Charles Ludlam
Latest News on Charles Ludlam:
NIGHT STORIES Will Conclude South American Tour This Saturday in Rio de Janeiro (Nov 26, 2025)
NIGHT STORIES Will Make Its Off-Broadway Premiere At Wild Project Beginning December 17 (Nov 14, 2025)
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide (Sep 17, 2025)
NIGHT STORIES Will Conclude South American Tour This Saturday in Rio de Janeiro (Nov 26, 2025)
NIGHT STORIES Will Make Its Off-Broadway Premiere At Wild Project Beginning December 17 (Nov 14, 2025)
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide (Sep 17, 2025)
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Obie Awards - 1987 - Sustained Achievement
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Obie Awards - 1985 - Ensemble Performance
Charles LudlamThe Mystery of Irma Vep
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The Hewes Awards - 1985 - Scenic Design
Charles LudlamThe Mystery of Irma Vep
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Obie Awards - 1977 - Special Citations
Charles Ludlam, Der Ring Gott Farblonjet
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Obie Awards - 1975 - Special Citations
Charles LudlamProfessor Bedlam's Punch and Judy Show
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Obie Awards - 1973 - Distinguished Performances
Charles Ludlam, Corn
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Obie Awards - 1973 - Distinguished Performances
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Obie Awards - 1970 - Citations
Charles LudlamThe Ridiculous Theatrical Company
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NIGHT STORIES Will Conclude South American Tour This Saturday in Rio de Janeiro
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
NIGHT STORIES, comprising four tales of reanimation by Yiddish poet and resistance fighter Avrom Sutzkever, will conclude its South American tour this Saturday, November 29th at Cine Teatro Joia in Rio de Janeiro.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
NIGHT STORIES, comprising four tales of reanimation by Yiddish poet and resistance fighter Avrom Sutzkever, will conclude its South American tour this Saturday, November 29th at Cine Teatro Joia in Rio de Janeiro.
NIGHT STORIES Will Make Its Off-Broadway Premiere At Wild Project Beginning December 17
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025
NIGHT STORIES, a collection of four tales by Yiddish poet and Holocaust survivor Avrom Sutzkever, will begin performances Off-Broadway on December 17 at Wild Project.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025
NIGHT STORIES, a collection of four tales by Yiddish poet and Holocaust survivor Avrom Sutzkever, will begin performances Off-Broadway on December 17 at Wild Project.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
Mary Testa and More Complete the Cast for GALAS at Little Island
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
Little Island has revealed the complete cast and creative team for Galas, the final production in their 2025 summer season starring countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo as 'Maria Magdalena Galas.' Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
Little Island has revealed the complete cast and creative team for Galas, the final production in their 2025 summer season starring countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo as 'Maria Magdalena Galas.' Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP Begins At Everyman Theatre This Month
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2025
Everyman Theatre has announced the upcoming production of Charles Ludlam's beloved comedy, The Mystery of Irma Vep: A Penny Dreadful, running May 18 - June 22, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2025
Everyman Theatre has announced the upcoming production of Charles Ludlam's beloved comedy, The Mystery of Irma Vep: A Penny Dreadful, running May 18 - June 22, 2025.
EgoPo to Present Charles Ludlam and Bill Vehr's TURDS IN HELL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
EgoPo will open the second mainstage show of their Queer Revolutions season with Charles Ludlam and Bill Vehr's counter-cultural classic, Turds in Hell. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
EgoPo will open the second mainstage show of their Queer Revolutions season with Charles Ludlam and Bill Vehr's counter-cultural classic, Turds in Hell. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Little Island Unveils 2025 Summer Season Featuring Suzan-Lori Parks, Rachel Chavkin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2025
LITTLE ISLAND has revealed programming details for its second annual summer season, including multiple world premieres and more. See the lineup and learn how to attend the summer season!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2025
LITTLE ISLAND has revealed programming details for its second annual summer season, including multiple world premieres and more. See the lineup and learn how to attend the summer season!
Everyman Theatre Unveils THE QUEENS OF BROADWAY Drag Brunch
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025
Everyman Theatre has announced The Queens of Broadway Drag Brunch, hosted by the sensational drag artist Sunrize with a Z (prominent artist of the NYC nightlife and cabaret scene) on Sunday, June 8, from 11a-1p, in support of Baltimore’s observance of LGBTQ+ Pride Month and running in conjunction with the Theatre’s production of The Mystery of Irma Vep.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025
Everyman Theatre has announced The Queens of Broadway Drag Brunch, hosted by the sensational drag artist Sunrize with a Z (prominent artist of the NYC nightlife and cabaret scene) on Sunday, June 8, from 11a-1p, in support of Baltimore’s observance of LGBTQ+ Pride Month and running in conjunction with the Theatre’s production of The Mystery of Irma Vep.
Review Roundup: DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025
Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, is now open at Menier Chocolate Factory. Read the reviews for the production here and see what the critics are saying!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025
Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, is now open at Menier Chocolate Factory. Read the reviews for the production here and see what the critics are saying!
Photos: DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS At Menier Chocolate Factory
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2025
After sellout, foot-stomping previews at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, Caledonia Productions and Gavin Kalin Productions have released production images from the record-breaking world premiere of Wild Rose, written by Nicole Taylor (One Day, Three Girls, The C Word, The Nest) and directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch).
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2025
After sellout, foot-stomping previews at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, Caledonia Productions and Gavin Kalin Productions have released production images from the record-breaking world premiere of Wild Rose, written by Nicole Taylor (One Day, Three Girls, The C Word, The Nest) and directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch).
La MaMa To Present ABOVE GROUND - NOT EXACTLY A COMEDY, A Reflection On Aging By Ten Actors Age 74-98
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2025
In 'Above Ground - Not Exactly a Comedy,' ten senior actors reflect on how they deal with the undeniable fact of getting old, regaling the audience with improvised personal experiences of maturity, illness and loss mixed with childhood memories.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2025
In 'Above Ground - Not Exactly a Comedy,' ten senior actors reflect on how they deal with the undeniable fact of getting old, regaling the audience with improvised personal experiences of maturity, illness and loss mixed with childhood memories.
Yara Arts Group To Bring THE MAGIC OF LIGHT To La MaMa In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2025
From March 7 to 16, La MaMa and Yara Arts Group will present Yara's 'The Magic of Light,' an innovative theater piece that interweaves puppetry, languages, music and poetry to illustrate the cultural and spiritual awakening of an artist in the 1870s.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2025
From March 7 to 16, La MaMa and Yara Arts Group will present Yara's 'The Magic of Light,' an innovative theater piece that interweaves puppetry, languages, music and poetry to illustrate the cultural and spiritual awakening of an artist in the 1870s.
Full Cast Set For DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025
As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025
As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen.
La MaMa Presents IN THROUGH THE DOORWAY OUT
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025
IN THROUGH THE DOORWAY OUT will be presented at LaMaMa Experimental Theatre, Community Art Space. Running February 7, 8 and 9, 2025. IN THROUGH THE DOORWAY OUT is the second original production by the TUT (Teens Ukraine Theatre).
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025
IN THROUGH THE DOORWAY OUT will be presented at LaMaMa Experimental Theatre, Community Art Space. Running February 7, 8 and 9, 2025. IN THROUGH THE DOORWAY OUT is the second original production by the TUT (Teens Ukraine Theatre).
James Daly and More Will Lead DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Learn more here!
DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Makes UK Premiere at the Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs, returning to the Menier having previously directed The Baker’s Wife and Barnum.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs, returning to the Menier having previously directed The Baker’s Wife and Barnum.
BASHEVIS'S DEMONS Ends Limited Run Today at Theatre 154
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 5, 2025
BASHEVIS'S DEMONS, which debuted in Stockholm in December 2023, made its official Off-Broadway bow at Theatre 154 running December 18 through Sunday, January 5.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 5, 2025
BASHEVIS'S DEMONS, which debuted in Stockholm in December 2023, made its official Off-Broadway bow at Theatre 154 running December 18 through Sunday, January 5.
BASHEVIS'S DEMONS To Be Presented At Out of the Box Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024
BASHEVIS'S DEMONS, which debuted in Stockholm in December 2023, will make its official Off-Broadway bow at Out of the Box Theatre, 154 Christopher Street (between Greenwich & Washington Streets), with performances beginning December 18th and running through January 5th.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024
BASHEVIS'S DEMONS, which debuted in Stockholm in December 2023, will make its official Off-Broadway bow at Out of the Box Theatre, 154 Christopher Street (between Greenwich & Washington Streets), with performances beginning December 18th and running through January 5th.
La MaMa Presents Richard Foreman's SUPPOSE BEAUTIFUL MADELINE HARVEY
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2024
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Suppose Beautiful Madeline Harvey, legendary experimental theater icon Richard Foreman's first new play in 10 years.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2024
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Suppose Beautiful Madeline Harvey, legendary experimental theater icon Richard Foreman's first new play in 10 years.
ROBERT WILL SHOW YOU THE DOOR (Tales Of Being Fired) To Have NYC Premiere At La MaMa
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024
Susan Jeremy's solo show, ROBERT WILL SHOW YOU THE DOOR (Tales of Being Fired), makes its NYC premiere at La MaMa from November 21 to December 1. Directed by Maris Heller, the show humorously explores Jeremy's experiences of being fired.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024
Susan Jeremy's solo show, ROBERT WILL SHOW YOU THE DOOR (Tales of Being Fired), makes its NYC premiere at La MaMa from November 21 to December 1. Directed by Maris Heller, the show humorously explores Jeremy's experiences of being fired.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Charles Ludlam written?
Charles Ludlam has written 12 shows including Hot Ice (Playwright), Stage Blood (Playwright), The Ventriloquist's Wife (Conceiver), The Enchanted Pig (Playwright), Big Hotel (Playwright), Der Ring Gott Farblonjet (Bookwriter), Camille (Playwright), Bluebeard (Playwright), How to Write a Play (Playwright), Corn (Bookwriter), The Mystery of Irma Vep (Playwright), The Artificial Jungle (Playwright).
What awards has Charles Ludlam been nominated for?
Sustained Achievement (Obie Awards), Ensemble Performance (Obie Awards) for The Mystery of Irma Vep, Scenic Design (The Hewes Awards) for The Mystery of Irma Vep, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Der Ring Gott Farblonjet, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Professor Bedlam's Punch and Judy Show, Distinguished Performances (Obie Awards) for Corn, Distinguished Performances (Obie Awards) for Camille and Citations (Obie Awards) for The Ridiculous Theatrical Company.
What awards has Charles Ludlam won?
Charles Ludlam has received several prestigious awards, including the Sustained Achievement award from the Obie Awards. He won the Obie Award for Ensemble Performance for The Mystery of Irma Vep, as well as the Hewes Award for Scenic Design for the same production. Ludlam also received Special Citations from the Obie Awards for Der Ring Gott Farblonjet and Professor Bedlam's Punch and Judy Show. Additionally, he earned Distinguished Performance honors from the Obie Awards for Corn and Camille. He was recognized with Citations from the Obie Awards for his work with The Ridiculous Theatrical Company.
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