John Carney
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John Carney is a Dublin-based writer director who came to the world’s attention following the box office hit and critically acclaimed musical feature film Once, which garnered multiple Independent Spirit, Sundance and Raindance awards. Previously, John was a bassist in the Irish rock band the Frames, where he met Glen Hansard. These musical roots continue to be evident in John’s work with his latest production, Can a Song Save Your Life?, heading into production in NYC in 2012. Other upcoming projects include Dogs of Babel for David Heyman and Nathan Kahane starring Steve Carell and a feature adaptation of M.R. James’s Casting the Runes for Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.
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Exclusive Video: Train's Pat Monahan Says BEGIN AGAIN is a 'Fresh Look at Musical Theatre'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-07-21 11:32:08
Video: Watch Sneak Peek of 'Song I Used to Know' From BEGIN AGAIN at the Old Globe
by Stephi Wild - 2026-07-14 09:49:41
Video: Nick Jonas Performs 'How to Write a Song' From POWER BALLAD
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-29 14:40:24
Video: Watch a New Trailer for POWER BALLAD with Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-23 10:31:30
Video: Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Sing in First Trailer for POWER BALLAD
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-11 11:20:37
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-28 10:37:01
Video: Adam Hunter Performs 'Outside' Ahead of SING STREET UK Premiere
by Stephi Wild - 2025-04-24 06:10:13
Video: Watch Joseph Gordon-Levitt in the Trailer for New Movie Musical FLORA & SON From ONCE Creator John Carney
by Michael Major - 2023-08-23 11:13:48
VIDEO: SING STREET Releases Music Video for 'Riddle of the Model'; Announces New Release Date for Cast Recording
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-04-15 13:30:28
VIDEO: Watch the New Music Video for SING STREET's 'Drive It Like You Stole It'
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-03-03 11:25:52
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video for 'Up' from Broadway-Bound SING STREET
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-02-21 10:52:41
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video For 'Falling Slowly' From ONCE Ahead of the UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-11 06:48:37
VIDEO: Amazon Prime Releases Trailer for MODERN LOVE Starring Anne Hathaway, Tina Fey, John Gallagher, Jr., Cristin Milioti, and More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-09-12 14:57:41
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Emma Busse, Patrick Heusinger, Charlotte MacLeod, and More Will Lead BEGIN AGAIN Pre-Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026
The full cast and creative team has been set for the world premiere pre-Broadway engagement of Begin Again at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026
The full cast and creative team has been set for the world premiere pre-Broadway engagement of Begin Again at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego. Learn more here.
Exclusive Video: Train's Pat Monahan Says BEGIN AGAIN is a 'Fresh Look at Musical Theatre'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
The new musical Begin Again is set to play The Old Globe. Ahead of the show's run, BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the behind the scenes process with Pat Monahan of Train, composer and lyricist of Begin Again.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
The new musical Begin Again is set to play The Old Globe. Ahead of the show's run, BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the behind the scenes process with Pat Monahan of Train, composer and lyricist of Begin Again.
POWER BALLAD Movie Sets Physical Media Home Release
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2026
Power Ballad, the new musical film starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd, will arrive on Blu-ray™ (+ DVD + Digital) August 25 from Lionsgate. Check out the special feature lineup now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2026
Power Ballad, the new musical film starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd, will arrive on Blu-ray™ (+ DVD + Digital) August 25 from Lionsgate. Check out the special feature lineup now.
Video: Watch Sneak Peek of 'Song I Used to Know' From BEGIN AGAIN at the Old Globe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
The Old Globe has shared a preview of 'Song I Used to Know' from BEGIN AGAIN, a new musical heading to the Globe stage for a pre-Broadway engagement. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
The Old Globe has shared a preview of 'Song I Used to Know' from BEGIN AGAIN, a new musical heading to the Globe stage for a pre-Broadway engagement. Check out the video here!
POWER BALLAD Movie Sets Premium Home Release
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 22, 2026
Power Ballad, the new musical comedy starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd, will arrive on Premium Digital and Premium Video on Demand beginning Tuesday, June 23, from Lionsgate.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 22, 2026
Power Ballad, the new musical comedy starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd, will arrive on Premium Digital and Premium Video on Demand beginning Tuesday, June 23, from Lionsgate.
The Old Globe Launches Search for San Diego Musicians to Open BEGIN AGAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
The Old Globe is seeking San Diego singers and musicians to perform at Begin Again: San Diego Sessions, a free outdoor community music event tied to the world premiere pre-Broadway engagement of the new musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
The Old Globe is seeking San Diego singers and musicians to perform at Begin Again: San Diego Sessions, a free outdoor community music event tied to the world premiere pre-Broadway engagement of the new musical.
Video: Nick Jonas Performs 'How to Write a Song' From POWER BALLAD
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2026
Power Ballad, the new musical comedy starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd is now playing in select theaters. Check out the offical lyric video for Jonas' version of “How to Write a Song Without You,' the song at the center of the film.
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2026
Power Ballad, the new musical comedy starring Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd is now playing in select theaters. Check out the offical lyric video for Jonas' version of “How to Write a Song Without You,' the song at the center of the film.
Broadway Watch Guide June 2026: HAMILTON Documentary, STOP! THAT! TRAIN! & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 1, 2026
This June, Broadway fans can beat the heat with a slew of new movies, shows, and music, including the movie musical Power Ballad, the disaster comedy Stop! That! Train!, and a new Hamilton documentary is coming to Disney+.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 1, 2026
This June, Broadway fans can beat the heat with a slew of new movies, shows, and music, including the movie musical Power Ballad, the disaster comedy Stop! That! Train!, and a new Hamilton documentary is coming to Disney+.
Review: ONCE, Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - May 28, 2026
Premiering in New York in 2012 and winning eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, Once is now coming to Scotland for the very first time. The original creative team reunite to bring this modern classic to the stage, opening Alan Cumming’s inaugural season as Artistic Director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - May 28, 2026
Premiering in New York in 2012 and winning eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, Once is now coming to Scotland for the very first time. The original creative team reunite to bring this modern classic to the stage, opening Alan Cumming’s inaugural season as Artistic Director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
ONCE Begins Performances at Le Petit Theatre In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Le Petit Theatre in New Orleans will stage ONCE with a cast of 14 actor-musicians performing live onstage, marking the first New Orleans-originated production of the Tony and Academy Award-winning musical.
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Le Petit Theatre in New Orleans will stage ONCE with a cast of 14 actor-musicians performing live onstage, marking the first New Orleans-originated production of the Tony and Academy Award-winning musical.
Photos: Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd Attend New York POWER BALLAD Screening
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026
This week, Power Ballad arrived in New York, with special screening and Q&A events for the new movie. Take a look at photos from the red carpet featuring stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas.
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026
This week, Power Ballad arrived in New York, with special screening and Q&A events for the new movie. Take a look at photos from the red carpet featuring stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas.
POWER BALLAD Soundtrack Featuring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Sets Release
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026
The official soundtrack for the upcoming musical comedy Power Ballad will be released on May 29th and features all the music from the film, including several versions of “How to Write a Song Without You” performed by lead cast Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd.
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026
The official soundtrack for the upcoming musical comedy Power Ballad will be released on May 29th and features all the music from the film, including several versions of “How to Write a Song Without You” performed by lead cast Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Names New CEO and Deputy Artistic Director in 75th Anniversary Year
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced Henry Filloux-Bennett as Chief Executive and Sam Hardie as Deputy Artistic Director, joining Artistic Director Alan Cumming. The theatre also opened its Explorers Garden free to the public to mark its 75th anniversary.
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced Henry Filloux-Bennett as Chief Executive and Sam Hardie as Deputy Artistic Director, joining Artistic Director Alan Cumming. The theatre also opened its Explorers Garden free to the public to mark its 75th anniversary.
ONCE Will Come to Le Petit Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Le Petit Theatre will conclude its 2025-26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical Once. Directed by Conner Wilson, the musical features a book by Enda Walsh and music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Le Petit Theatre will conclude its 2025-26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical Once. Directed by Conner Wilson, the musical features a book by Enda Walsh and music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 24, 2026- THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Opens and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch a New Trailer for POWER BALLAD with Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2026
Watch a new trailer for Power Ballad, the movie musical featuring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas as two feuding musicians. The movie is helmed by Once director John Carney.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2026
Watch a new trailer for Power Ballad, the movie musical featuring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas as two feuding musicians. The movie is helmed by Once director John Carney.
Full Cast Set for ONCE at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced the full cast for ONCE, directed by John Tiffany, starring Dylan Wood and Lydia White alongside nine additional cast members.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
Pitlochry Festival Theatre announced the full cast for ONCE, directed by John Tiffany, starring Dylan Wood and Lydia White alongside nine additional cast members.
Olivia Wilde’s THE INVITE, POWER BALLAD, Among Lineup for 2026 San Francisco International Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026
SFFILM has unveiled the program for the 69th San Francisco International Film Festival, featuring Olivia Wilde's The Invite, Kent Jones' Late Fame, Power Ballad, and more. Take a look at highlights from the lineup here.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026
SFFILM has unveiled the program for the 69th San Francisco International Film Festival, featuring Olivia Wilde's The Invite, Kent Jones' Late Fame, Power Ballad, and more. Take a look at highlights from the lineup here.
Photos: POWER BALLAD Premieres at SXSW with Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 16, 2026
Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd hit the red carpet as Power Ballad made its U.S. premiere at SXSW. See photos from the big night in Austin!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 16, 2026
Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd hit the red carpet as Power Ballad made its U.S. premiere at SXSW. See photos from the big night in Austin!
Lead Cast Announced For ONCE At Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 12, 2026
Directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch and Wild Rose), the uplifting and moving new production will run at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 23 May- 27 June.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 12, 2026
Directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch and Wild Rose), the uplifting and moving new production will run at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 23 May- 27 June.
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John Carney has written 2 shows including Once (Source Material), Sing Street (Composer).
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