Jean Genet
Date of Death: April 15, 1986 (75)
Birth Place: Paris, FRANCE
Latest News on Jean Genet:
JUNIPER BLOOD, THE MAIDS, and WHEN WE ARE MARRIED Set For Donmar Warehouse (Jul 14, 2025)
Art House Productions to Present Reimagined HAMLET Directed by C. Rashee Stevenson (Jul 1, 2025)
The Classical Theatre of Harlem to Present PERSON PLACE THING with Randy Cohen and Will Power (Jun 27, 2025)
JUNIPER BLOOD, THE MAIDS, and WHEN WE ARE MARRIED Set For Donmar Warehouse (Jul 14, 2025)
Art House Productions to Present Reimagined HAMLET Directed by C. Rashee Stevenson (Jul 1, 2025)
The Classical Theatre of Harlem to Present PERSON PLACE THING with Randy Cohen and Will Power (Jun 27, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1972 - Best Foreign Play
Jean GenetThe Screens
winner
Obie Awards - 1961 - Best New American Play
Jean Genet , The Blacks
winner
Obie Awards - 1960 - Best Foreign Play
Jean Genet, The Balcony
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JUNIPER BLOOD, THE MAIDS, and WHEN WE ARE MARRIED Set For Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
With the critically acclaimed revival of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel currently playing, Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced three new plays for Autumn 2025/26.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
With the critically acclaimed revival of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel currently playing, Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced three new plays for Autumn 2025/26.
Art House Productions to Present Reimagined HAMLET Directed by C. Rashee Stevenson
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2025
Art House Productions will present a radical new staging of Hamlet, directed by C. Rashee Stevenson, running October 9–26, 2025 at the Art House Theater in Jersey City.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2025
Art House Productions will present a radical new staging of Hamlet, directed by C. Rashee Stevenson, running October 9–26, 2025 at the Art House Theater in Jersey City.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem to Present PERSON PLACE THING with Randy Cohen and Will Power
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025
The Classical Theatre of Harlem will present a special edition of Person Place Thing with host Randy Cohen and guest Will Power, acclaimed playwright and creator of CTH's highly anticipated summer production, MEMNON.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025
The Classical Theatre of Harlem will present a special edition of Person Place Thing with host Randy Cohen and guest Will Power, acclaimed playwright and creator of CTH's highly anticipated summer production, MEMNON.
Photos: Nervous Theatre Premieres DANCING ANIMALS At The Southern Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
In their Minneapolis debut, critically acclaimed ensemble Nervous Theatre brings an explosive new dance-theatre work to the Southern Theater. See photos from the show.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
In their Minneapolis debut, critically acclaimed ensemble Nervous Theatre brings an explosive new dance-theatre work to the Southern Theater. See photos from the show.
David Newer Will Direct Stephen Metcalfe's STRANGE SNOW at Ivy Crest Theatre Co.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 17, 2025
Ivy Crest Theatre Co. just announced its production of Strange Snow, written by Stephen Metcalfe and directed by David Newer, starring James McCloskey, Rob Minardi and Niki Sawyer. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 17, 2025
Ivy Crest Theatre Co. just announced its production of Strange Snow, written by Stephen Metcalfe and directed by David Newer, starring James McCloskey, Rob Minardi and Niki Sawyer. We have all of the details here!
Theatre Communications Group Names 2025 Recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced Seo Yun and Sveta Moroz as the 2025 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim.
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced Seo Yun and Sveta Moroz as the 2025 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim.
Nervous Theatre Premieres New Work DANCING ANIMALS At The Southern Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025
In their Minneapolis debut, critically acclaimed ensemble Nervous Theatre brings an explosive new dance-theatre work DANCING ANIMALS to the historic Southern Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025
In their Minneapolis debut, critically acclaimed ensemble Nervous Theatre brings an explosive new dance-theatre work DANCING ANIMALS to the historic Southern Theater.
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Seeks Support Following NEA Grant Cancellation
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2025
The Classical Theatre of Harlem is among a number of New York cultural institutions that have lost critical federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts due to recent directives from the current administration.
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2025
The Classical Theatre of Harlem is among a number of New York cultural institutions that have lost critical federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts due to recent directives from the current administration.
Cast Set For LITTLE BROTHER at Jermyn Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2025
Jermyn Street Theatre has announced the casting for the world premiere of Timberlake Wertenbaker's stage adaptation of Amets Arzallus Antia and Ibrahima Balde's award-winning memoir Little Brother.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2025
Jermyn Street Theatre has announced the casting for the world premiere of Timberlake Wertenbaker's stage adaptation of Amets Arzallus Antia and Ibrahima Balde's award-winning memoir Little Brother.
8th Annual CONEY ISLAND RITUAL CABARET to Return in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025
International Culture Lab and Coney Island USA proudly present the 8th annual Coney Island Ritual Cabaret, featuring over 20 original acts of artistic resistance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2025
International Culture Lab and Coney Island USA proudly present the 8th annual Coney Island Ritual Cabaret, featuring over 20 original acts of artistic resistance.
A FORM OF EXILE: On Edward Said and Late Style is Coming to
Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
City of London Sinfonia and the London Review of Books will present dazzling works of music and literature created in the twilight of great artistic lives. Learn more about the March performance and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
City of London Sinfonia and the London Review of Books will present dazzling works of music and literature created in the twilight of great artistic lives. Learn more about the March performance and see how to attend.
Bonnie Milligan, Beanie Feldstein and More Nominated for 2025 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025
Explore the 2025 Helen Hayes Awards Nominees, including standout performances by Bonnie Milligan and Beanie Feldstein. The awards will be presented on Monday, May 19 at an event at The Anthem. The nominations are for productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year.
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Explore the 2025 Helen Hayes Awards Nominees, including standout performances by Bonnie Milligan and Beanie Feldstein. The awards will be presented on Monday, May 19 at an event at The Anthem. The nominations are for productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year.
Cast Set for TRU Voices New Musicals Reading Series Presentation Of AMÉRICA TROPICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 1, 2025
Theater Resources Unlimited is bringing back the TRU Voices New Musical Reading Series with a presentation of América Tropical produced by Prince fellowship recipient Jamila Ponton Bragg. Learn more about the cast here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 1, 2025
Theater Resources Unlimited is bringing back the TRU Voices New Musical Reading Series with a presentation of América Tropical produced by Prince fellowship recipient Jamila Ponton Bragg. Learn more about the cast here!
Review: AIDA, Royal Ballet and Opera
by Gary Naylor - Jan 29, 2025
Robert Carsen's vision is as uncompromising as ever, but the world has changed in three short years
by Gary Naylor - Jan 29, 2025
Robert Carsen's vision is as uncompromising as ever, but the world has changed in three short years
Review: THE MAIDS, Jermyn Street Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - Jan 11, 2025
French dramatist Jean Genet is a rarity on British stages, and I can see why. There are more popular writers that do what he does, only better. Genet’s 1947 The Maids is never stark enough to match the claustrophobic brutality of Beckett, nor darkly comic enough to out menace Pinter.
by Alexander Cohen - Jan 11, 2025
French dramatist Jean Genet is a rarity on British stages, and I can see why. There are more popular writers that do what he does, only better. Genet’s 1947 The Maids is never stark enough to match the claustrophobic brutality of Beckett, nor darkly comic enough to out menace Pinter.
Jermyn Street Theatre Announces Casting OUTLYING ISLANDS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2025
Jermyn Street Theatre has announced the casting of its second production of 2025, David Greig’s tense and thought-provoking thriller Outlying Islands.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2025
Jermyn Street Theatre has announced the casting of its second production of 2025, David Greig’s tense and thought-provoking thriller Outlying Islands.
Guest Blog: 'It’s Beautiful and Ugly': Director Annie Kershaw on Power and Control in New Adaptation of THE MAIDS
by Guest Author - Jan 8, 2025
In 2024 I was Carne Deputy Director at Jermyn Street Theatre. The role was designed to teach the recipient about the day to day running of a theatre with the view to one day leading a building.
by Guest Author - Jan 8, 2025
In 2024 I was Carne Deputy Director at Jermyn Street Theatre. The role was designed to teach the recipient about the day to day running of a theatre with the view to one day leading a building.
Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning to Present New Season of Free Theatre Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024
Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning will present the 2024/2025 season of 'Meet the Playwright,' a free theater series featuring semi-staged readings by BIIPOC playwrights from November to February. Learn how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024
Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning will present the 2024/2025 season of 'Meet the Playwright,' a free theater series featuring semi-staged readings by BIIPOC playwrights from November to February. Learn how to attend.
Cast Set For THE MAIDS at Jermyn Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
Jermyn Street Theatre and Reading Rep Theatre announced the casting of Martin Kemp's glittering translation of Jean Genet's classic masterpiece The Maids.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
Jermyn Street Theatre and Reading Rep Theatre announced the casting of Martin Kemp's glittering translation of Jean Genet's classic masterpiece The Maids.
World Premiere & More Set for Jermyn Street Theatre Spring 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2024
Jermyn Street Theatre's Spring 2025 season will feature a world premiere by Timberlake Wertenbaker, alongside a diverse lineup of productions. Discover what's in store for the upcoming season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2024
Jermyn Street Theatre's Spring 2025 season will feature a world premiere by Timberlake Wertenbaker, alongside a diverse lineup of productions. Discover what's in store for the upcoming season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Jean Genet been nominated for?
Jean Genet has been nominated for several awards throughout their career. They were nominated for Best Foreign Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for their play "The Screens." Additionally, they received nominations for Best New American Play at the Obie Awards for "The Blacks" and Best Foreign Play at the Obie Awards for "The Balcony." These nominations highlight the recognition and acclaim that Genet's works have received in the theater industry.
What awards has Jean Genet won?
Jean Genet has won several awards for their work in the theater. They received the Best Foreign Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for their play "The Screens." They also won the Best New American Play award from the Obie Awards for their play "The Blacks." Additionally, Genet received the Best Foreign Play award from the Obie Awards for their play "The Balcony." These accolades recognize the outstanding contributions that Genet has made to the world of theater.
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