Simon Friend
Simon Friend is a producer whose BroadwayWorld credits include August: Osage County, The Truth (Zeller), and Paranormal Activity.
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The creative team of Paranormal Activity: scenic and costume designer Fly Davis, sound designer Gareth Fry, producer Simon Friend, director Felix Barrett, playwright Levi Holloway, lighting designer Anna Watson, illusions designer Chris Fisher
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09/16/2026
From: Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Celebrates Broadway Opening Night
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Video: Watch Carrie Hope Fletcher Perform New Song from THE CROWN JEWELS
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-07-02 16:15:55
Photos/Video: Inside Rehearsal For THE CROWN JEWELS at the Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2023-06-20 07:20:01
News
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends Broadway Run Through February 2027
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 9, 2026
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY will continue to haunt Broadway for eight additional weeks due to popular demand. Written by Levi Holloway, and directed by Felix Barrett, PARANORMAL ACTIVITY will now play at Broadway’s August Wilson Theatre through February 28, 2027.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 9, 2026
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY will continue to haunt Broadway for eight additional weeks due to popular demand. Written by Levi Holloway, and directed by Felix Barrett, PARANORMAL ACTIVITY will now play at Broadway’s August Wilson Theatre through February 28, 2027.
THE TRUTH to Return to West End July 2027 Ahead of UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Florian Zeller's comedy THE TRUTH reunites Stephen Mangan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee for a 12-week West End run at Theatre Royal Haymarket, followed by UK tour dates in Brighton, Canterbury, Birmingham and Glasgow.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Florian Zeller's comedy THE TRUTH reunites Stephen Mangan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee for a 12-week West End run at Theatre Royal Haymarket, followed by UK tour dates in Brighton, Canterbury, Birmingham and Glasgow.
Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Hosts Opening Gala Celebration
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
All new photos have been released from the Opening Gala Celebration of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY on Broadway. Learn more about the show and check out the photos below!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
All new photos have been released from the Opening Gala Celebration of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY on Broadway. Learn more about the show and check out the photos below!
Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Celebrates Broadway Opening Night
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026
See photos from the Broadway opening night celebration of Paranormal Activity, starring Cher Álvarez, Travis A. Knight, Shannon Cochran and Eva Kaminsky at the August Wilson Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026
See photos from the Broadway opening night celebration of Paranormal Activity, starring Cher Álvarez, Travis A. Knight, Shannon Cochran and Eva Kaminsky at the August Wilson Theatre.
M3GAN Musical Adaptation of Horror Film Could Be Next for PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Producer
by Michael Gioia - Sep 3, 2026
Could M3GAN, the child-sized humanoid AI robot doll that kills anyone in her path, storm Broadway? Jason Blum, the producer of the 2022 sci-fi horror film, said there is absolutely a possibility she could.
by Michael Gioia - Sep 3, 2026
Could M3GAN, the child-sized humanoid AI robot doll that kills anyone in her path, storm Broadway? Jason Blum, the producer of the 2022 sci-fi horror film, said there is absolutely a possibility she could.
Photos: Meet the Cast of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Aug 20, 2026
Previews are now underway for PARANORMAL ACTIVITY, which began Broadway performances on Friday, August 14, 2026, and officially opens Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at the August Wilson Theatre for a strictly limited, 20-week run. The company just met the press and you can check out photos from inside the big day here.
by Bruce Glikas - Aug 20, 2026
Previews are now underway for PARANORMAL ACTIVITY, which began Broadway performances on Friday, August 14, 2026, and officially opens Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at the August Wilson Theatre for a strictly limited, 20-week run. The company just met the press and you can check out photos from inside the big day here.
THE TRUTH to Add Extra Performance at Apollo Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026
An additional matinee has been added for THE TRUTH at the Apollo Theatre, starring Stephen Mangan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee, due to popular demand.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026
An additional matinee has been added for THE TRUTH at the Apollo Theatre, starring Stephen Mangan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Hadland and Janie Dee, due to popular demand.
New Musical YOUNG ROMANTICS in Development With Music and Lyrics by Bastille's Dan Smith
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2026
A new musical is in development with music and lyrics by Bastille’s Dan Smith. Young Romantics is a coming-of-age musical about five complicated friends chasing creative and romantic freedom, but at what cost?
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2026
A new musical is in development with music and lyrics by Bastille’s Dan Smith. Young Romantics is a coming-of-age musical about five complicated friends chasing creative and romantic freedom, but at what cost?
Lesley Manville and Anna Maxwell Martin Will Lead AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY West End Revival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2026
August: Osage County will return to London's West End in 2027, starring Lesley Manville as Violet Weston, and Anna Maxwell Martin as Barbara Fordham. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2026
August: Osage County will return to London's West End in 2027, starring Lesley Manville as Violet Weston, and Anna Maxwell Martin as Barbara Fordham. Learn more here!
ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL to Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2026
Melting Pot will present the West End premiere of ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL at the Garrick Theatre, with Jamie Muscato and Sharon Rose reprising their roles as Dex and Em from the world premiere production.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2026
Melting Pot will present the West End premiere of ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL at the Garrick Theatre, with Jamie Muscato and Sharon Rose reprising their roles as Dex and Em from the world premiere production.
Cast Set For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Fourth Extension at Ambassadors Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026
Ty Fanning, Ami Okumura Jones, Kirsty Bushell, and Pippa Winslow are set to lead the West End return of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at the Ambassadors Theatre for its fourth extension.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026
Ty Fanning, Ami Okumura Jones, Kirsty Bushell, and Pippa Winslow are set to lead the West End return of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY at the Ambassadors Theatre for its fourth extension.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY to Play Milton Keynes Theatre With Full Cast Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
The stage production of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY has announced its cast ahead of a run at Milton Keynes Theatre, with tickets now on sale through ATG Entertainment.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
The stage production of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY has announced its cast ahead of a run at Milton Keynes Theatre, with tickets now on sale through ATG Entertainment.
Cast Set For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY on Broadway and in Boston
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
The complete cast has been announced for the Boston and Broadway productions of the Olivier Award nominated new play PARANORMAL ACTIVITY. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
The complete cast has been announced for the Boston and Broadway productions of the Olivier Award nominated new play PARANORMAL ACTIVITY. Learn more about the cast here!
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Extend Again in London's West End
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Following the recent announcement that Paranormal Activity is set to return to its West End home, a fourth extension has been announced, following demand ahead of reopening in the capital.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Following the recent announcement that Paranormal Activity is set to return to its West End home, a fourth extension has been announced, following demand ahead of reopening in the capital.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2026- EVERY BRILLIANT THING Tops the Grosses and More
by - May 20, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 20, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
THE HOUSEMAID Stage Adaptation in Development From Lionsgate
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026
A stage adaptation of The Housemaid, the popular Freida McFadden novel and subsequent 2025 film, is being developed by Lionsgate. Simon Friend and Hanna Osmolska are on board to produce.
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026
A stage adaptation of The Housemaid, the popular Freida McFadden novel and subsequent 2025 film, is being developed by Lionsgate. Simon Friend and Hanna Osmolska are on board to produce.
Stephen Mangan, Ardal O’Hanlon, Sarah Hadland, and Janie Dee Will Lead THE TRUTH
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
London's West End will welcome a new production of The Truth this summer - the acclaimed comedy written by Academy Award-winning and two-time Olivier-nominated playwright Florian Zeller in a translation by Christopher Hampton.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
London's West End will welcome a new production of The Truth this summer - the acclaimed comedy written by Academy Award-winning and two-time Olivier-nominated playwright Florian Zeller in a translation by Christopher Hampton.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The West End hit Paranormal Activity will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour from September 2026. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The West End hit Paranormal Activity will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour from September 2026. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Return to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Paranormal Activity will return to its Ambassadors Theatre home this August after a brief hiatus, marking a third extension for the hit production. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Paranormal Activity will return to its Ambassadors Theatre home this August after a brief hiatus, marking a third extension for the hit production. Learn more here!
INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS Set for Milton Keynes Theatre in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
Milton Keynes Theatre will present INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS, a thrilling stage adaptation, from March 17-21.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
Milton Keynes Theatre will present INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS, a thrilling stage adaptation, from March 17-21.
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