Lucas Hnath
Lucas Hnath is an actor, playwright, writer whose BroadwayWorld credits include A Simulacrum, Tartuffe (Hnath), and A Doll's House, Part 2. Awards include Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Christians (2016).
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Play
Lucas Hnath, A Doll's House, Part 2
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play
Lucas Hnath, The Christians
Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding New Play or Musical
Lucas Hnath, Red Speedo
Videos
Video: Matthew Broderick Recalls PLAZA SUITE Apple Watch Mishap, Talks TARTUFFE Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-13 11:23:29
Video: Matthew Broderick Previews NYTW's TARTUFFE on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-12 14:20:29
News
TALK SHOW to Make North American Premiere at A Public Fit
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026
A Public Fit Theatre Company will present the North American premiere of Alistair McDowall's darkly comic family drama about three generations of lonely men struggling to communicate and find connection.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026
A Public Fit Theatre Company will present the North American premiere of Alistair McDowall's darkly comic family drama about three generations of lonely men struggling to communicate and find connection.
Onyekachi Iwu Wins 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2026
Vineyard Theatre named Nigerian American playwright Onyekachi Iwu as the recipient of the 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, which includes a cash prize and yearlong residency.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2026
Vineyard Theatre named Nigerian American playwright Onyekachi Iwu as the recipient of the 2026-2027 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, which includes a cash prize and yearlong residency.
BEYOND WORDS and LUCKY/BIRD Set for Ensemble Studio Theatre 58th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2026
Ensemble Studio Theatre will present the New York premiere of BEYOND WORDS by Laura Maria Censabella and the world premiere of LUCKY/BIRD by Audley Puglisi in its 58th season.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2026
Ensemble Studio Theatre will present the New York premiere of BEYOND WORDS by Laura Maria Censabella and the world premiere of LUCKY/BIRD by Audley Puglisi in its 58th season.
A DOLL'S HOUSE PART 2 to Open at Little Fish Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
Lucas Hnath's Tony-nominated play returns to Redondo Beach, exploring the aftermath of Nora's departure from Ibsen's original. The production stars Tara Donovan, Patrick Vest, Shirley Hatton, and Adrianne Gaor, directed by Stephanie A. Coltrin.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
Lucas Hnath's Tony-nominated play returns to Redondo Beach, exploring the aftermath of Nora's departure from Ibsen's original. The production stars Tara Donovan, Patrick Vest, Shirley Hatton, and Adrianne Gaor, directed by Stephanie A. Coltrin.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
Photos: THE COUNTER to Open at Harbinger Theatre in Albany
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
Harbinger Theatre will present THE COUNTER by Meghan Kennedy at Albany Barn, directed by Patrick White, exploring an unlikely friendship between a diner waitress and a retired firefighter.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
Harbinger Theatre will present THE COUNTER by Meghan Kennedy at Albany Barn, directed by Patrick White, exploring an unlikely friendship between a diner waitress and a retired firefighter.
Review: ISAAC'S EYE at OnStage Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jul 17, 2026
Like the prism at the center of Newton's famous experiments, 'Isaac's Eye' at OnStage Playhouse refracts history into something far more colorful than a simple biography.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jul 17, 2026
Like the prism at the center of Newton's famous experiments, 'Isaac's Eye' at OnStage Playhouse refracts history into something far more colorful than a simple biography.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 16, 2026- DEATH BECOMES HER Tour Casting Announced and More
by - Jul 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jul 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
New Plays From Lucas Hnath, Justin Peck, and More Headline Atlantic Theater Company 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
Atlantic Theater Company has announced its 2026–2027 season, featuring four world premiere works and an Atlantic for Kids New York premiere musical. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
Atlantic Theater Company has announced its 2026–2027 season, featuring four world premiere works and an Atlantic for Kids New York premiere musical. Learn more about the lineup here!
LIZZIE, THE THIN PLACE, and More Set For Salt Lake Acting Company 2026/2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
Salt Lake Acting Company announced its 2026/2027 season, featuring a world premiere, two Utah premieres, and a rock musical, as the company celebrates 55 years of professional theatre in Salt Lake City.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
Salt Lake Acting Company announced its 2026/2027 season, featuring a world premiere, two Utah premieres, and a rock musical, as the company celebrates 55 years of professional theatre in Salt Lake City.
DOLL'S HOUSE PART 2 To Open At Long Beach Playhouse
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 10, 2026
Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House ends with Nora, stifled by her husband Torvald and domestic life, leaving behind her keys and wedding ring, and the sound of a closing door. In Lucas Hnath’s A Doll House, Part 2, Nora is on the other side of that door, 15 years later, knocking to get back in.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 10, 2026
Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House ends with Nora, stifled by her husband Torvald and domestic life, leaving behind her keys and wedding ring, and the sound of a closing door. In Lucas Hnath’s A Doll House, Part 2, Nora is on the other side of that door, 15 years later, knocking to get back in.
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Will Come to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026
Luna Stage and Richard Jordan Productions bring MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY to Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre, inspired by Hannah Arendt's arrest, before transferring to 59E59 Theatre in New York City.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026
Luna Stage and Richard Jordan Productions bring MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY to Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre, inspired by Hannah Arendt's arrest, before transferring to 59E59 Theatre in New York City.
Ensemble Studio Theatre and Alfred P. Sloan Foundation to Award 2026 New Play Commissions
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026
Ensemble Studio Theatre and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation announced ten recipients for their 2026 Science and Technology New Play Commissions, continuing a 25-year program that has developed over 300 plays exploring science.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026
Ensemble Studio Theatre and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation announced ten recipients for their 2026 Science and Technology New Play Commissions, continuing a 25-year program that has developed over 300 plays exploring science.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Lucas Hnath written?
Lucas Hnath has written 7 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), Old Actress (Writer).
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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