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John Bishop

Date of Death: December 20, 2006 (77)

Birth Place: Mansfield, OH

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2022
Vic [Replacement]

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1987]
Director

Writing


Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 1989 - Outstanding New Play

John BishopElmer Gantry

News


Pete Firman Brings TRIKTOK to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre

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

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

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

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.
Comedian Ellie Taylor Adds Extra Dates To Her Brand-New Stand-Up Tour

Ellie Taylor, known for her role in TED LASSO, has announced additional dates for her 2025 tour.
Jonathan Pryce, Michael Sheen & More to Star in WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT @sohoplace

The international hit White Rabbit Red Rabbit challenges a fearless performer to take centre stage with no preparation, no director and no idea what will greet them as they open a sealed envelope and take out the script. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Deaf Creatives Call on Scottish Government to Act Now to Secure Deaf Festival's Future

Deaf creatives and young people have called on Scottish Government and Creative Scotland to guarantee a fair deal for Deaf Arts.
Edinburgh Deaf Festival Returns with Theatre, Cabaret, Comedy and More

Celebrate the vibrant culture and contributions of the Deaf community at the upcoming festival featuring performances, workshops, and interactive events. The programme has been unveiled for the third annual Edinburgh Deaf Festival after surviving a funding crisis that threatened its survival.
Perth Theatre And Concert Hall Announces New Lineup Including HEATHERS THE MUSICAL And More

The new season at Perth Theatre and Concert Hall has something for everyone to discover.
Wolverhampton Grand Launches 130th Anniversary With Original Pantomime Poster From 1894

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre has launched its 130th anniversary celebrations today, 130 years after the foundation stone was laid on 28 June 1894, with the display of the original pantomime poster and programme from its inaugural pantomime, Sinbad the Sailor.
Irvine Welsh and More Added To Latitude Festival

The multi-award-winning Latitude Festival is poised to return to the beautiful Henham Park in Suffolk from July 25th to 28th, 2024. Headliners Duran Duran, Kasabian, Keane, London Grammar, Sara Pascoe, Jo Brand and Judi Love spearhead an eclectic lineup fusing music with the arts.
MC Hammersmith Returns To Edinburgh Fringe With Viral Fame And New Show

West London's leading freestyle gangsta rapper, MC Hammersmith, is set to take the stage at this year's Edinburgh Fringe with his brand new show, 'The MC Stands For Middle Class.'
THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 Comes to Sutter Street Theatre This Week

The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, by John Bishop and directed by Connie Mockenhaupt, will bring its who-done-it to Sutter Steet Theatre!
John Bishop Will Embark on Australian Tour With BACK AT IT

Comedy superstar John Bishop will return to Australia for the first time in over six years with a brand new show Back At It.
Nish Kumar Adds Additional London Date to UK Tour

Nish Kumar – host of The Mash Report and Pod Save the UK – has announced a brand-new live tour of the UK and Ireland for 2024 and has added an additional London date.
Soho Theatre Brings Janine Harouni to Mumbai and Bengaluru This March

Soho Theatre brings Janine Harouni to Mumbai and Bengaluru for her India debut this March. She performs her Edinburgh Comedy Awards-nominated Best Show, Janine Harouni: Man'oushe at NCPA and The Habitat in Mumbai, and at Jagriti in Bengaluru.
Scottish Premiere Of New Dolly Parton Musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN Comes To Glasgow's King's Theatre in October

Here You Come Again will arrive in Glasgow as part of a major UK tour ahead of performances in the West End. The Scottish premiere of this new Dolly Parton musical brings all her biggest hits together for the first time ever in a rollicking and joyful show, fully authorised by Dolly herself.
Ray Bradshaw on DOPPELGINGER

BWW caught up with Ray Bradshaw to chat about taking Doppelginger on a 37-date tour.
Nish Kumar Brings NISH, DON'T KILL MY VIBE to Glasgow in September

Nish Kumar – host of The Mash Report and Pod Save the UK – has announced a brand-new live tour landing at The King’s Theatre, Glasgow in September 2024. Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe is the latest offering from one of the UK’s most thrilling political comedians and tickets are on sale now.
Comedian Nish Kumar Will Embark on Live Tour For 2024

Nish Kumar – host of The Mash Report and Pod Save the UK – has announced a brand-new live tour of the UK and Ireland for 2024. Nish, Don't Kill My Vibe is the latest offering from one of the UK's most thrilling political comedians - the tour will kick off at London's Hackney Empire on the 7th September 2024 and finish in Southend in November 2024. 

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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