Jo Bonney
Jo Bonney is a conceiver whose BroadwayWorld credits include Girl, Interrupted, Lowcountry, and Sabbath's Theater. Awards include Obie Awards for Sustained Excellence in Directing (2019).
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Productions
Writing
Conceiver
Awards and Nominations
winner
Obie Awards - 2019 - Directing Award
Jo Bonney, Sustained Excellence in Directing
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jo Bonney, Cost of Living
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jo Bonney, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark
The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Director
Jo Bonney, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark
The Lortels - 2005 - Outstanding Director
Jo Bonney, Fat Pig
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Director
Jo Bonney, Fifth of July
winner
Obie Awards - 1998 - Sustained excellence of direction
Jo Bonney
Videos
Video: Watch the Teaser for GIRL, INTERRUPTED at The Public Theater
by Gillian Blum - 2026-03-22 23:09:49
Shucking Around with Ashley D. Kelley: SHUCKED Hits the Recording Studio
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-05-27 18:00:20
Shucking Around with Ashley D. Kelley: Inside a Two-Show Day at SHUCKED
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-05-20 16:00:20
Shucking Around with Ashley D. Kelley: Go Backstage at SHUCKED on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-05-14 16:00:20
VIDEO: What Is COST OF LIVING All About? The Broadway Company Explains!
by Sneak Peek - 2022-08-17 10:09:41
News
Photos: Inside the 2026 Public Theater Gala, Headlined by Shoshana Bean
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 9, 2026
The Public Theater kicked off another Shakespeare for the City season and Free Shakespeare in the Park at its 2026 Gala. Grammy Award winner and 2026 Tony winner Shoshana Bean headlined the special night, hosted at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 9, 2026
The Public Theater kicked off another Shakespeare for the City season and Free Shakespeare in the Park at its 2026 Gala. Grammy Award winner and 2026 Tony winner Shoshana Bean headlined the special night, hosted at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of GIRL, INTERRUPTED
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 5, 2026
The world premiere production of Girl, Interrupted written by Martyna Majok and based on the memoir by Susanna Kaysen, has officially opened at The Public Theater. Check out photos from opening night here!
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 5, 2026
The world premiere production of Girl, Interrupted written by Martyna Majok and based on the memoir by Susanna Kaysen, has officially opened at The Public Theater. Check out photos from opening night here!
Review Roundup: GIRL, INTERRUPTED Opens At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
Reviews are in for GIRL, INTERRUPTED, the world premiere production written by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok and based on Susanna Kaysen's bestselling memoir, now playing at The Public Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
Reviews are in for GIRL, INTERRUPTED, the world premiere production written by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok and based on Susanna Kaysen's bestselling memoir, now playing at The Public Theater.
Video: GIRL, INTERRUPTED At The Public Theater- First Look
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
The Public Theater has released video highlights from the world premiere of GIRL, INTERRUPTED. Based on Susanna Kaysen's memoir and adapted by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026
The Public Theater has released video highlights from the world premiere of GIRL, INTERRUPTED. Based on Susanna Kaysen's memoir and adapted by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok.
GIRL, INTERRUPTED Extends Off-Broadway at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
The Public Theater will present a one-week extension ahead of the world premiere production of Girl, Interrupted, written by Martyna Majok and based on the memoir by Susanna Kaysen.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
The Public Theater will present a one-week extension ahead of the world premiere production of Girl, Interrupted, written by Martyna Majok and based on the memoir by Susanna Kaysen.
Photos: GIRL, INTERRUPTED In Rehearsal At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
This spring, Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright Martyna Majok brings GIRL, INTERRUPTED to The Public for its stirring world premiere. Get your first look at the show's cast, including pop star King Princess, in new photos from the rehearsal room.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
This spring, Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright Martyna Majok brings GIRL, INTERRUPTED to The Public for its stirring world premiere. Get your first look at the show's cast, including pop star King Princess, in new photos from the rehearsal room.
King Princess, Emily Skinner and More to Star in GIRL, INTERRUPTED at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026
The Public Theater has revealed the cast for the world premiere production of GIRL, INTERRUPTED, written by Martyna Majok and based on the memoir by Susanna Kaysen.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026
The Public Theater has revealed the cast for the world premiere production of GIRL, INTERRUPTED, written by Martyna Majok and based on the memoir by Susanna Kaysen.
Video: Watch the Teaser for GIRL, INTERRUPTED at The Public Theater
by Gillian Blum - Mar 22, 2026
This spring The Public, will present the play Girl, Interrupted, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, with a teaser for the show available to watch here.
by Gillian Blum - Mar 22, 2026
This spring The Public, will present the play Girl, Interrupted, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, with a teaser for the show available to watch here.
NAATCO's HENRY VI Joins The Public Theater's Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
The Public Theater and NAATCO will present a remount of NAATCO’s production of Henry VI: A Trilogy in Two Parts, making its Public Theater premiere this summer.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
The Public Theater and NAATCO will present a remount of NAATCO’s production of Henry VI: A Trilogy in Two Parts, making its Public Theater premiere this summer.
Review: SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA at Geffen Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Feb 17, 2026
SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA is trying to be perhaps too many things at once and not really succeeding at any of them.
by Evan Henerson - Feb 17, 2026
SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA is trying to be perhaps too many things at once and not really succeeding at any of them.
Photos: SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA in Rehearsal at Geffen Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Geffen Playhouse has released rehearsal photos from its world premiere production of SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA, written by Beth Hyland and directed by Tony Award-nominee Jo Bonney.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Geffen Playhouse has released rehearsal photos from its world premiere production of SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA, written by Beth Hyland and directed by Tony Award-nominee Jo Bonney.
Marinda Anderson, Dan Domingues and More to Star in PUBLIC CHARGE at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere of Public Charge, a bracing new play based on true events written by former United States Ambassador Julissa Reynoso and award-winning playwright Michael J. Chepiga.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere of Public Charge, a bracing new play based on true events written by former United States Ambassador Julissa Reynoso and award-winning playwright Michael J. Chepiga.
Dee Beasnael, Kate Benson and More to Star in Elevator Repair Service's ULYSSES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed the full cast for the upcoming New York City premiere of Ulysses, created by Elevator Repair Service. The production will be presented as part of Under the Radar this January.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed the full cast for the upcoming New York City premiere of Ulysses, created by Elevator Repair Service. The production will be presented as part of Under the Radar this January.
Full Cast Set for World Premiere of SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA at Geffen Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
Geffen Playhouse has announced the full cast for its world premiere production of SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA, written by Beth Hyland and directed by Tony Award-nominee Jo Bonney.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
Geffen Playhouse has announced the full cast for its world premiere production of SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA, written by Beth Hyland and directed by Tony Award-nominee Jo Bonney.
GIRL, INTERRUPTED to Have World Premiere at The Public Theater in May 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
The world premiere production of Girl, Interrupted has been added to The Public’s 2025-2026 season. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok brings Girl, Interrupted to the stage for its world premiere.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
The world premiere production of Girl, Interrupted has been added to The Public’s 2025-2026 season. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok brings Girl, Interrupted to the stage for its world premiere.
Photos: LOWCOUNTRY Opening Night at Atlantic Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company's world premiere production of Lowcountry opened at the Linda Gross Theater on June 25. See photos from the opening here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company's world premiere production of Lowcountry opened at the Linda Gross Theater on June 25. See photos from the opening here!
Review Roundup: LOWCOUNTRY At Atlantic Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company celebrates the opening of Lowcountry. The play, written by Abby Rosebrock and directed by Tony Award nominee Jo Bonney, stars Jodi Balfour (“Ted Lasso”), Keith Kupferer (Ghostlight), and Babak Tafti (“Succession”). Read reviews for the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company celebrates the opening of Lowcountry. The play, written by Abby Rosebrock and directed by Tony Award nominee Jo Bonney, stars Jodi Balfour (“Ted Lasso”), Keith Kupferer (Ghostlight), and Babak Tafti (“Succession”). Read reviews for the production.
Photos: LOWCOUNTRY At Atlantic Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company has released first look photos of Lowcountry starring Jodi Balfour (“Ted Lasso”), Keith Kupferer (Ghostlight), and Babak Tafti (“Succession”). The play is written by Abby Rosebrock (Blue Ridge) and directed by Tony Award nominee Jo Bonney (Cost of Living).
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company has released first look photos of Lowcountry starring Jodi Balfour (“Ted Lasso”), Keith Kupferer (Ghostlight), and Babak Tafti (“Succession”). The play is written by Abby Rosebrock (Blue Ridge) and directed by Tony Award nominee Jo Bonney (Cost of Living).
Spotlight: LOWCOUNTRY at Atlantic Theater Company
by BWW Special Offer - May 13, 2025
Lowcountry Tickets Now on Sale! When Tally, a down-and-out actress and gig worker, returns to her rural hometown, she swipes right on a disgraced high-school teacher fresh out of an ankle bracelet. Lowcountry is a dark, twisted romcom about the psychic distress of looking for love in the digital age and the carceral state.
by BWW Special Offer - May 13, 2025
Lowcountry Tickets Now on Sale! When Tally, a down-and-out actress and gig worker, returns to her rural hometown, she swipes right on a disgraced high-school teacher fresh out of an ankle bracelet. Lowcountry is a dark, twisted romcom about the psychic distress of looking for love in the digital age and the carceral state.
AM I ROXIE?, SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA and More World Premieres Set for Geffen Playhouse '25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
Geffen Playhouse has unveiled the seven productions that will make up its 2025/2026 season lineup, including two world premieres and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
Geffen Playhouse has unveiled the seven productions that will make up its 2025/2026 season lineup, including two world premieres and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Jo Bonney written?
Jo Bonney has written 1 shows including The Seven (Conceiver).
What awards has Jo Bonney been nominated for?
Directing Award (Obie Awards) for Sustained Excellence in Directing, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cost of Living, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for By the Way, Meet Vera Stark , Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for By the Way, Meet Vera Stark, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Fat Pig, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Fifth of July and Sustained excellence of direction (Obie Awards).
What awards has Jo Bonney won?
Jo Bonney has won the Directing Award at the Obie Awards for Sustained Excellence in Directing. She has also received an award for Sustained Excellence of Direction at the Obie Awards.
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