Pierre Corneille
Birth Place: FRANCE
Latest News on Pierre Corneille:
Jay O. Sanders, Nik Walker & More Join Red Bull Theater's REVELATION READINGS Series (Feb 5, 2026)
L'Alliance New York to Stage THE ILLUSION at Florence Gould Theater (Jan 28, 2026)
Red Bull Theater To Present SEJANUS IN REVELATION Readings SerIes (Jan 21, 2026)
Jay O. Sanders, Nik Walker & More Join Red Bull Theater's REVELATION READINGS Series (Feb 5, 2026)
L'Alliance New York to Stage THE ILLUSION at Florence Gould Theater (Jan 28, 2026)
Red Bull Theater To Present SEJANUS IN REVELATION Readings SerIes (Jan 21, 2026)
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 1995 - Best Revival of a Play or Comedy
Pierre CorneilleLe Cid
Videos
STAGE TUBE: Artists Rep's THE LIAR Company Performs 'A Note About the Verse'
by Stage Tube - 2015-06-12 21:45:51
STAGE TUBE: Shenkman, Mantello, et al. on ANGELS IN AMERICA's Relevance
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-02-24 14:38:11
News
Jay O. Sanders, Nik Walker & More Join Red Bull Theater's REVELATION READINGS Series
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026
Red Bull Theater has announced the next presentation in its Revelation Readings series. The program will feature The Illusion by Corneille in a version by Ranjit Bolt.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026
Red Bull Theater has announced the next presentation in its Revelation Readings series. The program will feature The Illusion by Corneille in a version by Ranjit Bolt.
L'Alliance New York to Stage THE ILLUSION at Florence Gould Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
L'Alliance New York will present an upcoming performance of Pierre Corneille's The Illusion, translated by Ranjit Bolt at the Florence Gould Theater. This is a collaboration with Red Bull Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
L'Alliance New York will present an upcoming performance of Pierre Corneille's The Illusion, translated by Ranjit Bolt at the Florence Gould Theater. This is a collaboration with Red Bull Theater.
Red Bull Theater To Present SEJANUS IN REVELATION Readings SerIes
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Red Bull Theater will present Sejanus by Ben Jonson as part of its OBIE Award–winning Revelation Readings series. Adapted and directed by Nathan Winkelstein, the reading will be performed live in New York and streamed online.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Red Bull Theater will present Sejanus by Ben Jonson as part of its OBIE Award–winning Revelation Readings series. Adapted and directed by Nathan Winkelstein, the reading will be performed live in New York and streamed online.
Cast and Creatives Set For AN IDEAL HUSBAND at A.R.T./New York Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
The Storm Theatre Company announced the cast and creative team for for its upcoming production of An Ideal Husband, the classic play by Oscar Wilde which will be presented at The Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at A.R.T./New York Theatres.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
The Storm Theatre Company announced the cast and creative team for for its upcoming production of An Ideal Husband, the classic play by Oscar Wilde which will be presented at The Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at A.R.T./New York Theatres.
L’Alliance New York Unveils Winter 2026 Season Of Dance, Theatre, Film, And Music
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
L’Alliance New York has announced its Winter 2026 programming, featuring dance, theatre, cinema, and interdisciplinary events across its Skyroom and the Florence Gould Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2025
L’Alliance New York has announced its Winter 2026 programming, featuring dance, theatre, cinema, and interdisciplinary events across its Skyroom and the Florence Gould Theater.
MEDEE Comes to the National Theatre in Prague
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025
Although written to a French libretto in Paris, Médée clearly reveals his having been inspired by Italian music music, thus being a direct precursor of Rossini’s, Donizetti’s and Bellini’s operas.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025
Although written to a French libretto in Paris, Médée clearly reveals his having been inspired by Italian music music, thus being a direct precursor of Rossini’s, Donizetti’s and Bellini’s operas.
Feature: THE 39 STEPS at The Colonial Theatre Of Rhode Island
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jul 31, 2024
A cast of four in a hilarious spoof of Hitchcock's film noir, complete with a high-speed chase across London and Scotland.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jul 31, 2024
A cast of four in a hilarious spoof of Hitchcock's film noir, complete with a high-speed chase across London and Scotland.
Tony Kushner Joins Rachel Maddow at Provincetown Town Hall This May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024
The Provincetown Bookshop has announced that Tony Kushner, the Pulitzer Prize winning playwright of Angels in America, will join Rachel Maddow, the Emmy-Award winning author and host of MSNBC’s The Rachel Maddow Show, for its special live event: An Evening with Rachel Maddow on Memorial Day Weekend, Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 6:30 PM EDT at Provincetown Town Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024
The Provincetown Bookshop has announced that Tony Kushner, the Pulitzer Prize winning playwright of Angels in America, will join Rachel Maddow, the Emmy-Award winning author and host of MSNBC’s The Rachel Maddow Show, for its special live event: An Evening with Rachel Maddow on Memorial Day Weekend, Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 6:30 PM EDT at Provincetown Town Hall.
Review: EL CID at The Rollins Theatre At The Long Center
by Sabrina Wallace - Nov 14, 2023
Presented as a bilingual play, 'El Cid' captivates the audience with moments of theatrical brilliance, courtesy of the outstanding and diverse ensemble cast. They adeptly navigate the moral dilemmas surrounding honor, love, and justice, contributing to the play's overall impact.
by Sabrina Wallace - Nov 14, 2023
Presented as a bilingual play, 'El Cid' captivates the audience with moments of theatrical brilliance, courtesy of the outstanding and diverse ensemble cast. They adeptly navigate the moral dilemmas surrounding honor, love, and justice, contributing to the play's overall impact.
Wright State Theatre to Present THE LIAR Beginning This Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 24, 2023
Wright State Theatre will present David Ives' adaptation of Pierre Corneille's comedic play, THE LIAR from September 29-October 8. Get event and ticket information here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 24, 2023
Wright State Theatre will present David Ives' adaptation of Pierre Corneille's comedic play, THE LIAR from September 29-October 8. Get event and ticket information here!
DON QUIXOTE to be Presented as Part of Red Bull Theater's Hispanic Golden Age Classics Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2023
Discover the upcoming production of DON QUIXOTE presented by Red Bull Theater as part of their Hispanic Golden Age Classics Series. Get details on the dates and venue for this exciting adaptation of Cervantes' iconic work. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this timeless tale brought to life on stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2023
Discover the upcoming production of DON QUIXOTE presented by Red Bull Theater as part of their Hispanic Golden Age Classics Series. Get details on the dates and venue for this exciting adaptation of Cervantes' iconic work. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this timeless tale brought to life on stage.
Wright State Theatre and Dance to Present THE LIAR, CABARET, and More in 2023-24 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 6, 2023
Wright State Theatre will present a season of riotous comedy, thoughtful drama, classic and contemporary musicals. In a season the features the stories of rising independence, tragic consequences and joyful discovery, audiences will experience one of their most eclectic and varied seasons in recent memory.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 6, 2023
Wright State Theatre will present a season of riotous comedy, thoughtful drama, classic and contemporary musicals. In a season the features the stories of rising independence, tragic consequences and joyful discovery, audiences will experience one of their most eclectic and varied seasons in recent memory.
American Players Theatre Announces 2023 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2022
American Players Theatre has announced its 2023 lineup, to run June 10 – October 8, with the shoulder season production opening in late October.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2022
American Players Theatre has announced its 2023 lineup, to run June 10 – October 8, with the shoulder season production opening in late October.
Red Bull Theater Announces SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2022 Featuring Larissa FastHorse, Stephen Adly Guirgis & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2022
Red Bull Theater today announced the eight world premieres in this year’s Short New Play Festival 2022. This in-person event is the latest installment of Red Bull’s renowned annual new play festival of classically inspired ten-minute plays.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2022
Red Bull Theater today announced the eight world premieres in this year’s Short New Play Festival 2022. This in-person event is the latest installment of Red Bull’s renowned annual new play festival of classically inspired ten-minute plays.
Tony Kushner, Charles Busch, and More Join THE PATSY Talkbacks
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2022
Transport Group has announced that it will host a talkback series following upcoming performances of its acclaimed production of The Patsy. Guests include playwrights Tony Kushner and Charles Busch and creator of “Be Kind Rewind” Isabel Custodio.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2022
Transport Group has announced that it will host a talkback series following upcoming performances of its acclaimed production of The Patsy. Guests include playwrights Tony Kushner and Charles Busch and creator of “Be Kind Rewind” Isabel Custodio.
Joanna Pickering's Trilogy TRUTH LIES AND DECEPTION Premieres in Paris
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2021
Pickering's Trilogy: Truth, Lies and Deception will have its premier at Le Pavé d’Orsay Theatre in the heart of Paris on December 16th. The trilogy contains three short plays Cat and Mouse, Sylvie and Sly and Beach Break.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2021
Pickering's Trilogy: Truth, Lies and Deception will have its premier at Le Pavé d’Orsay Theatre in the heart of Paris on December 16th. The trilogy contains three short plays Cat and Mouse, Sylvie and Sly and Beach Break.
Atlantic Theater Company and Atlantic Acting School Announce TECHNIQUE TUESDAYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2021
Atlantic has announced a new lineup of free virtual Technique Tuesday classes, every Tuesday March 9 - April 13 at 5:30pm ET for those seeking a creative release during this time. Technique Tuesdays are free hour-long acting workshops rooted in the Atlantic Acting School technique, led by renowned school faculty and Atlantic Ensemble members.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2021
Atlantic has announced a new lineup of free virtual Technique Tuesday classes, every Tuesday March 9 - April 13 at 5:30pm ET for those seeking a creative release during this time. Technique Tuesdays are free hour-long acting workshops rooted in the Atlantic Acting School technique, led by renowned school faculty and Atlantic Ensemble members.
Tony Kushner & Sarah Vowell Lincoln Discussion At The Town Hall Postponed
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2020
Pulitzer Prize winning author Tony Kushner and best-selling author Sarah Vowell in conversation about Lincoln's Legacy on Thursday, March 5 at The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd Street) has been postponed until the fall (before the Presidential selection), due to a scheduling conflict. Full ticket refunds will be available at the point of purchase.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2020
Pulitzer Prize winning author Tony Kushner and best-selling author Sarah Vowell in conversation about Lincoln's Legacy on Thursday, March 5 at The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd Street) has been postponed until the fall (before the Presidential selection), due to a scheduling conflict. Full ticket refunds will be available at the point of purchase.
A COUR: AYRES DE COUR DES GRANDS MAITRES DE LA TRAGEDIE LYRIQUE at NYU Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 23, 2019
Mired in decadence and shrouded in subtlety, French court culture found no better expression than the intimate, sensual, and seductively nuanced Air de Cour. Yet, at the apex of the Ancien Régime, Bon-Goût tangles with Sprezzatura, as a Mazarin Italian import and Tuscan peasant's son becomes 'Surintendant de la Musique du Roi.' The monumental Tragédie Lyrique and the Comédie-Ballet of Jean Baptiste Lully, né Giovanni Battista Lulli, gradually eclipse the Air de Cour, as a glittering age hungry for spectacle swiftly hurdles towards its end.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 23, 2019
Mired in decadence and shrouded in subtlety, French court culture found no better expression than the intimate, sensual, and seductively nuanced Air de Cour. Yet, at the apex of the Ancien Régime, Bon-Goût tangles with Sprezzatura, as a Mazarin Italian import and Tuscan peasant's son becomes 'Surintendant de la Musique du Roi.' The monumental Tragédie Lyrique and the Comédie-Ballet of Jean Baptiste Lully, né Giovanni Battista Lulli, gradually eclipse the Air de Cour, as a glittering age hungry for spectacle swiftly hurdles towards its end.
California Shakespeare Theater Continues Its 45th Season With THE GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2019
California Shakespeare Theater continues its 2019 summer season with The Good Person of Szechwan by Bertolt Brecht, translated by Wendy Arons and adapted by Tony Kushner, playing July 3 through July 21, 2019 at the Bruns Amphitheater. A Pay What You Can performance will be held on Wednesday, July 3. Tickets will be available starting at 10am on the day of the show through TodayTix and the Cal Shakes Box Office at 510.548.9666.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2019
California Shakespeare Theater continues its 2019 summer season with The Good Person of Szechwan by Bertolt Brecht, translated by Wendy Arons and adapted by Tony Kushner, playing July 3 through July 21, 2019 at the Bruns Amphitheater. A Pay What You Can performance will be held on Wednesday, July 3. Tickets will be available starting at 10am on the day of the show through TodayTix and the Cal Shakes Box Office at 510.548.9666.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Pierre Corneille written?
Pierre Corneille has written 1 shows including Le Cid (Playwright).
What awards has Pierre Corneille been nominated for?
and Best Revival of a Play or Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Le Cid.
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