James Macdonald
Latest News on James Macdonald:
Review: 4.48 PSYCHOSIS, Royal Court Theatre (Jun 19, 2025)
AMERICAN PSYCHO, THE LINE OF BEAUTY and More Set For Rupert Goold's Final Season At Almeida Theatre (May 28, 2025)
Lowell Summer Music Series Set To Kick Off 35th Season (May 28, 2025)
Review: 4.48 PSYCHOSIS, Royal Court Theatre (Jun 19, 2025)
AMERICAN PSYCHO, THE LINE OF BEAUTY and More Set For Rupert Goold's Final Season At Almeida Theatre (May 28, 2025)
Lowell Summer Music Series Set To Kick Off 35th Season (May 28, 2025)
BIO
For MTC: Top Girls. In New York: Escaped Alone (BAM); Cloud Nine (Atlantic); Love and Information (Minetta Lane/NYTW); Cock (Duke on 42nd/STP); King Lear, The Book of Grace, Drunk Enough to Say I Love You? (The Public Theater); John Gabriel Borkman (BAM/Abbey Theatre); Dying City (Lincoln Center); A Number (NYTW); 4.48 Psychosis (St. Ann's Warehouse). Recently in London: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, The Father, Glengarry Glen Ross (West End); The Children, The Wolf From the Door, Circle Mirror Transformation, Love and Information, Cock (Royal Court); Bakkhai, A Delicate Balance, Judgment Day (Almeida); Wild, #aiww: The Arrest of Ai Weiwei, And No More Shall We Part (Hampstead); Roots (Donmar); Dido Queen of Carthage, The Hour We Knew Nothing of Each Other, Exiles (National Theatre). Film: A Number (HBO/BBC).
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Obie Awards - 2014 - Direction
James MacDonald, Love and Information
The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Director
James Macdonald, Cock
Olivier Awards - 1977 - Musical of the Year
James MacDonald, Something's Afoot
Videos
Video: Watch the Trailer for WAITING FOR GODOT Starring Lucian Msamati and Ben Whishaw
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-02-23 15:09:30
VIDEO: Watch Hampstead Theatre's Full Production of #AIWW: THE ARREST OF AI WEIWEI
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-27 06:58:47
TV: Watch Highlights of Ethan Hawke & Paul Dano in TRUE WEST on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-01-29 12:08:54
TV: Go Inside Opening Night of TRUE WEST with Ethan Hawke, Paul Dano & More!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-01-26 16:01:00
TV: Ethan Hawke & Paul Dano Gear Up for Broadway Return in TRUE WEST!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-12-05 16:25:12
VIDEO: Watch All New Promo for TRUE WEST, with Ethan Hawke and Paul Dano!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-11-16 11:12:27
TV: Hangin' with the Company of THE CHILDREN on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2017-12-13 16:46:43
TV: What's THE CHILDREN All About? The Broadway-Bound Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-11-07 16:03:11
STAGE TUBE: COCK's James MacDonald, Amanda Quaid and More on WNYC Radio
by Stage Tube - 2012-07-23 18:23:19
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - COCK at The Duke on 42nd, Opening May 17
by Stage Tube - 2012-04-20 19:17:16
TV: Check Out Kelli O'Hara and More in KING LEAR - Performance Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-11-09 17:11:24
News
Review: 4.48 PSYCHOSIS, Royal Court Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 19, 2025
Sarah Kane is part of the mythology of British theatre. A brilliant mind, unbridled in her explorations of existence. Severely depressed, she hanged herself in the toilets of King’s College Hospital on the 20th of February, 1999. Tragically, it wasn’t a surprise. She wrote and talked about suicide very matter-of-factly. Kane authored, in total, five plays and a short film, all of equal, tragic precision in their emotional quality. It’s astonishing how much beauty came from someone who suffered so intensely.
by Cindy Marcolina - Jun 19, 2025
Sarah Kane is part of the mythology of British theatre. A brilliant mind, unbridled in her explorations of existence. Severely depressed, she hanged herself in the toilets of King’s College Hospital on the 20th of February, 1999. Tragically, it wasn’t a surprise. She wrote and talked about suicide very matter-of-factly. Kane authored, in total, five plays and a short film, all of equal, tragic precision in their emotional quality. It’s astonishing how much beauty came from someone who suffered so intensely.
AMERICAN PSYCHO, THE LINE OF BEAUTY and More Set For Rupert Goold's Final Season At Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
The Almeida Theatre has announced Rupert Goold’s final season as Artistic Director. The final season of Goold’s tenure as Artistic Director will include 10 productions, including four world premieres, a musical revival, and reimaginings of classic plays.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
The Almeida Theatre has announced Rupert Goold’s final season as Artistic Director. The final season of Goold’s tenure as Artistic Director will include 10 productions, including four world premieres, a musical revival, and reimaginings of classic plays.
Lowell Summer Music Series Set To Kick Off 35th Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
The Lowell Summer Music Series is set to return to the heart of The Mill City for its 35th season, bringing 12 nationally touring acts to the stage all summer long. This year's lineup features an eclectic mix of artists, including Los Lobos, Grace Potter, Galactic, KALEO, Josh Ritter, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
The Lowell Summer Music Series is set to return to the heart of The Mill City for its 35th season, bringing 12 nationally touring acts to the stage all summer long. This year's lineup features an eclectic mix of artists, including Los Lobos, Grace Potter, Galactic, KALEO, Josh Ritter, and more.
Spotlight: GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. at The Public Theater
by BWW Special Offer - May 13, 2025
GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. is a Critics' Pick!
by BWW Special Offer - May 13, 2025
GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. is a Critics' Pick!
Top Off-Broadway Shows for May 2025
by Sidney Paterra - May 1, 2025
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for the month of May! Learn more about upcoming Off-Broadway shows.
by Sidney Paterra - May 1, 2025
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for the month of May! Learn more about upcoming Off-Broadway shows.
GODDESS Extends Through Early June at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025
The Public Theater has extended the upcoming musical GODDESS. After a successful world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, GODDESS will make its debut in New York. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025
The Public Theater has extended the upcoming musical GODDESS. After a successful world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, GODDESS will make its debut in New York. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. Extends at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new plays written by playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald, has extended again at The Public Theater. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new plays written by playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald, has extended again at The Public Theater. Learn more!
Review Roundup: Caryl Churchill's GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. Opens Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 17, 2025
The Public Theater just celebrated opening night of GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new plays written by the groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. Let's see what the critics are saying about the production...
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 17, 2025
The Public Theater just celebrated opening night of GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new plays written by the groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. Let's see what the critics are saying about the production...
Photos: Inside Opening Night of GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP.
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 17, 2025
The Public Theater just celebrated opening night of GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new plays written by the groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos here!
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 17, 2025
The Public Theater just celebrated opening night of GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new plays written by the groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos here!
Photos: Deirdre O'Connell and More in GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
The Public Theater is presenting GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new plays written by the groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
The Public Theater is presenting GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new plays written by the groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. See photos here!
More Than 1200 Shows Added For Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025
1236 shows span many genres of the Fringe programme, including cabaret and variety; children's shows; comedy; dance, physical theatre and circus; music; musicals and opera; spoken word; and theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025
1236 shows span many genres of the Fringe programme, including cabaret and variety; children's shows; comedy; dance, physical theatre and circus; music; musicals and opera; spoken word; and theatre.
GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. Extends at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025
The Public Theater will begin previews for GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new works written by playwright Caryl Churchill. The production has been extended! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025
The Public Theater will begin previews for GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new works written by playwright Caryl Churchill. The production has been extended! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
LITTLE BROTHER Comes to Soho Theatre This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025
Soho Theatre has announced its 2025 theatre season, with the world premiere of LITTLE BROTHER by Eoin McAndrew, winner of the 2024 Verity Bargate Award, this October. Tickets are now on sale.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025
Soho Theatre has announced its 2025 theatre season, with the world premiere of LITTLE BROTHER by Eoin McAndrew, winner of the 2024 Verity Bargate Award, this October. Tickets are now on sale.
Photos: GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP Rehearsals at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for The Public Theater’s production of GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for The Public Theater’s production of GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review Roundup: Mike Bartlett's UNICORN Canters Into The West End
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 14, 2025
Unicorn is Mike Bartlett's explicit, funny and provocative new play, directed by James Macdonald, starring Nicola Walker, Stephen Mangan and Erin Doherty. What did the critics think?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 14, 2025
Unicorn is Mike Bartlett's explicit, funny and provocative new play, directed by James Macdonald, starring Nicola Walker, Stephen Mangan and Erin Doherty. What did the critics think?
Review: UNICORN, Garrick Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 14, 2025
You would think that Nicola Walker and Stephen Mangan had had enough of acting roles surrounding marital discord. In Abi Morgan's hugely popular TV series The Split, the pair have been up and down on the rollercoaster of marriage for years. Now reunited on stage, alongside Erin Doherty, for Mike Bartlett's provocative new play, Unicorn, this is a stellar cast, with an excellent writer. So why does it feel rather hollow?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 14, 2025
You would think that Nicola Walker and Stephen Mangan had had enough of acting roles surrounding marital discord. In Abi Morgan's hugely popular TV series The Split, the pair have been up and down on the rollercoaster of marriage for years. Now reunited on stage, alongside Erin Doherty, for Mike Bartlett's provocative new play, Unicorn, this is a stellar cast, with an excellent writer. So why does it feel rather hollow?
Deirdre O'Connell & More to Star in GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP. at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new works written by groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for GLASS. KILL. WHAT IF IF ONLY. IMP., a quartet of inventive new works written by groundbreaking playwright Caryl Churchill and directed by Obie Award winner James Macdonald. Learn more.
Lupita Nyong’o's Brother Junior Will Join Her in Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed additional cast and the production dates ahead of this summer’s production of TWELFTH NIGHT. See who is staring and learn how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed additional cast and the production dates ahead of this summer’s production of TWELFTH NIGHT. See who is staring and learn how to attend.
Royal Shakespeare Company Reveals Summer 2025 Season Featuring THE BFG and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2025
Details have been announced for the RSC's Summer 2025 season and upcoming festive family show, The BFG. Learn more about the full season lineup and how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2025
Details have been announced for the RSC's Summer 2025 season and upcoming festive family show, The BFG. Learn more about the full season lineup and how to get tickets here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has James Macdonald been nominated for?
Direction (Obie Awards) for Love and Information, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Cock and Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Something's Afoot.
What awards has James Macdonald won?
James Macdonald won the Obie Award for Direction for the play Love and Information.
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