Bruce Norris
Birth Place: Texas, USA
Latest News on Bruce Norris:
Harbinger Theatre Unveils Fifth Season Of Capital Region Premieres For 2026 (Feb 4, 2026)
Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon Will Depart American Conservatory Theater (Nov 21, 2025)
From Chicago to NYC: Steppenwolf’s Broadway Boom (Nov 1, 2025)
Harbinger Theatre Unveils Fifth Season Of Capital Region Premieres For 2026 (Feb 4, 2026)
Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon Will Depart American Conservatory Theater (Nov 21, 2025)
From Chicago to NYC: Steppenwolf’s Broadway Boom (Nov 1, 2025)
BIO
Bruce Norris is the author of CLYBOURNE PARK, which won the Olivier and Evening Standard Awards (London) for Best Play, 2010, as well as the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, 2011. Other plays include The Infidel (2000), Purple Heart (2002), We All Went Down to Amsterdam (2003), The Pain and the Itch (2004), The Unmentionables (2006) and A Parallelogram (2010) all of which had their premieres at Steppenwolf Theatre, Chicago. His newest play, Domesticated, will be produced by Lincoln Center Theatre in 2013. His work has been seen at Playwrights Horizons (New York), Woolly Mammoth Theatre (Washington D.C.) n (Chicago), Philadelphia Theatre Company, and Staatstheater Mainz (Germany), among others. He is also the 2009 recipient of the Steinberg Playwright Award.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
1985
Eugene Morris Jerome [Replacement]
[Replacement]
(Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe) [Replacement]
(St. Louis, MO (Regional)) [Replacement]
(Standby) [Replacement]
Productions
Writing
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Movies
Class
[ 1983 ] Student
[ 1983 ] Student
Reach the Rock
[ 1998 ] Ernie
[ 1998 ] Ernie
A Civil Action
[ 1998 ] William Cheeseman
[ 1998 ] William Cheeseman
The Sixth Sense
[ 1999 ] Stanley Cunningham
[ 1999 ] Stanley Cunningham
State of the Artist
[ 2001 ] Rembrandt van Rijn
[ 2001 ] Rembrandt van Rijn
Imaginary Heroes
[ 2004 ] Mr. Barnes
[ 2004 ] Mr. Barnes
Homecoming
[ 2005 ] Doctor Dave
[ 2005 ] Doctor Dave
All Good Things
[ 2010 ] Brian Callender
[ 2010 ] Brian Callender
The Sea of Trees
[ 2015 ] Dr. Howerton
[ 2015 ] Dr. Howerton
TV Shows
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Richard Kramer, Victor Burke
Richard Kramer, Victor Burke
Awards and Nominations
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Best Play
Bruce Norris, Downstate
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Play
Bruce Norris, Downstate
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Play
Bruce Norris, Domesticated
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Play
Bruce Norris, Domesticated
winner
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Play
Bruce Norris , Clybourne Park
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best New Play
Bruce Norris, Clybourne Park
winner
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Master Card Best New Play
Bruce Norris, Clybourne Park
winner
The Pulitzer Prize - 2011 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Bruce Norris, Clybourne Park
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
Bruce Norris, Clybourne Park
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
Bruce Norris, The Pain and the Itch
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production
Bruce NorrisWenceslas Square
Videos
Broadway Rewind: Pulitzer Prize-Winning CLYBOURNE PARK Opens on Broadway in 2012
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-06-20 16:01:00
VIDEO: Laurie Metcalf Warms Up for Broadway with Tongue Twister Competition on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-05-26 09:04:54
TV: Sneak Peek of Laurie Metcalf, Jeff Goldblum & More in Lincoln Center Theater's DOMESTICATED
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-11-04 12:59:25
STAGE TUBE: 'Would You Change the Past?' and More Questions Asked of Celebrities at Opening Night of CTG's A PARALLELOGRAM
by Christina Mancuso - 2013-08-01 15:41:43
STAGE TUBE: Jeff Goldblum, Jimmy Smits, James Franco and More at Opening Night of CTG's A PARALLELOGRAM
by Christina Mancuso - 2013-07-26 16:07:04
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes with Bruce Norris' A PARALLELOGRAM at CTG - Marin Ireland, Carlo Alban and More!
by Stage Tube - 2013-07-19 18:33:48
TV Exclusive: Talking to the 2013 Tony Winners - Pam MacKinnon
by Robert Diamond - 2013-06-17 07:00:53
TV Exclusive: Meet the 2013 Tony Nominees- Pam MacKinnon Thrilled to Share the Tony Love with VIRGNIA WOOLF Cast
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-06-06 08:11:35
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights of Pioneer Theatre's CLYBOURNE PARK
by Stage Tube - 2013-02-20 14:16:44
TV Special: 2012 Tony Nominees - Pam MacKinnon on Her 3 Year Journey With CLYBOURNE PARK!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-06-04 17:02:19
TV Special: 2012 Tony Nominees - Jeremy Shamos on CLYBOURNE PARK's Journey to Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-06-01 08:12:28
STAGE TUBE: Danielle Hope Talks Oz, Crawford & More on Oliviers Red Carpet
by Robert Diamond - 2011-03-13 19:18:15
News
Harbinger Theatre Unveils Fifth Season Of Capital Region Premieres For 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Harbinger Theatre has announced its 2026 season, featuring four Capital Region premieres by underrepresented playwrights. The fifth season includes productions in Schenectady, Troy, Albany, and Averill Park.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Harbinger Theatre has announced its 2026 season, featuring four Capital Region premieres by underrepresented playwrights. The fifth season includes productions in Schenectady, Troy, Albany, and Averill Park.
Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon Will Depart American Conservatory Theater
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
American Conservatory Theater announced that Tony Award–winning Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon will depart the Bay Area’s premier nonprofit theater organization at the close of the 2025/26 season.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
American Conservatory Theater announced that Tony Award–winning Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon will depart the Bay Area’s premier nonprofit theater organization at the close of the 2025/26 season.
From Chicago to NYC: Steppenwolf’s Broadway Boom
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2025
Many Steppenwolf productions have made the jump to Broadway, with three shows transferring in 2025 alone. Learn more about Purpose, Bug, The Minutes, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2025
Many Steppenwolf productions have made the jump to Broadway, with three shows transferring in 2025 alone. Learn more about Purpose, Bug, The Minutes, and more!
CLYBOURNE PARK Comes to Farmington Players Barn
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025
A winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and a Tony Award will soon take center stage at the Farmington Players Barn in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025
A winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and a Tony Award will soon take center stage at the Farmington Players Barn in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Learn more about the show here!
SCC Launches New Series With Ross Avant Première
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025
The Sociedad de Compañerismo de Compositores has announced their new International Composers Series with an inaugural concert featuring the world première of Ross Avant´s Cello Suite No. 2 - Veniant Tenebrae.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025
The Sociedad de Compañerismo de Compositores has announced their new International Composers Series with an inaugural concert featuring the world première of Ross Avant´s Cello Suite No. 2 - Veniant Tenebrae.
The 24 Hour Plays Reveals Company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025
The 24 Hour Plays revealed this year's company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC. Learn more about the events taking place in July and see how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025
The 24 Hour Plays revealed this year's company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC. Learn more about the events taking place in July and see how to attend!
Theatrical Rights Worldwide Promotes Three Key Executives
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025
TRW promoted Lysna Marzani to the position of Managing Director, TRW Plays, Craig Pospisil to the position of Senior Vice-President, TRW Plays and Robert Vaughan to the position of Senior Vice-President, TRW Plays.
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025
TRW promoted Lysna Marzani to the position of Managing Director, TRW Plays, Craig Pospisil to the position of Senior Vice-President, TRW Plays and Robert Vaughan to the position of Senior Vice-President, TRW Plays.
Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce Will Announce the 2025 Tony Awards Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
Tony Award winners Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce will announce the nominations for The 78th Annual Tony Awards, which will be announced live from Sofitel New York . We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
Tony Award winners Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce will announce the nominations for The 78th Annual Tony Awards, which will be announced live from Sofitel New York . We have all of the details here!
Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2025
The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2025
The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
Scott Rudin is Planning to Return to Broadway Following Bad Behavior; New Plays Planned with Lane, Metcalf, Mantello & More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025
In 2021, amidst ongoing controversy and accusations of mistreatment, producer Scott Rudin stepped away from the theatre world. Now he is planning to make a return this year.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025
In 2021, amidst ongoing controversy and accusations of mistreatment, producer Scott Rudin stepped away from the theatre world. Now he is planning to make a return this year.
Full Cast Set For Imelda Staunton-Led MRS. WARREN’S PROFESSION
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
Full principal casting has been announced for the upcoming major revival of George Bernard Shaw's Mrs. Warren's Profession, directed by Dominic Cooke.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
Full principal casting has been announced for the upcoming major revival of George Bernard Shaw's Mrs. Warren's Profession, directed by Dominic Cooke.
How Glenn Davis Shepherded PURPOSE on Its Path to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 16, 2025
Glenn Davis had a huge part to play in the Purpose's journey, not only as a cast member in Chicago and now on Broadway, but as Steppenwolf's co-Artistic Director and the person behind pushing along its development in recent years.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 16, 2025
Glenn Davis had a huge part to play in the Purpose's journey, not only as a cast member in Chicago and now on Broadway, but as Steppenwolf's co-Artistic Director and the person behind pushing along its development in recent years.
Meet the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
Good Night, and Good Luck is now in previews on Broadway, The new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, stars Clooney in his Broadway debut. Meet the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
Good Night, and Good Luck is now in previews on Broadway, The new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, stars Clooney in his Broadway debut. Meet the cast here!
Playwrights Horizons Announces Noah Silva As New General Manager
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025
Playwrights Horizons has announced Noah Silva as the organization's new General Manager, with Carol Fishman departing the role after 17 impactful years.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025
Playwrights Horizons has announced Noah Silva as the organization's new General Manager, with Carol Fishman departing the role after 17 impactful years.
Curious Theatre Company Will Present Regional Premiere of DOWNSTATE
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 16, 2025
Curious Theatre Company will soon present the regional premiere of Downstate, a thought-provoking and timely new play by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Bruce Norris (Clybourne Park).
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 16, 2025
Curious Theatre Company will soon present the regional premiere of Downstate, a thought-provoking and timely new play by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Bruce Norris (Clybourne Park).
Booking Open For Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter in MRS WARREN'S PROFESSION
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
General booking is now open for the upcoming revival of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession starring Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter, directed by Dominic Cooke.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
General booking is now open for the upcoming revival of George Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession starring Imelda Staunton and Bessie Carter, directed by Dominic Cooke.
CLYBOURNE PARK Begins Performances In February At Arvada Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025
The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities explores how the identity of a community changes over time with the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning satire Clybourne Park by playwright Bruce Norris. Directed by Kenny Moten, Clybourne Park opens February 14 in the Black Box Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025
The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities explores how the identity of a community changes over time with the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning satire Clybourne Park by playwright Bruce Norris. Directed by Kenny Moten, Clybourne Park opens February 14 in the Black Box Theatre.
Review: DOWNSTATE at Studio Theatre
by Roger Catlin - Jan 16, 2025
Even after serving jail time, they get something of a life sentence with ankle bracelets monitoring every move, large swaths of the city cut off from them because of proximity to elementary schools, forced to live with no WiFi among people they probably wouldn’t have chosen and forever carry the scorn of passerby.
by Roger Catlin - Jan 16, 2025
Even after serving jail time, they get something of a life sentence with ankle bracelets monitoring every move, large swaths of the city cut off from them because of proximity to elementary schools, forced to live with no WiFi among people they probably wouldn’t have chosen and forever carry the scorn of passerby.
Playwrights Horizons Renames Mainstage 'The Judith O. Rubin Theater' After Longtime Board Chair
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024
Playwrights Horizons has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024
Playwrights Horizons has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
Meet the Cast of ROMEO + JULIET, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2024
Sam Gold’s production of ROMEO + JULIET, starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler, begins previews tonight at the Circle in the Square Theatre. The production officially opens Thursday, October 24, 2024. Meet the cast of ROMEO + JULIET here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2024
Sam Gold’s production of ROMEO + JULIET, starring Emmy Award winner Kit Connor and Golden Globe Award winner Rachel Zegler, begins previews tonight at the Circle in the Square Theatre. The production officially opens Thursday, October 24, 2024. Meet the cast of ROMEO + JULIET here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Bruce Norris been in?
Bruce Norris has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Bruce Norris been in?
Bruce Norris has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Bruce Norris been nominated for?
Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Downstate, Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for Downstate, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Domesticated, Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for Domesticated, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Clybourne Park , Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Clybourne Park, Master Card Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for Clybourne Park, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Clybourne Park, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Clybourne Park, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Pain and the Itch and Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Wenceslas Square.
What awards has Bruce Norris won?
Bruce Norris has won several prestigious awards, including Best Play from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Downstate. He received the Tony Award for Best Play for Clybourne Park, which also earned him the MasterCard Best New Play at the Olivier Awards. Additionally, Clybourne Park won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Norris was also recognized with the Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for Wenceslas Square.
How many shows has Bruce Norris written?
Bruce Norris has written 5 shows including The Pain and the Itch (Playwright), Clybourne Park (Playwright), Domesticated (Playwright), A Parallelogram (Playwright), The Tiger Who Came To Tea (Playwright).
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