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Atlantic Theater Company Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
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[Off-Broadway, 2025]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Regional (US), 2018]
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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Play

Lucas Hnath, A Doll's House, Part 2


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play

Lucas Hnath, The Christians

Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding New Play or Musical

Lucas HnathRed Speedo

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THE 24 HOUR PLAYS NATIONALS Reveals 2026 Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026

The 24 Hour Plays revealed the full company for its Nationals intensive in New York and Los Angeles, featuring emerging actors, directors, playwrights, and more culminating in Off-Broadway productions at Classic Stage.
Spotlight: THE CHRISTIANS at Cinnabar Theater
by BWW Special Offer - Apr 15, 2026

Faith. Conviction. Controversy. The Christians at Cinnabar Theater
The Many Roles of Laurie Metcalf on Stage and Screen
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2026

Laurie Metcalf is back on Broadway! The actress of stage and screen is back in New York, starring in Death of a Salesman. As Metcalf takes her next Broadway bow, we're looking back on some of her many iconic roles.
THE CHRISTIANS To Be Presented At CCBC Catonsville
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026

Community College of Baltimore County will present THE CHRISTIANS by Lucas Hnath Apr. 23–27 at the Center for the Arts, Theatre at CCBC Catonsville, directed by Damon Krometis.
Theater Press Agent David Gersten Passes Away at 67
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026

David Gersten, Vice-President of ATPAM, the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers (IATSE Local 18032), died on Monday, April 6 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
Video: Watch Amber Gray & Harvey Guillén Announce the 2026 Lucille Lortel Awards Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2026

BroadwayWorld is excited to announce that Amber Gray and Harvey Guillén, currently starring on Broadway in The Rocky Horror Show, will announce the nominees for the 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards. Tune in right here at BroadwayWorld tomorrow, April 1 (2pm ET) to watch the announcement live. 
Cinnabar Theater To Present THE CHRISTIANS At Sonoma State University
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2026

Cinnabar Theater will present 'THE CHRISTIANS,' a drama by Lucas Hnath, from April 10-26, 2026, at Warren Theater, Sonoma State University. Directed by Nathan Cummings.
THE CHRISTIANS Comes to Cinnabar Theater in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

Cinnabar Theater will continue its 2026 season with The Christians, a powerful and thought-provoking drama by acclaimed playwright Lucas Hnath. Learn more about the show here!
Review: A DOLL’S HOUSE PART 2 Features Expressive Portrayals from a Cohesive Ensemble
by James Lindhorst - Feb 13, 2026

When Lucas Hnath’s play premiered on Broadway the New York Times and Time Out New York called it “the best play of the season.” It’s an engaging and modern script tackling themes of feminist autonomy and self-determination. Weber’s staging is well-conceived and highly entertaining. Layton, Reed, Doggett, and Coffey all turn in expressive portrayal as a cohesive ensemble.
SOCIETY Theatre Company to Debut ENTANGLED at HERE Arts Center This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2026

SOCIETY Theatre Company will present the world premiere of ENTANGLED: 12 SCENES IN A CIRCLE K OFF THE I-40 IN NEW MEXICO, exploring themes of quantum science and free will, from March 11-29 at HERE Arts Center in New York.
Gamm Theatre to Stage Henrik Ibsen's Classic GHOSTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Gamm will present Henrik Iben's Ghosts in a new adaptation by Gamm Artistic Director Tony Estrella. The playwright's vivid and perhaps most controversial play explores the long-term consequences of keeping secrets and concealing painful truths
New York Theatre Workshop Adds TARTUFFE Final Performance and Special Benefit Event
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop has announced that there will be an added final performance of the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s Tartuffe, by Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath. Learn more here!
Review Roundup: TARTUFFE Returns Off-Broadway Starring Matthew Broderick
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025

Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick returns to the stage as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe in the world premiere production of a new version from playwright Lucas Hnath, Read all of the reviews!
MY JOY IS HEAVY Full Creative Team Announced for New York Theatre Workshop World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop has announced dates and ticket information for the world premiere of My Joy is Heavy, created and performed by Obie Award-winning duo & NYTW Usual Suspects The Bengsons (Hundred Days, The Keep Going Songs), directed by Tony Award winner and NYTW Usual Suspect Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown; Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812).
Top Off-Broadway Shows for December 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. Get into the holiday spirit with a popular adaptation of A Christmas Carol, plus more.
Spotlight on Plays: Winter 2025/26
by Team BWW - Nov 15, 2025

The Fall 2025 season is in full swing, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zaney comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in Winter 2025/26.
Video: Matthew Broderick Recalls PLAZA SUITE Apple Watch Mishap, Talks TARTUFFE Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025

Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick, now in rehearsals for the play Tartuffe, looked back on an onstage mishap that occurred during the run of Broadway's Plaza Suite during a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers. Find out what happened here!
Video: Matthew Broderick Previews NYTW's TARTUFFE on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025

Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick recently joined Live with Kelly and Mark to discuss his latest role as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe. Check out the conversation now.
Spotlight on Plays: November 2025
by Team BWW - Nov 1, 2025

​The Fall 2025 season is in full swing, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zaney comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in November 2025.
TARTUFFE Starring Matthew Broderick and More Extends for Two Additional Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop's world premiere of a new version of Molière’s classic comedy Tartuffe by Tony Award nominee and NYTW Usual Suspect Lucas Hnath will run for an additional two weeks. Learn more about the extension and how to get tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Lucas Hnath written?

Lucas Hnath has written 6 shows including The Christians (Writer), A Doll's House, Part 2 (Playwright), Hillary and Clinton (Playwright), The Thin (Playwright), Dana H (Playwright), A Simulacrum (Co-Playwright).

What awards has Lucas Hnath been nominated for?

Best Play (Tony Awards) for A Doll's House, Part 2, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Christians and Outstanding New Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Red Speedo.

What awards has Lucas Hnath won?

Lucas Hnath has won the Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Christians.

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