John Logan
John Logan received the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and Drama League awards for his play Red. Other plays include Peter and Alice, I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers and Never the Sinner.
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BIO
John Logan received the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and Drama League awards for his play Red. Other plays include Peter and Alice, I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers and Never the Sinner. As a screenwriter, Logan has been three-times nominated for the Oscar, and has received Golden Globe, BAFTA, WGA, Edgar and PEN Center awards. His films include Skyfall, Spectre, Hugo, The AviaÂtor, Gladiator, Rango, Genius, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, The Last Samurai and Any Given Sunday. He also created "Penny Dreadful" for Showtime.
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The Cast and Creative Team of "Swept Away" including Bob Crawford, Adrian Blake Enscoe, Wayne Duvall, John Logan, Scott Avett, Michael Mayer, Rachel Hauck, John Gallagher, Jr., Stark Sands, Seth Avett, Hunter Brown, Matt DeAngelis, Taurean Everett, Cameron Johnson, Brandon Kalm, Michael J. Mainwaring, Orville Mendoza, Tyrone L. Robinson, John Sygar, Jamari Johnson Williams, Brian Usifer, Will Van Dyke, Chris Miller, David Neumann
Date:
12/08/2023
From: Photos: The Avett Brothers Musical SWEPT AWAY Opens at Arena Stage!
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Director Alex Timbers; cast members Tam Mutu, Danny Burstein, Karen Olivo, Robyn Hurder, Aaron Tveit, Ricky Rojas, and Sahr Ngaujah; choreographer Sonya Tayeh; book writer John Logan, and music supervisor Justin Levine
Date:
07/10/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Welcome to the MOULIN ROUGE! The Cast and Creatives Meet the Press!
Director Alex Timbers; cast members Tam Mutu, Danny Burstein, Karen Olivo, Robyn Hurder, Aaron Tveit, Ricky Rojas, and Sahr Ngaujah; choreographer Sonya Tayeh; book writer John Logan, and music supervisor Justin Levine from â€Moulin Rouge!" The Broadway Musical at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on July 9, 2019 in New York City.
Date:
07/09/2019
From: FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast & Creative Team of MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Book of a Musical
John Logan, Moulin Rouge!
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Play
John Logan, Red
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
John Logan, Red
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Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Play
John Logan, Red
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
John Logan, Never the Sinner
Videos
Exclusive: MICHAEL Behind-the-Scenes Clip Spotlights Nia Long as Katherine Jackson
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-07-14 12:00:29
Video: Kelsie Watts Performs 'Firework' in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-05-07 10:30:20
Video: Watch the Final Trailer for MICHAEL Biopic Featuring 'Thriller,' 'Billie Jean,' & More
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-08 10:20:17
Video: Watch Jaafar Jackson Prepare to Play Michael Jackson in New Biopic
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-19 11:36:28
Video: 'Come What May' from Netherlands Production of MOULIN ROUGE!
by Joshua Wright - 2026-02-16 13:31:45
Video: Go Behind the Scenes of MICHAEL Biopic in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-10 11:30:50
Video/Photos: Jaafar Jackson Stars as Michael Jackson in New Biopic Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-02 10:37:37
Video: First Trailer Released for Michael Jackson Biopic Starring Nephew Jaafar
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-06 10:31:24
Video: Solea Pfeiffer Performs 'Firework' From MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-18 15:13:31
Video: Kate Baldwin Sings 'Everything' from HELD MOMENTARILY at 54 Below
by Michael Major - 2024-12-16 17:05:50
SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released in February
by Stephi Wild - 2024-12-03 09:13:45
Video: The Avett Brothers Perform During SWEPT AWAY Opening Night Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2024-11-20 07:44:29
Video: Avett Brothers Visit the Longacre Theatre and Talk SWEPT AWAY
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-11-04 16:28:31
Video: SWEPT AWAY on Broadway with John Gallagher, Jr., Stark Sands & More
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-10-26 09:02:05
News
Little Lake Theater Company Unveils 10-Show 2027 Season
by Marissa Faith Curley - Nov 1, 2026
Unveiled at the company's October 30 Halloween celebration, Where the Road Leads brings ten productions to two Canonsburg stages for Little Lake's 79th season. The lineup stretches from The Music Man and Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn at the Canon Theatre to August: Osage County, Death of a Salesman and Swept Away i.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Nov 1, 2026
Unveiled at the company's October 30 Halloween celebration, Where the Road Leads brings ten productions to two Canonsburg stages for Little Lake's 79th season. The lineup stretches from The Music Man and Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn at the Canon Theatre to August: Osage County, Death of a Salesman and Swept Away i.
MICHAEL hosts FYC screening and Q&A in Los Angeles
by Rachel Stone - Oct 18, 2026
Lionsgate held an exclusive FYC screening, Q&A and reception for MICHAEL at the Directors Guild of America Theater in Los Angeles, with cast and filmmakers discussing the Michael Jackson biopic.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 18, 2026
Lionsgate held an exclusive FYC screening, Q&A and reception for MICHAEL at the Directors Guild of America Theater in Los Angeles, with cast and filmmakers discussing the Michael Jackson biopic.
MICHAEL Cast and Filmmakers to Receive Gotham Musical Tribute
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026
The Gotham Film & Media Institute will honor the cast and filmmakers of the record-breaking biographical film MICHAEL at the 36th Annual Gotham Film Awards Ceremony in New York City.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026
The Gotham Film & Media Institute will honor the cast and filmmakers of the record-breaking biographical film MICHAEL at the 36th Annual Gotham Film Awards Ceremony in New York City.
Reuben Kaye, Erin Clare, and Nigel Huckle to Lead MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL in Australia
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2026
The three stars of the new Australian company of Moulin Rouge! The Musical have been announced, opening at the Sydney Lyric in March 2027.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2026
The three stars of the new Australian company of Moulin Rouge! The Musical have been announced, opening at the Sydney Lyric in March 2027.
STARTING OVER WITH JOHN AND YOKO Book Release to Come to Boston's Boch Center
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2026
The Boch Center will host the official Boston book release celebration for STARTING OVER WITH JOHN AND YOKO: THE PHOTOGRAPHS by photographer Roger Farrington and author Kenneth Womack, featuring appearances by archivist David Bieber, musician Sal Baglio, magician John Logan, and host ChaChi Loprete.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2026
The Boch Center will host the official Boston book release celebration for STARTING OVER WITH JOHN AND YOKO: THE PHOTOGRAPHS by photographer Roger Farrington and author Kenneth Womack, featuring appearances by archivist David Bieber, musician Sal Baglio, magician John Logan, and host ChaChi Loprete.
Photos: Nia Long Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026
Actress Nia Long was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the Motion Pictures category, with Snoop Dogg and MICHAEL producer Graham King serving as guest speakers at the ceremony.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026
Actress Nia Long was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the Motion Pictures category, with Snoop Dogg and MICHAEL producer Graham King serving as guest speakers at the ceremony.
Photos: Inside the MOULIN ROUGE! Closing Night Celebration
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 4, 2026
Just last weekend, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, played its final performance at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, following 24 previews and 2297 regular performances. Watch videos from the special performance here and check out photos from inside the final show and after party here.
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 4, 2026
Just last weekend, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, played its final performance at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, following 24 previews and 2297 regular performances. Watch videos from the special performance here and check out photos from inside the final show and after party here.
CASTING CALL: MOULIN ROUGE! busca a sus protagonistas con el inicio de sus audiciones en España
by Adela González Pérez - Sep 3, 2026
Stage Entertainment convoca un proceso de selección abierto hasta el 13 de septiembre de 2026 para encontrar a los protagonistas de la gran superproducción de Broadway
by Adela González Pérez - Sep 3, 2026
Stage Entertainment convoca un proceso de selección abierto hasta el 13 de septiembre de 2026 para encontrar a los protagonistas de la gran superproducción de Broadway
Video: Former Christians and Satines Sing 'Come What May' at MOULIN ROUGE! Closing Night
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Following the final performance of Moulin Rouge! on Broadway, several former actors who played the roles of Christian and Satine took the stage to perform 'Come What May.' Watch the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Following the final performance of Moulin Rouge! on Broadway, several former actors who played the roles of Christian and Satine took the stage to perform 'Come What May.' Watch the video here!
MOULIN ROUGE! Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 30, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to Moulin Rouge! The Musical, which concludes its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, following 24 previews and 2297 regular performances. The theatre will soon be home to Paddington, which begins performances on March 30, 2027.
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 30, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to Moulin Rouge! The Musical, which concludes its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, following 24 previews and 2297 regular performances. The theatre will soon be home to Paddington, which begins performances on March 30, 2027.
John Patrick Shanley to be Honored With 2026 Monte Cristo Award by Eugene O’Neill Theater Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2026
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center will present its 2026 Monte Cristo Award to Tony, Pulitzer, and Academy Award-winning playwright and O’Neill alumnus John Patrick Shanley at a gala celebration.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2026
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center will present its 2026 Monte Cristo Award to Tony, Pulitzer, and Academy Award-winning playwright and O’Neill alumnus John Patrick Shanley at a gala celebration.
Photos: Aaron Tveit and Kelsie Watts in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Aaron Tveit is returning to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Get a first look at photos of Tveit as Christian alongside Kelsie Watts who plays Satine!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Aaron Tveit is returning to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Get a first look at photos of Tveit as Christian alongside Kelsie Watts who plays Satine!
Aaron Tveit Returns to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit, who originated the role of “Christian” in the Moulin Rouge! The Musical's world premiere and on Broadway, is returning to the show!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit, who originated the role of “Christian” in the Moulin Rouge! The Musical's world premiere and on Broadway, is returning to the show!
ASCENT: Viola Davis to Star in Paramount+ Thriller Series
by Joshua Wright - Aug 4, 2026
Viola Davis will star in and executive produce Ascent, a Paramount+ thriller created by John Logan, playing a corporate fixer whose estranged daughter is put in danger.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 4, 2026
Viola Davis will star in and executive produce Ascent, a Paramount+ thriller created by John Logan, playing a corporate fixer whose estranged daughter is put in danger.
Aaron Tveit to Rejoin MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL as 'Christian'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026
Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit, who originated the role of “Christian” in Moulin Rouge! The Musical's world premiere and on Broadway, will return one final time for a strictly limited engagement of 15 performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026
Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit, who originated the role of “Christian” in Moulin Rouge! The Musical's world premiere and on Broadway, will return one final time for a strictly limited engagement of 15 performances.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! at Broadway At The Hobby Center
by Jonathan Netek - Jul 15, 2026
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed into a musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom and, above all, Love.
by Jonathan Netek - Jul 15, 2026
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed into a musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom and, above all, Love.
AK Naderer to Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL as 'Nini'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome AK Naderer to the company in July, replacing Samantha Dodemaide as 'Nini'. The Broadway production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will end its run in August.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome AK Naderer to the company in July, replacing Samantha Dodemaide as 'Nini'. The Broadway production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will end its run in August.
Exclusive: MICHAEL Behind-the-Scenes Clip Spotlights Nia Long as Katherine Jackson
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 14, 2026
A new behind-the-scenes clip from the Michael Jackson biopic is spotlighting Nia Long's performance as Michael's mother, Katherine Jackson. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 14, 2026
A new behind-the-scenes clip from the Michael Jackson biopic is spotlighting Nia Long's performance as Michael's mother, Katherine Jackson. Check it out now.
MICHAEL Becomes the Highest-Grossing Biopic of All Time
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 29, 2026
The Michael Jackson biopic, which previously broke records as the highest-grossing musical biopic, is now the highest-grossing biopic, full stop, beating Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 29, 2026
The Michael Jackson biopic, which previously broke records as the highest-grossing musical biopic, is now the highest-grossing biopic, full stop, beating Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer.
Photos: RED is Now Playing at Laguna Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
Laguna Playhouse has released all new production photos from Red by John Logan, now playing at the Playhouse. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
Laguna Playhouse has released all new production photos from Red by John Logan, now playing at the Playhouse. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has John Logan written?
John Logan has written 8 shows including Never the Sinner (Playwright), Red (Playwright), Peter and Alice (Playwright), I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers (Playwright), The Last Ship (Co-bookwriter), Superhero (Bookwriter), Moulin Rouge! (Book Writer), Swept Away (Bookwriter).
What awards has John Logan been nominated for?
Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Red , John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Red, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Red and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Never the Sinner.
What awards has John Logan won?
John Logan won the Tony Award for Best Play for Red.
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