Ben Hecht
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Ben Hecht:
Northlight Theatre Reveals Inaugural Season in the Company’s New Home in Downtown Evanston (Mar 10, 2026)
Review: THE FRONT PAGE at Fountain Hills Theater (Nov 3, 2025)
Film Forum to Host Jack Lemmon Tribute Series Featuring Special Guests Bob Odenkirk, Juliet Mills, & More (Apr 22, 2025)
Northlight Theatre Reveals Inaugural Season in the Company’s New Home in Downtown Evanston (Mar 10, 2026)
Review: THE FRONT PAGE at Fountain Hills Theater (Nov 3, 2025)
Film Forum to Host Jack Lemmon Tribute Series Featuring Special Guests Bob Odenkirk, Juliet Mills, & More (Apr 22, 2025)
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STAGE TUBE: Watch Scenes from Grippo Stage Co.'s THE BEN HECHT SHOW
by Tyler Peterson - 2016-06-17 15:42:49
TV Exclusive: The Porters of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Tap Dance Through Town!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-06-04 13:00:47
STAGE TUBE: ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY's Kristin Chenoweth Performs 'Veronique'
by Stage Tube - 2015-06-02 17:15:04
TV: The Train Has Arrived! Watch Highlights from ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 16:06:03
TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY with Osnes, Fontana & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 14:44:09
TV: Chatting with the Cast of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 17:13:09
VIDEO: Preview Connecticut Playmakers' MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS; Runs 3/20-28
by Robert Diamond - 2015-02-07 14:26:37
TV: In Rehearsal with the Cast of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY- Peter Gallagher, Kristin Chenoweth & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-01-29 16:32:12
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Northlight Theatre Reveals Inaugural Season in the Company’s New Home in Downtown Evanston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, has revealed its inaugural season in the company’s new home at 1012 Church Street in Downtown Evanston.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, has revealed its inaugural season in the company’s new home at 1012 Church Street in Downtown Evanston.
Review: THE FRONT PAGE at Fountain Hills Theater
by Herbert Paine - Nov 3, 2025
THE FRONT PAGE, although it is a crazy and ridiculous scenario, still resonates with audiences today. Fountain Hill Theater’s portrayal of the show is a great take on a classic show.
by Herbert Paine - Nov 3, 2025
THE FRONT PAGE, although it is a crazy and ridiculous scenario, still resonates with audiences today. Fountain Hill Theater’s portrayal of the show is a great take on a classic show.
Film Forum to Host Jack Lemmon Tribute Series Featuring Special Guests Bob Odenkirk, Juliet Mills, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025
JACK LEMMON 100, a two-week festival of classics from the 1950s to the 1990s, will run at Film Forum from Friday, May 16 to Thursday, May 29, in commemoration of Lemmon’s centennial year in 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025
JACK LEMMON 100, a two-week festival of classics from the 1950s to the 1990s, will run at Film Forum from Friday, May 16 to Thursday, May 29, in commemoration of Lemmon’s centennial year in 2025.
Review: FUNNY GIRL at Kansas City Music Hall
by Alan Portner - Dec 5, 2024
FUNNY GIRL is one of the crown gems of the American Musical Theater. Kansas City audiences will be treated to a first-class production of a show that many theater buffs know about but have never seen. Tuesday night’s performance starred Leah Platt in the lead role of Fanny Brice. Leah has a gangbuster voice fully displayed as she plows through an excellent score with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Bob Merrill.
by Alan Portner - Dec 5, 2024
FUNNY GIRL is one of the crown gems of the American Musical Theater. Kansas City audiences will be treated to a first-class production of a show that many theater buffs know about but have never seen. Tuesday night’s performance starred Leah Platt in the lead role of Fanny Brice. Leah has a gangbuster voice fully displayed as she plows through an excellent score with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Bob Merrill.
Classic American Tales to Present Christmas Gathering in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024
Classic American Tales is throwing a little party to celebrate a successful 2024 Season and give a peek into the 2025 Season. The Cape May, NJ location will be revealed to attendees who purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024
Classic American Tales is throwing a little party to celebrate a successful 2024 Season and give a peek into the 2025 Season. The Cape May, NJ location will be revealed to attendees who purchase tickets.
CAT's Final Three TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE for 2024 Will Include Works By George Ade & Will Rogers
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024
CAT has announced the final three 'Tales at the Dormer House' for 2024, featuring works by George Ade and Will Rogers.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024
CAT has announced the final three 'Tales at the Dormer House' for 2024, featuring works by George Ade and Will Rogers.
Classic American Tales Will Host Stories by Paley, Goyen, Baum, Hecht, Ade, and Wells
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024
Every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. through October 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present readings of stories, plays, and poetry at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast, 800 Columbia Avenue in Cape May, NJ.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024
Every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. through October 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present readings of stories, plays, and poetry at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast, 800 Columbia Avenue in Cape May, NJ.
Classic American Tales Presents Tales From O. Henry, Twain, Paley And Goyen
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
Classic American Tales announced a new production featuring works by O. Henry, Twain, Paley, and Goyen.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
Classic American Tales announced a new production featuring works by O. Henry, Twain, Paley, and Goyen.
Darryl Maximilian Robinson Debuts With Culver City Public Theatre as Bensinger in THE FRONT PAGE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024
Local Los Angeles Area theatregoers have seen veteran and award-winning actor Darryl Maximilian Robinson appear in numerous roles onstage during his 14 years as a City of Angels thespian. But usually he has performed in small and intimate venues. But this summer he will be sharing his talents in a somewhat larger forum.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024
Local Los Angeles Area theatregoers have seen veteran and award-winning actor Darryl Maximilian Robinson appear in numerous roles onstage during his 14 years as a City of Angels thespian. But usually he has performed in small and intimate venues. But this summer he will be sharing his talents in a somewhat larger forum.
Review: MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS at ARTS Theatre
by Barry Lenny - Jun 9, 2024
See the play, it’s a great night in the Arts Theatre.
by Barry Lenny - Jun 9, 2024
See the play, it’s a great night in the Arts Theatre.
MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS Comes to Adelaide Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024
Adelaide Repertory Theatre will present Moonlight and Magnolias, written by Ron Hutchinson, and directed by Harry Dewar. Performances are 6-8 and 13-15 June 2024 at 7.30 pm, 9 June 2004 at 3.00 pm and 15 June 2024 at 2.00 pm.
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024
Adelaide Repertory Theatre will present Moonlight and Magnolias, written by Ron Hutchinson, and directed by Harry Dewar. Performances are 6-8 and 13-15 June 2024 at 7.30 pm, 9 June 2004 at 3.00 pm and 15 June 2024 at 2.00 pm.
Full Cast & Creative Team Set For ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY At Blank Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024
Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2024 season, ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, music by Cy Coleman, book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024
Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2024 season, ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, music by Cy Coleman, book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.
Blank Theatre Company Announces Their 2024 Season & New Company Members
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024
Blank Theatre Company announces their 2024 season featuring two full-length productions and new additions to the company.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024
Blank Theatre Company announces their 2024 season featuring two full-length productions and new additions to the company.
CHAGALL IN SCHOOL to be Presented At The Kentucky Center in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024
CHAGALL IN SCHOOL, a dramatic comedy, presents the story of Marc Chagall and the social change after the Russian Revolution. This Louisville premiere explores art, connection, and freedom.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024
CHAGALL IN SCHOOL, a dramatic comedy, presents the story of Marc Chagall and the social change after the Russian Revolution. This Louisville premiere explores art, connection, and freedom.
The Cumberland Theatre Season Too! to Present TRAGEDY TOMORROW, TRIVIA TONIGHT
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2023
The Cumberland Theatre Season Too! will present 'Tragedy Tomorrow, Trivia Tonight' and interactive evening of Theatre and Broadway trivia on Friday, May 26th at 7:30 pm at the theatre on 101 North Johnson Street.
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2023
The Cumberland Theatre Season Too! will present 'Tragedy Tomorrow, Trivia Tonight' and interactive evening of Theatre and Broadway trivia on Friday, May 26th at 7:30 pm at the theatre on 101 North Johnson Street.
Grippo Stage Company Presents SHAW VS. TUNNEY
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
Grippo Stage Company will present the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
Grippo Stage Company will present the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.
Playwright Douglas Post's New Works Premiere at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse and Grippo Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2023
Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by award-winning playwright Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2023
Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by award-winning playwright Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago.
Irondale Ensemble Project Celebrates 40 Years Of Theater Making With New Devised Immersive Work Of Great American Playwrights Of The 20th Century
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2023
Irondale, now celebrating forty years of artistically ambitious, and cutting-edge theatre, presents the world premiere of an original devised work, American Century: Part 1, April 21-May 21, 2023.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2023
Irondale, now celebrating forty years of artistically ambitious, and cutting-edge theatre, presents the world premiere of an original devised work, American Century: Part 1, April 21-May 21, 2023.
Grippo Stage Company Presents The World Premiere Of SHAW VS. TUNNEY By Playwright Douglas Post
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2023
Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2023
Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.
Grippo Stage Company Presents CHAGALL IN SCHOOL By James Sherman
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2022
Grippo Stage Company presents Chagall In School, a world premiere comedy by James Sherman (Beau Jest, The God of Isaac, The Ben Hecht Show) and directed by Georgette Verdin.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2022
Grippo Stage Company presents Chagall In School, a world premiere comedy by James Sherman (Beau Jest, The God of Isaac, The Ben Hecht Show) and directed by Georgette Verdin.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Ben Hecht written?
Ben Hecht has written 19 shows including The Hero of Santa Maria (Playwright), The Egotist (Playwright), The Front Page (Playwright), The Great Magoo (Playwright), Jumbo (Bookwriter), To Quito and Back (Playwright), Ladies and Gentlemen (Playwright), Lily of the Valley (Playwright), Seven Lively Arts (Bookwriter), Swan Song (Playwright), A Flag is Born (Playwright), Hazel Flagg (Source Material), Winkelberg (Playwright), We Take the Town (Source Material), On the Twentieth Century (Source Material), Head Over Heels (Source Material), Windy City (Source Material), On the 20th Century (Source Material), Twentieth Century (Playwright).
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