Jez Butterworth
Latest News on Jez Butterworth:
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW (Oct 28, 2025)
Interview: Loretta Greco Takes THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA in a New Direction at The Huntington Theatre (Sep 29, 2025)
Photos: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA at The Huntington First Look (Sep 17, 2025)
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW (Oct 28, 2025)
Interview: Loretta Greco Takes THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA in a New Direction at The Huntington Theatre (Sep 29, 2025)
Photos: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA at The Huntington First Look (Sep 17, 2025)
BIO
Jez Butterworth was born in London in 1969. His plays include Mojo (1995), The Night Heron (2002), The Winterling (2006), Parlour Song (2008), Jerusalem (2009), The River (2012), and The Ferryman (2017). His plays have won two Olivier Awards, three Evening Standard Awards, Four Writer's Guild Awards and Three Critics Circle Awards. In 2007 he was given the E.M. Forster Award by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. His screenwriting credits include Fair Game, Get on Up (2014), Edge of Tomorrow (2014), Black Mass (2015), and Spectre (2015).
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Playwright Jez Butterworth, Director Sam Mendes & The Cast of 'The Hills of California' including Laura Donnelly, Lara McDonnell, Helena Wilson, Nicola Turner, Ophelia Lovibond, Sophia Ally, Nancy Allsop, Leanne Best, Bryan Dick, Richard Short, David Wilson Barnes, Richard Lumsden, Ta’Rea Campbell, Sawyer Barth, Ellyn Heald, Cameron Scoggins, Max Roll, Erin Rose Doyle, Sadie Veach, Liz Pearce, Jessica Baglow, Liam Bixbany and Q. Smith
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09/04/2024
From: Photos: The Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Meets the Press
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Awards and Nominations
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Best Play
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Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Play
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Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Play
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Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Comedy
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Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Play
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Evening Standard Awards - 2009 - Best Play
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Olivier Awards - 1996 - Best Comedy
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Evening Standard Awards - 1995 - Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright
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Videos
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-28 10:37:01
Video: James Corden Talks Returning to Broadway in ART, Reflects on Hosting THE LATE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-10 14:49:22
Video: Watch Brian d'Arcy James Sing 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2024-12-02 16:20:28
Exclusive Video: Watch a Scene From THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-01 15:00:35
Video: Cast of THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Explains the Story Behind the Play
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-25 12:42:59
VIDEO: James Corden Stars in Prime Video's THE MAMMALS Series Trailer
by Michael Major - 2022-11-07 09:23:44
Living Room Concerts: Fra Fee Performs 'Not While I'm Around' From SWEENEY TODD
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-15 07:12:41
Tonys TV: Best Play, THE FERRRYMAN's Jez Butterworth and Sonia Friedman
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-10 10:23:05
TV: Brian d'Arcy James, Holley Fain, Emily Bergl & Company Get Ready to Join THE FERRYMAN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-01-18 10:31:00
TV: What's THE FERRYMAN All About? The Broadway Cast Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-10-04 14:29:57
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , Today
by BWW
News Desk - 2018-01-26 01:30:00
VIDEO: First Look - Amazon Premieres Drama Series BRITANNIA , 1/26
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-15 12:25:27
News
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
On The Tonight Show, guest James Corden and host Jimmy Fallon played a game where they were tasked with singing a song from a randomly selected musical. See how each did and who got the most answers right.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
On The Tonight Show, guest James Corden and host Jimmy Fallon played a game where they were tasked with singing a song from a randomly selected musical. See how each did and who got the most answers right.
Interview: Loretta Greco Takes THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA in a New Direction at The Huntington Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - Sep 29, 2025
Since becoming artistic director of The Huntington in July 2022, Loretta Greco has earned a reputation for opening each new season with a splash.
by R. Scott Reedy - Sep 29, 2025
Since becoming artistic director of The Huntington in July 2022, Loretta Greco has earned a reputation for opening each new season with a splash.
Photos: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA at The Huntington First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
The Huntington is presenting The Hills of California, a ferocious and heartwarming drama by Olivier and Tony Award-winning playwright Jez Butterworth and directed by Huntington Artistic Director Loretta Greco. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
The Huntington is presenting The Hills of California, a ferocious and heartwarming drama by Olivier and Tony Award-winning playwright Jez Butterworth and directed by Huntington Artistic Director Loretta Greco. See photos here!
THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA to Have West Coast Premiere at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present the West Coast premiere of The Hills of California — the soaring new drama from internationally acclaimed Olivier and Tony Award–winning playwright Jez Butterworth.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present the West Coast premiere of The Hills of California — the soaring new drama from internationally acclaimed Olivier and Tony Award–winning playwright Jez Butterworth.
Video: James Corden Talks Returning to Broadway in ART
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025
Earlier this week, Tony Award winner James Corden visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss his experience in Yasmina Reza’s acclaimed play Art and look back on his prior work on Broadway and as host of The Late Late Show. Watch the interview now.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025
Earlier this week, Tony Award winner James Corden visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss his experience in Yasmina Reza’s acclaimed play Art and look back on his prior work on Broadway and as host of The Late Late Show. Watch the interview now.
James Corden to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2025
Next week, Tony Award winner James Corden is set to visit Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss the new revival of the award-winning play ART, Corden's first Broadway run since One Man, Two Guvnors in 2012.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2025
Next week, Tony Award winner James Corden is set to visit Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss the new revival of the award-winning play ART, Corden's first Broadway run since One Man, Two Guvnors in 2012.
Meet the Cast of ART, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025
The first-ever Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton, is now in previews. Meet the cast of ART here and learn more about the show's stars!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025
The first-ever Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton, is now in previews. Meet the cast of ART here and learn more about the show's stars!
Tom Sturridge and Brian d’Arcy James Join Michelle Williams in ANNA CHRISTIE
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 26, 2025
St. Ann’s Warehouse has just announced that Tony nominees Tom Sturridge and Brian d’Arcy James have joined the cast of St. Ann’s new production of Eugene O’Neill’s “Anna Christie,” directed by Thomas Kail. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 26, 2025
St. Ann’s Warehouse has just announced that Tony nominees Tom Sturridge and Brian d’Arcy James have joined the cast of St. Ann’s new production of Eugene O’Neill’s “Anna Christie,” directed by Thomas Kail. We have all of the details here!
Cast Set for THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA at The Huntington
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
The Huntington has revealed the cast and creative team of The Hills of California, a ferocious and heartwarming drama by Olivier and Tony Award-winning playwright Jez Butterworth. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
The Huntington has revealed the cast and creative team of The Hills of California, a ferocious and heartwarming drama by Olivier and Tony Award-winning playwright Jez Butterworth. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Roundabout Names Rebecca Habel as New Managing Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has named Executive Producer and General Manager Rebecca Habel as Managing Director. Learn more about Habel and about Roundabout here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has named Executive Producer and General Manager Rebecca Habel as Managing Director. Learn more about Habel and about Roundabout here!
Gen Z Is Willing to Splurge on Broadway Tickets, Study Shows
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 29, 2025
New research reveals that while 72% of Gen Z and Millennials believe Broadway tickets are too expensive, they're significantly overestimating the cost and drastically underestimating the value. When young audiences are shown what actually goes into creating a Broadway production, their perceived value of a ticket more than triples, with many saying they'd be willing to pay over $500. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 29, 2025
New research reveals that while 72% of Gen Z and Millennials believe Broadway tickets are too expensive, they're significantly overestimating the cost and drastically underestimating the value. When young audiences are shown what actually goes into creating a Broadway production, their perceived value of a ticket more than triples, with many saying they'd be willing to pay over $500. We have all of the details here!
Honorees Revealed For the Stage Managers' Association Del Hughes Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management. Learn more here!
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025
Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025
Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Videos You Missed This Week: Prep for Tonys Weekend
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 6, 2025
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! It's Tony Awards weekend! Catch up on all the latest from the week ending June 6, 2025 with videos from Heathers, Hadestown, and more!
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 6, 2025
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! It's Tony Awards weekend! Catch up on all the latest from the week ending June 6, 2025 with videos from Heathers, Hadestown, and more!
Video: Meet the Tony-Nominated Playwrights of 2025
by Joey Mervis - Jun 6, 2025
Nominees for Best Play are: English (Sanaz Toossi), The Hills of California (Jez Butterworth), John Proctor is the Villain (Kimberly Belflower), Oh, Mary! (Cole Escola), and Purpose (Branden Jacobs-Jenkins). Nominees for Best Revival of a Play are: Eureka Day (Jonathan Spector), Romeo + Juliet, Thornton Wilder's Our Town, and Yellow Face (David Henry Hwang). Watch in this video!
by Joey Mervis - Jun 6, 2025
Nominees for Best Play are: English (Sanaz Toossi), The Hills of California (Jez Butterworth), John Proctor is the Villain (Kimberly Belflower), Oh, Mary! (Cole Escola), and Purpose (Branden Jacobs-Jenkins). Nominees for Best Revival of a Play are: Eureka Day (Jonathan Spector), Romeo + Juliet, Thornton Wilder's Our Town, and Yellow Face (David Henry Hwang). Watch in this video!
No Guarantees Productions Takes Over Astor Place Theater, Former Home of BLUE MAN GROUP
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025
Following the closing of Blue Man Group after 34 years, Astor Place Theater is being taken over by No Guarantees Productions. Learn more about what this means for the future of the theater!
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025
Following the closing of Blue Man Group after 34 years, Astor Place Theater is being taken over by No Guarantees Productions. Learn more about what this means for the future of the theater!
Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2025 Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2025
We took a look at which 2025 Tony nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 77 awards. Check out who'll be looking to add even more hardware to their Tony shelf at this year's ceremony.
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2025
We took a look at which 2025 Tony nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 77 awards. Check out who'll be looking to add even more hardware to their Tony shelf at this year's ceremony.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 23, 2025
by - May 23, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 23, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 23, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 23, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Jez Butterworth written?
Jez Butterworth has written 6 shows including Mojo (Playwright), The Night Heron (Playwright), Parlour Song (Playwright), Jerusalem (Playwright), The Ferryman (Royal Court) (Playwright), The Hills of California (Playwright).
What awards has Jez Butterworth been nominated for?
Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Ferryman, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Ferryman, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Jerusalem, Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Parlour Song, Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Jerusalem , Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Jerusalem, Best Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Mojo and Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright (Evening Standard Awards) for Mojo.
What awards has Jez Butterworth won?
Jez Butterworth has won several prestigious awards, including Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Ferryman, Best Play at the Tony Awards for The Ferryman, and Best Play at the Evening Standard Awards for Jerusalem. He also received Best Comedy at the Olivier Awards for Mojo, as well as the Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards for Mojo.
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