Katori Hall
Katori Hall is a playwright whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Blood Quilt and Tina - The Tina Turner Musical. Awards include The Pulitzer Prize for The Hot Wing King (2021).
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Charlie Franklin, Phyllida Lloyd, Daniel J. Watts, Tina Turner, Adrienne Warren and Katori Hall with cast during the "Tina - The Tina Turner Musical" Opening Night Curtain Call at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on November 07, 2019 in New York City.
Date:
12/28/2019
From: Photo Coverage: A Look Back on the Most Memorable Performances of 2019
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Awards and Nominations
winner
The Pulitzer Prize - 2021 - Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Katori Hall, The Hot Wing King
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Book of a Musical
Katori Hall, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
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Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Play
Katori Hall, The Mountaintop
Videos
Video: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Celebrates its 7.5-Year West End Run
by Stephi Wild - 2025-08-21 09:10:20
Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele & Nicholas Christopher Will Lead CHESS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-05-28 09:00:40
Notes on a Script: a.k. payne Breaks Down Their Blackburn Prize-Winning FURLOUGH'S PARADISE
by Joey Mervis - 2025-03-20 13:34:09
Exclusive: Watch TINA Tour's Jayna Elise Cover 'Simply the Best' For Tina Turner's Birthday
by Michael Major - 2024-11-26 10:00:40
Video: THE BLOOD QUILT at Lincoln Center Theater First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-20 13:45:40
News
Bay Area Playwrights Festival Reveals 2026 Cohort and Creative Teams
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2026
Playwrights Foundation named four playwrights, directors, and dramaturgs for the 47th Bay Area Playwrights Festival, set for readings in San Francisco with on-demand recordings to follow.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2026
Playwrights Foundation named four playwrights, directors, and dramaturgs for the 47th Bay Area Playwrights Festival, set for readings in San Francisco with on-demand recordings to follow.
Rachel Bloom, Brooks Ashmanskas, Dylan Baker & More Join THE IMAGINARY INVALID on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the complete cast and design team for the upcoming production of The Imaginary Invalid by Molière translated by Doug Skinner, adapted by Tony Award winner Bill Irwin (Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?) with direction by Tony Award nominee Brandon J. Dirden (Waiting for Godot) making his Broadway directorial debut.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the complete cast and design team for the upcoming production of The Imaginary Invalid by Molière translated by Doug Skinner, adapted by Tony Award winner Bill Irwin (Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?) with direction by Tony Award nominee Brandon J. Dirden (Waiting for Godot) making his Broadway directorial debut.
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN and More Set for Arden Theatre Company 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2026
Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company has revealed its 2026/27 Mainstage Season, featuring a lineup of distinct and wide-ranging productions, including reimagined songs by Bob Dylan to Pulitzer Prize-winning drama and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2026
Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company has revealed its 2026/27 Mainstage Season, featuring a lineup of distinct and wide-ranging productions, including reimagined songs by Bob Dylan to Pulitzer Prize-winning drama and more.
Interview: Brockton Native Alex J. Gould Talks Broadway Debut in DOG DAY AFTERNOON
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 5, 2026
Brockton-born actor Alex J. Gould is currently making his Broadway debut in “Dog Day Afternoon,” appearing alongside Emmy Award-winning actors Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach from the FX on Hulu series “The Bear.”
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 5, 2026
Brockton-born actor Alex J. Gould is currently making his Broadway debut in “Dog Day Afternoon,” appearing alongside Emmy Award-winning actors Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach from the FX on Hulu series “The Bear.”
SOTTO VOCE Will Come to Tacoma Little Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Tacoma Little Theatre will present SOTTO VOCE, Nilo Cruz's poetic drama exploring memory, loss, and the M.S. St. Louis tragedy, featuring ASL and Pay What You Can performances.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Tacoma Little Theatre will present SOTTO VOCE, Nilo Cruz's poetic drama exploring memory, loss, and the M.S. St. Louis tragedy, featuring ASL and Pay What You Can performances.
Human Race Theatre Will Present Pulitzer Prize-Winning HOT WING KING
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Human Race Theatre Company announced the cast for HOT WING KING, Katori Hall's Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy, closing its 40th anniversary season at The Loft Theatre in downtown Dayton.
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Human Race Theatre Company announced the cast for HOT WING KING, Katori Hall's Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy, closing its 40th anniversary season at The Loft Theatre in downtown Dayton.
WHAT SURVIVES World Premiere Set for Hollywood Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
WHAT SURVIVES, a new one-act play about a community reckoning with an ICE abduction, will have its world premiere at The Broadwater in Los Angeles during the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
WHAT SURVIVES, a new one-act play about a community reckoning with an ICE abduction, will have its world premiere at The Broadwater in Los Angeles during the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning THE HOT WING KING To Be Presented At American Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
American Stage announced its production of THE HOT WING KING, Katori Hall's 2021 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, directed by Kenny Moten at its St. Petersburg, FL theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
American Stage announced its production of THE HOT WING KING, Katori Hall's 2021 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, directed by Kenny Moten at its St. Petersburg, FL theater.
Photos: THE MOUNTAINTOP By Katori Hall At Tacoma Little Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
Tacoma Little Theatre continues its 2025–2026 Season with Katori Hall’s Olivier Award-winning The Mountaintop. See photos of the production. This production is an intimate reimagining that weaves historical fact with surrealist fantasy to show us Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s final night in Memphis’s Lorraine Motel.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
Tacoma Little Theatre continues its 2025–2026 Season with Katori Hall’s Olivier Award-winning The Mountaintop. See photos of the production. This production is an intimate reimagining that weaves historical fact with surrealist fantasy to show us Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s final night in Memphis’s Lorraine Motel.
Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Theater 11, Zurich
by André Böke - Apr 20, 2026
The international hit musical Tina – The Tina Turner Musical has landed in Switzerland as part of its recent UK and Ireland tour. In the city where Tina Turner spent her final years, the show gains a striking sense of immediacy. Seamlessly adapted for touring, the production proves it can more than hold its own on the road, delivering gripping storytelling, iconic visuals, and emotionally charged songs. These are performed—on alternating nights—by two outstanding, dramatically astute performers who bring formidable vocal power to this relentlessly demanding role.
by André Böke - Apr 20, 2026
The international hit musical Tina – The Tina Turner Musical has landed in Switzerland as part of its recent UK and Ireland tour. In the city where Tina Turner spent her final years, the show gains a striking sense of immediacy. Seamlessly adapted for touring, the production proves it can more than hold its own on the road, delivering gripping storytelling, iconic visuals, and emotionally charged songs. These are performed—on alternating nights—by two outstanding, dramatically astute performers who bring formidable vocal power to this relentlessly demanding role.
Kyra Sedgwick and More To Star in THE DEMAND OF AVARICE as Part of Cherry Lane Alternative Relaunch
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026
Cherry Lane Alternative is relaunching with The Tongues reading series, featuring a staged reading of The Demand of Avarice, written by Matthew McLachlan, directed by David Zayas Jr., and starring Kyra Sedgwick and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026
Cherry Lane Alternative is relaunching with The Tongues reading series, featuring a staged reading of The Demand of Avarice, written by Matthew McLachlan, directed by David Zayas Jr., and starring Kyra Sedgwick and more.
Review: TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is Simply the Best!
by Shari Barrett - Apr 16, 2026
Darilyn Burtley brings the essence of Tina Turner's stunning stage presence to life!
by Shari Barrett - Apr 16, 2026
Darilyn Burtley brings the essence of Tina Turner's stunning stage presence to life!
Katori Hall's THE MOUNTAINTOP to be Presented at The Warehouse Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
The Mountaintop will be presented at The Warehouse Theatre this spring. The production brings Katori Hall’s acclaimed drama to the stage, reimagining the final night of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
The Mountaintop will be presented at The Warehouse Theatre this spring. The production brings Katori Hall’s acclaimed drama to the stage, reimagining the final night of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life.
Meet the Cast of FALLEN ANGELS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Performances are underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. Meet the cast of Fallen Angels here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Performances are underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. Meet the cast of Fallen Angels here!
THE MOUNTAINTOP Will Come to Tacoma Little Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
TACOMA LITTLE THEATRE will present Katori Hall’s Olivier Award-winning play THE MOUNTAINTOP in Tacoma, WA, continuing its 2025-2026 season. The production will run until May 11, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
TACOMA LITTLE THEATRE will present Katori Hall’s Olivier Award-winning play THE MOUNTAINTOP in Tacoma, WA, continuing its 2025-2026 season. The production will run until May 11, 2026.
Everyman Theatre Reveals 2026/2027 Season Lineup - DIFFERENT WORDS FOR HAPPINESS and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Everyman Theatre has unveiled its 2026/2027 season, featuring a mix of new work and established titles. The lineup includes Ins Choi’s Kim’s Convenience, the world premiere of Katie Kleiger’s Different Words for Happiness and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Everyman Theatre has unveiled its 2026/2027 season, featuring a mix of new work and established titles. The lineup includes Ins Choi’s Kim’s Convenience, the world premiere of Katie Kleiger’s Different Words for Happiness and more.
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Capital One Hall
by Alexander C. Kafka - Mar 23, 2026
The touring production took a while to find its musical footing but eventually found its diva swagger.
by Alexander C. Kafka - Mar 23, 2026
The touring production took a while to find its musical footing but eventually found its diva swagger.
Stages Reveals 2026-27 Season - COME FROM AWAY, THE ROOMMATE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026
Stages has revealed its 2026–27 season, a selection of beloved musicals, award-winning dramas and comedies, and bold contemporary works that celebrate the power of storytelling and community.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026
Stages has revealed its 2026–27 season, a selection of beloved musicals, award-winning dramas and comedies, and bold contemporary works that celebrate the power of storytelling and community.
Concord Theatricals Reveals New Executive Hires and Promotions
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Concord Theatricals has announced multiple executive hires and promotions. Promotions include David Geer to Senior Vice President, Publications and Retail; and more.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Concord Theatricals has announced multiple executive hires and promotions. Promotions include David Geer to Senior Vice President, Publications and Retail; and more.
Playhouse on Park to Host Panel Exploring the Humanity of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Playhouse on Park will host a free panel discussion: “The Man Behind the Movement: The Humanity of Faith, Power, and Vulnerability in Public Leadership.” Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Playhouse on Park will host a free panel discussion: “The Man Behind the Movement: The Humanity of Faith, Power, and Vulnerability in Public Leadership.” Learn more here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Katori Hall written?
Katori Hall has written 6 shows including Hoodoo Love (Playwright), The Mountaintop (Playwright), Hurt Village (Playwright), The Hot Wing King (Playwright), Tina (Playwright), The Blood Quilt (Playwright).
What awards has Katori Hall been nominated for?
Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Hot Wing King, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Tina: The Tina Turner Musical and Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for The Mountaintop.
What awards has Katori Hall won?
Katori Hall has won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for The Hot Wing King and the Best New Play at the Olivier Awards for The Mountaintop.
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