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Ben Travers

Date of Death: December 18, 1980

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Ben Travers Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 1976 - Comedy of the Year

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Evening Standard Awards - 1975 - Lebedev Special Award

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Big Issue Foundation and Roughhouse Theatre Join To Present UNKNOWN This Autumn


Big Issue Foundation has announced that a critically acclaimed theatre production commissioned as part of Big Issue’s 30th anniversary celebrations will be staged across the UK during a month-long tour this Autumn and it is coming to THE GREENWICH THEATRE  from 18th to 22nd October.

Review Roundup: What Do Critics Think of Ryan Murphy's HOLLYWOOD?


This Friday, May 1, Netflix will debut their new limited series from Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, HOLLYWOOD.

Review Roundup: THE LITTLE MERMAID LIVE! - What Did the Critics Think?


Last night, November 5 , The Wonderful World of Disney presented The Little Mermaid Live! The production honored the 30th anniversary of the beloved animated classic with a never-before-seen hybrid format that will take viewers on a magical adventure under the sea as live musical performances by a star-studded cast are interwoven into the broadcast of the original feature film.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of THE POLITICIAN?


The Netflix original series from Ryan Murphy, The Politician, is prepping for its launch on September 27.

Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of BIG LITTLE LIES Season Two?


BIG LITTLE LIES returns Sunday, June 9 exclusively on HBO. The second season of this subversive, darkly comedic drama will explore the malignancy of lies, the durability of friendships, the fragility of marriage and the vicious ferocity of sound parenting. Relationships will fray, loyalties will erode…the potential for emotional and bodily injury shall loom. 

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In On THE HANDMAIDS TALE Season 3


Ahead of its June 5 premiere on Hulu, the critics have weighed in on the third season of the Emmy winning drama THE HANDMAIDS TALE. 

FX Orders Third Season of SNOWFALL


FX has ordered a third season of Snowfall, the drama series created by John Singleton, Eric Amadio and Dave Andron, it was announced today by Eric Schrier and Nick Grad, Presidents of Original Programming for FX Networks and FX Productions. The third season will premiere on FX in 2019.

FX Orders Second Season of Groundbreaking Dance Musical Series POSE


FX has renewed the groundbreaking dance musical series Pose, it was announced today by John Landgraf, CEO of FX Networks and FX Productions. The second season of Pose will debut in 2019 on FX.

Cast Announced For MAMMA MIA! International Tour


Full casting has been announced for the sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! which comes to Palace Theatre, Manchester from 3rd - 14th July 2018 as part of its international tour. Shona White (Donna Sheridan), Nicky Swift (Rosie), Helen Anker (Tanya), Tamlyn Henderson (Sam Carmichael), Daniel Crowder (Harry Bright), Matthew Rutherford (Bill Austin), Lucy May Barker (Sophie Sheridan), Phillip Ryan (Sky), Leisha Mollyneaux (Ali), Lottie Henshall (Lisa), Matt Jordan-Pidgeon (Pepper) and Michael Nelson (Eddie) will star in the production. At certain performances the role of Donna Sheridan will be played by Natalie Langston.

Ava DuVernay Shares Sade's FLOWER OF THE UNIVERSE From Upcoming Disney Flick A WRINKLE IN TIME


Disney's A WRINKLE IN TIME Director Ava DuVernay has shared Sade's FLOWER OF THE UNIVERSE From the upcoming film via her twitter account. The official soundtrack for A WRINKLE IN TIME is set for release this Friday 3/9.

A WRINKLE IN TIME Motion Picture Soundtrack To Be Released March 9


Walt Disney Records is set to release the digital version of the original motion picture soundtrack to Disney's “A Wrinkle in Time,” from visionary director Ava DuVernay on March 9th as the film opens in theaters nationwide.

VIDEO: First Look - All-New Season of THE DETOUR Returns to TBS, Today


The third season of THE DETOUR premieres today, January 23rd at 10:30pm ET/PT. Check out a first look below!

Review Roundup: Is THE DISASTER ARTIST Oscar Buzz-Worthy?


THE DISASTER ARTIST is based on Greg Sestero's best-selling tell-all about the making of Tommy Wiseau's cult-classic disaster piece THE ROOM ('The Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made'). The film stars James Franco, Dave Franco, and Seth Rogen. It is directed by James Franco.

VIDEO: First Look - All-New Season of THE DETOUR Returns to TBS, 1/23


The third season of THE DETOUR premieres on Tuesday, January 23rd at 10:30pm ET/PT. Check out a first look below!

Review Roundup: Jonathan Groff Stars in Netflix Drama MINDHUNTER


How do we get ahead of crazy if we don't know how crazy thinks? Two FBI agents (Broadway's Jonathan Groff and Holt McCallany) set out on a sinister investigative odyssey to discover the brutal answers. MINDHUNTER launches on Netflix October 13, 2017.

Review Roundup: Did Critics Cast Their Votes for Lea-Michele Led THE MAYOR?


Tonight, the new series THE MAYOR, from executive producer and Tony winner Daveed Diggs (HAMILTON), premieres on ABC at 9:30 pm/ET. The series stars GLEE alum Lea Michele (SPRING AWAKENING) as Valentina Barella, who was originally the campaign manager for the losing mayoral candidate, Ed Gunt (David Spade), but who changes sides and offers to join rapper-turned politician Courtney Rose as his chief of staff when she realizes he truly wants to make a difference in his community.

HBO to Bring THE LEFTOVERS, GIRLS & ROOM 104 to 2017 ATX Television Festival


The HBO series THE LEFTOVERS, GIRLS and ROOM 104 are confirmed for panels at the 2017 ATX Television Festival, which returns for its sixth year June 8-11 in Austin, Tex. In addition, Casey Bloys, president, HBO programming, will appear on the panel 'The Presidents of the State of TV.'

Review Roundup - Netflix's LEMONY SNICKET'S A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS


Neil Patrick Harris stars as Count Olaf in the upcoming Netflix original series LEMONY SNICKET'S A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS. The eight-eisode series premieres worldwide on Friday, January 13, 2017 only on Netflix.

BWW Interview: Actor Clive Francis On AN INSPECTOR CALLS


Clive Francis's varied stage and screen career includes A Clockwork Orange, Entertaining Mr Sloane, the original Poldark and upcoming Netflix drama The Crown. He's currently starring in Stephen Daldry's lauded revival of An Inspector Calls at Playhouse Theatre, which begins previews on 4 November.

Richard Bean's TOAST Makes US Debut Tonight at 59E59 Theaters


59E59 Theaters will host the US premiere of TOAST, written by Richard Bean and directed by Eleanor Rhode. Produced by Snapdragon Productions, in association with Jagged Fence Theatre for the 2016 Brits Off Broadway festival, TOAST begins performances today, April 20 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 22.  Press opening is Today, April 27 at 7 PM. 

Ben Travers FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Ben Travers written?

Ben Travers has written 1 shows including O, Mistress Mine (Bookwriter).

What awards has Ben Travers been nominated for?

Ben Travers has been nominated for several awards throughout their career. They were nominated for Comedy of the Year at the Olivier Awards for their work in The Bed Before Yesterday. They were also nominated for the Lebedev Special Award at the Evening Standard Awards. These nominations highlight their talent and recognition in the industry.

What awards has Ben Travers won?

Ben Travers has won the Lebedev Special Award at the Evening Standard Awards.

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