Derren Brown
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Derren's live shows have won him two prestigious Olivier Awards - for Something Wicked This Way Comes (2006) and Svengali (2012) and he has received more Olivier nominations and wins than any other one-man show in theatre history. He has played to sold-out houses across the country every year since 2003 to over 1.6M people.
Previous shows, Infamous, (2013, 2014), Miracle (2015, 2016) and Underground (2017, 2018) have also enjoyed critically acclaimed seasons in London's West End. In 2017 he made an award-winning US stage debut at the Atlantic Theater in New York with Derren Brown: Secret and discussions for a Broadway run are ongoing.
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VIDEO: Derren Brown Challenges The Showstoppers to Compose New Song in 24 Hours
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-04-28 12:14:07
VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Derren Brown Show Off Their Skills
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-25 05:19:11
VIDEO: Current Broadway Star Derren Brown Performs on LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-10-14 14:47:32
VIDEO: Derren Brown Plays Magical Version of 'Guess Who?' with Jimmy Fallon, Questlove
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-09-09 11:55:27
VIDEO: Mentalist Derren Brown Explores Psychological Manipulation in New TEDTalk
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-07-16 19:55:28
News
Review: NOW YOU SEE ME LIVE, London Coliseum
by Franco Milazzo - Aug 3, 2026
Packed to the brim with illusions and disillusionment, it quickly becomes clear that Now You See Me Live is only a magic show in one sense of the word.
by Franco Milazzo - Aug 3, 2026
Packed to the brim with illusions and disillusionment, it quickly becomes clear that Now You See Me Live is only a magic show in one sense of the word.
THE MAGICIANS TABLE to Extend Run at Playhouse Square Due to Popular Demand
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2026
Playhouse Square announced THE MAGICIANS TABLE will extend its limited run at Cibréo Privato for an additional four weeks. The close-up magic experience, presented with Right Angle Entertainment, features a rotating cast of magicians from across the U.S.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2026
Playhouse Square announced THE MAGICIANS TABLE will extend its limited run at Cibréo Privato for an additional four weeks. The close-up magic experience, presented with Right Angle Entertainment, features a rotating cast of magicians from across the U.S.
Review: THE MAGICIANS TABLE, The Vaults
by Franco Milazzo - Jun 14, 2026
Death, it turns out, is an excellent alibi for a party, even one being held in your honour. Legendary magician, beloved family man and complete fiction Dieter Roterburg has sadly died and his wake is being held nightly in the tunnels beneath Waterloo train station.
by Franco Milazzo - Jun 14, 2026
Death, it turns out, is an excellent alibi for a party, even one being held in your honour. Legendary magician, beloved family man and complete fiction Dieter Roterburg has sadly died and his wake is being held nightly in the tunnels beneath Waterloo train station.
THE MAGICIANS TABLE Will Come to Playhouse Square in August
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Playhouse Square announced tickets go on sale for THE MAGICIANS TABLE, a close-up magic experience direct from London, for a limited run. Tickets start at $75.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Playhouse Square announced tickets go on sale for THE MAGICIANS TABLE, a close-up magic experience direct from London, for a limited run. Tickets start at $75.
Derren Brown's ONLY HUMAN Will Transfer to West End's Apollo Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Derren Brown's ONLY HUMAN, following a sell-out UK and Ireland tour, will run at London's Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue. It marks Brown's 11th West End show.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Derren Brown's ONLY HUMAN, following a sell-out UK and Ireland tour, will run at London's Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue. It marks Brown's 11th West End show.
Full Cast Set for THE PSYCHIC World Premiere at York Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
York Theatre Royal will present the world premiere of THE PSYCHIC, a new thriller by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, starting previews on 29 April 2026 and running until 23 May 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
York Theatre Royal will present the world premiere of THE PSYCHIC, a new thriller by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman, starting previews on 29 April 2026 and running until 23 May 2026.
MIDSOMER MURDERS: THE KILLINGS AT BADGER'S DRIFT Comes to Storyhouse This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2025
Catch Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's Drift at Storyhouse this autumn! Discover the cast and thrilling plot details.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2025
Catch Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's Drift at Storyhouse this autumn! Discover the cast and thrilling plot details.
Ayo Edebiri And Don Cheadle Will Star In PROOF on Broadway, Directed by Thomas Kail
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2025
Broadway will welcome Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle in the first-ever New York revival of Proof, David Auburn’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama. Directed by Thomas Kail (Hamilton), the production begins previews March 31, 2026, at a Shubert Theatre to be announced. This strictly limited engagement marks the Broadway debuts of both Edebiri and Cheadle.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2025
Broadway will welcome Ayo Edebiri and Don Cheadle in the first-ever New York revival of Proof, David Auburn’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama. Directed by Thomas Kail (Hamilton), the production begins previews March 31, 2026, at a Shubert Theatre to be announced. This strictly limited engagement marks the Broadway debuts of both Edebiri and Cheadle.
Downstage Center with Howard Sherman: Magic To Do
by Howard Sherman - Aug 20, 2025
xIn the city where Houdini once extricated himself from a straitjacket while dangling upside down above Times Square, it’s surprising that we don’t get major magic acts on stage more often than we do in New York. This relative paucity is thrown into relief when magic, illusion, escape and the like actually do take up residence on New York stages, as is the case right now with Lord Nil extricating himself from threat of the Seven Deadly Sins at Stage 42 while just eight blocks uptown Jamie Allan is conjuring motorcycles and reams of playing cards at New World Stages with his show Amaze.
by Howard Sherman - Aug 20, 2025
xIn the city where Houdini once extricated himself from a straitjacket while dangling upside down above Times Square, it’s surprising that we don’t get major magic acts on stage more often than we do in New York. This relative paucity is thrown into relief when magic, illusion, escape and the like actually do take up residence on New York stages, as is the case right now with Lord Nil extricating himself from threat of the Seven Deadly Sins at Stage 42 while just eight blocks uptown Jamie Allan is conjuring motorcycles and reams of playing cards at New World Stages with his show Amaze.
THE MAGICIANS TABLE to Make North American Premiere at Blume Studios in Charlotte
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2025
Blumenthal Arts will present the North American premiere of THE MAGICIAN’S TABLE, a critically acclaimed close-up magic experience from London’s West End, running November 19 through January 11 at Blume Studios.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2025
Blumenthal Arts will present the North American premiere of THE MAGICIAN’S TABLE, a critically acclaimed close-up magic experience from London’s West End, running November 19 through January 11 at Blume Studios.
HONEST FRAUD Comes To Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025
Expect trickery, science and fake news in an exciting Fringe show that reveals all the secrets of magic, illusion and mind reading. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025
Expect trickery, science and fake news in an exciting Fringe show that reveals all the secrets of magic, illusion and mind reading. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Additional Cast Joins MIDSOMER MURDERS UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025
Joining the previously announced Daniel Casey as Inspector Tom Barnaby, more casting has been announced for the world premiere of Guy Unsworth’s stage adaptation of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025
Joining the previously announced Daniel Casey as Inspector Tom Barnaby, more casting has been announced for the world premiere of Guy Unsworth’s stage adaptation of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift.
Interview: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Lighting Designer Ben Stanton on the Art of Collaboration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
BroadwayWorld spoke with Lighting Designer Ben Stanton about his work on Maybe Happy Ending! Read the full interview here, and learn more about Stanton and the production!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
BroadwayWorld spoke with Lighting Designer Ben Stanton about his work on Maybe Happy Ending! Read the full interview here, and learn more about Stanton and the production!
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Will Close in London and Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will finish its run at The Other Palace in June and then embark on a UK tour later this year. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will finish its run at The Other Palace in June and then embark on a UK tour later this year. Learn more here!
Review: STEVEN FRAYNE: UP CLOSE AND MAGICAL, Underbelly Boulevard
by Franco Milazzo - Apr 10, 2025
The magician formerly known as Dynamo and now more formally as Steven Frayne steps away from his ex-persona to embrace a new start.
by Franco Milazzo - Apr 10, 2025
The magician formerly known as Dynamo and now more formally as Steven Frayne steps away from his ex-persona to embrace a new start.
Photos: Morgan Gregory and More in THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
Morgan Gregory is now leading The Lightning Thief at the Other Palace, which plays through August 31. Check out photos and learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
Morgan Gregory is now leading The Lightning Thief at the Other Palace, which plays through August 31. Check out photos and learn more about the production here!
Morgan Gregory and More Join THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will welcome a new cast as the musical continues performances at The Other Palace. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will welcome a new cast as the musical continues performances at The Other Palace. Learn more about the cast here!
Full Cast Set For Disney's HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group has announced the full casting for Hercules which opens at Theatre Royal Drury Lane this June. Learn more about the production and cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group has announced the full casting for Hercules which opens at Theatre Royal Drury Lane this June. Learn more about the production and cast here!
MINDPLAY Launches TodayTix Lottery For Off-Broadway Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2025
Vinny DePonto's MINDPLAY has launched a digital rush ticket policy for the show's Off-Broadway premiere, now in previews at Greenwich House Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2025
Vinny DePonto's MINDPLAY has launched a digital rush ticket policy for the show's Off-Broadway premiere, now in previews at Greenwich House Theatre.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Extends Run at The Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will be extending its run at The Other Palace in London. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will be extending its run at The Other Palace in London. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Derren Brown been in?
Derren Brown has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Derren Brown been in?
Derren Brown has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
How many shows has Derren Brown written?
Derren Brown has written 2 shows including Derren Brown: Secret (Author), Secret (Author).
What was Derren Brown's first West End show?
Derren Brown's first West End show was Only Human (Derren Brown) which opened in 2026
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