Anne Washburn
Latest News on Anne Washburn:
Anne Washburn Named Recipient Of $35,000 Hermitage Major Theater Award (Feb 27, 2026)
Jonathan Groff-Led AS YOU LIKE IT and More Set For Royal Shakespeare Company 2026-27 Season (Feb 26, 2026)
Target Margin Theater Will Present Jean Genet-Inspired THIS IS REAL in March (Jan 28, 2026)
Anne Washburn Named Recipient Of $35,000 Hermitage Major Theater Award (Feb 27, 2026)
Jonathan Groff-Led AS YOU LIKE IT and More Set For Royal Shakespeare Company 2026-27 Season (Feb 26, 2026)
Target Margin Theater Will Present Jean Genet-Inspired THIS IS REAL in March (Jan 28, 2026)
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Managing Director Leslie Marcus, Colleen Werthmann, Susannah Flood, Sam Breslin Wright, Jennifer R. Morris, Gibson Frazier, Playwright Anne Washburn, Composer Michael Friedman, Director Steve Cosson, Quincy Tyler Bernstine, Matthew Maher, Nedra McClyde a
Date:
07/26/2013
From: Photo Coverage: Meet the Company of Playwrights Horizons' MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY
Colleen Werthmann, Susannah Flood, Jennifer R. Morris, Gibson Frazier, Playwright Anne Washburn, Composer Michael Friedman, Director Steve Cosson, Quincy Tyler Bernstine, Matthew Maher, Nedra McClyde and Sam Breslin Wright
Date:
07/26/2013
From: Photo Coverage: Meet the Company of Playwrights Horizons' MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY
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Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play
Anne Washburn1 Out of 12
Videos
VIDEO: Watch Highlights and Behind the Scenes of MR. BURNS, A POST ELECTRIC PLAY!
by Christina Mancuso - 2017-04-21 16:29:14
VIDEO: Playwright Anne Washburn Says Sound Is Huge In Her New ANTILA PNEUMATICA
by Michael Dale - 2016-03-15 20:58:30
STAGE TUBE: 10 OUT OF 12 Playwright Anne Washburn Mentors Students in WA
by Stage Tube - 2015-06-11 18:08:25
STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lippa Inspires Students in Michigan for DGF's Traveling Masters
by Stage Tube - 2015-05-11 16:14:19
News
Anne Washburn Named Recipient Of $35,000 Hermitage Major Theater Award
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
Anne Washburn has been named the sixth recipient of the $35,000 Hermitage Major Theater Award. The commission from the Hermitage Artist Retreat includes a Florida residency and a New York workshop anticipated for fall 2027.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
Anne Washburn has been named the sixth recipient of the $35,000 Hermitage Major Theater Award. The commission from the Hermitage Artist Retreat includes a Florida residency and a New York workshop anticipated for fall 2027.
Jonathan Groff-Led AS YOU LIKE IT and More Set For Royal Shakespeare Company 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company will present a new season of theatrical productions in 2026-27, featuring classic and contemporary plays. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company will present a new season of theatrical productions in 2026-27, featuring classic and contemporary plays. Learn more about the lineup here!
Target Margin Theater Will Present Jean Genet-Inspired THIS IS REAL in March
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026
Target Margin Theater will present the world premiere of 'THIS IS REAL,' inspired by Jean Genet, from March 1 to April 5, 2026. The production explores themes of identity and reality through innovative staging and performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026
Target Margin Theater will present the world premiere of 'THIS IS REAL,' inspired by Jean Genet, from March 1 to April 5, 2026. The production explores themes of identity and reality through innovative staging and performance.
Submissions Open for Red Bull Theater's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
Submissions are open for Red Bull Theater's 16th Short New Play Festival 2026- Refinished. Six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year’s theme, “Refinished,” will be selected.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
Submissions are open for Red Bull Theater's 16th Short New Play Festival 2026- Refinished. Six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year’s theme, “Refinished,” will be selected.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 14, 2026- LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Welcomes New Stars and More
by - Jan 14, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 14, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jan 14, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 14, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Boots Riley to Bring Anne Washburn's MR. BURNS Play to the Screen
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2026
Boots Riley, filmmaker behind 2018's Sorry to Bother You and the upcoming I Love Boosters, is bringing Anne Washburn's Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play, to the big screen.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2026
Boots Riley, filmmaker behind 2018's Sorry to Bother You and the upcoming I Love Boosters, is bringing Anne Washburn's Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play, to the big screen.
10 OUT OF 12 By Anne Washburn to be Presented at PCS Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
PCS Theater will present 10 out of 12 by Anne Washburn. Directed by Richard Farella, with assistant direction by Mike Sokolowski and produced by Kristin Hegel, 10 out of 12 immerses audiences in the often unseen world of a technical rehearsal.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
PCS Theater will present 10 out of 12 by Anne Washburn. Directed by Richard Farella, with assistant direction by Mike Sokolowski and produced by Kristin Hegel, 10 out of 12 immerses audiences in the often unseen world of a technical rehearsal.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 12, 2025- WORKING GIRL First Look and More
by - Nov 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Nov 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE Celebrates Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 11, 2025
Vineyard Theatre and The Civilians just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE. Written by Anne Washburn and directed by Steve Cosson, the co-production now runs through December 7, 2025. Check out photos from inside opening night!
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 11, 2025
Vineyard Theatre and The Civilians just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE. Written by Anne Washburn and directed by Steve Cosson, the co-production now runs through December 7, 2025. Check out photos from inside opening night!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 11, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Opens On Broadway and More
by - Nov 11, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Nov 11, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE Extended Through December At Vineyard Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025
Vineyard Theatre and The Civilians will extend the world premiere of THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE for one week, with performances now scheduled through December 7, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025
Vineyard Theatre and The Civilians will extend the world premiere of THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE for one week, with performances now scheduled through December 7, 2025.
Review Roundup: THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
The world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn and directed by Steve Cosson, in a co-production with The Civilians, is now open. Read the reviews here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
The world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn and directed by Steve Cosson, in a co-production with The Civilians, is now open. Read the reviews here!
Photos: Jeff Biehl, Bartley Booz and More in THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of the world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of the world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Centenary Stage Company’s Nextstage Rep to Present Final Weekend Of MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
Centenary Stage Company’s NEXTStage Repertory continues its 2025–2026 season with Anne Washburn’s Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play, featuring a score by Michael Friedman and lyrics by Anne Washburn.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
Centenary Stage Company’s NEXTStage Repertory continues its 2025–2026 season with Anne Washburn’s Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play, featuring a score by Michael Friedman and lyrics by Anne Washburn.
The Civilians Reveals 16th Annual R&D Group & 2025/26 Next Forever Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025
The Civilians has revealed its 25th anniversary season, featuring the newest members of its R&D Group and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025
The Civilians has revealed its 25th anniversary season, featuring the newest members of its R&D Group and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here!
Centenary Stage Company’s NEXTStage Repertory to Return With MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
Centenary Stage Company’s NEXTStage Repertory will return for the 2025-2026 season with a production of Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play by Anne Washburn. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
Centenary Stage Company’s NEXTStage Repertory will return for the 2025-2026 season with a production of Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play by Anne Washburn. Learn more!
Dramatists Guild Foundation to Present Work of 2024-2025 Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
The Dramatists Guild Foundation will present selections of work by the 2024-2025 Class of Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
The Dramatists Guild Foundation will present selections of work by the 2024-2025 Class of Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows. Learn more and see how to attend.
Photos: THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE World Premiere in Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2025
Vineyard Theatre Artistic Director Sarah Stern and The Civilians Artistic Director Steve Cosson have shared photos from the first rehearsal for the world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn and directed by Steve Cosson.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2025
Vineyard Theatre Artistic Director Sarah Stern and The Civilians Artistic Director Steve Cosson have shared photos from the first rehearsal for the world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn and directed by Steve Cosson.
Centenary Stage Company NEXTStage Repertory Opens 2025"26 Season with MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2025
Centenary Stage Company’s NEXTStage Repertory will open the 2025–26 season with Anne Washburn’s Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play, October 16–26 at the Lackland Performing Arts Center in Hackettstown, NJ.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2025
Centenary Stage Company’s NEXTStage Repertory will open the 2025–26 season with Anne Washburn’s Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play, October 16–26 at the Lackland Performing Arts Center in Hackettstown, NJ.
THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE at Vineyard Theatre Sets Full Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
Vineyard Theatre has revealed the full cast for the world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
Vineyard Theatre has revealed the full cast for the world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Anne Washburn written?
Anne Washburn has written 5 shows including Apparition (Playwright), The Internationalist (Playwright), Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play (Playwright), The Twilight Zone (Adaptor), The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire (Writer).
What awards has Anne Washburn been nominated for?
and Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for 10 Out of 12.
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