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BIO

Lee Sunday Evans is a two-time Obie Award-winning Director + Choreographer and the Artistic Director of Waterwell.



With Waterwell, she directed The Courtroom, a reenactment of one woman’s deportation proceedings performed entirely from court transcripts arranged by Arian Moayed – this piece was named on The New York Times’ Best Theater of 2019 List. She also led the creation of The Flores Exhibits, a series of videos in which artists, advocates, lawyers and immigrants read testimony of children held in detention facilities at the U.S./Mexico Border. Her work has been seen at BAM, The Public Theater, Lincoln Center, Playwrights Horizons, Steppenwolf, The Atlantic, WP Theater, The Play Company, Juilliard, Baryshnikov Arts Center, Watermill, Sundance Theater Lab, Clubbed Thumb and New Georges among others.

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Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2025]
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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2020]
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[Off-Broadway, 2020]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Lee Sunday Evans, Oratorio For Living Things


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Obie Awards - 2019 - Special Citations

Lee Sunday Evans, Dance Nation


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Obie Awards - 2015 - Special Citations

Lee Sunday Evans A Beautiful Day in November on the Banks of the Greatest of the Great Lakes

News


UNDER THE RADAR Unveils Full 2026 Festival Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025

Under the Radar has unveiled the full lineup of over 30 productions for the festival’s 21st edition. See the full programming lineup here and see how to purchase tickets!
'Made in NY' Fund for New Theatrical Works Launched by NYC Mayor's Office
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and New Georges have created the “Made in NY” Fund for New Theatrical Works. Learn more about the events here.
NYC Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment and New Georges Launch Fund for New Theatrical Works
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2025

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) and New Georges just announced the creation of the “Made in NY” Fund for New Theatrical Works, which will enable artists to fully develop and place new theatrical works in venues across New York City.
Cast Set For Signature Theatre's ORATORIO FOR LIVING THINGS
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2025

Signature Theatre will present Oratorio For Living Things, written by Heather Christian and directed by Lee Sunday Evans. Learn more about the cast for the production here!
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 7/31/2025; Jobs In Communications, Development, and More
by - Jul 31, 2025

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/31/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 7/24/2025; Jobs In Administration, HR, and More
by - Jul 24, 2025

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/24/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Video: Taylor Iman Jones Performs 'Meg Inside Out' in A WRINKLE IN TIME
by Michael Major - Jul 9, 2025

Watch a first look at Taylor Iman Jones as Meg Murry singing 'Meg Inside Out' from the new musical adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time at Arena Stage! Watch the SIX on Broadway alum perform as Meg Murry in the new video.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 1, 2025
by - Jul 1, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Amber Gray, Taylor Iman Jones and More in A WRINKLE IN TIME at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

Arena Stage's new musical adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time has opened! Get a first look at production photos featuring Amber Gray and more here and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review Roundup: A WRINKLE IN TIME Opens at Arena Stage
by Joshua Wright - Jun 30, 2025

Arena Stage's new musical adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time has opened. What did the critics think of the show? Read all the reviews!
Video: 'Mrs Whatsit, Mrs Who and Mrs Which' from A WRINKLE IN TIME at Arena Stage
by Joshua Wright - Jun 30, 2025

Get a first look at Arena Stage's new musical adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time. Directed by two-time Obie Award winner Lee Sunday Evans, A Wrinkle in Time will run June 12 – July 20, 2025, in Arena Stage’s Kreeger Theater.
Review: A WRINKLE IN TIME at Arena Stage
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Jun 30, 2025

While the musical adaptation of 'A Wrinkle in Time' has its flaws, there’s a lot of promise in this initial staging, and the show has the potential to live a long life, bringing this beloved story to new and devoted audiences alike.
Stage Directors And Choreographers Foundation Announces Awardees And Finalist For The Abe Burrows Award
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2025

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), has announced the recipients of this year's Abe Burrows Award for Assistant Directors.
Video: Go Inside A WRINKLE IN TIME Rehearsals at Arena Stage
by Michael Major - Jun 17, 2025

Arena Stage has revealed a first look into rehearsals for their upcoming production of the new musical adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time. The video features Amber Gray, Taylor Iman Jones, and more!
Amber Gray, Taylor Iman Jones and More to Star in A WRINKLE IN TIME at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2025

Arena Stage has revealed the cast and creative team for A Wrinkle in Time, an interstellar world-premiere musical adaptation based on the classic novel by Madeleine L'Engle. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
TLC Musical CRAZYSEXYCOOL, New Adaptations of DAMN YANKEES and PAL JOEY Will Play Arena Stage
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 14, 2025

Arena Stage Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif and Executive Producer Edgar Dobie have just announced the company’s diamond anniversary season. We have all of the details here!
ORATORIO FOR LIVING THINGS Comes to Signature Theatre in the Fall
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2025

Oratorio For Living Things is coming to Signature Theatre this fall. The show is written by Heather Christian and directed by Lee Sunday Evans. Learn more here!
Ars Nova To Honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan At NOVA BALL In April
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025

Ars Nova will honor Founding Artistic Director Jason Eagan at Nova Ball, Ars Nova's annual benefit-turned-party of the season. As recently announced, following over two decades of leadership, Eagan will step down from his role as Artistic Director on June 30, 2025.
Vineyard Theatre Reveals Winners of the Emerging Artists Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2024

Vineyard Theatre has revealed the recipients of the 2024-2025 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award and Colman Domingo Award. Learn more about the award and the recipients!
Photos: SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED Opens At Brooklyn Academy of Music
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2024

Last night, BAM (The Brooklyn Academy of Music) celebrated the Opening Night of the world premiere musical Safety Not Guaranteed, which plays a limited Off-Broadway engagement through October 20 at the BAM Harvey Theater. See photos from inside opening night.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Lee Sunday Evans been nominated for?

Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for Oratorio For Living Things, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Dance Nation and Special Citations (Obie Awards) for A Beautiful Day in November on the Banks of the Greatest of the Great Lakes.

What awards has Lee Sunday Evans won?

Lee Sunday Evans has received Special Citations from the Obie Awards for Dance Nation and for A Beautiful Day in November on the Banks of the Greatest of the Great Lakes.

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