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Lynn Nottage is a Pulitzer Prize winning playwright and a screenwriter. Her plays have been produced widely in the United States and throughout the world.



Plays include Sweat (Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Obie Award, Susan Smith Blackburn Prize, Evening Standard Award; Tony, Drama Desk award nominations); Ruined (Pulitzer Prize for Drama, New York Drama Critics Circle, DD, Outer Critics Circle, Lortel, Obie, and Audelco awards for Best Play); Floyd’s (Guthrie); Mlima’s Tale (The Public); By the Way, Meet Vera Stark (Lilly Award, DD nom); Fabulation, or The Re-Education of Undine (Obie Award; DD, Lortel award noms); Crumbs from the Table of Joy; Las Meninas; Mud, River, Stone; Por’knockers; and POOF!; as well as the book for the musical adaption of The Secret Life of Bees (Atlantic).

TV: She’s Gotta Have It (writer/producer). PEN/Laura Pels Master Dramatist Award, Doris Duke Artist Award, American Academy of Arts and Letters Award, MacArthur “Genius Grant” Fellowship, a Guggenheim Grant, Lucille Lortel Fellowship, Visiting Research Fellowship at Princeton. Associate professor at Columbia. Member of the Dramatists Guild.

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Productions

Imitation of Life
 
[Off-Broadway, 2026]
Book
MJ The MusicalMJ The Musical
 
[West End, 2024]
Writer
Black OrpheusBlack Orpheus
 
[Broadway, 2023] Cancelled
Book Writer
Clyde'sClyde's
 
[Broadway, 2021] [Replacement]
Writer[Replacement]

Writing

Por'Knockers
Playwright
Ruined
Lyricist
Ruined
Playwright
Sweat
Playwright
MJ
Bookwriter

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Lynn Nottage, Intimate Apparel

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Lynn Nottage, Intimate Apparel

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Book of a Musical

Lynn Nottage, MJ the Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Lynn Nottage, The Secret Life of Bees


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Lynn Nottage, The Secret Life of Bees

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Play

Lynn Nottage, Sweat


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Obie Awards - 2017 - Playwrighting

Lynn Nottage, Sweat


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The Lortels - 2017 - Playwrights' Sidewalk Inductee

Lynn Nottage, Lynn Nottage


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The Pulitzer Prize - 2017 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Lynn Nottage, Sweat

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Play

Lynn Nottage, Sweat

Evening Standard Awards - 2014 - Best Play

Lynn NottageIntimate Apparel

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Play

Lynn Nottage, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark


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Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Play

Lynn Nottage, Ruined


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Best Play

Lynn Nottage, Ruined


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Best Play

Lynn Nottage , Ruined


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The Pulitzer Prize - 2009 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Lynn Nottage, Ruined


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Obie Awards - 2005 - Playwriting

Lynn Nottage, Fabulation


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Best Play

Lynn Nottage, Intimate Apparel


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

Lynn Nottage, Intimate Apparel

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Photos: John Legend Previews IMITATION OF LIFE, Sara Bareilles Sings THE INTERESTINGS Photo
Photos: John Legend Previews IMITATION OF LIFE, Sara Bareilles Sings THE INTERESTINGS in Industry Sneak Peek
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026

Last week, Broadway Across America convened approximately 250 of the commercial theater industry’s most influential leaders for the Biennial Broadway Across America Theatrical Conference. See photos.
Video: Kara Young Stars in First Trailer for IS GOD IS Film Adaptation Photo
Video: Kara Young Stars in First Trailer for IS GOD IS Film Adaptation
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2026

The first trailer has dropped for Is God Is, the new feature adaptation of Aleshea Harris' award-winning play of the same name. The movie marks Harris's feature directorial debut and stars two-time Tony winner Kara Young and Mallori Johnson. Watch it now.
Wellesley Repertory Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team For In-Process Presentatio Photo
Wellesley Repertory Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team For In-Process Presentation Of LIFTED
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026

Wellesley Repertory Theatre will present 'LIFTED,' the seventh installment in the Ufot Family Cycle, with performances scheduled across three venues in March.
Review: THE CHILDREN at West End Players Guild is Fascinating, Well Directed, and Exq Photo
Review: THE CHILDREN at West End Players Guild is Fascinating, Well Directed, and Exquisitely Acted
by James Lindhorst - Feb 16, 2026

Lucy Kirkwood’s play The Children is fascinating and compelling. Her script prompts discussion about corporate responsibility, what accountability an organization’s employees should own, and how tragic circumstances force people to face personal transgressions and the fallout from their poor decisions.
MEET VERA STARK By Lynn Nottage to Open At Laurel Mill Playhouse Photo
MEET VERA STARK By Lynn Nottage to Open At Laurel Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026

Laurel Mill Playhouse will present 'MEET VERA STARK' by Lynn Nottage, exploring the life of Vera Stark, an African American maid and aspiring actress, from February 20 to March 15, 2026. Directed by Lorraine Brooks and produced by Maureen Rogers, the play delves into Stark's complex relationship with her employer, a fading white Hollywood star.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 13, 2026- Chatting with OH, MARY! Star John Camer Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 13, 2026- Chatting with OH, MARY! Star John Cameron Mitchell and More
by - Feb 13, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
John Legend & Lynn Nottage Musical IMITATION OF LIFE To Premiere At The Shed This F Photo
John Legend & Lynn Nottage Musical IMITATION OF LIFE To Premiere At The Shed This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

IMITATION OF LIFE, a new musical by Lynn Nottage and John Legend, will premiere at The Shed in New York City. Directed by Liesl Tommy, the limited engagement is co-produced with National Black Theatre. Further casting and ticket details will be announced.
Interview: Amy Goodyear of SWEAT at Playhouse 2000 Photo
Interview: Amy Goodyear of SWEAT at Playhouse 2000
by Alison Bridget Chambers - Feb 11, 2026

Kerrville’s Playhouse 2000 presents “Sweat,” the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by Lynn Nottage, February 6–22 at its VK Garage Theater.
Interview: Jordan Markus of MJ at BJCC/American Theatre Guild Photo
Interview: Jordan Markus of MJ at BJCC/American Theatre Guild
by Cade Lott - Feb 9, 2026

What does it actually take to inhabit the soul of a global icon every night? In my latest sit-down for BroadwayWorld Birmingham, I caught up with Jordan Markus, the powerhouse leading the First National Tour of MJ the Musical. Having played both 'Michael' and 'MJ' from Broadway to the road, Jordan shares a unique look at the grit behind the glitter. We talked about his deep-dive research into the Dangerous era, the grueling physical discipline of the role, and why he refuses to 'box in' his artistry. Birmingham, get ready—this isn't just a tribute; it’s an electric celebration of a legend.
Drama Works Theatre Opens 2026 Season with Historical Drama INTIMATE APPAREL Photo
Drama Works Theatre Opens 2026 Season with Historical Drama INTIMATE APPAREL
by Gillian Blum - Feb 8, 2026

Drama Works Theatre of Old Saybrook is set to kick off it's 2026 season with the historical drama Intimate Apparel by two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage.
Bill Rauch To Be Presented With Harvard Arts Medal Photo
Bill Rauch To Be Presented With Harvard Arts Medal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

Bill Rauch ’84, acclaimed theater director and artistic director of the Perelman Performing Arts Center in New York (PAC NYC), will be the recipient of the 2026 Harvard Arts Medal.
Video: MJ THE MUSICAL Celebrates Four Years On Broadway Photo
Video: MJ THE MUSICAL Celebrates Four Years On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

Yesterday afternoon, the Tony Award-winning global sensation MJ celebrated their 4th Anniversary on Broadway, including a special curtain call performance of Michael Jackson's hit song 'Remember the Time' lead by Matte Martinez. Watch the video!
MJ And KIM’S CONVENIENCE Headline February Programming At The Kravis Center Photo
MJ And KIM’S CONVENIENCE Headline February Programming At The Kravis Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2026

The Kravis Center has announced its February lineup, featuring MJ and Kim’s Convenience. The month includes Broadway, classical concerts, cabaret, film, and family programming.
Rebecca Naomi Jones, Elizabeth Stanley and More to Join Keen Company Gala Photo
Rebecca Naomi Jones, Elizabeth Stanley and More to Join Keen Company Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026

Keen Company will host its first gala under new leadership at Manhattan Penthouse, honoring playwrights Julia Jordan and Marsha Norman, and featuring Rebecca Naomi Jones, Elizabeth Stanley and more.
MJ THE MUSICAL Will Celebrate 4th Anniversary With Post-Show Performance Photo
MJ THE MUSICAL Will Celebrate 4th Anniversary With Post-Show Performance
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026

MJ the Musical will celebrate its 4th anniversary on Broadway with a special post-show performance of Michael Jackson’s hit song, 'Remember The Time.' Learn more about the performance here!
MJ THE MUSICAL Will Return To BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre Photo
MJ THE MUSICAL Will Return To BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026

The Tony Award-winning musical MJ will return to San Francisco as part of the First National Tour. The production will play BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre and is directed by Christopher Wheeldon with a book by Lynn Nottage.
Taraji P. Henson, Thomas Schumacher to be Honored at BTC 2026 Gala Photo
Taraji P. Henson, Thomas Schumacher to be Honored at BTC 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026

BTC will honor Academy Award-nominated Actor, Producer, Author Taraji P. Henson; Tony Award-winning Producer and Author Thomas Schumacher and more at their 2026 gala.
MJ THE MUSICAL To Be Presented As Part Of Broadway In Birmingham Series Photo
MJ THE MUSICAL To Be Presented As Part Of Broadway In Birmingham Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026

The Tony Award–winning musical MJ will play Birmingham as part of the Broadway in Birmingham series at the BJCC Concert Hall. The First National Tour features Jordan Markus in the title role and centers on the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour.
Tsehay Hawkins to Guest Star in MJ The Musical in Melbourne Photo
Tsehay Hawkins to Guest Star in MJ The Musical in Melbourne
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026

Tsehay Hawkins will appear in the Melbourne production of MJ The Musical, making her theatrical stage debut. MJ THE MUSICAL must close at Melbourne’s Her Majesty’s Theatre in March.
Hermitage Artist Retreat Receives Major Gift; Doubling Capacity Photo
Hermitage Artist Retreat Receives Major Gift; Doubling Capacity
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2026

The Hermitage Artist Retreat announced that the organization has received an unprecedented gift of land and property from the Morrison and Steans family.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Lynn Nottage written?

Lynn Nottage has written 12 shows including MJ (Bookwriter), Crumbs from the Table of Joy (Playwright), Por'Knockers (Playwright), Mud, River, Stone (Playwright), Intimate Apparel (Playwright), Fabulation, or the Re-Education of Undine (Playwright), The Antigone Project (Playwright), Ruined (Lyricist), By the Way, Meet Vera Stark (Playwright), In Your Arms (Story), Sweat (Playwright), Intimate Apparel (Libretto).

What awards has Lynn Nottage been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Intimate Apparel, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Intimate Apparel, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for MJ the Musical, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Secret Life of Bees, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Secret Life of Bees, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Sweat, Playwrighting (Obie Awards) for Sweat, Playwrights' Sidewalk Inductee (The Lortels) for Lynn Nottage, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Sweat, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Sweat, Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Intimate Apparel, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for By the Way, Meet Vera Stark , Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ruined, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Ruined, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Ruined, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Ruined, Playwriting (Obie Awards) for Fabulation, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Intimate Apparel and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Intimate Apparel .

What awards has Lynn Nottage won?

Lynn Nottage has won numerous prestigious awards throughout her career. She received the Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Secret Life of Bees. She won the Playwriting award at the Obie Awards for Sweat and was also inducted into the Playwrights' Sidewalk by The Lortels. Nottage earned the Pulitzer Prize for Drama twice, first for Sweat and again for Ruined. Additionally, she won Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Ruined and Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for the same work. She also received the Playwriting award at the Obie Awards for Fabulation. Her play Intimate Apparel earned Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards as well as the John Gassner Playwriting Award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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