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Conor McPherson BIO

Conor was born in Dublin in 1971 and attended University College Dublin where he began to write and direct. Original stage plays include Rum & Vodka, The Good Thief, This Lime Tree Bower, St Nicholas, The Weir (Olivier, Evening Standard and Critics Circle Awards), Dublin Carol, Port Authority, Shining City (Tony Award-nominated), The Seafarer (Tony, Olivier and Evening Standard Award-nominated), The Veil and The Night Alive (New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play). His 2020 adaptation of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya won this year’s South Bank Show Sky Arts Theatre Award and was filmed for broadcast by the BBC and PBS. His 2020 adaptation of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya won this year’s South Bank Show Sky Arts Theatre Award and was filmed for broadcast by the BBC and PBS.

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Conor McPherson Productions

 
[US Tour, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2022]
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[West End, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
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[West End, 2017] [Replacement]
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[West End, 2014]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
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[West End, 2011]
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[Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2003]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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Conor McPherson Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Book of a Musical

Conor McPherson, Girl From The North Country

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Direction of a Musical

Conor McPherson, Girl From The North Country

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Conor McPherson, Girl from the North Country

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Play

Conor McPherson, The Night Alive

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Direction of a Play

Conor McPherson, The Seafarer

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Play

Conor McPherson, The Seafarer

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best New Play

Conor McPhersonThe Seafarer

Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Play

Conor McPherson, Shining City


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Evening Standard Awards - 1997 - Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright

Conor McPhersonThe Weir

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Conor McPherson News


Cast Set For A CHILD OF SCIENCE at Bristol Old Vic, Starring Tom Felton


Bristol Old Vic has announced the full cast for their world premiere production of Gareth Farr’s new play A Child of Science, telling the pioneering story of Robert Edwards, Patrick Steptoe and Jean Purdy’s creation of IVF, and the army of women whose bravery helped them achieve the impossible.

Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Broadway Dallas


Girl from the North Country fails to deliver on the promise of a Bob Dylan-Conor McPherson collaboration. Dylan famously asked, how does it feel? In this play, not so good.

THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH World Premiere & More Set for Berkeley Repertory Theatre 24/25 Season


Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the seven productions that will make up the organization’s 2024/25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Anton Chekov's UNCLE VANYA Brings Bridge Street Theatre's 'Spring Classics' Series to a Close


Catskill's acclaimed Bridge Street Theatre tackles yet another classic of dramatic literature, Anton Chekhov's haunting “Uncle Vanya”. Irish playwright Conor McPherson provides a vibrant, earthy, and surprisingly comedic new adaptation of this most intimate and heartbreaking of Chekhov's dramatic works, to be presented in BST's 84-seat “Priscilla” Mainstage, located at 44 West Bridge Street, for a two-weekend run May 9 – 19, 2024.

Interview: Jill Van Velzer of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Bass Concert Hall


I am delighted to have had a chance to interview Jill Van Velzer who plays the role of Mrs. Burke in GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY. An accomplished actress, Velzer has also toured with productions of Phantom of the Opera and King & I, in addition to acting in numerous regional productions.

Review: GIRL FROM NORTH COUNTRY at Straz Center


What did our critic think of GIRL FROM NORTH COUNTRY at Straz Center? On March 27, I experienced GIRL FROM NORTH COUNTRY at the Straz Center, a production on stage until March 31. Conor McPherson's direction and Simon Hale's Tony Award-winning orchestrations breathe new life into 20 of Bob Dylan's legendary songs, including anthems like 'Hurricane' and 'Forever Young.'

Review: A Breathtaking, Poignant Lens Shines On GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Straz Center


“Tonight’s story begins and ends at a guesthouse in Duluth, Minnesota, in the winter of 1934.” These were the opening words spoken by Dr. Walker, as he sets the scene. An evening of love, pain, suffering, interloped with a lush score based on the music of Bob Dylan. Girl from the North Country, is a dramatic musical with a book by Conor McPherson (The Weir), and songs with music and lyrics by the great Bob Dylan. The show made its Off-Broadway premiere at the Public Theatre from September 30, 2018- December 22, 2018. This transfer featured an all-American cast and was helmed after the successful run at London’s Old Vic a year prior, and following a limited 12-week run shortly thereafter at the Noel Coward Theatre in London’s West End.

Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway


The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!

Matthew Broderick & More to be Featured in Shakespeare Theatre Company 24/25 Season


Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the lineup of its upcoming 24/25 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Hugh Bonneville to Star in UNCLE VANYA at Berkeley Repertory Theatre


Berkeley Repertory Theatre revealed one production of the upcoming 7-show 2024/25 subscription season—Olivier Award-winner Conor McPherson’s adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s masterpiece, Uncle Vanya. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Exclusive: Watch WAITRESS' Caitlin Houlahan on Tonight's LAW & ORDER: SVU


Waitress star Caitlin Houlahan is appearing on tonight's episode of Law & Order: SVU. In the new episode, Houlahan plays Anne Holmes, a witness to a brutal attack on a man in the street. But when cops come to her door asking for help, she’s afraid to let them in. Watch an exclusive video clip, also featuring Mariska Hargitay and Ice T.

Review: PORT AUTHORITY at Imago Theatre


PORT AUTHORITY reels you in and makes you care deeply about simple, ordinary, broken people. If you’re a fan of monologues, this is one you’ll definitely want to see.

Interview: Actor from Massachusetts David Benoit talks GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY


When you’re considered to be one of the greatest songwriters ever, with a catalogue stretching back 60 years, it’s not surprising that you would want to put your music in proven hands when it’s time for Broadway.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Comes to Portland in June


Broadway in Portland will present the Portland engagement of the Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical Girl From The North Country at Keller Auditorium from June 18 - 23.

SOME LIKE IT HOT And More Announced for ASU Gammage 2024�"2025 Broadway Season


ASU Gammage has announced a spectacular lineup of shows for its 2024–2025 Broadway Across America — Arizona season.

Berkshire Theatre Group Announces 4000 MILES, Rodgers & Hammerstein and More for Summer 2024 Season


Get the latest updates on the BTG's Summer 2024 season. Discover what's new, what's returning, and what you can't miss from the upcoming lineup.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY & More Lead Los Angeles's Spring 2024 Top Theatre Shows


Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Spring 2024 include Girl From the North Country​​​​​​​ and more!

Primary Stages Announces 2024 Fresh Ink Reading Series And Playwriting Cohort


Explore the 2024 Fresh Ink Reading Series and Playwriting Cohort announced by Primary Stages. Discover new talents and upcoming plays in the world of Broadway.

MEAN GIRLS, THE LION KING & More Set for Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 24/25 Broadway in Orlando Season


 Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has unveiled the lineup for the 24/25 AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando season. Learn about the shows being presented and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago


“Like a Rolling Stone,” the Bob Dylan jukebox musical GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY rolls along at an erratic pace with haphazard direction.

Conor McPherson FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Conor McPherson written?

Conor McPherson has written 12 shows including St. Nicholas (Playwright), The Weir (Playwright), This Lime Tree Bower (Playwright), Dublin Carol (Playwright), Shining City (Playwright), The Seafarer (Playwright), Port Authority (Playwright), The Veil (Playwright), The Night Alive (Playwright), The Birds (Playwright), Girl From the North Country (Bookwriter), The Dance of Death (Adaptor).

What awards has Conor McPherson been nominated for?

Conor McPherson has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout his career. These include Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Girl From The North Country," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for the same show, Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Girl from the North Country," Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Night Alive," Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Seafarer," Best Play at the Tony Awards for "The Seafarer," Best New Play at the Olivier Awards for "The Seafarer," Best Play at the Tony Awards for "Shining City," and the Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards for "The Weir."

What awards has Conor McPherson won?

Conor McPherson won the Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards for "The Weir."

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