John O'Farrell
John O'Farrell is a bookwriter whose BroadwayWorld credits include Mrs. Doubtfire, Just For One Day - Old Vic, and Something Rotten!.
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
John O'Farrell, Mrs. Doubtfire
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
John O'Farrell, Something Rotten!
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Book of a Musical
John O'Farrell, Something Rotten!
Videos
VIDEO: Mrs. Doubtfire (Rob McClure) Calls Winners of Mother's Day Contest
by Stephi Wild - 2020-05-10 10:29:05
TV: Watch Rob McClure Perform Two Songs From MRS. DOUBTFIRE at BroadwayCon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-01-24 16:53:28
VIDEO: Watch Rob McClure and Josh Grisetti Perform 'God I Hate Shakespeare' from SOMETHING ROTTEN
by Alan Henry - 2017-11-28 15:49:33
BWW Morning Brief January 27th, 2017: Top Stories You Might Have Missed and More!
by Jessica Khan - 2017-01-27 02:07:29
TV: The Renaissance Hits the Road! Watch Adam Pascal, Rob McClure & More in SOMETHING ROTTEN! on Tour
by TV - On the Road - 2017-01-26 14:41:30
STAGE TUBE: Celebrate the Final Broadway Curtain Call of SOMETHING ROTTEN!
by BWW News Desk - 2017-01-02 11:19:43
STAGE TUBE: SOMETHING ROTTEN Releases Teaser Video for Renaissance Cover of What You Own from RENT
by Ashlee Latimer - 2016-12-31 10:46:58
TV: SOMETHING ROTTEN!'s Right Hand Man, Heidi Blickenstaff, Sings at Stars in the Alley!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-06-08 16:05:16
STAGE TUBE: SOMETHING ROTTEN! Invites Students to Show 'Will Power' in New Sweepstakes
by Stage Tube - 2016-01-11 17:04:31
STAGE TUBE: SOMETHING ROTTEN!'s Brad Oscar Makes Holiday 'Prediction'
by Stage Tube - 2015-12-19 10:58:55
News
Photos: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Brings Broadway Musical Comedy to Calgary
by Rachel Stone - Sep 15, 2026
Broadway Across Canada announced that single tickets for MRS. DOUBTFIRE will go on sale at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. The musical comedy features a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell, with music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 15, 2026
Broadway Across Canada announced that single tickets for MRS. DOUBTFIRE will go on sale at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. The musical comedy features a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell, with music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE to Play Vancouver at Queen Elizabeth Theatre
by Rachel Stone - Sep 14, 2026
Broadway Across Canada announced that single tickets for MRS. DOUBTFIRE will go on sale, with the musical comedy set to run at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 14, 2026
Broadway Across Canada announced that single tickets for MRS. DOUBTFIRE will go on sale, with the musical comedy set to run at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver.
Review Roundup: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Second North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
The second North American tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is now underway. The musical based on the beloved film opened at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. Find out what the critics are saying!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
The second North American tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is now underway. The musical based on the beloved film opened at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. Find out what the critics are saying!
Photos: SOMETHING ROTTEN! IN CONCERT in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024
All new photos have been released of the cast in rehearsals for the UK premiere concert of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN! which plays Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 August. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024
All new photos have been released of the cast in rehearsals for the UK premiere concert of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN! which plays Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 August. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for JUST FOR ONE DAY at The Old Vic
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 3, 2024
The Old Vic has released all-new photos of rehearsals for Live Aid musical, Just For One Day. See all the photos below.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 3, 2024
The Old Vic has released all-new photos of rehearsals for Live Aid musical, Just For One Day. See all the photos below.
Lakewood Theatre Company Presents SOMETHING ROTTEN! This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2023
Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, hugely-popular musical farce, Something Rotten! Two brothers set out to write the world's first musical in this hilarious mash-up of 16th century Shakespeare and 21st century Broadway.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2023
Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, hugely-popular musical farce, Something Rotten! Two brothers set out to write the world's first musical in this hilarious mash-up of 16th century Shakespeare and 21st century Broadway.
SBCC Presents SOMETHING ROTTEN!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2022
The Theatre Group at SBCC is excited to announce the first show of the 2022-23 season will be the exuberant musical, SOMETHING ROTTEN! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick. SOMETHING ROTTEN! will run July 6-23, 2022 in the Garvin Theatre and will be directed by Katie Laris, musical direction by David Potter and choreography by Christina McCarthy.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2022
The Theatre Group at SBCC is excited to announce the first show of the 2022-23 season will be the exuberant musical, SOMETHING ROTTEN! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick. SOMETHING ROTTEN! will run July 6-23, 2022 in the Garvin Theatre and will be directed by Katie Laris, musical direction by David Potter and choreography by Christina McCarthy.
Two World Premieres, SOMETHING ROTTEN, JERSEY BOYS & More Announced for Circuit Playhouse, Inc. 2022-2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2022
Circuit Playhouse, Inc., the organization that includes The Circuit Playhouse, TheatreWorks @ the Square, and Playhouse on the Square will celebrate 55 years of professional live theatre in Memphis’ Performing Arts District – Overton Square.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2022
Circuit Playhouse, Inc., the organization that includes The Circuit Playhouse, TheatreWorks @ the Square, and Playhouse on the Square will celebrate 55 years of professional live theatre in Memphis’ Performing Arts District – Overton Square.
Garden Theatre Announces 2022/23 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2022
At the opening night performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast on April 23, Artistic Director Joseph C. Walsh announced Garden Theatre’s upcoming 15th season. Current subscribers may renew their subscriptions immediately. New subscriptions begin at $96 and go on sale May 24. All single tickets go on sale July 6.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2022
At the opening night performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast on April 23, Artistic Director Joseph C. Walsh announced Garden Theatre’s upcoming 15th season. Current subscribers may renew their subscriptions immediately. New subscriptions begin at $96 and go on sale May 24. All single tickets go on sale July 6.
VIDEO: Watch Rob McClure's Speech at MRS. DOUBTFIRE Curtain Call!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2022
Last night (April 14), Mrs. Doubtfire, the new musical comedy, returned to Broadway at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2022
Last night (April 14), Mrs. Doubtfire, the new musical comedy, returned to Broadway at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St).
Photo: Check Out a New Image of the Cast of MRS. DOUBTFIRE - Resuming Performances Tonight!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2022
Broadway’s Mrs. Doubtfire resumes performances tonight Thursday April 14 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 West 43rd Street).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2022
Broadway’s Mrs. Doubtfire resumes performances tonight Thursday April 14 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 West 43rd Street).
SOMETHING ROTTEN! Comes to Aspire Community Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2022
Aspire Community Theatre, which is mostly known as Aspire to local fans, is a week away from opening the second show of the 2021-2022, Season 5+ season with Something Rotten.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2022
Aspire Community Theatre, which is mostly known as Aspire to local fans, is a week away from opening the second show of the 2021-2022, Season 5+ season with Something Rotten.
PHOTO: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Cast Reunites at the Sondheim Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2022
Mrs. Doubtfire, THE new musical comedy resumes performances on Broadway on Thursday, April 14 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2022
Mrs. Doubtfire, THE new musical comedy resumes performances on Broadway on Thursday, April 14 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St).
MRS. DOUBTFIRE to Record an Original Broadway Cast Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2022
Producer Kevin McCollum announced today that the original Broadway cast of Mrs. Doubtfire will record a cast album this week in New York City. The album will feature the Broadway cast that opened the show on December 5, 2021, including Tony Award nominee Rob McClure as Daniel Hillard, Jenn Gambatese as Miranda Hillard, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2022
Producer Kevin McCollum announced today that the original Broadway cast of Mrs. Doubtfire will record a cast album this week in New York City. The album will feature the Broadway cast that opened the show on December 5, 2021, including Tony Award nominee Rob McClure as Daniel Hillard, Jenn Gambatese as Miranda Hillard, and more.
New Child Cast Members Will Join MRS. DOUBTFIRE When it Returns to Broadway in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2022
Mrs. Doubtfire will welcome new cast members to the company, all making their Broadway debut. Titus Landegger and Tyler Wladis will share the role of Christopher Hillard while Austin Elle Fisher and Ava Gail Prince will share the role of Natalie Hillard. Renée Reid also joins the company as a swing.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2022
Mrs. Doubtfire will welcome new cast members to the company, all making their Broadway debut. Titus Landegger and Tyler Wladis will share the role of Christopher Hillard while Austin Elle Fisher and Ava Gail Prince will share the role of Natalie Hillard. Renée Reid also joins the company as a swing.
The University Of Northern Colorado To Present SOMETHING ROTTEN! The Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2022
Welcome to the Renaissance where 16th century Shakespeare will crash headlong into 21st century Broadway! Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that rock star known as 'The Bard.'
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2022
Welcome to the Renaissance where 16th century Shakespeare will crash headlong into 21st century Broadway! Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that rock star known as 'The Bard.'
North Fort Myers High School Presents SOMETHING ROTTEN!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2022
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom, played by the very talented Alex Leeds and Keith Williams, are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as 'The Bard.' When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world's very first musical.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2022
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom, played by the very talented Alex Leeds and Keith Williams, are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as 'The Bard.' When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world's very first musical.
Photos: Inside Look at 5-Star Theatrical's SOMETHING ROTTEN!
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 5, 2022
5-STAR THEATRICALS present the second show of its 2021-2022 season, with the hilarious love letter to all things musical theatre, SOMETHING ROTTEN!, music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, book by John O'Farrell and Karey Kirkpatrick, choreography by Michelle Elkin and directed by Richard Israel.
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 5, 2022
5-STAR THEATRICALS present the second show of its 2021-2022 season, with the hilarious love letter to all things musical theatre, SOMETHING ROTTEN!, music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, book by John O'Farrell and Karey Kirkpatrick, choreography by Michelle Elkin and directed by Richard Israel.
SOMETHING ROTTEN! Comes to the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Little Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2022
Charleston Light Opera Guild will present the madcap musical comedy Something Rotten! at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Little Theatre on April 29-30 and May 6-8, 13-14, 2022.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2022
Charleston Light Opera Guild will present the madcap musical comedy Something Rotten! at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Little Theatre on April 29-30 and May 6-8, 13-14, 2022.
BWW Interview: Brad Oscar Shares Details About MRS. DOUBTFIRE's Hiatus
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2022
Mrs. Doubtfire, the new musical comedy with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell and music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, directed by Jerry Zaks, is currently taking a hiatus on Broadway from January 10 to March 14, 2022 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St, NYC).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2022
Mrs. Doubtfire, the new musical comedy with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell and music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, directed by Jerry Zaks, is currently taking a hiatus on Broadway from January 10 to March 14, 2022 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St, NYC).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has John O'Farrell written?
John O'Farrell has written 1 shows including Mrs. Doubtfire (Bookwriter).
What awards has John O'Farrell been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mrs. Doubtfire, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Something Rotten! and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Something Rotten!.
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