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Sister Act
[ 1992 ] writer
Addams Family Values
[ 1993 ] writer
Jeffrey
[ 1995 ] writer
In & Out
[ 1997 ] writer
Isn't She Great
[ 2000 ] writer
Marci X
[ 2003 ] writer
The Stepford Wives
[ 2004 ] writer

Paul Rudnick Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding New Play

Paul Rudnick, Jeffrey


winner
Obie Awards - 1993 - Playwriting

Paul Rudnick, Jeffrey


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

Paul Rudnick , Jeffrey


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1982 - Best Book of a Musical

Paul Rudnick, Poor Little Lambs

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Marissa Jaret Winokur to Moderate Talk Back/Q&A for Author Stan Zimmerman at the Drama Bookshop

Tony award winner, Marissa Jaret Winokur, will moderate a Talk Back/Q&A for author Stan Zimmerman Tuesday, April 16th 7:30pm ET.

Road Theatre Company Will Perform Two Premiere Productions in Repertory

THE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY will present two world premiere plays performing in repertory, HIGH MAINTENANCE by Peter Ritt and directed by Stan Zimmerman & SINGULARITIES or the Computers of Venus, written and directed by Laura Stribling. 

Work by Rachel Bloom, Sara Porkalob & More Set for 2024 Williamstown Theatre Festival Summer Season

The 2024 Williamstown Theatre Festival summer season has revealed its lineup. See the shows being presented and learn how to purchase tickets.

Avantika, Tony Danza, Tovah Feldshuh, Tonya Pinkins and More Will Lead New Play WINDOWS

 Windows, a new play written by New York Times Bestselling Author Tawni O'Dell will make its world premiere, in a strictly limited engagement March 25th - 27th at The Town Hall. Learn more about the play and find out who is starring here!

Kathleen Chalfant, Jonathan Raviv, and More Set for HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES at NYTW

New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast & creative team for Here There Are Blueberries, co-written by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony & Emmy Award nominee Moisés Kaufman & Emmy Award nominee Amanda Gronich, and conceived & directed by Moisés Kaufman.

Review: THE NEW CENTURY at The Bent

What did our critic think of THE NEW CENTURY at The Bent?

I HATE HAMLET Announced At Pocket Sandwich Theatre, February 23- March 23

I HATE HAMLET, a Hauntingly Hilarious Comedy, Coming Up at Pocket Sandwich Theatre. Don't miss this hilarious production from Feb 23-March 23.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

Creative Team Set for I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I COULD DIE Directed by Lucas Hnath

New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the full creative team for I Love You So Much I Could Die, written and performed by NYTW Usual Suspect Mona Pirnot (Private), and directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath (Red Speedo).

Santa Paula Theater Center Presents THE NEW CENTURY On The BackStage

Backstage at Santa Paula Theater Center presents THE NEW CENTURY by Paul Rudnick, playing from January 12 - January 21, 2024. Get tickets at santapaulatheatercenter.org.

Matt Bogart, Lauren Zakrin & More to Star in THE LAST DAYS OF CLEOPATRA Industry Presentation

The new musical comedy The Last Days of Cleopatra , penned by acclaimed composer and playwright Charlie Barnett, is set to have an exclusive invite-only industry presentation.

IT'S ONLY A PLAY, McNally's Hit Comedy, to Take the Stage at The City Theatre Company This Month

The City Theatre Company will continue its 2023 fall theatre season with Terrence McNally's side-splitting Broadway comedy salute It's Only a Play. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Sisters Act Up And Over The Top In Lively Production of SISTER ACT at Toby's In Columbia

SISTER ACT at Toby's in Columbia is a delightfully energetic show that is woman-driven and relationship-positive. Songwriter Alan Menken and lyricist Glenn Slater (of Disney fame) create numbers specifically for theatrical production of the movie-inspired script. Ear-pleasing harmonies abound in an extravaganza of song, dance and sisterhood.

Shequida Hall And Melissa D'Andrea To Recieve P.R.I.D.E. Performing Arts Award

The Playthings Theatre of New York will be hosting its one night only Gala Concert on Monday, Septemeber 25th at 7:00PM.

New York Theatre Workshop Reveals 2023/24 Season 2050 Administrative Fellows & Producing Fellow

Find out what's in store for New York Theatre Workshop's 2023/24 season as they announce their lineup and introduce the 2050 Administrative Fellows. Get a sneak peek into the productions and meet the talented individuals who will contribute to the success of the theater.

New York Theatre Workshop to Present the 05Fest - in Conjunction with THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL

Discover the excitement at New York Theatre Workshop's 05Fest, where THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL takes center stage. Immerse yourself in a festival of innovative theater and experience the best of what NYTW has to offer. Don't miss this captivating celebration of theater!

Broadway Podcast Network Debuts Docu-Podcast FINDING FIRE ISLAND

The Broadway Podcast Network (BPN) announces the new docu-podcast, “Finding Fire Island,” which brings to life how a sleepy, 19th century beach town became a modern day queer mecca for artists and the New York City theater community. Episodes are now available on BPN.FM/FINDINGFIREISLAND or wherever you get your podcasts.

FINDING FIRE ISLAND Docu-Podcast Featuring Joel Kim Booster, Margaret Cho, & Matt Rogers to Debut in July

“Finding Fire Island” – a docu-podcast series which brings to life how a sleepy, 19th century beach town became a modern day queer mecca for artists and the New York City theater community – will debut on July 6 via Broadway Podcast Network. 

Alexandra Silber, Jason Bowen & More to Star in THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL at New York Theatre Workshop

New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast and creative team for The Half-God of Rainfall. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

New York Theatre Workshop Reveals 2050 Fellows, New Company-in-Residence and Artistic Department Expansion

New York Theatre Workshop has announced the artists selected for the 2023/24 Season 2050 Artistic Fellowship.

Paul Rudnick FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Paul Rudnick written?

Paul Rudnick has written 12 shows including Poor Little Lambs (Playwright), I Hate Hamlet (Playwright), Jeffrey (Playwright), The Naked Truth (Playwright), The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told (Playwright), Rude Entertainment (Playwright), Valhalla (Playwright), Regrets Only (Playwright), The New Century (Playwright), The New Century (Playwright), Standing On Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays (Playwright), The Devil Wears Prada (Bookwriter & Lyricist).

What awards has Paul Rudnick been nominated for?

Paul Rudnick has been nominated for the following awards: - Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Jeffrey - Playwriting (Obie Awards) for Jeffrey - John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jeffrey - Best Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Poor Little Lambs.

What awards has Paul Rudnick won?

Paul Rudnick has won several awards for his work, including the Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Jeffrey, Playwriting (Obie Awards) for Jeffrey, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jeffrey, and Best Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Poor Little Lambs.

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