Joe Kinosian
Latest News on Joe Kinosian:
MURDER FOR TWO: HOLIDAY EDITION to Open at Capital Repertory Theatre (Nov 20, 2025)
Review: Detecting fun in MURDER BY TWO at Greater Boston Stage Company (Nov 4, 2025)
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Hillbarn Theatre (Oct 20, 2025)
MURDER FOR TWO: HOLIDAY EDITION to Open at Capital Repertory Theatre (Nov 20, 2025)
Review: Detecting fun in MURDER BY TWO at Greater Boston Stage Company (Nov 4, 2025)
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Hillbarn Theatre (Oct 20, 2025)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2013
The Suspects [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Productions
Writing
Bookwriter
Composer
Composer
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Joe Kinosian, Murder for Two
Videos
Photo/Video: First Look at 2 PIANOS 4 HANDS at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Paul Smith - 2019-09-19 10:58:16
TV Exclusive: SO YA WANNA BE A BROADWAY STAR?- Watch The Finale!
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by So Ya Wanna Be a Broadway Star - 2016-05-27 12:00:48
STAGE TUBE: Joe Kinosian and Ian Lowe Lead MURDER FOR TWO, Beginning Tonight at The Old Globe
by Stage Tube - 2015-01-24 00:30:00
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Joe Kinosian and Ian Lowe in MURDER FOR TWO at The Old Globe
by Stage Tube - 2015-01-21 18:39:20
TV Exclusive: In the Recording Studio for Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair's THE MORE THINGS CHANGE- 'The Confidence Song'
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-11-05 12:00:01
TV Exclusive: In the Recording Studio for Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair's THE MORE THINGS CHANGE- 'More to Me'
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-10-29 11:57:02
TV Exclusive: In the Recording Studio for Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair's THE MORE THINGS CHANGE- 'Diane'
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-11-01 12:00:01
TV Exclusive: In the Recording Studio for Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair's THE MORE THINGS CHANGE- 'Buttoned-Up and Wholesome'
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-11-08 12:00:01
TV Exclusive: In the Recording Studio for Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair's THE MORE THINGS CHANGE- 'Lookin' Better'
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-11-12 12:00:01
News
MURDER FOR TWO: HOLIDAY EDITION to Open at Capital Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
The spotlight is set to shine on a holiday whodunit as 'Murder for Two: Holiday Edition' will debut at Capital Repertory Theatre. One actor plays eager young police officer Marcus Moscowicz, while the other actor plays all 10 suspects.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
The spotlight is set to shine on a holiday whodunit as 'Murder for Two: Holiday Edition' will debut at Capital Repertory Theatre. One actor plays eager young police officer Marcus Moscowicz, while the other actor plays all 10 suspects.
Review: Detecting fun in MURDER BY TWO at Greater Boston Stage Company
by R. Scott Reedy - Nov 4, 2025
Musical comedy creators Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair are self-described fans of 1930s screwball comedies, so when the pair decided to collaborate on a musical that only needed two actors and a piano, they asked themselves, “What if the Marx Brothers did an Agatha Christie story?”
by R. Scott Reedy - Nov 4, 2025
Musical comedy creators Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair are self-described fans of 1930s screwball comedies, so when the pair decided to collaborate on a musical that only needed two actors and a piano, they asked themselves, “What if the Marx Brothers did an Agatha Christie story?”
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Hillbarn Theatre
by Steve Murray - Oct 20, 2025
What did our critic think of MURDER FOR TWO at Hillbarn Theatre?
by Steve Murray - Oct 20, 2025
What did our critic think of MURDER FOR TWO at Hillbarn Theatre?
More New Shows Come To Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre For 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
The Stephen Joseph Theatre has announced its first production for next year, alongside four new visiting shows. The theatre will kick off its 2026 programme of in-house productions with a hilarious fast-paced musical whodunit.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
The Stephen Joseph Theatre has announced its first production for next year, alongside four new visiting shows. The theatre will kick off its 2026 programme of in-house productions with a hilarious fast-paced musical whodunit.
Hillbarn Theatre to Present MURDER FOR TWO This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
Hillbarn Theatre will stage the musical comedy whodunit Murder for Two October 9–November 2, 2025, as part of its 85th season. Directed by Jeffrey Bracco, the production stars Kevin Kelly as the detective and Michelle Lemon.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
Hillbarn Theatre will stage the musical comedy whodunit Murder for Two October 9–November 2, 2025, as part of its 85th season. Directed by Jeffrey Bracco, the production stars Kevin Kelly as the detective and Michelle Lemon.
MURDER FOR TWO is Now Playing at Broadway Palm
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
With a thrilling combination of mystery, comedy, and live music - a whodunit with a twist - this uproarious musical mystery will have theatergoers on the edge of their seats with an unpredictable plot, infectious songs, and larger-than-life performances.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
With a thrilling combination of mystery, comedy, and live music - a whodunit with a twist - this uproarious musical mystery will have theatergoers on the edge of their seats with an unpredictable plot, infectious songs, and larger-than-life performances.
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Portland Stage
by Steve Feeney - Aug 4, 2025
The scenes may seem a little frenzied in the 2025 late-summer show at Maine’s Portland Stage. But that’s only if you don’t surrender your imagination to a pair of high-energy performers taking on thirteen roles in the madcap mystery/musical/comedy Murder for Two.
by Steve Feeney - Aug 4, 2025
The scenes may seem a little frenzied in the 2025 late-summer show at Maine’s Portland Stage. But that’s only if you don’t surrender your imagination to a pair of high-energy performers taking on thirteen roles in the madcap mystery/musical/comedy Murder for Two.
Single Tickets on Sale for Capital Repertory Theatre 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2025
Single tickets for Capital Repertory Theatre's 2025-26 season, will be on sale 12 p.m. Friday, July 25. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2025
Single tickets for Capital Repertory Theatre's 2025-26 season, will be on sale 12 p.m. Friday, July 25. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here.
ASESINATO PARA DOS se traslada a los Teatros Luchana a partir del 4 de julio
by Lorena Pastor Romero - Jun 10, 2025
ASESINATO PARA DOS, el musical de Kellen Blair y Joe Kinosian, llega a los Teatros Luchana el próximo 4 de julio y permanecerá en cartel hasta el 30 de agosto.
by Lorena Pastor Romero - Jun 10, 2025
ASESINATO PARA DOS, el musical de Kellen Blair y Joe Kinosian, llega a los Teatros Luchana el próximo 4 de julio y permanecerá en cartel hasta el 30 de agosto.
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at STAGES St. Louis is Murder Most Fun!
by James Lindhorst - Jun 5, 2025
STAGES St. Louis has a hit with their zany Muder for Two. Director Michael Kostroff keeps the fun coming for the entire 90-minutes in a fast-paced audience pleasing comedy. The script is goofy and the lyrics witty, but it is the comedic physicality of two immensely talented actors, singers, pianists, and entertainers who fearlessly earn every laugh. Ian Fairlee and Jeremiah Ginn make a sharp comedic duo who mine plenty of giggles, chortles, guffaws, and thigh-slapping laughter.
by James Lindhorst - Jun 5, 2025
STAGES St. Louis has a hit with their zany Muder for Two. Director Michael Kostroff keeps the fun coming for the entire 90-minutes in a fast-paced audience pleasing comedy. The script is goofy and the lyrics witty, but it is the comedic physicality of two immensely talented actors, singers, pianists, and entertainers who fearlessly earn every laugh. Ian Fairlee and Jeremiah Ginn make a sharp comedic duo who mine plenty of giggles, chortles, guffaws, and thigh-slapping laughter.
Writers Theatre Raises Record-Breaking Funds at Annual WordPlay Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
Writers Theatre Board of Trustees welcomed 250 corporate and civic leaders for its annual WordPlay Gala. Learn more about the gala and the funds it raised here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
Writers Theatre Board of Trustees welcomed 250 corporate and civic leaders for its annual WordPlay Gala. Learn more about the gala and the funds it raised here!
Hillbarn Theatre Reveals 2025-2026 Six-Show Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Hillbarn Theatre is launching Season 85, a six-show season that examines change, transformation, and rebirth in ways both literal and metaphorical. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Hillbarn Theatre is launching Season 85, a six-show season that examines change, transformation, and rebirth in ways both literal and metaphorical. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE OUTSIDERS, SPAMALOT, and More Set For Proctors and TheREP's 25-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
Proctors and Capital Repertory Theatre have announced 2025-26 seasons, featuring a mix of Broadway blockbusters, beloved classics, and bold new works. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
Proctors and Capital Repertory Theatre have announced 2025-26 seasons, featuring a mix of Broadway blockbusters, beloved classics, and bold new works. Learn more here!
Exclusive: NBC's NIGHT COURT Stars Perform Original Musical Number 'All Rise'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 10, 2025
A new episode of NBC's Night Court airs tomorrow and, this time, the show will feature a musical twist. Watch an exclusive clip ahead of the episode now!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 10, 2025
A new episode of NBC's Night Court airs tomorrow and, this time, the show will feature a musical twist. Watch an exclusive clip ahead of the episode now!
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Music & Arts Community Center
by Fran Thomas - Mar 2, 2025
Good actors spend a lot of time creating backstory and motivation for the character they are playing. Imagine how much work goes into doing this preparation to take on more than a half dozen roles. That is the task faced by Robbie Harrison in Murder for Two, a musical comedy/mystery now being offered by Southwest Florida Theatre Company in conjunction with Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre. This is the first collaboration between the two.
by Fran Thomas - Mar 2, 2025
Good actors spend a lot of time creating backstory and motivation for the character they are playing. Imagine how much work goes into doing this preparation to take on more than a half dozen roles. That is the task faced by Robbie Harrison in Murder for Two, a musical comedy/mystery now being offered by Southwest Florida Theatre Company in conjunction with Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre. This is the first collaboration between the two.
El Festival de Teatro Musical Vegas Altas regresa a Badajoz con una III Edición
by Lorena Pastor Romero - Feb 11, 2025
El Festival de Teatro Musical Vegas Altas celebrará su III Edición del 14 al 30 de marzo en Badajoz. Durante tres semanas, el Teatro Imperial de Don Benito y el Palacio de Congresos de Villanueva de la Serena, acogerán diversos espectáculos destacados del Teatro Musical en España.
by Lorena Pastor Romero - Feb 11, 2025
El Festival de Teatro Musical Vegas Altas celebrará su III Edición del 14 al 30 de marzo en Badajoz. Durante tres semanas, el Teatro Imperial de Don Benito y el Palacio de Congresos de Villanueva de la Serena, acogerán diversos espectáculos destacados del Teatro Musical en España.
Interview: Josh Glacken And Robbie Harrison of MURDER FOR TWO at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Jan 15, 2025
This hilarious musical whodunit features just two actors who sing and play the piano on stage as Marcus, the detective, attempts to solve the mystery with the “help” of The Suspects. Actors Josh Glacken and Robbie Harrison share their experience with this zany show.
by Andrea Stephenson - Jan 15, 2025
This hilarious musical whodunit features just two actors who sing and play the piano on stage as Marcus, the detective, attempts to solve the mystery with the “help” of The Suspects. Actors Josh Glacken and Robbie Harrison share their experience with this zany show.
ASESINATO PARA DOS se estrena hoy en la Gran Vía con Mikel Herzog Jr y Dídac Flores
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Oct 20, 2024
La producción de El Tio Caracoles comienza hoy funciones en el Pequeño Gran Vía.
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Oct 20, 2024
La producción de El Tio Caracoles comienza hoy funciones en el Pequeño Gran Vía.
Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Le Petit Theatre Is High-Energy Hilarity
by Tara Bennett - Oct 11, 2024
It’s official. Le Petit Theatre’s MURDER FOR TWO is the can’t-miss show of the year!
by Tara Bennett - Oct 11, 2024
It’s official. Le Petit Theatre’s MURDER FOR TWO is the can’t-miss show of the year!
Spotlight: ELSA LANCHESTER: SHE'S ALIVE! at Venus Cabaret Theater
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 8, 2024
The Bride of Frankenstein Invades Chicago!
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 8, 2024
The Bride of Frankenstein Invades Chicago!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Joe Kinosian written?
Joe Kinosian has written 1 shows including Murder for Two (Bookwriter).
What awards has Joe Kinosian been nominated for?
and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Murder for Two.
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