Glen Hansard
Latest News on Glen Hansard:
Chance Theater Extends Run of ONCE Until March 2026 (Feb 18, 2026)
Glen Hansard Sets Release of New Live Album and Tour (Feb 17, 2026)
Review: ONCE at Chance Theatre (Feb 3, 2026)
Chance Theater Extends Run of ONCE Until March 2026 (Feb 18, 2026)
Glen Hansard Sets Release of New Live Album and Tour (Feb 17, 2026)
Review: ONCE at Chance Theatre (Feb 3, 2026)
BIO
Film: The Commitments, Once. Albums: Strict Joy, the soundtrack of Once (Academy Award®, Best Original Song, “Falling Slowly”), The Swell Season, The Cost, Burn the Maps, Set List: Live in Dublin, For the Birds, Dance the Devil, Fitzcarraldo, Another Love Song.
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Music
Glen Hansard, Once
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Best Musical
Glen Hansard , Once
Videos
Walter Martin Announces New Album Dedicated to Stewart Lupton
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-11-08 09:57:45
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video For 'Falling Slowly' From ONCE Ahead of the UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-11 06:48:37
Glen Hansard Begins US Tour Next Week and Shares New Live Video
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-08-28 11:24:49
The Good Ones Announce New Album RWANDA, YOU SHOULD BE LOVED
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-08-27 15:30:39
VIDEO: On This Day, March 18- ONCE Makes Beautiful Music On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-03-18 16:55:46
VIDEO: Jordan Fisher Receives First Perfect Score with Emotional DWTS Performance
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-10-10 06:42:09
VIDEO: Glen Hansard Performs 'Winning Streak' on LATE LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-02-10 09:06:39
TV: ONCE Gets Ready to Hit the Road Again! Fall Slowly In Rehearsal with the Cast
by TV - On the Road - 2015-12-19 09:00:51
STAGE TUBE: ONCE Cast Performs Surprise Concert on Dublin Street
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-06-21 17:56:55
News
Chance Theater Extends Run of ONCE Until March 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, has announced the first show of Chance's 2026 Season, Once, has been extended through March 2, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, has announced the first show of Chance's 2026 Season, Once, has been extended through March 2, 2026.
Glen Hansard Sets Release of New Live Album and Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2026
Glen Hansard, co-writer of the musical Once, has set the release of his sixth solo album Don+t Settle - Transmissions East & West. Hansard has also announced a run of tour dates in the U.S and Canada.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2026
Glen Hansard, co-writer of the musical Once, has set the release of his sixth solo album Don+t Settle - Transmissions East & West. Hansard has also announced a run of tour dates in the U.S and Canada.
Review: ONCE at Chance Theatre
by Amanda Callas - Feb 3, 2026
Once feels like a revelation, with all the delicate tenderness of a romantic ballad and the foot-stomping joy of a rustic Irish pub on music night.
by Amanda Callas - Feb 3, 2026
Once feels like a revelation, with all the delicate tenderness of a romantic ballad and the foot-stomping joy of a rustic Irish pub on music night.
Photos: ONCE at the Chance Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Alll new production photos have been released for Once at the Chance Theater. Performances run through March 1. Check out the photos and learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Alll new production photos have been released for Once at the Chance Theater. Performances run through March 1. Check out the photos and learn more here!
Chance Theater To Open 2026 Season With Tony-Winning Musical ONCE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theatre company, will open its 2026 season with Once, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical. The production features a book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theatre company, will open its 2026 season with Once, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical. The production features a book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
ONCE Begins At Berkeley Playhouse This February
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2025
Berkeley Playhouse will continue its 2025–26 season with ONCE, the Tony Award-winning musical by Enda Walsh with music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2025
Berkeley Playhouse will continue its 2025–26 season with ONCE, the Tony Award-winning musical by Enda Walsh with music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
TEETH The Musical Will Make New Jersey Premiere in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2025
Asbury Park Theater Company has announced their full lineup of 7 productions for the 2026 season. Under the Producing Artistic Direction of Anthony D’Amato, the company will present the New Jersey premiere of TEETH the musical.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2025
Asbury Park Theater Company has announced their full lineup of 7 productions for the 2026 season. Under the Producing Artistic Direction of Anthony D’Amato, the company will present the New Jersey premiere of TEETH the musical.
Chance Theater Announces 2026 Season
by Gillian Blum - Oct 4, 2025
Anaheim, California's Chance Theater announces the productions for its 2026 season, including award-winning musicals, urgent new plays, and stories that resonate.
by Gillian Blum - Oct 4, 2025
Anaheim, California's Chance Theater announces the productions for its 2026 season, including award-winning musicals, urgent new plays, and stories that resonate.
ONCE to be Presented At Burning Coal Theatre Company in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025
Burning Coal Theatre Company will present ONCE, book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, directed by Nathalie Ray. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025
Burning Coal Theatre Company will present ONCE, book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, directed by Nathalie Ray. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
SING STREET Musical Star Max Bartos Announces U.S. Tour With His Band 'Max Bartos & The Misfit Toys'
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025
Max Bartos, known for originating the role of Darren in the hit musical Sing Street, is hitting the road this fall for a national tour with his band, The Misfit Toys. The tour, launching in support of his upcoming third folk album Waiting at the Crossroads, will bring his signature blend of raw storytelling and folk-rock energy to cities across the U.S.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025
Max Bartos, known for originating the role of Darren in the hit musical Sing Street, is hitting the road this fall for a national tour with his band, The Misfit Toys. The tour, launching in support of his upcoming third folk album Waiting at the Crossroads, will bring his signature blend of raw storytelling and folk-rock energy to cities across the U.S.
THE LAST FIVE YEARS, ONCE, and More Set For NextStop Theatre 2025/26 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025
NextStop Theatre Company has announced its 2025/26 season—the first fully programmed by Producing Artistic Director, Heather Lanza, who joined the company in the fall of 2024.
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025
NextStop Theatre Company has announced its 2025/26 season—the first fully programmed by Producing Artistic Director, Heather Lanza, who joined the company in the fall of 2024.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 3, 2025
by - Apr 3, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 3, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Apr 3, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 3, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
John Doyle Will Direct Broadway-Bound WAKING NED DEVINE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025
A new musical based on the 1998 film, Waking Ned Devine, is Broadway-bound. The production will be directed by John Doyle, and written by David Hein with Markéta Irglová and Glen Hansard.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025
A new musical based on the 1998 film, Waking Ned Devine, is Broadway-bound. The production will be directed by John Doyle, and written by David Hein with Markéta Irglová and Glen Hansard.
Photos: Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Depp, & More Take Carnegie Hall Stage for Patti Smith Celebration
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
On March 26, the Carnegie Hall audience witnessed a celebration of punk poet laureate Patti Smith, featuring performances by Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Depp, Matt Berninger, Courtney Barnett, and more. Take a look at the photos here!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
On March 26, the Carnegie Hall audience witnessed a celebration of punk poet laureate Patti Smith, featuring performances by Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Depp, Matt Berninger, Courtney Barnett, and more. Take a look at the photos here!
Irish Comedian Jarlath Regan is Coming to San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Jarlath Regan is finally here in America with In Bits, a totally new barnstorming standup show like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Learn more about his upcoming performance at San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Jarlath Regan is finally here in America with In Bits, a totally new barnstorming standup show like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Learn more about his upcoming performance at San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts Theatre.
Review: ONCE at Roxy's Downtown
by Paula Makar - Mar 1, 2025
If you’re in the mood for a theatre piece full of atmosphere and passion, make sure you get to Roxy’s Downtown to see their production of Once. It’s heady, intense, and grabs you right in the heart, squeezes hard, and doesn’t let go. It’s quite the existential ride.
by Paula Makar - Mar 1, 2025
If you’re in the mood for a theatre piece full of atmosphere and passion, make sure you get to Roxy’s Downtown to see their production of Once. It’s heady, intense, and grabs you right in the heart, squeezes hard, and doesn’t let go. It’s quite the existential ride.
Trousdale Shares 'Growing Pains' Track From Newly Announced Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2025
Los Angeles’ heavenly harmonic trio Trousdale has announced that their new album Growing Pains is set to arrive on April 11. Ahead of the release, they have shared the title track. Listen to it here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2025
Los Angeles’ heavenly harmonic trio Trousdale has announced that their new album Growing Pains is set to arrive on April 11. Ahead of the release, they have shared the title track. Listen to it here!
ONCE Comes to TheatreZone in Naples
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024
Naples’ TheatreZone will kick off its 20th season with its production of Once, the 2012 Tony Award-winning Best Musical. The musical is a romance set in Ireland with a multi-talented cast who are also the show’s on-stage orchestra.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024
Naples’ TheatreZone will kick off its 20th season with its production of Once, the 2012 Tony Award-winning Best Musical. The musical is a romance set in Ireland with a multi-talented cast who are also the show’s on-stage orchestra.
Photos: Tony-Winning Musical ONCE At Rubicon Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024
Rubicon Theatre is presenting the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE. See photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024
Rubicon Theatre is presenting the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE. See photos from the production.
Single Tickets for TheREP 2024-25 Season Now Available - ONCE & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2024
Single tickets for theREP's 2024-25 season are now available. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2024
Single tickets for theREP's 2024-25 season are now available. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Glen Hansard written?
Glen Hansard has written 1 shows including Once (Composer).
What awards has Glen Hansard been nominated for?
Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Once and Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Once.
What awards has Glen Hansard won?
Glen Hansard won the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Once.
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