Patrick Barlow
Latest News on Patrick Barlow:
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Begins Performances at the Roxy Regional Theatre in December (Nov 26, 2025)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Benefit Reading Set for Crescent City Stage (Nov 14, 2025)
Review: THE 39 STEPS at Twin Valley Players Colonnade (Oct 20, 2025)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Begins Performances at the Roxy Regional Theatre in December (Nov 26, 2025)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Benefit Reading Set for Crescent City Stage (Nov 14, 2025)
Review: THE 39 STEPS at Twin Valley Players Colonnade (Oct 20, 2025)
Photos
(L-R) Nicola Samer (director) Patrick Barlow (writer) Toby Sedgwick (movement director) attend The 39 Steps press night afterparty at Walkers of Whitehall, London. Picture date: Monday 19th August 2024. Credit: DavidJensen
Date:
08/20/2024
From: Photos: THE 39 STEPS Celebrates West End Return With a Gala Night
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Productions
Writing
Playwright
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Play
Patrick Barlow, The 39 Steps
winner
Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best New Comedy
Patrick Barlow, The 39 Steps
Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best New Comedy
Patrick BarlowLove Upon The Throne
Videos
Photos & Video: First Look at Gavin Lee & More in THE 39 Steps at Drury Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-06-27 16:00:42
Video: First Look at THE 39 STEPS at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Paul Smith - 2019-09-19 10:57:49
TV: Jim Broadbent-Led A CHRISTMAS CAROL Enters Final Week of Performances
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-01-26 09:17:20
STAGE TUBE: Pint-Sized Critic Iain Armitage Weighs in on 39 STEPS
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-05-07 15:34:20
STAGE TUBE: THE 39 STEPS Brings Time Warner Cable's On the Beat Backstage
by Gabrielle Sierra - 2010-11-02 14:56:47
News
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Begins Performances at the Roxy Regional Theatre in December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
The Roxy Regional Theatre will present a new production of A Christmas Carol from December 5 through December 21, marking the final show in the theatre’s longtime home at 100 Franklin Street before operations move temporarily to Public Square during construction of the Clarksville Performing Arts Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
The Roxy Regional Theatre will present a new production of A Christmas Carol from December 5 through December 21, marking the final show in the theatre’s longtime home at 100 Franklin Street before operations move temporarily to Public Square during construction of the Clarksville Performing Arts Center.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Benefit Reading Set for Crescent City Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Crescent City Stage will present a festive, one-night only Theatre Authority benefit staged reading of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, in a witty and imaginative new adaptation by Patrick Barlow.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Crescent City Stage will present a festive, one-night only Theatre Authority benefit staged reading of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, in a witty and imaginative new adaptation by Patrick Barlow.
Review: THE 39 STEPS at Twin Valley Players Colonnade
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 20, 2025
This is the third production this reviewer has seen performed by Twin Valley Players, and each production has offered audiences an evening of tremendous talent and entertainment. You do not want to miss any of their upcoming productions.
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 20, 2025
This is the third production this reviewer has seen performed by Twin Valley Players, and each production has offered audiences an evening of tremendous talent and entertainment. You do not want to miss any of their upcoming productions.
THE 39 STEPS to Open at Syracuse Stage This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
Syracuse Stage will continue its 25/26 season with “The 39 Steps,” playwright Patrick Barlow’s Monty Python-esque spoof of the classic Alfred Hitchcock film, with a cast of four actors playing dozens of roles. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
Syracuse Stage will continue its 25/26 season with “The 39 Steps,” playwright Patrick Barlow’s Monty Python-esque spoof of the classic Alfred Hitchcock film, with a cast of four actors playing dozens of roles. Learn more!
Interview: Various Artists of THE 39 STEPS at Twin Valley Players Colonnade
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 7, 2025
The first four-actor stage adaptation of The 39 Steps was written by Corble and Dimon and first premiered in 1966. It was subsequently rewritten by Patrick Barlow in 2005. It is a favorite for community theatres around the world, but it first began its life as a 1915 novel by John Buchan, which was adapted by Alfred Hitchcock for his 1935 spy thriller film.
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 7, 2025
The first four-actor stage adaptation of The 39 Steps was written by Corble and Dimon and first premiered in 1966. It was subsequently rewritten by Patrick Barlow in 2005. It is a favorite for community theatres around the world, but it first began its life as a 1915 novel by John Buchan, which was adapted by Alfred Hitchcock for his 1935 spy thriller film.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET and More Set for Rubicon Theatre Company 2025"2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2025
Rubicon Theatre Company has announced its 2025–2026 season, Crossroads: Moments That Can Change Everything, the final season curated by Producing Artistic Director and Co-Founder Karyl Lynn Burns.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2025
Rubicon Theatre Company has announced its 2025–2026 season, Crossroads: Moments That Can Change Everything, the final season curated by Producing Artistic Director and Co-Founder Karyl Lynn Burns.
THE 39 STEPS Comes to Indianapolis in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025
The 39 Steps is coming to Indianapolis next month. The production is adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie by Alfred Hitchcock, directed by Benjamin Hanna.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025
The 39 Steps is coming to Indianapolis next month. The production is adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie by Alfred Hitchcock, directed by Benjamin Hanna.
REVIEW: THE 39 STEPS Is A Madcap Spoof Of Classic Movie Mysteries
by Jade Kops - Aug 14, 2025
Patrick Barlow’s stage adaptation of Alred Hitchcock’s THE 39 STEPS is a madcap spoof of the black and white murder mystery movies featuring the clowning and comedy antics of the Umbilical Brothers.
by Jade Kops - Aug 14, 2025
Patrick Barlow’s stage adaptation of Alred Hitchcock’s THE 39 STEPS is a madcap spoof of the black and white murder mystery movies featuring the clowning and comedy antics of the Umbilical Brothers.
Five South Florida Regional Productions To Keep Your Eye On This Fall
by David McKibbin - Aug 4, 2025
As regional theaters lose funding, there is a greater need for audiences to support local work. Here are five shows in the Miami Metro area to explore in the fall of 2025.
by David McKibbin - Aug 4, 2025
As regional theaters lose funding, there is a greater need for audiences to support local work. Here are five shows in the Miami Metro area to explore in the fall of 2025.
Tickets Now On Sale For Bergen County Players' 93rd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2025
The Bergen County Players has revealed its 2025/26 season. CP is kicking off its new season in September. Learn more here and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2025
The Bergen County Players has revealed its 2025/26 season. CP is kicking off its new season in September. Learn more here and see how to purchase tickets!
Review: THE 39 STEPS at Main Street Theater
by Brett Cullum - Jul 14, 2025
We know this is a vaudeville production from the start, and the cast revels in the buffoonery. THE 39 STEPS is perfect summer theater fare for fans of silly spies and inventive theatrical staging.
by Brett Cullum - Jul 14, 2025
We know this is a vaudeville production from the start, and the cast revels in the buffoonery. THE 39 STEPS is perfect summer theater fare for fans of silly spies and inventive theatrical staging.
THE 39 STEPS Begins In July At Off-Broadway Palm
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2025
Theatre Conspiracy at the Alliance for the Arts is bringing madcap espionage, classic suspense, and a whirlwind of theatrical invention to the Off-Broadway Palm with its summer production of The 39 Steps, running July 13–22, 2025. A discounted preview performance will take place on July 12 at 7:30 PM.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2025
Theatre Conspiracy at the Alliance for the Arts is bringing madcap espionage, classic suspense, and a whirlwind of theatrical invention to the Off-Broadway Palm with its summer production of The 39 Steps, running July 13–22, 2025. A discounted preview performance will take place on July 12 at 7:30 PM.
THE 39 STEPS Will Embark on Tour of Australia
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2025
Mix Alfred Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller with a dash of Monty Python-style chaos, and you get THE 39 STEPS. This show, adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan, is reimagined and coming to Australia.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2025
Mix Alfred Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller with a dash of Monty Python-style chaos, and you get THE 39 STEPS. This show, adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan, is reimagined and coming to Australia.
THE 39 STEPS Comes to Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025
This July, Pitlochry Festival Theatre will stage a new production of Patrick Barlow’s hilarious Olivier and Tony Award winning stage adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s iconic 1935 spy thriller, The 39 Steps.
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025
This July, Pitlochry Festival Theatre will stage a new production of Patrick Barlow’s hilarious Olivier and Tony Award winning stage adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s iconic 1935 spy thriller, The 39 Steps.
BEAUTIFUL, THE 39 STEPS, and More Set For Bergen County Players' 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025
The Bergen County Players has announced its 2025/26 season with an ambitious, joyous, and playful year of audience-pleasing musicals and innovative plays for its 93rd season.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025
The Bergen County Players has announced its 2025/26 season with an ambitious, joyous, and playful year of audience-pleasing musicals and innovative plays for its 93rd season.
Review: THE DA VINCI CODE, Salisbury Playhouse
by Cheryl Markosky - Apr 16, 2025
As I'm probably one of only a handful who hasn't read the book or seen the film of The Da Vinci Code, I was looking forward to the play based on Dan Brown's bestselling novel of 2003 described as thriller, mystery and treasure hunt.
by Cheryl Markosky - Apr 16, 2025
As I'm probably one of only a handful who hasn't read the book or seen the film of The Da Vinci Code, I was looking forward to the play based on Dan Brown's bestselling novel of 2003 described as thriller, mystery and treasure hunt.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Reveals Ensemble For 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2025
Pitlochry Festival Theatre has announced its Ensemble for its 2025 season which takes place this summer between May and September. Learn more about the ensemble here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2025
Pitlochry Festival Theatre has announced its Ensemble for its 2025 season which takes place this summer between May and September. Learn more about the ensemble here!
Guild Festival Theatre Announces Artists for 2025 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025
Guild Festival Theatre has announced key artists performing in its 2025 Season. Featuring an exciting season launch event, a world premiere inspired by Shakespeare's Hamlet, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025
Guild Festival Theatre has announced key artists performing in its 2025 Season. Featuring an exciting season launch event, a world premiere inspired by Shakespeare's Hamlet, and more.
World Premiere of RELENTLESS and More Set for Syracuse Stage 25/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025
The 25/26 season at Syracuse Stage will feature a Broadway hit, fresh revivals of award-winning classics, an inspiring new American musical and a knockout world premiere play. See the full season here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025
The 25/26 season at Syracuse Stage will feature a Broadway hit, fresh revivals of award-winning classics, an inspiring new American musical and a knockout world premiere play. See the full season here!
MS. HOLMES AND MS. WATSON And More Set for Crescent City Stage 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025
Crescent City Stage has announced its 2025 Season Programming opening with the regional premiere of Tiny Beautiful Things, followed by Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B and finishing the year with the return of the audience and critic holiday favorite A Christmas Carol.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025
Crescent City Stage has announced its 2025 Season Programming opening with the regional premiere of Tiny Beautiful Things, followed by Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B and finishing the year with the return of the audience and critic holiday favorite A Christmas Carol.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Patrick Barlow written?
Patrick Barlow has written 2 shows including The 39 Steps (Playwright), The Messiah (Playwright).
What awards has Patrick Barlow been nominated for?
Best Play (Tony Awards) for The 39 Steps, Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for The 39 Steps and Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Love Upon The Throne.
What awards has Patrick Barlow won?
Patrick Barlow won the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy for The 39 Steps.
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