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BIO

Amy Herzog's plays include After the Revolution (Williamstown, Playwrights Horizons; John Gassner Award Nomination), The Wendy Play (ACT, San Francisco), Hungry (Ensemble Studio Theater) and Belleville (upcoming, Yale Repertory Theater). She has had readings/workshops at Steppenwolf, Manhattan Theater Club, New York Stage and Film, Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., and Soho Rep, among others. She holds commissions from the Yale Rep, Steppenwolf, Ars Nova, and Playwrights Horizons and is an alumna of Youngblood, Play Group, and the SoHo Rep Writer/Director Lab, a Helen Merrill Award recipient, a former Playwrights' Realm Fellow, and the 2010 Playwright in Residence at Ars Nova. She teaches Playwriting at Bryn Mawr. MFA: Yale School of Drama.

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Productions

An Enemy of the PeopleAn Enemy of the People
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Adaptation
A Doll's HouseA Doll's House
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Adaptator

Writing

4000 Miles
Playwright
Belleville
Playwright
Mary Jane
Playwright

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Adaptation

Amy Herzog, An Enemy of the People

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Play

Amy Herzog, Mary Jane


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2023 - Best Revival of a Play

Amy Herzog, A Doll's House


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Adaptation

Amy Herzog, A Doll's House

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Play

Amy Herzog, Mary Jane


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Best Play

Amy Herzog, Mary Jane


winner
Obie Awards - 2018 - Playwriting Award

Amy Herzog, Mary Jane

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Play

Amy Herzog, Belleville

The Pulitzer Prize - 2013 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Amy Herzog, 4 Miles


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Best New American Play

Amy Herzog , 4 Miles


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Best New American Play

Amy Herzog, 4 Miles

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Construction More Than 75% Complete on TimeLine Theatre New Home Photo
Construction More Than 75% Complete on TimeLine Theatre New Home
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2025

TimeLine Theatre Company has confirmed that construction of its new home is more than 75% complete, with sights set on substantial completion of the building in February.
Ensemble Studio Theatre Reveals 2025"2026 Youngblood Playwrights Cohort Photo
Ensemble Studio Theatre Reveals 2025"2026 Youngblood Playwrights Cohort
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025

Ensemble Studio Theatre’s Youngblood program has announced ten new members for its 2025–2026 season. The OBIE Award-winning collective will welcome Davis Alianiello, Messiah Cristine, Avery Deutsch, Xiaoyan Kang, Carolyn Kettig, Gloria Majule, Max Mooney, Jordan Ramirez Puckett, Eliya Smith, and Rosa Thomas.
Spotlight: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Theater J Photo
Spotlight: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Theater J
by BWW Special Offer - Nov 12, 2025

Meet the Cast: An Enemy of the People at Theater J. An Enemy of the People: Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding Adaptation and recent Broadway sensation, Amy Herzog’s work unearths the relevance of Ibsen’s tale for our time, weighing the cost of standing up to power when pressured into silence.
Review: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Theater J Photo
Review: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Theater J
by Itai Yasur - Nov 11, 2025

Ibsen's classic; readapted and reimagined. See what our critic had to say.
THE WILD DUCK & More Lead Washington, DC's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows Photo
THE WILD DUCK & More Lead Washington, DC's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Oct 30, 2025

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include The Wild Duck and more.
Photos: Josh Groban, Darren Criss and More Honor Anna Wintour at Only Make Believe 25 Photo
Photos: Josh Groban, Darren Criss and More Honor Anna Wintour at Only Make Believe 25th Anniversary Gala
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 16, 2025

Only Make Believe celebrated its 25th Anniversary Gala on Monday, October 13, at the historic Shubert Theatre, hosted by John Oliver. Check out photos from the evening below!
Photos: PRINCE F****T Celebrates Gala Night Off-Broadway Photo
Photos: PRINCE F****T Celebrates Gala Night Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2025

Jordan Tannahill's Prince Faggot is now running an additional three weeks, through November 30, in Seaview's new Off-Broadway home. Check out photos from the show's gala night here!
SULFUR BOTTOM Extends By Two Weeks Off-Broadway Photo
SULFUR BOTTOM Extends By Two Weeks Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025

Sulfur Bottom has announced a two-week extension of its running time. The show will now be performed until October 25th at The Jerry Orbach Theater at The Theater Center.
AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Comes to Theater J Photo
AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Comes to Theater J
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025

Theater J will bring Amy Herzog's adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's An Enemy of the People to the stage. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets here!
Review: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Union Arts Center Photo
Review: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Union Arts Center
by Jay Irwin - Sep 26, 2025

Sometimes, Dear Readers, a play can come along that feels so topical, and so raw, that you may walk out of the theater feeling uneasy. And even more so when you realize that play was originally written in 1882 Norway. Such a play is the new adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s “An Enemy of the People”, currently playing at Union Arts Center (formerly ACT). And even with that feel of “ick” as we walked out, I was still thrilled with the knowledge of what theatrical powerhouses we have in Seattle and how, when they come together, can put on such a solid and resonant production.
Manhattan Theater Club Names Nicki Hunter as New Artistic Director Photo
Manhattan Theater Club Names Nicki Hunter as New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025

Manhattan Theater Club has named Nicki Hunter as its next artistic director. Learn more about Hunter and about the changes being made to the organization here!
Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE at Guthrie Theater Photo
Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - Sep 19, 2025

​​​​​​​A perfect life is difficult to achieve but near impossible to maintain. This is the foundational message within Amy Herzog’s dynamic adaptation of the classic Henrik Ibsen play, A Doll’s House, kicking off the Guthrie Theater’s 25-26 season.
Meet the Cast of WAITING FOR GODOT, Now Playing on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of WAITING FOR GODOT, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2025

Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot is now on Broadway! Meet the cast of Waiting For Godot and learn more about the show here! 
MARY JANE Comes to the Magic Theatre, San Francisco Photo
MARY JANE Comes to the Magic Theatre, San Francisco
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2025

The Actors' Reading Collective, in residence at the Magic Theatre, is thrilled to announce the San Francisco premiere of Amy Herzog's Mary Jane. Learn more here!
Cast Set for A DOLL'S HOUSE at Guthrie Theater Photo
Cast Set for A DOLL'S HOUSE at Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025

The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for A Doll’s House by Henrik Ibsen, with a new version by Pulitzer finalist and Tony nominee Amy Herzog, directed by Tracy Brigden. Learn more!
Where Are the Women? New Theater Season Announcements Signal a Troubling Setback Photo
Where Are the Women? New Theater Season Announcements Signal a Troubling Setback
by Cara Joy David - Jul 3, 2025

I’ve been writing about the lack of female representation in creative teams for at least 15 years. When I wrote a series on female playwrights a couple of years back, there was a sense that things were getting better. Indeed, when Julia Jordan handed off leadership of the Lillys in December 2023, she proudly reported that gender parity had been reached on off-Broadway stages dedicated to new plays. There was even talk of sunsetting the organization, which has been a driving force in the fight for gender parity.
All Tickets Now On Sale For Pittsburgh Public Theater 2025/2026 Season: Now More Than Photo
All Tickets Now On Sale For Pittsburgh Public Theater 2025/2026 Season: Now More Than Ever
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2025

Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced that single tickets are now on sale for all productions in its 2025–2026 season, titled Now More Than Ever. Season includes Broadway hit AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE and Pulitzer Prize-winner PRIMARY TRUST.
Review: MARY JANE at The Old Fitz Theatre Photo
Review: MARY JANE at The Old Fitz Theatre
by Kym Vaitiekus - Jun 2, 2025

Amy Herzog’s MARY JANE directed by Rachael Chant at The Old Fitz Theatre, is a semi-autobiographical drama that immerses viewers in the life of Mary Jane, a single mother caring for her chronically ill son, Alex, who suffers from nemaline myopathy. Set in a modest Brooklyn apartment and various medical settings, the play unfolds through naturalistic dialogue, capturing the relentless grind of caregiving.
The Best Tony Awards Fashions of the 2020s Photo
The Best Tony Awards Fashions of the 2020s
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025

Let’s take a look back at some of the most unforgettable looks that turned the Tony Awards into a true fashion spectacle. Check out photos of all of our favorite Tony Awards fashions of the 2020s!
EUREKA DAY And More Set for TimeLine Theatre Company 2025-26 Season Photo
EUREKA DAY And More Set for TimeLine Theatre Company 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2025

TimeLine Theatre Company has announced a landmark 29th season—culminating in a long-awaited inaugural production in its new theatre currently under construction at 5035 N. Broadway in Uptown.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Amy Herzog written?

Amy Herzog has written 4 shows including 4000 Miles (Playwright), The Great God Pan (Playwright), Belleville (Playwright), Mary Jane (Playwright).

What awards has Amy Herzog been nominated for?

Outstanding Adaptation (Drama Desk Awards) for An Enemy of the People, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Mary Jane, Best Revival of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for A Doll's House, Outstanding Adaptation (Drama Desk Awards) for A Doll's House, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mary Jane, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Jane, Playwriting Award (Obie Awards) for Mary Jane, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Belleville, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for 4000 Miles , Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for 4000 Miles and Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for 4000 Miles.

What awards has Amy Herzog won?

Amy Herzog has received several prestigious awards throughout her career. She won the Outstanding Adaptation award at the Drama Desk Awards for An Enemy of the People. Additionally, she received the Best Revival of a Play and Outstanding Adaptation awards at the BroadwayWorld Awards and Drama Desk Awards respectively for A Doll's House. Herzog earned the Best Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Mary Jane. She was also honored with the Playwriting Award and Best New American Play at the Obie Awards for Mary Jane and 4000 Miles, respectively.

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