Madison Fiedler
Latest News on Madison Fiedler:
Playwrights Realm Reveals 25/26 Cohort of Playwrights (Oct 6, 2025)
Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Cycle 3 Fellows Revealed (Jun 20, 2025)
Williamstown Theatre Festival Reveals Additional Casting, Creatives, and Programming for 2025 Season (Jun 12, 2025)
Playwrights Realm Reveals 25/26 Cohort of Playwrights (Oct 6, 2025)
Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Cycle 3 Fellows Revealed (Jun 20, 2025)
Williamstown Theatre Festival Reveals Additional Casting, Creatives, and Programming for 2025 Season (Jun 12, 2025)
BIO
Madison Fiedler is a playwright from North Carolina. Plays include SPAY (extended-run 2022 world premiere at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 2022 Jeff Award nominee for Best New Work, 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize nominee, 2023 Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award Finalist, 2020 Kilroys List, 2021 Princess Grace Playwriting Fellowship runner-up, 2019 National Showcase of New Plays, Florida Rep’s 2020 PlayLab Festival, 2021 Theatre Lab at FAU, 2019 BoHo Theatre reading), SCREECH OWL (2023 Studio Theatre workshop; 2021 finalist: Playwrights Realm Writing Fellowship, Leah Ryan Fund for Emerging Women Writers, Theater J’s Patty Abramson Prize; semi-finalist: Jewish Plays Project’s Jewish Playwriting Contest, Fault Line Theatre’s Irons in the Fire), IF GOD CAME A CALLIN (Barter Theatre’s Appalachian Festival of Plays & Playwrights), THE INCUBATORS (Westport Country Playhouse’s New Works Initiative), and I TALK TO THE FLOWERS (Skidmore College, University of Kentucky). Recent residencies: Roundabout Theatre Company (2022 & 2023 Space Jam) and Sewanee Writers’ Conference (2021 Romulus Linney Playwriting Scholarship). She is a National New Play Network Affiliated Artist, a member of the Dramatists Guild, and is represented by A3 Artists Agency. BA: Northwestern University. She currently lives in Brooklyn.
News
Playwrights Realm Reveals 25/26 Cohort of Playwrights
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
Playwrights Realm has announced its 25/26 cohort of playwrights! The company received nearly 1,300 submissions to its developmental programs this year, a reminder of the vital importance of programs like these.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
Playwrights Realm has announced its 25/26 cohort of playwrights! The company received nearly 1,300 submissions to its developmental programs this year, a reminder of the vital importance of programs like these.
Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Cycle 3 Fellows Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
The Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Cycle 3 Fellows have been revealed. Learn more bout the New Works Incubator and about the selected playwrights here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
The Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Cycle 3 Fellows have been revealed. Learn more bout the New Works Incubator and about the selected playwrights here.
Williamstown Theatre Festival Reveals Additional Casting, Creatives, and Programming for 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced additional casting, creative team members, and programming for its 71st season (W71), running Thursday, July 17 through Sunday, August 3. Weekend passes and single tickets are available now.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced additional casting, creative team members, and programming for its 71st season (W71), running Thursday, July 17 through Sunday, August 3. Weekend passes and single tickets are available now.
Ars Nova Unveils Lineup For 16th Annual ANT Festival in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024
Discover the lineup for the 16th Annual ANT Fest presented by Ars Nova. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024
Discover the lineup for the 16th Annual ANT Fest presented by Ars Nova. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
BEDLAM Unveils Readings for DO MORE: NEW PLAYS Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2024
Now in its fourth year, Bedlam's DO MORE: NEW PLAYS readings series will return with five new pieces of theater. Learn more about the series!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2024
Now in its fourth year, Bedlam's DO MORE: NEW PLAYS readings series will return with five new pieces of theater. Learn more about the series!
Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre Reveals 2023/2024 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2023
The Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre has unveiled its highly anticipated 2023/2024 season, marking the 40th anniversary of the downtown Indianapolis theatre. With a lineup of exceptional plays and productions from our Cultural Centre Collectives, this season promises to charm audiences and showcase the Cultural Centre's commitment to excellence in the performing arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2023
The Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre has unveiled its highly anticipated 2023/2024 season, marking the 40th anniversary of the downtown Indianapolis theatre. With a lineup of exceptional plays and productions from our Cultural Centre Collectives, this season promises to charm audiences and showcase the Cultural Centre's commitment to excellence in the performing arts.
Christina Anderson Wins 2023 Steinberg/ATCA Award for THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Playwright Christina Anderson has won the 2023 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award for her play the ripple, the wave that carried me home.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Playwright Christina Anderson has won the 2023 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award for her play the ripple, the wave that carried me home.
GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR & More Named as Finalists for 2023 Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2023
The American Theatre Critics Association announced six finalists for the 2023 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award, recognizing the playwrights who produced the best scripts that premiered professionally outside of New York City in 2022.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2023
The American Theatre Critics Association announced six finalists for the 2023 Harold and Mimi Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award, recognizing the playwrights who produced the best scripts that premiered professionally outside of New York City in 2022.
Six Finalists Announced for the 2023 Jewish Playwriting Contest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2023
The Jewish Plays Project has announced the six finalists for the 2023 Jewish Playwriting Contest, the JPP's 12th annual competition celebrating the best in contemporary Jewish playwriting, with the hopes of seeing these plays find world premier productions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2023
The Jewish Plays Project has announced the six finalists for the 2023 Jewish Playwriting Contest, the JPP's 12th annual competition celebrating the best in contemporary Jewish playwriting, with the hopes of seeing these plays find world premier productions.
Westport Country Playhouse's New Works Initiative Stages Reading Of THE INCUBATORS, November 7
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2022
On the evening prior to Election Day, Westport Country Playhouse's New Works Initiative (NWI) will stage the first public reading of a new, dark comedy that explores issues potentially influencing the 2022 vote.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2022
On the evening prior to Election Day, Westport Country Playhouse's New Works Initiative (NWI) will stage the first public reading of a new, dark comedy that explores issues potentially influencing the 2022 vote.
Nominees Announced for 2022 Jeff Awards In Chicago; Drury Lane & Goodman Theatre Lead Nominations
by Team BWW - Aug 24, 2022
Recognizing a strong return to the spotlight over the 2021-2022 Equity theater season, the Joseph Jefferson Awards in Chicago announced its nominations for theater excellence. This year’s nominees include 201 theater artists across 38 categories of excellence in theater production among shows from 43 companies.
by Team BWW - Aug 24, 2022
Recognizing a strong return to the spotlight over the 2021-2022 Equity theater season, the Joseph Jefferson Awards in Chicago announced its nominations for theater excellence. This year’s nominees include 201 theater artists across 38 categories of excellence in theater production among shows from 43 companies.
Equity Jeff Awards Announce 2022 Nominations
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2022
The Joseph Jefferson Awards have announced this year's Equity nominations, including 201 theater artists across 38 categories. The 54th anniversary Equity Jeff Awards will take place October 17, 2022, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, IL.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2022
The Joseph Jefferson Awards have announced this year's Equity nominations, including 201 theater artists across 38 categories. The 54th anniversary Equity Jeff Awards will take place October 17, 2022, at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, IL.
Goodman Theatre Announces Artistic Updates
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2022
With two major revivals on stage helmed by Artistic Collective members—August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean directed by Resident Director Chuck Smith (through February 27) and Manilow Resident Director Mary Zimmerman's The Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci (February 11 – March 20)—the Goodman announces several artistic updates as its 2021/2022 “Homecoming” Season continues.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2022
With two major revivals on stage helmed by Artistic Collective members—August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean directed by Resident Director Chuck Smith (through February 27) and Manilow Resident Director Mary Zimmerman's The Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci (February 11 – March 20)—the Goodman announces several artistic updates as its 2021/2022 “Homecoming” Season continues.
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble Will Perform SPAY Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2022
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at the core, presents the world premiere of SPAY by Madison Fiedler, directed by RTE member Hallie Gordon. SPAY runs March 12 - April 17, 2022 at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 5779 N. Ridge Avenue in Chicago. The press opening is Wednesday, March 23 at 7:00pm
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2022
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble (RTE), Chicago’s only Equity theatre dedicated to producing new work with women at the core, presents the world premiere of SPAY by Madison Fiedler, directed by RTE member Hallie Gordon. SPAY runs March 12 - April 17, 2022 at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, 5779 N. Ridge Avenue in Chicago. The press opening is Wednesday, March 23 at 7:00pm
Maggie Lou Rader To Receive Theater J's 2021 Patty Abramson Jewish Play Prize At December 7th Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2021
Theater J's Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr and Managing Director David Lloyd Olson announce the winner of the 2021 Patty Abramson Jewish Play Prize Maggie Lou Rader with her play The Helpers. The Theater J Patty Abramson Jewish Play Prize awards $3,000 and a stage reading to a promising emerging woman playwright in honor of a new play that celebrates, explores, and/or struggles with the complexities and nuances of the Jewish experience.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2021
Theater J's Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr and Managing Director David Lloyd Olson announce the winner of the 2021 Patty Abramson Jewish Play Prize Maggie Lou Rader with her play The Helpers. The Theater J Patty Abramson Jewish Play Prize awards $3,000 and a stage reading to a promising emerging woman playwright in honor of a new play that celebrates, explores, and/or struggles with the complexities and nuances of the Jewish experience.
Artistic Director Stephen Schellhardt to Exit BoHo Theatre at End of 2021 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2021
BoHo Theatre’s Artistic Director Stephen Schellhardt has announced that he will step down from the position at the end of the 2021 season. Schellhardt first joined the company in 2015 and took over as Artistic Director in 2019.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2021
BoHo Theatre’s Artistic Director Stephen Schellhardt has announced that he will step down from the position at the end of the 2021 season. Schellhardt first joined the company in 2015 and took over as Artistic Director in 2019.
Florida Rep's Virtual PlayLab Closes With All-Star Cast in A SHERLOCK CAROL!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2020
Florida Repertory Theatre's 2020 PlayLab Festival of New Works continues with a reading of 'A Sherlock Carol' by Mark Shanahan on Dec. 10 at 7 PM, and brings together an all-star cast of Broadway veterans, a Tony-nominee, and Florida Rep's ensemble members. The final event of the festival is the Playwrights' Panel discussion held live on Zoom Dec. 11 at 3:30 PM.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2020
Florida Repertory Theatre's 2020 PlayLab Festival of New Works continues with a reading of 'A Sherlock Carol' by Mark Shanahan on Dec. 10 at 7 PM, and brings together an all-star cast of Broadway veterans, a Tony-nominee, and Florida Rep's ensemble members. The final event of the festival is the Playwrights' Panel discussion held live on Zoom Dec. 11 at 3:30 PM.
Florida Rep's 2020 PlayLab Kicks Off November 5 With All-Virtual Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2020
Florida Repertory Theatre's 2020 PlayLab Festival of New Works kicks off Nov. 5th at 7 PM with the virtual reading of 'Spay' by Madison Fiedler, and continues with LIVE virtual readings on Nov. 12, 19, Dec. 3, and 10. The Festival also includes a Playwrights' Panel on Dec. 11 at 3:30 PM, where the festival playwrights talk about their craft and take questions from the audience.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2020
Florida Repertory Theatre's 2020 PlayLab Festival of New Works kicks off Nov. 5th at 7 PM with the virtual reading of 'Spay' by Madison Fiedler, and continues with LIVE virtual readings on Nov. 12, 19, Dec. 3, and 10. The Festival also includes a Playwrights' Panel on Dec. 11 at 3:30 PM, where the festival playwrights talk about their craft and take questions from the audience.
Florida Rep Announces Fall 2020 Virtual Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2020
Florida Rep has announced a whole slate of digital offerings as its Fall 2020 Virtual Season. The fall season includes the Stage@Home Virtual Talkback Series (through Oct. 30), the 2020 Virtual PlayLab Festival (Nov. 5-Dec. 11), and a streaming production of 'Clue' starring the theatre's ensemble of professional actors (Oct. 29-Nov. 1).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2020
Florida Rep has announced a whole slate of digital offerings as its Fall 2020 Virtual Season. The fall season includes the Stage@Home Virtual Talkback Series (through Oct. 30), the 2020 Virtual PlayLab Festival (Nov. 5-Dec. 11), and a streaming production of 'Clue' starring the theatre's ensemble of professional actors (Oct. 29-Nov. 1).
Florida Rep Has Announced the Plays and Playwrights for its 2020 PlayLab FESTIVAL OF NEW WORKS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2020
Florida Repertory Theatre's 2019 PlayLab Festival of New Works kicks off April 30 with readings of six new plays, including one commissioned by Florida Rep for its popular Education Conservatory Program. The Festival also includes a Playwrights' Panel, where the festival playwrights talk about their craft and take questions from the audience.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2020
Florida Repertory Theatre's 2019 PlayLab Festival of New Works kicks off April 30 with readings of six new plays, including one commissioned by Florida Rep for its popular Education Conservatory Program. The Festival also includes a Playwrights' Panel, where the festival playwrights talk about their craft and take questions from the audience.
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