William Goldman
William Goldman is a source material, bookwriter/composer/lyricist with credits tracked on BroadwayWorld. Awards include New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Follies (1971).
Date of Birth: August 12, 1931 (95)
Birth Place: Highland Park, IL, USA
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winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1971 - Best Musical
William Goldman, Follies
Videos
Video: MISERY Props Team Explains the Ankle Hobbling Scene at Alley Theatre
by Michael Major - 2026-07-02 16:51:18
First Look at MISERY Onstage Released by Alley Theatre in Houston
by Robert Diamond - 2026-06-07 11:57:26
Video: Behind the Scenes of Stephen King's MISERY at the Farmers Alley Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2026-03-05 09:26:49
Video: CABARET at the Kit Kat Club Celebrates John Kander and Joel Grey's Lifetime Achievement Tony Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2023-06-12 07:28:00
News
MISERY to Extend Run at Hedgerow Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2026
Hedgerow Theatre Company has extended its production of Stephen King's MISERY through November due to popular demand. The Rose Valley-based theater will add four more performances of the psychological thriller adapted by William Goldman.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2026
Hedgerow Theatre Company has extended its production of Stephen King's MISERY through November due to popular demand. The Rose Valley-based theater will add four more performances of the psychological thriller adapted by William Goldman.
Review: STEPHEN KING'S MISERY at Argenta Contemporary Theatre in North Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Oct 16, 2026
I knew as I was heading to Argenta Contemporary Theatre (ACT) that I was going to love their version of MISERY, but—OMG! What a deliciously intense night of theatre! We were laughing, gasping, shouting at the stage, and practically squirming in our seats during the very first preview performance.
by Theresa Bertram - Oct 16, 2026
I knew as I was heading to Argenta Contemporary Theatre (ACT) that I was going to love their version of MISERY, but—OMG! What a deliciously intense night of theatre! We were laughing, gasping, shouting at the stage, and practically squirming in our seats during the very first preview performance.
MISERY to Open at Derby Dinner Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2026
Derby Dinner Playhouse will present the stage adaptation of Stephen King's thriller MISERY, featuring Elizabeth Loos as obsessed fan Annie Wilkes and Tom Luce as novelist Paul Sheldon.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2026
Derby Dinner Playhouse will present the stage adaptation of Stephen King's thriller MISERY, featuring Elizabeth Loos as obsessed fan Annie Wilkes and Tom Luce as novelist Paul Sheldon.
THE PRINCESS BRIDE, HEATHERS and More Set for Broadway In Chicago's Fall Subscription Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2026
Broadway In Chicago has revealed the full season line up for the next Broadway In Chicago Subscription Series, including the world premiere of The Princess Bride, Heathers and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2026
Broadway In Chicago has revealed the full season line up for the next Broadway In Chicago Subscription Series, including the world premiere of The Princess Bride, Heathers and more.
THE PRINCESS BRIDE New Musical to Have World Premiere In Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2026
The stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride will make its world premiere in Chicago before heading to Broadway. Producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway In Chicago announced the production will run at the James M. Nederlander Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2026
The stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride will make its world premiere in Chicago before heading to Broadway. Producer Jeffrey Seller and Broadway In Chicago announced the production will run at the James M. Nederlander Theatre.
THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical Sets Chicago Premiere for 2027
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026
The Princess Bride musical will premiere at Chicago's Nederlander Theatre in July 2027, with a Broadway transfer expected for the 2027-28 season.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026
The Princess Bride musical will premiere at Chicago's Nederlander Theatre in July 2027, with a Broadway transfer expected for the 2027-28 season.
FILM FORUM JR. to Present Fall 2026 Lineup of Family Classics
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
Film Forum will present its Fall 2026 Film Forum Jr. series, featuring classic and animated films including ON THE TOWN, THE PRINCESS BRIDE, and Pixar's COCO for kids and families.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
Film Forum will present its Fall 2026 Film Forum Jr. series, featuring classic and animated films including ON THE TOWN, THE PRINCESS BRIDE, and Pixar's COCO for kids and families.
Photos: Stephen King's MISERY Gets A Site-Specific Production At Aldie Mill
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026
Naut Human Productions released first-look photos from MISERY, William Goldman's stage adaptation of Stephen King's novel, staged inside the historic stone mill at Aldie Mill Historic Park in Virginia.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026
Naut Human Productions released first-look photos from MISERY, William Goldman's stage adaptation of Stephen King's novel, staged inside the historic stone mill at Aldie Mill Historic Park in Virginia.
MISERY to Open Arvada Center's 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2026
The Arvada Center will open its 2026-2027 season with a stage adaptation of Stephen King's MISERY on the Main Stage Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2026
The Arvada Center will open its 2026-2027 season with a stage adaptation of Stephen King's MISERY on the Main Stage Theatre.
Broadway's Family Legacy: A History of Sibling Writers
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 2, 2026
Over the years, Broadway has seen a number of family acts sharing the stage. It’s extra special when family members team up to write a Broadway show together. The Great White Way has seen many instances of this historically, in a variety of different situations. While last week’s column focused on spouses penning shows together, this week is all about blood relatives partnering to write work.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 2, 2026
Over the years, Broadway has seen a number of family acts sharing the stage. It’s extra special when family members team up to write a Broadway show together. The Great White Way has seen many instances of this historically, in a variety of different situations. While last week’s column focused on spouses penning shows together, this week is all about blood relatives partnering to write work.
Interview: Writer, Director & Actor Ann Noble of DEAD MAN at Echo Theatre Company
by Shari Barrett - Jul 20, 2026
Direct from its smash hit run at the 2026 Hollywood Fringe Festival, the noir comedy clown mystery Dead Man, written and directed by Ann Noble, is being presented by The Echo Theater Company and Theatre Ghosts on Tuesdays July 21, 28 and August 4 at 8 p.m. at the Echo Theater Company in Atwater Village Theatre.
by Shari Barrett - Jul 20, 2026
Direct from its smash hit run at the 2026 Hollywood Fringe Festival, the noir comedy clown mystery Dead Man, written and directed by Ann Noble, is being presented by The Echo Theater Company and Theatre Ghosts on Tuesdays July 21, 28 and August 4 at 8 p.m. at the Echo Theater Company in Atwater Village Theatre.
Video: MISERY Props Team Explains the Ankle Hobbling Scene at Alley Theatre
by Michael Major - Jul 2, 2026
Alley Theatre's props team breaks down how they staged the infamous ankle hobbling scene in MISERY, the Stephen King thriller currently running in Houston. Watch the video now!
by Michael Major - Jul 2, 2026
Alley Theatre's props team breaks down how they staged the infamous ankle hobbling scene in MISERY, the Stephen King thriller currently running in Houston. Watch the video now!
NO SÓN MANERES DE TRACTAR UNA DONA se estrena mañana en Barcelona
by Laia Galiana Massanet - Jul 1, 2026
El Teatre Gaudí acoge durante el mes de julio el thriller musical de Douglas J. Cohen, dirigido por Xènia Reguant y Maria Garrido
by Laia Galiana Massanet - Jul 1, 2026
El Teatre Gaudí acoge durante el mes de julio el thriller musical de Douglas J. Cohen, dirigido por Xènia Reguant y Maria Garrido
MISERY to Open in Site-Specific Production at Historic Aldie Mill Cellar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2026
Naut Human Productions will present Stephen King's Misery inside the stone cellar at Aldie Mill Historic Park in Virginia, with just 40 seats per performance in the immersive staging.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2026
Naut Human Productions will present Stephen King's Misery inside the stone cellar at Aldie Mill Historic Park in Virginia, with just 40 seats per performance in the immersive staging.
Review: MISERY at ALLEY THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - Jun 8, 2026
Whether you’re a #1 fan of Stephen King or just coming in the door, this MISERY is worth enduring. The acting is top-notch, and the tech puts the film to shame.
by Brett Cullum - Jun 8, 2026
Whether you’re a #1 fan of Stephen King or just coming in the door, this MISERY is worth enduring. The acting is top-notch, and the tech puts the film to shame.
First Look at MISERY Onstage Released by Alley Theatre in Houston
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Alley Theatre has released a first-look video at its stage adaptation of Stephen King's thriller MISERY, offering audiences a glimpse of how the iconic story translates to the Houston stage.
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Alley Theatre has released a first-look video at its stage adaptation of Stephen King's thriller MISERY, offering audiences a glimpse of how the iconic story translates to the Houston stage.
Interview: Chris Hutchison And Elizabeth Bunch of MISERY at Alley Theatre
by Brett Cullum - Jun 4, 2026
'I say it a lot. Our situation would not work for everybody, for all couples, but somehow, someway, what proves to us that we’re meant for each other is that we are together all the time.'
by Brett Cullum - Jun 4, 2026
'I say it a lot. Our situation would not work for everybody, for all couples, but somehow, someway, what proves to us that we’re meant for each other is that we are together all the time.'
Photos/Video: MISERY At Alley Theatre- First Look
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Alley Theatre has released new production photos and video from MISERY. Directed by Brandon Weinbrenner, the stage adaptation of Stephen King's thriller is currently playing in Houston.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Alley Theatre has released new production photos and video from MISERY. Directed by Brandon Weinbrenner, the stage adaptation of Stephen King's thriller is currently playing in Houston.
THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical Moves Forward With New Development Work Session This Fall
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2026
The stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride is continuing its development, with a new work session set for this fall as the creative team behind the project pushes ahead.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2026
The stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride is continuing its development, with a new work session set for this fall as the creative team behind the project pushes ahead.
MISERY to Close Out Alley Theatre's 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
Houston's Alley Theatre will present Misery, William Goldman's adaptation of Stephen King's thriller, directed by Brandon Weinbrenner and starring real-life married couple Elizabeth Bunch and Chris Hutchison as Annie Wilkes and Paul Sheldon.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
Houston's Alley Theatre will present Misery, William Goldman's adaptation of Stephen King's thriller, directed by Brandon Weinbrenner and starring real-life married couple Elizabeth Bunch and Chris Hutchison as Annie Wilkes and Paul Sheldon.
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 Best Musical award at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Follies.
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