Peter Brook
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
Latest News on Peter Brook:
Hugh Bonneville Stars in SHADOWLANDS at the West End (Oct 13, 2025)
TOPSY TURVY, ARREST THE CLOWNS Included in 2025-2026 Season at The Actors' Gang (Sep 6, 2025)
Anthony Abeson Studio Starts In-Person Classes For Kids (Aug 7, 2025)
Hugh Bonneville Stars in SHADOWLANDS at the West End (Oct 13, 2025)
TOPSY TURVY, ARREST THE CLOWNS Included in 2025-2026 Season at The Actors' Gang (Sep 6, 2025)
Anthony Abeson Studio Starts In-Person Classes For Kids (Aug 7, 2025)
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Productions
[Broadway, 1965]
Director
Writing
Adapter
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1980 - Special Citation
Peter BrookLe Centre International de Créations Théâtricales at La Mama
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Outstanding Director
Peter Brook, A Midsummer Night's Dream
winner
Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Direction of a Play
Peter Brook, A Midsummer Night's Dream
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1966 - Best Director
Peter Brook, The Persecution and Assassination of Marat as performed by the Inmates of the Asylu of Charenton Under the Direction of the Marquis de Sade
winner
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Direction of a Play
Peter Brook, Marat/Sade
Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Direction of a Musical
Peter Brook, Irma La Douce
Tony Awards - 1959 - Best Direction
Peter Brook, The Visit
Videos
Video: Watch a Trailer for THE BOOK OF GRACE at Arcola Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-11 16:34:18
VIDEO: Glenda Jackson of THREE TALL WOMEN Talks Moving From Acting to Politics
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-15 05:25:00
VIDEO: Glenda Jackson Talks Roles for Women and Returning to the Stage in THREE TALL WOMEN
by Stephi Wild - 2018-03-04 18:41:06
VIDEO: Tour The Fascinating Artifacts of The British Library's 'Shakespeare In Ten Acts'
by Michael Dale - 2016-07-22 12:50:08
STAGE TUBE: Young Vic's Short Film THE ROOF Pays Tribute to Director Peter Brook
by Louisa Brady - 2016-04-02 17:14:23
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of GöteborgsOperan's MADAMA BUTTERFLY
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-02-17 08:48:56
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Trailer for Paris Opera's 'Virtual Third Stage'
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-09-15 07:38:56
BWW Livestream: Watch Lincoln Center's Masters on Masters with David Hyde Pierce & David Lee!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-06-10 19:00:41
TV: Watch Jennifer Bowles, Rob McClure, Malcolm Gets & More in Encores! IRMA LA DOUCE
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-05-07 09:47:00
TV: Meet the Company of Encores! IRMA LA DOUCE; Plus Performance Preview!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2014-04-30 10:00:02
TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with Ian McKellen & Patrick Stewart; Part 2
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-02-09 08:00:01
TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with Ian McKellen & Patrick Stewart; Part 1
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2014-02-02 09:00:02
AUDIO: Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart Talk GODOT, NO MAN'S LAND on 'Leonard Lopate Show'
by BWW News Desk - 2013-12-10 17:39:48
News
Hugh Bonneville Stars in SHADOWLANDS at the West End
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025
Hugh Bonneville will return to the West End in SHADOWLANDS, a touching play about love and loss, starting February 2026 at Aldwych Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025
Hugh Bonneville will return to the West End in SHADOWLANDS, a touching play about love and loss, starting February 2026 at Aldwych Theatre.
TOPSY TURVY, ARREST THE CLOWNS Included in 2025-2026 Season at The Actors' Gang
by Emmy Rice - Sep 6, 2025
The Actors’ Gang is announcing its full 2025/2026 which features seven original plays, two twentieth century theatrical classics, and Late Night Fridays that will present improvised commedia dell’ arte, live music and film screenings.
by Emmy Rice - Sep 6, 2025
The Actors’ Gang is announcing its full 2025/2026 which features seven original plays, two twentieth century theatrical classics, and Late Night Fridays that will present improvised commedia dell’ arte, live music and film screenings.
Anthony Abeson Studio Starts In-Person Classes For Kids
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2025
The 'Coach to the Stars' Studio starts a weekend conservatory program with the goal of 'doing work that gets work.' Learn more about the upcoming program here.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2025
The 'Coach to the Stars' Studio starts a weekend conservatory program with the goal of 'doing work that gets work.' Learn more about the upcoming program here.
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Releases 65 FOR THE 65TH in Honor of Union’s Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.
Review: GRACE PERVADES, Starring Ralph Fiennes
by Cheryl Markosky - Jul 4, 2025
Fiennes captures the voice and gait of actor-manager Sir Henry Irving and Miranda Raison conveys the intuitive nature of actress Ellen Terry in a superb production by director Jeremy Herrin in Fiennes' new season at Theatre Royal Bath.
by Cheryl Markosky - Jul 4, 2025
Fiennes captures the voice and gait of actor-manager Sir Henry Irving and Miranda Raison conveys the intuitive nature of actress Ellen Terry in a superb production by director Jeremy Herrin in Fiennes' new season at Theatre Royal Bath.
Review Roundup: Nicholas Hytner's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Bridge Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 6, 2025
Return to the forest this summer – a dream world of flying fairies, contagious fogs and moonlight revels. The seating is wrapped around the action while the immersive tickets allow the story to be followed on foot. Following its critically-acclaimed run in 2019, the Bridge Theatre’s five-star production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns for a limited run.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 6, 2025
Return to the forest this summer – a dream world of flying fairies, contagious fogs and moonlight revels. The seating is wrapped around the action while the immersive tickets allow the story to be followed on foot. Following its critically-acclaimed run in 2019, the Bridge Theatre’s five-star production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns for a limited run.
DAMBUDZO by Nora Chipaumir and More Set for BAM Fall 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2025
BAM has revealed its programming for Fall 2025 and Next Wave…an expansive slate of dance, music, theater, visual art, family events, holiday fare, and more. See full programming and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2025
BAM has revealed its programming for Fall 2025 and Next Wave…an expansive slate of dance, music, theater, visual art, family events, holiday fare, and more. See full programming and learn more!
The Yard Theatre Reveals Final Events Before Redevelopment
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2025
As The Yard Theatre prepares to close its doors for its major redevelopment, it has announced the final events in its current building. Learn more about the full lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2025
As The Yard Theatre prepares to close its doors for its major redevelopment, it has announced the final events in its current building. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Interview: Theatre Life with Elizabeth Bruce
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 17, 2025
Today’s subject Elizabeth Bruce is currently living her theatre life as the co-host and co-creator of the Creativists in Dialogue podcast. A series that covers a variety of topics as they relate to creativity. The series can be heard on Substack and Spotify.
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 17, 2025
Today’s subject Elizabeth Bruce is currently living her theatre life as the co-host and co-creator of the Creativists in Dialogue podcast. A series that covers a variety of topics as they relate to creativity. The series can be heard on Substack and Spotify.
THE SECRET LIVES OF BABA SEGI’S WIVES Returns To Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
After its hit 2018 UK premiere, the adaptation of the bestselling novel by Lola Shoneyin, a tale of marital power dynamics and sexual politics, will return to Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
After its hit 2018 UK premiere, the adaptation of the bestselling novel by Lola Shoneyin, a tale of marital power dynamics and sexual politics, will return to Arcola Theatre
2025 Critics’ Circle Theatre Award Winners Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025
The Critics’ Circle Drama Section has revealed the winners of this year’s Theatre Awards 2025. These are the only awards to be entirely voted for by the professional theatre critics who are members of the Circle. See the list of winners here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025
The Critics’ Circle Drama Section has revealed the winners of this year’s Theatre Awards 2025. These are the only awards to be entirely voted for by the professional theatre critics who are members of the Circle. See the list of winners here!
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 3/13/2025; Jobs In Finance, Hospitality and More
by - Mar 13, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/13/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - Mar 13, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/13/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 3/6/2025; Jobs In Marketing, Operations and More
by - Mar 6, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/6/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - Mar 6, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/6/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
HEISENBERG, A Queer Reimagining Of Simon Stephens, Comes to Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
Reimagining Simon Stephens' 2015 play a decade later, Katharine Farmer's new direction of Heisenberg reinterprets the story of identity and loneliness as a queer female relationship.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
Reimagining Simon Stephens' 2015 play a decade later, Katharine Farmer's new direction of Heisenberg reinterprets the story of identity and loneliness as a queer female relationship.
DEAR MARTIN Comes to the Arcola Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2025
Following an unexpected friendship between a psychopath in a high security hospital and his secret lover’s husband, Madeleine Brettingham’s debut play Dear Martin is a darkly comic commentary on mental health, connection and redemption.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2025
Following an unexpected friendship between a psychopath in a high security hospital and his secret lover’s husband, Madeleine Brettingham’s debut play Dear Martin is a darkly comic commentary on mental health, connection and redemption.
Yaron Lifschitz Receives International Society for the Performing Arts 2025 Distinguished Artist Award
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2024
Circa’s Artistic Director and CEO Yaron Lifschitz has been announced as the recipient of the International Society for the Performing Arts (ISPA) 2025 Distinguished Artist Award.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2024
Circa’s Artistic Director and CEO Yaron Lifschitz has been announced as the recipient of the International Society for the Performing Arts (ISPA) 2025 Distinguished Artist Award.
Jamael Westman and Tom Moutchi Join WOLVES ON ROAD at the Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024
Bush Theatre has announced that Tom Moutchi and Jamael Westman will appear as guest actors in the world premiere of Wolves On Road, a fast, funny, and furious new play from Beru Tessema (House of Ife), directed by Bush Theatre’s Associate Artistic Director, Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch, August in England).
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024
Bush Theatre has announced that Tom Moutchi and Jamael Westman will appear as guest actors in the world premiere of Wolves On Road, a fast, funny, and furious new play from Beru Tessema (House of Ife), directed by Bush Theatre’s Associate Artistic Director, Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch, August in England).
New Camerata Opera Presents LA TRAGEDIE DE CARMEN
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024
New Camerata Opera announced a November performance of LA TRAGÉDIE DE CARMEN, offering a fresh take on Bizet's classic. The production promises an intimate and powerful experience for opera enthusiasts.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024
New Camerata Opera announced a November performance of LA TRAGÉDIE DE CARMEN, offering a fresh take on Bizet's classic. The production promises an intimate and powerful experience for opera enthusiasts.
Cast Set For LAND OF THE FREE at Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024
A new play exploring the assassination of Abraham Lincoln announced its cast ahead of its opening next month. The production promises a deep dive into the historical event with a fresh perspective.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024
A new play exploring the assassination of Abraham Lincoln announced its cast ahead of its opening next month. The production promises a deep dive into the historical event with a fresh perspective.
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Peter Brook written?
Peter Brook has written 2 shows including Love Is My Sin (Adapter), Why? (Playwright).
What awards has Peter Brook been nominated for?
Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Le Centre International de Créations Théâtricales at La Mama, Outstanding Director (Drama Desk Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Midsummer Night's Dream, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Persecution and Assassination of Marat as performed by the Inmates of the Asylu of Charenton Under the Direction of the Marquis de Sade, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Marat/Sade, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Irma La Douce and Best Direction (Tony Awards) for The Visit.
What awards has Peter Brook won?
Peter Brook has received several prestigious awards throughout his career. He was honored with a Special Citation from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Le Centre International de Créations Théâtricales at La Mama. He won Outstanding Director at the Drama Desk Awards for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Brook also earned the Best Direction of a Play award at the Tony Awards for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Additionally, he received the Best Director award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Persecution and Assassination of Marat as Performed by the Inmates of the Asylum of Charenton Under the Direction of the Marquis de Sade (commonly referred to as Marat/Sade). Furthermore, he won the Best Direction of a Play Tony Award for Marat/Sade.
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