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BIO

Joe Allen Restaurant has been nourishing theatergoers and theater professionals for 57 years on W. 46th Street. Starting out, they catered mostly to "chorus kids with bad knees" but quickly became the place where the worlds of theater stars and theatergoers converge. In other words, Joe Allen has defined (and then redefined, and then redefined again) "the theatrical hangout."


Perhaps the restaurant's biggest gift to the theatrical community was turning the terrible indignity of being associated with a failed show into an honor (albeit a dubious one) with its famous "flop wall."

Allen also owned Orso, neighbor to the theatre district hotspot and Bar Centrale, nestled above.

STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Production, 2018
Ensemble

[West End]
West End Original Production, 2013
Mr. Gloop, Oompa DJ [Replacement], Oompa-Loompa [Replacement]

Writing

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Photos: Inside AN EVENING WITH ADRIENNE WARREN at 92NY
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 3, 2026

The 92nd Street Y, New York presented An Evening with Adrienne Warren, a one-night-only event featuring songs from her Tony Award-winning performance as Tina Turner, and more. See photos!
Mischief's THESPIANS Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

HOME Manchester, JPT Productions, and Mercury Theatre Colchester will present THESPIANS, a new production from Mischief, the company behind the hit comedy franchise.
AN EVENING WITH ADRIENNE WARREN is Coming to 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026

The 92nd Street Y, New York will present An Evening with Adrienne Warren, a one-night-only event featuring songs from her Tony Award-winning performance as Tina Turner, musical theater favorites, pop covers and storytelling.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THESPIANS At Mercury Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released for THESPIANS, Mischief’s first musical comedy, ahead of its world premiere at Mercury Theatre Colchester. The new musical by Jonathan Sayer and Ed Zanders reimagines the origins of theatre in Ancient Greece. See photos from inside the rehearsal room.
Full Cast Set for World Premiere of Mischief's THESPIANS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026

The full cast has been announced for THESPIANS, Mischief's first musical comedy, written by Jonathan Sayer and Ed Zanders, set in 534 BC Greece. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Gerrilyn Sohn Will Celebrate Bernadette Peters In New Cabaret Tribute
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

Two-time MAC Award nominee Gerrilyn Sohn pays tribute to national treasure Bernadette Peters, whose extraordinary career spans more than five decades. Learn more here!
Andrew Polec to Perform Golden Age Musicals at North Coast Rep
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026

Oh, What a Beautiful Day- Andrew Polec Sings the Golden Age of Musicals will run March 30 and March 31, 2026 at 7:30pm. Learn more about the upcoming performance and how to get tickets here!
Listen: Adrienne Warren Performs Original Song for THE GRAY HOUSE Soundtrack
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026

Tony winner Adrienne Warren, most recently seen on Broadway in The Last Five Years, is among the performers on the official soundtrack for The Gray House, the new historical series from Prime Video. Listen to the soundtrack now.
FISH OUTTA WATER Comes to Canal Café Theatre in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2026

Following a five-star run at the 2025 Colchester Fringe Festival, Fish Outta Water is heading to the Canal Café Theatre in London for one night only this February. Learn more here!
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Original London Cast Recording Out on CD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

Center Stage Records has announced the release of The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording on CD. The album is also available in streaming and digital formats.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF London Cast Recording to Host Online Listening Party
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

CENTER STAGE RECORDS will host a special online Listening Party for the new album The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording. The event will be hosted by Max Harwood and Samantha Mbolekwa, joined by their fellow original London cast members.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Original London Cast Recording to be Released in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025

CENTER STAGE RECORDS will release The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording in streaming and digital formats. Learn more about the recording here!
THE GLASS MENAGERIE Opens Theatre Wesleyan’s 2025–26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2025

Theatre Wesleyan opens its 2025–26 season with Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie, October 2–12 at the Thad Smotherman Theatre in Fort Worth. Coinciding with the play’s 80th Broadway anniversary, this production features Texas Wesleyan students and faculty in Williams’ seminal memory play about family, illusion, and hope.
Broadway Marquees to be Lit With 'No Casino' Message Ahead of Final Times Square Casino Hearing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025

As the final hearing on a proposed Times Square casino comes this Thursday, the marquees of 14 Broadway theaters, including the Majestic, Palace, Samuel J. Friedman, and the St. James will light up. Learn more.
Poll Shows Majority of Midtown Voters Are Against the Times Sqaure Casino
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

According to a new poll commissioned by the No Times Square Casino Coalition, 67% of registered voters who live in Midtown and on the West Side oppose a proposed Times Square casino.
Zohran Mamdani Signals He Won’t Block Times Square Casino
by Joshua Wright - Aug 21, 2025

Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani said he won’t block casino plans already authorized by New York State. Broadway leaders and community groups continue to oppose a proposed Times Square casino, citing concerns for the theater district.
The Entertainment Community Fund Joins No Times Square Casino Coalition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2025

The Entertainment Community Fund has officially joined the No Times Square Casino Coalition. Learn more about the Fund and about the the casino here.
Broadway Community and Caesars Clash Over Proposed Times Square Casino
by Joshua Wright - Jun 26, 2025

The Broadway community, along with residents and local businesses, rallied yesterday in Father Duffy Square to oppose the development of a casino in Times Square. Real estate developer SL Green is set to officially submit its casino application this week.
Theater Community Will Rally to Oppose Times Square Casino
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025

The theatre community will come together to oppose the development of a Times Square casino, for which real estate developer SL Green will file an official application this week. Join the rally at the red steps in Father Duffy Square at 5pm.
Caesars to Commit $5 Million to LGBTQ+ Health Center if Times Square Casino Bid Is Approved
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025

Caesars Palace Times Square, aiming to bring a casino to 1515 Broadway in Times Square, will commit $5 million to support the Callen-Lorde Community Health Center if the bid is accepted.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joe Allen been in?

Joe Allen has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Joe Allen been in?

Joe Allen has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

What was Joe Allen's first West End show?

Joe Allen's first West End show was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory which opened in 2013

How many shows has Joe Allen written?

Joe Allen has written 1 shows including The Water Coolers (Bookwriter).

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