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Cheryl Strayed

Cheryl Strayed is an American writer and podcast host. She has written four books: the novel Torch and the nonfiction books Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail, Tiny Beautiful Things and Brave Enough.

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Cheryl Strayed is an American writer and podcast host. She has written four books: the novel Torch and the nonfiction books Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail, Tiny Beautiful Things and Brave Enough.

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TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS Reveals the Size of Phamaly's Family
by Tessa Nelson - Sep 25, 2026

There are 115 disabled actors in Phamaly Theatre Company’s upcoming production of Tiny Beautiful Things. On any given night, only one will perform live. Actors Jessica Erin Swanson and Adrienne Asterita alternate in the role of Sugar, the anonymous advice columnist created by Cheryl Strayed. The other 113 performers appear in prerecorded videos as the people whose letters Sugar answers.
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS to be Presented at Phamaly Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2026

Phamaly Theatre Company will present Tiny Beautiful Things, based on Cheryl Strayed's bestselling book, featuring 115 disabled actors in a production centered on an advice columnist responding to letters about love, loss, and life.
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS to Open No Strings Theatre Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026

No Strings Theatre Company will open its 2026-2027 season with Tiny Beautiful Things, adapted by Nia Vardalos from Cheryl Strayed's bestselling book. The ensemble production centers on an advice columnist helping readers navigate personal crises.
MARJORIE PRIME and More Set for 100A Productions 2026-2027 Season at The Tobin Center
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2026

100A Productions will open its new season with fully staged shows and Industry Night readings exploring memory and storytelling, including I SAW THE LIGHTS starring Jaston Williams.
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS To Close At Town Hall Theatre Co. Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026

Town Hall Theatre Company will present TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS as the final production of its 2025-2026 season. Adapted by Nia Vardalos from Cheryl Strayed’s bestselling book.
Review: TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - Apr 11, 2026

Tiny Beautiful Things is a beautiful play that speaks to the human condition. Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg has created a lovely production that draws the audience in and reminds us that even in our darkest times there is reason to hope.
Review: TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at Stages Houston
by Jonathan Netek - Apr 5, 2026

The best kind of group therapy, TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at Stages Houston
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS to be Presented at Savannah Rep This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025

Savannah Repertory Theatre will present Tiny Beautiful Things, adapted by Nia Vardalos from the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
Pygmalion Theatre Company Opens 2025–2026 Season With TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025

Salt Lake City’s PYGmalion Theatre Company opens its 2025–26 season with Tiny Beautiful Things, Nia Vardalos’s stage adaptation of Cheryl Strayed’s bestselling book.
Exclusive Track: 'Walking Alone' From GET WHAT YOU WANT: THE SONGS OF MICHAEL FINKE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025

Tomorrow, Center Stage Records is releasing Get What You Want: The Songs of Michael Finke. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to the track “Walking Alone” by Alan H. Green. Listen here!
Review: TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at Crescent City Stage
by Tara Bennett - May 14, 2025

What happens when the written word becomes a lifeline? In TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS, Crescent City Stage delivers a stirring answer, offering audiences not just a play, but an experience in empathy and shared vulnerability.
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS Comes to Crescent City Stage
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2025

Tiny Beautiful Things is coming to Crescent City Stage for the 2025-26 season. The production is based on the book by Cheryl Strayed, adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, and co-conceived by Marshall Heyman, Thomas Kail and Nia Vardalos.
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS Begins At Terrific New Theatre In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2025

Terrific New Theatre will continue its 2024/25 abbreviated season (“2024-25 Mini-Season: The Return of TNT”) with “Tiny Beautiful Things” based on the bestselling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee Nia Vardalos of the “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” film series. 
MS. HOLMES AND MS. WATSON And More Set for Crescent City Stage 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025

Crescent City Stage has announced its 2025 Season Programming opening with the regional premiere of Tiny Beautiful Things, followed by Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B and finishing the year with the return of the audience and critic holiday favorite A Christmas Carol.
SADEC 1965, A LOVE STORY is Coming to United Solo Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2025

​United Solo Festival will present Sadec 1965: A Love Story, an award-winning solo show written and performed by DC-based storyteller Flora Le. Learn more about the production!
Ken-Matt Martin Appointed As Producing Director At Baltimore Center Stage And Arkansas Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Preeminent theater director, cultural worker, and collaborator Ken-Matt Martin has been appointed as Producing Director at both Baltimore Center Stage and Arkansas Repertory Theatre.
TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS and CROOKED SHADOWS Announced At Tempe Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024

The Bridge Initiative returns to Tempe Center for the Arts with original productions of Tiny Beautiful Things and Crooked Shadows presented in repertory this winter.
Iza Calzado Stars in TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS
by Jude Cartalaba - Dec 5, 2024

TV film actress Iza Calzado is Sugar in the Philippine premiere of the play 'Tiny Beautiful Things,' produced by The Sandbox Collective, celebrating its 10th anniversary.
Photos: TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at Scripps Ranch Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 17, 2024

Scripps Ranch Theatre continues their Season 45 with TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS, directed by Kym Pappas. The production runs through December 8th on the campus of Alliant International University. Check out production photos here!
Interview: Director Kym Pappas of TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS at Scripps Ranch Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Nov 6, 2024

An interview with director Kym Pappas for “Tiny Beautiful Things,” which runs at Scripps Ranch from November 15th through December 8th.

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How many shows has Cheryl Strayed written?

Cheryl Strayed has written 1 shows including Tiny Beautiful Things (Source Material).

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