Knud Adams
Latest News on Knud Adams:
Bess Wohl, Jen Silverman and More Named as Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize (Nov 24, 2025)
Photos: Anna Chlumsky, Julia Lester and More on the QUEENS Red Carpet (Nov 6, 2025)
Alana Raquel Bowers, Will Cobbs and More to Star in COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE at MCC Theater (Oct 30, 2025)
Bess Wohl, Jen Silverman and More Named as Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize (Nov 24, 2025)
Photos: Anna Chlumsky, Julia Lester and More on the QUEENS Red Carpet (Nov 6, 2025)
Alana Raquel Bowers, Will Cobbs and More to Star in COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE at MCC Theater (Oct 30, 2025)
BIO
KNUD ADAMS is a director of experimental and new plays. His recent productions include Celine Song’s Tom & Eliza (JACK), Max Posner’s Snore (Juilliard) and Gun Logistics (Drama League), Carl Holder’s An Intimate Evening with Typhoid Mary (New Ohio's ICE FACTORY), Eliza Bent’s Asleep at the Wheel (Brooklyn College), Sam Alper’s Loveplay/Playmoney (La MaMa), Torrey Townsend’s A Night Out (site specific), his own concept concert The Highwayman (Ars Nova's ANT FEST) and Nick Jones’ Salome of the Moon (Waterwell). After graduating from Kenyon College, he continued his training by assisting some of the nation's foremost theater artists, including André Gregory, Elizabeth LeCompte, Richard Foreman, Sam Gold, and Sarah Benson. He was a Drama League Directing Fellow, a member of the Soho Rep Writer/Director Lab, and a Playwrights Horizons Directing Resident. www.KnudAdams.com
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2025 - OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A PLAY
Knud Adams, English
Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Direction of a Play
Knud Adams, English
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Play (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Knud Adams, Primary Trust
winner
Obie Awards - 2023 - Special Citation
Knud Adams, English
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Knud Adams, English
Drama League Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Direction of a Play
Knud Adams, English
winner
Obie Awards - 2022 - Special Citation
Knud Adams, English
Videos
Video: Watch Highlights of William Jackson Harper in Roundabout's PRIMARY TRUST
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-06-02 09:07:48
News
Bess Wohl, Jen Silverman and More Named as Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
Photos: Anna Chlumsky, Julia Lester and More on the QUEENS Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of the company on the red carpet.
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of the company on the red carpet.
Alana Raquel Bowers, Will Cobbs and More to Star in COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE at MCC Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025
MCC Theater, Clubbed Thumb, and Page 73 have revealed the cast and creative team for Cold War Choir Practice, a play with music by Ro Reddick and directed by Tony Award nominee Knud Adams.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025
MCC Theater, Clubbed Thumb, and Page 73 have revealed the cast and creative team for Cold War Choir Practice, a play with music by Ro Reddick and directed by Tony Award nominee Knud Adams.
Page 73 Unveils 12 Semifinalists For Its 2026 Playwriting Fellowship
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2025
Page 73 has announced 12 semifinalists for the 2026 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship: Benjamin Benne, Kate Cortesi, Alexa Derman, Ryan Drake, JuCoby Johnson, Aditya Joshi, Chad Kaydo, Adin Lenahan, Dhari Noel, Abigail C. Onwunali, Anike Sonuga, and Mallory Jane Weiss.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2025
Page 73 has announced 12 semifinalists for the 2026 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship: Benjamin Benne, Kate Cortesi, Alexa Derman, Ryan Drake, JuCoby Johnson, Aditya Joshi, Chad Kaydo, Adin Lenahan, Dhari Noel, Abigail C. Onwunali, Anike Sonuga, and Mallory Jane Weiss.
Concord Theatricals Acquires INSPIRED BY TRUE EVENTS By Ryan Spahn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025
Concord Theatricals has acquired Ryan Spahn’s play Inspired by True Events. Learn more about Inspired by True Events, and learn and about Concord Theatricals here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025
Concord Theatricals has acquired Ryan Spahn’s play Inspired by True Events. Learn more about Inspired by True Events, and learn and about Concord Theatricals here!
COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE and BIRTHRIGHT Join MCC Theater 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
MCC Theater has revealed two new plays for their 2025-26 Season. In February 2026, MCC Theater will present Cold War Choir Practice. Learn more about the season here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
MCC Theater has revealed two new plays for their 2025-26 Season. In February 2026, MCC Theater will present Cold War Choir Practice. Learn more about the season here!
Out of the Box Theatrics Will Relocate to Playhouse 46 in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025
Out of the Box Theatrics will relocate to a new permanent home at the theater formerly known as Playhouse 46 starting at the top of 2026. Learn more about the move here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025
Out of the Box Theatrics will relocate to a new permanent home at the theater formerly known as Playhouse 46 starting at the top of 2026. Learn more about the move here!
Cast Set for The New Group's FREE FEST Beginning This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025
The New Group has revealed the cast for the third annual Free Fest. See who is starring in the festival and learn more about the festival's lineup here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025
The New Group has revealed the cast for the third annual Free Fest. See who is starring in the festival and learn more about the festival's lineup here!
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025
Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025
Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
The New Group Unveils Lineup for FREE FEST, A New Work Reading Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025
The New Group has revealed the lineup for Free Fest, now in its third year. Free Fest is The New Group's annual new works festival where bold stories meet big ideas and boundary-defying artists take center stage. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025
The New Group has revealed the lineup for Free Fest, now in its third year. Free Fest is The New Group's annual new works festival where bold stories meet big ideas and boundary-defying artists take center stage. Learn more!
Industry Leaders Show Up in Support at The Drama League's 91st Annual Drama League Awards Luncheon
by James Blinken - May 20, 2025
Under the leadership of Bonnie Comley, Bevin Ross, and Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, the 91st Annual Drama League Awards Luncheon transformed the Ziegfeld Ballroom into a vibrant tribute to the power and artistry of live theater. This iconic event, a mainstay of the Broadway and Off-Broadway calendar, once again honored the past season's most compelling productions and performances—an affirmation of theater’s enduring role in American culture.
by James Blinken - May 20, 2025
Under the leadership of Bonnie Comley, Bevin Ross, and Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, the 91st Annual Drama League Awards Luncheon transformed the Ziegfeld Ballroom into a vibrant tribute to the power and artistry of live theater. This iconic event, a mainstay of the Broadway and Off-Broadway calendar, once again honored the past season's most compelling productions and performances—an affirmation of theater’s enduring role in American culture.
Photos: Inside The 2025 Drama League Awards
by Bruce Glikas - May 19, 2025
The best of Broadway gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom on May 16 to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. Check out photos from the event here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 19, 2025
The best of Broadway gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom on May 16 to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. Check out photos from the event here!
ENGLISH And More Announced At Wallis Annenberg Center For The Performing Arts 2025/2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2025
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills is announcing its 2025-2026 season led by performances of the Los Angeles premiere of the Atlantic Theater Company and Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of English by Sanaz Toossi (April 4 - 24, 2026).
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2025
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills is announcing its 2025-2026 season led by performances of the Los Angeles premiere of the Atlantic Theater Company and Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of English by Sanaz Toossi (April 4 - 24, 2026).
2025 Drama League Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2025
The best of Broadway is gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld is bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who wins!
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2025
The best of Broadway is gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld is bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who wins!
Photos: Meet the 2025 Tony Award Nominees from Plays
by Bruce Glikas - May 9, 2025
The 2025 Tony nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York yesterday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2025 play nominees here.
by Bruce Glikas - May 9, 2025
The 2025 Tony nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York yesterday to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2025 play nominees here.
Review: THE AVES at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Steve Murray - May 9, 2025
Jiehae Park’s World Premiere of her memory play the aves is gorgeously presented with a remarkable scenic design by visual artist Marsha Ginsberg. That the setting, and some fanciful avian puppetry by Erik Sanko becomes the focal point of the play is problematic. The story, set in a number of vignettes, involves two elders (Bill Buell, Mia Katigbak), apparently partners for fifty years, sitting on a park bench having a mundane conversation about pigeons and the weather.
by Steve Murray - May 9, 2025
Jiehae Park’s World Premiere of her memory play the aves is gorgeously presented with a remarkable scenic design by visual artist Marsha Ginsberg. That the setting, and some fanciful avian puppetry by Erik Sanko becomes the focal point of the play is problematic. The story, set in a number of vignettes, involves two elders (Bill Buell, Mia Katigbak), apparently partners for fifty years, sitting on a park bench having a mundane conversation about pigeons and the weather.
HERE LIES LOVE, MAMMA MIA and More Set for Center Theatre Group 2025/2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2025
Center Theatre Group has revealed full slate of eleven productions for the 2025/26 Season, including Here Lies Love, Mamma Mia and more. See the full lineup here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2025
Center Theatre Group has revealed full slate of eleven productions for the 2025/26 Season, including Here Lies Love, Mamma Mia and more. See the full lineup here!
2025 Tony Award Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 1, 2025
The 78th Annual Tony Awards nominations were announced by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce and here they are... celebrating the best of the 2024-25 theatre season. Check out the full list of nominees here.
by Nicole Rosky - May 1, 2025
The 78th Annual Tony Awards nominations were announced by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce and here they are... celebrating the best of the 2024-25 theatre season. Check out the full list of nominees here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Knud Adams been nominated for?
OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A PLAY (Drama League Awards) for English, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for English, Outstanding Direction of a Play (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Primary Trust, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for English, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for English, Outstanding Direction of a Play (Drama League Awards) for English and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for English.
What awards has Knud Adams won?
Knud Adams has won Special Citation awards from the Obie Awards for the production English.
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