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Over the last decade, Ryan Murphy has become one of the most influential creators in entertainment. The screenwriter, director and producer has won six Emmy Awards out of 28 nominations and a Tony Award in 2019 for Best Revival of a Play, as a producer. He has also earned three Grammy Award nominations, as a producer.



After attending Indiana University Bloomington for journalism, Murphy wrote for a variety of newspapers and publications before starting his screenwriting career in the late 1990s.

He is best known for creating and producing a number of successful television series that often include a cast from a repertoire of frequent collaborators with Murphy. Below is a list of all of Murphy's past, current and upcoming television and film projects. Not included are Murphy's unsold pilots, including "St. Sass" for The WB, "Pretty/Handsome" from FX and "Open" for HBO.

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[Regional (US), 2002]
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Hulu's MID-CENTURY MODERN Sets Release Date
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 18, 2025

Co-creator Max Mutchnick took to Instagram to share a moment from a rehearsal of Mid-Century Modern, also revealing that all ten episodes of the show are set to drop on Hulu on March 28.
Authentic Chicago Ensemble to Present Inaugural Production, SAFE LANDING: How The Owls Saved Me
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025

Safe Landing: How the Owls Saved Me by ACE Co-Founder Tim Kough will be the company's inaugural production. Learn more about the production and see how to attend.
Aaron Tveit Adds Second Show at the London Palladium
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2025

Aaron Tveit has added an extra show at the London Palladium this April. AARON TVEIT – LIVE AT THE LONDON PALLADIUM will now play two nights at the iconic venue. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MUAHS Awards to Honor Allison Janney With Distinguished Artisan Award
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2025

Oscar-winning actress Allison Janney will be presented with the Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Distinguished Artisan Award, the union’s top honor, at the 12th Annual MUAHS Awards.
Aaron Tveit Will Perform at the London Palladium in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

Tony Award-winning stage and screen star Aaron Tveit comes to London this April for his first ever UK solo show. He'll be playing one-night-only at the iconic London Palladium.
Spotlight: SANDRA BERNHARD at Patchogue Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Feb 5, 2025

Sandra Bernhard has just announced Shapes & Forms, her one-of-a-kind new live show for 2025. Fresh with new stories, one-liners, witty asides and an always surprising and eclectic blend of perfectly curated songs, Shapes and Forms comes packed with fun and raw emotion in only the way this American comedy queen and icon can do it: Wildly funny, unfiltered and unforgettable.
Spotlight: SANDRA BERNHARD at Keswick Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Feb 5, 2025

Sandra Bernhard has just announced Shapes & Forms, her one-of-a-kind new live show for 2025. Fresh with new stories, one-liners, witty asides and an always surprising and eclectic blend of perfectly curated songs, Shapes and Forms comes packed with fun and raw emotion in only the way this American comedy queen and icon can do it: Wildly funny, unfiltered and unforgettable.
The Patchogue Theatre Promotes Matt McKone to Director of Operations
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced the promotion of Matt McKone from Production Manager to Director of Operations. Learn more here!
Sandra Bernhard's SHAPES & FORMS 2025 Tour Dates Revealed
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2025

Sandra Bernhard has announced Shapes & Forms, her one-of-a-kind new live show for 2025. Fresh with new stories, one-liners, witty asides and an always surprising and eclectic blend of perfectly curated songs, Shapes and Forms comes packed with fun and raw emotion.
Sandra Bernhard Will Bring SHAPES & FORMS to The Patchogue Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

Fresh with new stories, one-liners, witty asides and an always surprising and eclectic blend of perfectly curated songs, Shapes and Forms comes packed with fun and raw emotion in only the way this American comedy queen and icon can do it.
Linda Lavin to Be Written Out of MID-CENTURY MODERN with Farewell Episode
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 27, 2025

Max Mutchnick, co-creator of Mid-Century Modern, took to Instagram on Friday to share how the late Linda Lavin will be written out of the new Hulu sitcom. 
Ronan Farrow 'Gently Nudged' Mother Mia Farrow to Return to Acting in THE ROOMMATE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025

During a Variety Studio presented by Audible at the Sundance Film Festival this weekend, Ronan Farrow revealed that he 'gently nudged' his mother to return to acting, which led her to star in The Roommate on Broadway opposite Patti LuPone.
See Tony Yazbeck, Kerry Ellis & More Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tony Yazbeck, Kerry Ellis and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING Comes to Rogue Machine
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

Pulitzer Prize finalist Will Arbery confronts humanity’s darkest fears with humor, warmth, and the fortitude of municipal public servants in this play about climate and change.
Interview: Triple Threat Tony Yazbeck Celebrates Tony Bennett at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 21, 2025

Broadway’s preeminent song and dance man, a true triple-threat, Yazbeck reimagines Bennett's repertoire, plus perhaps a few surprises, in a dazzling evening of song and dance on 1/29 and 1/30 at 54 Below.
Photos: OUR TOWN's Jim Parsons Receives Sardi's Portrait
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 8, 2025

Jim Parsons, who is currently starring on Broadway in Our Town and is most known for starring in the CBS hit The Big Bang Theory, recently received his portrait at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling and you can check out photos here!
Photos: Viola Davis & Ted Danson Honored with Special Golden Globe Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 6, 2025

Ahead of the main ceremony on Sunday, January 5, the Golden Globes recognized the 2024 Cecil B. DeMille Award Recipient, Viola Davis, and the 2024 Carol Burnett Award Recipient, Ted Danson, at the inaugural Golden Gala: An Evening of Excellence. Take a look at photos here!
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024

In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Twelve Days of Christmas: Richard Kind
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 18, 2024

The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. Day 6 features Richard Kind!
Meet the Cast of ALL IN: COMEDY ABOUT LOVE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2024

The world premiere of All In: Comedy About Love will premiere on Broadway on December 11. All In will be performed with a rotating cast of actors. Meet the first cast members taking the stage in the show here!

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