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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]

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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LOVE LETTERS Comes to Fool Moon Theatre Co. Photo
LOVE LETTERS Comes to Fool Moon Theatre Co.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Fool Moon Theatre Company will stage A.R. Gurney's play LOVE LETTERS in Egg Harbor City and Somers Point, NJ, with performances starting March 14. Learn more here!
Michael Arden, Dane Laffrey, and More Will Receive Transporting American Theatre Awar Photo
Michael Arden, Dane Laffrey, and More Will Receive Transporting American Theatre Award
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Michael Arden, Dane Laffrey, Hillary Blanken, and Fred Gallo will be honored with the Transporting American Theatre Award by Transport Group on April 28.
Theatre Collingwood to Present LOVE LETTERS at Simcoe Street Theatre Photo
Theatre Collingwood to Present LOVE LETTERS at Simcoe Street Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2026

This weekend, skip the predictable Valentine’s dinner plans and experience something far more memorable. Theatre Collingwood is bringing A.R. Gurney’s Love Letters to the Simcoe Street Theatre.
Jane Jenkins and Joseph D'Agosta to Star in LOVE LETTERS at Hudson Theatres Photo
Jane Jenkins and Joseph D'Agosta to Star in LOVE LETTERS at Hudson Theatres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026

Jane Jenkins and Joseph D'Agosta will perform in LOVE LETTERS, a poignant exploration of lifelong friendship and love, at Hudson Theatres in Hollywood on February 21 and 22, 2026.
LOVE LETTERS, PRIMARY TRUST, & More Among Crescent City Stage 2026 Programming Photo
LOVE LETTERS, PRIMARY TRUST, & More Among Crescent City Stage 2026 Programming
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

Crescent City Stage (‘CCS’) has announced the first half of its 2026 season. The series opens February 27 with LOVE LETTERS by A.R. Gurney, starring Nell Nolan and Michael A. Newcomer at the CCS Studio on Magazine Street, followed April 2 by ‘Bard at the Batture.'
Theatre Collingwood To Present LOVE LETTERS, GIRLS NITE OUT, And March Break Drama C Photo
Theatre Collingwood To Present LOVE LETTERS, GIRLS NITE OUT, And March Break Drama Camp
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026

Theatre Collingwood will present a slate of performances and youth programming during February and March, including productions of LOVE LETTERS by A.R. Gurney, the return of GIRLS NITE OUT, and a March Break Drama Camp for young participants.
A CHORUS LINE and More Set for Theatre Aspen 2026 Summer Season Photo
A CHORUS LINE and More Set for Theatre Aspen 2026 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026

Ahead of its 43rd Season, Theatre Aspen has unveiled its three summer productions for 2026, including the groundbreaking, seventh-longest running Broadway musical, A Chorus Line, and more.
Mirror Stage Will Sunset Operations and Active Programming Photo
Mirror Stage Will Sunset Operations and Active Programming
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025

Following 25 years of producing multidisciplinary arts programming, uplifting historically excluded stories, and fostering connections through the art of story, Mirror Stage has announced it will be sunsetting operations and active programming.
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.
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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 been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Legend of Off Broadway Honoree, a Special Award from the Drama Desk Awards, and the Outstanding Body of Work award from The Lortels.

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