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John Van Druten

Date of Death: December 19, 1957 (56)

Birth Place: London, ENGLAND

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[West End, 1953]
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[Broadway, 1952]
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[Broadway, 1951]
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[Broadway, 1948]
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[Broadway, 1943]
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[Broadway, 1932]
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John Van Druten Awards and Nominations


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1952 - Best American Play

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CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Cancels Today's Matinee Due to Cast Illness


Today's April 24th matinee performance of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club has been cancelled due to cast illness. 

Saint Sebastian Players Reveal 43rd Season


The Saint Sebastian Players have announced the company's laughter-filled 43rd season, including a supernatural romantic comedy, a classic farce and an endearing celebration of female bonding. Performances take place at SSP's home in the lower level of St. Bonaventure, 1625 W. Diversey, Chicago.

Photos: CABARET Cast Serves Double the Red Carpet Looks on Opening Weekend


Rebecca Frecknall's production of Cabaret celebrated not one, but two opening nights at the August Wilson Theatre and you can check out photos of all of the best fashions from both nights here.

Video: Bebe Neuwirth Talks Returning to Broadway with CABARET on CBS MORNINGS


Bebe Neuwirth, who is currently playing the role of Fraulein Schneider in the Broadway revival of Cabaret, visited CBS Mornings on Tuesday. She discussed her return to Broadway after ten years away, and what she loves about the show and this production in particular. Watch the interview here!

Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin to Talk CABARET on TODAY WITH HODA & JENNA This Friday


Tune in to see Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin on TODAY with Hoda and Jenna this week! On Friday April 26, the Cabaret stars will be on TODAY to talk the new production, which is currently running at the August Wilson Theatre. The program airs 10:00-11:00 a.m. EDT on NBC.

Review Roundup: CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Opens on Broadway


Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club opened tonight at the August Wilson Theatre on Broadway. Check out what the critics had to say here!

Video: Watch Highlights from CABARET on Broadway


Watch highlights from Cabaret on Broadway here!

Interview: Winnie Holzman and CHOICE at McCarter Theatre Center


Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Winnie Holzman about her career and 'CHOICE' at McCarter Theatre Center.

Video: Redmayne, Rankin, Neuwirth, and More Talk CABARET on CBS SUNDAY MORNING


Watch Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, Bebe Neuwirth, and more discuss starring in the immersive production of Cabaret to Broadway in the video here!

CABARET Star Eddie Redmayne to Appear on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Next Week


Tune in to see Eddie Redmayne on Good Morning America next week! On Thursday April 25, the Cabaret star will be on GMA to talk the new production, which is currently in previews. In Cabaret, he plays 'The Emcee', a role played by Joel Grey in the 1966 and 1987 Broadway productions. At this time, it is unknown if he will be performing a number from the show.

Photos: First Look at Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin & More in CABARET


Get a first look at photos of Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin and more in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 15, 2024- Last Chance to See DOUBT on Broadway


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Photos: CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Celebrates Joel Grey's 92nd Birthday!


Last night, the company of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club Broadway legend Joel Grey’s 92nd birthday on stage at the August Wilson Theatre. See photos of the show's Academy and Tony-winning star with the production's stars, Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin. 

Video: Joel Grey and Eddie Redmayne Talk CABARET and The 'Emcee' Legacy


Last night, the company of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club wilkommened some very special guests to their immersive nightclub home! Eddie Redmayne currently in previews as the ‘Emcee’ in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club celebrated Broadway legend Joel Grey’s 92nd birthday on stage at the August Wilson Theatre.

In a Deconstructed and Immersive Production CABARET KIT KAT CLUB Opens in Brazil


In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920's draw to a close, a garish MC welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee's bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 8, 2024- HAMILTON Rises to the Top


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Broadway Buying Guide: April 1, 2024- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Rolls to the Top


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CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Will Offer $25 Digital Lottery For Broadway Run


Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club will offer a $25 digital lottery ticket policy, which has been announced ahead of the musical's first preview on Monday, April 1 at the August Wilson Theatre. Find out how to enter the Cabaret lottery here!

Broadway Buying Guide: March 25, 2024- HADESTOWN Is (Livin' it Up) on Top


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Broadway Buying Guide: March 18, 2024- THE WHO'S TOMMY Tops the Week


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John Van Druten FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has John Van Druten written?

John Van Druten has written 25 shows including Young Woodley (Playwright), Diversion (Playwright), After All (Playwright), There's Always Juliet (Playwright), The Distaff Side (Playwright), Flowers of the Forest (Playwright), Most of the Game (Playwright), Leave Her To Heaven (Playwright), Solitaire (Playwright), Gratefully Yours (Playwright), The Damask Cheek (Playwright), The Voice of the Turtle (Playwright), I Remember Mama (Playwright), The Mermaids Singing (Playwright), The Druid Circle (Playwright), Make Way for Lucia (Playwright), Bell, Book and Candle (Playwright), I Am a Camera (Playwright), I've Got Sixpence (Playwright), I Am A Camera (Playwright), Cabaret (Source Material), I Remember Mama (Source Material), The Voice of the Turtle (Playwright), Old Acquaintance (Playwright), London Wall (Playwright).

What awards has John Van Druten been nominated for?

John Van Druten has been nominated for the Best American Play award (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for his work on "I Am a Camera".

What awards has John Van Druten won?

John Van Druten has won the Best American Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for his work on "I Am a Camera".

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