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Florian Zeller is a French novelist and playwright who was born on June 28, 1979, in Paris, France. He is best known for his plays, which have been produced in both French and English and have received critical acclaim.
Zeller began his career as a novelist, publishing his first book, "Neiges artificielles" (Artificial Snow), in 2002. He went on to publish several more novels, including "La Fascination du Pire" (The Fascination of Evil) and "Julien Parme" (Julien Parme), before turning his attention to playwriting.
Zeller's first play, "Le Manège" (The Carousel), was produced in Paris in 2003. He followed this with "Si tu mourais" (If You Were to Die) and "L'Autre" (The Other), both of which were produced in 2004. In 2010, he achieved his breakthrough with "La Mère" (The Mother), which was produced in Paris and went on to receive critical acclaim in London's West End and on Broadway.
"The Mother" tells the story of a woman struggling to come to terms with her son's death and her own sense of identity. The play explores themes of grief, loss, and mental illness, and has been praised for its powerful performances and emotional depth. Zeller's next play, "Le Père" (The Father), continued to explore these themes, focusing on an elderly man suffering from dementia and the impact his illness has on his family.
"The Father" premiered in Paris in 2012 and has since been produced in London's West End, on Broadway, and in theaters around the world. The play has been praised for its innovative structure, which reflects the confusion and disorientation experienced by the main character, as well as for its powerful performances and emotional impact.
Zeller's other plays include "Le Mensonge" (The Lie), "Une Heure de Tranquillité" (An Hour of Tranquility), and "Le Fils" (The Son), which premiered in Paris in 2018. "The Son" tells the story of a teenage boy struggling with depression and his parents' divorce, and has been praised for its sensitive treatment of mental health issues.
In addition to his work as a playwright, Zeller has also written screenplays for film and television. He wrote and directed the 2013 film "Les Amants du Flore" (The Lovers of the Flore), which tells the story of the relationship between French intellectuals Simone de Beauvoir and Jean-Paul Sartre. He has also written for the French television series "Les Sauvages" (Savages), which premiered in 2019.
Zeller's work has received numerous awards and nominations, including the Molière Award for Best Play for "The Father" and the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play for both "The Father" and "The Mother." He was also nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play for "The Father" in 2016.

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Florian Zeller Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding New Broadway Play

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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Play

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Evening Standard Awards - 2015 - Best Play

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Review: THE MOTHER at Mana Little Theatre


The play is written by French playwright Florian Zeller and is a companion piece to his well known play The Father. While The Father deals with the the decline of the mind of an Alzheimers suffer, The Mother takes on the clinical depression of a woman adrift in middle age. 

John Behlmann, Saffron Burrows & More to Star in CORRUPTION at Lincoln Center Theater


Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of CORRUPTION, a new play by J.T. Rogers, directed by Bartlett Sher.

Indhu Rubasingham Appointed Director of the National Theatre


The National Theatre has announced the appointment of Indhu Rubasingham as the next Director and Joint Chief Executive of the National Theatre.

Cast and Creative Team Set for Yasmina Reza's ART at Guthrie Theater


Guthrie Theater will present award-winning comedy 'ART'. Find out more about this hilarious play and its upcoming performances.

Cast Revealed For CHOIR BOY at Bristol Old Vic


Alongside unveiling their brand new show image, Bristol Old Vic today announced the full cast and creative team for Choir Boy, with a cast led by some of the hottest young musical theatre stars in the UK.

Indhu Rubasingham Steps Down As Artistic Director Of Kiln Theatre


Kiln Theatre has announced that Indhu Rubasingham will step down as Artistic Director of the company, leaving early 2024, having led the company for over a decade.

4th Wall Theatre's 2023-2024 Season Announcement


4th Wall Theatre Company, Houston's fastest growing professional theatre known for its extraordinary performances and intimate, high-quality productions, has announced its 13th season.

Casting Revealed For The World Première of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory


As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

PHOTO FLASH: Premiere de LA SIRENITA en Los Ángeles


El próximo 26 de mayo llegará a los cines el remake de acción real de LA SIRENITA, y el pasado lunes 8 de mayo la cinta tuvo su premiere mundial en Los Ángeles, a la que asistieron el equipo y reparto de la película, además de varios invitados especiales atados al legado de la misma.

Casting Revealed for The World Premiere of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory


As public booking opens, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who will be starring in the show here!

Cast Confirmed For the London Return of Joanna Pickering's BAD VICTIMS


Bad Victims, written and performed, by award-wining Joanna Pickering, and directed by Erica Gould (world premiers of Neil LaBute and Theresa Rebeck) confirms its cast and returns to stage at The Courtyard Theatre, London with three more special dates on April 26th, 27th and 28th.

PACIFIC OVERTURES, CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, and More Set For Menier Chocolate Factory 2023 Season


With Marjorie Prime currently running at the company's home base in South London and Funny Girl on Broadway, the Menier Chocolate Factory announced forthcoming programming for 2023. Learn more about the lineup here!

THE SON Comes to the Cameri Theatre This Month


Nicolas' divorced parents are concerned about his emotional state. From an optimistic, smiley child, he has become an uncommunicative, grim-faced adolescent who lies constantly. In an attempt to change the feelings he's experiencing, Nicolas asks to go live with his father and his new family in the hope that a new beginning and a new school will do him some good.

Review: DIE MOEDER at The Baxter Explores the Nightmarish Conclusion of Motherhood


DIE MOEDER needs no introduction. After a highly acclaimed run at the TOYOTA US WOORDFEES last year and another successful run at this year's KKNK, DIE MOEDER graces The Baxter's Flipside theatre stage for a limited run. Starring a stellar cast with Sandra Prinsloo at the helm, DIE MOEDER marks Christiaan Olwagen's return to theatre.

Review: PRU PAYNE at Arizona Theatre Company


PRU PAYNE, directed by Sean Daniels and featuring Mimi Kennedy and Gordon Clapp ~ Arizona Theatre Company's emotionally powerful production of Steven Drukman's play runs through April 16th at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.

Paines Plough Appoints Kully Thiarai As Chair Of The Board Alongside New Trustees Lauren Dark And Farha Quadri


Paines Plough has announced a number of new appointments across the organisation. Kully Thiarai will replace the outgoing Kim Grant as Chair of the Board, and new Trustees Lauren Dark and Farha Quadri join the Board of Trustees.

Joanna Pickering's BAD VICTIMS to Return to the London Stage in March


Bad Victims, written and performed, by award-wining Joanna Pickering, and directed by Erica Gould returns to stage, with its original cast, at The Courtyard Theatre, London by popular demand, adding two special dates on March 14th and 15th.

Majestic Repertory Theatre and Vegas Theatre Company Team Up to Produce INHERIT THE WIND in March


Majestic Repertory Theatre and Vegas Theatre Company, both situated in the Arts District, are joining forces to produce the American classic Inherit the Wind by Jerome Lawrence and Robert Edward Lee.

Anthony Hopkins Joins Peacock's THOSE ABOUT TO DIE


Anthony Hopkins has joined the spectacular historical epic series, THOSE ABOUT TO DIE, in the pivotal role of Emperor Vespasian, it was announced by the show’s studio AGC Television via Chairman and CEO Stuart Ford. The series, to be directed by internationally renowned filmmaker Roland Emmerich, is written by Robert Rodat. 

VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Looks Back on His 40-Year Journey With THE MUSIC MAN on COLBERT


Hugh Jackman sat down with Stephen Colbert last night to discuss his journey with The Music Man. Over espresso martinis with Colbert, Jackman also discussed starring in the film adaptation of Florian Zeller's The Son, returning to his role of Wolverine for the upcoming Deadpool film, and more. Watch the interview videos now!

Florian Zeller FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Florian Zeller written?

Florian Zeller has written 4 shows including The Father (Playwright), The Height of the Storm (Playwright), The Mother (Playwright), The Son (Playwright).

What awards has Florian Zeller been nominated for?

Florian Zeller has been nominated for several awards for his play "The Father," including Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding New Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Play at the Tony Awards, and Best Play at the Evening Standard Awards.

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