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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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[West End, 2013]
Music and Lyrics

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Glen Hansard Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Music

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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Best Musical

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Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Unveils First Of 2024 Lineup

Now in its 24th year, the free music festival will once again present a truly eclectic bill of top performers spanning an array of genres, including Greensky Bluegrass, Robyn Hitchcock, Big Star’s Radio City 50th Anniversary, The Wood Brothers, Fruition, Bobby Rush, Haley Heynderickx, The Bones Of J.R. Jones, Alice Gerrard, and Glen Hansard.
Trousdale Release New Version of 'Sometimes' With Ben Abraham

Ahead of the release of Out Of My Mind Deluxe this Friday, folk-pop band Trousdale have released a new version of their track “Sometimes” featuring Ben Abraham. With the addition of the Australian singer-songwriter’s smooth, rich voice, the song becomes more of a back and forth conversation, something the lyrical narrative seems to be begging for. Listen to the track now!
Jake Clemons to Release Single 'Born Like Me' for Juneteeth

On June 19th singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jake Clemons will release both the single and music video for “Born Like Me,” (featuring Allison Russell and Tom Morello) to commemorate Juneteenth.
Review: ONCE at Roma Musical Theater

This review would be awkwardly short but it's extremely difficult to put the feeling into words as this performance shows us how powerful the musical experience can be. I loved of course the lyrics, the plot, the characters, but, oh well, the music here is second to none. Period.
Wilbury Group Extends ONCE Through Late June

Wilbury Theatre Group has extended the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE in Providence, RI, featuring Nile Hawver and Alison Russo, directed by Josh Short with music direction by Milly Massey and choreography by Ali Kenner Brodksy. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First Look At ONCE At Wilbury Theatre Group

See first look photos of Wilbury Theatre Group's production of Tony Award-winning musical Once with book by Enda Walsh and music and lyrics by Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová. 
New Musical NOISE, FAT HAM & More Set for Wilbury Theatre Group 24/25 Main Series Season

The 2024/25 season at Wilbury Theatre Group, featuring the Rhode Island premieres and more has been revealed. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Get A First Look At ONCE at Syracuse Stage

Get a first look at Syracuse Stage's production of Once, the irresistible Tony-award winning musical based on John Carney's beloved 2007 Oscar-winning film.
ONCE Will Conclude Wilbury Group's 2023/24 Season

Rehearsals have begun for Wilbury Theatre Group's upcoming production of Tony Award-winning musical Once with book by Enda Walsh and music and lyrics by Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová.
Syracuse Stage Closes 50th Season With ONCE

Syracuse Stage concludes its 50th season with the popular musical ONCE. Dive into the captivating performances and unforgettable music as this iconic theater wraps up its golden anniversary.
The Royal Conservatory Of Music To Present THE QUIET PLEASE, THERE'S A LADY ON STAGE Series And More This Spring

End your musical journey with The Royal Conservatory of Music as their concert season concludes. Discover the highlights and memorable performances of the season.
Video: Watch Glen Hansard on CBS Saturday Morning; New Tour Dates With Pearl Jam

Watch a video of Glen Hansard on CBS’s Jeff Glor in a wide-ranging interview that covered his new record. ‘All That Was East Is West Of Me Now’ came together after a secret residency in November 2022 at Hansard’s local pub just outside Dublin and was recorded with producer and former Frames member, David Odlum (Sam Smith, Tinariwen).
Cast and Creative Team Set for ONCE at Wilbury Theatre Group

Wilbury Theatre Group has revealed the cast for upcoming production of Tony Award-winning musical Once. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Immersive ONCE Comes to Lachat Town Farm in Weston This Month

Opening this upcoming St. Patrick's Day weekend, the team behind the recent productions of “Adventures in Oz” and “Village of the Damned” at Lachat will utilize the farm's natural beauty to create the fields, streets, and music halls of Ireland that once inspired the likes of Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett and Van Morrison.
Kathleen Chalfant, Jonathan Raviv, and More Set for HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES at NYTW

New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast & creative team for Here There Are Blueberries, co-written by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony & Emmy Award nominee Moisés Kaufman & Emmy Award nominee Amanda Gronich, and conceived & directed by Moisés Kaufman.
Proctors and Capital Repertory Theatre Reveal 2024-25 Seasons

Proctors Collaborative hosted “The Not So Late-Night Show” on the MainStage at Proctors Monday night to announce the 2024-25 season for both Proctors in Schenectady and Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany. Learn more about the upcoming seasons here!
Creative Team Set for I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I COULD DIE Directed by Lucas Hnath

New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the full creative team for I Love You So Much I Could Die, written and performed by NYTW Usual Suspect Mona Pirnot (Private), and directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath (Red Speedo).
Previews: ROXY'S DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCES THEIR 2024-25 SEASON! at Roxy's Downtown

Roxy's Downtown Artistic Director Rick Bumgardner announced the highly anticipated 2024/25 season today, bringing cutting-edge theater to the heart of the country. Roxy’s has introduced audiences to innovative new works since 2014 and this season is no exception.
Streaming Review: Flora & Her Son Make War And Then Make Music In John Carney's FLORA AND SON On Apple TV+

The writing knits together the disparate lives of the characters to show the transformative power of music.
Video: Glen Hansard Shares Video For New Track 'There's No Mountain'

Irish musician Glen Hansard is sharing the new song “There’s No Mountain”. The song points forward, to the virtue of simply pressing on, despite cataclysms global and personal that might challenge any stable orbit. Watch the new music video now!

Glen Hansard 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?

Glen Hansard has been nominated for Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Once and for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Once.

What awards has Glen Hansard won?

Glen Hansard has won the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Best Musical for Once.

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