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John Carney is a Dublin-based writer director who came to the world’s attention following the box office hit and critically acclaimed musical feature film Once, which garnered multiple Independent Spirit, Sundance and Raindance awards. Previously, John was a bassist in the Irish rock band the Frames, where he met Glen Hansard. These musical roots continue to be evident in John’s work with his latest production, Can a Song Save Your Life?, heading into production in NYC in 2012. Other upcoming projects include Dogs of Babel for David Heyman and Nathan Kahane starring Steve Carell and a feature adaptation of M.R. James’s Casting the Runes for Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson.

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Photos: Nick Jonas, Paul Rudd, & More Attend POWER BALLAD World Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2026

The new musical comedy film Power Ballad held its world premiere on March 1 at the 2026 Dublin International Film Festival with stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas in attendance. Check out photos from the event here.
Photos: Nick Jonas and Paul Rudd in New POWER BALLAD Character Posters
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2026

Power Ballad, the new musical comedy film, has released character posters featuring lead stars Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas. The movie will hold its world premiere this weekend at the Dublin International Film Festival, ahead of its forthcoming theatrical release.
Chance Theater Extends Run of ONCE Until March 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, has announced the first show of Chance's 2026 Season, Once, has been extended through March 2, 2026.
Photos: ONCE at the Chance Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026

Alll new production photos have been released for Once at the Chance Theater. Performances run through March 1. Check out the photos and learn more here!
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas Musical Comedy POWER BALLAD to Premiere at Dublin Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 21, 2026

Power Ballad, the new musical comedy starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, will hold its world premiere this spring at the Dublin International Film Festival, ahead of its forthcoming theatrical release.
Chance Theater To Open 2026 Season With Tony-Winning Musical ONCE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026

​​​​​​​Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theatre company, will open its 2026 season with Once, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical. The production features a book by Enda Walsh, music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 13, 2025- Tom Felton Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD And More
by - Nov 13, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 13, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
BEGIN AGAIN Musical Will Premiere in San Diego in 2026 Ahead of Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025

The new musical Begin Again, inspired by the Academy Award nominated film written and directed by John Carney, will have its pre-Broadway engagement next year.
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025

On The Tonight Show, guest James Corden and host Jimmy Fallon played a game where they were tasked with singing a song from a randomly selected musical. See how each did and who got the most answers right.
Video: James Corden Talks Returning to Broadway in ART
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 10, 2025

Earlier this week, Tony Award winner James Corden visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss his experience in Yasmina Reza’s acclaimed play Art and look back on his prior work on Broadway and as host of The Late Late Show. Watch the interview now.
James Corden to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2025

Next week, Tony Award winner James Corden is set to visit Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss the new revival of the award-winning play ART, Corden's first Broadway run since One Man, Two Guvnors in 2012.
Meet the Cast of ART, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025

The first-ever Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton, is now in previews. Meet the cast of ART here and learn more about the show's stars!
Video: Watch the Trailer For SING STREET in London
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025

Watch the trailer for Sing Street in London, a new musical based on the 2016 movie of the same name by John Carney. Check out the video preview of the UK premiere of the new musical!
Review Roundup: SING STREET at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2025

See what the critics are saying about Sing Street at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre! Learn more about the show and read BroadwayWorld's review roundup here.
Review: SING STREET, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jul 19, 2025

What did our critic think of SING STREET at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre?
Photos: SING STREET is Now Playing at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025

All new photos have been released for the UK premiere of Sing Street, a new musical based on the 2016 movie of the same name by John Carney. Check out the photos here!
Review: THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION at New Canaan Town Players
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jun 15, 2025

Even if you saw the movie, don't miss this rarely performed play at The Powerhouse Theatre in Waveny Park, New Canaan.
Bobby Cannavale, James Corden & Neil Patrick Harris Will Lead ART on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 22, 2025

Bobby Cannavale, Tony Award winner and Emmy Award winner James Corden and Tony Award winner and Emmy Award winner Neil Patrick Harris  will lead Yasmina Reza's ART on Broadway. We have all of the details here!
Cast Set For UK Premiere of SING STREET at The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2025

The UK premiere of Sing Street, a new musical based on the 2016 movie of the same name by John Carney will receive its UK premiere at Lyric Hammersmith Theatre.  Producers have announced the cast.
THE LAST FIVE YEARS, ONCE, and More Set For NextStop Theatre 2025/26 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

NextStop Theatre Company has announced its 2025/26 season—the first fully programmed by Producing Artistic Director, Heather Lanza, who joined the company in the fall of 2024.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has John Carney written?

John Carney has written 2 shows including Once (Source Material), Sing Street (Composer).

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