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Ben Power is a British dramaturg and playwright. Since 2010 he has been an associate director of the National Theatre. He studied English at Cambridge University. He often collaborates with Rupert Goold and his Headlong company. He was dramaturg and Literary Associate on A Disappearing Number for Complicite, which won the 2007 Evening Standard, Critics’ Circle and Olivier awards for Best Play.

In 2011 he wrote the adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's epic Emperor and Galiean for the National Theater. He also participated that year in the Bush Theatre's project Sixty Six Books, for which he wrote a piece based on a book of the King James Bible.

Since it opened in 2013 he has overseen the National Theatre's temporary space, The Shed. His new version of Euripides' Medea, starring Helen McCrory in the eponymous role, ran at the National Theatre from July to September 2014.

In 2015 he was appointed deputy artistic director of the National Theatre; the role had not previously existed. Since that appointment he has condensed three works by D. H. Lawrence into a single play, presented as Husbands and Sons in the National's Dorfman theatre.

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Photos: First Look at LONDON TIDE at the National Theatre


Ahead of opening night, the National Theatre has released first look production photos for the world premiere of London Tide. Check out the photos here!

Photos: First Look at Ensemble Theatre Company's THE LEHMAN TRILOGY


Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has released production photos from the much-anticipated production of Troy Blendell, Chris Butler and Leo Marks starring in The Lehman Trilogy by Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power and directed by Oánh Nguyễn. Check them out here!

THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Opens at ACT This Month


ACT Contemporary Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for The Lehman Trilogyby Stefano Massini and adapted by Ben Power, starting April 27 and extended by popular demand to May 19.

Ensemble Theatre Company Presents THE LEHMAN TRILOGY, Beginning This Week


Join Ensemble Theatre Company for the opening night of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY, adapted by Ben Power and directed by Oahn Nguyen, on April 6 at New Vic Theatre, Santa Barbara.

Berkshire Comedy Festival Finds New Home at Barrington Stage Company


Barrington Stage Company will be the new home of the Berkshire Comedy Festival. Learn more about the festival.

Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Pioneer Theatre Company is Living History


Pioneer Theatre Company’s Utah premiere of the lauded THE LEHMAN TRILOGY is the inaugural production in the brand-new Meldrum Theatre at the Einar Nielsen Fieldhouse. The three-part play is a history book that’s come alive, narrated by the three actors, who also each take on various roles throughout the narrative that spans two centuries. 

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG & More Set for Theatre Calgary's 24-25 Season


Theatre Calgary has revealed its 2024-25 season of  plays. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Original Cast Members Petrina Bromley and Astrid Van Wieren Join COME FROM AWAY in Gander


The full cast, band and creative team have been revealed for director Jillian Keiley’s second season of Irene Sankoff and David Hein’s Come From Away, set to run June 28, 2024 - September 1, 2024, at the Joseph R Smallwood Arts & Culture Centre in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Photos: First Look at Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara's THE LEHMAN TRILOGY


All new photos have been released from Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara's production of The Lehman Trilogy, starring Troy Blendell, Chris Butler and Leo Marks. Check out the photos here!

Arden Theatre Company Extends THE LEHMAN TRILOGY, Now Playing Through April


Arden Theatre Company extends the run of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY until April 14.

Video: Get A First Look at THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at The Arden Theatre


Get a first look at The Lehman Trilogy, the 2022 Tony Award winner for Best Play as it makes its highly anticipated Philadelphia premiere March 13 at Arden Theatre Company. Check out the video!

Pioneer Theatre Company to Present Utah Premiere of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY


Pioneer Theatre Company will present the Utah premiere of the Olivier-nominated and Tony-winning hit, The Lehman Trilogy. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

CABARET, THE LEHMAN TRILOGY & More Set for Guthrie Theater 2024-25 Season


The Guthrie Theater will present eight productions for its 2024–2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

REVIEW: Guest Reviewer Kym Vaitiekus Shares His Thoughts On THE LEHMAN TRILOGY


The National Theatre and Neal Street Productions bring THE LEHMAN TRILOGY to The Theatre Royal, following successful runs in London and New York. Written by Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power, and directed by multi-award-winning director Sam Mendes with five Tony Award wins, including Best Play, 2022.

Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Shakespeare Theatre Company


The Lehman Trilogy, directed by Arin Arbus at the Shakespeare Theatre Company, is an extraordinary feat of storytelling. It is simultaneously epic and spare. With just three actors it unfolds the captivating and intimate story of one immigrant family that evolves its company, navigates pious lives, innovates new ways of doing business, and ultimately unravels over time into instability and a crushing financial crisis.

Video: Go Behind The Curtain Of Shakespeare Theatre Company's THE LEHMAN TRILOGY


Go behind the curtain of Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of The Lehman Trilogy, adapted by Ben Power from the play by Stefano Massini in an all-new video. Check out the clip!

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara Performs THE LEHMAN TRILOGY This April


Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present Troy Blendell, Chris Butler and Leo Marks starring in THE LEHMAN TRILOGY by Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power and directed by Oánh Nguyễn. 

Tony Award-Winning Play THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Makes Its Philadelphia Premiere March 13 At The Arden Theatre


Experience the Tony Award-winning play, The Lehman Trilogy, as it makes its Philadelphia premiere at The Arden Theatre Company. This epic theatrical triumph takes audiences on a three-hour journey exploring nearly two centuries of the Lehman family from their humble beginnings to the devastating failure of a financial institution that would bring the global economy to its knees. 

NEXT TO NORMAL, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, and More Set For Barrington Stage Company's 2024 Season


Barrington Stage Company will celebrate its 30th anniversary season with two major musical revivals, a world premiere play, two regional premiere plays and a comedy featuring three of BSC’s most beloved associate artists. Learn more about the season lineup here!

ANYTHING GOES, SWEET CHARITY & More Set for Gulfshore Playhouse 2024-2025 Season


Gulfshore Playhouse has unveiled its complete 2024-2025 season, the first in the new Baker Theatre and Education Center. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

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How many shows has Ben Power written?

Ben Power has written 1 shows including The Lehman Trilogy (Adaptor).

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