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William Goldman

Birth Place: Highland Park, IL, USA

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Review: MISERY is Anything But at Merrimack Repertory Theatre Photo
Review: MISERY is Anything But at Merrimack Repertory Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - Oct 24, 2025

Whether indie films like “Waitress,” coming-of-age dramas like “The Outsiders,” or comedies like “Beetlejuice,” film-to-stage adaptations most often take the form of Broadway musicals, including Hollywood classics such as “Sweet Smell of Success,” “Days of Wine and Roses,” and more.
THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL Will Embark on UK Premiere Tour in 2026 Photo
THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL Will Embark on UK Premiere Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

A UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Learn more about the production here!
Celebrate Robert Redford with BUTCH CASSIDY Screening Photo
Celebrate Robert Redford with BUTCH CASSIDY Screening
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2025

Join The Park Theatre on October 24 for a 4K screening of BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID in tribute to Robert Redford's legacy.
Review: MISERY at Stage West Photo
Review: MISERY at Stage West
by Brian Michaels - Oct 19, 2025

Stage West’s latest production of Misery, directed by J.J. Gordon, delivers a tense and atmospheric reimagining of Stephen King’s classic psychological thriller. Performed in Stage West’s cozy 50-seat thrust-style theatre, this production transforms intimacy into intensity, placing the audience mere feet away from the unfolding nightmare.
Review: MISERY at Wichita Community Theatre Photo
Review: MISERY at Wichita Community Theatre
by Greg Dalton-White - Oct 17, 2025

William Goldman’s stage adaptation of his screenplay Misery opened Thursday night at the Wichita Community Theatre located at 2nd and Fountain and runs through October 26th.
Stephen King’s MISERY to Open at The Public Theatre in October Photo
Stephen King’s MISERY to Open at The Public Theatre in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025

Just in time for Halloween, The Public Theatre, will open its 35th season with a stage adaptation of Stephen King’s MISERY. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: MISERY Opens Citadel Theatre’s 2025"26 Season Photo
Photos: MISERY Opens Citadel Theatre’s 2025"26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2025

Citadel Theatre will launch its 2025–26 season with William Goldman’s stage adaptation of Misery, based on the iconic Stephen King novel. See photos of the production.
Review: MISERY at Oyster Mill Playhouse Photo
Review: MISERY at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - Sep 6, 2025

This trio of actors are well-matched, creating a chemistry on stage that elevates the performance, making it feel so real that the audience audibly reacts.
Stephen King's MISERY to be Presented at Act II Playhouse Photo
Stephen King's MISERY to be Presented at Act II Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025

Act II Playhouse will present 'Misery' by Stephen King and adapted by William Goldman as its Fall Thriller offering. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
MISERY to be Presented at Merrimack Repertory Theatre Photo
MISERY to be Presented at Merrimack Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025

The Merrimack Repertory Theatre will begin its 2025-26 season with Misery, adapted by William Goldman based on the novel by Stephen King. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL and More Set for Citadel Theatre 2025"26 Season Photo
RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL and More Set for Citadel Theatre 2025"26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2025

Citadel Theatre has unveiled its 2025-26 mainstage season, featuring the heartfelt family holiday drama MIRACLE ON SOUTH DIVISION STREET and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 21, 2025- JOHN PROCTOR Film in the Works and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 21, 2025- JOHN PROCTOR Film in the Works and More
by - Jul 21, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 21, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Robert Downey Jr., Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo and More Join ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN Photo
Robert Downey Jr., Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo and More Join ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN Reading
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025

The Center at West Park will present a special one-night-only reading of William Goldman’s Academy Award-winning screenplay All the President’s Men on Monday, August 25, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Guild Hall in East Hampton, NY.
MISERY and More Set for OpenStage Theatre & Company 53rd Season Photo
MISERY and More Set for OpenStage Theatre & Company 53rd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025

OpenStage Theatre & Company has revealed its 53rd Season, a vibrant and eclectic lineup of theatrical adventures running from fall 2025 through summer 2026. Learn more!
MISERY Pre-Show Seminar Will Feature Mystery Scholar Christopher Chan at Peninsula Pl Photo
MISERY Pre-Show Seminar Will Feature Mystery Scholar Christopher Chan at Peninsula Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

Peninsula Players Theatre will host a Pre-Show Seminar with mystery scholar and author Christopher Chan in the theater in conjunction with its production of “Misery” by William Goldman, based on the novel by Stephen King.
Cast Set for MISERY At Peninsula Players Theatre Photo
Cast Set for MISERY At Peninsula Players Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

Peninsula Players Theatre will present the captivating thriller “Misery” by William Goldman, based on the novel by Stephen King. See who is starring and learn more!
Oscar-Winning Songwriters Robert & Kristen Anderson-Lopez Join THE PRINCESS BRIDE Mus Photo
Oscar-Winning Songwriters Robert & Kristen Anderson-Lopez Join THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025

Academy Award-winning duo Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, best known for their chart-topping scores for Frozen, Frozen II, Coco, and Avenue Q, have boarded the upcoming stage adaptation of The Princess Bride.
THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical to Have 'Substantial Workshop' Later This Year Photo
THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical to Have 'Substantial Workshop' Later This Year
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 28, 2025

Bob Martin and Rick Elice, book writers for the new musical adaptation of NBC's Smash, have given an update on the long-awaited musical of The Princess Bride.
Stephen King's MISERY And More Set for Merrimack Repertory Theatre 47th Season Photo
Stephen King's MISERY And More Set for Merrimack Repertory Theatre 47th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2025

Merrimack Repertory Theatre will unveil its exciting 2025-26 season, bringing a dynamic mix of drama, music, comedy and compelling cultural narratives to the stage. This season will include stories that resonate deeply across diverse experiences.
Alley Theatre Reveals Resident Acting Company Cast for its 2025-26 Season Photo
Alley Theatre Reveals Resident Acting Company Cast for its 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2025

Alley Theatre has revealed the Resident Acting Company cast for its 2025-26 Season. The 2025-26 Resident Acting Company includes Elizabeth Bunch, Michelle Elaine, Dylan Godwin, Chris Hutchison, Melissa Molano, David Rainey, and Christopher Salazar. We have all of the details here.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has William Goldman written?

William Goldman has written 4 shows including Blood, Sweat and Stanley Poole (Playwright), A Family Affair (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), No Way to Treat a Lady (Source Material), Misery (Writer).

What awards has William Goldman been nominated for?

and Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Follies.

What awards has William Goldman won?

William Goldman won the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Musical for Follies.

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