Robert Harling
Latest News on Robert Harling:
People's Light Opens 2026 With STEEL MAGNOLIAS (Dec 18, 2025)
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage (Dec 15, 2025)
STEEL MAGNOLIAS, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' and More Set for Arkansas Repertory Theatre 50th Anniversary Season (Nov 3, 2025)
People's Light Opens 2026 With STEEL MAGNOLIAS (Dec 18, 2025)
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage (Dec 15, 2025)
STEEL MAGNOLIAS, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' and More Set for Arkansas Repertory Theatre 50th Anniversary Season (Nov 3, 2025)
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Steel Magnolias
[ 1989 ] Minister
[ 1989 ] Minister
Soapdish
[ 1991 ] writer
[ 1991 ] writer
The Evening Star
[ 1996 ] writer
[ 1996 ] writer
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] writer
[ 1996 ] writer
Laws of Attraction
[ 2004 ] writer
[ 2004 ] writer
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Comedy of the Year
Robert HarlingSteel Magnolias
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VIDEO: Get a Behind the Scenes Look at the Women of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Drury Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-06-06 12:46:05
DREAMGIRLS, SUNSET BOULEVARD & More Announced for North Carolina Theatre 2022-23 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-29 12:52:53
TV Exclusive: Thank Goodness for Kristin Chenoweth- Watch Highlights from Her LOVE LETTER TO BROADWAY!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-11-04 10:00:13
STAGE TUBE: New Teaser Trailer for East West Players' STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Now Playing
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-09-12 14:15:07
STAGE TUBE: Trailer for Senior Housing Options' STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Now Playing
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-08-02 14:23:30
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - New Clip from Lifetime's New STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Robert Diamond - 2012-09-20 11:09:07
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - New Clip from Lifetime's STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Stage Tube - 2012-09-19 21:53:37
STAGE TUBE: New Trailer Released for Queen Latifah-Led STEEL MAGNOLIAS Film
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-08-21 15:13:50
STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth Sings 'Jesus Take the Wheel' on GCB!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-03-12 12:51:37
STAGE TUBE: Tovah Feldshuh Takes on Mama Rose in BRT's GYPSY- Performance Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-12-08 14:15:53
News
People's Light Opens 2026 With STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025
People's Light kicks off the new year with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias, playing January 14 - February 15, 2026 on the Steinbright Stage. Directed by longtime Company Artist and Artistic Director Emerita Abigail Adams.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025
People's Light kicks off the new year with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias, playing January 14 - February 15, 2026 on the Steinbright Stage. Directed by longtime Company Artist and Artistic Director Emerita Abigail Adams.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage
by Jason Davis - Dec 15, 2025
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage?
by Jason Davis - Dec 15, 2025
What did our critic think of STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Susquehanna Stage?
STEEL MAGNOLIAS, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' and More Set for Arkansas Repertory Theatre 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock has announced its 2026 SummerStage Season, marking the company’s 50th Anniversary. The season includes Steel Magnolias, Ain’t Misbehavin’, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock has announced its 2026 SummerStage Season, marking the company’s 50th Anniversary. The season includes Steel Magnolias, Ain’t Misbehavin’, and more.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to North Star Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
North Star Theater Company will present Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling, directed by Sara Bartlett, running this November, at the North Star Studio Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
North Star Theater Company will present Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling, directed by Sara Bartlett, running this November, at the North Star Studio Theater.
Peninsula Players Theatre Closes 90th Season with STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Emmy Rice - Sep 13, 2025
Peninsula Players Theatre will open the fifth and final show of their 90th season with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias. This beloved and moving comedy runs from September 3 through October 19.
by Emmy Rice - Sep 13, 2025
Peninsula Players Theatre will open the fifth and final show of their 90th season with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias. This beloved and moving comedy runs from September 3 through October 19.
Peninsula Players to Host Pre-Show Seminar with Jennalee Lundquist in Conjunction with STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2025
Peninsula Players Theatre will host a free pre-show seminar with Jennalee Lundquist, Program Director of Senior Life Solutions at Door County Medical Center, on Wednesday, September 17 at 5:30 p.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2025
Peninsula Players Theatre will host a free pre-show seminar with Jennalee Lundquist, Program Director of Senior Life Solutions at Door County Medical Center, on Wednesday, September 17 at 5:30 p.m.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Opens Autumn Season at Peninsula Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
Peninsula Players Theatre will open the fifth and final show of its 90th season with Robert Harling’s “Steel Magnolias,” a hilarious celebration of friendship, heartaches, and hairdos!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
Peninsula Players Theatre will open the fifth and final show of its 90th season with Robert Harling’s “Steel Magnolias,” a hilarious celebration of friendship, heartaches, and hairdos!
Review: Tesseract Theatre Company's STEEL MAGNOLIAS is a Lovely Ode to Community & Friendship
by James Lindhorst - Aug 3, 2025
Steel Magnolias is an actor's piece. Margery A. Handy’s transformative performance is reason enough to spend two and a half hours revisiting Robert Harling’s play.
by James Lindhorst - Aug 3, 2025
Steel Magnolias is an actor's piece. Margery A. Handy’s transformative performance is reason enough to spend two and a half hours revisiting Robert Harling’s play.
Photos: STEEL MAGNOLIAS Opens at Bell Theater in Holmdel
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 29, 2025
The Bell Theater’s star-studded production of Steel Magnolias is now running in Holmdel, NJ through August 10. Directed by Nate Patten, this new staging of Robert Harling’s beloved comedy features a powerhouse cast of Broadway veterans and award nominees. See photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 29, 2025
The Bell Theater’s star-studded production of Steel Magnolias is now running in Holmdel, NJ through August 10. Directed by Nate Patten, this new staging of Robert Harling’s beloved comedy features a powerhouse cast of Broadway veterans and award nominees. See photos from the production.
Full Cast St For UK Tour of INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025
Full casting has been announced for Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts. Led by the previously announced Tom Chambers. Learn more about the UK tour here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025
Full casting has been announced for Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts. Led by the previously announced Tom Chambers. Learn more about the UK tour here!
Photos: STEEL MAGNOLIAS In Rehearsal at Bell Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2025
Take a peek inside the rehearsal room of Steel Magnolias, opening next Friday, July 25, at Bell Theater in Bell Works. Check out photos of the cast!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2025
Take a peek inside the rehearsal room of Steel Magnolias, opening next Friday, July 25, at Bell Theater in Bell Works. Check out photos of the cast!
A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE & More Leads BroadwayWorld's St. Louis Summer 2025 Theater Picks
by James Lindhorst - Jul 15, 2025
Among the most highly anticipated theatrical events in St. Louis this summer is the mainstage production at the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis (TWSTL.) In celebration of their 10th Anniversary Season, TWSTL is staging William’s seminal work A Streetcar Named Desire.
by James Lindhorst - Jul 15, 2025
Among the most highly anticipated theatrical events in St. Louis this summer is the mainstage production at the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis (TWSTL.) In celebration of their 10th Anniversary Season, TWSTL is staging William’s seminal work A Streetcar Named Desire.
Charlotte d'Amboise, Amy Spanger and More to Star in STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Bell Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025
A beloved celebration of friendship and community, Steel Magnolias has become an American cultural classic on stage and screen. Robert Harling’s original play comes to Bell Theater at Bell Works this summer with a starry cast of Broadway icons. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025
A beloved celebration of friendship and community, Steel Magnolias has become an American cultural classic on stage and screen. Robert Harling’s original play comes to Bell Theater at Bell Works this summer with a starry cast of Broadway icons. Learn more!
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to The Avalon Theatre in Marysville This July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
Chinquapin Parish takes center stage this summer as Avalon Productions brings Steel Magnolias to The Avalon Theatre in Marysville, OH. The beloved Southern dramedy by Robert Harling will run for four performances only, July 10 through 12, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
Chinquapin Parish takes center stage this summer as Avalon Productions brings Steel Magnolias to The Avalon Theatre in Marysville, OH. The beloved Southern dramedy by Robert Harling will run for four performances only, July 10 through 12, 2025.
Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival Reveals 2025 Winners
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025
The Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival (PSYPF) has announced the two winning playwrights for its 2025 season. Learn more about the winners and their productions here!
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025
The Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival (PSYPF) has announced the two winning playwrights for its 2025 season. Learn more about the winners and their productions here!
STEEL MAGNOLIAS, TWELFTH NIGHT, and More Set For People's Light 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025
People's Light has announced its 2025/26 season, a dynamic blend of world premieres, time-honored classics and searing social reflection, continuing the theatre's bold tradition of art that inspires conversation, community and change.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025
People's Light has announced its 2025/26 season, a dynamic blend of world premieres, time-honored classics and searing social reflection, continuing the theatre's bold tradition of art that inspires conversation, community and change.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Opens Shop at Milford, DE's Second Street Players
by Emmy Rice - Apr 27, 2025
Second Street Players will present its 2025 spring production, the much-loved, comedy drama, Steel Magnolias. Directed by Becky Craft and Assistant Director Glen Pruitt, Steel Magnolias will be held at the Riverfront Theater.
by Emmy Rice - Apr 27, 2025
Second Street Players will present its 2025 spring production, the much-loved, comedy drama, Steel Magnolias. Directed by Becky Craft and Assistant Director Glen Pruitt, Steel Magnolias will be held at the Riverfront Theater.
PlayMakers Rep Names Tina CoyneSmith Director Of External Relations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025
PlayMakers Repertory Company has revealed a major addition to its leadership team. Tina CoyneSmith has joined the company as its new Director of External Relations after a nationwide search. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025
PlayMakers Repertory Company has revealed a major addition to its leadership team. Tina CoyneSmith has joined the company as its new Director of External Relations after a nationwide search. Learn more!
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to Ann Arbor Civic Theatre In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre to present the beloved classic Steel Magnolias, by Robert Harling, directed by Lindsey Brown. Performances are May 8-11, 2025 at The Arthur Miller Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre to present the beloved classic Steel Magnolias, by Robert Harling, directed by Lindsey Brown. Performances are May 8-11, 2025 at The Arthur Miller Theatre.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Set as Theatre Fairfield’s Final Show of the 2024-2025 Season
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025
Theatre Fairfield, the production company of Fairfield University’s theatre program, will conclude its 2024-2025 season with Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025
Theatre Fairfield, the production company of Fairfield University’s theatre program, will conclude its 2024-2025 season with Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Robert Harling written?
Robert Harling has written 2 shows including Steel Magnolias (Playwright), First Wives Club: The Musical (Source Material).
What awards has Robert Harling been nominated for?
and Comedy of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Steel Magnolias.
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