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Arin Arbus is a director.

2022 productions include THE MERCHANT OF VENICE for Theater for a New Audience (TFANA) and Shakespeare Theatre of DC; LA TRAVIATA for Canadian Opera Company (8 Dora Award nominations).

In 2019, she made her Broadway debut directing Terrence McNally’s FRANKIE AND JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DE LUNE (Tony nomination for Best Revival) starring six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald and two-time Oscar nominee, Michael Shannon.

For a decade Arbus served as associate artistic director at TFANA — an off-broadway company whose mission is to develop and vitalize the performance of Shakespeare and other great dramatic works. At TFANA she directed productions of OTHELLO, MEASURE FOR MEASURE, MACBETH, THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, KING LEAR, THE WINTER'S TALE, THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, Wilder’s THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH (Obie Award), and repertory productions of Strindberg’s THE FATHER and Ibsen’s A DOLL'S HOUSE.

For Houston Grand Opera she has directed Britten’s RAPE OF LUCRETIA and LA TRAVIATTA, which she also directed at The Chicago Lyric Opera and COC.

Arbus spent several years making theatre with prisoners at a medium security prison in upstate New York in association with Rehabilitation Through the Arts. In 2018, she directed an Arabic adaptation of The Tempest, performed by refugees in a camp in Greece for Campfire Project.

She has directed productions and taught courses at The Yale School of Drama, Juilliard, NYU Grad Acting, Columbia University and The New School. She was a Drama League Directing Fellow, a Princess Grace Award Recipient, a Samuel H. Scripps Award Recipient, and a member of Soho Rep’s Writer/Director Lab.

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[Off-Broadway, 2022]
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[Off-Broadway, 2021] Cancelled
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[Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2009]
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[Broadway, 2002]
Assistant to the Director

Arin Arbus Awards and Nominations

Obie Awards - 2017 - Directing

Arin Arbus, The Skin of Our Teeth

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Photos: See Jim Parsons, Rose Byrne, Zachary Quinto & More at GREY HOUSE Opening Night

See photos of stars arriving on the red carpet for opening night of Grey House!

Theatre For A New Audience's Gala Honors Two Remarkable Women In Theatre: Ayanna Thompson And Audrey Hefferna

At its annual Spring Gala, Theatre for a New Audience will honor two luminaries of the theatre world and vital presences at TFANA.

Initial Casts Set for SUMMERWORKS at Clubbed Thumb - Featuring Three New Plays

Clubbed Thumb has announced initial casting for the 26th SUMMERWORKS festival of new plays. Learn how to purchase tickets!

David Geffen School of Drama at Yale to Present 2023 Design Showcase in New York City

David Geffen School of Drama at Yale will present its Design Showcase in New York City.

Houston Grand Opera Presents Two Free Performances Of LA TRAVIATA

Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will present two free performances of Verdi's La traviata, one of the world's most beloved operas, at Miller Outdoor Theatre on Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20. 

The Drama League Names 2023 Directors Project Recipients

The Drama League has announced the fourteen exceptional stage directors receiving the fellowships, assistantships, and residencies of the 2023 Drama League Directors Project.

Complete Programming Set for Clubbed Thumb's 2023 SUMMERWORKS

Clubbed Thumb has announced the complete line-up for the 26th SUMMERWORKS festival of new plays. SUMMERWORKS will run May 18 – July 1, 2023 at The Wild Project.

Meet the Cast of FAT HAM, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!

Fat Ham begins previews tonight, Tuesday, March 21, 2023, and will officially open on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at the American Airlines Theatre. This is a 14-week limited engagement through Sunday, June 25, 2023.

FAT HAM Full Cast and Design Team Announced

The full cast and design team has been announced for the Broadway production of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Fat Ham by James Ijames. See who is starring in the show, how to purchase tickets and more!

Interview: Heather Alicia Simms Chats About the Premiere of DES MOINES

Des Moines is the final play written by the late Denis Johnson, a legendary author, and playwright, and recently opened at Polonsky Shakespeare Center in Brooklyn. We spoke with Heather Alicia Simms, who plays Mrs. Drinkwater, about what it's like to be in this show, the challenges that came up, and why it's important that this play is out right now.

DES MOINES Starring Michael Shannon & More Extends at TFANA

Theatre for a New Audience has announced the extension of the Off-Broadway premiere of Denis Johnson’s Des Moines. The final play from the late author now runs through January 8, 2023 (extended from an original closing date of January 1).

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Kennedy Center Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Broadway Buying Guide: December 19, 2022

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 19, 2022.

Review Roundup: DES MOINES Opens Off-Broadway!

Critics have weighed in on DES MOINES, written by the late Denis Johnson and directed by Arin Arbus. The play, starring Michael Shannon, Hari Nef, Johanna Day, and more, opened December 16th at Theatre For A New Audience and runs through January 1st.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; at Gala Hispanic Theater Leads Best Ensemble Performance!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Broadway Buying Guide: December 12, 2022

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 12, 2022.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Signature Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Broadway Buying Guide: December 5, 2022

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 5, 2022.

COC Celebrates Return To The Stage With Sold-Out Shows And Revitalized Programming

Canadian Opera Company's 2021/2022 season was marked by sold-out shows, an average mainstage attendance capacity of 94%, and impressive growth in the company's online community as reported yesterday by COC Board Chair Jonathan Morgan and COC General Director Perryn Leech.

DES MOINES Starring Michael Shannon & More Announces New Preview & Opening Dates

Theatre for a New Audience has announced new preview, press, and opening dates for Denis Johnson’s Des Moines. Due to the detection of Covid within the Des Moines company, performances November 29 – December 3 have been canceled, with the production now beginning December 4.

Arin Arbus FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Arin Arbus has been nominated for several awards for her directing work. She has been nominated for Directing at the Obie Awards for her work on "The Skin of Our Teeth." Additionally, she has been nominated for Outstanding Director at The Lortels for her work on "Othello." Arbus has made a name for herself in the theater world and continues to receive recognition for her directing talents.

Arin Arbus has won the Directing award at the Obie Awards for her work on "The Skin of Our Teeth".

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