Terry Johnson
Latest News on Terry Johnson:
Marilyn Monroe and Einstein Meet in the Play INSIGNIFICANCE, Which Talks About Fame With Humor (Oct 4, 2024)
Lisa Spirling Appointed Artistic Director Of Stratford East (Oct 1, 2024)
CULTURE OF LOWRIDING: History, Culture, & Community Event & Generational Black Pioneers Launches Oceanside Theatre Company's ARTS UNITE (Jan 23, 2024)
Marilyn Monroe and Einstein Meet in the Play INSIGNIFICANCE, Which Talks About Fame With Humor (Oct 4, 2024)
Lisa Spirling Appointed Artistic Director Of Stratford East (Oct 1, 2024)
CULTURE OF LOWRIDING: History, Culture, & Community Event & Generational Black Pioneers Launches Oceanside Theatre Company's ARTS UNITE (Jan 23, 2024)
BIO
Eleven major British theatre awards including Olivier Award for La Cage Aux Folles (Tony Award). West End: Prisoner of Second Avenue, The Rise And Fall Of Little Voice, La Cage Aux Folles, Rainman, Whipping It Up, One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, Hitchcock Blonde, Entertaining Mr Sloane, The Graduate, Dead Funny, Hysteria, Elton John’s Glasses and The Memory Of Water. Royal National Theatre; Cleo Camping, Emmanuelle and Dick, The London Cuckolds. Royal Court Theatre; Insignificance, Cries From The Mammal House, Hysteria, Hitchcock Blonde, Piano/Forte, Dumb Show. Steppenwolf Theatre; The Libertine, (five Jeff Award nominations, including Best Production). For television: The Man Who Lost His Head, Not Only But Always (Best Film at Banff, Best Actor Bafta for Rhys Ifans), Cor Blimey! The Bite, Way Upstream.
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Productions
Writing
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Terry Johnson, La Cage Aux Folles
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Terry Johnson, La Cage aux Folles
winner
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Direction of a Musical
Terry Johnson, La Cage aux Folles
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Director
Terry Johnson, La Cage Aux Folles
Olivier Awards - 2004 - Best New Play
Terry JohnsonHitchcock Blonde
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Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best New Comedy
Terry JohnsonCleo, Camping, Emmanuelle And Dick
Olivier Awards - 1995 - Best Comedy
Terry JohnsonDead Funny
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Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Comedy
Terry JohnsonHysteria
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Evening Standard Awards - 1982 - Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright
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Olivier Awards - 1982 - Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre
Terry JohnsonInsignificance
Olivier Awards - 1982 - Play of the Year
Terry JohnsonInsignificance
Videos
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes of Hampstead Theatre's THE DUMB WAITER in New Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2020
VIDEO: Michael Rouse Sings 'You Got Me' from SUPERHERO at Southwark; Cast Complete!
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 28, 2017
VIDEO: Michael Rouse Sings 'You Got Me' from SUPERHERO at Southwark; Cast Complete!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 8, 2017
VIDEO: Watch The DEAD FUNNY Cast Talk Favourite Comedians and Taking Your Kit Off
by Marianka Swain - Nov 17, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Emma Williams Talks About Olivier Nod For MRS HENDERSON PRESENTS!
by Carrie Dunn - Mar 2, 2016
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
STAGE TUBE: George Hamilton and Christopher Sieber Talk LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Tour
by Stage Tube - Sep 12, 2012
TV: First Look at Tracie Bennett in END OF THE RAINBOW; Opens on Broadway Tonight!
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 2, 2012
TV: First Look at Sieber, Hamilton in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on the Road - Performance Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 18, 2011
STAGE TUBE: New LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Commercial Featuring George Hamilton!
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 11, 2011
STAGE TUBE: Douglas Hodge Passes LA CAGE 'Torch' to Harvey Fierstein
by Robert Diamond - Feb 14, 2011
News
Marilyn Monroe and Einstein Meet in the Play INSIGNIFICANCE, Which Talks About Fame With Humor
Albert Einstein and Marilyn Monroe grapple with fame, relativity and their personal lives in this dazzlingly inventive drama about the challenges of being known, and of knowing yourself. Cássio Scapin, Amanda Acosta, Marcos Veras and Norival Rizzo star in the play directed by Victor Garcia Peralta and produced by Rodrigo Velloni.
Albert Einstein and Marilyn Monroe grapple with fame, relativity and their personal lives in this dazzlingly inventive drama about the challenges of being known, and of knowing yourself. Cássio Scapin, Amanda Acosta, Marcos Veras and Norival Rizzo star in the play directed by Victor Garcia Peralta and produced by Rodrigo Velloni.
Lisa Spirling Appointed Artistic Director Of Stratford East
Stratford East has announced the appointment of Lisa Spirling as their new Artistic Director and joint CEO. Spirling, who has been Chief Executive and Artistic Director of Theatre503 since 2016, takes up the role in spring 2025, taking over from Nadia Fall.
Stratford East has announced the appointment of Lisa Spirling as their new Artistic Director and joint CEO. Spirling, who has been Chief Executive and Artistic Director of Theatre503 since 2016, takes up the role in spring 2025, taking over from Nadia Fall.
CULTURE OF LOWRIDING: History, Culture, & Community Event & Generational Black Pioneers Launches Oceanside Theatre Company's ARTS UNITE
Oceanside Theatre Company (OTC) kicks off its new Arts Unite series with the free program 'Culture of Lowriding: History, Culture, & Community,' featuring a panel discussion on Sunday, February 4 at 2:00 pm and 'Generational Black Pioneers - Featuring Oceanside Firsts' on February 17 at 7:30 pm and February 18 at 2:30 pm at the Brooks Theater, 217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside.
Oceanside Theatre Company (OTC) kicks off its new Arts Unite series with the free program 'Culture of Lowriding: History, Culture, & Community,' featuring a panel discussion on Sunday, February 4 at 2:00 pm and 'Generational Black Pioneers - Featuring Oceanside Firsts' on February 17 at 7:30 pm and February 18 at 2:30 pm at the Brooks Theater, 217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside.
Video: Mica Paris & Maiya Quansah-Breed Sing 'Museum of Loss' From REHAB THE MUSICAL
Get a first look at soul legend Mica Paris and Maiya Quansah-Breed singing 'MUSEUM OF LOSS' from Rehab the Musical. Watch the video ahead of its transfer to a new West End venue.
Get a first look at soul legend Mica Paris and Maiya Quansah-Breed singing 'MUSEUM OF LOSS' from Rehab the Musical. Watch the video ahead of its transfer to a new West End venue.
Review: SWEENEY TODD: DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET At Wildwood Park For The Arts
What did our critic think of SWEENEY TODD: DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Wildwood Park For The Arts?
What did our critic think of SWEENEY TODD: DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Wildwood Park For The Arts?
Review: TO HAVE AND TO HOLD, Hampstead Theatre
Riddled with cliched dialogue and unfunny gags, much of the play is spent watching a dysfunctional family bicker through meandering conversations with little structure or purpose.
Riddled with cliched dialogue and unfunny gags, much of the play is spent watching a dysfunctional family bicker through meandering conversations with little structure or purpose.
Interview: Chis Hoch of Jagged Little Pill at Theatre Under The Stars
Chris Hoch, a luminary of the Broadway stage, stands as a captivating embodiment of artistic versatility and unparalleled talent. Whether commanding the stage with commanding charisma or evoking poignant emotions with subtlety, Hoch's contributions to theatre have led to a career spanning both the brightest marquees of New York City and beyond. BroadwayWorld sat down with Hoch as Jagged Little Pill will make its way in to Space City this week, allowing Houston audiences to explore all the Hoch and magnificence has to offer.
Chris Hoch, a luminary of the Broadway stage, stands as a captivating embodiment of artistic versatility and unparalleled talent. Whether commanding the stage with commanding charisma or evoking poignant emotions with subtlety, Hoch's contributions to theatre have led to a career spanning both the brightest marquees of New York City and beyond. BroadwayWorld sat down with Hoch as Jagged Little Pill will make its way in to Space City this week, allowing Houston audiences to explore all the Hoch and magnificence has to offer.
Artisan Center Theater to Present Lionel Bart's OLIVER!
Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience with Artisan Center Theater's production of Lionel Bart's Oliver! Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness the streets of Victorian England come to life. Hurry and get your tickets now!
Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience with Artisan Center Theater's production of Lionel Bart's Oliver! Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness the streets of Victorian England come to life. Hurry and get your tickets now!
Jamie Parker and Molly Osborne Will Lead THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
Following a limited run in 2019, where it received critical and audience acclaim, F. Scott Fitzgerald's THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON A New Musical by Jethro Compton and Darren Clark, will return in a new production at Southwark Playhouse Elephant from 22nd May to 1st July 2023.
Following a limited run in 2019, where it received critical and audience acclaim, F. Scott Fitzgerald's THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON A New Musical by Jethro Compton and Darren Clark, will return in a new production at Southwark Playhouse Elephant from 22nd May to 1st July 2023.
The Ensemble Company to Present A CHRISTMAS CAROL This Holiday Season
The Ensemble Company, now in their fourth year in residence at Penguin Point Productions located within the Oviedo Mall, will conclude its season with a new adaptation of Charles Dickens’s perennial yuletide tale, A Christmas Carol.
The Ensemble Company, now in their fourth year in residence at Penguin Point Productions located within the Oviedo Mall, will conclude its season with a new adaptation of Charles Dickens’s perennial yuletide tale, A Christmas Carol.
Review: THE SEX PARTY, Menier Chocolate Factory
Terry Johnson’s new play,The Sex Party, has many ingredients for success; an intriguing idea, an excellent cast and a beautiful set, but is let down with a sledgehammer script and meandering message that goes nowhere. There’s a lot happening at once, but the entire play is as shallow as a puddle.
Terry Johnson’s new play,The Sex Party, has many ingredients for success; an intriguing idea, an excellent cast and a beautiful set, but is let down with a sledgehammer script and meandering message that goes nowhere. There’s a lot happening at once, but the entire play is as shallow as a puddle.
Photos: First Look at Timothy Hutton, Lisa Dwan & More in THE SEX PARTY at Menier Chocolate Factory
The Menier Chocolate Factory is presenting the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party. Four couples gather in a suburban London home for an evening of wine, cheese, and more intimate pleasures. Some are curious, some are more familiar, and one is rather unexpected. Get a first look at photos here!
The Menier Chocolate Factory is presenting the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party. Four couples gather in a suburban London home for an evening of wine, cheese, and more intimate pleasures. Some are curious, some are more familiar, and one is rather unexpected. Get a first look at photos here!
Amanda Ryan Joins The Company Of The World Première Of Terry Johnson's THE SEX PARTY
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Amanda Ryan joins the company as Magdalena for the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party – joining the previously announced Will Barton (Tim), Lisa Dwan (Gilly), John Hopkins (Jake), Timothy Hutton (Jeff), Jason Merrells (Alex), Pooya Mohseni (Lucy), Molly Osborne (Hetty) and Kelly Price (Camilla). Amanda Donohoe has had to withdraw for personal reasons.
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Amanda Ryan joins the company as Magdalena for the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party – joining the previously announced Will Barton (Tim), Lisa Dwan (Gilly), John Hopkins (Jake), Timothy Hutton (Jeff), Jason Merrells (Alex), Pooya Mohseni (Lucy), Molly Osborne (Hetty) and Kelly Price (Camilla). Amanda Donohoe has had to withdraw for personal reasons.
Giles Terera in OTHELLO Leads Our Top Ten Shows for November
From Giles Terera as Othello at the National Theatre, to Daniel Craig as James Bond at the Royal Albert Hall, November has some real theatrical treats in store. There's also the first of the festive offerings, with a new opera at the London Coliseum based on a classic Christmas film and a much-loved revival of a Dickens' classic at The Old Vic.
From Giles Terera as Othello at the National Theatre, to Daniel Craig as James Bond at the Royal Albert Hall, November has some real theatrical treats in store. There's also the first of the festive offerings, with a new opera at the London Coliseum based on a classic Christmas film and a much-loved revival of a Dickens' classic at The Old Vic.
Guest Blog: Pooya Mohseni Talks Sex, Gender and Humanity in THE SEX PARTY Coming to the Menier Chocolate Factory
The Sex Party, as the title suggests is a story about a party revolving around Sex. Or is it? Terry Johnson’s new play delves into what lies beneath our most basic desire: our fears, insecurities and maybe even hope. Hope to connect, to be seen and to be accepted.
The Sex Party, as the title suggests is a story about a party revolving around Sex. Or is it? Terry Johnson’s new play delves into what lies beneath our most basic desire: our fears, insecurities and maybe even hope. Hope to connect, to be seen and to be accepted.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE SEX PARTY at the Menier Chocolate Factory
All new photos have been released from rehearsals for The Sex Party which opens next month at the Menier Chocolate Factory.
All new photos have been released from rehearsals for The Sex Party which opens next month at the Menier Chocolate Factory.
Review: OLIVER! at Wildwood Park For The Arts Brings the Seediness of London to West Little Rock
What did our critic think of OLIVER! at Wildwood Park For The Arts? Wow! Just Wow!
What did our critic think of OLIVER! at Wildwood Park For The Arts? Wow! Just Wow!
Menier Chocolate Factory Announces Full Cast For The World Première of Terry Johnson's THE SEX PARTY
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full casting for the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party – Johnson directs Will Barton (Tim), Amanda Donohoe (Magdalena), Lisa Dwan (Gilly), John Hopkins (Jake), Timothy Hutton (Jeff), Jason Merrells (Alex), Pooya Mohseni (Lucy), Molly Osborne (Hetty) and Kelly Price (Camilla).
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full casting for the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party – Johnson directs Will Barton (Tim), Amanda Donohoe (Magdalena), Lisa Dwan (Gilly), John Hopkins (Jake), Timothy Hutton (Jeff), Jason Merrells (Alex), Pooya Mohseni (Lucy), Molly Osborne (Hetty) and Kelly Price (Camilla).
Menier Chocolate Factory Announces Reopening with New Season For 2022/2023
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced programming for its Autumn 2022/Spring 2023 season. Learn more about the full season here!
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced programming for its Autumn 2022/Spring 2023 season. Learn more about the full season here!
Review: Jobsite Theater Presents Steve Martin's Absurdist Comedy PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE at the Shimberg
Albert Einstein meets Pablo Picasso (as well as some surprise guests) in this hilarious but sometimes forced comedy.
Albert Einstein meets Pablo Picasso (as well as some surprise guests) in this hilarious but sometimes forced comedy.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Terry Johnson written?
Terry Johnson has written 1 shows including The Graduate (Playwright).
What awards has Terry Johnson been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for La Cage Aux Folles, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for La Cage Aux Folles, Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Hitchcock Blonde, Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Cleo, Camping, Emmanuelle And Dick, Best Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Dead Funny, Best Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Hysteria , Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright (Evening Standard Awards) for Insignificance, Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre (Olivier Awards) for Insignificance and Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Insignificance.
What awards has Terry Johnson won?
Terry Johnson has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for La Cage aux Folles. He also received the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for La Cage aux Folles. His play Cleo, Camping, Emmanuelle And Dick won the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, while Hysteria earned him the Olivier Award for Best Comedy. Additionally, he was honored with the Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards for Insignificance.
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