Anne Washburn
Anne Washburn is a playwright, adaptor whose BroadwayWorld credits include ANON and The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire.
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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 Washburn, 10 Out of 12
News
Something Wicked This Way Comes: A Guide to NYC's Spookiest Shows
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 25, 2026
The New York theatre scene is offering up a large amount of Halloween season programming this year—from new productions on and off-Broadway to long runners to entries in the concert and cabaret worlds. If you’re looking to get spooked in person this autumn, there are plenty of live performance options to choose from, including some very effective scares that have just started performances.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 25, 2026
The New York theatre scene is offering up a large amount of Halloween season programming this year—from new productions on and off-Broadway to long runners to entries in the concert and cabaret worlds. If you’re looking to get spooked in person this autumn, there are plenty of live performance options to choose from, including some very effective scares that have just started performances.
Interview: Crystal Finn On Playing Jeanie in the World Premiere of ANON at MCC Theater
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2026
Crystal Finn discusses playing Jeanie in the world premiere of Anne Washburn’s ANON at MCC Theater, directed by Anne Kauffman and running through November 1, 2026, opening the company’s 40th Anniversary Season.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2026
Crystal Finn discusses playing Jeanie in the world premiere of Anne Washburn’s ANON at MCC Theater, directed by Anne Kauffman and running through November 1, 2026, opening the company’s 40th Anniversary Season.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 16, 2026- MEMOIRS OF AMOROUS GENTLEMEN Opens Off-Broadway and More
by - Oct 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: ANON Celebrates Opening Night at MCC
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2026
MCC Theater just celebrated opening night for the World Premiere of ANON by Anne Washburn and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Anne Kauffman. ANON is the first production in MCC's 40th Anniversary season. The limited run will continue through Sunday November 1, 2026 at the Newman Mills Theater at The Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater Space. Check out photos here!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2026
MCC Theater just celebrated opening night for the World Premiere of ANON by Anne Washburn and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Anne Kauffman. ANON is the first production in MCC's 40th Anniversary season. The limited run will continue through Sunday November 1, 2026 at the Newman Mills Theater at The Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater Space. Check out photos here!
Review Roundup: Anne Washburn's ANON Opens at MCC
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2026
Now running at MCC Theater is the World Premiere of ANON by Anne Washburn (Mr. Burns, a post-electric play) and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Anne Kauffman (Mary Jane). ANON is the first production in MCC's 40th Anniversary season. Let's see what the critics are saying about the new play...
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2026
Now running at MCC Theater is the World Premiere of ANON by Anne Washburn (Mr. Burns, a post-electric play) and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Anne Kauffman (Mary Jane). ANON is the first production in MCC's 40th Anniversary season. Let's see what the critics are saying about the new play...
Onyekachi Iwu Wins 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2026
Vineyard Theatre named Nigerian American playwright Onyekachi Iwu as the recipient of the 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, which includes a cash prize and yearlong residency.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2026
Vineyard Theatre named Nigerian American playwright Onyekachi Iwu as the recipient of the 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, which includes a cash prize and yearlong residency.
MCC Theater Unveils Learning & Culture Events For ANON World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2026
MCC Theater will host pre- and post-show programming for Anne Washburn's world premiere play ANON, including a queer horror writing workshop, community forums on QAnon and technology.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2026
MCC Theater will host pre- and post-show programming for Anne Washburn's world premiere play ANON, including a queer horror writing workshop, community forums on QAnon and technology.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
Hunter College MFA Playwriting Program Launches Workshop Season with Anne Washburn
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2026
Hunter College's MFA Playwriting Program will begin its 2026-27 season with free public workshops led by acclaimed playwright Anne Washburn, open to students, theatre makers, and anyone interested in dramatic writing.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2026
Hunter College's MFA Playwriting Program will begin its 2026-27 season with free public workshops led by acclaimed playwright Anne Washburn, open to students, theatre makers, and anyone interested in dramatic writing.
Roundabout Unveils 2026-27 Directing Fellow And Directors Group Cohort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Ciera Miller has been named Roundabout Theatre Company's tenth Directing Fellow, joining an 11-member Roundabout Directors Group cohort offering mentorship to emerging theatre directors.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Ciera Miller has been named Roundabout Theatre Company's tenth Directing Fellow, joining an 11-member Roundabout Directors Group cohort offering mentorship to emerging theatre directors.
MCC Theater to Launch Youth Company Auditions and AMBIES Program
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2026
MCC Theater announced initial Learning & Culture programming for its 40th Anniversary Season, including the AMBIES ambassadors program, Youth Company auditions, workshops and a student matinee of ANON.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2026
MCC Theater announced initial Learning & Culture programming for its 40th Anniversary Season, including the AMBIES ambassadors program, Youth Company auditions, workshops and a student matinee of ANON.
Jeremy Shamos, Crystal Finn and More to Star in ANON: a tempest at our kitchen table at MCC Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026
MCC Theater has revealed the full cast and creative team for the World Premiere of ANON: a tempest at our kitchen table by Anne Washburn and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Anne Kauffman.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026
MCC Theater has revealed the full cast and creative team for the World Premiere of ANON: a tempest at our kitchen table by Anne Washburn and directed by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Anne Kauffman.
HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE and More to Lead Red Bull Theater's 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026
Red Bull Theater's upcoming season will feature two world premieres, including God's Spies by Bill Cain, plus a Cole Porter benefit concert and its annual Short New Play Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026
Red Bull Theater's upcoming season will feature two world premieres, including God's Spies by Bill Cain, plus a Cole Porter benefit concert and its annual Short New Play Festival.
RHINOCEROS and More Set for Catastrophic Theatre 2026-27 Season Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
The Catastrophic Theatre has revealed its upcoming season lineup, featuring Rhinoceros by Eugene Ionesco, Murder Murder Kill Kill Kill by by Brian Jucha & the Catastrophic ensemble and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
The Catastrophic Theatre has revealed its upcoming season lineup, featuring Rhinoceros by Eugene Ionesco, Murder Murder Kill Kill Kill by by Brian Jucha & the Catastrophic ensemble and more.
Review: TORONTO FRINGE FESTIVAL REVIEW ROUNDUP 4 at Toronto Fringe
by Ilana Lucas - Jul 13, 2026
Reviews of Love, Shakespeare, and Rope; A Comedy Show at the End of the World; and Orbit
by Ilana Lucas - Jul 13, 2026
Reviews of Love, Shakespeare, and Rope; A Comedy Show at the End of the World; and Orbit
WHAT’S EATING GILBERT GRAPE World Premiere and More Set for MCC Theater 26-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
MCC Theater has unveiled their 40th Anniversary Season, featuring the world premiere musical adaptation of What's Eating Gilbert Grape, the New York Premiere of The Heart Sellers, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026
MCC Theater has unveiled their 40th Anniversary Season, featuring the world premiere musical adaptation of What's Eating Gilbert Grape, the New York Premiere of The Heart Sellers, and more.
Cast Set for Red Bull Theater's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
Red Bull Theater has revealed the cast for their annual Short New Play Festival 2026 to be held at Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Peter Norton Symphony Space in June.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
Red Bull Theater has revealed the cast for their annual Short New Play Festival 2026 to be held at Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Peter Norton Symphony Space in June.
Hunter College MFA Program Will Present Reading of I NOW PRONOUNCE YOU by PJ O'Neal
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
The Rita and Burton Goldberg MFA Playwriting Program at Hunter College will present an industry reading of I NOW PRONOUNCE YOU by PJ O'Neal, featuring Ryan Jamaal Swain of FX's Pose and Tony nominee Annie McNamara.
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
The Rita and Burton Goldberg MFA Playwriting Program at Hunter College will present an industry reading of I NOW PRONOUNCE YOU by PJ O'Neal, featuring Ryan Jamaal Swain of FX's Pose and Tony nominee Annie McNamara.
Hunter College MFA Playwrights Festival Will Include Five New Works in NYC
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Hunter College's MFA Playwriting Program will present staged readings of five new plays at the Frederick Loewe Theater in New York, featuring works by graduates of the two-year program directed by notable theater artists.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Hunter College's MFA Playwriting Program will present staged readings of five new plays at the Frederick Loewe Theater in New York, featuring works by graduates of the two-year program directed by notable theater artists.
SUMMERWORKS FESTIVAL Unveils Initial Casting For 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Clubbed Thumb has announced initial casting for its 2026 SUMMERWORKS festival. The annual festival of new plays will take place at the wild project in New York City. The lineup will include three productions running throughout the summer.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Clubbed Thumb has announced initial casting for its 2026 SUMMERWORKS festival. The annual festival of new plays will take place at the wild project in New York City. The lineup will include three productions running throughout the summer.
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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