has announced Wendi Peters as Florence Foster Jenkins in GLORIOUS! The True Story of The Worst Singer in the World, which will open at Hope Mill Theatre in February
Norwich Theatre ALADDIN Panto Cast Revealed
Norwich Theatre has announced Lisa Maxwell as the Evil Aunt in the panto this Christmas, opening at Norwich Theatre Royal on 7 Dec 24 and running until 5 Jan 25.
Norwich Theatre has announced Lisa Maxwell as the Evil Aunt in the panto this Christmas, opening at Norwich Theatre Royal on 7 Dec 24 and running until 5 Jan 25.
Cast Set For Peninsula Players Theatre's 4000 DAYS
Peninsula Players Theatre has announced the cast for “4000 Days” by Peter Quilter, its second offering of The Play's The Thing, the theater's winter play reading series.
Peninsula Players Theatre has announced the cast for “4000 Days” by Peter Quilter, its second offering of The Play's The Thing, the theater's winter play reading series.
Cast Set for Peninsula Players Theatre's THE NATURE PLAYS
Peninsula Players Theatre has revealed the cast for its first offering of The Play's the Thing, the theater's winter play reading series presented to Door County audiences.
Peninsula Players Theatre has revealed the cast for its first offering of The Play's the Thing, the theater's winter play reading series presented to Door County audiences.
Peninsula Players Theatre to Present 2024 Winter Play Reading Series
Peninsula Players Theatre will present the 2024 season of The Play’s the Thing, a winter play reading series presented to Door County audiences.
Peninsula Players Theatre will present the 2024 season of The Play’s the Thing, a winter play reading series presented to Door County audiences.
Feature: VRIENDINNEN OP AVONTUUR IN TOP VROUWEN: DE ULTIEME COMEDY VOOR EEN HILARISCHE LADIESNIGHT!
Begin volgend jaar brengt REP Entertainment de gloednieuwe vriendinnencomedy TOP Vrouwen naar de Nederlandse theaters met Tanja Jess, Rian Gerritsen en Sandra Mattie. Een voorstelling vol humor, avontuur en herkenbare ups en downs. De producent van Huisvrouwen Bestaan Niet, Opvliegers en Girls on Fire, neemt het publiek opnieuw mee op een reis vol onthullingen en verrassingen. TOP Vrouwen is vanaf 22 december 2023 te zien door heel Nederland.
Begin volgend jaar brengt REP Entertainment de gloednieuwe vriendinnencomedy TOP Vrouwen naar de Nederlandse theaters met Tanja Jess, Rian Gerritsen en Sandra Mattie. Een voorstelling vol humor, avontuur en herkenbare ups en downs. De producent van Huisvrouwen Bestaan Niet, Opvliegers en Girls on Fire, neemt het publiek opnieuw mee op een reis vol onthullingen en verrassingen. TOP Vrouwen is vanaf 22 december 2023 te zien door heel Nederland.
Peter Quilter's DUETS: A COMEDY IN FOUR ACTS (DUETOS) Opens in Sao Paulo
The play comically portrays the encounters and disagreements of the contemporary love life of eight characters through four stories of a woman and a man - not necessarily couples - dealing with their own desires and traumas in search of love and facing loneliness. A gloriously funny examination of the chaotic world of love and relationships.
The play comically portrays the encounters and disagreements of the contemporary love life of eight characters through four stories of a woman and a man - not necessarily couples - dealing with their own desires and traumas in search of love and facing loneliness. A gloriously funny examination of the chaotic world of love and relationships.
Chicago Premiere Of Frances Poet's ADAM To Complete PrideArts 2021-22 Season
PrideArts today announced the final show of its upcoming five-show season – ADAM, by Scottish playwright Frances Poet.
PrideArts today announced the final show of its upcoming five-show season – ADAM, by Scottish playwright Frances Poet.
PrideArts 2021-22 Season To Explore “The Search For Identity Among Queer Communities”
An Australian musical, a comedy-drama from the writer whose play was adapted as the hit movie JUDY, an Uptown holiday celebration, a new Ruth Bader Ginsberg bio, and a fifth play to be announced, will comprise PrideArts' first season under newly appointed Artistic Director Jay Españo.
An Australian musical, a comedy-drama from the writer whose play was adapted as the hit movie JUDY, an Uptown holiday celebration, a new Ruth Bader Ginsberg bio, and a fifth play to be announced, will comprise PrideArts' first season under newly appointed Artistic Director Jay Españo.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and More Announced for The Carnegie 2021-22 Theatre Season
The Theatre Series is back! The Carnegie's 2021-22 season features a fast-talking plant; an intimate glimpse into the complicated life of a Hollywood icon; a heartwarming, family musical that will have everyone humming “Do-Re-Mi”; and the debut of a new script by a local arts leader.
The Theatre Series is back! The Carnegie's 2021-22 season features a fast-talking plant; an intimate glimpse into the complicated life of a Hollywood icon; a heartwarming, family musical that will have everyone humming “Do-Re-Mi”; and the debut of a new script by a local arts leader.
Dozens of New Theater Jobs Posted in This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 5/20/2021
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/20/2021 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/20/2021 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
BWW Review: 4000 DAYS at Richmond Triangle Players
Richmond Triangle Players has had occasional live productions going through the pandemic, but its new '4000 Days' is the first in-person show for many newly vaccinated theatergoers. The socially distanced, masked patrons in the audience seemed happy to be in a theater at all, but '4000 Days' is only a mild inducement to come back.
Richmond Triangle Players has had occasional live productions going through the pandemic, but its new '4000 Days' is the first in-person show for many newly vaccinated theatergoers. The socially distanced, masked patrons in the audience seemed happy to be in a theater at all, but '4000 Days' is only a mild inducement to come back.
4000 DAYS Continues Triangle Players' Season Onstage And Online Beginning April 29
Richmond Triangle Players continues its 28th season with the Virginia premiere of Peter Quilter's 4000 Days, an acclaimed play that has earned rave reviews around the world. The production will open Friday, April 30, 2021 after a low-priced preview on Thursday April 29. The production will run through May 15, and will have an online option available as well.
Richmond Triangle Players continues its 28th season with the Virginia premiere of Peter Quilter's 4000 Days, an acclaimed play that has earned rave reviews around the world. The production will open Friday, April 30, 2021 after a low-priced preview on Thursday April 29. The production will run through May 15, and will have an online option available as well.
THE ACTRESS Comes to Stirling Theatre
Stirling Theatre is starting its 50th year with a farewell performance, as seen in the play The Actress, with a famous stage performer deciding to retire.
Stirling Theatre is starting its 50th year with a farewell performance, as seen in the play The Actress, with a famous stage performer deciding to retire.
Tacoma Little Theatre Presents 4000 DAYS - An Off The Shelf Reading
Tacoma Little Theatre's Off the Shelf program is excited to present Peter Quilter's heartfelt story, 4000 Days, directed by Jeffery Swiney-Weaver and featuring some of the Pacific Northwest's finest actors. This production will play Thursday, December 12, 2019 at 7:30pm.
Tacoma Little Theatre's Off the Shelf program is excited to present Peter Quilter's heartfelt story, 4000 Days, directed by Jeffery Swiney-Weaver and featuring some of the Pacific Northwest's finest actors. This production will play Thursday, December 12, 2019 at 7:30pm.
BWW Interview: Playwright Peter Quilter On His Global Paths To World Premiering His Latest BESTSELLER
Internationally renowned playwright Peter Quilter will have his latest theatrical accomplishment BESTSELLER world premiering at the International City Theatre (ICT) in Long Beach beginning June 12, 2019. Writer of such successful shows as END OF THE RAINBOW on Judy Garland and GLORIOUS! on Florence Foster Jenkins, amongst others, BESTSELLER centers on a writers retreat housing an eclectic bunch of writers with writers block. Peter agreed to correspond with me from his home in the Canary Islands.
Internationally renowned playwright Peter Quilter will have his latest theatrical accomplishment BESTSELLER world premiering at the International City Theatre (ICT) in Long Beach beginning June 12, 2019. Writer of such successful shows as END OF THE RAINBOW on Judy Garland and GLORIOUS! on Florence Foster Jenkins, amongst others, BESTSELLER centers on a writers retreat housing an eclectic bunch of writers with writers block. Peter agreed to correspond with me from his home in the Canary Islands.
Peter Quilter's BESTSELLER Gets World Premiere at ICT
International City Theatre presents a zany comic romp about writers, how they write, the stories they tell and the secrets they keep. Jane Page directs the world premiere of Bestseller by internationally renowned playwright Peter Quilter (End of the Rainbow, Glorious!) for a three-week run, June 14through June 30, atInternational City Theatre in the Long Beach Performing Arts Center. Two low-priced previews are set for June 12 and June 13.
International City Theatre presents a zany comic romp about writers, how they write, the stories they tell and the secrets they keep. Jane Page directs the world premiere of Bestseller by internationally renowned playwright Peter Quilter (End of the Rainbow, Glorious!) for a three-week run, June 14through June 30, atInternational City Theatre in the Long Beach Performing Arts Center. Two low-priced previews are set for June 12 and June 13.
International City Theatre Announces 2019 Season of Music, Merriment and More
International City Theatre has announced its 2019 season of five plays at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center, where ICT is the resident professional theater company.
International City Theatre has announced its 2019 season of five plays at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center, where ICT is the resident professional theater company.
BWW Review: Ingersoll's Garland Reincarnated in An Excruciatingly Raw END OF THE RAINBOW
Playwright Peter Quilter's END OF THE RAINBOW packs a powerful punch in the gut under director Michael Matthews sure-handed guidance of his talented cast. Two moments of RAINBOW rate as the must, MUST-see moments for any Judy Garland aficionados - when the astonishing Angela Ingersoll totally morphs into Judy Garland singing 'The Man That Got Away' and, when Ingersoll channels Judy Garland in 'Over the Rainbow.' Ingersoll has Judy Garland down pat.
Playwright Peter Quilter's END OF THE RAINBOW packs a powerful punch in the gut under director Michael Matthews sure-handed guidance of his talented cast. Two moments of RAINBOW rate as the must, MUST-see moments for any Judy Garland aficionados - when the astonishing Angela Ingersoll totally morphs into Judy Garland singing 'The Man That Got Away' and, when Ingersoll channels Judy Garland in 'Over the Rainbow.' Ingersoll has Judy Garland down pat.
Laguna Playhouse Presents Angela Ingersoll As Judy Garland In END OF THE RAINBOW
LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE is thrilled to present the second show in its 98th season, Angela Ingersoll starring as Judy Garland in the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts/McCoy Rigby Entertainment production of the critically acclaimed END OF THE RAINBOW, written by Peter Quilter, with musical direction by Jon Steinhagen and directed by Ovation Award winner Michael Matthews.
LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE is thrilled to present the second show in its 98th season, Angela Ingersoll starring as Judy Garland in the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts/McCoy Rigby Entertainment production of the critically acclaimed END OF THE RAINBOW, written by Peter Quilter, with musical direction by Jon Steinhagen and directed by Ovation Award winner Michael Matthews.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Peter Quilter written?
Peter Quilter has written 1 shows including End of the Rainbow (Playwright).
What awards has Peter Quilter been nominated for?
Master Card Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for End Of The Rainbow and Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Glorious!.
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