Martin McCallum
Latest News on Martin McCallum:
Theatrical Producer Martin McCallum Has Passed Away (Jan 17, 2024)
HUGHIE, Starring Forest Whitaker, to Close This Month at Broadway's Booth Theatre (Mar 3, 2016)
VIDEO: HUGHIE's Forest Whitaker Says Broadway Debut Has Been a 'Vulnerable' Experience (Feb 26, 2016)
Theatrical Producer Martin McCallum Has Passed Away (Jan 17, 2024)
HUGHIE, Starring Forest Whitaker, to Close This Month at Broadway's Booth Theatre (Mar 3, 2016)
VIDEO: HUGHIE's Forest Whitaker Says Broadway Debut Has Been a 'Vulnerable' Experience (Feb 26, 2016)
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Martin McCallum, FRSA, was a British theatrical producer, former President of the Society of London Theatre and member of the Broadway League, who worked on over 500 shows on Broadway and in the West End. Martin died peacefully in Sydney on 14 January 2024 aged 73.
Martin McCallum was born in Blackpool on 6 April 1950. He was educated at Frensham Heights, an arts orientated school in Surrey, before beginning his theatrical career as an ASM at the Castle Theatre Farnham. After a number of years in rep he became a production manager at the Old Vic, then home to the National Theatre and under the leadership of Laurence Olivier. He managed numerous shows at the National, including Eugene O'Neill's Long Day's Journey into Night (1971), starring Olivier and Constance Cummings, and the premiere production of Harold Pinter's No Man's Land(1975), with John Gielgud and Ralph Richardson. Martin remained at The National Theatre after Olivier's departure and in 1975 worked on the opening of the NT on the South Bank with director Peter Hall.
He left The National Theatre in 1978 and, with his colleague Richard Bullimore, established The Production Office in London’s Covent Garden. It was the first technical and general production management firm of its kind that was quickly engaged to supervise shows including Franco Zeffirelli’s Filumena, Harold Prince’s Evita & Sweeney Todd and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar. In 1981 their engagement to work on Cats and contribution to its success led to Martin being employed by Cameron Mackintosh as his Managing Director and business partner for 18 years and Vice Chairman for 3 years until Spring 2003 when he and his family moved to live in Australia. He thus oversaw a period of unique expansion with hits such as Cats, Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera and Miss Saigon drawing new audiences worldwide and enjoying unprecedented runs on Broadway as well as touring extensively throughout America and Canada.
During this time Martin also frequently found himself being consulted on theatre design and refurbishment to accommodate these international hits. In 2001 he was consultant on the front of house refurbishment and backstage rebuild of the Auditorium Theatre, Chicago. Notable architectural projects with London based Arts Team at RHWL included the Musical Hall, Stuttgart (1994) and the Musical Theatre, Duisburg (1996) as well as the West End theatre, the Prince Edward owned by Cameron Mackintosh.
Other shows produced include Matthew Bourne’s Edward Scissorhands which won the New York Drama Desk Award in 2007, Philip Quast – Live at the Donmar, Spider Man, The Cripple of Inishmaan, nominated for six Tony Awards in 2014, and Dirty Dancing. From 1992 to 2003 he was Chairman of The Donmar Warehouse and from 2005 to 2014 was on the Board of Sydney Theatre Company.
Martin was President of the Society of London Theatre from 1999 – 2002 and a member of the Broadway League from 1988. He was on the Arts Council of England’s Drama Panel (1999-2003), and a member of its Advisory Task Group (2003-2005). He was also a member of London’s Cultural Strategy Group (2000-2003).
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Martin McCallum News
Theatrical Producer Martin McCallum Has Passed Away
Martin McCallum, FRSA, has passed away at age 73.
HUGHIE, Starring Forest Whitaker, to Close This Month at Broadway's Booth Theatre
BroadwayWorld has confirmed that Eugene O'Neill's Hughie, starring Forest Whitaker in his Broadway debut, will continue for three more three weeks, with its final performance at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street) slated for Sunday, March 27, 2016.
VIDEO: HUGHIE's Forest Whitaker Says Broadway Debut Has Been a 'Vulnerable' Experience
On today's LIVE with Kelly and Michael's a special Pre-Oscar celebration, Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker talked about making his Broadway debut in the revival of Eugene O'Neill's HUGHIE
Broadway Revival of HUGHIE, Starring Forest Whitaker, Opens Tonight
The highly anticipated Broadway revival of Eugene O'Neill's HUGHIE starring Academy Award winner, Golden Globe Award winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker (The Last King of Scotland, The Butler, Southpaw) and Tony Award winner Frank Wood (Side Man, Angels In America, Clybourne Park), officially opens tonight, February 25, 2016, at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street).
Thousands of NYC Students See HUGHIE with New 'Access for All' Initiative
The producers of Eugene O'Neill's Hughie, starring Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker and Tony Award winner Frank Wood, directed by Tony Award winner Michael Grandage, recently announced the launch of ACCESS FOR ALL, a partnership with Broadway For All.
Bid To Meet Forest Whitaker On Opening Night Of HUGHIE, Support Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative
Take in the opening night performance of Eugene O'Neill's fascinating drama and meet the star at the opening night party.
Thousands of NYC Students to See HUGHIE with New 'Access for All' Initiative
The producers of Eugene O'Neill's Hughie, starring Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker and Tony Award winner Frank Wood, directed by Tony Award winner Michael Grandage, just announced the launch of ACCESS FOR ALL, a partnership with Broadway For All.
Photo Flash: First Look at Forest Whitaker & Frank Wood in HUGHIE; Previews Begin Tonight!
Preview performances begin tonight for the highly anticipated Broadway revival of Eugene O'Neill'sHUGHIE starring Academy Award® winner, Golden Globe Award® winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker (The Last King of Scotland, The Butler, Southpaw) and Tony Award® winner Frank Wood (Side Man, Angels In America, Clybourne Park), which will officially open on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street). Directed by Tony Award® winner and Olivier Award® winner Michael Grandage (Photograph 51, Red, Frost/Nixon), Hughie will play a strictly limited engagement. Check out a first look at the cast in action below!
Broadway Revival of HUGHIE with Forest Whitaker Begins Previews Tonight
The highly anticipated Broadway revival of Eugene O'Neill's HUGHIE starring Academy Award winner, Golden Globe Award winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker (The Last King of Scotland, The Butler, Southpaw) and Tony Award winner Frank Wood (Side Man, Angels In America, Clybourne Park), begins performances tonight, February 8, 2016, and officially open on Thursday, February 25, 2016, at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street).
Broadway's HUGHIE & Time Out New York Partner for '25 For $25' Ticket Program
25 seats for every performance of the Broadway revival of Eugene O'Neill's one-act masterpiece HUGHIE, will be available for $25 each. Starring Academy Award winner, Golden Globe Award winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker and Tony Award winner Frank Wood, HUGHIE has teamed with TIME OUT NEW YORK to make Broadway accessible to everyone with specially priced advanced tickets available at Telecharge.com (212-239-6200). Limit of 2 $25 tickets to HUGHE per customer.
Broadway Revival of HUGHIE with Forest Whitaker Begins Rehearsals Today
Rehearsals began today for the highly anticipated Broadway revival of Eugene O'Neill's HUGHIE starring Academy Award winner, Golden Globe Award winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker (The Last King of Scotland, The Butler, Southpaw) and Tony Award winner Frank Wood (Side Man, Angels In America, Clybourne Park), which will begin performances on Monday, February 8, 2016 and officially open on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street). Directed by Tony Award winner and Olivier Award winner Michael Grandage (Photograph 51, Red, Frost/Nixon), HUGHIE will play a strictly limited engagement.
Broadway Revival of HUGHIE with Forest Whitaker Pushes Back First Performance
The Broadway revival of Hughie, starring Academy Award winner, Golden Globe Award winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker and Tony Award winner Frank Wood will now begin performances on Monday, Feb. 8, 2016 at Broadway's Booth Theatre, BroadwayWorld has learned. The production's first preview was originally slated for Friday, February 5, 2016.
Tony Winner Frank Wood Will Join Forest Whitaker in HUGHIE on Broadway
Producers Darren Bagert and Michael Grandage Company announced today that Academy Award® winner, Golden Globe Award® winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker will be joined by Tony Award® winner Frank Wood (Side Man, Angels In America, Clybourne Park) in the Broadway revival of Eugene O'Neill's HUGHIE, which will begin performances on Friday, February 5, 2016 and officially open on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street). Directed by Tony Award® winner and Olivier Award® winner Michael Grandage, HUGHIE will play a strictly limited engagement.
Photo Flash: Liam Mower Joins Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS
EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne returns to the UK in its first major revival. The show will tour the UK from Monday 10 November 2014 - Saturday 24 March 2015 with a six week season at Sadler's Well's this Christmas from Tuesday 2 December 2014 - Sunday 11 January 2015. BroadwayWorld brings you more production photos below!
Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS Returns to Theatre Royal Glasgow Tonight
New Adventures, Martin McCallum and Marc Platt have announced that EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, will return to the Theatre Royal Glasgow tonight 19 until Saturday 22 November 2014
Photo Flash: First Look at Dominic North, Liam Mower and More in EDWARD SCISSORHANDS
EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne returns to the UK in its first major revival. The show will tour the UK from Monday 10 November 2014 - Saturday 24 March 2015 with a six week season at Sadler's Well's this Christmas from Tuesday 2 December 2014 - Sunday 11 January 2015.
Full Cast Announced for Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS
New Adventures, Martin McCallum and Marc Platt have announced full casting for the forthcoming production of EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne playing at the Theatre Royal Glasgow from Wednesday 19 to Saturday 22 November 2014.
Liam Mower, Ashley Shaw, Katy Lowenhoff & More to Lead UK Tour of Matthew Bourne's EDWARD SCISSORHANDS
New Adventures, Martin McCallum and Marc Platt are delighted to announce full casting for the forthcoming national tour and Sadler's Wells Christmas season of EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, devised, directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne.
VIDEO: Daniel Radcliffe Shares His Biggest Fear for Final 'INISHMAAN' Performances
Radcliffe sat down with MTV News and revealed his biggest fear regarding what may happen during the final performances of the show!
THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, Starring Daniel Radcliffe, Enters Final Week on Broadway
The Michael Grandage Company production of The Cripple of Inishmaan, the Broadway premiere of a comedy by Martin McDonagh, starring Daniel Radcliffe and the critically acclaimed West End cast, directed by Tony Award-winner Michael Grandage, is now in its final week at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street). The limited engagement, which opened on Sunday, April 20, must end on July 20.
Martin McCallum FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Martin McCallum been nominated for?
Martin McCallum has been nominated for a Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for The Cripple of Inishmaan.
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