Enda Walsh
Enda Walsh is an Irish playwright living in London. He is the winner of numerous international awards, and his work has been translated and produced worldwide.
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BIO
Enda Walsh is an Irish playwright living in London. He is the winner of numerous international awards, and his work has been translated and produced worldwide. Recent plays: Misterman (Landmark, Ireland), Penelope, The New Electric Ballroom, The Walworth Farce (All Druid Theatre, Ireland). Other plays: Chatroom, The Small Things, Bedbound, Disco Pigs. Shorter plays: How These Desperate Men Talk, Lynndie’s Gotta Gun, Gentrification, My Friend Duplicity, Room 303. Film: Hunger.
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Awards and Nominations
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Best Musical
Enda Walsh, Once
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Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Book of a Musical
Enda Walsh, Once
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Obie Awards - 2010 - Playwriting
Enda Walsh, The New Electric Ballroom
Videos
Video: Adam Hunter Performs 'Outside' Ahead of SING STREET UK Premiere
by Stephi Wild - 2025-04-24 06:10:13
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Ivo van Hove's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR in Amsterdam
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-22 15:06:56
News
OH NO! A GHOST! to Celebrate Samhain at New York Irish Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2026
Origin Theatre Company and Irish American Writers & Artists will present a free evening of traditional Irish ghost stories, haunting music and festive drinks at the New York Irish Center in Long Island City, marking the ancient festival behind modern Halloween.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2026
Origin Theatre Company and Irish American Writers & Artists will present a free evening of traditional Irish ghost stories, haunting music and festive drinks at the New York Irish Center in Long Island City, marking the ancient festival behind modern Halloween.
DISCO PIGS to Open at The Everyman With Special €19.96 Preview Pricing
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2026
The Everyman will stage a new production of Enda Walsh's DISCO PIGS, offering tickets at €19.96 for the first preview performance to mark the play's 30th anniversary.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2026
The Everyman will stage a new production of Enda Walsh's DISCO PIGS, offering tickets at €19.96 for the first preview performance to mark the play's 30th anniversary.
Cast Set For DISCO PIGS 30th Anniversary Production at The Everyman
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Séamus McLean Ross and Aoise Meaney will star as Pig and Runt in The Everyman's new Cork production of DISCO PIGS, directed by writer Enda Walsh. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Séamus McLean Ross and Aoise Meaney will star as Pig and Runt in The Everyman's new Cork production of DISCO PIGS, directed by writer Enda Walsh. Learn more here.
DISCO PIGS, JUDY - END OF THE RAINBOW, and More Will Headline Everyman Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
The Everyman in Cork will present a 30th anniversary production of DISCO PIGS directed by Enda Walsh, alongside JUDY - END OF THE RAINBOW starring Anna-Jane Casey and a lineup of Irish comedy acts.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
The Everyman in Cork will present a 30th anniversary production of DISCO PIGS directed by Enda Walsh, alongside JUDY - END OF THE RAINBOW starring Anna-Jane Casey and a lineup of Irish comedy acts.
EDINBURGH 2026 Review: NESTING, Summerhall
by Cindy Marcolina - Aug 13, 2026
It’s a dark, gripping, and truly affecting project. Its comic side doesn’t overpower the tragedy, but it brings light to an otherwise dreary subject.
by Cindy Marcolina - Aug 13, 2026
It’s a dark, gripping, and truly affecting project. Its comic side doesn’t overpower the tragedy, but it brings light to an otherwise dreary subject.
ONCE to Open at Theatrikos Theatre Company in Flagstaff This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
Theatrikos Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE, directed by Jan Rominger, at its Flagstaff, AZ venue. The cast doubles as the orchestra, performing live on stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
Theatrikos Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE, directed by Jan Rominger, at its Flagstaff, AZ venue. The cast doubles as the orchestra, performing live on stage.
Review: ONCE at The Town Players Of New Canaan
by Pia Haas - Jun 20, 2026
From beloved classics to contemporary favorites, The Town Players of New Canaan delivers exceptional community theater year-round.
by Pia Haas - Jun 20, 2026
From beloved classics to contemporary favorites, The Town Players of New Canaan delivers exceptional community theater year-round.
ONCE to Return to Burning Coal Theatre Company in Raleigh
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
Burning Coal Theatre Company will present a revival of Once,, with book by Enda Walsh and music by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, directed by Nathalie Ray at the Murphey School Auditorium in Raleigh, NC.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
Burning Coal Theatre Company will present a revival of Once,, with book by Enda Walsh and music by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, directed by Nathalie Ray at the Murphey School Auditorium in Raleigh, NC.
ONCE to be Presented at Burning Coal Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
Burning Coal Theatre Company will present ONCE, directed by Nathalie Ray. Once is set in Dublin, Ireland, and follows the story of an Irish street musician, known only as 'Guy,' who is on the verge of giving up his dreams of a music career.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
Burning Coal Theatre Company will present ONCE, directed by Nathalie Ray. Once is set in Dublin, Ireland, and follows the story of an Irish street musician, known only as 'Guy,' who is on the verge of giving up his dreams of a music career.
Caitlin Houlahan and More Will Lead ENDA WALSH MIXTAPE at Origin Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026
The 2026 Origin Irish Theatre Festival will kick off with a musical celebration honoring acclaimed Irish playwright and librettist Enda Walsh at Paddy Reilly's Music Bar in Manhattan.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026
The 2026 Origin Irish Theatre Festival will kick off with a musical celebration honoring acclaimed Irish playwright and librettist Enda Walsh at Paddy Reilly's Music Bar in Manhattan.
Review: ONCE, Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - May 28, 2026
Premiering in New York in 2012 and winning eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, Once is now coming to Scotland for the very first time. The original creative team reunite to bring this modern classic to the stage, opening Alan Cumming’s inaugural season as Artistic Director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - May 28, 2026
Premiering in New York in 2012 and winning eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, Once is now coming to Scotland for the very first time. The original creative team reunite to bring this modern classic to the stage, opening Alan Cumming’s inaugural season as Artistic Director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Diane Paulus Will Direct Immersive David Bowie Inspired LIFE ON MARS at American Repertory Theater
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2026
Diane Paulus will direct Life on Mars, an immersive theatrical production set to David Bowie's music, as the inaugural production at the Goel Center for Creativity & Performance in May.
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2026
Diane Paulus will direct Life on Mars, an immersive theatrical production set to David Bowie's music, as the inaugural production at the Goel Center for Creativity & Performance in May.
MISTERMAN Revival Starring Daniel Marconi Leads Origin Irish Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Origin Theatre Company will present an Off-Broadway revival of Enda Walsh's MISTERMAN, starring Broadway's Daniel Marconi, as the centerpiece of its 18th annual Origin Irish Theatre Festival at Theater Row in New York.
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Origin Theatre Company will present an Off-Broadway revival of Enda Walsh's MISTERMAN, starring Broadway's Daniel Marconi, as the centerpiece of its 18th annual Origin Irish Theatre Festival at Theater Row in New York.
AMÉLIE Toronto Premiere & ONCE Return Engagement Set for Shifting Ground Collective
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Shifting Ground Collective announced its upcoming season, featuring the Toronto premiere of AMÉLIE and the return of ONCE to the city's musical theatre scene.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Shifting Ground Collective announced its upcoming season, featuring the Toronto premiere of AMÉLIE and the return of ONCE to the city's musical theatre scene.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 18, 2026- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS and More Win Drama League Awards
by - May 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 18, 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 18, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
ONCE Will Come to Le Petit Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Le Petit Theatre will conclude its 2025-26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical Once. Directed by Conner Wilson, the musical features a book by Enda Walsh and music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Le Petit Theatre will conclude its 2025-26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical Once. Directed by Conner Wilson, the musical features a book by Enda Walsh and music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
Tim Minchin Will Write the Music For CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Remake
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Further details are now known about the forthcoming remake film of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, written by Enda Walsh, which will have music written by Tim Minchin. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Further details are now known about the forthcoming remake film of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, written by Enda Walsh, which will have music written by Tim Minchin. Learn more here!
CONSTELLATIONS Will Come to Cork Midsummer Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Cork Arts Theatre, in association with Cork Midsummer Festival, will present CONSTELLATIONS by Nick Payne, directed by Al Dalton, starring Julie Maguire and Aidan Moriarty in an 80-minute drama about love and free will.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Cork Arts Theatre, in association with Cork Midsummer Festival, will present CONSTELLATIONS by Nick Payne, directed by Al Dalton, starring Julie Maguire and Aidan Moriarty in an 80-minute drama about love and free will.
DISCO PIGS, POOL (NO WATER) and More Set For The Everyman 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Everyman announced its 2026 HERE TOGETHER season, featuring Evanna Lynch in POOL (NO WATER), Enda Walsh directing DISCO PIGS' 30th anniversary production, and Tommy Tiernan's musical theatre debut in THE HOUSE MUST WIN.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Everyman announced its 2026 HERE TOGETHER season, featuring Evanna Lynch in POOL (NO WATER), Enda Walsh directing DISCO PIGS' 30th anniversary production, and Tommy Tiernan's musical theatre debut in THE HOUSE MUST WIN.
ONCE, THE TEMPEST & More Set for Denver Center Theatre Company 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
Denver Center Theatre Company announced its 2026/27 season, featuring eight mainstage productions including ONCE, THE TEMPEST, two world premieres, and a staging of DIAL M FOR MURDER.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2026
Denver Center Theatre Company announced its 2026/27 season, featuring eight mainstage productions including ONCE, THE TEMPEST, two world premieres, and a staging of DIAL M FOR MURDER.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Enda Walsh written?
Enda Walsh has written 4 shows including bedbound (Playwright), Once (Bookwriter), Arlington (Playwright), Sing Street (Bookwriter).
What awards has Enda Walsh been nominated for?
Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Once, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Once and Playwriting (Obie Awards) for The New Electric Ballroom.
What awards has Enda Walsh won?
Enda Walsh has won several prestigious awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Once. He also received the award for Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Once, as well as a Playwriting award from the Obie Awards for The New Electric Ballroom.
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