Richard Bean
Latest News on Richard Bean:
Exclusive: Laura Linney Wants You To Do Community Theater (Feb 27, 2026)
Ora Jones, Issy van Randwyck and More to Star in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at CST (Feb 23, 2026)
Video: Kevin Kline, Aaron Tveit, & More in First Trailer for Theater Series AMERICAN CLASSIC (Feb 5, 2026)
Exclusive: Laura Linney Wants You To Do Community Theater (Feb 27, 2026)
Ora Jones, Issy van Randwyck and More to Star in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at CST (Feb 23, 2026)
Video: Kevin Kline, Aaron Tveit, & More in First Trailer for Theater Series AMERICAN CLASSIC (Feb 5, 2026)
BIO
Richard Bean’s plays include England People Very Nice for the National, The Heretic, Harvest (winner of the 2006 Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Play), Honeymoon Suite, Under the Whaleback and Toast for the Royal Court and The Big Fellah for Out of Joint at the Lyric Hammersmith and on tour. He adapted David Mamet’s House of Games and wrote a new version of The Hypochondriac for the Almeida Theatre.
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Awards and Nominations
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Evening Standard Awards - 2011 - Best Play
Richard Bean, One Man, Two Guvnors
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Evening Standard Awards - 2011 - Best Play
Richard BeanThe Heretic
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Comedy
Richard BeanEngland People Very Nice
Videos
Video: Kevin Kline Takes Center Stage in First Trailer for Theater Series AMERICAN CLASSIC
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-05 11:23:13
Broadway Rewind: James Corden Returns to Broadway in ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-08-31 17:25:20
VIDEO: National Theatre's ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS Starring James Corden, Streaming Now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-04-02 14:21:00
TV: THE NAP Company Takes Its Shot! Go Inside Opening Night
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2018-09-29 13:00:47
TV: What is Richard Bean's THE NAP All About? The Broadway-Bound Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-08-05 13:00:47
STAGE TUBE: James Corden on Getting Engaged, David Beckham and More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-06-20 11:20:06
STAGE TUBE: ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS' James Corden Talks His NY Experience
by Stage Tube - 2012-06-01 16:48:12
News
Exclusive: Laura Linney Wants You To Do Community Theater
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2026
Laura Linney stars in American Classic, a new TV series that spotlights community and the power of live theater. The series premieres on MGM+ this Sunday, March 1.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2026
Laura Linney stars in American Classic, a new TV series that spotlights community and the power of live theater. The series premieres on MGM+ this Sunday, March 1.
Ora Jones, Issy van Randwyck and More to Star in THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR at CST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for The Merry Wives of Windsor, an endlessly entertaining new take of Shakespeare’s most raucous comedy.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for The Merry Wives of Windsor, an endlessly entertaining new take of Shakespeare’s most raucous comedy.
Video: Kevin Kline, Aaron Tveit, & More in First Trailer for Theater Series AMERICAN CLASSIC
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026
Kevin Kline is returning to his stage roots in the first trailer for American Classic, the theater-themed comedy series starring the Tony and Academy Award-winner.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026
Kevin Kline is returning to his stage roots in the first trailer for American Classic, the theater-themed comedy series starring the Tony and Academy Award-winner.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN, ARCADIA and More Set for Cygnet Theatre 22nd Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2026
Cygnet Theatre has announced the eight productions that will make up its 2026–27 season, marking the company’s 22nd season overall and its second season at The Joan in the Arts District Liberty Station.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2026
Cygnet Theatre has announced the eight productions that will make up its 2026–27 season, marking the company’s 22nd season overall and its second season at The Joan in the Arts District Liberty Station.
Review: ONE MAN, TWO GUV'NORS: A Laugh Out Loud Farce Filled With Surprises At CVRep
by June August - Jan 22, 2026
Whether or not you are familiar with this chaotic style of British comedy, Richard Bean’s One Man, Two Guv’nors offers an enjoyable introduction to fast-paced, wacky farce. And I mean wacky. There’s nothing serious or thought-provoking about it. There’s enough of that on the news. And “guv’nor” has nothing to do with politics. It’s a colloquial British term for one’s boss or employer, in this case two employers. Bean adapted the play, set in 1963 Brighton, from Carlo Goldoni’s 18th century classic The Servant of Two Masters.
by June August - Jan 22, 2026
Whether or not you are familiar with this chaotic style of British comedy, Richard Bean’s One Man, Two Guv’nors offers an enjoyable introduction to fast-paced, wacky farce. And I mean wacky. There’s nothing serious or thought-provoking about it. There’s enough of that on the news. And “guv’nor” has nothing to do with politics. It’s a colloquial British term for one’s boss or employer, in this case two employers. Bean adapted the play, set in 1963 Brighton, from Carlo Goldoni’s 18th century classic The Servant of Two Masters.
Photos: First-Look at MGM+ Theater Series AMERICAN CLASSIC; Aaron Tveit, Tony Shalhoub, & More Join Cast
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2026
MGM+ has shared a first look at the theater-themed comedy series American Classic starring Kevin Kline, Laura Linney, and Jon Tenney. Newly announced cast members include Aaron Tveit, Tony Shalhoub, and Stephen Spinella. Check out photos from the show now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2026
MGM+ has shared a first look at the theater-themed comedy series American Classic starring Kevin Kline, Laura Linney, and Jon Tenney. Newly announced cast members include Aaron Tveit, Tony Shalhoub, and Stephen Spinella. Check out photos from the show now.
ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS Will Return to Stream on National Theatre Live
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
National Theatre at Home has announced the addition of James Corden's smash hit One Man, Two Guvnors and Indhu Rubasingham's Bacchae to its winter offering.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
National Theatre at Home has announced the addition of James Corden's smash hit One Man, Two Guvnors and Indhu Rubasingham's Bacchae to its winter offering.
Review: ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS at A Noise Within
by Evan Henerson - Sep 12, 2025
Staged with take-no-prisoners verve by Julia Rodriguez-Elliott and Geoff Elliott, Richard Bean’s romp of a play is a joyride through a 60s England in which would-be actors ham it up gleefully, blondes are dizzy, would-be lovers are temporarily thwarted, and positively everybody is ready to cut loose to the strains of a Beatles-inspired skiffle band.
by Evan Henerson - Sep 12, 2025
Staged with take-no-prisoners verve by Julia Rodriguez-Elliott and Geoff Elliott, Richard Bean’s romp of a play is a joyride through a 60s England in which would-be actors ham it up gleefully, blondes are dizzy, would-be lovers are temporarily thwarted, and positively everybody is ready to cut loose to the strains of a Beatles-inspired skiffle band.
ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS to Open A Noise Within 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025
Launching A Noise Within’s “Songs from the Volcano” 2025-36 season, One Man, Two Guvnors is British playwright Richard Bean’s hilarious, Tony Award-winning adaptation of Goldoni’s classic 1783 farce, The Servant of Two Masters. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025
Launching A Noise Within’s “Songs from the Volcano” 2025-36 season, One Man, Two Guvnors is British playwright Richard Bean’s hilarious, Tony Award-winning adaptation of Goldoni’s classic 1783 farce, The Servant of Two Masters. Learn more!
Review: THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION at New Canaan Town Players
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jun 15, 2025
Even if you saw the movie, don't miss this rarely performed play at The Powerhouse Theatre in Waveny Park, New Canaan.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jun 15, 2025
Even if you saw the movie, don't miss this rarely performed play at The Powerhouse Theatre in Waveny Park, New Canaan.
Review: HOUSE OF GAMES, Hampstead Theatre
by Gary Naylor - May 13, 2025
Beautifully performed, but somewhat vanilla, Richard Bean's adaptation lacks a necessary bite
by Gary Naylor - May 13, 2025
Beautifully performed, but somewhat vanilla, Richard Bean's adaptation lacks a necessary bite
Laura Linney Joins MGM+ Theater Series AMERICAN CLASSIC
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025
Laura Linney is set to star alongside Kevin Kline and Jon Tenney in American Classic, the upcoming half-hour theater-themed series from co-creators Michael Hoffman and Bob Martin.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025
Laura Linney is set to star alongside Kevin Kline and Jon Tenney in American Classic, the upcoming half-hour theater-themed series from co-creators Michael Hoffman and Bob Martin.
ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS and More Set for A Noise Within's 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
A Noise Within will present its “Songs from the Volcano” 2025-26 season of six classic plays. Launching the season in September is British playwright Richard Bean’s Tony Award-winning One Man, Two Guvnors. Learn more about the season here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
A Noise Within will present its “Songs from the Volcano” 2025-26 season of six classic plays. Launching the season in September is British playwright Richard Bean’s Tony Award-winning One Man, Two Guvnors. Learn more about the season here!
Full Cast Set For David Mamet's HOUSE OF GAMES at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast for House of Games, a new production of Richard Bean's gripping adaptation of David Mamet's noir thriller.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast for House of Games, a new production of Richard Bean's gripping adaptation of David Mamet's noir thriller.
Kat Rose-Martin Joins The Stephen Joseph Theatre on 18-Month Attachment
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
The Stephen Joseph Theatre will welcome playwright Kat Rose-Martin on attachment for 18 months. Learn more about Kat and find out what her plans are at the theatre here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
The Stephen Joseph Theatre will welcome playwright Kat Rose-Martin on attachment for 18 months. Learn more about Kat and find out what her plans are at the theatre here!
BRITS OFF BROADWAY Festival Lineup Announced At 59E59 Theaters
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
59E59 Theaters has announced its Brits Off Broadway season (April 22-June 29), the beloved annual festival that celebrates the best of independent British theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
59E59 Theaters has announced its Brits Off Broadway season (April 22-June 29), the beloved annual festival that celebrates the best of independent British theater.
Peggy Ramsay Reveals Announces Recipients Of 2025 Playwrights '73 Award
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025
The Peggy Ramsay Foundation will take primary responsibility for funding the Playwrights ‘73 Award, which places 4 playwrights with 4 theatres around the UK for 18 months and funds them to write a new play.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025
The Peggy Ramsay Foundation will take primary responsibility for funding the Playwrights ‘73 Award, which places 4 playwrights with 4 theatres around the UK for 18 months and funds them to write a new play.
HOUSE OF GAMES and More Set For Hampstead Theatre's Spring 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025
Hampstead Theatre has announced details of its Spring 2025 season. The new programme, which runs from March to June, includes two world premieres and more.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025
Hampstead Theatre has announced details of its Spring 2025 season. The new programme, which runs from March to June, includes two world premieres and more.
Kevin Kline Set to Play Broadway Actor in New MGM+ Series AMERICAN CLASSIC
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 28, 2025
MGM+ has announced an eight-episode series order for American Classic, a half-hour comedy series starring Tony-winner Kevin Kline as Broadway actor Richard Bean.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 28, 2025
MGM+ has announced an eight-episode series order for American Classic, a half-hour comedy series starring Tony-winner Kevin Kline as Broadway actor Richard Bean.
Review Roundup: REYKJAVIK at Hampstead Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2024
See what the critics are saying about Reykjavík plays at Hampstead Theatre. Read the reviews for Richard Bean’s play and learn more about the production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2024
See what the critics are saying about Reykjavík plays at Hampstead Theatre. Read the reviews for Richard Bean’s play and learn more about the production.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Richard Bean written?
Richard Bean has written 4 shows including One Man, Two Guvnors (Playwright), Toast (Playwright), Young Marx (Playwright), The Nap (Playwright).
What awards has Richard Bean been nominated for?
Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for One Man, Two Guvnors, Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for The Heretic and Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for England People Very Nice.
What awards has Richard Bean won?
Richard Bean has won the Best Play award at the Evening Standard Awards for One Man, Two Guvnors and the Best Play award at the Evening Standard Awards for The Heretic.
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