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[Off-Broadway, 2025]
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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

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Stage Directors And Choreographers Foundation Announces Awardees And Finalist For The Abe Burrows Award
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2025

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), has announced the recipients of this year's Abe Burrows Award for Assistant Directors.
Video: Go Inside A WRINKLE IN TIME Rehearsals at Arena Stage
by Michael Major - Jun 17, 2025

Arena Stage has revealed a first look into rehearsals for their upcoming production of the new musical adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time. The video features Amber Gray, Taylor Iman Jones, and more!
Arena Stage to Present 2025 Military Appreciation Night
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

Arena Stage has revealed the date and details of its annual Military Appreciation Night, a long-standing tradition created to honor military families. Learn more!
Amber Gray, Taylor Iman Jones and More to Star in A WRINKLE IN TIME at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2025

Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for A Wrinkle in Time, an interstellar world-premiere musical adaptation based on the classic novel by Madeleine L'Engle. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ancram Center For The Arts Reveals 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025

Ancram Center for the Arts has announced its 2025 season which includes, in addition to its renown storytelling programs, a regional premiere, three site-specific original performances, and two staged readings.
ORATORIO FOR LIVING THINGS Comes to Signature Theatre in the Fall
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2025

Oratorio For Living Things is coming to Signature Theatre this fall. The show is written by Heather Christian and directed by Lee Sunday Evans. Learn more here!
Photos: Larry Owens and More at Jonathan Larson Grant Celebration Gala
by Robert Diamond - Apr 3, 2025

The American Theatre Wing, under the direction of President and CEO Heather Hitchens, held a special concert reception honoring the 2024 winners of the coveted Jonathan Larson Grant at Joe’s Pub. See photos here!
Joriah Kwamé and More Named as 2024 Jonathan Larson Grant Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025

The American Theatre Wing has revealed the recipients of the 2024 Jonathan Larson Grant, the annual prize awarded to exceptional emerging musical theatre composers, lyricists, and librettists, or writing teams. Learn more!
National Alliance For Musical Theatre Reveals 2024/2025 Writers Residency Grant Recipients
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the NAMT Member Theatre and Writer Recipients for the 2024/2025 Writers Residency Grants, part of the Frank Young Fund for New Musicals.
Japan Society Annual Play Reading Series Presents THE FAR SIDE OF THE MOON In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025

Japan Society will present a staged reading of the far side of the moon by Japanese playwright Izumi Kasagi, led by New York-based director Skye E. Kowaleski, taking place Monday, March 10 at 7:30 PM at Japan Society (333 East 47th Street).
Ars Nova To Honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan At NOVA BALL In April
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025

Ars Nova will honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan at Nova Ball, Ars Nova's annual benefit-turned-party of the season. As recently announced, following over two decades of leadership, Eagan will step down from his role as Artistic Director on June 30, 2025.
Cast Set for THE ADVENTURES OF ORLANDO AND VIRGINIA at The Acting Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

The Acting Company has revealed the cast for their reading of The Adventures of Orlando and Virginia, adapted and directed by Kevin Kuhlke inspired by the novel Orlando and the life of Virginia Woolf.
Andrew Neisler and Anna Morton Stacey Named Co-Artistic Directors of Ars Nova
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

​​​​​​​Ars Nova has announced that Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan will step down from his role as Artistic Director on June 30, 2025, following over two decades of leadership.
Goodspeed Musicals Hosts 36 Writers for the 13th Annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025

Goodspeed Musicals has announced the participants for the 13th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals, which will be held January 27 - February 23 on the Goodspeed campus in East Haddam, Conn.
New York Stage And Film Names Ian Belknap As Next Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2024

Ian Belknap has been named as the new Artistic Director of New York Stage and Film, bringing his extensive experience to the organization known for developing innovative theater projects. Learn more about Belknap.
Dramatists Guild Foundation Names Daniel Lazour as 2024 Stephen Schwartz Award Recipient
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2024

Dramatists Guild Foundation has revealed that musical theater composer Daniel Lazour is the 2024 recipient of the Stephen Schwartz Award. Learn more about Lazour and about the award!
The Acting Company Announces Cast of THE SHADOW OF A GUNMAN
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024

The Acting Company announced the cast for THE SHADOW OF A GUNMAN, featuring a lineup of accomplished actors. The production is set to bring Sean O'Casey's classic play to life on stage.
The Acting Company Announces Casting For SPELL #7
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2024

The Acting Company revealed the cast for SPELL #7, featuring a dynamic ensemble of actors. The production is set to bring Ntozake Shange's work to life, exploring themes of identity and culture.
Kinesis Project Dance Theatre to Present Rescheduled Performance of BRIDGE MATTER/THE REACH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2024

Kinesis Project dance theatre announced the rescheduled performance of Bridge Matter/The Reach on September 22, 2024, at 5pm at Fort Washington Park, NYC. The event is part of Summer on the Hudson.
National Alliance For Musical Theatre Announces Grant Recipients For 2023/2024
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024

The cast for the upcoming production of THE LION KING at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco has been announced, featuring a mix of new and returning performers.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Heather Christian written?

Heather Christian has written 1 shows including Oratorio For Living Things (Author).

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, as well as a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for Oratorio for Living Things.

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