John MacFarlane
Latest News on John MacFarlane:
MANON, CARMEN, & More Among Royal Ballet and Opera 2026/27 Cinema Season (May 27, 2026)
London City Ballet Will Embark On 17-Venue 2026 Tour Across Five Countries (Apr 29, 2026)
The Dallas Opera Offers Free Streaming of Recent Productions This Summer (Apr 23, 2026)
MANON, CARMEN, & More Among Royal Ballet and Opera 2026/27 Cinema Season (May 27, 2026)
London City Ballet Will Embark On 17-Venue 2026 Tour Across Five Countries (Apr 29, 2026)
The Dallas Opera Offers Free Streaming of Recent Productions This Summer (Apr 23, 2026)
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Achievement in Opera
John MacFarlanePeter Grimes and Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk
Olivier Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Achievement in Dance
John MacfarlaneThe Nutcracker
Videos
Video: Go Behind The Scenes Of ELEKTRA's Load-in Time at The Dallas Opera
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-02 15:02:59
VIDEO: Eric Einhorn Discussing the Production of HANSEL & GRETEL
by Alan Henry - 2023-02-03 15:39:45
VIDEO: Trailer For SWAN LAKE At The Royal Opera House This Spring
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-28 15:05:03
VIDEO: First Look at DER FLIEGENDE HOLLANDER at The Metropolitan Opera
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-02-28 19:56:55
News
MANON, CARMEN, & More Among Royal Ballet and Opera 2026/27 Cinema Season
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2026
The Royal Ballet and Opera have unveiled their programme of cinema screenings throughout the 2026/27 Season, including beloved favourites, and new productions.
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2026
The Royal Ballet and Opera have unveiled their programme of cinema screenings throughout the 2026/27 Season, including beloved favourites, and new productions.
London City Ballet Will Embark On 17-Venue 2026 Tour Across Five Countries
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
LONDON CITY BALLET announced its third season tour, visiting 17 venues across the UK, USA, and Europe, with an expanded company of 18 dancers and guest artist Alina Cojocaru.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
LONDON CITY BALLET announced its third season tour, visiting 17 venues across the UK, USA, and Europe, with an expanded company of 18 dancers and guest artist Alina Cojocaru.
The Dallas Opera Offers Free Streaming of Recent Productions This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
The Dallas Opera (TDO) will release select operas from past seasons for free, on-demand viewing via its YouTube channel. Productions were recorded live at the Winspear Opera House, and each will be available for one month from May through August 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
The Dallas Opera (TDO) will release select operas from past seasons for free, on-demand viewing via its YouTube channel. Productions were recorded live at the Winspear Opera House, and each will be available for one month from May through August 2026.
Photos: Inside TDF's 2026 Costumes & Cocktails Party
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2026
Theatre Development Fund hosted its second annual Costumes & Cocktails party at TAO Downtown. The fabulous event celebrated TDF’s iconic Costume Collection, an archive of more than 100,000 pieces of theatre costume lore that serves as a vital resource to designers across the country – from amateur theatre productions to “SNL” – and keeps clothing out of landfills.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2026
Theatre Development Fund hosted its second annual Costumes & Cocktails party at TAO Downtown. The fabulous event celebrated TDF’s iconic Costume Collection, an archive of more than 100,000 pieces of theatre costume lore that serves as a vital resource to designers across the country – from amateur theatre productions to “SNL” – and keeps clothing out of landfills.
Review: GISELLE, Royal Ballet And Opera
by Matthew Paluch - Feb 16, 2026
Giselle is a difficult ballet to get right. The balance between the “reality” of Act 1 and the Gothic otherworldlyness of Act 2 can be extremely hard to find, and the responsibility falls on all those involved.
by Matthew Paluch - Feb 16, 2026
Giselle is a difficult ballet to get right. The balance between the “reality” of Act 1 and the Gothic otherworldlyness of Act 2 can be extremely hard to find, and the responsibility falls on all those involved.
FIREBIRD, UK Premieres and More Set for London City Ballet 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
London City Ballet, under the direction of Christopher Marney, unveiled its 2026 season repertoire and initial tour dates, featuring classic and contemporary performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
London City Ballet, under the direction of Christopher Marney, unveiled its 2026 season repertoire and initial tour dates, featuring classic and contemporary performances.
Paul Tazewell and More to be Honored at TDF's Second Annual COSTUMES & COCKTAILS Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
TDF will present the return of Costumes & Cocktails, a glamorous party and benefit celebrating its exceptional Costume Collection. The event will honor Paul
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
TDF will present the return of Costumes & Cocktails, a glamorous party and benefit celebrating its exceptional Costume Collection. The event will honor Paul
Review: THE NUTCRACKER, Birmingham Hippodrome
by Laura Lott - Nov 24, 2025
Falling snow, a rapidly-growing Christmas tree and an army of sword-fighting rats: it can only be Sir Peter Wright's The Nutcracker. Birmingham Royal Ballet's opulent, charming and whimsical production returns to Birmingham Hippodrome - where Wright's version received its premier in 1990 - and brings with it a host of magical moments.
by Laura Lott - Nov 24, 2025
Falling snow, a rapidly-growing Christmas tree and an army of sword-fighting rats: it can only be Sir Peter Wright's The Nutcracker. Birmingham Royal Ballet's opulent, charming and whimsical production returns to Birmingham Hippodrome - where Wright's version received its premier in 1990 - and brings with it a host of magical moments.
Birmingham Royal Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER Comes to Birmingham Hippodrome and The Royal Albert Hall
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025
This Christmas, Birmingham Royal Ballet will present two beloved productions of The Nutcracker in both Birmingham and London. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025
This Christmas, Birmingham Royal Ballet will present two beloved productions of The Nutcracker in both Birmingham and London. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Review: THE MAGIC FLUTE, Royal Ballet and Opera
by Gary Naylor - Oct 13, 2025
Technically unsurpassed, but is there a chill where its soul should be?
by Gary Naylor - Oct 13, 2025
Technically unsurpassed, but is there a chill where its soul should be?
San Francisco Ballet to Present FRANKENSTEIN Contemporary Ballet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025
The world-renowned San Francisco Ballet will give 16 performances of internationally lauded American composer Lowell Liebermann's Frankenstein, Op. 130, Ballet in 3 Acts. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025
The world-renowned San Francisco Ballet will give 16 performances of internationally lauded American composer Lowell Liebermann's Frankenstein, Op. 130, Ballet in 3 Acts. Learn more!
Review: CINDERELLA, Birmingham Hippodrome
by Vikki Jane Vile - Feb 21, 2025
Sir David Bintley’s 2010 production of Cinderella has been long overdue an outing, and based on Wednesday’s opening night at Birmingham Hippodrome it is worth the wait. Thanks to Birmingham Royal Ballet’s fundraising efforts, the work now returns refreshed with restored costumes and a dazzling cast, and the result is a magical and sumptuous evening of dance with just the right dash of humour.
by Vikki Jane Vile - Feb 21, 2025
Sir David Bintley’s 2010 production of Cinderella has been long overdue an outing, and based on Wednesday’s opening night at Birmingham Hippodrome it is worth the wait. Thanks to Birmingham Royal Ballet’s fundraising efforts, the work now returns refreshed with restored costumes and a dazzling cast, and the result is a magical and sumptuous evening of dance with just the right dash of humour.
Puccini's TOSCA Continues The Met: Live In HD Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2024
Experience Puccini's TOSCA live from the Met Opera on November 23. Part of the Met: Live in HD series, this performance brings the dramatic opera to audiences worldwide.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2024
Experience Puccini's TOSCA live from the Met Opera on November 23. Part of the Met: Live in HD series, this performance brings the dramatic opera to audiences worldwide.
Puccini's TOSCA to Return to The Metropolitan Opera This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2024
Soprano Lise Davidsen will sing her first Tosca at the Metropolitan Opera, opposite tenor Freddie De Tommaso, who will make his Met debut, as David McVicar’s production of Puccini’s Tosca returns to the Met. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2024
Soprano Lise Davidsen will sing her first Tosca at the Metropolitan Opera, opposite tenor Freddie De Tommaso, who will make his Met debut, as David McVicar’s production of Puccini’s Tosca returns to the Met. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: SWAN LAKE, Royal Opera House
by Vikki Jane Vile - Mar 8, 2024
If you came for anything other than wall-to-wall superlatives for the Royal Ballet’s A-team and Liam Scarlett’s superior production of Swan Lake then you’ll be disappointed with this review, because yet again, for the fourth time in six years, ballet heaven is delivered with a side of perfection. It may be programmed regularly but on this showing it’s little wonder why.
by Vikki Jane Vile - Mar 8, 2024
If you came for anything other than wall-to-wall superlatives for the Royal Ballet’s A-team and Liam Scarlett’s superior production of Swan Lake then you’ll be disappointed with this review, because yet again, for the fourth time in six years, ballet heaven is delivered with a side of perfection. It may be programmed regularly but on this showing it’s little wonder why.
Video: Go Behind The Scenes Of ELEKTRA's Load-in Time at The Dallas Opera
by Joshua Wright - Feb 2, 2024
Witness the epic transformation of the Winspear Opera House as we load in Strauss’ ‘Elektra’ set in this mesmerizing time-lapse.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 2, 2024
Witness the epic transformation of the Winspear Opera House as we load in Strauss’ ‘Elektra’ set in this mesmerizing time-lapse.
The Royal Ballet's SWAN LAKE Returns to the Royal Opera House
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2024
This Spring, The Royal Ballet's sumptuous production of Swan Lake returns to the Royal Opera House's Main Stage. Opening in Spring and returning in Summer, the production remains to this day one of the best-loved works in the classical ballet canon, demanding delicacy, grace, and strong, virtuosic technique from the dancers that take on its central roles.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2024
This Spring, The Royal Ballet's sumptuous production of Swan Lake returns to the Royal Opera House's Main Stage. Opening in Spring and returning in Summer, the production remains to this day one of the best-loved works in the classical ballet canon, demanding delicacy, grace, and strong, virtuosic technique from the dancers that take on its central roles.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Will Premiere Lowell Liebermann's Flute Concerto No. 2 in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2024
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, led by the charismatic Finnish conductor Susanna Mälkki, will perform the world premiere of GRAMMY Award-nominated American composer Lowell Liebermann's Flute Concerto No. 2 on March 21, 2024 at Symphony Center.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2024
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, led by the charismatic Finnish conductor Susanna Mälkki, will perform the world premiere of GRAMMY Award-nominated American composer Lowell Liebermann's Flute Concerto No. 2 on March 21, 2024 at Symphony Center.
Joffrey Ballet to Present STUDIES IN BLUE in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2023
The Joffrey Ballet presents 'Studies in Blue' with original works by Liam Scarlett, Andrew McNicol, and a world premiere by Stina Quagebeur from February 15-25, 2024.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2023
The Joffrey Ballet presents 'Studies in Blue' with original works by Liam Scarlett, Andrew McNicol, and a world premiere by Stina Quagebeur from February 15-25, 2024.
Distinguished Composer Lowell Liebermann To Curate 'Thornwillow Concerts At Calvary' In Newburgh
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2023
Distinguished Composer Lowell Liebermann curates Thornwillow Concerts At Calvary in Newburgh, NY. GRAMMY-Award winning organist Paul Jacobs performs on the newly restored historic Skinner Pipe Organ at Calvary Presbyterian Church on November 4, 2023.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2023
Distinguished Composer Lowell Liebermann curates Thornwillow Concerts At Calvary in Newburgh, NY. GRAMMY-Award winning organist Paul Jacobs performs on the newly restored historic Skinner Pipe Organ at Calvary Presbyterian Church on November 4, 2023.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John MacFarlane been in?
John MacFarlane has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has John MacFarlane been in?
John MacFarlane has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has John MacFarlane been nominated for?
Outstanding Achievement in Opera (Olivier Awards) for Peter Grimes and Lady Macbeth Of Mtsensk and Outstanding Achievement in Dance (Olivier Awards) for The Nutcracker.
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