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Steel Magnolias
[ 1989 ] Minister
Soapdish
[ 1991 ] writer
The Evening Star
[ 1996 ] writer
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] writer
Laws of Attraction
[ 2004 ] writer

Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 1990 - Comedy of the Year

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San Pedro Playhouse And Classic Theatre Announce 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre will present 'The Rest is HERstory,' a season spotlighting powerful, women-centered stories that captivate, inspire, and entertain.
Mary Bridget Davies to Reprises Role in A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at Bell Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025

Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ. has unveiled the final show in its 2025 season. The rock musical A Night with Janis Joplin will close out the season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Connecticut Theatre Company
by Jared Reynolds - Mar 15, 2025

Steel Magnolias at the Connecticut Theater Company runs from March 14 – 23, with performance on Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Check here for the review.
Review: Robert Harling's STEEL MAGNOLIAS at the Carrollwood Cultural Center
by Peter Nason - Mar 15, 2025

A stellar cast brings its A-game to this wonderful, tight production.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Announced At The Hill Country Community Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2025

The Hill Country Community Theatre has announced that public ticketing for its highly anticipated production of Steel Magnolias begins Monday, March 17th, at noon.
Cast Set for Capitol Theatre Port Hope Summer Season Featuring WAITRESS and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025

Capitol Theatre Port Hope has shared casting details for the four mainstage productions of the A Place to Call Home summer season, featuring Waitress and more.
Video: THE WOLVES, STEEL MAGNOLIAS And More Set for Playmakers Repertory Company 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2025

PlayMakers Repertory Company has turned the traditional season announcement on its head with a high-energy, company-wide video that puts audiences front and center of the theatre's boldest lineup yet. Watch the video.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS Now Playing at Creative Cauldron
by Jake Bridges - Feb 22, 2025

What did BroadwayWorld's critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Creative Cauldron? Learn more about the production here, and read the review. STEEL MAGNOLIAS runs from now until March 9, 2025.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to Birmingham Village Players
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025

Birmingham Village Players will present Steel Magnolias next month. Peel back the layers of Southern charm to reveal the strength and grace of these women.
Milton Keynes Theatre Announces The First-Ever Stage Production Of INSPECTOR MORSE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2025

Simon Friend Entertainment has announced a new co-production with Birmingham Repertory Theatre which will see Tom Chambers play the beloved detective Inspector Morse in a thrilling new stage production, Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts.
Tom Chambers Will Lead INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

Tom Chambers will  play the beloved detective Inspector Morse in a new stage production, Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts. The production opens in Birmingham on Thursday 28 August 2025 ahead of a major UK tour.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Cade Lott - Feb 2, 2025

A local school's Theatre Department recently transported audiences to Chinquapin, Louisiana, with a heartwarming and hilarious production of Robert Harling's 'Steel Magnolias.' The magic of the evening was palpable from the moment the lights came up. The production team crafted a beautiful and intimate world that perfectly captured the charm and strength of the play.
Creative Cauldron Celebrates Theater Grand Opening With STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

In February, Creative Cauldron will open its brand-new theater and new home in the Broad and Washington project with the production of Steel Magnolias, written by Robert Harling. 
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to Birmingham Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling is coming to Birmingham Festival Theatre in April. Performances will run April 25 - May 11, 2025. Learn more about the show here!
Bell Theater at Bell Works Reveals 2025 Shows
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024

Bell Theater, located in the Bell Works complex in Holmdel, NJ, has a slate of concerts and stage productions lined up for the 2025 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
MISERY & More Set for Peninsula Players Theatre 90th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2024

Peninsula Players Theatre has revealed its 90th season, featuring Misery, Barefoot in the Park and more. See the full lineup and see how to purchase tickets!
2024 IDEA AWARDS FOR THEATRE Recipients Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024

The Bret Adams and Paul Reisch Foundation has announced the recipients of their 2024 Idea Awards for Theatre.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Manor Club Theatre Is No Shrinking Violet
by Bruce Apar - Oct 19, 2024

For this perennially popular, bittersweet stage piece, plot really isn’t the point any more than it is on the daytime TV soaps.  It’s all about relationships
Capitol Theatre Port Hope Announces 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024

The Capitol Theatre Port Hope's 2025 season, 'A Place to Call Home,' features productions like ALICE IN WONDERLAND, WAITRESS, STEEL MAGNOLIAS, and the world premiere of REZ GAS, plus a holiday panto.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS to be Presented At MCCC's Kelsey Theatre in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024

The Yardley Players will present STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College. Experience the humor and heart of a close-knit group of southern women in Truvy's beauty salon. Learn how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Robert Harling written?

Robert Harling has written 2 shows including Steel Magnolias (Playwright), First Wives Club: The Musical (Source Material).

What awards has Robert Harling been nominated for?

and Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Steel Magnolias.

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