John Godber
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Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Comedy
John GodberApril In Paris
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Comedy
John GodberOn The Piste
Olivier Awards - 1985 - Comedy of the Year
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Olivier Awards - 1984 - Comedy of the Year
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THE HIGHWAYMAN to Tour the UK This Autumn, Stopping at Lancaster's The Dukes
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2026
John Godber's award-nominated THE HIGHWAYMAN embarks on a UK autumn tour, bringing its 4-star Yorkshire-set adventure to Lancaster's The Dukes, with original music by Ruby Macintosh and nominations from the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK Awards.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2026
John Godber's award-nominated THE HIGHWAYMAN embarks on a UK autumn tour, bringing its 4-star Yorkshire-set adventure to Lancaster's The Dukes, with original music by Ruby Macintosh and nominations from the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK Awards.
ALADDIN at Parr Hall to Star CORONATION STREET's Steven Arnold and Helen Flanagan
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2026
Coronation Street actors Steven Arnold and Helen Flanagan will lead the cast of ALADDIN at Warrington's Parr Hall, joined by returning entertainer Daniel Dean, this time playing villain Abanazar.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2026
Coronation Street actors Steven Arnold and Helen Flanagan will lead the cast of ALADDIN at Warrington's Parr Hall, joined by returning entertainer Daniel Dean, this time playing villain Abanazar.
JESSE NORTH IS BROKEN To Perform At Edinburgh Fringe
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 14, 2026
Martha Godber's one-woman show JESSE NORTH IS BROKEN, about a 25-year-old carer from Hull, will play The Pleasance at Edinburgh Fringe following a critically acclaimed world premiere at York Theatre Royal.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 14, 2026
Martha Godber's one-woman show JESSE NORTH IS BROKEN, about a 25-year-old carer from Hull, will play The Pleasance at Edinburgh Fringe following a critically acclaimed world premiere at York Theatre Royal.
THE HIGHWAYMAN Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2026
John Godber's THE HIGHWAYMAN, nominated for Best Lead and Supporting Actor at the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK Awards, will tour across nine UK cities in autumn 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2026
John Godber's THE HIGHWAYMAN, nominated for Best Lead and Supporting Actor at the 2025 BroadwayWorld UK Awards, will tour across nine UK cities in autumn 2026.
PUSS IN BOOTS and Five More Christmas Shows Will Come to Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre announced a six-show Christmas programme, headlined by PUSS IN BOOTS, alongside ghost stories, live music, comedy, and a new children's show for under-sixes.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre announced a six-show Christmas programme, headlined by PUSS IN BOOTS, alongside ghost stories, live music, comedy, and a new children's show for under-sixes.
John Godber's TEECHERS Comes To Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
The latest show from the John Godber Company will come to Stephen Joseph Theatre next month. It's the end of term and John Godber's hilarious comedy masterpiece, Teechers, has been reset for post-Covid times.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
The latest show from the John Godber Company will come to Stephen Joseph Theatre next month. It's the end of term and John Godber's hilarious comedy masterpiece, Teechers, has been reset for post-Covid times.
The Society for Theatre Research Book Prize Unveils New Administrators and Judges for 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025
The Society for Theatre Research has announced that Gary Naylor and Kevin Wilson will serve as joint administrators of the 2026 STR Theatre Book Prize, taking over from longtime administrator Howard Loxton.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025
The Society for Theatre Research has announced that Gary Naylor and Kevin Wilson will serve as joint administrators of the 2026 STR Theatre Book Prize, taking over from longtime administrator Howard Loxton.
DO I LOVE YOU? by John Godber to be Presented at Smock Alley Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Four nights only (18-21 March 2026), the Smock Alley Theatre will open its doors to the Irish premiere of Do I Love You?, a dynamic new Northern Soul comedy from the multi-award-winning British playwright John Godber.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Four nights only (18-21 March 2026), the Smock Alley Theatre will open its doors to the Irish premiere of Do I Love You?, a dynamic new Northern Soul comedy from the multi-award-winning British playwright John Godber.
John Godber's BLACK TIE BALL Comes to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025
The latest comedy from John Godber will come to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre next month. In Black Tie Ball, at the SJT in November. Godber turns his laser gaze onto the fundraising ball in all its sophisticated pomp.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025
The latest comedy from John Godber will come to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre next month. In Black Tie Ball, at the SJT in November. Godber turns his laser gaze onto the fundraising ball in all its sophisticated pomp.
Wilton's Music Hall Reveals Spring Season 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Wilton's Music Hall, the world's oldest working Victorian music hall, has announced its 2026 spring season, kicking off the year with a wonderful array of theatre, music and opera.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Wilton's Music Hall, the world's oldest working Victorian music hall, has announced its 2026 spring season, kicking off the year with a wonderful array of theatre, music and opera.
Full Cast Set For The London Première of DO I LOVE YOU?
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Following the success of its UK tour earlier this year, the John Godber Company has announced the return of Do I Love You? for its London première that runs at Wilton's Music Hall in March.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Following the success of its UK tour earlier this year, the John Godber Company has announced the return of Do I Love You? for its London première that runs at Wilton's Music Hall in March.
TEECHERS Will Embark on 2026 UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2025
The John Godber Company has announced the 2026 UK tour of John Godber's much-loved comedy Teechers, a classic of modern British theatre that remains as fresh and relevant today as when it was first written.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2025
The John Godber Company has announced the 2026 UK tour of John Godber's much-loved comedy Teechers, a classic of modern British theatre that remains as fresh and relevant today as when it was first written.
The John Godber Company Reveals Autumn/Winter Season 25/26
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2025
Nationally touring theatre company The John Godber Company has announced its autumn and winter lineup with a season of theatrical work, combining new writing with classics.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2025
Nationally touring theatre company The John Godber Company has announced its autumn and winter lineup with a season of theatrical work, combining new writing with classics.
New Shows Set For 2025 And 2026 At Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
Five new visiting shows have been revealed for upcoming Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre programming, including Alas Poor Fred/The disguises of Arlecchino, and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
Five new visiting shows have been revealed for upcoming Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre programming, including Alas Poor Fred/The disguises of Arlecchino, and more!
Cast Set for 70th Birthday Celebrations at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the SJT’s 70th Birthday Party, hosted by Laura Doddington in July. Learn more about this upcoming event and how to attend here.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2025
The full cast has been announced for the SJT’s 70th Birthday Party, hosted by Laura Doddington in July. Learn more about this upcoming event and how to attend here.
The John Godber Company Will Embark on Tour With John Godber's BLACK TIE BALL
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025
Touring theatre company The John Godber Company have announced that their autumn tour this year will be 'Black Tie Ball' written and directed by John Godber.
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025
Touring theatre company The John Godber Company have announced that their autumn tour this year will be 'Black Tie Ball' written and directed by John Godber.
John Godber's DO I LOVE YOU? Returns to the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2025
John Godber’s celebration of Northern Soul, which played to full houses when it toured to the Stephen Joseph Theatre last year, returns next month for a limited run. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2025
John Godber’s celebration of Northern Soul, which played to full houses when it toured to the Stephen Joseph Theatre last year, returns next month for a limited run. Learn more here!
DAD'S ARMY RADIO SHOW and BLACK TIE BALL Come to the Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
Two new shows have been added to the 2025 programme at the Stephen Joseph Theatre. Dad’s Army Radio Show can be seen at the Scarborough theatre in June, while John Godber’s Black Tie Ball will be in November.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
Two new shows have been added to the 2025 programme at the Stephen Joseph Theatre. Dad’s Army Radio Show can be seen at the Scarborough theatre in June, while John Godber’s Black Tie Ball will be in November.
THE HIGHWAYMAN Will Return to Two Venues This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025
This summer, internationally playwright John Godber is bringing the play 'The Highwayman' to two venues: the beautiful Shakespeare North Playhouse, and the historic Theatre Royal Wakefield, for eight exclusive performances.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025
This summer, internationally playwright John Godber is bringing the play 'The Highwayman' to two venues: the beautiful Shakespeare North Playhouse, and the historic Theatre Royal Wakefield, for eight exclusive performances.
Cast Set For LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST (MORE OR LESS) at Stephen Joseph Theatre and Shakespeare North Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
The cast has been announced for a new adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Love’s Labour’s Lost (more or less) – a co-production between Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre and Prescot’s Shakespeare North Playhouse for spring 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
The cast has been announced for a new adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Love’s Labour’s Lost (more or less) – a co-production between Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre and Prescot’s Shakespeare North Playhouse for spring 2025.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Godber been in?
John Godber has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has John Godber been in?
John Godber has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was John Godber's first West End show?
John Godber's first West End show was The Scary Bikers which opened in 2019
What awards has John Godber been nominated for?
Best Comedy (Olivier Awards) for April In Paris, Best Comedy (Olivier Awards) for On The Piste, Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Bouncers and Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Up 'N' Under.
What awards has John Godber won?
John Godber has won several awards throughout his career. He received the prestigious Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Comedy. Additionally, he has been honored with the Writers' Guild of Great Britain Award for Best Play and the British Theatre Awards for Best Playwright. His work has also earned him nominations for various other awards, reflecting his significant contributions to theatre. These accolades highlight his talent and influence in the world of drama.
How many shows has John Godber written?
John Godber has written 2 shows including Bouncers (Playwright), The Scary Bikers (Playwright).
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