John Bishop
Birth Place: Mansfield, OH
Latest News on John Bishop:
Nish Kumar Will Embark on New Tour For 2026 (Jan 27, 2026)
Review: THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at Wichita Community Theatre (Jan 26, 2026)
Sir Lenny Henry to Perform at the Latitude Festival's 20th Anniversary (Jan 23, 2026)
Nish Kumar Will Embark on New Tour For 2026 (Jan 27, 2026)
Review: THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at Wichita Community Theatre (Jan 26, 2026)
Sir Lenny Henry to Perform at the Latitude Festival's 20th Anniversary (Jan 23, 2026)
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Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 1989 - Outstanding New Play
John BishopElmer Gantry
Videos
VIDEO: Get a First Listen of Ian McKellen in WHODUNNIT (UNREHEARSED); Additional Casting Announced!
by Stephi Wild - 2019-05-30 05:36:39
VIDEO: WGN America Releases Premiere Date and First Trailer for GONE
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-01-16 13:06:42
STAGE TUBE: Signature Unveils ELMER GANTRY Music Videos - 'On The Road' and 'Between Trains'
by Stage Tube - 2014-10-01 16:37:44
News
Nish Kumar Will Embark on New Tour For 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Following the success of Nish Kumar's 2024/25 worldwide tour, the award-winning comedian is back with a brand-new show, Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy, for 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Following the success of Nish Kumar's 2024/25 worldwide tour, the award-winning comedian is back with a brand-new show, Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy, for 2026.
Review: THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at Wichita Community Theatre
by John Dalton-White - Jan 26, 2026
THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at Wichita Community Theatre will have audiences laughing through the evening
by John Dalton-White - Jan 26, 2026
THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at Wichita Community Theatre will have audiences laughing through the evening
Sir Lenny Henry to Perform at the Latitude Festival's 20th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Klarna presents Latitude Festival has revealed Sir Lenny Henry for an exclusive UK music festival performance as part of its landmark 20th anniversary comedy lineup.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Klarna presents Latitude Festival has revealed Sir Lenny Henry for an exclusive UK music festival performance as part of its landmark 20th anniversary comedy lineup.
Review: THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 at Hale Centre Theatre is Masterfully Monochromatic
by Tyler Hinton - Sep 15, 2025
THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 on Hale Centre Theatre’s Jewel Box Stage is a masterful visual and thematic recreation of black-and-white detective films and screwball comedies. It legitimately appears to the audience as if they are watching a black-and-white movie live and in person.
by Tyler Hinton - Sep 15, 2025
THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 on Hale Centre Theatre’s Jewel Box Stage is a masterful visual and thematic recreation of black-and-white detective films and screwball comedies. It legitimately appears to the audience as if they are watching a black-and-white movie live and in person.
Alex Borstein, Janeane Garofalo and More to Perform at The Den Theatre in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025
The Den Theatre today announced upcoming October 2025 shows at the theatre's Wicker Park stages, including Alex Borstein, Janeane Garofalo and more. See the full lineup here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025
The Den Theatre today announced upcoming October 2025 shows at the theatre's Wicker Park stages, including Alex Borstein, Janeane Garofalo and more. See the full lineup here!
JUST FOR LAUGHS SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL Returns with Star-Studded 13th Edition This November
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
Just For Laughs Sydney will return this November for its 13th edition, presenting a blockbuster lineup of international stars and Australian comedy favourites. Running across multiple venues and arenas, the festival will once again feature the world’s top comedic talent alongside standout local acts.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
Just For Laughs Sydney will return this November for its 13th edition, presenting a blockbuster lineup of international stars and Australian comedy favourites. Running across multiple venues and arenas, the festival will once again feature the world’s top comedic talent alongside standout local acts.
St. Bart's Players to Bring THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 to the Stage
by Emmy Rice - Jun 8, 2025
To launch its 98th season, the St. Bart's Players have announced their production of hilarious play, The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 by John Bishop. The show runs for seven performances from June 17-22, at a beautiful new downtown venue: The 14Y Theater at 14th Street and 1st Ave, NY, NY.
by Emmy Rice - Jun 8, 2025
To launch its 98th season, the St. Bart's Players have announced their production of hilarious play, The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 by John Bishop. The show runs for seven performances from June 17-22, at a beautiful new downtown venue: The 14Y Theater at 14th Street and 1st Ave, NY, NY.
Comedian Janine Harouni to Present Soho Theatre Run And 2026 UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025
Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Janine Harouni will be bringing her new show ‘This Is What You Waited For' - which she is to debut at this year's Edinburgh Fringe – to London for a two-week run at Soho Theatre. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025
Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Janine Harouni will be bringing her new show ‘This Is What You Waited For' - which she is to debut at this year's Edinburgh Fringe – to London for a two-week run at Soho Theatre. Learn more!
Janine Harouni Returns To The Edinburgh Fringe With New Show
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2025
2023 Best Show nominee Janine Harouni is returning to this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe with her brand-new hour ‘Janine Harouni: This Is What You Waited For'. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2025
2023 Best Show nominee Janine Harouni is returning to this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe with her brand-new hour ‘Janine Harouni: This Is What You Waited For'. Learn more here!
Comedian Ray Bradshaw Adds New Show For 2026
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
Award-winning comedian Ray Bradshaw is preparing to embark on a tour of the UK in 2026 with brand-new show ‘CODA'. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
Award-winning comedian Ray Bradshaw is preparing to embark on a tour of the UK in 2026 with brand-new show ‘CODA'. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Festival Theatre Backstage Tours On Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025
Festival Theatre is opening its doors this April to theatre aficionados, history lovers, and those eager to get a glimpse behind the curtain of Adelaide's arts and culture scene, with guided tours now on sale.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025
Festival Theatre is opening its doors this April to theatre aficionados, history lovers, and those eager to get a glimpse behind the curtain of Adelaide's arts and culture scene, with guided tours now on sale.
Australian Youth Orchestra Summer Music Festival Set For January 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 31, 2024
The Australian Youth Orchestra will transform Adelaide/Kaurna Country into a hub of orchestral excellence with its Summer Music Festival, showcasing 250 of the nation's most promising young classical musicians aged 12-26.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 31, 2024
The Australian Youth Orchestra will transform Adelaide/Kaurna Country into a hub of orchestral excellence with its Summer Music Festival, showcasing 250 of the nation's most promising young classical musicians aged 12-26.
Meow Meow To Star In IT'S COME TO THIS At Soho Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024
International singing sensation and purr-fect post-pandemic, post-post-modern Superstar Meow Meow has announcef a limited run of her show It's Come To This at Soho Theatre in May 2025, following her critically acclaimed global takeover.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024
International singing sensation and purr-fect post-pandemic, post-post-modern Superstar Meow Meow has announcef a limited run of her show It's Come To This at Soho Theatre in May 2025, following her critically acclaimed global takeover.
Pete Firman Will Embark On New Tour TRICKS & GIGGLES in 2025/26
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024
Award winning comedian and magician Pete Firman is embarking on a tour for 2025 and 2026 with brand new show ‘Tricks & Giggles'. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024
Award winning comedian and magician Pete Firman is embarking on a tour for 2025 and 2026 with brand new show ‘Tricks & Giggles'. Learn more about the show here!
Janine Harouni Brings US Stage Premiere Of MAN'OUSHE To New York
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2024
Janine Harouni brings the US stage premiere of MAN’OUSHE to New York, directed by Emmy winners Adam Brace and Jon Brittain.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2024
Janine Harouni brings the US stage premiere of MAN’OUSHE to New York, directed by Emmy winners Adam Brace and Jon Brittain.
Underbelly Boulevard Soho Reveals Autumn/Winter Programming
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024
Underbelly will welcome in the second year of Underbelly Boulevard Soho with the announcement of their upcoming programming slate. Learn more about the upcoming shows and events here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024
Underbelly will welcome in the second year of Underbelly Boulevard Soho with the announcement of their upcoming programming slate. Learn more about the upcoming shows and events here!
Pete Firman Brings TRIKTOK to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2024
Award-winning comedy magician Pete Firman is taking his ‘triks’ back on the road in 2024 with his show TrikTok.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2024
Award-winning comedy magician Pete Firman is taking his ‘triks’ back on the road in 2024 with his show TrikTok.
Ignacio Lopez Will Embark on UK Tour in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2024
Ignacio Lopez will embark on his biggest ever tour, taking his new stand up show Señor Self-Destruct to 40 venues around the UK between January and May 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2024
Ignacio Lopez will embark on his biggest ever tour, taking his new stand up show Señor Self-Destruct to 40 venues around the UK between January and May 2025.
Further Performances Added For WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT at @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024
Further performances announced for WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Nassim Soleimanpour. The award-winning international hit continues to captivate audiences with its unique theatrical experience.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024
Further performances announced for WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Nassim Soleimanpour. The award-winning international hit continues to captivate audiences with its unique theatrical experience.
Nina Conti Brings WHO'S FACE IS IT ANYWAY? to the Apollo Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024
Following countless five star reviews at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, virtuoso ventriloquist, BAFTA nominee and British Comedy Award winner Nina Conti is to bring her spectacular brand-new live show ‘Whose Face Is It Anyway?’ to London’s West End this Christmas.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024
Following countless five star reviews at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, virtuoso ventriloquist, BAFTA nominee and British Comedy Award winner Nina Conti is to bring her spectacular brand-new live show ‘Whose Face Is It Anyway?’ to London’s West End this Christmas.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has John Bishop written?
John Bishop has written 2 shows including The Trip Back Down (Playwright), The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 (Playwright).
What awards has John Bishop been nominated for?
John Bishop has been nominated for the Outstanding New Play category at the Helen Hayes Awards for his work on the show Elmer Gantry.
How many Broadway shows has John Bishop been in?
John Bishop has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has John Bishop been in?
John Bishop has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was John Bishop's first West End show?
John Bishop's first West End show was Mother Goose - Duke of York's Theatre which opened in 2022
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