James Thurber
Birth Place: Cleveland, OH, USA
Latest News on James Thurber:
Classic American Tales to Present Stories By Alcott And Bierce and More (Aug 18, 2025)
Classic American Tales Brings New Events to Cape May (Aug 2, 2025)
Classic American Tales Brings Solo Shows, Workshop, and Lecture to Cape May (Jul 20, 2025)
Classic American Tales to Present Stories By Alcott And Bierce and More (Aug 18, 2025)
Classic American Tales Brings New Events to Cape May (Aug 2, 2025)
Classic American Tales Brings Solo Shows, Workshop, and Lecture to Cape May (Jul 20, 2025)
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1960 - Special Tony Award
James Thurber, A Thurber Carnival
News
Classic American Tales to Present Stories By Alcott And Bierce and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
From August 21 through August 28, Classic American Tales will present three different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
From August 21 through August 28, Classic American Tales will present three different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library. Learn more!
Classic American Tales Brings New Events to Cape May
by Emmy Rice - Aug 2, 2025
From August 5 through August 14, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present three different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library.
by Emmy Rice - Aug 2, 2025
From August 5 through August 14, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present three different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library.
Classic American Tales Brings Solo Shows, Workshop, and Lecture to Cape May
by Emmy Rice - Jul 20, 2025
From July 24 through August 5, the nonprofit Classic American Tales (CAT) will present four different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library.
by Emmy Rice - Jul 20, 2025
From July 24 through August 5, the nonprofit Classic American Tales (CAT) will present four different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library.
Classic American Tales to Present TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025
From June 12 through October 16, Classic American Tales (CAT) once more will present 'Tales at the Dormer House' in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories by American authors.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025
From June 12 through October 16, Classic American Tales (CAT) once more will present 'Tales at the Dormer House' in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories by American authors.
The 2025 Thurber Prize for American Humor To Be Awarded This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025
The 2025 Thurber Prize for American Humor will return to New York City for a truly exceptional evening of celebration, laughter, and literary achievement on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 54 Below.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025
The 2025 Thurber Prize for American Humor will return to New York City for a truly exceptional evening of celebration, laughter, and literary achievement on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 54 Below.
THE AFRICAN COMPANY PRESENTS RICHARD III Begins At The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company will present Carlyle Brown's The African Company Presents Richard III, based on a true story. Directed by J.L. Reed, running March 8-30, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company will present Carlyle Brown's The African Company Presents Richard III, based on a true story. Directed by J.L. Reed, running March 8-30, 2025.
Mike Bencivenga's TALK OF THE TOWN to Have Staged Reading at The Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024
The Players will present a staged reading of TALK OF THE TOWN by Mike Bencivenga. Part of the Playwrights Take the Stage series, the comedy explores the early days of The New Yorker. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024
The Players will present a staged reading of TALK OF THE TOWN by Mike Bencivenga. Part of the Playwrights Take the Stage series, the comedy explores the early days of The New Yorker. Learn more!
Classic American Tales to Present Christmas Gathering in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024
Classic American Tales is throwing a little party to celebrate a successful 2024 Season and give a peek into the 2025 Season. The Cape May, NJ location will be revealed to attendees who purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024
Classic American Tales is throwing a little party to celebrate a successful 2024 Season and give a peek into the 2025 Season. The Cape May, NJ location will be revealed to attendees who purchase tickets.
Walter Etc. Release 'When The Band Breaks Up Again'
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2023
Walter Etc. have released their new album ‘When The Band Breaks Up Again’ out now through SideOneDummy Records. The band has also released “Happy To Be Here/Something To Someone Somewhere (Live From A Riverbed)”, which can be seen on YouTube now. The songs performed are the two final songs on the album.
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2023
Walter Etc. have released their new album ‘When The Band Breaks Up Again’ out now through SideOneDummy Records. The band has also released “Happy To Be Here/Something To Someone Somewhere (Live From A Riverbed)”, which can be seen on YouTube now. The songs performed are the two final songs on the album.
Walter Etc. Drop New Single 'When The Band Breaks Up Again'
by Michael Major - Jun 14, 2023
DIY heroes, Walter Etc., have announced their signing to SideOneDummy Records and details surrounding their upcoming album ‘When The Band Breaks Up Again.' Produced by Hop Along/Algernon Cadwallader’s Joe Reinhart, the album examines and searches for its own sense of purpose throughout.
by Michael Major - Jun 14, 2023
DIY heroes, Walter Etc., have announced their signing to SideOneDummy Records and details surrounding their upcoming album ‘When The Band Breaks Up Again.' Produced by Hop Along/Algernon Cadwallader’s Joe Reinhart, the album examines and searches for its own sense of purpose throughout.
TALK OF THE TOWN: James Thurber's Years with Ross to Present Two Industry Readings This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023
ALK OF THE TOWN: James Thurber's Years with Ross, a new comedy by Mike Bencivenga will present two industry readings on Tuesday, May 16 at 3pm and 7pm.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023
ALK OF THE TOWN: James Thurber's Years with Ross, a new comedy by Mike Bencivenga will present two industry readings on Tuesday, May 16 at 3pm and 7pm.
Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo & More Join Lucy Simon Video Podcast Series
by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2022
'Celebrating Lucy Simon' will feature never-before-heard stories from Simon herself, as well as from collaborators Judy Collins, Marshall Brickman, Marsha Norman, Victoria Clark, and more. Perfomers include Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo, Daisy Eagan, John Cameron Mitchell, and more. Listen to the first episode now!
by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2022
'Celebrating Lucy Simon' will feature never-before-heard stories from Simon herself, as well as from collaborators Judy Collins, Marshall Brickman, Marsha Norman, Victoria Clark, and more. Perfomers include Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo, Daisy Eagan, John Cameron Mitchell, and more. Listen to the first episode now!
Broadway Composer Lucy Simon Has Passed Away
by BWW Staff - Oct 21, 2022
Musical theatre composer Lucy Simon, best known for The Secret Garden and Doctor Zhivago, has passed away from metastatic breast cancer.
by BWW Staff - Oct 21, 2022
Musical theatre composer Lucy Simon, best known for The Secret Garden and Doctor Zhivago, has passed away from metastatic breast cancer.
Al Hirschfeld Foundation Launches Online Exhibition 'CALL HER MADAM'
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2022
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has launched its latest online exhibition “Call Her Madam: Sex. Crime & Fun in Polly Adler's New York.”
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2022
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has launched its latest online exhibition “Call Her Madam: Sex. Crime & Fun in Polly Adler's New York.”
Centenary Stage Company's Great Authors Out Loud Series Returns with A Staged Reading of THE SEAGULL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2021
Centenary Stage Company's Great Authors Out Loud Series returns with a staged reading of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2021
Centenary Stage Company's Great Authors Out Loud Series returns with a staged reading of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull.
Clifton Duncan, Dion Johnstone, Paul Niebanck, and More to Star in THE AFRICAN COMPANY PRESENTS RICHARD III
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2021
RED BULL THEATER today announced the complete cast for the upcoming benefit reading of The African Company Presents Richard III by Carlyle Brown, directed by Carl Cofield, featuring Clifton Duncan, Edward Gero, Dion Johnstone, Paul Niebanck, Antoinette Robinson, Craig Wallace, and Jessika D. Williams. PLEASE NOTE UPDATED CAST INFORMATION.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2021
RED BULL THEATER today announced the complete cast for the upcoming benefit reading of The African Company Presents Richard III by Carlyle Brown, directed by Carl Cofield, featuring Clifton Duncan, Edward Gero, Dion Johnstone, Paul Niebanck, Antoinette Robinson, Craig Wallace, and Jessika D. Williams. PLEASE NOTE UPDATED CAST INFORMATION.
Clifton Duncan, Edward Gero and More Star in Benefit Reading of THE AFRICAN COMPANY PRESENTS RICHARD III
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2020
RED BULL THEATER today announced that its 2020-21 offerings will continue next month with a benefit reading of The African Company Presents Richard III by Carlyle Brown, directed by Carl Cofield, featuring Clifton Duncan, Edward Gero, Dion Johnstone, Paul Niebanck, Antoinette Robinson, Charlayne Woodard, and more to be announced.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2020
RED BULL THEATER today announced that its 2020-21 offerings will continue next month with a benefit reading of The African Company Presents Richard III by Carlyle Brown, directed by Carl Cofield, featuring Clifton Duncan, Edward Gero, Dion Johnstone, Paul Niebanck, Antoinette Robinson, Charlayne Woodard, and more to be announced.
Norman Rockwell Museum Presents First Major Solo Exhibition For Liza Donnelly
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2020
In the first-ever retrospective exhibition of Liza Donnelly's work, visitors can explore her hand-drawn lines that are a means of examining the way we live our lives, finding common ground, launching political movements, or calling leaders into account.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2020
In the first-ever retrospective exhibition of Liza Donnelly's work, visitors can explore her hand-drawn lines that are a means of examining the way we live our lives, finding common ground, launching political movements, or calling leaders into account.
Wynn Handman, Producer and Acting Teacher, Has Passed Away at 97
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2020
Wynn Handman, the famed New York acting teacher and Artistic Director of The American Place Theatre, died at home April 11, 2020 of Covid-19 related pneumonia. He was 97.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2020
Wynn Handman, the famed New York acting teacher and Artistic Director of The American Place Theatre, died at home April 11, 2020 of Covid-19 related pneumonia. He was 97.
Burgess Meredith's 1960 Special Tony Award For Directing A THURBER CARNIVAL Will Be Auctioned
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2020
Rocky actor Burgess Meredith's Special 1960 Tony Award for Directing a 'Thurber Carnival' will be auctioned by Nate D. Sanders Auctions on January 30, 2020.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2020
Rocky actor Burgess Meredith's Special 1960 Tony Award for Directing a 'Thurber Carnival' will be auctioned by Nate D. Sanders Auctions on January 30, 2020.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has James Thurber written?
James Thurber has written 5 shows including The Male Animal (Playwright), A Thurber Carnival (Sketches), The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (Source Material), The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (Source Material), With Love and Laughter (Material).
What awards has James Thurber been nominated for?
James Thurber has been nominated for a Special Tony Award for his work on the Broadway show "A Thurber Carnival".
What awards has James Thurber won?
James Thurber has won the Special Tony Award (Tony Awards) for his work in the show A Thurber Carnival.
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