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Obie Awards - 2019 - Playwriting Award

Madeleine George, Hurricane Diane


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - John Gassner Award

Madeleine George, The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence

The Pulitzer Prize - 2014 - Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Madeleine George, The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence

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Previews: COME FROM AWAY Launches Dezart Performs’ Season 19
by Kay Kudukis - Jun 18, 2026

Dezart Performs’ launches its 2026-2027 Season with the Tony Award-winning musical COME FROM AWAY, featuring book, music and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, running November 18-December 6, 2026. The season launch coincides with the completion of Phase Two of the adaptive re-use transformation of its Palm Springs home from a former church into the Dezart Playhouse at 605 S. Riverside Drive, Palm Springs.  
Cast Set for Red Bull Theater's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026

Red Bull Theater has revealed the cast for their annual Short New Play Festival 2026 to be held at Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Peter Norton Symphony Space in June.
Berkeley Repertory Theatre Reveals 2026 Participants for The Ground Floor
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2026

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the Summer Residency Lab participants of The Ground Floor: Berkeley Rep’s Center for the Creation and Development of New Work.
Review: HURRICANE DIANE at Big Idea Theatre
by Courtney Symes - Jun 13, 2026

Big Idea Theatre is a lot like Forrest Gump’s box of chocolates, in the best way. You never know what you’re going to get. The intention that goes into each season ensures the audience is always enjoying a variety of unique and entertaining experiences. Director Leah Daugherty is kicking off summer and growing weather with Madeleine George’s Hurricane Diane, a darkly comedic nod to environmentalism and sustainability.
Two River Theater Commissions New Works from Joe Iconis and Iraisa Ann Reilly
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026

Two River Theater has announced its latest slate of commissioned artists, including Joe Iconis and Iraisa Ann Reilly, as part of its ongoing investment in new plays and musicals.
SINNERS, THE STUDIO & More Win 2026 Writers Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026

Sinners, The Studio, One Battle After Another, The Pitt, and more were honored at the 78th Annual Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York. Take a look at the full list of nominees and wins here.
Great Canadian Theatre Company Unveils 2026–2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026

The Great Canadian Theatre Company (GCTC) will present an expanded lineup for its 26-27 season, featuring larger-scale productions and a diverse array of artists in Ottawa.
Visual Artist Charisse Pearlina Weston as the 2026 Recipient of the $35,000 Hermitage Greenfield Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026

The Hermitage Artist Retreat, in collaboration with the Philadelphia-based Greenfield Foundation, has announced visual artist Charisse Pearlina Weston as the winner of the 2026 Hermitage Greenfield Prize (HGP).
Submissions Open for Red Bull Theater's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026

Submissions are open for Red Bull Theater's 16th Short New Play Festival 2026- Refinished. Six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year’s theme, “Refinished,” will be selected.
THE LUCKY ONES Will Make New York Premiere at Boomerang Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025

Boomerang Theatre Company will present the New York premiere of THE LUCKY ONES by award-winning playwright Lia Romeo and Katie Birenboim. Learn more here!
Red Bull Theater Unveils Selections for Short New Play Festival 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

Red Bull Theater has revealed the winning selections for Red Bull’s SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2025. Learn more about the festival and see how to attend upcoming performances.
Video: First Rehearsal for HURRICANE DIANE at Hartford Stage
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2025

Hartford Stage has released a first look at rehearsal footage for Hurricane Diane, the final production of its 2024/2025 season. The Obie-winning play runs June 5–29, 2025.
New Comedy HURRICAN DIANE Set To Blow Into Hartford Stage In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2025

Hartford Stage has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Hurricane Diane, Madeleine George's provocative comedy that reimagines Greek mythology in a modern suburban, New Jersey setting.
Manor Mill Playhouse To Present An Evening Of One-Acts
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025

The Manor Mill Playhouse will present their production of One-Acts, featuring An Actor's Nightmare by Christopher During, directed by Vanessa Eskridge; Trifles by Susan Glaspell, directed by Matthew Sean Mitchell; Most Massive Woman Wins by Madeleine George, co-directed by Chloe Brush & Emily Decker.
Hermitage Greenfield Prize Awarded to Rucyl Mills
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025

The Hermitage Artist Retreat has selected sound and music artist Rucyl Mills as the winner of the 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize. Learn more about Mills and the prize here!
Experiments In Opera Presents A Double Bill Of World Premiere SOLOperas
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025

Experiments In Opera has announced the world premiere of SOLOperas, two back-to-back operas written for and inspired by the self-accompanying solo performer.
RED BULL THEATER's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2025 Submissions Now Open
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced that submissions are now open for Red Bull's ANNUAL SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL. Featuring six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year's theme, “Defiance,”
Cambalache Theatre Company Presents First Staged Reading: THE MOST MASSIVE WOMAN WINS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2024

Cambalache Theatre Company will present its first staged reading at La MaMa, The Most Massive Woman Wins by Madeleine George.
Hermitage Announces Playwright Naomi Iizuka as Winner of 2024-2025 Hermitage Major Theater Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2024

Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, has announced that California-based playwright Naomi Iizuka has been selected as the fifth recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award (HMTA).
Hermitage Artist Retreat Adds A Grammy Nominee, A UK Playwright, And More To Fall Line-Up
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024

Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced its fall line-up featuring Grammy nominee Allison Loggins-Hull, UK playwright Nathaniel Martello-White, and more, offering a diverse range of artistic events and performances.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Madeleine George written?

Madeleine George has written 4 shows including Young Playwrights Festival (1993) (Playwright), Young Playwrights Festival (1994) (Playwright), The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence (Playwright), Hurricane Diane (Playwright).

What awards has Madeleine George been nominated for?

Playwriting Award (Obie Awards) for Hurricane Diane, John Gassner Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence and Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence.

What awards has Madeleine George won?

Madeleine George has won several prestigious awards for her work in playwriting. She received the Playwriting Award from the Obie Awards for her play Hurricane Diane. Additionally, she was honored with the John Gassner Award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her work in The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence.

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