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William Goldman

Birth Place: Highland Park, IL, USA

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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1971 - Best Musical

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William Goldman's Adaptation of MISERY Opens In December At The Warehouse

WILLIAM GOLDMAN'S adaptation of MISERY opens December 6 at THE WAREHOUSE THEATRE, bringing Stephen King's thrilling story to the stage. Discover the gripping tale of obsession and survival.
Review: MISERY at Live Theatre Workshop

MISERY by William Goldman and based on the novel by Stephen King has made its mark at Live Theatre Workshop. This project is a breath of fresh air. Directed by Sabian Trout, with Assistant Direction by Shanna Brock, this play is both chilling and darkly humorous. MISERY, which is playing until November 10 on the Live Theatre Workshop Mainstage, offers up a talented cast and superb technical direction. It will send a shiver down your spine even though Halloween season is now over. Make no mistake, Halloween is very much alive at Live Theatre Workshop.
Review: MISERY at Twin Valley Players Colonnade

Throughout the production, the lights, sound, props, and projections are beautifully designed, illustrating not only the mood of the scene, but also the passing of time. Overall, the cast handles this intense thriller well, keeping audiences at the edge of their seats.
Review: MISERY at Springer Opera House

A critically injured novelist. His “number one fan” coming to his aid. At first, she is a godsend. But when fandom turns into obsession, events take a darker turn. The play may be called Misery, but at the Springer Opera House, the show is a pleasure. Read the review.
Review: MISERY at Gaslight-Baker Theatre

From October 11-26, 2024, Gaslight-Baker Theatre in Lockhart, sponsored by Haunt Happy Books, is presenting Simon Moore’s MISERY, based on the book of the same name by Stephen King.
Hendersonville Theatre Will Present Stephen King's MISERY

Hendersonville Theatre will present MISERY, a stage adaptation of Stephen King's thriller, from October 24 to November 3. Proceeds support hurricane survivors through the Community Foundation of Henderson County.
American Blues Theater's MISERY and THE LAST WIDE OPEN Now Playing

American Blues Theater currently has two productions playing simultaneously—Misery by William Goldman, and the World Premiere Polish version on The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
MISERY Comes to Kansas City This Month

You love Stephen King, you loved the movie, in Kansas City we love Halloween...what better combo is there for a night out in Kansas City, as we kick off Halloween season with the KC premiere of the thriller, MISERY, live on stage at The Black Box in the West Bottoms (1060 Union Avenue, KCMO)
Kentwood Players Presents Stephen King's MISERY

Kentwood Players next production, MISERY by William Goldman, based on the novel by Stephen King, opens in two weeks!
MISERY Comes to Little Theatre Of Virginia Beach

The Little Theatre of Virginia Beach has announced its upcoming production of Misery, the stage adaptation of Stephen King's best-selling psychological thriller, play written by William Goldman.
Kentwood Players to Present MISERY This Fall

Kentwood Players will stage MISERY this fall. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Virginia Repertory Theatre Announces WAITRESS, FAT HAM, And More for 2024-2025 SEASON

Virginia Rep has announced the 2024-2025 Season: an exciting line-up of musicals, plays, and special presentations at all three locations, including the Signature Season at the November Theatre downtown, the Barksdale Season at Hanover Tavern, and the Family Season in the Jessie Bogese Theatre at the Virginia Rep Center for Arts and Education. Partner productions in the Theatre Gym and additional community partnerships will be announced at a later time. 
Cast and Creative Team Set For MISERY at Algonquin

Algonquin Arts Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its winter play, MISERY, by William Goldman based on the novel by Stephen King. The show will run at Algonquin Arts Theatre from February 24 through March 3.
Stephen King's MISERY To Take The Stage At Palo Alto Players, January 19- February 4

Experience the gripping stage adaptation of Stephen King's MISERY at Palo Alto Players. Directed by Kimberly Ridgeway, this spine-tingling production will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss it from January 19-February 4, 2024.
Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Hale Centre Theatre

Hale Centre Theatre's production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, directed by Cambrian James, brings magic to the classic with full-bodied, robust-sounding voices and solid performances by its leads.
Photos: Get a First Look at MISERY at Tacoma Little Theatre

Tacoma Little Theatre has welcomed the fall season with Stephen King’s Misery.  Get a first look at photos below!
Photos: First Look at Raleigh Little Theatre's MISERY

Raleigh Little Theatre is presenting Misery by William Goldman, based on the acclaimed novel by Stephen King, in RLT’s intimate Gaddy-Goodwin Theatre. Get a first look at photos!
Photos: First Look at PlayMakers Repertory Company's Production Of MISERY

The psychological thriller opens this weekend at PlayMakers Repertory Company in Chapel Hill. Check out production photos here!
Experience the Thrills of Stephen King's MISERY on Stage at Raleigh Little Theatre

Experience the thrills of Stephen King's Misery on stage at RLT. Raleigh Little Theatre presents Misery by William Goldman, based on the acclaimed novel by Stephen King, in RLT's intimate Gaddy-Goodwin Theatre. The production runs October 20 - November 5 and is directed by Sean A. Brosnahan.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has William Goldman written?

William Goldman has written 4 shows including Blood, Sweat and Stanley Poole (Playwright), A Family Affair (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), No Way to Treat a Lady (Source Material), Misery (Writer).

What awards has William Goldman been nominated for?

and Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Follies.

What awards has William Goldman won?

William Goldman won the Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Follies.

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