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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 Avia­tor, 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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John Logan Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Book of a Musical

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Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Play

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

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Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Play

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

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MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Will Launch World Tour in the UK in 2025


Moulin Rouge! The Musical is set to embark on a world tour, kicking off in the UK next year. This production is set to run simultaneously with the current West End production, now playing at the Piccadilly Theatre.

REEVE CARNEY SINGS THE BEATLES is Coming to The Green Room 42


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present a special two-part evening with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and actor Reeve Carney, paying tribute to one of his greatest musical influences in “Reeve Carney Sings The Beatles'. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Austin Durant Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE! With Hailee Kaleem Wright Joining the Cast


Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Austin Durant as Harold Zidler beginning Tuesday, May 14 at Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

Broadway In Richmond To Present SHUCKED, SOME LIKE IT HOT, And More In 2024 Season


Discover the new lineup for the Broadway in Richmond season. From award-winning musicals to captivating dramas, find out what's hitting the stage in Richmond's vibrant theater scene.

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is Coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in April


The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will make its St. Louis debut at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Purchase tickets now!

OKC Broadway 24/25 Season to Include MOULIN ROUGE, MJ, and More


OKC Broadway has announced their 2024 – 2025 Season. Learn more about the lineup here!

MOULIN ROUGE!, SIX, SHREK & More Set For Broadway San Jose 2024/2025 Season


Broadway San Jose has announced the six productions that will make up the company's 2024/25 season. The season kicks off with the hilarious murder mystery comedy, CLUE (October 29–November 3, 2024), followed by the reimagined production of SHREK THE MUSICAL (December 17–22, 2024).

Ricky Rojas Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE!, Plus New Tickets Released


Original Broadway cast member Ricky Rojas will return to the role of Santiago in Moulin Rouge! The Musical beginning Tuesday, March 26 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Plus a new block of tickets will be released.

FUNNY GIRL, HAMILTON, and More Set For Broadway in Austin 2024-25 Season


Broadway in Austin has announced its upcoming 2024-25 season. The season kicks off with MJ the Musical on October 8, and continues with a total of 7 shows, running through May 2025.

SOME LIKE IT HOT And More Announced for ASU Gammage 2024�"2025 Broadway Season


ASU Gammage has announced a spectacular lineup of shows for its 2024–2025 Broadway Across America — Arizona season.

SOME LIKE IT HOT And More Announced for Denver Center for the Performing Arts 2024/25 Season


Get the latest updates on DCPA Broadway's 2024/25 subscription season and newly added attractions. Stay tuned for exciting performances and theatrical experiences coming your way.

MOULIN ROUGE! Comes to Madison in July


The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Madison at Overture Center. Performances begin Tuesday, July 9 and run through Sunday, July 21 in Overture Hall.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, SHUCKED And More Announced for Tennessee Performing Arts Center's 2024-2025 Broadway Season


Tennessee Center for the Performing Arts has announced the lineup for its 2024-2025 Broadway season, including engagements of Tony Award-winners Moulin Rouge the Musical!, Shucked, MJ The Musical, and Kimberly Akimbo! The season also includes engagements of the touring companies of Peter Pan, Clue, & Juliet, and Mamma Mia!.

London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35


London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35

Review: DOUBLE FEATURE, Hampstead Theatre


The glamour of Old Hollywood loses its shine in John Logan’s newest labour of love. Set in the 60s in an industry fuelled by power struggles, this is less epic than The Motive and the Cue, but decisively more nerdy.

Circle's Edge Presents John Logan's Tony-Winning Drama RED


City Circle Theatre Company's new traveling branch, Circle's Edge, will present its inaugural production later this month in Coralville. Performances of RED will take place February 23–25 and March 1–3 at Brush and Barrel, located in the Clock Tower Plaza. John Logan's RED is a two-actor performance of intense storytelling. Set in the workshop of the American painter Mark Rothko, Circle's Edge brings this psychological drama to life in an intimate performance space seating only 35 audience members.

Concord Music Publishing Signs Broadway Songwriting Team Chris Miller & Nathan Tysen


Concord Music Publishing has signed songwriting team Chris Miller and Nathan Tysen. Learn more about the pair and about the publishing deal.

Photo: First Look at Michael Jackson Biopic Starring His Nephew, Jaafar Jackson


Get a first look at Michael Jackson's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, playing his late uncle in the much-anticipated film “Michael.” The photo features Jackson in performance as Michael Jackson, bringing to life the “Man in the Mirror” from the legendary 1992-1993 Dangerous Tour. The film also features Colman Domingo, Miles Teller, and Nia Long.

Mirvish Theatre 2024/25 Season Includes MOULIN ROUGE!, BACK TO THE FUTURE, and More


Mirvish has revealed its 2024-25 Main Subscription Season, which is comprised of seven productions.   Learn more about the full lineup here!

Review: MOULIN ROUGE! At Straz Center For The Performing Arts Is A Dazzling, Romantic, Bohemian Affair


What did our critic think of MOULIN ROUGE! At Straz Center For The Performing Arts.

John Logan 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?

John Logan has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout his career. These include Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Moulin Rouge!, Best New Play at the Olivier Awards for Red, the John Gassner Playwriting Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Red and Never the Sinner, and Best Play at the Tony Awards for Red.

What awards has John Logan won?

John Logan has won the Tony Award for Best Play for "Red."

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