Sean Foley
Latest News on Sean Foley:
Review Roundup: DR STRANGELOVE Starring Steve Coogan (Oct 30, 2024)
Review: DR. STRANGELOVE, Noel Coward Theatre (Oct 30, 2024)
Photos: DR. STRANGELOVE at the Noël Coward Theatre (Oct 15, 2024)
Review Roundup: DR STRANGELOVE Starring Steve Coogan (Oct 30, 2024)
Review: DR. STRANGELOVE, Noel Coward Theatre (Oct 30, 2024)
Photos: DR. STRANGELOVE at the Noël Coward Theatre (Oct 15, 2024)
BIO
Sean Foley (born John Foley; 21 November 1964) is a British director, writer, comedian and actor. Following early success as part of the comedy double act The Right Size and their long-running stage show The Play What I Wrote, Foley has more recently become a director, including of several West End comedy productions. In 2019, he was appointed as Artistic Director of the Birmingham Repertory Theatre.
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Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Director
Sean Foley, The Ladykillers
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Entertainment
Sean FoleyArturo Brachetti: Change
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Actor
Sean FoleyThe Play What I Wrote
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Photos/Video: First Look at the UK Premiere of BHANGRA NATION at Birmingham Rep; Cast Revealed!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2023
Video: Watch Carrie Hope Fletcher Perform New Song from THE CROWN JEWELS
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 2, 2023
Photos/Video: Inside Rehearsal For THE CROWN JEWELS at the Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2023
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Review Roundup: DR STRANGELOVE Starring Steve Coogan
Steve Coogan stars in the first ever adaption of Stanley Kubrick’s iconic Dr. Strangelove, as the world premiere stage production prepares for a strictly limited run at London’s Noël Coward Theatre. Check out what the critics are saying about the new show here!
Steve Coogan stars in the first ever adaption of Stanley Kubrick’s iconic Dr. Strangelove, as the world premiere stage production prepares for a strictly limited run at London’s Noël Coward Theatre. Check out what the critics are saying about the new show here!
Review: DR. STRANGELOVE, Noel Coward Theatre
New stage version of Stanley Kubrick's black comedy lands with as much force today as it did in cinemas 60 years ago
New stage version of Stanley Kubrick's black comedy lands with as much force today as it did in cinemas 60 years ago
Photos: DR. STRANGELOVE at the Noël Coward Theatre
All new production photos have been released from the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong.
All new production photos have been released from the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong.
Photos: DR. STRANGELOVE in Rehearsal With Steve Coogan and More
New rehearsal photos have been released for the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong.
New rehearsal photos have been released for the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong.
Cast Set For Steve Coogan-Led DR. STRANGELOVE in the West End
As rehearsals began this week for the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong, the full cast has been announced.
As rehearsals began this week for the first ever adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, starring seven-time BAFTA award winner Steve Coogan as Dr Strangelove, President Merkin Muffley, Group Captain Lionel Mandrake and Major TJ Kong, the full cast has been announced.
Chris Harper Productions Appoints Tom O'Connell as Producer
Chris Harper Productions has appointed Tom O’Connell as producer. Chris Harper is a Tony and Olivier Award-winning producer who has produced some of the most acclaimed theatrical successes of the last 15 years.
Chris Harper Productions has appointed Tom O’Connell as producer. Chris Harper is a Tony and Olivier Award-winning producer who has produced some of the most acclaimed theatrical successes of the last 15 years.
Matt Forde Will Embark On Tour Ahead Of Month-long Run At The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
After enduring what he thought was sciatica during the last Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Matt Forde (Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal) was diagnosed with cancer. A few weeks later he was having the base of his spine removed.
After enduring what he thought was sciatica during the last Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Matt Forde (Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal) was diagnosed with cancer. A few weeks later he was having the base of his spine removed.
Eugene O'Hare Announced Winner of The Inaugural Victoria Wood Playwriting Prize for Comedy
At a ceremony held at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre last night, Irish actor and playwright from County Down, Eugene O’Hare was announced as the winner of Birmingham Rep’s inaugural The Victoria Wood Playwriting Prize for Comedy.
At a ceremony held at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre last night, Irish actor and playwright from County Down, Eugene O’Hare was announced as the winner of Birmingham Rep’s inaugural The Victoria Wood Playwriting Prize for Comedy.
Photos: First Look at WITHNAIL & I at Birmingham Rep
New production photos have been released from the Birmingham Repertory Theatre's production of Withnail & I. Check out the photos here!
New production photos have been released from the Birmingham Repertory Theatre's production of Withnail & I. Check out the photos here!
Matt Forde Will Return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe With New Stand-up Show THE END OF AN ERA TOUR
Now the UK's leading political comedian, Matt Forde will return to Edinburgh Festival Fringe ahead of the UK and US elections. His brand-new show The End of An Era Tour will run from 1st - 25th August at 8pm at Pleasance Beyond.
Now the UK's leading political comedian, Matt Forde will return to Edinburgh Festival Fringe ahead of the UK and US elections. His brand-new show The End of An Era Tour will run from 1st - 25th August at 8pm at Pleasance Beyond.
Sean Foley Will Step Down as Birmingham Rep's Artistic Director
Birmingham Rep announced that Sean Foley will step down as Artistic Director this summer following his forthcoming production of Withnail and I.
Birmingham Rep announced that Sean Foley will step down as Artistic Director this summer following his forthcoming production of Withnail and I.
Photos: Robert Sheehan and Adonis Siddique in WITHNAIL AND I at Birmingham Rep
All new photos have been released of Robert Sheehan as Withnail and Adonis Siddique as Marwood in Withnail at I at Birmingham Rep. Check out the photos here!
All new photos have been released of Robert Sheehan as Withnail and Adonis Siddique as Marwood in Withnail at I at Birmingham Rep. Check out the photos here!
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For WITHNAIL AND I at Birmingham Rep
The full cast and creative team have been announced for Withnail and I at Birmingham Rep, working alongside the previously announced Robert Sheehan as Withnail, Adonis Siddique as Marwood and Malcolm Sinclair as Uncle Monty.
The full cast and creative team have been announced for Withnail and I at Birmingham Rep, working alongside the previously announced Robert Sheehan as Withnail, Adonis Siddique as Marwood and Malcolm Sinclair as Uncle Monty.
Robert Sheehan Will Lead Stage Adaptation of WITHNAIL AND I at Birmingham Rep
Robert Sheehan will lead the previously announced stage adaptation of Bruce Robinson’s 1987 British tragi-comedy film, Withnail and I, premiering at Birmingham Rep this May. The cast will also include Adonis Siddique and Malcolm Sinclair.
Robert Sheehan will lead the previously announced stage adaptation of Bruce Robinson’s 1987 British tragi-comedy film, Withnail and I, premiering at Birmingham Rep this May. The cast will also include Adonis Siddique and Malcolm Sinclair.
Kate Prince Brings MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE to Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place des Arts
Danse Danse welcomes the international tour for Message In A Bottle, a production celebrating contemporary and street dance styles around the greatest hits of legendary singer Sting. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
Danse Danse welcomes the international tour for Message In A Bottle, a production celebrating contemporary and street dance styles around the greatest hits of legendary singer Sting. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
New Musical BECOMING NANCY, Directed and Choreographed by Jerry Mitchell, Will Make its UK Premiere in October
Birmingham Rep has announced the UK premiere of the new musical, Becoming Nancy which will run at The Rep from 2 October – 2 November 2024, with a press night on Tuesday 15 October at 7pm.
Birmingham Rep has announced the UK premiere of the new musical, Becoming Nancy which will run at The Rep from 2 October – 2 November 2024, with a press night on Tuesday 15 October at 7pm.
Sohm Kapila Joins the UK Cast of BHANGRA NATION
Rehearsals for the UK Premiere of Bhangra Nation – A New Musical, presented by Birmingham Rep in association with Mara Isaacs, Tom Kirdahy and Peggy Koenig began this week. Sohm Kapila has joined the cast.
Rehearsals for the UK Premiere of Bhangra Nation – A New Musical, presented by Birmingham Rep in association with Mara Isaacs, Tom Kirdahy and Peggy Koenig began this week. Sohm Kapila has joined the cast.
Photos/Video: First Look at the UK Premiere of BHANGRA NATION at Birmingham Rep; Cast Revealed!
Casting has been announced for the UK Premiere of Bhangra Nation – A New Musical, presented by Birmingham Rep in association with Mara Isaacs, Tom Kirdahy and Peggy Koenig. Plus, check out all new photos and video here!
Casting has been announced for the UK Premiere of Bhangra Nation – A New Musical, presented by Birmingham Rep in association with Mara Isaacs, Tom Kirdahy and Peggy Koenig. Plus, check out all new photos and video here!
Stage Adaptation of WITHNAIL AND I to Premiere at Birmingham Rep in 2024
A brand new adaptation of Bruce Robinson’s 1987 British tragi-comedy film, Withnail and I, will be directed by the double Olivier Award-winning Artistic Director of Birmingham Rep, Sean Foley and designed by Alice Power.
A brand new adaptation of Bruce Robinson’s 1987 British tragi-comedy film, Withnail and I, will be directed by the double Olivier Award-winning Artistic Director of Birmingham Rep, Sean Foley and designed by Alice Power.
Steve Coogan Will Lead DR. STRANGELOVE in the West End in Autumn 2024
Steve Coogan will lead the first ever adaption of Stanley Kubrick’s iconic work, as the world premiere stage production of Kubrick’s timeless classic Dr. Strangelove prepares to open in the West End in Autumn 2024. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Steve Coogan will lead the first ever adaption of Stanley Kubrick’s iconic work, as the world premiere stage production of Kubrick’s timeless classic Dr. Strangelove prepares to open in the West End in Autumn 2024. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sean Foley been in?
Sean Foley has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Sean Foley been in?
Sean Foley has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Sean Foley been nominated for?
Best Director (Olivier Awards) for The Ladykillers, Best Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Arturo Brachetti: Change and Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for The Play What I Wrote.
How many shows has Sean Foley written?
Sean Foley has written 2 shows including The Play What I Wrote (Playwright), The Man in the White Suit (Playwright).
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