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David Pugh (died 2022) was a British actor, probably best known for playing opposite Rosamund Greenwood and Roy Evans in an acclaimed early film by director Tony Scott, Loving Memory, which was shown at the 1971 Cannes Film Festival. Other film roles included Daft Jamie in Burke & Hare (1971), one of the leads in the 1972 sex comedy The Love Pill, and a creditor in Christine Edzard's 1987 Dickens adaptation, Little Dorrit.

Among his stage credits were Lock Up Your Daughters (Mermaid Theatre, 1969), Yepihodov in The Cherry Orchard (Riverside Studios, 1978) and a 1978-79 spell at London's National Theatre, appearing in plays by Shakespeare, Edward Bond, John Galsworthy and Leo Tolstoy. Television roles, spanning the period from 1968 to 1993, include Pathfinders (1972), The Adventures of Black Beauty (1973), The Death of Glory in the Armchair Theatre series (1973), Robert's Robots (1974), Out of Bounds (1977), Poldark (1977), both The First Part of Henry The Sixt and The Second Part of Henry The Sixt in the BBC Shakespeare series (1983), and The Citadel (1983).

Pugh also appeared in three of the BBC's classic Ghost Story for Christmas adaptations, playing John in The Stalls of Barchester (first shown on 24 December 1971), the porter in A Warning to the Curious (24 December 1972) and a herdsman in The Ash Tree (23 December 1975).

Pugh's death was announced by the entertainment union Equity in June 2022.

David Pugh Productions

 
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[Broadway, 2010]
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[Broadway, 2009]
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[Broadway, 2003]
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[Broadway, 1998]
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David Pugh Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Play

David Pugh, God of Carnage

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Special Theatrical Event

David Pugh, The Play What I Wrote


winner
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Play

David Pugh, Art

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Full Cast Set For THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA at Swan Theatre

Wise Children have announced the full cast for the world première of Hanif Kureishi’s The Buddha of Suburbia – adapted by the company’s Artistic Director Emma Rice, with Kureishi.

Full Cast Set For Wise Children's New Co-Production of BLUE BEARD

FULL CASTING ANNOUNCED FOR WISE CHILDREN’S NEW CO-PRODUCTION OF BLUE BEARD - WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY EMMA RICE. The full cast for the world premiere of Blue Beard, written and directed by Emma Rice, includes Isabel Adomakoh Young, Stu Barker, Mirabelle Gremaud, Stephanie Hockley, Patrycja Kujawska, Adam Mirsky, Katy Owen, and Tristan Sturrock. The production opens at Theatre Royal Bath on 8 February and embarks on a UK tour.

Jennifer Ellison Joins Cast Of GREATEST DAYS At The King's Theatre

The King's Theatre, Glasgow has announced that Jennifer Ellison is joining The Official Take That Musical GREATEST DAYS, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth and produced by Adam Kenwright for Kindred Partners. Jennifer will join the tour in the role of Rachel from Monday 21 August at The King's Theatre, Glasgow. GREATEST DAYS will run at The King's Theatre, Glasgow from Monday 21 to Saturday 26 August 2023.

Video: Get a First Look at Take That Musical GREATEST DAYS UK Tour

Get a first look at the Take That Musical GREATEST DAYS UK Tour with this exciting video. Find out where the show is running and get a sneak peek of what to expect from this highly anticipated musical event.

Cast Set For the UK Tour of CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL

The cast has been revealed for the new production of Calendar Girls the Musical, written by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth. Learn more about the cast, the tour, and how to get tickets, here!

Jennifer Ellison Joins the UK Tour of The Official Take That Musical GREATEST DAYS

 Jennifer Ellison is joining The Official Take That Musical GREATEST DAYS, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth. 

GREATEST DAYS Comes to the Milton Keynes Theatre in July

The Official Take That Musical Greatest Days, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth. will play at Milton Keynes Theatre from 03 – 08 July.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of GREATEST DAYS: THE MUSICAL At The Palace Theatre

Last night, Greatest Days: The Musical celebrated the beginning of the show’s Manchester dates at the Palace Theatre. Guests in attendance included Bianca Gascoigne alongside stars from Coronation Street and Waterloo Road. See photos from the event below. 

SHIRLEY VALENTINE Starring Sheridan Smith Celebrates 100 Sold Out Performances at The Duke of York's Theatre

The West End production of Willy Russell’s award-winning comedy Shirley Valentine starring Sheridan Smith tonight celebrates 100 performances at the Duke of York’s Theatre in London’s West End, with all 100 shows selling out.

Wise Children Announces New Co-Production of BLUE BEARD, Adapted and Directed By Emma Rice

Artistic Director of Wise Children, Emma Rice has announced the world première of her adaptation of Blue Beard, which she also directs. Blue Beard, a co-production with Birmingham Rep, HOME Manchester, Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh and York Theatre Royal opens at Theatre Royal Bath on 8 February, with previews from 2nd, and runs until 10 February.

Cast Set For the UK Tour of GREATEST DAYS The Official Take That Musical

The full cast has been announced for The Official Take That Musical GREATEST DAYS, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth.

New Production of THE FULL MONTY To Tour The UK

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the film, the Everyman Theatre Cheltenham & Buxton Opera House in association with Mark Goucher and David Pugh have announced a major UK tour of Simon Beaufoy's award-winning smash hit play THE FULL MONTY opening at the Everyman Theatre Cheltenham on 14 September 2023.

Kym Marsh Will Star Alongside her Daughter Emilie Cunliffe in GREATEST DAYS - the Official Take That Musical

English singer, actress and TV presenter Kym Marsh and her daughter Emilie Cunliffe will star as Rachel and Young Rachel respectively in The Official Take That Musical GREATEST DAYS, with a book by award-winning playwright Tim Firth.

Cast and Creative Team Announced For UK Tour of Noël Coward's BRIEF ENCOUNTER

The full cast and creative team have been announced for Noël Coward's Brief Encounter, adapted for the stage by Emma Rice. Learn more about the show here!

Photos: First Look at Sheridan Smith in SHIRLEY VALENTINE at the Duke of York's Theatre

All new photos have been released of Sheridan Smith in Willy Russell’s SHIRLEY VALENTINE at the Duke of York’s Theatre, as the production begins performances tonight, Friday 17 February.

Photos: See Sheridan Smith in Rehearsals for SHIRLEY VALENTINE at The Duke of York's Theatre

Get a first look at photos of Sheridan Smith in rehearsals for SHIRLEY VALENTINE at The Duke of York’s Theatre!

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE (SORT OF) Comes To The Belgrade In February

The multi-award-winning Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) by Isobel McArthur after Jane Austen will play at The Belgrade as part of the 2023 UK tour from Tuesday 7 – Saturday 11 February, with a press performance on Tuesday 7 February.

New Vic Theatre and Bolton's Octagon Theatre Will Co-Produce Revised Production of LADIES' DAY

Staffordshire's New Vic and Bolton's Octagon Theatre will co-produce Amanda Whittington's life-affirming comedy Ladies' Day this spring.

Cast Announced for PRIDE & PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) 2023 Tour

The multi-award-winning PRIDE & PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) by Isobel McArthur after Jane Austen has announced casting for its 2023 world tour, opening at The Lowry, Salford on 19 January 2023.

Sheridan Smith in SHIRLEY VALENTINE Extends Due To Demand

Sheridan Smith ,who just three days ago announced her return to the West End in Willy Russell's SHIRLEY VALENTINE at the Duke of York's Theatre for 12 weeks, has now announced that she will extend that run by another three weeks due to phenomenal demand following the tickets going on sale.

David Pugh FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has David Pugh been nominated for?

David Pugh has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Play for "God of Carnage," Best Special Theatrical Event for "The Play What I Wrote," and Best Play for "Art."

What awards has David Pugh won?

David Pugh has won the Best Play Tony Award for "God of Carnage" and "Art."

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