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[Regional (US), 2018]
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Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Book of a Musical

Bekah Brunstetter, The Notebook


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IT Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Full-Length Script

Bekah BrunstetterYou May Go Now


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IT Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Original Full-Length Script

Bekah BrunstetterTo Nineveh: A Modern Miracle

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Benedix Ramos and Sheena Belarmino To Join THE NOTEBOOK In The Philippines
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 18, 2026

Following the announcement of Morissette as Middle Allie in its upcoming international premiere of The Notebook: The Musical, Benedix Ramos as Young Noah and Sheena Belarmino as Young Allie have been added to the cast.
THE CAKE Will Come to Firehouse Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

Firehouse Theater Company will present THE CAKE by Bekah Brunstetter, directed by Troy Lakey, at the John Hand Theater in Denver. The cast includes Kelly Uhlenhopp, Nicole Kaiser, Jessica Eckenrod, and Jeff Jesmer.
Morissette Will Play 'Middle Allie' in THE NOTEBOOK in Manila
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026

Theatre Group Asia announced Morissette as Middle Allie in THE NOTEBOOK: THE MUSICAL at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Manila, marking the production's international premiere.
Submission Window Opens For Olney Theatre's Vanguard Arts Fund
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026

Olney Theatre Center announced an open call for new team-developed work proposals for its 2026-27 Vanguard Arts Fund, offering workshop time, stipends, and housing to support artists at any stage of development.
THE NOTEBOOK: THE MUSICAL To Play Miami Premiere At Arsht Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026

THE NOTEBOOK: THE MUSICAL will run May 5–10, 2026 at the Ziff Ballet Opera House, featuring Miami native Ken Wulf Clark as Middle Noah in the national tour.
BOOP!, HELL'S KITCHEN and More Set for RBTL's 26-27 Season at West Herr Auditorium Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026

A seven-show 2026-2027 M&T Bank Broadway Season will take place in Rochester, including four local premieres including Boop! The Musical, Hell's Kitchen, and more.
Photos: First Look at Peacock Series THE FIVE STAR WEEKEND with Jennifer Garner
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2026

Peacock has released first-look photos for The Five Star Weekend, a new drama series starring Jennifer Garner. Based on Elin Hilderbrand's book of the same name, the series will premiere on the streamer on July 16. Check out the photos now.
Photos: THE CAKE Opens at Bergen County Players In Oradell
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

Bergen County Players (BCP) are now presenting The Cake, which opened to resounding applause at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell. Check out photos from the show here!
Playwrights Set For TBTB's TRANSCENDENCY RISING: SHORT PLAYS ABOUT DEFYING LIMITATION
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

Theater Breaking Through Barriers will present Transcendency Rising: Short Plays About Defying Limitation, a new evening of original short works by some of the most celebrated voices in American theatre.
THE NOTEBOOK, BOOP! THE MUSICAL, and More Set For Proctors 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

Proctors Collaborative revealed its 2026-27 season during the festive annual Season Announcement Bash, launching a landmark year as the organization celebrates the 100th anniversary season of Proctors.
THE OUTSIDERS, THE NOTEBOOK, and More Revealed as Part of Walton Arts Center's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

During a live sneak peek event, Walton Arts Center announced the 2026-27 Procter & Gamble Broadway Series, featuring six shows. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
Bergen County Players To Host Post-Show Talkback With Dan Daily, Star Of Broadway Production of THE CAKE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026

Bergen County Players will host a talkback with Dan Daily, star of THE CAKE, after the March 20 performance at The Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, NJ.
SINNERS, THE STUDIO & More Win 2026 Writers Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026

Sinners, The Studio, One Battle After Another, The Pitt, and more were honored at the 78th Annual Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York. Take a look at the full list of nominees and wins here.
Interview: Director Carol Fisher and THE CAKE at Bergen County Players
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 6, 2026

The play, written by Bekah Brunstetter is a touching dramedy that explores how faith collides with love when a devout Christian baker refuses to create a wedding cake for the daughter of a deceased best friend because it will be a lesbian marriage. 
Bergen County Players Will Open THE CAKE With Special Community Event
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

Bergen County Players (BCP) is turning up the heat for the opening of Bekah Brunstetter's hit dramedy, The Cake, with a special community-focused promotion. Learn more here!
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE NOTEBOOK, and More Set For Broadway San Jose 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Broadway San Jose has announced its 2026/27 season, showcasing a lineup of acclaimed musicals, including Hamilton, Beauty and the Beast, and more. Learn more here!
Applications Now Open for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NY and LA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

The 24 Hour Plays Nationals, an annual professional development initiative for early-career theater artists, will return this summer for a 15th year, with cohorts in both New York and Los Angeles.
Review: THE CAKE at Theatre In The Round
by Jared Fessler - Feb 23, 2026

What did our critic think of THE CAKE at Theatre In The Round?
Video: Alysha Deslorieux Sings 'My Days' from THE NOTEBOOK Tour
by Joshua Wright - Feb 18, 2026

Watch Alysha Deslorieux, who plays Allie in The Notebook on Tour sing 'My Days' by Ingrid Michaelson on KRON4 in San Francisco.
HAMILTON, THE OUTSIDERS, and More Set For Broadway In Birmingham 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

The American Theatre Guild has announced 2026–27 Season for the BJCC Concert Hall, including Hamilton, The Outsiders, and more. Learn more about the season here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Bekah Brunstetter written?

Bekah Brunstetter has written 3 shows including A Long and Happy Life (Playwright), Public Servant (Playwright), The Notebook (Bookwriter).

What awards has Bekah Brunstetter been nominated for?

Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Notebook, Outstanding Full-Length Script (IT Awards) for You May Go Now and Outstanding Original Full-Length Script (IT Awards) for To Nineveh: A Modern Miracle.

What awards has Bekah Brunstetter won?

Bekah Brunstetter has won the Outstanding Full-Length Script award at the IT Awards for You May Go Now, as well as the Outstanding Original Full-Length Script award at the IT Awards for To Nineveh: A Modern Miracle.

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