William Peter Blatty

Review: THE EXORCIST At Open Stage
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 10, 2023

If you are looking for spine-tingling, bone-chilling, hair-raising special effects, this production of The Exorcist does not disappoint. Audiences who love classic horror should not miss out on this production of The Exorcist at Open Stage.

Video: Watch a New THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Featurette
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2023

The Exorcist: Believer follows Victor Fielding (Tony winner and Oscar® nominee Leslie Odom, Jr.; One Night in Miami, Hamilton). The film also stars Grammy winner Jennifer Nettles (Harriet, The Righteous Gemstones) and two-time Tony winner Norbert Leo Butz (Fosse/Verdon, Bloodline). Watch the video featurette now!

Video: Watch the Sneak Peek of THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER
by Michael Major - Sep 26, 2023

The film stars Tony winner and Oscar® nominee Leslie Odom, Jr. (One Night in Miami, Hamilton) with Ann Dowd, Jennifer Nettles, Norbert Leo Butz, Lidya Jewett, Olivia O’Neill and Ellen Burstyn. Watch the video sneak peek now!

THE EXORCIST Comes to Open Stage in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023

Open Stage, a theatre company in downtown Harrisburg, will present The Exorcist on its Capital Blue Cross Main Stage from Oct. 7-31. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

Video: Watch Leslie Odom, Jr. in New THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Trailer With Norbert Leo Butz, Jennifer Nettles & More
by Michael Major - Sep 5, 2023

Watch Tony winner and Oscar nominee Leslie Odom, Jr. (Hamilton, Purlie) in the new video trailer for The Exorcist: Believer. The film also stars Emmy winner Ann Dowd (The Handmaid’s Tale, Hereditary), and Grammy winner Jennifer Nettles (Harriet, The Righteous Gemstones) and two-time Tony winner Norbert Leo Butz (Fosse/Verdon, Bloodline).

THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Shifts Release As Taylor Swift Sets 'Eras Tour' Movie
by Michael Major - Aug 31, 2023

After the announcement that Taylor Swift announced that her 'Eras Tour' film would premiere on October 13, the upcoming Exorcist film has shifted its release date. The Eras tour movie has already grossed over $10 million, making it direct competition to The Exorcist: Believer.

Open Stage Unveils New Season with Theme 'Out of the Darkness'
by Stephi Wild - Aug 3, 2023

Open Stage, a theatre company in downtown Harrisburg, has announced its 38th season of productions with the theme 'Out of the Darkness.' Featuring a lineup of shows that explore the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, the season includes classic plays, new works, musicals, holiday shows and special events. Tickets will go on sale later this summer.

Video: Watch Leslie Odom, Jr. in THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Trailer With Norbert Leo Butz, Jennifer Nettles & More
by Michael Major - Jul 25, 2023

The trailer for The Exorcist: Believer, starring Tony winner and Oscar nominee Leslie Odom, Jr., two-time Tony winner Norbert Leo Butz, and Grammy winner Jennifer Nettles, has been released. The film also features Oscar winner Ellen Burstyn reprising her iconic role as Chris MacNeil. Watch the video trailer now!

Review: EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL at The Three Clubs On Vine
by Tracey Paleo - Jul 10, 2023

Ten years after its premiere, EXORCISTIC has made a breathtaking return. And as a nod to the 50th Anniversary of “The Exorcist” (the movie), opening night was nothing less than a perfect display of limelight infused celluloid send-up.

TO CATCH A THIEF to be Adapted Into a New Musical
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023

Perry Street Theatricals has announced plans for a new musical, To Catch a Thief, which hopes to arrive on the London or New York stage sometime in the 2026-27 season.

Full Casting Announced For THE EXORCIST at Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2019

Casting has been confirmed for The Exorcist's eagerly anticipated run at Theatre Royal next month.

Full Cast Announced For The Tour Of THE EXORCIST
by Stephi Wild - Aug 30, 2019

The full cast has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of The Exorcist, starring national treasure and BAFTA Award Winner, Paul Nicholas, most recognised for playing the role of Vince Pinner in the celebrated British sitcom Just Good Friends, who will play Father Merin. Alongside Paul will be TV star Sophie Ward, best known for her roles in Holby City and Heartbeat playing Chris MacNeil, and household name Ben Caplan best known for his time as Sgt. Peter Noakes in Call the Midwife, who will play Father Damien. This talented trio will lead the cast for the UK and Ireland tour of the spine-tingling live production of The Exorcist, based on the best-selling novel by William Peter Blatty.

THE EXORCIST Comes to Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2019

Bill Kenwright presents the spine-tingling live production of The Exorcist at Theatre Royal, Glasgow this autumn.

Stage Adaptation of THE EXORCIST Will Embark on Tour, Featuring Ian McKellen as the Voice of the Demon
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2019

Bill Kenwright presents the nationwide tour of the spine-tingling live production of The Exorcist, based on the best-selling novel by William Peter Blatty. Inspired by true events, this devilishly thrilling tale has been adapted for stage by John Pielmeier and directed by Sean Mathias (Waiting for Godot, No Man's Land), featuring the voice of Ian McKellen as the Demon.

Review Roundup: Did THE EXORCIST Terrify Critics? - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - Nov 2, 2017

Forty-five years after William Peter Blatty's best-selling novel terrified an entire generation, The Exorcist will be unleashed onto the West End stage for the very first time in a uniquely theatrical experience directed by Sean Mathiasand adapted for the stage by John Pielmeier.

Halloween Horror Show: 10 of the Theatre's Most Spine-Tingling Plays
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2017

Halloween is here! This afternoon, we gave you a fabulously freaky playlist to jam along to for the haunted holiday, but why should musicals have all the fun?

Photo Flash: First Look at THE EXORCIST, Opening Tonight at Phoenix Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2017

Forty-five years after William Peter Blatty's best-selling novel terrified an entire generation, The Exorcist will be unleashed onto the West End stage for the very first time in a uniquely theatrical experience directed by Sean Mathias and adapted for the stage by John Pielmeier.

First Listen: Ian McKellen Gets Devilish in New Trailer for West End's THE EXORCIST
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017

It is announced today that Ian McKellen will feature in the West End premiere of The Exorcist as the voice of the Demon.

Flash Sale: Scarily Good Deals On Tickets For THE EXORCIST
by Marianka Swain - Oct 5, 2017

Forty-five years after William Peter Blatty's best-selling novel terrified an entire generation, The Exorcist will be unleashed onto the West End stage for the very first time, directed by Sean Mathias and adapted byJohn Pielmeier. The Exorcist will play a strictly limited run at the Phoenix Theatre from 20 October 2017 to 10 March 2018. Book tickets here from 20

Jenny Seagrove, Peter Bowles, and Adam Garcia to Star in the West End Premiere of THE EXORCIST
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2017

Forty-five years after William Peter Blatty's best-selling novel terrified an entire generation, The Exorcist will be unleashed onto the West End stage for the very first time in a uniquely theatrical experience directed by Sean Mathias and adapted for the stage by John Pielmeier.