Lucy Kirkwood
Latest News on Lucy Kirkwood:
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025 (Jan 5, 2026)
Bess Wohl, Jen Silverman and More Named as Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize (Nov 24, 2025)
Royal Court Theatre Reveals 70th Anniversary Season (Oct 28, 2025)
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025 (Jan 5, 2026)
Bess Wohl, Jen Silverman and More Named as Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize (Nov 24, 2025)
Royal Court Theatre Reveals 70th Anniversary Season (Oct 28, 2025)
BIO
In 2009, her play It Felt Empty When the Heart Went at First but Is Alright Now was produced by Clean Break Theatre Co. at the Arcola Theatre. It was nominated for the Evening Standard Award for Best Newcomer and made Lucy joint winner of the John Whiting Award. NSFW premiered at the Royal Court Theatre in 2012. Chimerica premiered at the Almeida Theatre in 2013 and subsequently transferred to the West End, winning Best New Play at the 2014 Olivier and Evening Standard Awards, the Critics Circle Award and the Susan Smith Blackburn Award. In 2016 The Children premiered at the Royal Court. Mosquitoes, presented by special arrangement with Manhattan Theatre Club, opened at the National Theatre in 2017.
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Play
Lucy Kirkwood, The Children
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Evening Standard Awards - 2013 - Best Play
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Videos
Video: First Look at All New Clips From THE WITCHES at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-11 13:34:57
Video: The Cast of THE WITCHES at the National Theatre Sing 'Get Up!'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-10-17 09:30:11
TV: Hangin' with the Company of THE CHILDREN on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2017-12-13 16:46:43
TV: What's THE CHILDREN All About? The Broadway-Bound Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-11-07 16:03:11
The Bruntwood Prize for Playwriting Announces Workshops Led By Pulitzer Prize Winner, Suzan-Lori Parks
by Christina Mancuso - 2017-02-21 07:08:13
News
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026
In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026
In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.
Bess Wohl, Jen Silverman and More Named as Finalists for The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award- the largest and oldest award recognising women+ writers for plays of outstanding quality written for the English-speaking theatre.
Royal Court Theatre Reveals 70th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025
The announcement details an entire year of programming for 2026, with 12 productions across the venue's two historic stages, alongside new national projects and partnerships to drive investment and ambition for the next decade of new writing in the UK.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025
The announcement details an entire year of programming for 2026, with 12 productions across the venue's two historic stages, alongside new national projects and partnerships to drive investment and ambition for the next decade of new writing in the UK.
OCTET Extended for Ninth Week at Crow’s Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025
Crow’s Theatre, Soulpepper Theatre, and The Musical Stage Company have announced a ninth-week extension of Octet, Dave Malloy’s acclaimed a cappella chamber musical exploring how technology shapes human connection.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025
Crow’s Theatre, Soulpepper Theatre, and The Musical Stage Company have announced a ninth-week extension of Octet, Dave Malloy’s acclaimed a cappella chamber musical exploring how technology shapes human connection.
Focus presenta su temporada 2025-2026
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Sep 5, 2025
La Cubana y Germans de sang encabezan la programación musical del grupo teatral catalán.
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Sep 5, 2025
La Cubana y Germans de sang encabezan la programación musical del grupo teatral catalán.
Harlequin Productions Unveils its Landmark 35th Season
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2025
Harlequin Productions’ 2026 Season was revealed on Saturday, August 9, at Harlequin’s Annual Gala and 2026 Season Announcement at the State Theater in downtown Olympia. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2025
Harlequin Productions’ 2026 Season was revealed on Saturday, August 9, at Harlequin’s Annual Gala and 2026 Season Announcement at the State Theater in downtown Olympia. We have all of the details here!
(THE) WOMAN Comes to the Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2025
Written by Jane Upton, (the) Woman is based on her experiences as a woman formed in the 90's losing herself in the transition from single woman to motherhood. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2025
Written by Jane Upton, (the) Woman is based on her experiences as a woman formed in the 90's losing herself in the transition from single woman to motherhood. Learn more here!
Dave Malloy's OCTET to be Presented at the Streetcar Crowsnest in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025
At the Streetcar Crowsnest, the 25.26 fall theatre season will launch in September with OCTET by three-time Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025
At the Streetcar Crowsnest, the 25.26 fall theatre season will launch in September with OCTET by three-time Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy. Learn more here!
THE WELKIN To Make Canadian Premiere At Soulpepper Theatre This September
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2025
This September, three of Toronto’s most celebrated theatre companies—Soulpepper Theatre Company, Crow’s Theatre, and The Howland Company—will come together to present the Canadian premiere of THE WELKIN, a bold and blistering courtroom drama by Tony-nominated playwright Lucy Kirkwood. T
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2025
This September, three of Toronto’s most celebrated theatre companies—Soulpepper Theatre Company, Crow’s Theatre, and The Howland Company—will come together to present the Canadian premiere of THE WELKIN, a bold and blistering courtroom drama by Tony-nominated playwright Lucy Kirkwood. T
Clean Break Welcomes First Ever Associate Company and Reveals Writers Under Commission
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2025
Clean Break introduces Nubian CoheARTs as the first ever Associate Company in its history. The relationship will include access to free rehearsal space, training, support from Clean Break’s artistic team, and opportunities to R&D its work with audiences.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2025
Clean Break introduces Nubian CoheARTs as the first ever Associate Company in its history. The relationship will include access to free rehearsal space, training, support from Clean Break’s artistic team, and opportunities to R&D its work with audiences.
Ben Power Joins Wessex Grove As Creative Associate
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2025
Wessex Grove has announced that Ben Power has joined the company in a consulting capacity as Creative Associate. Learn more about Power and his new position here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2025
Wessex Grove has announced that Ben Power has joined the company in a consulting capacity as Creative Associate. Learn more about Power and his new position here.
New Earth Theatre Announces Winner of 2025 Constellation Creatives Drama Student Bursary
by Emmy Rice - Jun 22, 2025
New Earth Theatre has announced that it has awarded the 2025 Constellation Creatives Drama Student Bursary to Sunny Chung from Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
by Emmy Rice - Jun 22, 2025
New Earth Theatre has announced that it has awarded the 2025 Constellation Creatives Drama Student Bursary to Sunny Chung from Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
WAITING FOR GODOT and More Set for The Players’ Ring Theatre 2025"2026 Mainstage Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2025
The Players’ Ring Theatre has announced its 2025–2026 Mainstage season—a vibrant mix of classics, world premieres, and boundary-pushing contemporary plays.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2025
The Players’ Ring Theatre has announced its 2025–2026 Mainstage season—a vibrant mix of classics, world premieres, and boundary-pushing contemporary plays.
13 New Associates Added at New Perspectives
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
New Perspectives has announced the 2025/26 New Associates cohort. 13 artists from across the East Midlands will receive a year-long programme of bespoke support, training and mentorship.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
New Perspectives has announced the 2025/26 New Associates cohort. 13 artists from across the East Midlands will receive a year-long programme of bespoke support, training and mentorship.
THE VEIL World Premiere and More Set for Crow's Theatre 25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
Crow’s Theatre has revealed its 42nd season of programming and revealed an innovative three-year partnership with Soulpepper Theatre that imagines a collaborative and robust vision for the future of theatre in Toronto. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
Crow’s Theatre has revealed its 42nd season of programming and revealed an innovative three-year partnership with Soulpepper Theatre that imagines a collaborative and robust vision for the future of theatre in Toronto. Learn more!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Lucy Kirkwood written?
Lucy Kirkwood has written 3 shows including Beauty and the Beast (Playwright), Chimerica (Playwright), The Welkin (Playwright).
What awards has Lucy Kirkwood been nominated for?
Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Children and Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Chimerica.
What awards has Lucy Kirkwood won?
Lucy Kirkwood won the Best Play award at the Evening Standard Awards for Chimerica.
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