Lillian Hellman
Date of Death: June 30, 1984 (79)
Birth Place: New Orleans, LA, USA
Latest News on Lillian Hellman:
The Inspired Acting Company to Present TALLEY'S FOLLY in December (Nov 6, 2023)
Full Cast Set For Thomas Ostermeier's Production of Ibsen's AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE (Oct 26, 2023)
MADALENA ALBERTO ofrece un concierto en Barcelona (Oct 24, 2023)
The Inspired Acting Company to Present TALLEY'S FOLLY in December (Nov 6, 2023)
Full Cast Set For Thomas Ostermeier's Production of Ibsen's AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE (Oct 26, 2023)
MADALENA ALBERTO ofrece un concierto en Barcelona (Oct 24, 2023)
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Lillian was born in New Orleans, grew up in New Orleans and New York City and attended New York University and Columbia. Her career as a playwright began in 1934 with The Children's Hour, the first of several plays that would bring her international attention and praise, among them The Little Foxes, Watch on the Rhine, Another Part of the Forest, The Autumn Garden and Toys in the Attic. Hellman was twice the recipient of the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for the best play of the year (for Watch on the Rhine and Toys in the Attic). She was also awarded the Gold Medal for Drama from the National Institute of Arts and Letters. In 1972 a definitive edition of all her work for the theatre was published as The Collected Plays. Hellman received the National Book Award for An Unfinished Woman in 1969. She subsequently wrote two additional volumes of autobiography, Pentimento and Scoundrel Time. In the decade before her death in 1984, Hellman divided her time between New York and Martha's Vineyard.
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Lillian Hellman Awards and Nominations
The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Revival
Lillian Hellman, The Little Foxes
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1960 - Best American Play
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Tony Awards - 1960 - Best Play
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1941 - Best American Play
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Lillian Hellman Videos
Video: Laura Linney & Jessica Hecht Are Getting Ready to Return to Broadway in SUMMER, 1976
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 19, 2023
VIDEO: Patti LuPone Shares Memories of Working With Stephen Sondheim and More on LATE NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2021
VIDEO: Keira Knightley Reflects on 15 Years of PRIDE & PREJUDICE on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 16, 2020
BWW TV: Condola Rashad & Company Get Ready for Opening Night of SAINT JOAN
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 10, 2018
VIDEO: Lyric Stage Company of Boston Announces 2018 Season; THE WOLVES, THE LITTLE FOXES, and More!
by Alan Henry - Mar 30, 2018
VIDEO: Roll Call! LITTLE FOXES Stars Laura Linney & Cynthia Nixon Reveal Which Iconic Roles They'd Love to Play
by Caryn Robbins - May 16, 2017
Tony Awards Close-Up: THE LITTLE FOXES' Laura Linney and Cynthia Nixon Prove Two Is Better Than One
by Marissa Sblendorio - May 14, 2017
VIDEO: Laura Linney Explains Origin of Alternating 'LITTLE FOXES' Roles with Co-Star
by Caryn Robbins - May 4, 2017
VIDEO: Cynthia Nixon Talks Alternating Roles in Broadway's THE LITTLE FOXES
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 26, 2017
BWW TV: Cynthia Nixon and Laura Linney Celebrate the Drama of Dual Roles in THE LITTLE FOXES on Opening Night
by TV - Opening Night Special - Apr 20, 2017
BWW TV: Double Trouble- Watch Cynthia Nixon and Laura Linney Perform the Same Scene from THE LITTLE FOXES
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 23, 2017
BWW TV: Watch Highlights of Both Laura Linney & Cynthia Nixon in THE LITTLE FOXES!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 18, 2017
VIDEO: Cynthia Nixon Talks Challenge of Alternating Roles in Broadway's THE LITTLE FOXES
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 14, 2017
New Play Reading Podcast Releases April Episodes with Cast Members from Waitress, Bonnie & Clyde and More!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2017
Lillian Hellman News
The Inspired Acting Company to Present TALLEY'S FOLLY in December
Join The Inspired Acting Company for their captivating production of TALLEY'S FOLLY, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play that explores themes of love, identity, and human connection. Don't miss this unforgettable performance in Walled Lake, MI.
Full Cast Set For Thomas Ostermeier's Production of Ibsen's AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE
FULL CAST ANNOUNCED for Thomas Ostermeier's production of Ibsen's An Enemy of the People. Matt Smith leads an incredible cast in this bold reimagining of a prescient masterpiece. Opening at Duke of York's Theatre in Feb 2024.
MADALENA ALBERTO ofrece un concierto en Barcelona
El próximo 24 de noviembre la estrella del West End londinense Madalena Alberto regresa a Barcelona con un concierto íntimo en el nuevo espacio cultural ENCUENTRO a las 20.00h.
State Theatre Company South Australia Reveals 2024 Season Lineup
An all new line-up comprising new Australian works, a big Broadway hit and a world premiere book adaptation will form State Theatre Company South Australia’s 2024 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Aurora Theatre Company Opens its 32nd Season With BORN WITH TEETH
Aurora Theatre Company opens its 32nd season with Liz Duffy Adams’ Edgerton Award-winning play, BORN WITH TEETH. Aurora Artistic Director Josh Costello (Cyrano, This Much I Know, Eureka Day, The Importance of Being Earnest) directs Dean Linnard and Brady Morales-Woolery in this dangerous and sexy two-hander that pits young Will Shakespeare against the great Kit Marlowe.
MainStage Irving-Las Colinas Season Tickets Now On Sale
After a momentous 50th anniversary season, MainStage Irving-Las Colinas has announced that tickets to the 2023-2024 season are on sale now at the Irving Arts Center Box Office.
THE PORTABLE DOROTHY PARKER Come to Edinburgh Fringe
The year is 1943; the place, a New York City hotel apartment. Dorothy Parker—writer, poet, screenwriter, critic, wit—is not happy. Viking Press is about to publish a collection of Dorothy's poems and short stories, and an editor is about to show up at her door.
World Premiere of EXODUS: THE SHANGHAI JEWS Comes to L.A. Theatre Works
L.A. Theatre Works presents the world premiere of Exodus: The Shanghai Jews, an original, commissioned audio docudrama by Kate McAll.
Previews: THE CHILDREN'S HOUR at Allways Lounge
Two staged readings focusing on women who love women will occur at the Allways Lounge Twilight Room on May 12 at 7 p.m.
SUMMER, 1976, Starring Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht, Extends For An Additional Week
Manhattan Theatre Club (Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director and Barry Grove, Executive Producer)'s world premiere of Summer, 1976 has announced an additional one-week extension. Summer, 1976 will now play through Sunday, June 18 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.
Video: On the Red Carpet for SUMMER, 1976 Opening Night
Check out footage from the opening night red carpet of MTC's Summer, 1976!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of SUMMER, 1976
Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Summer, 1976, opened last night at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!
Review Roundup: Laura Linney & Jessica Hecht Star In SUMMER, 1976 On Broadway
Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Summer, 1976, opens tonight at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Read reviews for the production!
SUMMER, 1976 Will Be Recorded For Release on Audible
Manhattan Theatre Club’s world premiere of Summer, 1976 opens tonight on Broadway. The production will be recorded and released on Audible later this year, extending its reach to millions of listeners around the world.
Video: Watch Highlights from SUMMER, 1976 on Broadway
Previews are underway for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Summer, 1976, which has been extended for two weeks through Saturday, June 10 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Watch the cast in action in this video!
SUMMER, 1976 Extended for Two Weeks on Broadway
Manhattan Theatre Club’s world premiere of Summer, 1976 starring Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht, will be extended for two weeks. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Patti LuPone, Sierra Boggess & Sutton Foster to Star in Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl
Patti LuPone will lead a glittering cast of Broadway luminaries for Everybody Rise! A Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl. See how to purchase tickets!
Photos: First Look at Laura Linney & Jessica Hecht in SUMMER, 1976
Previews are now underway for Manhattan Theatre Club’s world premiere of Summer, 1976, running at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). check out photos of the cast in action here!
Mainstage Irving-Las Colinas Reveals 2023-2024 Season: SECRETS, LIES, AND CHAOS
After a momentous 50th anniversary season, MainStage Irving-Las Colinas has announced their 2023-2024 season entitled “Secrets, Lies, and Chaos.” The season will begin with a production of the play Tigers Be Still - MainStage's first produced show at their downtown Irving venue, MainStage 222 - and continue with five productions each running for three weekends at Irving Arts Center – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The 39 Steps, Dear Brutus, Grand Hotel, the Musical, and The Children's Hour.
Arcola Theatre's Grimeborn Opera Festival to Return for 16th Year This Summer
Arcola Theatre has announced the full programme of productions in the 2023 Grimeborn Opera Festival, which is returning for its 16th year.
Lillian Hellman FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Lillian Hellman has written 13 shows including The Children's Hour (Playwright), Days to Come (Playwright), The Little Foxes (Playwright), Watch on the Rhine (Playwright), The Searching Wind (Playwright), Another Part of the Forest (Playwright), Montserrat (Playwright), Regina (Source Material), The Autumn Garden (Playwright), Candide (Bookwriter), Toys in the Attic (Playwright), My Mother, My Father and Me (Playwright), Toys in the Attic (Playwright).
Lillian Hellman has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for Outstanding Revival at The Lortels for "The Little Foxes." She also received nominations for Best American Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for both "Toys in the Attic" and "Watch on the Rhine." Additionally, she was nominated for Best Play at the Tony Awards for "Toys in the Attic."
Lillian Hellman has won several awards for her work in the theater. She received the Best American Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for her plays "Toys in the Attic" and "Watch on the Rhine". These accolades recognize Hellman's exceptional talent and contribution to American theater.
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