William Goldman News

Houston's Alley Theatre will present Misery, William Goldman's adaptation of Stephen King's thriller, directed by Brandon Weinbrenner and starring real-life married couple Elizabeth Bunch and Chris Hutchison as Annie Wilkes and Paul Sheldon.

Performances are now underway for STEPHEN KING's MISERY at Farmers Alley Theatre. In a new video, director Kathy Mulay went behind the scenes to show the secrets from backstage. Watch here!

Susquehanna Stage’s production of Misery is a gripping and unexpectedly funny ride, thanks to standout performances, inventive design, and innovative direction.

A workshop of the highly-anticipated stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride recently took place featuring an impressive cast stacked with Broadway luminaries.

STEPHEN KING's MISERY is coming to Farmers Alley Theatre this spring. Adapted by William Goldman, this nerve-tingling play stars Paul Stroili and Laura Jordan and will be directed by Kathy Mulay.

The B St. Theatre is kicking off its 40th anniversary season with an ambitious piece, and if you’ve never seen a show there, you should make this current production your first. You’ll become their number one fan, just like Annie Wilkes in this adaptation of Stephen King’s 1987 novel, Misery. William Goldman, who adapted both the film and stage versions, appreciated the story’s psychological battle, which is brought to life with suspense and unexpected humor under John Lamb’s direction.

On Friday, January 3, the Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre presented a sold-out, one-night staged benefit reading of All the President’s Men, led by Mark Ruffalo and Ethan Hawke. Check out photos from the all-star event below.

B Street Theatre will present a chillingly funny new production of MISERY, the stage adaptation by William Goldman based on Stephen King's legendary novel. Learn more about the show here!

B Street Theatre has announced its 2026 Mainstage and Family Series seasons as the company marks its 40th anniversary. The lineup includes new works, award-winning plays, and programming for young audiences, along with workshops for a new world-premiere musical.

Whether indie films like “Waitress,” coming-of-age dramas like “The Outsiders,” or comedies like “Beetlejuice,” film-to-stage adaptations most often take the form of Broadway musicals, including Hollywood classics such as “Sweet Smell of Success,” “Days of Wine and Roses,” and more.

A UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Learn more about the production here!

Join The Park Theatre on October 24 for a 4K screening of BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID in tribute to Robert Redford's legacy.

Stage West’s latest production of Misery, directed by J.J. Gordon, delivers a tense and atmospheric reimagining of Stephen King’s classic psychological thriller. Performed in Stage West’s cozy 50-seat thrust-style theatre, this production transforms intimacy into intensity, placing the audience mere feet away from the unfolding nightmare.

William Goldman’s stage adaptation of his screenplay Misery opened Thursday night at the Wichita Community Theatre located at 2nd and Fountain and runs through October 26th.

Just in time for Halloween, The Public Theatre, will open its 35th season with a stage adaptation of Stephen King’s MISERY. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Citadel Theatre will launch its 2025–26 season with William Goldman’s stage adaptation of Misery, based on the iconic Stephen King novel. See photos of the production.

This trio of actors are well-matched, creating a chemistry on stage that elevates the performance, making it feel so real that the audience audibly reacts.

Act II Playhouse will present 'Misery' by Stephen King and adapted by William Goldman as its Fall Thriller offering. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

The Merrimack Repertory Theatre will begin its 2025-26 season with Misery, adapted by William Goldman based on the novel by Stephen King. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Citadel Theatre has unveiled its 2025-26 mainstage season, featuring the heartfelt family holiday drama MIRACLE ON SOUTH DIVISION STREET and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!