Kate Whoriskey
Latest News on Kate Whoriskey:
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Will Be Performed as the York Theatre's Spring Benefit (Jan 28, 2026)
The Old Globe Will Present 13th Annual Powers New Voices Festival (Dec 20, 2025)
Kate Douglas and Grace McLean's HAG Selected for SIGWORKS: MUSICAL THEATER LAB (Dec 12, 2025)
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Will Be Performed as the York Theatre's Spring Benefit (Jan 28, 2026)
The Old Globe Will Present 13th Annual Powers New Voices Festival (Dec 20, 2025)
Kate Douglas and Grace McLean's HAG Selected for SIGWORKS: MUSICAL THEATER LAB (Dec 12, 2025)
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Composer Grace McLean, Second Stage Artistic Director/President Carole Rothman, Playwright Kate Douglas, Carmen M. Herlihy, Nimene Wureh, , Stephanie Crousillat, April Matthis, Taylor Schilling, Bryn Carter, Director Kate Whoriskey and Choreographer Warren Adams
Date:
02/14/2024
From: Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE APIARY at Second Stage Theater
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Direction of a Play
Kate Whoriskey, Clyde's
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Kate Whoriskey, Sweat
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Kate Whoriskey, Ruined
The Lortels - 2009 - Outstanding Director
Kate Whoriskey, Ruined
Videos
VIDEO: On the Red Carpet at the 88th Annual Drama League Awards
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-05-23 10:36:10
VIDEO: Uzo Aduba Talks Returning to Broadway in CLYDE'S on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - 2021-11-30 14:23:42
VIDEO: Uzo Aduba Talks Returning to Broadway in CLYDE'S on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan
by Michael Major - 2021-11-11 11:09:10
TV: Karen Olivo, Daniel Breaker and More Call for Passage of the HALT Solitary Confinement Act
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-04-20 19:01:00
TV: What Is ALL THE NATALIE PORTMANS All About? The Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-01-18 12:01:00
VIDEO: Mykal Kilgore Sings 'King of the World' from SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
by Julie Musbach - 2019-01-11 11:24:30
TV: Shoshana Bean Sings from Encores! Off-Center's SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD- Meet the Cast!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-19 09:55:12
TV: What's CARDINAL All About? Anna Chlumsky, Adam Pally & Company Explain!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-12-19 15:00:58
Theater Talk: Lynn Nottage & Kate Whoriskey Talk SWEAT with Tony-Nominated Cast
by Theater Talk - 2017-06-19 10:16:03
Tony Awards Close-Up: Johanna Day Is Digging Deeper Every Night at SWEAT
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-05-07 13:00:02
TV: The SWEAT Ensemble Raises a Glass to Opening Night on Broadway!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2017-03-27 12:00:06
TV: Chatting with Norbert Leo Butz, Paula Vogel & More at HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Opening Night!
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-02-14 14:06:00
TV: First Look at HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE, Starring Norbert Leo Butz and Elizabeth Reaser!
by Kelsey Denette - 2012-02-13 18:24:47
STAGE TUBE: Seattle's Intiman Launches Save the Theatre Campaign
by Charlie Piane - 2011-02-11 18:51:54
News
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Will Be Performed as the York Theatre's Spring Benefit
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
The York Theatre will present a concert version of Jason Robert Brown's Songs for a New World for one night only as its 2026 spring benefit. The event will take place on March 30 at Theatre at St. Jean's.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
The York Theatre will present a concert version of Jason Robert Brown's Songs for a New World for one night only as its 2026 spring benefit. The event will take place on March 30 at Theatre at St. Jean's.
The Old Globe Will Present 13th Annual Powers New Voices Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 20, 2025
The Old Globe will present the 13th annual Powers New Voices Festival, a three-day play reading event featuring seven new plays by emerging and award-winning playwrights writing for the American theatre, including new works by San Diegans.
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 20, 2025
The Old Globe will present the 13th annual Powers New Voices Festival, a three-day play reading event featuring seven new plays by emerging and award-winning playwrights writing for the American theatre, including new works by San Diegans.
Kate Douglas and Grace McLean's HAG Selected for SIGWORKS: MUSICAL THEATER LAB
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed that hag, a new musical with book and lyrics by Kate Douglas (The Apiary) and music and lyrics by Grace McLean (In the Green), has been selected for the 2025 SigWorks: Musical Theater Lab.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed that hag, a new musical with book and lyrics by Kate Douglas (The Apiary) and music and lyrics by Grace McLean (In the Green), has been selected for the 2025 SigWorks: Musical Theater Lab.
Photos: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025
Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries is back on the New York stage, and recently celebrated its gala opening for its off-Broadway run. Check out photos from the opening night here!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025
Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries is back on the New York stage, and recently celebrated its gala opening for its off-Broadway run. Check out photos from the opening night here!
Williamstown Theatre Festival Reveals Additional Casting, Creatives, and Programming for 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced additional casting, creative team members, and programming for its 71st season (W71), running Thursday, July 17 through Sunday, August 3. Weekend passes and single tickets are available now.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced additional casting, creative team members, and programming for its 71st season (W71), running Thursday, July 17 through Sunday, August 3. Weekend passes and single tickets are available now.
Review Roundup: LUNAR ECLIPSE at Second Stage Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
Read the reviews for Lunar Eclipse at Second Stage Theater in BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup. Learn more about the production and see what the critics are saying here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
Read the reviews for Lunar Eclipse at Second Stage Theater in BroadwayWorld's Review Roundup. Learn more about the production and see what the critics are saying here!
Interview: Theatre Life with S. Katy Tucker
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 29, 2025
Today’s subject S. Katy Tucker is currently living her theatre life as the projection designer for Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs. The production runs May 2nd through 10th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 29, 2025
Today’s subject S. Katy Tucker is currently living her theatre life as the projection designer for Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs. The production runs May 2nd through 10th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.
Reed Birney and Lisa Emery to Star in LUNAR ECLIPSE at Second Stage Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2025
Second Stage Theater will conclude its 46th Season with the New York Premiere of Pulitzer Prize winner Donald Margulies’ LUNAR ECLIPSE. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2025
Second Stage Theater will conclude its 46th Season with the New York Premiere of Pulitzer Prize winner Donald Margulies’ LUNAR ECLIPSE. Learn more and see how to attend.
Lively McCabe Entertainment Appoints Allison Bressi to President & Producer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025
Allison Bressi has been named President of Lively McCabe Entertainment, the global theatrical production and management company behind theatrical titles Clue and Mystic Pizza, among others. LEARN MORE!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025
Allison Bressi has been named President of Lively McCabe Entertainment, the global theatrical production and management company behind theatrical titles Clue and Mystic Pizza, among others. LEARN MORE!
Complete Cast Set for ON THE EVOLUTIONARY FUNCTION OF SHAME at 2ST's Next Stage Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024
Second Stage Theater has revealed the complete cast for the centerpiece of this year’s Next Stage Festival: the world premiere production of D.A. Mindell’s On the Evolutionary Function of Shame. See who is starring and learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024
Second Stage Theater has revealed the complete cast for the centerpiece of this year’s Next Stage Festival: the world premiere production of D.A. Mindell’s On the Evolutionary Function of Shame. See who is starring and learn more.
Photos: WALDEN Starring Emmy Rossum, Zoe Winters, & Motell Foster Opens at Second Stage
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 10, 2024
Amy Berryman’s play, WALDEN, starring Emmy Rossum, Zoe Winters, and Motell Foster, and directed by Whitney White, opened at Second Stage Theater and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 10, 2024
Amy Berryman’s play, WALDEN, starring Emmy Rossum, Zoe Winters, and Motell Foster, and directed by Whitney White, opened at Second Stage Theater and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.
Sara Bareilles To Give Special Concert To Benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2024
Sara Bareilles will perform a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. The event also marks the return of WTF Cabaret, featuring various artists and hosts.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2024
Sara Bareilles will perform a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. The event also marks the return of WTF Cabaret, featuring various artists and hosts.
Sara Bareilles to Perform Special Concert at Williamstown Theatre Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024
Two-time Grammy Award winner, Tony and Emmy Award nominee Sara Bareilles will play a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024
Two-time Grammy Award winner, Tony and Emmy Award nominee Sara Bareilles will play a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Julie Benko, Ethan Slater & More Join Cast for MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced initial casting for its Fridays@3 reading series and summer workshops, including a new reading for 'White Bitches in Delhi'.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 12, 2024
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced initial casting for its Fridays@3 reading series and summer workshops, including a new reading for 'White Bitches in Delhi'.
Williamstown Theatre Festival Announces Alex Edelman Added Show And More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2024
Williamstown Theatre Festival reveals casting and creative teams for three new productions and announces the extension of Alex Edelman's stand-up set.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2024
Williamstown Theatre Festival reveals casting and creative teams for three new productions and announces the extension of Alex Edelman's stand-up set.
Margaret Cho, Amber Ruffin & More to be Featured in New York Stage and Film 2024 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Leslye Headland's CULT OF LOVE Headed to Broadway as Part of Second Stage's Fall Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024
Leslye Headland's Cult of Love is headed to Broadway later this year as part of Second Stage Theater's upcoming fall season. Additionally, Donald Margulies’ Lunar Eclipse will open off-Broadway this fall.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024
Leslye Headland's Cult of Love is headed to Broadway later this year as part of Second Stage Theater's upcoming fall season. Additionally, Donald Margulies’ Lunar Eclipse will open off-Broadway this fall.
Gavin Creel & Alex Edelman to Join Williamstown Theatre Festival This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2024
Special programming has been revealed for the summer season featuring 2024 Special Tony Award winner Alex Edelman and Tony Award and Olivier Award winner Gavin Creel. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2024
Special programming has been revealed for the summer season featuring 2024 Special Tony Award winner Alex Edelman and Tony Award and Olivier Award winner Gavin Creel. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Lineup Set for Williamstown Theatre Festival's WTF IS NEXT Featuring Adam Kantor, Britton & The Sting and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
The lineup has been revealed for Williamstown Theatre Festival's “WTF IS NEXT,” Lear more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
The lineup has been revealed for Williamstown Theatre Festival's “WTF IS NEXT,” Lear more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Kate Whoriskey been nominated for?
Outstanding Direction of a Play (Drama League Awards) for Clyde's, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweat, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ruined and Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Ruined.
What awards has Kate Whoriskey won?
Kate Whoriskey won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director of a Play for Ruined.
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