Peter Shaffer
Birth Place: Liverpool, ENGLAND
Latest News on Peter Shaffer:
AMADEUS Comes to The Gamm (Oct 16, 2024)
Lights of All Broadway Theatres to be Dimmed for Gavin Creel, Adrian Bailey & Maggie Smith (Oct 9, 2024)
Yale Repertory Theatre Reveals Newly Commissioned Artists (Sep 30, 2024)
AMADEUS Comes to The Gamm (Oct 16, 2024)
Lights of All Broadway Theatres to be Dimmed for Gavin Creel, Adrian Bailey & Maggie Smith (Oct 9, 2024)
Yale Repertory Theatre Reveals Newly Commissioned Artists (Sep 30, 2024)
Photos
Movies
Five Finger Exercise
[ 1962 ] writer
[ 1962 ] writer
The Pad (and How to Use It)
[ 1966 ] writer
[ 1966 ] writer
The Royal Hunt of the Sun
[ 1969 ] writer
[ 1969 ] writer
The Public Eye
[ 1972 ] writer
[ 1972 ] writer
Amadeus
[ 1984 ] supervisor - 2002 director's cut
[ 1984 ] supervisor - 2002 director's cut
Mavri komodia
[ 1995 ] writer
[ 1995 ] writer
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Play
Peter Shaffer, Lettice and Lovage
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1988 - Best Comedy
Peter ShafferLettice and Lovage
Olivier Awards - 1987 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year
Peter ShafferLettice And Lovage
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Play
Peter Shaffer, Amadeus
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1981 - Best Play
Peter Shaffer, Amadeus
winner
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Play
Peter Shaffer, Amadeus
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1979 - Best Play
Peter ShafferAmadeus
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding New Foreign Play
Peter Shaffer, Equus
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1975 - Best Play
Peter Shaffer, Equus
winner
Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Play
Peter Shaffer, Equus
Tony Awards - 1967 - Best Play
Peter ShafferBlack Comedy
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1966 - Best Play
Peter ShafferThe Royal Hunt of the Sun
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1960 - Best Foreign Play
Peter Shaffer, Five Finger Exercise
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1958 - Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright
Peter ShafferFive Finger Exercise
Videos
STAGE TUBE: Daniel Radcliffe Talks 'INISHMAAN' on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL
by Stage Tube - Apr 1, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek of Daniel Radcliffe & More in Broadway-Bound THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2014
TV Exclusive: BACKSTAGE WITH RICHARD RIDGE- ONCE's New 'Guy' & 'Girl'- Arthur Darvill & Joanna Christie!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Aug 11, 2013
TV Exclusive: Seth's Broadway Chatterbox With Melissa Errico!
by Seth's Broadway Chatterbox - Apr 14, 2012
STAGE TUBE: Meet the Company of The Old Globe’s 2011 Shakespeare Festival
by Lauren Wolman - May 15, 2011
STAGE TUBE: 'HARRY POTTER' Star Daniel Radcliffe Meets His Biggest Fan From Japan
by Eddie Varley - Jul 21, 2009
TV: Daniel Radcliffe Announces 'Broadway Annoying Audience Member Relocation Program' on Conan O'Brien
by Robert Diamond - Jan 13, 2009
News
AMADEUS Comes to The Gamm
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) will present Amadeus, Peter Shaffer’s multi-award-winning play reimagining the lives of 18th-century composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri.
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) will present Amadeus, Peter Shaffer’s multi-award-winning play reimagining the lives of 18th-century composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri.
Lights of All Broadway Theatres to be Dimmed for Gavin Creel, Adrian Bailey & Maggie Smith
After a public petition and outcry to dim all the lights of Broadway for some recent passings of stage legelends. All Broadway theatres in New York will dim their lights in honor of Adrian Bailey, Gavin Creel, and Maggie Smith.
After a public petition and outcry to dim all the lights of Broadway for some recent passings of stage legelends. All Broadway theatres in New York will dim their lights in honor of Adrian Bailey, Gavin Creel, and Maggie Smith.
Yale Repertory Theatre Reveals Newly Commissioned Artists
Yale Repertory Theatre has revealed the commissioning of new work by three artists. These three artists join a roster of more than 70 others whose work has been supported by Yale’s Binger Center for New Theatre. Learn more!
Yale Repertory Theatre has revealed the commissioning of new work by three artists. These three artists join a roster of more than 70 others whose work has been supported by Yale’s Binger Center for New Theatre. Learn more!
MURDER IN THE WEST END: The Plays Of Agatha Christie And Her Disciples, Volume II Released
Amnon Kabatchnik's latest book, Murder in the West End: The Plays of Agatha Christie and Her Disciples, Volume II, explores the works of Agatha Christie and her followers.
Amnon Kabatchnik's latest book, Murder in the West End: The Plays of Agatha Christie and Her Disciples, Volume II, explores the works of Agatha Christie and her followers.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Awarded Prestigious New Writing Commission
Pitlochry Festival Theatre has been chosen as one of just five venues across the UK to be awarded a prestigious writing commission for 2024.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre has been chosen as one of just five venues across the UK to be awarded a prestigious writing commission for 2024.
The Gate Theatre Reveals Three New Commissions To Run Alongside Sanaz Toossi's WISH YOU WERE HERE
Following the Gate recent announcement of the UK premiere Wish You Were Here by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Sanaz Toossi, the theatre announced that it has commissioned three writers to each write a short play to be performed alongside the production.
Following the Gate recent announcement of the UK premiere Wish You Were Here by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Sanaz Toossi, the theatre announced that it has commissioned three writers to each write a short play to be performed alongside the production.
Saher Shah's Debut Play VITAMIN D Will Run At The Soho Theatre in September
Vitamin D will return with a London run at Soho Theatre, following the productions successful national tour last year.
Vitamin D will return with a London run at Soho Theatre, following the productions successful national tour last year.
Paul Bettany to Reprise Role as 'Vision' in New Marvel Series
According to reports, Paul Bettany will be reprising his role as Vision in a currently untitled Marvel series from Terry Matalas. The new series will be helmed by Matalas, who recently was the showrunner for Star Trek: Picard with Patrick Stewart. This show marks the first new Marvel series in the works for two years, following a restructuring in the television output of the company. It is set to release in 2026.
According to reports, Paul Bettany will be reprising his role as Vision in a currently untitled Marvel series from Terry Matalas. The new series will be helmed by Matalas, who recently was the showrunner for Star Trek: Picard with Patrick Stewart. This show marks the first new Marvel series in the works for two years, following a restructuring in the television output of the company. It is set to release in 2026.
THE DUMB WAITER Comes to the Baxter Masambe Theatre in June
THE DUMB WAITER will be onstage at the Baxter Masambe Theatre from 18 - 28 June 2024. Learn more about the production here!
THE DUMB WAITER will be onstage at the Baxter Masambe Theatre from 18 - 28 June 2024. Learn more about the production here!
Review: AMADEUS at Theatre On The Bay
AMADEUS by Peter Shaffer is widely regarded as an absolute classic play from the 20th century. The words flow off the page with a rise and fall that can mimic great music - exactly what is needed to tell the story of the rivalry between Mozart and Salieri. What I loved most about this offering from Theatre on the Bay is the styling and how that pushed the musicality of the piece even more.
AMADEUS by Peter Shaffer is widely regarded as an absolute classic play from the 20th century. The words flow off the page with a rise and fall that can mimic great music - exactly what is needed to tell the story of the rivalry between Mozart and Salieri. What I loved most about this offering from Theatre on the Bay is the styling and how that pushed the musicality of the piece even more.
The Gamm Reveals Lineup For 40th Anniversary Season
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre has announced its 40th Anniversary Season slated to begin in late September. The 2024-25 season features five distinctive plays that highlight both The Gamm's history and its vision for the future.
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre has announced its 40th Anniversary Season slated to begin in late September. The 2024-25 season features five distinctive plays that highlight both The Gamm's history and its vision for the future.
Video: Get A First Look At Cleveland Play House's AMADEUS
Get a first look at Cleveland Playhouse's production of Amadeus in an all-new video. Experience Peter Shaffer's tale of malice, madness, and music in his dramatic, darkly comedic re-imagining of the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, through the lens of his contemporary, Antonio Salieri.
Get a first look at Cleveland Playhouse's production of Amadeus in an all-new video. Experience Peter Shaffer's tale of malice, madness, and music in his dramatic, darkly comedic re-imagining of the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, through the lens of his contemporary, Antonio Salieri.
Paul Bettany Will Play Antonio Salieri in Series Adaptation of AMADEUS
According to a new report, Paul Bettany, who was recently seen on Broadway in The Collaboration, has just joined the upcoming limited series Amadeus. Based on the life of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the series takes inspiration from Peter Shaffer's Tony-winning play of the same name and is written by Joe Barton and Julian Farino of British crime drama Giri/Haji.
According to a new report, Paul Bettany, who was recently seen on Broadway in The Collaboration, has just joined the upcoming limited series Amadeus. Based on the life of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the series takes inspiration from Peter Shaffer's Tony-winning play of the same name and is written by Joe Barton and Julian Farino of British crime drama Giri/Haji.
A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC And More Announced for Mainstage Irving-las Colinas 2024-2025 Season
Discover the exciting new 24-25 season lineup from MainStage Irving-Las Colinas. Get a sneak peek into the captivating performances and theatrical experiences that await you this season.
Discover the exciting new 24-25 season lineup from MainStage Irving-Las Colinas. Get a sneak peek into the captivating performances and theatrical experiences that await you this season.
Cleveland Play House to Present Peter Shaffer's AMADEUS This Month
Explore the history, rivalry, and legacy of classical music giants, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri in Peter Shaffer's award-winning play, AMADEUS, presented by Cleveland Play House. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Explore the history, rivalry, and legacy of classical music giants, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri in Peter Shaffer's award-winning play, AMADEUS, presented by Cleveland Play House. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Nancy Medina Outlines Plan For Five-Year Commitment to New Writing at the Bristol Old Vic
Nancy Medina commits to a five-year tenure focused on new writing at Bristol Old Vic. Discover how this award-winning director plans to invigorate the theatre scene with fresh narratives.
Nancy Medina commits to a five-year tenure focused on new writing at Bristol Old Vic. Discover how this award-winning director plans to invigorate the theatre scene with fresh narratives.
Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti and Anne Reid Will Lead Reading of LETTICE AND LOVAGE
Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti and Anne Reid will lead a rehearsed reading of Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer, in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK. The reading is directed by Loveday Ingram.
Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti and Anne Reid will lead a rehearsed reading of Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer, in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK. The reading is directed by Loveday Ingram.
Nottingham Playhouse Announces Cast And Creatives For LIBERATION SQUARES, 17 April
Discover the cast and creatives for Liberation Squares at Nottingham Playhouse. Get a sneak peek before the first performance on 17 April.
Discover the cast and creatives for Liberation Squares at Nottingham Playhouse. Get a sneak peek before the first performance on 17 April.
AMADEUS Series Adaptation to Star Will Sharpe as Mozart; Joe Barton to Adapt Peter Shaffer's Play
The White Lotus star Will Sharpe is set to take on the role of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in a series adaptation of Amadeus. The series will be a reimagined verison of Peter Shaffer’s award-winning stage play, adapted by Joe Barton and directed by Julian Farino.
The White Lotus star Will Sharpe is set to take on the role of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in a series adaptation of Amadeus. The series will be a reimagined verison of Peter Shaffer’s award-winning stage play, adapted by Joe Barton and directed by Julian Farino.
Review: EQUUS at Fulton Theatre
Horses. They're powerful animals most often associated with freedom in metaphysical circles. For 17-year-old Alan Strang, however, horses symbolize so much more than that...
Horses. They're powerful animals most often associated with freedom in metaphysical circles. For 17-year-old Alan Strang, however, horses symbolize so much more than that...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Peter Shaffer written?
Peter Shaffer has written 6 shows including Five Finger Exercise (Playwright), The Royal Hunt of the Sun (Bookwriter), Amadeus (Playwright), Lettice and Lovage (Playwright), Black Comedy / White Lies (Playwright), Equus (Playwright).
What awards has Peter Shaffer been nominated for?
Best Play (Tony Awards) for Lettice and Lovage, Best Comedy (Evening Standard Awards) for Lettice and Lovage, BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Lettice And Lovage, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Amadeus, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Amadeus, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Amadeus, Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Amadeus, Outstanding New Foreign Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Equus, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Equus, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Equus, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Black Comedy, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Royal Hunt of the Sun , Best Foreign Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Five Finger Exercise and Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright (Evening Standard Awards) for Five Finger Exercise.
What awards has Peter Shaffer won?
Peter Shaffer has won several prestigious awards, including Best Comedy at the Evening Standard Awards for Lettice and Lovage. He received the Outstanding Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for Amadeus, as well as the Best Play award at the Tony Awards and the Evening Standard Awards for the same work. In addition, he won the Outstanding New Foreign Play at the Drama Desk Awards and the Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Equus. He also received the Best Play award at the Tony Awards for Equus. Furthermore, Shaffer was awarded Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Five Finger Exercise, and he received the Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards for Five Finger Exercise.
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