Lanie Robertson
Latest News on Lanie Robertson:
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL to be Presented at MusicalFare (Jan 5, 2026)
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble Announces Award Winners for 4th Annual Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack (Dec 29, 2025)
COME FROM AWAY and More Set for Ivoryton Playhouse 2026 Season (Nov 26, 2025)
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL to be Presented at MusicalFare (Jan 5, 2026)
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble Announces Award Winners for 4th Annual Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack (Dec 29, 2025)
COME FROM AWAY and More Set for Ivoryton Playhouse 2026 Season (Nov 26, 2025)
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- 1993 - Most promising musical theatre librettist
Lanie Robertson
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1987 - Best Off Broadway Book
Lanie Robertson, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill
Videos
VIDEO: First Look at Philadelphia Theatre Company's Production of LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by Alan Henry - 2023-04-12 16:42:00
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for LADY DAY at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - 2023-03-14 17:14:45
VIDEO: On This Day, April 13- Audra McDonald Returns to Broadway in LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-04-13 16:34:40
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL Runs this November at Rep Stage
by BWW News Desk - 2017-10-03 09:54:42
VIDEO: LADY DAY's Audra McDonald Performs 'God Bless The Child' on BBC One
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-07-26 11:52:09
Exclusive: Audra McDonald Gets 'Shooketh'; Talks LADY DAY on Facebook Live
by Alan Henry - 2017-06-27 18:06:55
STAGE TUBE: Audra McDonald Talks the Joys of Playing LADY DAY on MSNBC
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-04-17 16:18:15
TV: Audra McDonald is Billie Holliday! Meet the Company of LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-03-18 10:09:53
TV: It's Puppy Playtime! Audra McDonald Hunts for a LADY DAY Pooch
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-03-12 14:59:48
STAGE TUBE: Andrea Maulella, Andy Prosky and More Talk Penguin Rep's HOW THE WORLD BEGAN
by Stage Tube - 2013-06-29 11:24:59
TV: First Look at Highlights of Porchlight Music Theatre's LADY DAY
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2013-02-06 17:48:36
News
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL to be Presented at MusicalFare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Written by Lanie Robertson and directed by Thembi Duncan, with music direction by George Caldwell, MusicalFare’s 2023 smash-hit returns—this time to the Shea’s Smith Theatre stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Written by Lanie Robertson and directed by Thembi Duncan, with music direction by George Caldwell, MusicalFare’s 2023 smash-hit returns—this time to the Shea’s Smith Theatre stage.
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble Announces Award Winners for 4th Annual Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack
by Gillian Blum - Dec 29, 2025
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble announced the 2025 award recipients for the Fourth Annual Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack, a multi-week curated performing arts festival featuring theatre, music, comedy, and dance.
by Gillian Blum - Dec 29, 2025
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble announced the 2025 award recipients for the Fourth Annual Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack, a multi-week curated performing arts festival featuring theatre, music, comedy, and dance.
COME FROM AWAY and More Set for Ivoryton Playhouse 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025
In 2026, Ivoryton Playhouse will present a very special season, an American celebration to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025
In 2026, Ivoryton Playhouse will present a very special season, an American celebration to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of MURDOCH: THE FINAL INTERVIEW at Theater555
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 30, 2025
Masterworks Theater Company and Eric Krebs Theatrical Management are presenting the world premiere of MURDOCH: The Final Interview, a provocative new American play written by an unnamed source. Check out photos from inside opening night!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 30, 2025
Masterworks Theater Company and Eric Krebs Theatrical Management are presenting the world premiere of MURDOCH: The Final Interview, a provocative new American play written by an unnamed source. Check out photos from inside opening night!
Arvada Center to Present LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities’s Black Box Theatre will turn into an immersive cabaret as it celebrates the music of Billie Holiday with Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, the second production in the Arvada Center’s 2025-2026 season.
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities’s Black Box Theatre will turn into an immersive cabaret as it celebrates the music of Billie Holiday with Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, the second production in the Arvada Center’s 2025-2026 season.
Theatre Communications Group Names 2025 Recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced Seo Yun and Sveta Moroz as the 2025 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim.
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced Seo Yun and Sveta Moroz as the 2025 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim.
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL to Close Stageworks Theatre Season 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
Stageworks Theatre will close its 2024-2025 season with Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill, a powerful play with music that brings the story and songs of legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday to stage. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
Stageworks Theatre will close its 2024-2025 season with Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill, a powerful play with music that brings the story and songs of legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday to stage. Learn more!
Shellen Lubin to Helm Carol Lee Campbell's CHICKS IN HEAVEN at Open Jar Studios
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2025
Director/Writer/Performer and Coach, SHELLEN LUBIN will direct Carol Lee Campbell's new play with music, 'Chicks In Heaven'. Learn more about the industry presentation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2025
Director/Writer/Performer and Coach, SHELLEN LUBIN will direct Carol Lee Campbell's new play with music, 'Chicks In Heaven'. Learn more about the industry presentation.
Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR & GRILL at The Black Theatre Troupe
by Herbert Paine - Mar 30, 2025
See The Black Theatre Troupe's staging of LADY DAY, not just for the music, not just for the history, but to witness a piece of theater that doesn’t just tell a story—it makes you feel every note of it.
by Herbert Paine - Mar 30, 2025
See The Black Theatre Troupe's staging of LADY DAY, not just for the music, not just for the history, but to witness a piece of theater that doesn’t just tell a story—it makes you feel every note of it.
FROZEN, COME FROM AWAY And More Announced for Arvada Center 50th Anniversary Theatre Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2025
The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a 2025-2026 Theatre Season. Get full details on the lineup and more!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2025
The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a 2025-2026 Theatre Season. Get full details on the lineup and more!
Cast Set For LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025
Tracey Conyer Lee will star as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill, a play by Lanie Robertson and featuring the music of Billie Holiday.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025
Tracey Conyer Lee will star as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill, a play by Lanie Robertson and featuring the music of Billie Holiday.
Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL Makes Impressive Return to Merrimack Repertory Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 17, 2025
What did our critic think of LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL at Merrimack Repertory Theatre?
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 17, 2025
What did our critic think of LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL at Merrimack Repertory Theatre?
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Announces Cast For LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024
Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced the cast for LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL, running from October 8-27, 2024 at Copaken Stage, exploring the life and music of Billie Holiday.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024
Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced the cast for LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL, running from October 8-27, 2024 at Copaken Stage, exploring the life and music of Billie Holiday.
THE COLOR PURPLE & More Set for Black Theatre Troupe 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024
Black Theatre Troupe has revealed its 2024-25 lineup, marking its 55th season! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024
Black Theatre Troupe has revealed its 2024-25 lineup, marking its 55th season! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Merrimack Repertory Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024
Merrimack Repertory Theatre has announced its slate of productions for the 2024-2025 season. The 46th season will include seven plays. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024
Merrimack Repertory Theatre has announced its slate of productions for the 2024-2025 season. The 46th season will include seven plays. Learn more about the lineup here!
THE ART OF CARE World Premiere & More Set for Mosaic Theater Company 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024
Mosaic Theater Company is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a season centering iconic artists and new plays. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024
Mosaic Theater Company is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a season centering iconic artists and new plays. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Three New Programs To Make Theater More Family Accessible
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024
Pittsburgh CLO is implementing changes to make theater more accessible for families. Discover how they're removing barriers and promoting inclusivity in the world of Broadway.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024
Pittsburgh CLO is implementing changes to make theater more accessible for families. Discover how they're removing barriers and promoting inclusivity in the world of Broadway.
Playwrights' Arena Honors Denise Blasor, Gregg Daniel, And C. Raul Espinoza At Annual Brunch Gala At LA LGBT Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2024
Join Playwrights' Arena for their Annual Gala on April 28, 2024. Celebrate the art of playwriting and support the development of new plays in this festive event.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2024
Join Playwrights' Arena for their Annual Gala on April 28, 2024. Celebrate the art of playwriting and support the development of new plays in this festive event.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces WEST SIDE STORY And More For 2024 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024
Pittsburgh CLO has your summer mapped out promising an array of captivating productions across the city's Cultural District. Pittsburgh CLO continues their long-standing commitment of creating Broadway caliber shows made by Pittsburgh, for Pittsburgh, and in partnership with Pittsburgh.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024
Pittsburgh CLO has your summer mapped out promising an array of captivating productions across the city's Cultural District. Pittsburgh CLO continues their long-standing commitment of creating Broadway caliber shows made by Pittsburgh, for Pittsburgh, and in partnership with Pittsburgh.
RUSSIAN TROLL FARM Extended At Vineyard Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024
Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy by Obie Award winner Sarah Gancher, will now play until March 3, 2024, at Vineyard Theatre (108 E. 15th Street).
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024
Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy by Obie Award winner Sarah Gancher, will now play until March 3, 2024, at Vineyard Theatre (108 E. 15th Street).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Lanie Robertson written?
Lanie Robertson has written 1 shows including Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill (Bookwriter).
What awards has Lanie Robertson been nominated for?
Most promising musical theatre librettist () for and Best Off Broadway Book (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill.
What awards has Lanie Robertson won?
Lanie Robertson has won the Most Promising Musical Theatre Librettist award for her work on the musical Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill. She also received the Best Off-Broadway Book award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill.
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