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John Patrick Shanley

Birth Place: Bronx, NY, USA

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BIO

Shanley is an American playwright, screenwriter, and director. He won the 1988 Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for the film Moonstruck. His play, Doubt: A Parable, won the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 2005 Tony Award for Best Play; he wrote and directed the film adaptation and earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.

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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Off-Broadway, 2012]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2001]
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[Off-Broadway, 2001]
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[Off-Broadway, 1993]
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[Off-Broadway, 1993]
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[Off-Broadway, 1991]
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[Off-Broadway, 1990]
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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Play

John Patrick Shanley, Outside Mullingar

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Play

John Patrick Shanley, Outside Mullingar


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The Lortels - 2006 - Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee

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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Play

John Patrick Shanley, Doubt


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Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding New Play

John Patrick Shanley, Doubt


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Best Play

John Patrick Shanley, Doubt


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The Pulitzer Prize - 2005 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

John Patrick Shanley, Doubt


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Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Play

John Patrick Shanley, Doubt


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The Pulitzer Prize - 1954 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

John Patrick, The Teahouse of the August Moon


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Tony Awards - 1954 - Best Play

John Patrick, The Teahouse of the August Moon

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A DREAM BEYOND THIS PAIN to be Presented at Attention Theatre! Photo
A DREAM BEYOND THIS PAIN to be Presented at Attention Theatre!

ATTENTION THEATRE! is presenting the premiere performances of A Dream Beyond This Pain, a drama about the Freedman and Mathews families on Long Island holding on to their American Dream through the tumultuous years since 2010.
Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens Photo
Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens

Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Announced for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada The Photo
Full Cast Announced for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre

LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment announced the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble ready to bring the classic musical to life.
Molly Chiffer Joins Cast Of SIMON SAYS At Larcom Theatre Photo
Molly Chiffer Joins Cast Of SIMON SAYS At Larcom Theatre

Molly Chiffer has joined the cast of SIMON SAYS at the Larcom Theatre in Beverly, Mass., from Oct. 16 to 27. The play, written by Mat Shaffer, explores a murder mystery during a seance.
New Village Arts Presents THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Photo
New Village Arts Presents THE THANKSGIVING PLAY

New Village Arts has announced THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, the production runs from November 10 to December 3.
All the Broadway Connections to Marvel's AGATHA ALL ALONG Photo
All the Broadway Connections to Marvel's AGATHA ALL ALONG

Starring bonafide Broadway legend Patti LuPone along with new music from Frozen songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, learn about all of the Broadway connections to Agatha All Along.
Broadway Streaming Guide: September 2024 - Where to Watch AGATHA ALL ALONG & More Photo
Broadway Streaming Guide: September 2024 - Where to Watch AGATHA ALL ALONG & More

This September, ring in the chilly months with debuts of new shows and returning favorites! Celebrate the beginning of spooky season with Agatha All Along, the musical follow-up to WandaVision starring Patti LuPone or revisit film adaptations of Broadway shows like In the Heights and Doubt.
Eastbound Theatre to Present Shanley's OUTSIDE MULLINGAR This Fall Photo
Eastbound Theatre to Present Shanley's OUTSIDE MULLINGAR This Fall

Eastbound Theatre will present Outside Mullingar, a romantic comedy by John Patrick Shanley, opening its 30th anniversary season this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Ronnie Marmo Will Direct World Premiere of BROOKLYN'S WAY in Los Angeles Photo
Ronnie Marmo Will Direct World Premiere of BROOKLYN'S WAY in Los Angeles

Ronnie Marmo will direct the world premiere of Brooklyn’s Way, the latest production by critically acclaimed playwright Sam Henry Kass.  The emotionally charged drama will open September 7, 2024, at Theatre 68 Arts Complex.
BWW Q&A: Freddie Ashley on CABARET at Actor's Express Theatre Photo
BWW Q&A: Freddie Ashley on CABARET at Actor's Express Theatre

Actor’s Express transforms into the Kit Kat Club, a decadent hotspot in anything-goes 1929 Berlin. An idealistic young American meets an eclectic circle of Berliners, most notably Sally Bowles, the outrageous chanteuse determined to keep the party going at all costs.
Laurizarry Presents OPEN By Jaixa Irizarry In August Photo
Laurizarry Presents OPEN By Jaixa Irizarry In August

Catch the performance of OPEN at LimeFest hosted by The Tank on August 5 at 7:00 PM. Don't miss this exciting event showcasing innovative theater.
NY Premiere of John Patrick Shanley's BANSHEE is Coming to CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTI Photo
NY Premiere of John Patrick Shanley's BANSHEE is Coming to CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL

Chain Theatre will present the 2024 edition of the CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL, featuring the New York premiere of BANSHEE by award-winning writer John Patrick Shanley, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Eastbound Theatre to Hold Auditions for OUTSIDE MULLINGAR Photo
Eastbound Theatre to Hold Auditions for OUTSIDE MULLINGAR

Milford Arts Council will hold a casting call for OUTSIDE MULLINGAR, seeking talented actors for an upcoming production.
Shakespeare & Company to Present THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Beginning Next Week Photo
Shakespeare & Company to Present THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Beginning Next Week

William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors takes over Shakespeare & Company's outdoor mainstage this summer, directed by Kate Kohler Amory July 13 through August 18 at the Arthur S. Waldstein Amphitheatre.
Edward Albee's SEASCAPE to be Featured in Black Box's 'From A To Zoo' Staged Reading  Photo
Edward Albee's SEASCAPE to be Featured in Black Box's 'From A To Zoo' Staged Reading Series

Edward Albee's SEASCAPE will be featured in the 'From A To Zoo' staged reading series, offering audiences a chance to experience this classic play in a unique format. Learn how to attend!
Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl Join Dramatists Guild Council Photo
Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl Join Dramatists Guild Council

Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl have joined The Dramatists Guild Council, the leadership team of the Guild.
Cast Set For SOMEONE SPECTACULAR at The Pershing Square Signature Center Photo
Cast Set For SOMEONE SPECTACULAR at The Pershing Square Signature Center

Full casting has been announced for someone spectacular, the world premiere of a new play by Domenica Feraud, directed by Tatiana Pandiani.
Video: Amy Ryan 'Freaked Out' After Accepting DOUBT Role Photo
Video: Amy Ryan 'Freaked Out' After Accepting DOUBT Role

Amy Ryan, who has been nominated for a Tony Award for her performance as Sister Aloysius in the Broadway production of Doubt, visited Live with Kelly and Mark on Wednesday to talk about some of her latest projects. During the interview, she recalls preparing for her role in the play with only a week's notice. Watch the interview!
FROM A TO ZOO Staged Reading Series Resumes With Edward Albee's ALL OVER Photo
FROM A TO ZOO Staged Reading Series Resumes With Edward Albee's ALL OVER

In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, Black Box will present ALL OVER (1971)) on Wednesday, June 26th, 2024, 7:30PM at Debonair Music Hall.
Photos: See Kenny Leon & More on the Red Carpet for HOME on Broadway Photo
Photos: See Kenny Leon & More on the Red Carpet for HOME on Broadway

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Home on Broadway!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has John Patrick Shanley written?

John Patrick Shanley has written 20 shows including Danny and the Deep Blue Sea (Playwright), Women of Manhattan (Playwright), the dreamer examines his pillow (Playwright), Italian American Reconciliation (Playwright), The Big Funk (Playwright), Beggars in a House of Plenty (Playwright), Four Dogs and a Bone (Playwright), Missing/Kissing: Missing Marisa/Kissing Christine (Playwright), Psychopathia Sexualis (Playwright), Cellini (Playwright), Where's My Money? (Author), Sailor's Song (Playwright), Doubt (Playwright), Doubt (Playwright), Defiance (Playwright), Romantic Poetry (Bookwriter), Storefront Church (Playwright), Outside Mullingar (Playwright), Prodigal Son (Author), Brooklyn Laundry (Playwright).

What awards has John Patrick Shanley been nominated for?

John Patrick Shanley has received several nominations and awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Outside Mullingar and for Best Play at the Tony Awards for the same work. He is also a Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee at The Lortels. Shanley received nominations for Best Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards, Outstanding New Play at the Drama Desk Awards, and Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Doubt. Additionally, he won The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Doubt and was nominated for Best Play at the Tony Awards for Doubt. Shanley also received The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for The Teahouse of the August Moon and was nominated for Best Play at the Tony Awards for The Teahouse of the August Moon.

What awards has John Patrick Shanley won?

John Patrick Shanley has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, including: - Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee (The Lortels) - Best Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Doubt - Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Doubt - Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Doubt - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Doubt - Best Play (Tony Awards) for Doubt - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for The Teahouse of the August Moon - Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Teahouse of the August Moon.

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