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Lee Hall was born in Newcastle Upon Tyne in 1966 and studied English Literature at Cambridge University. He has worked as a writer in theatre, TV, radio and film. He has been writer in residence at the Royal Shakespeare Company and Live Theatre, Newcastle Upon Tyne.Theatre: Wittgenstein on Tyne, Live Theatre 1996; Bollocks, RSC Fringe, 1998; Genie, Paines Plough, 1998; Cooking With Elvis, Live Theatre/West End 1999 – nominated for an Oliver Award for Best Comedy; Spoonface Steinberg, Ambassadors Theatre, London 2000; Two’s Company, Live Theatre/Bristol Old Vic, 2001; Billy Elliot the Musical, 2004 – Oliver Award Best Musical; Pitmen Painters, Live Theatre, Newcastle/Royal National Theatre/ National tour/Broadway, 2007–2010.

Theatre adaptations: Leonce and Lena (Buchner), The Gate Theatre, 1997; Mr Puntila and his man Matti (Brecht) Almedia Theatre, 1998, A Servant to Two Masters (Goldoni) RSC/ Young Vic 1999; The Adventures of Pinocchio (Collodi), Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith, 2000; Mother Courage (Brecht), Shared Experience/Ambassadors Theatre; The Good Hope (Heijermans) Royal National Theatre, 2001; The Barber of Seville (Beaumarchais), Bristol Old Vic, 2003.

Opera: Adaptation of Il Pagliacci/The Comedians for the English National Opera, 2008.

TV : Spoonface Steinberg 1997, BBC; A Prince of Hearts 1998, BBC; Wind in the Willows 2007 BBC.

Radio: (all BBC): I Luv You Jimmy Spud 1996 – Writers Guild Award Best New Play/Gold Sony Award Best new play/Alfred Bradley Award/Society of Authors Award; Spoonface Steinberg 1997; I Love You, Ragie Patel 1997; The Sorrows of Sandra Saint 1997; Blood Sugar 1997; Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter (from Vargas Llosa) 1998; Gristle 1999; Child of the Snow 2000; Child of the Rain 2000.

Film: Billy Elliot, Working Title Films, 2000. His screen play for War Horse directed by Stephen Speilberg is due out in 2011.

Currently working with Roger Waters on a theatrical adaptation of Pink Floyd’s The Wall.

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Video: First Look at BILLY ELLIOT at Paramount Theatre Aurora

Get a first look at Paramount Theatre's new production of the coming-of-age tale Billy Elliot: The Musical, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork.

Review: BILLY ELLIOT at Paramount Theatre Aurora IL

That was my feeling after seeing this new production of Billy Elliot at the Paramount Theatre. It runs through March 24. The book and lyrics were written by Lee Hall. The amazing score was written by Sir Elton John. The original 2005 stage musical was inspired by the 2000 film.

Photos: First Look at BILLY ELLIOT at Paramount Theatre

Paramount Theatre is ringing in 2024 with a new production of the coming-of-age tale Billy Elliot: The Musical, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork. Performances run through March 24, 2024. Check out production photos here!

Photos: Get An Adavnced Look At BILLY ELLIOT At Paramount Theatre

Paramount Theatre rings in 2024 with an inspired new production of this popular coming-of-age tale, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork. See advance photos of the cast!

Invictus Theatre Company Moves To Windy City Playhouse; 2024 Season Revealed

Invictus Theatre Company has announced a new home and a four-play season for 2024. Invictus will move to the Windy City Playhouse, the former producing company and venue that closed early last year. Learn more about the season here!

CATS is Now Available to Stream on Netflix

The 2019 film adaptation of CATS is now available to stream on Netflix in the US. Find out how and where to watch CATS here!

Cast Announced for BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL at Aurora's Paramount Theatre

Paramount Theatre rings in 2024 with an inspired new production of this popular coming-of-age tale, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork. Performances are February 7-March 24, 2024. Opening Night is Friday, February 16 at 8 p.m. Learn more about the cast here!

Tom Holland Says "Scripts Are Being Written" for Fred Astaire Biopic

Tom Holland has revealed that his previously announced Fred Astaire biopic has resumed development following the lengthy writers' strike in Hollywood.

Review: SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE at Star Theatre 1, Star Theatres

The opening night performance was a big hit with the audience.

Royal Academy Of Dance Reveals Winners Of The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2023

The Royal Academy of Dance has announced the medallists of the Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2023 final at His Majesty's Theatre in London.

Student Blog: Ready for Junior Year

I have officially arrived at the point in high school that every student anxiously awaits: I am an upperclassman. Doors are opening in the world of the arts, and new opportunities are aplenty.

Auditions For SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE at The Wimberley Players

Don't miss your chance to audition for Shakespeare in Love at The Wimberley Playhouse in Texas. Find out all the details about the production dates and audition dates here.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 20th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 20, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Which Broadway Shows Have Received the Most Tony Nominations Ever?

While many stellar productions are poised to earn multiple nominations this season, it will take quite a few to stand up to the current record holders. Below, check out which Broadway shows hold the records for the most-Tony nominated productions of all time.

Review: BILLY ELLIOT IL MUSICAL al Teatro Sistina

La favola di Billy Elliot è una storia che si adatta a tutte le età: una storia che emoziona e soprattutto che educa tutte le età.

Previews: BILLY ELLIOT al TEATRO SISTINA

BILLY ELLIOT al TEATRO SISTINA Con un nuovo cast torna in scena il musical con le musiche di Elton John ispirato al celeberrimo film. In scena a partire dal 13 aprile.

Independent Theatre Celebrates 40 Years Of Bringing Theatrical Gems To The Adelaide Stage

From the anguish of a faded southern belle to a comedic romp through Shakespeare’s love life, Independent Theatre is bringing theatrical gems to the stage as it celebrates its ruby anniversary.

The Hangar Theatre Announces BILLY ELLIOT, WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME and THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM For 2023 Summer Season

The Hangar Theatre has announced a 3-show mainstage lineup for the 2023 Summer Season, featuring uplifting and timely stories that illuminate artistic passion, family, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Wake Up With BWW 2/14: SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS West End Transfer, and More!

Top stories include a West End transfer for Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, starring Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga! Plus, get a first look at McKenzie Kurtz in Wicked, and more!

Everything We Know About the Competing Fred Astaire Biopics

It has been reported that two different Fred Astaire biopics are currently in the works. To make matters even more complicated, both actors playing Astaire on the big screen, Jamie Bell and Tom Holland, have played the title role in Billy Elliot in the past. BroadwayWorld has compiled everything we know about each of them so far.

Lee Hall FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Lee Hall has written 4 shows including Billy Elliot (Bookwriter), The Pitmen Painters (Playwright), Shakespeare in Love (Adapted for the Stage), Cats (Screenwriter).

Lee Hall has been nominated for several awards including Best Book of a Musical in the BroadwayWorld Awards for Billy Elliot, Best Musical in the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Billy Elliot, Best New Play in the Olivier Awards for The Pitmen Painters, Best Book of a Musical in the Tony Awards for Billy Elliot, The Musical, Best Original Score in the Tony Awards for Billy Elliot, The Musical, Outstanding Book of a Musical in the Drama Desk Awards for Billy Elliot, Best Play in the Evening Standard Awards for The Pitmen Painters, and Best New Comedy in the Olivier Awards for Cooking With Elvis.

Lee Hall has won several awards, including Best Book of a Musical for Billy Elliot at the BroadwayWorld Awards, Best Musical for Billy Elliot at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, Best Book of a Musical for Billy Elliot, The Musical at the Tony Awards, Outstanding Book of a Musical for Billy Elliot at the Drama Desk Awards, and Best Play for The Pitmen Painters at the Evening Standard Awards.

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