David Harrower
David Harrower is a playwright whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. Awards include Olivier Awards for Blackbird (2007).
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Playwright
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play
David Harrower, Blackbird
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Play
David Harrower, Blackbird
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Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best New Play
David Harrower, Blackbird
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News
Review: THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE, Citizens Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Oct 22, 2026
In an adaptation by David Harrower, which sharpens the knives of Spark’s extraordinary work, and with a cast lead by Gayle Rankin (GLOW, House of The Dragon), this visceral production looks head on at our enduring moral fascination with such a beguiling and dangerous character.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Oct 22, 2026
In an adaptation by David Harrower, which sharpens the knives of Spark’s extraordinary work, and with a cast lead by Gayle Rankin (GLOW, House of The Dragon), this visceral production looks head on at our enduring moral fascination with such a beguiling and dangerous character.
Photos: Gayle Rankin and More in THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2026
National Theatre of Scotland's new stage adaptation of Muriel Spark's novel, directed by Vicky Featherstone and starring Gayle Rankin, opens at the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh before touring to Glasgow, Aberdeen and Pitlochry. See photos!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2026
National Theatre of Scotland's new stage adaptation of Muriel Spark's novel, directed by Vicky Featherstone and starring Gayle Rankin, opens at the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh before touring to Glasgow, Aberdeen and Pitlochry. See photos!
ANY REBELLION OF WILL to Open at Trap Door Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
Trap Door Theatre will present a dark absurdist comedy written by S.L. Daniels and directed by Spencer Huffman, featuring Shawna Franks, Camilla Frontain, Lenin Izquierdo, and Lawrence Grimm.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
Trap Door Theatre will present a dark absurdist comedy written by S.L. Daniels and directed by Spencer Huffman, featuring Shawna Franks, Camilla Frontain, Lenin Izquierdo, and Lawrence Grimm.
THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE to Open at Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026
A new stage adaptation of Muriel Spark's novel opens at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, with Gayle Rankin playing the titular character. The production will tour Scotland following its run in Edinburgh.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026
A new stage adaptation of Muriel Spark's novel opens at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, with Gayle Rankin playing the titular character. The production will tour Scotland following its run in Edinburgh.
EAST IS EAST, OTHELLO, More Set For Citizens Theatre's Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Glasgow's Citizens Theatre announced its autumn season, marking one year since its reopening, with productions including EAST IS EAST, OTHELLO, TRISTAN AND YSEULT, and CINDERELLA.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Glasgow's Citizens Theatre announced its autumn season, marking one year since its reopening, with productions including EAST IS EAST, OTHELLO, TRISTAN AND YSEULT, and CINDERELLA.
Savannah Stage Company Will Present BLACKBIRD to Open 2026 Season in April
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026
Savannah Stage Company will present BLACKBIRD, David Harrower's Olivier Award-winning drama about childhood sexual abuse, April 10-19 at The Sentient Bean, with only 50 seats per performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026
Savannah Stage Company will present BLACKBIRD, David Harrower's Olivier Award-winning drama about childhood sexual abuse, April 10-19 at The Sentient Bean, with only 50 seats per performance.
Savannah Stage Company Announces 2026 Season of Liberation
by Gillian Blum - Feb 1, 2026
Surrounded by the energy of a packed house at The Sentient Bean, Savannah Stage Company officially launched its 2026 Season of Liberation, with a lineup of four shows.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 1, 2026
Surrounded by the energy of a packed house at The Sentient Bean, Savannah Stage Company officially launched its 2026 Season of Liberation, with a lineup of four shows.
Tony-Nominee Gayle Rankin To Lead THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE 2026 Scotland Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2026
National Theatre of Scotland will tour a new production of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie across Scotland in 2026. Directed by Vicky Featherstone, the adaptation by David Harrower stars Gayle Rankin in the title role.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2026
National Theatre of Scotland will tour a new production of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie across Scotland in 2026. Directed by Vicky Featherstone, the adaptation by David Harrower stars Gayle Rankin in the title role.
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026
In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026
In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.
BWW Q&A: Melina Farahani Talks BLACKBIRD at Theatre Row
by Joshua Wright - Dec 2, 2025
Diaspora House will present a limited engagement of Blackbird, David Harrower’s searing psychological drama, running for eight performances only, December 2 through December 7, 2025 at NYC’s Theatre Row. Directed by Tara Brown, the production brings together a powerhouse cast, including Melina Farahani and Miguel Perez.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 2, 2025
Diaspora House will present a limited engagement of Blackbird, David Harrower’s searing psychological drama, running for eight performances only, December 2 through December 7, 2025 at NYC’s Theatre Row. Directed by Tara Brown, the production brings together a powerhouse cast, including Melina Farahani and Miguel Perez.
Alan Cumming Will Lead First Season as Artistic Director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director, Alan Cumming has announced his highly anticipated inaugural season of exciting programming for 2026, which will coincide with the 75th anniversary of the celebrated Scottish Highland Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director, Alan Cumming has announced his highly anticipated inaugural season of exciting programming for 2026, which will coincide with the 75th anniversary of the celebrated Scottish Highland Theatre.
The National Theatre of Scotland Reveals 2026 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The National Theatre of Scotland has announced its upcoming season for 2026, including three world premieres, five tours across Scotland, gig theatre, and much more.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The National Theatre of Scotland has announced its upcoming season for 2026, including three world premieres, five tours across Scotland, gig theatre, and much more.
John Simm Will Lead BLACKBIRD at Theatre Royal Bath Ustinov Studio In February 2027
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
John Simm stars in a brand-new production of David Harrower's infamous and provocative play, announced for the Ustinov Studio in February 2027. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
John Simm stars in a brand-new production of David Harrower's infamous and provocative play, announced for the Ustinov Studio in February 2027. Learn more here!
BLACKBIRD to Play a Limited Off-Broadway Engagement at Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
Diaspora House will present a limited engagement of Blackbird, David Harrower’s searing psychological drama, running for eight performances only at Theater Row.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
Diaspora House will present a limited engagement of Blackbird, David Harrower’s searing psychological drama, running for eight performances only at Theater Row.
Review: BLACKBIRD at United Hope Church
by Ilana Lucas - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of BLACKBIRD at United Hope Church? Of course, there’s a lot to gasp about in Talk Is Free Theatre’s production of BLACKBIRD, an incredibly intimate staging of Scottish playwright David Harrower’s 2005 drama about a tense confrontation, years after the fact, between a man who had a sexual relationship with a middle schooler and the now grown woman who tracks him down. So it’s a good thing to have such unfettered access to that respiration.
by Ilana Lucas - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of BLACKBIRD at United Hope Church? Of course, there’s a lot to gasp about in Talk Is Free Theatre’s production of BLACKBIRD, an incredibly intimate staging of Scottish playwright David Harrower’s 2005 drama about a tense confrontation, years after the fact, between a man who had a sexual relationship with a middle schooler and the now grown woman who tracks him down. So it’s a good thing to have such unfettered access to that respiration.
Talk Is Free Theatre Reveals Venues For 2025–2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2025
Talk Is Free Theatre has revealed venues for its 2025–2026 site-specific season in Barrie and Toronto, featuring three world premieres, Sondheim’s Company, and the return of Blackbird.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2025
Talk Is Free Theatre has revealed venues for its 2025–2026 site-specific season in Barrie and Toronto, featuring three world premieres, Sondheim’s Company, and the return of Blackbird.
Talk Is Free Theatre Reveals 2025/26 Season Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2025
Talk Is Free Theatre Artistic Producer Arkady Spivak revealed the Barrie-based company's 23rd season with full line-ups in Barrie, in Toronto, and activities on all seven continents of the world–examining all the ways we treat legacy.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2025
Talk Is Free Theatre Artistic Producer Arkady Spivak revealed the Barrie-based company's 23rd season with full line-ups in Barrie, in Toronto, and activities on all seven continents of the world–examining all the ways we treat legacy.
David Harrower's BLACKBIRD Will Return to New York in April
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2025
Helmed by members of The Actors Studio, David Harrower's controversial Olivier Award-winning play Blackbird returns to New York City in a raw, intimate staging, making the audience a fly-on-the-wall in a disturbingly tense room.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2025
Helmed by members of The Actors Studio, David Harrower's controversial Olivier Award-winning play Blackbird returns to New York City in a raw, intimate staging, making the audience a fly-on-the-wall in a disturbingly tense room.
Review: BLACKBIRD at Dirt Dogs Theatre Co.
by Brett Cullum - Feb 24, 2025
This is a wonderfully produced version of an unflinching script, which may be the hardest part of BLACKBIRD. It feels so real that the fear factor of an abuser and a victim seething at each other or, worse, being tender to them feels too real sometimes.
by Brett Cullum - Feb 24, 2025
This is a wonderfully produced version of an unflinching script, which may be the hardest part of BLACKBIRD. It feels so real that the fear factor of an abuser and a victim seething at each other or, worse, being tender to them feels too real sometimes.
Erin Germaine Mahoney's New Play TWO SISTERS Premieres at The Chain Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2025
A daring and evocative new play directed by Katina Medina Mora will have its world premiere in the Chain Theatre Winter One-Act Festival in New York City, with performances on Feb 16th, Feb 20th, and March 1st.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2025
A daring and evocative new play directed by Katina Medina Mora will have its world premiere in the Chain Theatre Winter One-Act Festival in New York City, with performances on Feb 16th, Feb 20th, and March 1st.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has David Harrower written?
David Harrower has written 2 shows including Blackbird (Playwright), Knives in Hens (Playwright).
What awards has David Harrower been nominated for?
Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for Blackbird, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Blackbird and Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Blackbird .
What awards has David Harrower won?
David Harrower has won the Best New Play award at the Olivier Awards for Blackbird.
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