Noel Coward
Date of Death: March 26, 1973 (73)
Birth Place: Teddington, ENGLAND
Latest News on Noel Coward:
New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients (Jul 18, 2024)
Review: IL SEGRETO DI SUSANNA / PAGLIACCI, Opera Holland Park (Jul 18, 2024)
BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF Will Embark on UK Tour (Jul 18, 2024)
New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients (Jul 18, 2024)
Review: IL SEGRETO DI SUSANNA / PAGLIACCI, Opera Holland Park (Jul 18, 2024)
BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF Will Embark on UK Tour (Jul 18, 2024)
Noel Coward BIO
Noel was an English playwright, composer, actor, producer and director. His plays include The Vortex (1924), Hay Fever (1925), Private Lives (1930), Blithe Spirit (1941), Present Laughter (1943) and This Happy Breed (1943). He produced, wrote, starred in and co-directed (with David Lean) the Academy Award-winning film In Which We Serve (1942) as well as writing the screenplay for one of the most beloved British films of all time, Brief Encounter (1945). He wrote many songs now considered classics, including "Mad About the Boy", "Mad Dogs and Englishmen", "I’ll See You Again" and "20th Century Blues" and in 1955 performed a sell-out cabaret season in Las Vegas. His musicals include Bitter Sweet (1929) and Sail Away (1961). As an actor he enjoyed memorable roles onstage in many of his plays as well as on film playing Hawthorne in Our Man In Havana (1959) and Mr Bridger in The Italian Job (1969). He was knighted in 1970.
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Noel Coward Movies
Forbidden Love
[ 1927 ] writer
[ 1927 ] writer
The Vortex
[ 1928 ] writer
[ 1928 ] writer
Bitter Sweet
[ 1933 ] lyrics and music - as Noel Coward
[ 1933 ] lyrics and music - as Noel Coward
Design for Living
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[ 1933 ] writer
Cavalcade
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[ 1933 ] writer
Tonight Is Ours
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The Terrible Lovers
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We Were Dancing
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This Happy Breed
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Brief Encounter
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Blithe Spirit
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Our Man in Havana
[ 1959 ] Hawthorne
[ 1959 ] Hawthorne
Bunny Lake Is Missing
[ 1965 ] Horacio Wilson
[ 1965 ] Horacio Wilson
A Matter of Innocence
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Boom!
[ 1968 ] The Witch of Capri
[ 1968 ] The Witch of Capri
Interlude
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The Italian Job
[ 1969 ] Mr. Bridger
[ 1969 ] Mr. Bridger
Sidste akt
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Relative Values
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Easy Virtue
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Hay Fever
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Noel Coward Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Direction of a Musical
Noel Coward , High Spirits
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Musical
Noel Coward, The Girl Who Came to Supper
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1942 - Best Foreign Play
Noel Coward, Blithe Spirit
Noel Coward Videos
Video: Emma Hatton Sings 'Secrets and Lies' From BERLUSCONI A NEW MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2023
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2023
VIDEO: The West End Cast of DEAR EVAN HANSEN Perform at Flagship Microsoft Store in London
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2019
VIDEO: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Star Mallory Bechtel Performs 'Only Us' at TED-Ed Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2019
VIDEO: DEAR EVAN HANSEN's First International Evan Sings 'Waving Through a Window'
by Linnae Medeiros - Jun 6, 2019
TV: DEAR EVAN HANSEN'S Alessandro Costantini and Shakura Dickson Take Over Instagram!
by Linnae Medeiros - Apr 29, 2019
Exclusive Video: Go Inside Opening Night of DEAR EVAN HANSEN in Toronto with Pasek & Paul, Catherine O'Hara and More
by Alan Henry - Mar 31, 2019
VIDEO: Check Out the Trailer for CAN YOU EVER FORGIVE ME Starring Melissa McCarthy
by Macon Prickett - Mar 26, 2018
TV: Watch Highlights of Bebe Neuwirth, Carolee Carmello, Vanessa Williams & More in the Encores! HEY, LOOK ME OVER!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2018
Noel Coward News
New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients
New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.
New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.
Review: IL SEGRETO DI SUSANNA / PAGLIACCI, Opera Holland Park
Opera Holland Park delivers two short pieces - an ideal introduction to the form's unique capacity to bring emotional weight to any story
Opera Holland Park delivers two short pieces - an ideal introduction to the form's unique capacity to bring emotional weight to any story
BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF Will Embark on UK Tour
Bill Kenwright Ltd has announced that James Graham’s acclaimed adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s Boys from the Blackstuff will tour the UK in 2025, following sell-out runs at Liverpool’s Royal Court and The National Theatre, and its current run in London’s West End at the Garrick Theatre.
Bill Kenwright Ltd has announced that James Graham’s acclaimed adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s Boys from the Blackstuff will tour the UK in 2025, following sell-out runs at Liverpool’s Royal Court and The National Theatre, and its current run in London’s West End at the Garrick Theatre.
New Musical Revue THREE LITTLE MAIDS To Have York Developmental Reading
A new musical revue, THREE LITTLE MAIDS, will have a developmental reading at York Theatre on July 24, directed by Christine Pedi.
A new musical revue, THREE LITTLE MAIDS, will have a developmental reading at York Theatre on July 24, directed by Christine Pedi.
Review: DESIGN FOR LIVING at Odyssey Theatre
A glamorous, pansexual, queer 1930s romp through the world of artists, playwrights, interior decorators, and their lovers, Design for Living was an instant hit with the sold-out audience on the afternoon I attended, who loved every minute of it.
A glamorous, pansexual, queer 1930s romp through the world of artists, playwrights, interior decorators, and their lovers, Design for Living was an instant hit with the sold-out audience on the afternoon I attended, who loved every minute of it.
Christine Ebersole Joins Hallmark Movie HOLIDAY TOUCHDOWN: A CHIEFS LOVE STORY
Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole is one of the latest names to join the cast of the upcoming original Hallmark movie centering on the Kansas City Chiefs football team. In Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, Ebersole will appear alongside Diedrich Bader, Megyn Price, and Richard Riehle.
Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole is one of the latest names to join the cast of the upcoming original Hallmark movie centering on the Kansas City Chiefs football team. In Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, Ebersole will appear alongside Diedrich Bader, Megyn Price, and Richard Riehle.
Review Roundup: SLAVE PLAY Arrives in London
Slave Play by Jeremy O. Harris, and directed by Robert O’Hara, has arrived in London! Let's see what the London critics are saying about the play...
Slave Play by Jeremy O. Harris, and directed by Robert O’Hara, has arrived in London! Let's see what the London critics are saying about the play...
Review: SLAVE PLAY, Noël Coward Theatre
For a play that wears controversy as a badge of honour the last thing I expected to feel was slightly bored
For a play that wears controversy as a badge of honour the last thing I expected to feel was slightly bored
New Cast Set for THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre
New casting has been announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre from Monday 29 July 2024. The musical is currently booking until Saturday 29 March 2025.
New casting has been announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre from Monday 29 July 2024. The musical is currently booking until Saturday 29 March 2025.
Margaret Cho, Amber Ruffin & More to be Featured in New York Stage and Film 2024 Summer Season
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 2, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 2, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 2, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Sir Ian McKellen Pulls Out of PLAYER KINGS Tour Following Onstage Fall
Sir Ian McKellen, who previously suffered a fall during a performance of Player Kings at the Noel Coward Theatre in London, has pulled out of the production's national tour. Learn more.
Sir Ian McKellen, who previously suffered a fall during a performance of Player Kings at the Noel Coward Theatre in London, has pulled out of the production's national tour. Learn more.
THE 39 STEPS Visits Brighton This Month
Award-winning comedy THE 39 STEPS will play Theatre Royal Brighton from Tuesday 16 to Saturday 20 July prior to a West End run.
Award-winning comedy THE 39 STEPS will play Theatre Royal Brighton from Tuesday 16 to Saturday 20 July prior to a West End run.
Review: James Beaman Is Full of Love & Laughter in LIVED EXPERIENCE at the Triad
James Beaman is fabulously himself in his new solo show. LIVED EXPERIENCE takes a tongue-in-cheek look at everything from Gen Z’s and millennial’s obsession with “safety” and trigger words to Beaman’s own life and long career in acting, cabaret and drag performance.
James Beaman is fabulously himself in his new solo show. LIVED EXPERIENCE takes a tongue-in-cheek look at everything from Gen Z’s and millennial’s obsession with “safety” and trigger words to Beaman’s own life and long career in acting, cabaret and drag performance.
Ian McKellen and Divina De Campo Star in Animated Musical DRAGFOX
Sir Ian McKellen and RuPaul's Drag Race U.K. star Divina de Campo are set to appear together in the new stop-motion musical short Dragfox, which follows the young transgender character of Sam as they struggle with their identity.
Sir Ian McKellen and RuPaul's Drag Race U.K. star Divina de Campo are set to appear together in the new stop-motion musical short Dragfox, which follows the young transgender character of Sam as they struggle with their identity.
The Vivienne Joins the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
The Vivienne will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
The Vivienne will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
STEVE ROSS & KAREN MURPHY: BEST OF THE VERSED to Be Presented By Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea
Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea will present Steve Ross and Karen Murphy in Best of the Versed, celebrating lesser-known opening lyrics from the Great American Songbook. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea will present Steve Ross and Karen Murphy in Best of the Versed, celebrating lesser-known opening lyrics from the Great American Songbook. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Clare Foster Joins The Cast of THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON
Olivier Award nominee Clare Foster will star as Elowen Keene in THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON, alongside the previously announced Olivier Award winner John Dagleish as Benjamin Button, at the Ambassadors Theatre from Thursday 10th October 2024.
Olivier Award nominee Clare Foster will star as Elowen Keene in THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON, alongside the previously announced Olivier Award winner John Dagleish as Benjamin Button, at the Ambassadors Theatre from Thursday 10th October 2024.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 21, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Alan Cumming Signs First Look Deal With NBCUniversal
Five-time Emmy Award-nominated actor Alan Cumming has signed a producer first-look deal with NBCUniversal. The deal is inclusive of both scripted and unscripted content and spans the breadth of NBCUniversal’s portfolio of brands. Cumming is currently the host and producer of Peacock’s hit cultural phenomenon The Traitors, the #1 unscripted series.
Five-time Emmy Award-nominated actor Alan Cumming has signed a producer first-look deal with NBCUniversal. The deal is inclusive of both scripted and unscripted content and spans the breadth of NBCUniversal’s portfolio of brands. Cumming is currently the host and producer of Peacock’s hit cultural phenomenon The Traitors, the #1 unscripted series.
Noel Coward FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Noel Coward been in?
Noel Coward has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Noel Coward been in?
Noel Coward has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Noel Coward been nominated for?
Noel Coward has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for his work on "High Spirits." He was also nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Girl Who Came to Supper." In addition, Coward received a nomination for Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for his play "Blithe Spirit."
What awards has Noel Coward won?
Noel Coward has won the Best Foreign Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for his play "Blithe Spirit".
How many shows has Noel Coward written?
Noel Coward has written 50 shows including London Calling (Composer/Lyricist), André Charlot's Revue of 1924 (Composer), On With the Dance (Composer/Lyricist), The Vortex (Playwright), Hay Fever (Playwright), Charlot Revue (Composer), Easy Virtue (Playwright), This Was a Man (Playwright), The Marquise (Playwright), Fallen Angels (Playwright), This Year of Grace (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Murray Anderson's Almanac (Bookwriter), Bitter Sweet (Bookwriter), Private Lives (Playwright), Cochran's 1931 Revue (Composer/Lyricist), Ziegfeld Follies of 1931 (Composer), Cavalcade (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), The Young Idea (Playwright), Words and Music (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist), Conversation Piece (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Point Valaine (Playwright), Tonight at 8:30 (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Operette (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Set to Music (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Sigh No More (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist), Pacific 1860 (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Ace of Clubs (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), After the Ball (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Quadrille (Playwright), Nude With Violin (Playwright), Look After Lulu (Playwright), Sail Away (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), The Girl Who Came to Supper (Composer/Lyricist), High Spirits (Source Material), Noel Coward's Sweet Potato (Composer/Lyricist), Cowardy Custard (Composer/Lyricist), Hay Fever (Playwright), Noel (Composer/Lyricist), Oh Coward! (Composer/Lyricist), Barbara Cook: A Concert for the Theatre (Composer), If Love Were All (Composer/Lyricist), Waiting in the Wings (Playwright), A Suite in Two Keys (Playwright), Design For Living (Playwright), Elaine Stritch At Liberty (Composer), A Marvelous Party (Composer/Lyricist), Blithe Spirit (Playwright), Brief Encounter (Playwright), Volcano (Playwright), The Rat Trap (Playwright).
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