Heather Christian
Latest News on Heather Christian:
Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre (Feb 12, 2026)
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGNITE Concert Festival (Feb 6, 2026)
Jane Comfort and Company to Debut New Work at La MaMa in March 2026 (Feb 6, 2026)
Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre (Feb 12, 2026)
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGNITE Concert Festival (Feb 6, 2026)
Jane Comfort and Company to Debut New Work at La MaMa in March 2026 (Feb 6, 2026)
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Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Special Awards
Heather Christian, Oratorio for Living Things
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Obie Awards - 2022 - Special Citation
Heather Christian, Oratorio for Living Things
Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award
Heather ChristianMission Drift
IT Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Ensemble
Heather ChristianDancing Vs the Rat Experiment
Videos
Video: Matthew Broderick Recalls PLAZA SUITE Apple Watch Mishap, Talks TARTUFFE Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-13 11:23:29
Video: Matthew Broderick Previews NYTW's TARTUFFE on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-12 14:20:29
Video: Taylor Iman Jones Performs 'Meg Inside Out' in A WRINKLE IN TIME
by Michael Major - 2025-07-09 12:30:13
Video: 'Mrs Whatsit, Mrs Who and Mrs Which' from A WRINKLE IN TIME at Arena Stage
by Joshua Wright - 2025-06-30 10:54:46
VIDEO: Andrea McArdle, Kerry Butler, Christopher Jackson & More Unite to Sing 'Tomorrow'
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-04-24 12:00:45
VIDEO: NY City Center Announces Lineup for 15th Fall for Dance Festival
by Alan Henry - 2018-09-10 13:21:24
VIDEO: Marco Ramirez's THE ROYALE Explores The Rise and Fall of a Black Heavyweight Champion
by Michael Dale - 2016-02-09 14:17:35
News
Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre
by Audrey Cahak - Feb 12, 2026
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicked off a 20-city tour with 11 shows at the Warner Theatre. Every night held its own program full of instantly iconic world premieres and everlasting repertoire favorites.
by Audrey Cahak - Feb 12, 2026
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicked off a 20-city tour with 11 shows at the Warner Theatre. Every night held its own program full of instantly iconic world premieres and everlasting repertoire favorites.
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGNITE Concert Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026
Prospect Musicals announced the return of the IGNITE Concert Festival of work-in-process musicals and related events, launching with musicalized book reading of Alexandra Silber’s After Anatevka, and concluding with a concert of the genre-bending new pop musical Proud Marys, presented in partnership with National Asian Artists Project.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026
Prospect Musicals announced the return of the IGNITE Concert Festival of work-in-process musicals and related events, launching with musicalized book reading of Alexandra Silber’s After Anatevka, and concluding with a concert of the genre-bending new pop musical Proud Marys, presented in partnership with National Asian Artists Project.
Jane Comfort and Company to Debut New Work at La MaMa in March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026
La MaMa will present Jane Comfort and Company with a new world premiere and two landmark works, marking their first return in over eight years. The event, set for March 19-22, 2026, will feature a blend of dance and theater addressing America's cultural and political issues.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026
La MaMa will present Jane Comfort and Company with a new world premiere and two landmark works, marking their first return in over eight years. The event, set for March 19-22, 2026, will feature a blend of dance and theater addressing America's cultural and political issues.
Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre
by Emily Berger - Feb 2, 2026
What did our critic think of ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre?
by Emily Berger - Feb 2, 2026
What did our critic think of ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre?
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Launch 20-City U.S. Tour Under New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will grace stages across the United States during a 20-city coast-to-coast United States tour, starring in Washington, DC and continuing to cities including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will grace stages across the United States during a 20-city coast-to-coast United States tour, starring in Washington, DC and continuing to cities including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Showcase Six New Works at The Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026
World renowned ambassadors of Dance and Culture, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to its Chicago home – The Auditorium, Chicago's Landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive – with four dynamic performances debuting six new works, April 24-26, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026
World renowned ambassadors of Dance and Culture, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to its Chicago home – The Auditorium, Chicago's Landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive – with four dynamic performances debuting six new works, April 24-26, 2026.
THE BIG BANG BENEFIT Comes to Judson Memorial Church in February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will present THE BIG BANG BENEFIT on February 5th and 6th, featuring live readings, music, and dinners to support downtown New York's artistic community. The event includes performances by notable actors and musicians, with proceeds aiding Judson Commons.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will present THE BIG BANG BENEFIT on February 5th and 6th, featuring live readings, music, and dinners to support downtown New York's artistic community. The event includes performances by notable actors and musicians, with proceeds aiding Judson Commons.
Judson Memorial Church to Host A BIG BANG BENEFIT Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will host A Big Bang Benefit, a two-night festival of live readings, music, and communal dinners celebrating the church's 133-year tradition of supporting bold, artist-driven work in downtown New York.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026
Judson Memorial Church will host A Big Bang Benefit, a two-night festival of live readings, music, and communal dinners celebrating the church's 133-year tradition of supporting bold, artist-driven work in downtown New York.
New York Theatre Workshop Adds TARTUFFE Final Performance and Special Benefit Event
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has announced that there will be an added final performance of the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s Tartuffe, by Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has announced that there will be an added final performance of the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s Tartuffe, by Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath. Learn more here!
Works & Process to Presents Signature Theatre's MOTHER RUSSIA, and ANIMAL WISDOM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2025
Works & Process will present a chance to go behind the scenes with Signature Theatre resident artists Lauren Yee and Heather Christian about their upcoming productions: Mother Russia and Animal Wisdom.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2025
Works & Process will present a chance to go behind the scenes with Signature Theatre resident artists Lauren Yee and Heather Christian about their upcoming productions: Mother Russia and Animal Wisdom.
Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER-A Fabulous “All New Premiere Night”
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 22, 2025
We had the pleasure of attending the “All New Premiere Night” by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center on Thursday, December 18th.
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 22, 2025
We had the pleasure of attending the “All New Premiere Night” by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center on Thursday, December 18th.
Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER'S Holiday Season Underway at New York City Center
by Elizabeth Blosfield - Dec 17, 2025
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s holiday season engagement is underway at New York City Center, marking a new chapter for the company under Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, who was appointed in November 2024. The five-week engagement runs from December 3, 2025, through January 4, 2026, and the December 11 program showcased a dynamic range of work, including two world premieres that highlighted both innovation and legacy.
by Elizabeth Blosfield - Dec 17, 2025
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s holiday season engagement is underway at New York City Center, marking a new chapter for the company under Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, who was appointed in November 2024. The five-week engagement runs from December 3, 2025, through January 4, 2026, and the December 11 program showcased a dynamic range of work, including two world premieres that highlighted both innovation and legacy.
Review Roundup: TARTUFFE Returns Off-Broadway Starring Matthew Broderick
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick returns to the stage as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe in the world premiere production of a new version from playwright Lucas Hnath, Read all of the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick returns to the stage as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe in the world premiere production of a new version from playwright Lucas Hnath, Read all of the reviews!
Photos: Inside New York Stage And Film's 40th Anniversary Gala, Honoring Douglas Harmon and Jane Harmon
by Jennifer Broski - Dec 9, 2025
New York Stage and Film held its 40th Anniversary Gala, commemorating 40 years of developing new works and a reunion of acclaimed artists at SAF. The event honored Board Member Douglas Harmon and Founding Board Member Jane Harmon for their contributions to New York Stage and Film and the American Theater. Check out photos here.
by Jennifer Broski - Dec 9, 2025
New York Stage and Film held its 40th Anniversary Gala, commemorating 40 years of developing new works and a reunion of acclaimed artists at SAF. The event honored Board Member Douglas Harmon and Founding Board Member Jane Harmon for their contributions to New York Stage and Film and the American Theater. Check out photos here.
Ailey’s New York City Center Season Continues With Two World Premieres And AILEY & JAMISON TRIBUTE Program
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will continue its New York City Center holiday engagement with two world premieres and the debut of an Ailey & Jamison Tribute program.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will continue its New York City Center holiday engagement with two world premieres and the debut of an Ailey & Jamison Tribute program.
Rebecca Naomi Jones and More Will Lead MOTHER RUSSIA Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
The cast has been revealed for Signature Theatre's upcoming off-Broadway production of Lauren Yee’s Mother Russia. Performances are scheduled from Feb. 3 through March 15 at the Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025
The cast has been revealed for Signature Theatre's upcoming off-Broadway production of Lauren Yee’s Mother Russia. Performances are scheduled from Feb. 3 through March 15 at the Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre.
Works & Process at the Guggenheim Unveils Spring 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
Throughout spring 2026, Works & Process will present a full slate of dynamic programs at Guggenheim New York, along with a special Martha Graham Dance Company performance at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice on May 8, coinciding with the opening of the Venice Biennale.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
Throughout spring 2026, Works & Process will present a full slate of dynamic programs at Guggenheim New York, along with a special Martha Graham Dance Company performance at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice on May 8, coinciding with the opening of the Venice Biennale.
Miguel Cervantes, Kathryn Gallagher and More to Join NYSAF's 40th Anniversary Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025
New York Stage and Film's 40th Anniversary Gala, commemorating 40 years of developing new works and a reunion of acclaimed artists at SAF, will honor Board Member Douglas Harmon and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025
New York Stage and Film's 40th Anniversary Gala, commemorating 40 years of developing new works and a reunion of acclaimed artists at SAF, will honor Board Member Douglas Harmon and more.
Video: Matthew Broderick Recalls PLAZA SUITE Apple Watch Mishap, Talks TARTUFFE Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick, now in rehearsals for the play Tartuffe, looked back on an onstage mishap that occurred during the run of Broadway's Plaza Suite during a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers. Find out what happened here!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick, now in rehearsals for the play Tartuffe, looked back on an onstage mishap that occurred during the run of Broadway's Plaza Suite during a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers. Find out what happened here!
Video: Matthew Broderick Previews NYTW's TARTUFFE on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick recently joined Live with Kelly and Mark to discuss his latest role as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe. Check out the conversation now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick recently joined Live with Kelly and Mark to discuss his latest role as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe. Check out the conversation now.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Heather Christian written?
Heather Christian has written 2 shows including Oratorio For Living Things (Author), Animal Wisdom (Writer).
What awards has Heather Christian been nominated for?
Special Awards (Drama Desk Awards) for Oratorio for Living Things, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Oratorio for Living Things, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Mission Drift and Outstanding Ensemble (IT Awards) for Dancing Vs the Rat Experiment.
What awards has Heather Christian won?
Heather Christian has won Special Awards from the Drama Desk Awards for Oratorio for Living Things and received a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for the same work, Oratorio for Living Things.
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