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Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play

Michael Frayn, Noises Off


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Olivier Awards - 2013 - Special Award

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Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best New Comedy

Michael FraynAbsurdia: The Crimson Hotel

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Revival

Michael FraynDonkeys’ Years

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Play

Michael Frayn, Democracy

Olivier Awards - 2004 - Best New Play

Michael FraynDemocracy


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Evening Standard Awards - 2003 - Best Play

Michael FraynDemocracy


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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding New Play

Michael Frayn, Copenhagen


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2000 - Best Foreign Play

Michael Frayn, Copenhagen


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Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Play

Michael Frayn, Copenhagen

Olivier Awards - 1999 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year

Michael FraynCopenhagen

Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best New Comedy

Michael FraynAlarms And Excursions


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Evening Standard Awards - 1998 - Best Play

Michael FraynCopenhagen


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1986 - Best Foreign Play

Michael Frayn, Benefactors

Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Play

Michael Frayn, Benefactors

Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Play

Michael Frayn, Noises Off


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Evening Standard Awards - 1984 - Best Play

Michael FraynBenefactors


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Olivier Awards - 1984 - Play of the Year

Michael FraynBenefactors

Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Play

Michael Frayn, Noises Off


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Evening Standard Awards - 1982 - Best Comedy

Michael FraynNoises Off


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Evening Standard Awards - 1982 - Best Comedy

Michael FraynMake and Break


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Olivier Awards - 1982 - Comedy of the Year

Michael FraynNoises Off

Olivier Awards - 1979 - Comedy of the Year

Michael FraynClouds


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Evening Standard Awards - 1977 - Best Comedy

Michael FraynAlphabetical Order


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Olivier Awards - 1976 - Comedy of the Year

Michael FraynDonkeys' Years

News


Full Cast Set For NOISES OFF at Geffen Playhouse

Geffen Playhouse has announced the full cast for Noises Off, written by Olivier and Tony Award winner Michael Frayn and directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro.
Video: Watch the Trailer for NOISES OFF at Lyric Stage

Noises Off By Michael Frayn is now playing at Lyric Stage. This comedy brimming with slamming doors, wardrobe malfunctions, and flying sardines makes a perfect holiday outing for friends and family. Get a first look at the trailer here!
Robert Bathurst Will Return in JEFFREY BERNARD IS UNWELL

Robert Bathurst will once again star in the immersive production of Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell, performed in his favourite Soho haunt, the legendary Coach and Horses pub.
Review: Farcical Fun Behind Every Door in Lyric Stage Boston's Boisterous NOISES OFF

What did our critic think of NOISES OFF at Lyric Stage Boston?
Review: WAITING FOR GODOT at Geffen Playhouse

As embodied by Rainn Wilson and Aasif Mandvi in the revival of GODOT at the Geffen Playhouse, Vladimir and Estragon are a formidable pair. Beckett’s play about the unknowable darkness of the human condition has - go figure! - long been catnip for comedians, and you get why Wilson and Mandvi would want a whack at them.
SWEENEY TODD & More Set for Legacy Theatre 2025 Mainstage Season

Legacy Theatre in Branford has revealed its 2025 Mainstage season, celebrating its 5th anniversary with a diverse lineup including Sweeney Todd and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre Celebrates its 70th Birthday in 2025

Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre will celebrate its 70th birthday in 2025 with a year of entertainment. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!
Review: COPENHAGEN at Sterling Stage Austin

What did our critic think of COPENHAGEN at Sterling Stage Austin?
Spotlight: COPENHAGEN at Sterling Stage Austin

Copenhagen by Michael Frayn is a gripping, thought-provoking drama that delves into the mysterious 1941 meeting between two of the most brilliant minds of the 20th century: physicists Niels Bohr and Werner Heisenberg.
Lyric Stage Boston Presents NOISES OFF

Lyric Stage Boston rings in the holidays with the gift of laughter, outrageous characters, and meaningful time spent with loved ones at Noises Off. Performances begin Friday, November 15 and run through Sunday December 22.  
NOISES OFF Announced At Cloverdale Playhouse

Cloverdale Playhouse will present NOISES OFF, a comedy by Michael Frayn, directed by Mike Winkelman.
Review: NOISES OFF Creates Chaotic Comedy at THE ALLEY THEATRE

What did our critic think of NOISES OFF at The Alley Theatre?
BWW Q&A: James Vincent Meredith on NOISES OFF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

​​​​​​​Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theater company, is pleased to open its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off, directed by Tony Award-winning ensemble member Anna D. Shapiro (August: Osage County, The Minutes), presented in a co-production with Geffen Playhouse.
NOISES OFF Completes The Old Globe's 2025 Season

THE OLD GLOBE announced the upcoming production of NOISES OFF, a classic farce by Michael Frayn. The play will run from November 15 to December 20, 2024, featuring a talented cast and creative team.
Video: NOISES OFF at the Alley Theatre

All new video clips have been released from Alley Theatre's production of Noises Off, by Michael Frayn and directed by Brandon Weinbrenner. Watch the video here!
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.
Video: Watch a Scene From NOISES OFF at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

 Steppenwolf Theatre Company opens its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off, directed by Tony Award-winning ensemble member Anna D. Shapiro, presented in a co-production with Geffen Playhouse. Watch an all new clip from the show here!
Lisa Spirling Appointed Artistic Director Of Stratford East

Stratford East has announced the appointment of Lisa Spirling as their new Artistic Director and joint CEO. Spirling, who has been Chief Executive and Artistic Director of Theatre503 since 2016, takes up the role in spring 2025, taking over from Nadia Fall.
TRIPLE ESPRESSO to be Presented This Holiday Season at the Plymouth Playhouse

TRIPLE ESPRESSO will return for the holiday season, bringing its signature blend of comedy, music, and magic back to the stage at Plymouth Playhouse. The all-star cast will feature all three original actors and creators, Michael Pearce Donley as Hugh Butternut, Bob Stromberg as Bobby Bean, and Bill Arnold as Buzz Maxwell. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Alley Theatre Unveils Spanish Simultaneous Translation Performances for 2024-25 Season

Alley Theatre has revealed the Spanish Simultaneous Translation performances for the 2024-25 Season.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Michael Frayn written?

Michael Frayn has written 8 shows including Benefactors (Playwright), Wild Honey (Playwright), Copenhagen (Playwright), Noises Off (Playwright), Democracy (Playwright), The Sneeze (Playwright), Alphabetical Order (Playwright), Wild Honey (Writer).

What awards has Michael Frayn been nominated for?

Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for Noises Off, Special Award (Olivier Awards) for , Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Absurdia: The Crimson Hotel, Best Revival (Olivier Awards) for Donkeys’ Years, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Democracy, Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Democracy , Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Democracy, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Copenhagen, Best Foreign Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Copenhagen, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Copenhagen, BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Copenhagen , Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Alarms And Excursions, Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Copenhagen, Best Foreign Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Benefactors, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Benefactors, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Noises Off, Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Benefactors, Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Benefactors, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Noises Off, Best Comedy (Evening Standard Awards) for Noises Off, Best Comedy (Evening Standard Awards) for Make and Break, Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Noises Off, Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Clouds, Best Comedy (Evening Standard Awards) for Alphabetical Order and Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Donkeys' Years.

What awards has Michael Frayn won?

Michael Frayn has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, including the Special Award from the Olivier Awards. He won Best Play at the Evening Standard Awards for Democracy and received the Outstanding New Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for Copenhagen. Additionally, he was honored with Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, also for Copenhagen, and won Best Play at the Tony Awards for the same production. Frayn won Best Play at the Evening Standard Awards for Copenhagen and Benefactors, as well as Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Benefactors. He also won Play of the Year from the Olivier Awards for Benefactors. His work includes multiple accolades for Best Comedy at the Evening Standard Awards for Noises Off, Make and Break, Alphabetical Order, and Comedy of the Year from the Olivier Awards for Noises Off and Donkeys' Years.

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