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A.R. Gurney

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Birth Place: Buffalo, NY, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

Love Letters
[Off-Broadway]
1989
Andrew Makepeace Ladd III [Replacement]
[Replacement]

Productions

The Wayside Motor InnThe Wayside Motor Inn
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Writer
Young Playwrights Festival (1983)
 
[Off-Broadway, 1983]
Dramaturg

Writing

Buffalo Gal
Playwright
Crazy Mary
Playwright
Indian Blood
Playwright
The David Show
Playwright
Big Bill
Playwright
The Middle Ages
Playwright
The Fourth Wall
Playwright
The Dining Room
Playwright
Later Life
Playwright
Later Life
Playwright
Overtime
Playwright
Far East
Playwright
Labor Day
Playwright
Urban Blight
Bookwriter
Black Tie
Playwright
Heresy
Plawyright
The Old Boy
Playwright
Love Letters
Playwright
Love Letters
Playwright
Grace
Bookwriter
Richard Cory
Source Material

Awards and Nominations


winner
- 2013 - Legend of Off Broadway Honoree

A.R. Gurney


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Special Award

A.R. Gurney, A.R. Gurney


winner
The Lortels - 1994 - Outstanding Body of Work

A.R. Gurney

The Pulitzer Prize - 1990 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

A.R. Gurney, Love Letters

Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding New Play

A.R. Gurney, The Cocktail Hour

Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Play

A.R. Gurney, The Dining Room

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Theatre Collingwood Unveils 2026 Season Featuring the Fireside Festival and More Photo
Theatre Collingwood Unveils 2026 Season Featuring the Fireside Festival and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

Theatre Collingwood has unveiled its 2026 season, a year-long celebration of Connections Through Story, Song & Community. Running from January through November, the new season blends heartwarming theatre, uplifting music, and unforgettable live experiences across South Georgian Bay.
Patrick Duffy And Linda Purl to Star in LOVE LETTERS At Judson Theatre In Pinehurst Photo
Patrick Duffy And Linda Purl to Star in LOVE LETTERS At Judson Theatre In Pinehurst
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

This weekend, Judson Theatre Company will revive its very first hit at Bradshaw Performing Arts Center: A.R. Gurney's 'Love Letters,' starring real-life couple Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl.
Barbara Eden And Hal Linden To Star In A.R. Gurney’s LOVE LETTERS At El Portal Thea Photo
Barbara Eden And Hal Linden To Star In A.R. Gurney’s LOVE LETTERS At El Portal Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025

El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood will present a one-night-only performance of A.R. Gurney’s Love Letters, starring Barbara Eden and Hal Linden, on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 7 p.m.
Creative Atlas And New Wave Arts Will Present A.R. Gurney’s LOVE LETTERS In Novembe Photo
Creative Atlas And New Wave Arts Will Present A.R. Gurney’s LOVE LETTERS In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2025

Creative Atlas and New Wave Arts will present a new interpretation of A.R. Gurney’s Pulitzer Prize-nominated play LOVE LETTERS, directed by Gera Sandler, running November 19–23, 2025, at the ATA Sargent Theatre, 314 West 54th Street in New York City.
Interview: Rob Ackerman of BACKTALK at Abbey Theater Of Dublin Photo
Interview: Rob Ackerman of BACKTALK at Abbey Theater Of Dublin
by Paul Batterson - Sep 24, 2025

“We all have voices in our heads. Even the people who say they don't have (that inner voice), have one. You have these little suggestions you get from somewhere that aren’t from you. In BACKTALK, we have a double love story between our inner life and our buttoned up life, and that plays out on stage.” --Rob Ackerman
John Lee Beatty Will Receive Ming Cho Lee Award For Lifetime Achievement Photo
John Lee Beatty Will Receive Ming Cho Lee Award For Lifetime Achievement
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

Scenic designer John Lee Beatty will be honored with the Ming Cho Lee Award for Lifetime Achievement in Design bestowed by the Henry Hewes Design Awards .
Interview: Stephanie Zimbalist at Westport Country Playhouse Photo
Interview: Stephanie Zimbalist at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Sep 5, 2025

Although Stephanie Zimbalist is mostly associated with Hollywood, her heart is in the theater. Zimbalist will be back at the Westport Country Playhouse on September 27th in the one night only performance of The Fitzgeralds: A Reading with Music, which also stars Alec Baldwin.
Photos: SYLVIA at Sharon Playhouse Photo
Photos: SYLVIA at Sharon Playhouse
by Emmy Rice - Aug 30, 2025

Production photos have been released for Syliva, playing at Sharon Playhouse. This heartwarming and hilarious production pairs Broadway favorites with talented local artists for an unforgettable celebration of love, loyalty, and laughter. See the photos here!
A.R. Gurney's SYLVIA Begins This Month at The Sharon Playhouse Photo
A.R. Gurney's SYLVIA Begins This Month at The Sharon Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

The Sharon Playhouse will present A.R. Gurney’s hit comedy Sylvia from August 29–September 7, 2025. Starring Jen Cody in the title role and directed by Colin Hanlon, the production features a Broadway-caliber cast bringing new life to the beloved story of love, loyalty, and laughter.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 7/10/2025; Jobs In Social Media, HR and More Photo
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 7/10/2025; Jobs In Social Media, HR and More
by - Jul 10, 2025

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/10/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE to Complete Run at Clemans Theater Photo
Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE to Complete Run at Clemans Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2025

East Lynne Theater Company has chosen to produce the remaining performances of “Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise” at the Clemans Theater for the Arts at the Allen AME Church through July 12.
Sharon Playhouse Reveals Casting For 2025-26 Season Photo
Sharon Playhouse Reveals Casting For 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025

The Sharon Playhouse will continue its tradition of pairing extraordinary talent from Broadway, television and film with talented local theater artists from the region and beyond, proudly announces casting for the 2025 season.
KEN LUDWIG'S DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE Begins This Month At East Lynne Theater Company Photo
KEN LUDWIG'S DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE Begins This Month At East Lynne Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2025

East Lynne Theater Company will present its first show of the company's Mainstage Season, “Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise,” from June 19 to July 12, with a special performance to honor Veterans on June 27.
Don Shelby and Nancy Nelson Bring LOVE LETTERS to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Photo
Don Shelby and Nancy Nelson Bring LOVE LETTERS to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will once again team up in a theatre collaboration with Twin Cities icons, Nancy Nelson & Don Shelby, as they star in LOVE LETTERS.
Opening May 16: THE FUNDAMENTALIST by Juha Jokela Stars Claudia Godi and John Hickok Photo
Opening May 16: THE FUNDAMENTALIST by Juha Jokela Stars Claudia Godi and John Hickok
by Bruce Apar - May 12, 2025

The Fundamentalist follows the story of Markus, a reformed minister, who is confronted by Heidi, a former student turned religious extremist. As Heidi attempts to 'save' Markus from his loss of faith, the play explores profound questions about belief, identity, and moral responsibility in a divided world.
Review: HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES at Castle Craig Players Photo
Review: HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES at Castle Craig Players
by Sean Fallon - May 3, 2025

On Friday, May 2nd, I had the pleasure of seeing another first-rate production as put on by the Castle Craig Players at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse in Meriden, CT, a comedy called HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES, written by Alan Ayckbourn. Under the excellent directing of Pamela Amodio, this first-rate cast includes Wilson Belbin, Samantha Brown, Gina Marie Davies, Richard Gaudiosi, Cindy Harris and Jeffrey Liggett all of whom have a strong stage presence and excellent stage chemistry with each other.
Photos: Dramatists Guild Awards Honor David Henry Hwang, Shaina Taub and More Photo
Photos: Dramatists Guild Awards Honor David Henry Hwang, Shaina Taub and More
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2025

Last night, the Dramatists Guild of America honored the recipients of their 2025 Awards with a ceremony at Green Fig at which playwrights, composers, lyricists, and librettists celebrated their fellow theatre writers. Check out photos here!
David Henry Hwang To Receive Dramatist Guild Lifetime Achievement Award Photo
David Henry Hwang To Receive Dramatist Guild Lifetime Achievement Award
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2025

The Dramatists Guild of America has announced that the recipient of its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award is playwright David Henry Hwang. The award will be presented at the Guild’s annual awards ceremony on Monday, April 28. 
Briga Heelan, Robert Sella and More to Star in KING OF THE HOLLYWOOD FIXERS Reading Photo
Briga Heelan, Robert Sella and More to Star in KING OF THE HOLLYWOOD FIXERS Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

American Theater Group will present the premiere reading of King of the Hollywood Fixers by Douglas J. Cohen as part of its free Monday Night Play Reading Series. Learn how to attend.
Review: SYLVIA at Carlisle Theatre Players On High Photo
Review: SYLVIA at Carlisle Theatre Players On High
by Andrea Stephenson - Mar 14, 2025

The entire cast comes together in a beautiful way to create a production that is relatable, engaging, and emotional. If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, do not miss out on seeing Sylvia at Carlisle Theatre.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has A.R. Gurney written?

A.R. Gurney has written 30 shows including Grace (Bookwriter), The David Show (Playwright), Tonight in Living Color (Playwright), Who Killed Richard Cory? (Playwright), The Dining Room (Playwright), What I Did Last Summer (Playwright), The Middle Ages (Playwright), The Perfect Party (Playwright), Another Antigone (Playwright), Urban Blight (Bookwriter), The Cocktail Hour (Playwright), Love Letters (Playwright), Love Letters (Playwright), Later Life (Playwright), A Cheever Evening (Playwright), Sylvia (Playwright), Overtime (Playwright), Labor Day (Playwright), Far East (Playwright), Richard Cory (Source Material), The Fourth Wall (Playwright), Big Bill (Playwright), Indian Blood (Playwright), Crazy Mary (Playwright), Buffalo Gal (Playwright), The Grand Manner (Playwright), Black Tie (Playwright), Heresy (Plawyright), The Old Boy (Playwright), Love & Money (Author).

What awards has A.R. Gurney been nominated for?

Legend of Off Broadway Honoree () for , Special Award (Drama Desk Awards) for A.R. Gurney, Outstanding Body of Work (The Lortels), The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Love Letters, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cocktail Hour and Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Dining Room.

What awards has A.R. Gurney won?

A.R. Gurney has received several notable honors, including the Legend of Off Broadway Honoree. He also won a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards and was recognized for Outstanding Body of Work by The Lortels.

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