Patrick Barlow
Patrick Barlow is a playwright whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Messiah. Awards include Olivier Awards for The 39 Steps (2007).
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(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 Barlow, Love 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
News
Patrick Barlow's A CHRISTMAS CAROL To Be Presented By Valkyrie Theatre Company
by Marissa Faith Curley - Oct 11, 2026
Valkyrie Theatre Company, in association with Concord Theatricals, brings Patrick Barlow's wildly inventive adaptation of A Christmas Carol to the Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Oct 11, 2026
Valkyrie Theatre Company, in association with Concord Theatricals, brings Patrick Barlow's wildly inventive adaptation of A Christmas Carol to the Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center.
THE 39 STEPS to Open at Laguna Playhouse This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2026
Laguna Playhouse will present the award-winning comedy THE 39 STEPS, adapted from Alfred Hitchcock's classic film. Four actors portray more than 100 characters in the spy thriller production directed by Hunter Foster.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2026
Laguna Playhouse will present the award-winning comedy THE 39 STEPS, adapted from Alfred Hitchcock's classic film. Four actors portray more than 100 characters in the spy thriller production directed by Hunter Foster.
THE 39 STEPS to Open at One Stage Theatre in Fremont
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2026
One Stage Theatre will present Patrick Barlow's comedic adaptation of THE 39 STEPS, blending Hitchcockian suspense with physical comedy and rapid-fire character changes in a spy thriller turned theatrical adventure.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2026
One Stage Theatre will present Patrick Barlow's comedic adaptation of THE 39 STEPS, blending Hitchcockian suspense with physical comedy and rapid-fire character changes in a spy thriller turned theatrical adventure.
MOUNTAIN MAMAS, A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Set for Flashback Theater Co. 13th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026
Flashback Theater Co. revealed its 13th season lineup, which includes Mountain Mamas, a Patrick Barlow adaptation of A Christmas Carol, Joshua Pennwrite: Ghostwriter, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2026
Flashback Theater Co. revealed its 13th season lineup, which includes Mountain Mamas, a Patrick Barlow adaptation of A Christmas Carol, Joshua Pennwrite: Ghostwriter, and more.
Review: NORTH BY NORTHWEST at American Conservatory Theatre
by Steve Murray - Sep 24, 2026
From across the pond, acclaimed director Emma Rice’s latest adaptation North by Northwest makes its West Coast debut, turning Alfred Hitchcock’s 1959 suspense film on its ear with her whimsical, comic stylings.
by Steve Murray - Sep 24, 2026
From across the pond, acclaimed director Emma Rice’s latest adaptation North by Northwest makes its West Coast debut, turning Alfred Hitchcock’s 1959 suspense film on its ear with her whimsical, comic stylings.
THE 39 STEPS Will Come to Boise Little Theater
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2026
The 39 Steps will come to Boise Little Theater in October. The production is adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the novel by John Buchan and will be directed by Dee Smith.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2026
The 39 Steps will come to Boise Little Theater in October. The production is adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the novel by John Buchan and will be directed by Dee Smith.
Interview: Jacob Schorsch in THE 39 STEPS at Princeton Summer Theater
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 7, 2026
Princeton Summer Theater’s (PST) 2026 season continues with THE 39 STEPS, a noir farce full of danger, mystery, and laughs.
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 7, 2026
Princeton Summer Theater’s (PST) 2026 season continues with THE 39 STEPS, a noir farce full of danger, mystery, and laughs.
INTO THE WOODS, THE 39 STEPS, and More Set For Maryland Ensemble Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
Maryland Ensemble Theatre announced its 2026–27 season, featuring five MainStage productions, five FUNCompany productions, and the return of MET original musical PLANET CLAIRE.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
Maryland Ensemble Theatre announced its 2026–27 season, featuring five MainStage productions, five FUNCompany productions, and the return of MET original musical PLANET CLAIRE.
THE 39 STEPS to Close Williamston Theatre's 19th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026
Williamston Theatre announced THE 39 STEPS as the final production of its 19th season, with cast members Patrick Loos and Ryan Patrick Welsh returning after appearing in DIAL M FOR MURDER earlier this season.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026
Williamston Theatre announced THE 39 STEPS as the final production of its 19th season, with cast members Patrick Loos and Ryan Patrick Welsh returning after appearing in DIAL M FOR MURDER earlier this season.
Review: THE 39 STEPS IS A DELIGHTFUL ROMP AT ELMWOOD PLAYHOUSE
by Bruce Apar - May 22, 2026
What did our critic think of THE 39 STEPS IS A DELIGHTFUL ROMP AT ELMWOOD PLAYHOUSE at Elmwood?So pronounced is the raucous, madcap flavor of the show – consciously channeling the vaudevillian humor of early 20th Century English music halls, a setting that bookends the play – that the plot itself virtually plays second fiddle to the non-stop shenanigans, which are enough to make you plotz with guffaws throughout.
by Bruce Apar - May 22, 2026
What did our critic think of THE 39 STEPS IS A DELIGHTFUL ROMP AT ELMWOOD PLAYHOUSE at Elmwood?So pronounced is the raucous, madcap flavor of the show – consciously channeling the vaudevillian humor of early 20th Century English music halls, a setting that bookends the play – that the plot itself virtually plays second fiddle to the non-stop shenanigans, which are enough to make you plotz with guffaws throughout.
CLUE, STEEL MAGNOLIAS and More Set for Penfold Theatre Company 26-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
Penfold Theatre Company revealed its 19th season, featuring Clue, Steel Magnolias, Always... Patsy Cline and more, alongside year-round classes in Round Rock, TX.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
Penfold Theatre Company revealed its 19th season, featuring Clue, Steel Magnolias, Always... Patsy Cline and more, alongside year-round classes in Round Rock, TX.
THE 39 STEPS Will be Performed By North Star Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
North Star Theater Company will present THE 39 STEPS, Patrick Barlow's comedy thriller adapted from the Alfred Hitchcock film, at its Ogdensburg, NJ studio theater, featuring Premium Club Seating with actor interaction.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
North Star Theater Company will present THE 39 STEPS, Patrick Barlow's comedy thriller adapted from the Alfred Hitchcock film, at its Ogdensburg, NJ studio theater, featuring Premium Club Seating with actor interaction.
Photos: Bergen County Players Presents THE 39 STEPS to Close 93rd Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026
Production photos have been released for The 39 Steps at Bergen County Players. The comedy closes the company’s 2025–2026 season. Performances run in Oradell through May.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026
Production photos have been released for The 39 Steps at Bergen County Players. The comedy closes the company’s 2025–2026 season. Performances run in Oradell through May.
Centerstage Theatre Will Present THE 39 STEPS This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Centerstage Theatre has announced its upcoming production of THE 39 STEPS, a comedic adaptation of the world's best-selling mystery novel. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026
Centerstage Theatre has announced its upcoming production of THE 39 STEPS, a comedic adaptation of the world's best-selling mystery novel. Learn more here!
TheatreSquared Unveils FENCES, LITTLE WOMEN, EUREKA DAY and More for 21st Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2026
TheatreSquared has announced its 2026–2027 Season 21 lineup, including FENCES, LITTLE WOMEN, EUREKA DAY, and THE 39 STEPS. The season also introduces a new Family Series with DISNEY’S NEWSIES JR. and A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2026
TheatreSquared has announced its 2026–2027 Season 21 lineup, including FENCES, LITTLE WOMEN, EUREKA DAY, and THE 39 STEPS. The season also introduces a new Family Series with DISNEY’S NEWSIES JR. and A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD.
Photos: First Look at THE 39 STEPS at Rubicon Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company is presenting The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from John Buchan’s iconic spy novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary 1935 film. Get a first look at production photos.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company is presenting The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from John Buchan’s iconic spy novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary 1935 film. Get a first look at production photos.
THE 39 STEPS to be Presented at Rubicon Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company will continue its 2025/26 season with The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from John Buchan’s iconic spy novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary 1935 film.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company will continue its 2025/26 season with The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from John Buchan’s iconic spy novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary 1935 film.
Rubicon Theatre Company Reveals Cast For THE 39 STEPS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning comedy thriller THE 39 STEPS, adapted from John Buchan's novel and Alfred Hitchcock's film. Directed by Jenny Sullivan and featuring Joseph Fuqua, the show runs from February 11 to March 1, 2026, at Rubicon Theatre in Ventura.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Rubicon Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning comedy thriller THE 39 STEPS, adapted from John Buchan's novel and Alfred Hitchcock's film. Directed by Jenny Sullivan and featuring Joseph Fuqua, the show runs from February 11 to March 1, 2026, at Rubicon Theatre in Ventura.
Louisa May Alcott's LITTLE WOMEN Sets Box Office Records at the City Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025
City Theatre’s recently completed production of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Kaja Dunn, set box office sales records following its run.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025
City Theatre’s recently completed production of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Kaja Dunn, set box office sales records following its run.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Music Box Lounge in Hot Springs
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 27, 2025
The holidays have officially arrived in Hot Springs, and the Music Box Lounge is quickly proving that it belongs on the city’s theatrical map.
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 27, 2025
The holidays have officially arrived in Hot Springs, and the Music Box Lounge is quickly proving that it belongs on the city’s theatrical map.
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 has won the Best New Comedy award at the Olivier Awards for The 39 Steps.
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