Charles Dickens
Date of Death: June 09, 1870 (58)
Birth Place: Portsmouth, Hampshire, ENGLAND
Latest News on Charles Dickens:
Review: OLIVER!, Chichester Festival Theatre (Jul 25, 2024)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To Melbourne For The Festive Season In 2024 (Jul 24, 2024)
Review: ANNIE at Porthouse/Kent State University (Jul 24, 2024)
Review: OLIVER!, Chichester Festival Theatre (Jul 25, 2024)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To Melbourne For The Festive Season In 2024 (Jul 24, 2024)
Review: ANNIE at Porthouse/Kent State University (Jul 24, 2024)
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David Melville (Charles Dickens), Matt August (Director), Randall Arney (Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director), Ken Novice (Geffen Playhouse Managing Director), Pamela Robinson Hollander (Geffen Playhouse Board of Directors Co-Chair), Scott Carter (Playwrig
Date:
10/16/2014
From: Photo Flash: 'THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO...' Celebrates Opening Night at the Geffen
Charles Dickens Awards and Nominations
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Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Entertainment
Charles DickensA Christmas Carol
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Olivier Awards - 1980 - Play of the Year
Charles DickensThe Life And Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
Charles Dickens Videos
Video: Mamie Parris Sings 'The Writing on the Wall' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Joshua Wright - May 22, 2024
Video: Liz McCartney Sings 'The Wages of Sin' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Blair Ingenthron - May 18, 2024
Video: Watch 'Off To The Races' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Joshua Wright - May 7, 2024
Video: Watch 'Both Sides of the Coin' from THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed
by Blair Ingenthron - May 4, 2024
VIDEO: Mamie Parris & More Rehearsing THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - Apr 2, 2024
Video: Writer Rupert Holmes on THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - Mar 12, 2024
VIDEO: Watch The Making of Jacob Marley from Hartford Stage's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 25, 2023
VIDEO: The Guthrie's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Releases Teaser Featuring Choreographer Regina Peluso
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023
Video: Watch Jenny Fitzpatrick Perform 'As Long As He Needs Me' From OLIVER! at Leeds Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Rehearsal Footage from The Guthrie's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023
Video: Get a Behind the Scenes Look at A CHRISTMAS CAROL With the Creative Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023
Exclusive: Eddie Izzard Opens Up About a Life in the Theatre
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Feb 3, 2023
Exclusive: Hear Two Tracks From the SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2022
Exclusive: Listen to Jessie Buckley & Luke Evans Sing 'Later Never Comes' From SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2022
Charles Dickens News
Review: OLIVER!, Chichester Festival Theatre
Matthew Bourne brings sensational dance routines to the stage, adding a cherry to the cake of one of the greatest scores in musical theatre history
Matthew Bourne brings sensational dance routines to the stage, adding a cherry to the cake of one of the greatest scores in musical theatre history
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To Melbourne For The Festive Season In 2024
A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns to Melbourne in 2024, bringing festive cheer with its beloved holiday production.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns to Melbourne in 2024, bringing festive cheer with its beloved holiday production.
Review: ANNIE at Porthouse/Kent State University
Terri Kent, the Artistic Director of Porthouse Theatre, Kent State University’s summer home on the grounds of Blossom Center, states in her program notes for ANNIE: I believe the arts have the power to transform lives and I believe in miracles.
Terri Kent, the Artistic Director of Porthouse Theatre, Kent State University’s summer home on the grounds of Blossom Center, states in her program notes for ANNIE: I believe the arts have the power to transform lives and I believe in miracles.
Celebrate Christmas In July At Branford's Legacy Theatre
Celebrate Christmas in July at Branford's Legacy Theatre with $10 off tickets to A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Learn how to purchase!
Celebrate Christmas in July at Branford's Legacy Theatre with $10 off tickets to A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Learn how to purchase!
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Starring Darren Criss & Helen J Shen Sets New Dates; Complete Cast Revealed
See the full cast of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway starring Darren Criss and Helen J Shaw. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
See the full cast of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway starring Darren Criss and Helen J Shaw. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Pittsburgh CLO to Present A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL & More This Holiday Season
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed its 2024 holiday season productions.
Pittsburgh CLO has revealed its 2024 holiday season productions.
Bloomsbury Festival Reveals 2024 Programme
Bloomsbury Festival will return this October with over 100 shows, exhibitions, events, concerts, family activities and walks and talks under the theme ‘Human.Kind’ which will explore AI, global strife, human existence and kindness.
Bloomsbury Festival will return this October with over 100 shows, exhibitions, events, concerts, family activities and walks and talks under the theme ‘Human.Kind’ which will explore AI, global strife, human existence and kindness.
Photos: First look at Worthington Community Theatre's OLIVER!
Worthington Community Theatre would like you to consider yourself at home with Lionel Bart’s classic musical Oliver!, based on the Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture.
Worthington Community Theatre would like you to consider yourself at home with Lionel Bart’s classic musical Oliver!, based on the Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture.
Ensemble Arts And The Philadelphia Orchestra Announces 2024-25 Family Discovery Series
Ensemble Arts and The Philadelphia Orchestra reveal their 2024-25 Family Discovery Series, featuring holiday spectaculars, returning Broadway favorites, and family-friendly orchestra concerts.
Ensemble Arts and The Philadelphia Orchestra reveal their 2024-25 Family Discovery Series, featuring holiday spectaculars, returning Broadway favorites, and family-friendly orchestra concerts.
SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED & More Set for Penn State Centre Stage 2024-25 Season
Penn State Centre Stage announces its 2024-25 season featuring productions like SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED, LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, ALICE IN WONDERLAND, MUCH ADO, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Penn State Centre Stage announces its 2024-25 season featuring productions like SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED, LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, ALICE IN WONDERLAND, MUCH ADO, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
The Cleveland Orchestra Adds Three Movies To 2024�"25 Severance Season
The Cleveland Orchestra has added three movies to its 2024–25 Severance season, featuring live performances of scores from classic films. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
The Cleveland Orchestra has added three movies to its 2024–25 Severance season, featuring live performances of scores from classic films. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Roxy Regional Theatre's Season 42 On Sale This Week
Presale for Season 42 at the Roxy Regional Theatre is happening now for package holders, with ticket sales opening for the general public this Friday, July 12.
Presale for Season 42 at the Roxy Regional Theatre is happening now for package holders, with ticket sales opening for the general public this Friday, July 12.
Loft Ensemble in North Hollywood Reveals 12th Anniversary Season
Loft Ensemble in North Hollywood has announced its 12th anniversary season. The slate of plays was chosen by the company’s member-elected artistic committee. The season will feature four world premieres, and four of the shows will be presented in Sawyer’s Playhouse, the company’s intimate black box space above the mainstage.
Loft Ensemble in North Hollywood has announced its 12th anniversary season. The slate of plays was chosen by the company’s member-elected artistic committee. The season will feature four world premieres, and four of the shows will be presented in Sawyer’s Playhouse, the company’s intimate black box space above the mainstage.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, JERSEY BOYS & More Set for Argyle Theatre 2024-25 Season
Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring a diverse lineup of productions. Learn more about the lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring a diverse lineup of productions. Learn more about the lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
David Rainey to Return as Ebenezer Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Alley Theatre This Holiday Season
Alley’s holiday tradition, A Christmas Carol, is set to return this season! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Alley’s holiday tradition, A Christmas Carol, is set to return this season! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Helen J Shen Explains What MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Is All About
In just months, Broadway is getting a new romantic comedy in Maybe Happy Ending, starring Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winner Darren Criss and Helen J Shen. What's the new musical all about? Shen just explained on the red carpet for the 15th Annual Jimmy Awards. Watch in this video!
In just months, Broadway is getting a new romantic comedy in Maybe Happy Ending, starring Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winner Darren Criss and Helen J Shen. What's the new musical all about? Shen just explained on the red carpet for the 15th Annual Jimmy Awards. Watch in this video!
CHESS IN CONCERT Comes to Mt. Gretna Playhouse in July
Chess the Musical will be brought to life by 17 actors and a 24-piece orchestra in a gorgeous open air venue in Central Pennsylvania.
Chess the Musical will be brought to life by 17 actors and a 24-piece orchestra in a gorgeous open air venue in Central Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh Musical Theater Announces WAITRESS, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR And More for 2024-2025 Season
Pittsburgh Musical Theater's 2024-2025 season, 'Heart & Soul,' includes EVIL DEAD THE MUSICAL, DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and more, with performances at Byham Theater, Gargaro Theater, and West End Canopy.
Pittsburgh Musical Theater's 2024-2025 season, 'Heart & Soul,' includes EVIL DEAD THE MUSICAL, DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and more, with performances at Byham Theater, Gargaro Theater, and West End Canopy.
A SHERLOCK CAROL Will Return To Marylebone Theatre With Increased Seating Capacity Due To Demand
The worlds of Charles Dickens and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle combine brilliantly in ‘A Sherlock Carol', which sees Sherlock Holmes investigating the mysterious death of Ebenezer Scrooge.
The worlds of Charles Dickens and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle combine brilliantly in ‘A Sherlock Carol', which sees Sherlock Holmes investigating the mysterious death of Ebenezer Scrooge.
Charles Dickens FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Charles Dickens written?
Charles Dickens has written 20 shows including Oliver! (Source Material), Comin' Uptown (Source Material), Copperfield (Source Material), A Christmas Carol (Source Material), The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Source Material), The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby (Playwright), A Tale of Two Cities (Source Material), A Christmas Carol (Playwright), A Christmas Carol (Source Material), Scrooge (Source Material), A Celtic Christmas (Material), A Tale of Two Cities (Source Material), A Christmas Carol (Source Material), Great Expectations (Source Material), Twist: Please, Sir, May I Have Some More? (Source Material), Hard Times (Source Material), A Christmas Carol with Simon Callow (Author), A Tale of Two Cities (Source Material), Oliver Twist (Source Material), Charles Dickens' Great Expectations (Author).
What awards has Charles Dickens been nominated for?
Charles Dickens has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of the notable nominations include Best Entertainment at the Olivier Awards for his work on "A Christmas Carol" and Play of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "The Life And Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby." These nominations highlight the recognition and acclaim that Dickens' works have received in the theatrical world.
What awards has Charles Dickens won?
Charles Dickens has won several awards for his works. These include the Best Entertainment award at the Olivier Awards for his play "A Christmas Carol" and the Play of the Year award at the Olivier Awards for "The Life And Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby."
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