Edwin Forrest
Edwin Forrest is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Macbeth, Richelieu, and The Lady of Lyons.
Date of Death: December 12, 1872
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VIDEO: Sneak Peek - HAMILTON & More Parodied on New Season of DRUNK HISTORY
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-08-17 14:40:19
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Student Blog: INTERVIEW: Dan Hodge on Walnut Street Theatre's Sherlock Holmes: The Great Detective
by Student Blogger: Brianna Arce - Feb 13, 2026
Student Blogger Brianna Arce interviews Dan Hodge about his work with Walnut Street Theatre, the cast and crew of Sherlock Holmes, and the broader Philly theatre community.
by Student Blogger: Brianna Arce - Feb 13, 2026
Student Blogger Brianna Arce interviews Dan Hodge about his work with Walnut Street Theatre, the cast and crew of Sherlock Holmes, and the broader Philly theatre community.
Historic Spots To See From Your Favorite Broadway Shows
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 14, 2025
One of the best parts of seeing a show in New York City is how there is often a relevant historic spot to visit, just steps away from the show you’re seeing. Here's just a few examples...
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 14, 2025
One of the best parts of seeing a show in New York City is how there is often a relevant historic spot to visit, just steps away from the show you’re seeing. Here's just a few examples...
ROMEO & HER SISTER Audio Drama to be Presented by Gather by the Ghost Light
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Gather by the Ghost Light will present its upcoming series: ROMEO & HER SISTER, a six-part audio drama adapted from the acclaimed stage play by Jillian Blevins slated to be released in January 2026 on all audio platforms.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Gather by the Ghost Light will present its upcoming series: ROMEO & HER SISTER, a six-part audio drama adapted from the acclaimed stage play by Jillian Blevins slated to be released in January 2026 on all audio platforms.
HVSO Welcomes Hugh Panaro for February Pops Concert
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025
Vocalist Hugh Panaro, well known for performing as the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera over 2,000 times, will join the HVSO to present “A Night of Broadway”.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025
Vocalist Hugh Panaro, well known for performing as the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera over 2,000 times, will join the HVSO to present “A Night of Broadway”.
Asolo Rep and Jewish Federation Will Host First Annual Asolo Luminary Award Honoring Playwright Ken Ludwig
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre and the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee have announced their partnership to host the First Annual Asolo Luminary Award, sponsored by Joel and Gail Morganroth.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre and the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee have announced their partnership to host the First Annual Asolo Luminary Award, sponsored by Joel and Gail Morganroth.
Ken Ludwig's 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS to Open at Adventure Theatre MTC in December
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2024
Adventure Theatre MTC will continue its 2024-2025 Season with Ken Ludwig’s first-ever children’s play, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Learn more about the production here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2024
Adventure Theatre MTC will continue its 2024-2025 Season with Ken Ludwig’s first-ever children’s play, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Learn more about the production here!
Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly to Star in Theater Drama THE PLAYERS
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 31, 2024
Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly are reuniting! Following their turns as Laurel and Hardy in 2018's Stan & Ollie, the pair will star in a new comedy about the infamous rivalry between stage actors Edwin Forrest (Reilly) and William Macready (Coogan).
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 31, 2024
Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly are reuniting! Following their turns as Laurel and Hardy in 2018's Stan & Ollie, the pair will star in a new comedy about the infamous rivalry between stage actors Edwin Forrest (Reilly) and William Macready (Coogan).
Christina Bianco, Liz Callaway & Laura Pitt-Pulford To Join Hugh Panaro In MAN WITHOUT A MASK UK Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024
Stars of West End, Broadway and cabaret-- Christina Bianco, Liz Callaway, and Laura Pitt-Pulford-- will guest star with Hugh Panaro in the UK premiere of 'HUGH PANARO - Man Without a Mask, running Saturday 7- Monday 9 September at Crazy Coqs.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024
Stars of West End, Broadway and cabaret-- Christina Bianco, Liz Callaway, and Laura Pitt-Pulford-- will guest star with Hugh Panaro in the UK premiere of 'HUGH PANARO - Man Without a Mask, running Saturday 7- Monday 9 September at Crazy Coqs.
Hugh Panaro to Bring MAN WITHOUT A MASK to Crazy Coqs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024
Hugh Panaro will return to the UK with HUGH PANARO - Man Without a Mask at Crazy Coqs. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024
Hugh Panaro will return to the UK with HUGH PANARO - Man Without a Mask at Crazy Coqs. Learn how to purchase tickets.
New Hampshire Theatre Project Presents ROMEO AND HER SISTER By Jillian Blevins
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024
NH Theatre Project wraps up its season with ROMEO & HER SISTER, a historical dramedy.
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024
NH Theatre Project wraps up its season with ROMEO & HER SISTER, a historical dramedy.
NH Theatre Project to Conclude Season With ROMEO & HER SISTER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024
NH Theatre Project will wrap up its season with ROMEO & HER SISTER, a unique historical dramedy that offers a fresh twist on classic themes. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024
NH Theatre Project will wrap up its season with ROMEO & HER SISTER, a unique historical dramedy that offers a fresh twist on classic themes. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Playthings Theatre of New York to Present DORIAN'S WILD(E) AFFAIR Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024
Playthings Theatre of New York and executive producer Preston Ridge will present private industry readings (by invitation only) of Dorian’s Wild(e) Affair. Learn more about the show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024
Playthings Theatre of New York and executive producer Preston Ridge will present private industry readings (by invitation only) of Dorian’s Wild(e) Affair. Learn more about the show.
FRIGID New York And Peculiar Works Project Present IN MEMORIAM: ASTOR PLACE RIOTS 1849 At UNDER St. Marks
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024
Experience the retelling of the Astor Place Riots of 1849 presented by FRIGID New York and Peculiar Works Project at UNDER St. Marks on May 10.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024
Experience the retelling of the Astor Place Riots of 1849 presented by FRIGID New York and Peculiar Works Project at UNDER St. Marks on May 10.
Asolo Repertory Theatre and Playwright Ken Ludwig Team Up for New Play LADY MOLLY OF SCOTLAND YARD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre is teaming with one of the world’s most produced playwrights, Ken Ludwig, for his newest play Lady Molly of Scotland Yard. Learn more about the partnership and about the new play!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre is teaming with one of the world’s most produced playwrights, Ken Ludwig, for his newest play Lady Molly of Scotland Yard. Learn more about the partnership and about the new play!
World Premiere of Ken Ludwig's MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE is Coming to Cleveland Play House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
Cast Set For Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE At Shakespeare & Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023
Casting has been announced for the Berkshires premiere of Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Shakespeare & Company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023
Casting has been announced for the Berkshires premiere of Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Shakespeare & Company.
Interview: Ken Ludwig Talks Passion for Playwrighting & His Plays Around the World
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with playwright Ken Ludwig, as he discusses his incredible career, productions of Murder on the Orient Express, Crazy For You, and much more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with playwright Ken Ludwig, as he discusses his incredible career, productions of Murder on the Orient Express, Crazy For You, and much more.
Leanne Antonio, Anthony Cochrane & More to Lead MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2023
Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express by Ken Ludwig, directed by Casey Hushion. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2023
Paper Mill Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express by Ken Ludwig, directed by Casey Hushion. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets!
Walnut Street Theatre honors PNC Bank's Joseph G. Meterchick with Edwin Forrest Award
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2023
Walnut Street Theatre will honor PNC Bank Regional President Joseph G. Meterchick with the 2023 Edwin Forrest Award at the theatre’s annual Gala, Imagine, Thursday, May 18, 2023.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2023
Walnut Street Theatre will honor PNC Bank Regional President Joseph G. Meterchick with the 2023 Edwin Forrest Award at the theatre’s annual Gala, Imagine, Thursday, May 18, 2023.
Full Cast Announced For CRAZY FOR YOU at Chichester Festival Theatre, Starring Charlie Stemp
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2022
Charlie Stemp and Carly Anderson will lead the cast of Susan Stroman’s new production of the musical comedy CRAZY FOR YOU™, with music & lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin, and book by Ken Ludwig, running at Chichester Festival Theatre from 11 July – 4 September.
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2022
Charlie Stemp and Carly Anderson will lead the cast of Susan Stroman’s new production of the musical comedy CRAZY FOR YOU™, with music & lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin, and book by Ken Ludwig, running at Chichester Festival Theatre from 11 July – 4 September.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Edwin Forrest been in?
Edwin Forrest has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Edwin Forrest been in?
Edwin Forrest has not appeared in the West End
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