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William Goldman

Birth Place: Highland Park, IL, USA

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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1971 - Best Musical

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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
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 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
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
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
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.
MISERY, PROOF, and More Set For Act II Playhouse 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025

Act II Playhouse has announced its slate of 2025-2026 productions. Subscriptions and discount rates are now available. Learn more about the full season here!
Alley Theatre to Host Open Auditions For Its 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

2025-26 Seasonal Auditions for Houston actors will be at Alley Theatre. Auditions will be for AEA and non-AEA adult actors, ages 18 and older.  Learn more and see how to attend.
Alley Theatre Reveals 2025-26 Season Featuring ENGLISH by Sanaz Toossi and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025

Alley Theatre has revealed its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.
THE DA VINCI CODE, MISERY And More Announced for Alley Theatre 79th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025

The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring Broadway favorites, thrilling mysteries, and groundbreaking new works.  
THE BIG QUIET World Premiere to be Presented at PYGmalion Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2025

PYGmalion Theatre Company will continue its 2024/2025 season with the world premiere of 'The Big Quiet' by Morag Shepherd, directed by Tamara Howell in February. Learn more about the production here!
MISERY to be Presented at Resident Ensemble Players in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2025

Get your scares in at the Resident Ensemble Players with Misery, by William Goldman, based on the terrifying novel by Stephen King. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Constellation Will Stage Stephen King's MISERY in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2024

The Stephen King classic, Misery, adapted for the stage by William Goldman, the screenwriter of the Oscar-nominated film adaptation, will be staged by Constellation next month.
MISERY & More Set for Peninsula Players Theatre 90th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2024

Peninsula Players Theatre has revealed its 90th season, featuring Misery, Barefoot in the Park and more. See the full lineup and see how to purchase tickets!
William Goldman's Adaptation of MISERY Opens In December At The Warehouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024

WILLIAM GOLDMAN'S adaptation of MISERY opens December 6 at THE WAREHOUSE THEATRE, bringing Stephen King's thrilling story to the stage. Discover the gripping tale of obsession and survival.
Review: MISERY at Live Theatre Workshop
by Zach Wetzel - Nov 4, 2024

MISERY by William Goldman and based on the novel by Stephen King has made its mark at Live Theatre Workshop. This project is a breath of fresh air. Directed by Sabian Trout, with Assistant Direction by Shanna Brock, this play is both chilling and darkly humorous. MISERY, which is playing until November 10 on the Live Theatre Workshop Mainstage, offers up a talented cast and superb technical direction. It will send a shiver down your spine even though Halloween season is now over. Make no mistake, Halloween is very much alive at Live Theatre Workshop.
Review: MISERY at Twin Valley Players Colonnade
by Andrea Stephenson - Oct 28, 2024

Throughout the production, the lights, sound, props, and projections are beautifully designed, illustrating not only the mood of the scene, but also the passing of time. Overall, the cast handles this intense thriller well, keeping audiences at the edge of their seats.
Review: MISERY at Springer Opera House
by Russell Warne - Oct 18, 2024

A critically injured novelist. His “number one fan” coming to his aid. At first, she is a godsend. But when fandom turns into obsession, events take a darker turn. The play may be called Misery, but at the Springer Opera House, the show is a pleasure. Read the review.
Review: MISERY at Gaslight-Baker Theatre
by Victoria Schwarz - Oct 15, 2024

From October 11-26, 2024, Gaslight-Baker Theatre in Lockhart, sponsored by Haunt Happy Books, is presenting Simon Moore’s MISERY, based on the book of the same name by Stephen King.
Hendersonville Theatre Will Present Stephen King's MISERY
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2024

Hendersonville Theatre will present MISERY, a stage adaptation of Stephen King's thriller, from October 24 to November 3. Proceeds support hurricane survivors through the Community Foundation of Henderson County.

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 from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Follies.

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