Jessica Blank
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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jessica Blank, Coal Country
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
Jessica Blank, The Exonerated
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STAGE TUBE: Erik Jensen Performs Scene from HOW TO BE A ROCK CRITIC at Kirk Douglas Theatre
by Stage Tube - 2015-06-24 18:00:42
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THE EXONERATED, DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE & More Set for Black Theatre Troupe's 57th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe announced its 57th season, featuring five productions spanning drama, musical theater, and holiday programming. Flex Pass packages are on sale now with Early Bird pricing available for a limited time.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe announced its 57th season, featuring five productions spanning drama, musical theater, and holiday programming. Flex Pass packages are on sale now with Early Bird pricing available for a limited time.
AMERICAN SUBLIME: Stories from Elsewhere in III Acts is Coming to The Delacorte Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026
The Public Theater and Public Forum series curators Alexa Smith and Jeremy McCarter will present American Sublime: Stories from Elsewhere in III Acts in The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026
The Public Theater and Public Forum series curators Alexa Smith and Jeremy McCarter will present American Sublime: Stories from Elsewhere in III Acts in The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
The Public Theater's Public Forum Series to Return to The Delacorte Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
The Public Theater will present the return of the renowned Public Forum series to The Delacorte Theater in Central Park, beginning with free event Quick, Bright, Things to Come to Confusion, or What We Do For Love.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
The Public Theater will present the return of the renowned Public Forum series to The Delacorte Theater in Central Park, beginning with free event Quick, Bright, Things to Come to Confusion, or What We Do For Love.
Amy Sherald, Christian Slater & More Set for Public Forum at The Delacorte
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
The Public Theater's revitalized Delacorte Theater will reopen this summer with PUBLIC FORUM and PUBLIC STORIES programming, featuring Amy Sherald, Michael Sandel, Anna Deavere Smith, and DC 37 union members as civic storytellers.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
The Public Theater's revitalized Delacorte Theater will reopen this summer with PUBLIC FORUM and PUBLIC STORIES programming, featuring Amy Sherald, Michael Sandel, Anna Deavere Smith, and DC 37 union members as civic storytellers.
Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen to Develop Theater Piece With in Response to ICE in MN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
The Guthrie Theater, in collaboration with The Public Theater, are partnering with documentary theater artists Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen on the development of a new work.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
The Guthrie Theater, in collaboration with The Public Theater, are partnering with documentary theater artists Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen on the development of a new work.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Leguizamo and More to Join The People's Filibuster Protest at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
The Public Theater will host a public, artistic demonstration of support and solidarity for the people of Minnesota: The People's Filibuster on the steps of the Theater’s flagship building.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
The Public Theater will host a public, artistic demonstration of support and solidarity for the people of Minnesota: The People's Filibuster on the steps of the Theater’s flagship building.
Photos: Broward Center Ghost Light Society Gathers at SHUCKED
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2025
Members and guests of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts young professionals’ group, the Ghost Light Society (GLS), celebrated the close of the Broadway season at the Broward Center with a pre-show cocktail reception in the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge. Check out photos of the event.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2025
Members and guests of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts young professionals’ group, the Ghost Light Society (GLS), celebrated the close of the Broadway season at the Broward Center with a pre-show cocktail reception in the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge. Check out photos of the event.
NYWIFT Announces 16 Projects By Members At 2025 Tribeca Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
New York Women in Film & Television has revealed 16 projects from 16 members have been officially selected for the 2024 Tribeca Festival. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
New York Women in Film & Television has revealed 16 projects from 16 members have been officially selected for the 2024 Tribeca Festival. Learn more here!
New York Women In Film & Television Presents 11 Film Festival Awards In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
New York Women in Film & Television will present 11 NYWIFT Festival Awards to emerging and established filmmakers across six New York-area festivals throughout 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
New York Women in Film & Television will present 11 NYWIFT Festival Awards to emerging and established filmmakers across six New York-area festivals throughout 2024.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of IBSEN'S GHOST at 59E59's Theater A
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 15, 2024
Ibsen's Ghost is now playing at 59E59’s Theater A. The production officially opened last night, March 14 for a limited run through April 14. Check out opening night photos here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 15, 2024
Ibsen's Ghost is now playing at 59E59’s Theater A. The production officially opened last night, March 14 for a limited run through April 14. Check out opening night photos here!
Kathleen Chalfant, Jonathan Raviv, and More Set for HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES at NYTW
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast & creative team for Here There Are Blueberries, co-written by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony & Emmy Award nominee Moisés Kaufman & Emmy Award nominee Amanda Gronich, and conceived & directed by Moisés Kaufman.
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast & creative team for Here There Are Blueberries, co-written by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony & Emmy Award nominee Moisés Kaufman & Emmy Award nominee Amanda Gronich, and conceived & directed by Moisés Kaufman.
Creative Team Set for I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I COULD DIE Directed by Lucas Hnath
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the full creative team for I Love You So Much I Could Die, written and performed by NYTW Usual Suspect Mona Pirnot (Private), and directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath (Red Speedo).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the full creative team for I Love You So Much I Could Die, written and performed by NYTW Usual Suspect Mona Pirnot (Private), and directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath (Red Speedo).
Photos: Inside the 2023 Manhattan Theatre Club Fall Benefit With Christine Baranski, Nathan Lane, Sarah Jessica Parker, and More!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 15, 2023
Manhattan Theatre Club hosted its 2023 Fall Benefit on Monday, November 13. The evening began at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street) with an advance screening of the new film ALL ARTS Docs: Manhattan Theatre Club, a Home for Artists ahead of its November 21 premiere on ALL ARTS.
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 15, 2023
Manhattan Theatre Club hosted its 2023 Fall Benefit on Monday, November 13. The evening began at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street) with an advance screening of the new film ALL ARTS Docs: Manhattan Theatre Club, a Home for Artists ahead of its November 21 premiere on ALL ARTS.
GoFundMe Campaign Launched to Help With Erik Jensen's Battle With Stage IV Cancer
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023
The family of Erik Jensen, actor, writer, and director, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds to help with his battle with cancer. According to the fundraising page, Jensen survived a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, and has now been diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023
The family of Erik Jensen, actor, writer, and director, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds to help with his battle with cancer. According to the fundraising page, Jensen survived a brain aneurysm just a year and a half ago, and has now been diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer.
New York Theatre Workshop Reveals 2023/24 Season 2050 Administrative Fellows & Producing Fellow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2023
Find out what's in store for New York Theatre Workshop's 2023/24 season as they announce their lineup and introduce the 2050 Administrative Fellows. Get a sneak peek into the productions and meet the talented individuals who will contribute to the success of the theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2023
Find out what's in store for New York Theatre Workshop's 2023/24 season as they announce their lineup and introduce the 2050 Administrative Fellows. Get a sneak peek into the productions and meet the talented individuals who will contribute to the success of the theater.
New York Theatre Workshop to Present the 05Fest - in Conjunction with THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023
Discover the excitement at New York Theatre Workshop's 05Fest, where THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL takes center stage. Immerse yourself in a festival of innovative theater and experience the best of what NYTW has to offer. Don't miss this captivating celebration of theater!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023
Discover the excitement at New York Theatre Workshop's 05Fest, where THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL takes center stage. Immerse yourself in a festival of innovative theater and experience the best of what NYTW has to offer. Don't miss this captivating celebration of theater!
Alexandra Silber, Jason Bowen & More to Star in THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALL at New York Theatre Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023
New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast and creative team for The Half-God of Rainfall. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023
New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast and creative team for The Half-God of Rainfall. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!
New York Theatre Workshop Reveals 2050 Fellows, New Company-in-Residence and Artistic Department Expansion
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023
New York Theatre Workshop has announced the artists selected for the 2023/24 Season 2050 Artistic Fellowship.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023
New York Theatre Workshop has announced the artists selected for the 2023/24 Season 2050 Artistic Fellowship.
End of The Public Theater's Under the Radar Festival Raises Concerns About NYC Experimental Landscape
by Cara Joy David - Jun 5, 2023
Last week, at a time when Broadway producers were worried about last-minute campaigning and how performers are going to change at the United Palace with limited dressing room space, a fact buried in a New York Times article shook the theater community. It was there that it was announced that The Public’s Under the Radar festival was no more.
by Cara Joy David - Jun 5, 2023
Last week, at a time when Broadway producers were worried about last-minute campaigning and how performers are going to change at the United Palace with limited dressing room space, a fact buried in a New York Times article shook the theater community. It was there that it was announced that The Public’s Under the Radar festival was no more.
Unicorn Theatre's Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin Will Retire In 2024
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023
Unicorn Theatre has announced that Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin will retire in June 2024. Levin's departure will culminate a historic run spanning more than four decades at one of Kansas City's landmark theatres, where she gained a regional and national reputation for innovating and bringing to life bold and diverse plays with powerful messages and illuminating people in an empathetic and unique way.
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023
Unicorn Theatre has announced that Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin will retire in June 2024. Levin's departure will culminate a historic run spanning more than four decades at one of Kansas City's landmark theatres, where she gained a regional and national reputation for innovating and bringing to life bold and diverse plays with powerful messages and illuminating people in an empathetic and unique way.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Jessica Blank written?
Jessica Blank has written 4 shows including The Exonerated (Playwright), Liberty City (Text), Aftermath (Playwright), Coal Country (Author).
What awards has Jessica Blank been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Coal Country and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Exonerated .
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