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Laurie Woolery

Laurie Woolery is a director, adaptor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Manahatta, The Tempest, and As You Like It. Awards include Obie Awards for As You Like It (2023).

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ManahattaManahatta
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Director
The TempestThe Tempest
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Director
As You Like ItAs You Like It
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Director
As You Like ItAs You Like It
 
[, 2020]
Director
HerculesHercules
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Additional Direction
PromenadePromenade
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Director
As You Like ItAs You Like It
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Adaptor
Director

Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2023 - Special Citation

Laurie Woolery, As You Like It


winner
Obie Awards - 2022 - Special Citation

Laurie Woolery, As You Like It

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59E59 Theaters Unveils Productions for Fall 2026 Season Photo
59E59 Theaters Unveils Productions for Fall 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026

59E59 Theaters has unveiled its Fall 2026 season, featuring a collection of new plays and musicals from Red Bull Theater, No.11 Productions, The Goodwill Theatre, Primary Stages, and Penguin Rep Theatre across 59E59’s three stages. 
GOD'S SPIES, STARSTUFF, and More Lead 59E59 Theaters' Fall 2026 Season Photo
GOD'S SPIES, STARSTUFF, and More Lead 59E59 Theaters' Fall 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2026

59E59 Theaters announced a fall lineup featuring world premieres from Red Bull Theater, No.11 Productions, Penguin Rep, and The Goodwill Theatre, alongside works from resident company Primary Stages.
FANTASMA World Premiere and More Set for Primary Stages 2026/2027 Season Photo
FANTASMA World Premiere and More Set for Primary Stages 2026/2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026

Primary Stages has unveiled its 2026/27 Season at 59E59 Theaters, including the inaugural project in the Primary Stages Studio Series, as well as the launch of their new Flex Pass ticket program.
New Village Arts Executive Artistic Director Kristianne Kurner to Step Down After 25 Photo
New Village Arts Executive Artistic Director Kristianne Kurner to Step Down After 25 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2026

Kristianne Kurner announced she will leave New Village Arts at the end of the 2026–2027 season after 25 years leading the Carlsbad theater company.
Laurie Woolery to Direct REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at Pasadena Playhouse Photo
Laurie Woolery to Direct REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026

Laurie Woolery will direct the first post-Broadway production of Real Women Have Curves: The Musical, playing at Pasadena Playhouse in spring 2027 as the 3rd Mainstage offering of the theatre's 2026-2027 season.
Primary Stages to Present the 2026 Liff Lab Readings Photo
Primary Stages to Present the 2026 Liff Lab Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026

Primary Stages will welcome playwrights Benjamin Benne and Beth Hyland as this year’s Liff Lab recipients. Baby Shower Katie, by Beth Hyland, plus Fantasma, by Benjamin Benne will be presented.
SPARKFEST26 Hosted By Amphibian Stage Announces Programming Photo
SPARKFEST26 Hosted By Amphibian Stage Announces Programming
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 31, 2026

Amphibian Stage has announced the full lineup for SparkFest'26, its annual celebration of live entertainment in Fort Worth's Near Southside. This year, SparkFest proudly shines a spotlight on the Latine community, offering a vibrant array of events.
Sneak Peek of LA GUAGUA 47 Will Be Held at Philadelphia Theatre Company Photo
Sneak Peek of LA GUAGUA 47 Will Be Held at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026

Philadelphia Theatre Company will present a free one-night-only concert reading of LA GUAGUA 47: A PHILADELPHIA MUSICAL, a new work by Alba Martínez, directed by Laurie Woolery, ahead of a planned full production.
Connecticut Repertory Theatre Presents AS YOU LIKE IT Through November 22 Photo
Connecticut Repertory Theatre Presents AS YOU LIKE IT Through November 22
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025

Connecticut Repertory Theatre is presenting AS YOU LIKE IT, the musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. The production, directed and choreographed by Brandon Kelly, will run through November 22 at the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the UConn Storrs campus.
Video: AS YOU LIKE IT Musical Adaptation Gets Midwest Premiere at Writers Theatre Photo
Video: AS YOU LIKE IT Musical Adaptation Gets Midwest Premiere at Writers Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025

Writers Theatre will present the Midwest premiere of As You Like It, a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s pastoral comedy. Watch video highlights from the show!
Connecticut Repertory Theatre Stages Shaina Taub & Laurie Woolery’s AS YOU LIKE IT® Photo
Connecticut Repertory Theatre Stages Shaina Taub & Laurie Woolery’s AS YOU LIKE IT In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025

Connecticut Repertory Theatre continues its 76th season with Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery’s musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s As You Like It, running November 13–22, 2025, at the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the UConn campus.
Oregon Shakespeare Announces Cast for COME FROM AWAY, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, and More Photo
Oregon Shakespeare Announces Cast for COME FROM AWAY, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, and More
by Gillian Blum - Oct 18, 2025

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announced select casing and creative teams for its 2026 season's productions, including A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, COME FROM AWAY, and more.
Dramatists Guild Foundation to Present Work of 2024-2025 Musical Theater and Playwrit Photo
Dramatists Guild Foundation to Present Work of 2024-2025 Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025

The Dramatists Guild Foundation will present selections of work by the 2024-2025 Class of Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows. Learn more and see how to attend.
AS YOU LIKE IT to be Presented at Writers Theatre This Fall Photo
AS YOU LIKE IT to be Presented at Writers Theatre This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025

Writers Theatre will continue its 2025/26 Season with a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, adapted by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. Learn more!
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, NEXT TO NORMAL And More Set for 2025/26 Denver Center Theatre Photo
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, NEXT TO NORMAL And More Set for 2025/26 Denver Center Theatre Company Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2025

Denver Center Theatre Company has announced the 2025/26 season for the regional producing theatre arm of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA).
RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR and More Set for Writers Theatre 2025/26 Season Photo
RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR and More Set for Writers Theatre 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025

Writers Theatre has revealed its 2025/26 season. The five-play season is marked by four productions never seen before in Chicago and two add-on special engagements.  
The Bengsons & More to Receive 2024 Democracy Cycle Commissions Photo
The Bengsons & More to Receive 2024 Democracy Cycle Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2024

The Perelman Performing Arts Center and Civis Foundation (a Galvan Initiatives affiliate) revealed the eight artistic commissions for the inaugural year of The Democracy Cycle, a program which invites artists to explore themes relating to the nature, practice, and experience of democracy. Learn more!
Lineup Set for SOLFEST 2024 Featuring New Work by Anne García-Romero, Phanésia Phar Photo
Lineup Set for SOLFEST 2024 Featuring New Work by Anne García-Romero, Phanésia Pharel & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024

The Sol Project has revealed the complete lineup for the seventh annual SolFest: A Latiné Theater Festival, produced in partnership with Pregones/Puerto Rican Traveling Theater. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Public Works' LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK! AN UNFORGETTABLE DANCE EXPERIENCE Photo
Photos: Public Works' LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK! AN UNFORGETTABLE DANCE EXPERIENCE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024

The Public Theater and its Public Works program produced a massive, city-wide flash mob set to Alicia Keys’ classic “EMPIRE STATE OF MIND”. See photos!
Public Works Presents LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK! An Unforgettable Dance Experience Photo
Public Works Presents LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK! An Unforgettable Dance Experience
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2024

Public Works will present LET'S HEAR IT FOR NEW YORK!, a dynamic dance experience celebrating the spirit and diversity of New York City.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Laurie Woolery been nominated for?

Special Citation (Obie Awards) for As You Like It and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for As You Like It.

What awards has Laurie Woolery won?

Laurie Woolery has won two Special Citations at the Obie Awards for her work on As You Like It.

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