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Goold is the Almeida Theatre's Artistic Director where he has directed Shipwreck, Albion, INK (transferred to the West End), Richard III, Medea, The Merchant of Venice, King Charles III (West End, Broadway, U.K. and international tour) and American Psycho (also Broadway).
He was Artistic Director of Headlong from 2005 until 2013 where his work included The Effect, Enron, Earthquakes in London and Decade. Other credits include Made in Dagenham (West End) and Macbeth (Chichester Festival Theatre, West End and Broadway). He has twice been the recipient of the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Director.
On film, he directed True Story starring James Franco and Jonah Hill, a television adaptation of his production King Charles III for BBC and the forthcoming feature film Judy.

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Rupert Goold Movies

True Story
[ 2015 ] writer
Richard III
[ 2016 ] direction

Rupert Goold Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rupert Goold, Ink

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Direction of a Play

Rupert Goold, Ink

Olivier Awards - 2018 - Best Director

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Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rupert Goold, American Psycho

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rupert Goold, King Charles III

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Rupert Goold, American Psycho

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Rupert Goold, King Charles III

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Direction of a Play

Rupert Goold, King Charles III

Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Director

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Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Director

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Evening Standard Awards - 2009 - Best Director

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Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Director

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director of a Play

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Evening Standard Awards - 2007 - Best Director

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Cast Set For RICHARD III at Shakespeare's Globe


Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Richard III, directed by Elle While. Performances run 9 May – 3 August. Learn more about the cast here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 11, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 11, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: First Look at Michael Stuhlbarg and More in PATRIOTS on Broadway


Previews are now underway for Patriots, the timely new play by Peter Morgan, and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner and Artistic Director of London’s Almeida Theatre, Rupert Goold. Check out first photos of the cast in action here.

Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners


The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!

BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions


The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.

PATRIOTS Will Offer $40 In-Person Rush and $30 Online Lottery Tickets


Get your tickets for PATRIOTS with a new $40 in-person rush and $30 online lottery ticket policy. Don't miss the chance to witness this Broadway sensation at a bargain.

Meet the Cast of PATRIOTS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway


The Almeida Theatre production of Patriots officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, April 1. Meet the cast of Patriots here!

Andrew Scott, David Tennant & More Win U.K. Critics' Circle Theatre Awards


See who won U.K. Critics Circle Theatre Awards. Learn more about the awards and read the full list of winners.

Olivier Award-Winner Katie Brayben and Andrew Rannells Will Lead TAMMY FAYE on Broadway


Initial casting has been announced for the Broadway production of the acclaimed musical TAMMY FAYE. Two-time Olivier Award winner Katie Brayben will recreate her Olivier Award-winning performance as Tammy Faye Bakker, and Tony Award nominee Andrew Rannells will reprise his Olivier-nominated performance as Jim Bakker. TAMMY FAYE will begin preview performances on October 19th and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at Broadway's Palace Theater. 

SUNSET BOULEVARD, PLAZA SUITE, and More Nominated For Olivier Awards; Full List!


The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!

Netflix Becomes First-Time Broadway Producer With PATRIOTS


Netflix has become a Broadway producer for the first time with Peter Morgan's Patriots. Learn more about the show!

Full Broadway Cast Set For PATRIOTS, Starring Michael Stuhlbarg, Will Keen, and More


The full Broadway cast has been announced for the Almeida Theatre production of Patriots, the new play by Peter Morgan. Learn more about the show and find out who is starring here!

Review Roundup: THE HUNT Opens at St. Ann's Warehouse


St. Ann’s Warehouse is presenting the U.S. premiere of the Almeida Theatre production of The Hunt. Read the reviews for The Hunt here!

DEAR ENGLAND Stage Play Set For BBC Series; Joseph Fiennes to Reprise Role in James Graham's Adaptation


The BBC has commissioned Dear England, a new drama series adapted from James Graham’s (Sherwood, The Way, Quiz) hit National Theatre play. Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale, Shakespeare in Love) will star as Gareth Southgate. Rupert Goold (Judy, King Charles III, The Hollow Crown), who directed Dear England on stage, will direct the series.

The Almeida Launches 2024 Season, Including THE COMEUPPANCE, ALMA MATER, and More


The Almeida Theatre has announced a new season for 2024! Learn more about highlights from the season here!

A SIGN OF THE TIMES, BROOKLYN LAUNDRY & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows February


What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this February are world premieres, new musicals and more.

Michael Stuhlbarg Will Return to Broadway in Peter Morgan's PATRIOTS


Award-winning theatre, film, and television actor Michael Stuhlbarg will return to Broadway for the first time in almost 20 years to star in Patriots, the Almeida Theatre production of the timely new play by Peter Morgan. Learn more about the play here!

VIDEO: New Trailer For The National Theatre Live's DEAR ENGLAND


Get a first look at a new trailer for The National Theatre will release two new National Theatre Live's Dear England.

RSC's New Season to Include OTHELLO, EDWARD II and Works by Sheridan and Hanif Kureishi


Newly appointed Co-Artistic Directors of the RSC, Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey have announced their inaugural season for the Company.

US Premiere of THE HUNT Starring Tobias Menzies to Begin in February at St. Ann's Warehouse


St. Ann’s Warehouse is presenting the U.S. premiere of the Almeida Theatre production ofThe Hunt, a blistering thriller catapulting audiences into some of today’s thorniest questions surrounding mob justice and forgiveness.

Rupert Goold FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Rupert Goold written?

Rupert Goold has written 1 shows including Figures of Speech (Conceiver).

What awards has Rupert Goold been nominated for?

Rupert Goold has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Ink," Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for "Ink," Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "Ink," Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "American Psycho," Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "King Charles III," Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "American Psycho," Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "King Charles III," Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for "King Charles III," Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "King Charles III," Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "Enron," Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for "Enron," Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "Macbeth," Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Macbeth," and Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for "Macbeth."

What awards has Rupert Goold won?

Rupert Goold has won the Best Director award at the Olivier Awards for "Enron" and "Macbeth," as well as at the Evening Standard Awards for the same productions.

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