Stephen Poliakoff
Latest News on Stephen Poliakoff:
The Bush Theatre Will Host AN EVENING WITH SIR LENNY HENRY Fundraising Event (Dec 12, 2024)
The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks Add Additional Dates in the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG (Dec 4, 2024)
Ore Oduba to Join CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour (Nov 4, 2024)
The Bush Theatre Will Host AN EVENING WITH SIR LENNY HENRY Fundraising Event (Dec 12, 2024)
The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks Add Additional Dates in the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG (Dec 4, 2024)
Ore Oduba to Join CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour (Nov 4, 2024)
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Olivier Awards - 1997 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year
Stephen PoliakoffBlinded By The Sun
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Evening Standard Awards - 1975 - Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright
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The Bush Theatre Will Host AN EVENING WITH SIR LENNY HENRY Fundraising Event
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024
The Bush Theatre has announced An Evening with Sir Lenny Henry, a fundraiser for the theatre which will take place at the west London venue for one night only in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024
The Bush Theatre has announced An Evening with Sir Lenny Henry, a fundraiser for the theatre which will take place at the west London venue for one night only in January
The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks Add Additional Dates in the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024
Further dates have been set for The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks as The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024
Further dates have been set for The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks as The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
Ore Oduba to Join CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2024
Ore Oduba will play the role of Caractacus Potts in the new production of the most fantasmagorical musical of all time CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2024
Ore Oduba will play the role of Caractacus Potts in the new production of the most fantasmagorical musical of all time CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
The Vivienne Joins the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024
The Vivienne will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024
The Vivienne will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Comes to Milton Keynes in July
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024
In Chitty Chitty Bang Bang we meet absent-minded inventor Caractacus Potts who restores a broken-down old racing car with the help of his children Jemima and Jeremy. Soon the family discover the car has magical powers, and along with the delectable Truly Scrumptious, the family end up on a hilarious fantastical adventure to far-off lands.
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024
In Chitty Chitty Bang Bang we meet absent-minded inventor Caractacus Potts who restores a broken-down old racing car with the help of his children Jemima and Jeremy. Soon the family discover the car has magical powers, and along with the delectable Truly Scrumptious, the family end up on a hilarious fantastical adventure to far-off lands.
Charlie Brooks Joins the Cast of the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024
Charlie Brooks will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. The tour opens at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024
Charlie Brooks will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. The tour opens at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.
Further Casting Set For UK Tour Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2024
Elaine C. Smith will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG opening at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2024
Elaine C. Smith will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG opening at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.
Emmerdale Star Liam Fox To Join Adam Garcia In The Cast Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024
Emmerdale star Liam Fox joins Adam Garcia in the cast of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. Further casting announced, including Liam Fox as 'Grandpa Potts'.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024
Emmerdale star Liam Fox joins Adam Garcia in the cast of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. Further casting announced, including Liam Fox as 'Grandpa Potts'.
John Behlmann, Saffron Burrows & More to Star in CORRUPTION at Lincoln Center Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023
Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of CORRUPTION, a new play by J.T. Rogers, directed by Bartlett Sher.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023
Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of CORRUPTION, a new play by J.T. Rogers, directed by Bartlett Sher.
Liam Fox & More to Star in ALADDIN at St Helens Theatre Royal This Christmas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2023
Get ready for a magical Christmas as Aladdin takes flight at St Helens Theatre Royal. Emmerdale star Liam Fox makes his panto debut as the evil Abanazer, joined by panto royalty Leanne Campbell as the Genie of the Mirror.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2023
Get ready for a magical Christmas as Aladdin takes flight at St Helens Theatre Royal. Emmerdale star Liam Fox makes his panto debut as the evil Abanazer, joined by panto royalty Leanne Campbell as the Genie of the Mirror.
ALADDIN Comes to St Helens Theatre Royal This Christmas; Initial Casting Revealed!
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023
Aladdin is flying into St Helens Theatre Royal this Christmas – and the first two members of its star-studded cast can be revealed.
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023
Aladdin is flying into St Helens Theatre Royal this Christmas – and the first two members of its star-studded cast can be revealed.
Full Cast Announced for AS YOU LIKE IT @sohoplace Starring Martha Plimpton & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2022
Full casting is announced for William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, directed by Josie Rourke, with a musical score by Michael Bruce, @sohoplace, the first new build West End theatre to open in 50 years.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2022
Full casting is announced for William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, directed by Josie Rourke, with a musical score by Michael Bruce, @sohoplace, the first new build West End theatre to open in 50 years.
MY POLICEMAN Cast to Receive 2022 TIFF Tribute Award for Performance
by Michael Major - Aug 8, 2022
The ensemble cast of My Policeman — Harry Styles, Emma Corrin, Gina McKee, Linus Roache, David Dawson, and Rupert Everett — will be honoured with the TIFF Tribute Award for Performance. As previously scheduled, My Policeman by director Michael Grandage will have its World Premiere at this year’s Festival.
by Michael Major - Aug 8, 2022
The ensemble cast of My Policeman — Harry Styles, Emma Corrin, Gina McKee, Linus Roache, David Dawson, and Rupert Everett — will be honoured with the TIFF Tribute Award for Performance. As previously scheduled, My Policeman by director Michael Grandage will have its World Premiere at this year’s Festival.
Theatre Royal Bath Productions to Present MRS WARREN'S PROFESSION
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 7, 2022
Theatre Royal Bath Productions presents George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs Warren’s Profession starring mother and daughter Caroline Quentin and Rose Quentin as Mrs Warren and her daughter Vivie.
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 7, 2022
Theatre Royal Bath Productions presents George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs Warren’s Profession starring mother and daughter Caroline Quentin and Rose Quentin as Mrs Warren and her daughter Vivie.
Lindsay Duncan and Hilton McRae Will Star in the UK Tour of THE DANCE OF DEATH
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2022
Lindsay Duncan stars alongside Hilton McRae and Emily Bruni in the UK tour of August Strindberg's The Dance of Death, adapted by Academy Award-winning playwright Rebecca Lenkiewicz and directed by Arcola Theatre's Artistic Director Mehmet Ergen.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2022
Lindsay Duncan stars alongside Hilton McRae and Emily Bruni in the UK tour of August Strindberg's The Dance of Death, adapted by Academy Award-winning playwright Rebecca Lenkiewicz and directed by Arcola Theatre's Artistic Director Mehmet Ergen.
Lockdown Theatre Announces Live Virtual Table Read Of Tom Stoppard's THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND In Aid Of The Royal Theatrical Fund
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2020
Following the success of Noël Coward's Private Lives in September which raised £44,000 for the Royal Theatrical Fund, Lockdown Theatre today announces a live virtual table read of The Real Inspector Hound by Tom Stoppard, in association with The Royal Theatrical Fund. The table read will take place via Zoom, followed by a live Q&A with the cast and director on Sunday 25 October at 7pm.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2020
Following the success of Noël Coward's Private Lives in September which raised £44,000 for the Royal Theatrical Fund, Lockdown Theatre today announces a live virtual table read of The Real Inspector Hound by Tom Stoppard, in association with The Royal Theatrical Fund. The table read will take place via Zoom, followed by a live Q&A with the cast and director on Sunday 25 October at 7pm.
Lockdown Theatre Announces Live Virtual Table Read Of PRIVATE LIVES With Emma Thompson, Emilia Clarke & More!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2020
Following the sell-out success of Samuel Beckett's Waiting For Godot in June, Lockdown Theatre, in association with The Royal Theatrical Fund, today announces a live virtual table read of Private Lives by Noël Coward. The table read will take place on Sunday 13 September at 7pm with the generous permission from the Noël Coward Foundation.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2020
Following the sell-out success of Samuel Beckett's Waiting For Godot in June, Lockdown Theatre, in association with The Royal Theatrical Fund, today announces a live virtual table read of Private Lives by Noël Coward. The table read will take place on Sunday 13 September at 7pm with the generous permission from the Noël Coward Foundation.
Lockdown Theatre Announces Live Virtual Table Read Of A BIT OF WAITING FOR GODOT In Aid Of The Royal Theatrical Fund
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2020
Lockdown Theatre in association with The Royal Theatrical Fund today announces a live virtual table read of a?oeA Bit of Waiting for Godota?? taken from Samuel Beckett's Waiting For Godot on Sunday 28 June at 7pm.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2020
Lockdown Theatre in association with The Royal Theatrical Fund today announces a live virtual table read of a?oeA Bit of Waiting for Godota?? taken from Samuel Beckett's Waiting For Godot on Sunday 28 June at 7pm.
Hannah Arterton To Star In ORIGINAL DEATH RABBIT At Jermyn Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2018
Jermyn Street Theatre announces today that Hannah Arterton will star in the stage premiere of Rose Heiney's Original Death Rabbit, the opening production in The PORTRAIT season. Hannah, who can currently be seen playing a leading role in Safe (Netflix/Canal+/Red Productions) and whose recent television credits include The Five (Sky/Red Productions) and Versailles (Canal+/BBC), will take the role of a young woman who becomes an internet sensation, just as the rest of her life falls apart.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2018
Jermyn Street Theatre announces today that Hannah Arterton will star in the stage premiere of Rose Heiney's Original Death Rabbit, the opening production in The PORTRAIT season. Hannah, who can currently be seen playing a leading role in Safe (Netflix/Canal+/Red Productions) and whose recent television credits include The Five (Sky/Red Productions) and Versailles (Canal+/BBC), will take the role of a young woman who becomes an internet sensation, just as the rest of her life falls apart.
Queen's Theatre Hornchurch & Derby Theatre Presents ABI as Response to Cult Classic ABIGAIL'S PARTY
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2018
It's been over forty years since Mike Leigh's gauche hostess Beverly slow-danced her way into theatrical history, but what happened to Abigail? The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch and Derby Theatre have joined forces to commission Abi, a contemporary response to the classic comedy Abigail's Party.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2018
It's been over forty years since Mike Leigh's gauche hostess Beverly slow-danced her way into theatrical history, but what happened to Abigail? The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch and Derby Theatre have joined forces to commission Abi, a contemporary response to the classic comedy Abigail's Party.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Stephen Poliakoff written?
Stephen Poliakoff has written 5 shows including City Sugar (Playwright), Strawberry Fields (Playwright), Shout Across the River (Playwright), American Days (Playwright), My City (Playwright).
What awards has Stephen Poliakoff been nominated for?
BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Blinded By The Sun and Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright (Evening Standard Awards) for Hitting Town.
What awards has Stephen Poliakoff won?
Stephen Poliakoff won the Charles Wintour Award for Most Promising Playwright at the Evening Standard Awards for Hitting Town.
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