Maria Irene Fornes
Birth Place: Havana, CUBA
Latest News on Maria Irene Fornes:
CUL-DE-SAC and HOUSE GYALZ to Receive Staged Readings at La MaMa (May 28, 2026)
COLLIDER FESTIVAL Will Return to Citadel Theatre With Free Play Readings and Workshops (May 20, 2026)
Student Blog: Staying Motivated to Keep Creating (Feb 25, 2026)
CUL-DE-SAC and HOUSE GYALZ to Receive Staged Readings at La MaMa (May 28, 2026)
COLLIDER FESTIVAL Will Return to Citadel Theatre With Free Play Readings and Workshops (May 20, 2026)
Student Blog: Staying Motivated to Keep Creating (Feb 25, 2026)
Productions
Writing
Playwright
Playwright
Bookwriter/Lyricist
Bookwriter/Lyricist
Awards and Nominations
The Pulitzer Prize - 1990 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Maria Irene FornesAnd What of the Night
Videos
TV: Check Out Highlights from the Latest Encores! Endeavor PROMENADE
by Julie Musbach - 2019-07-10 16:00:38
TV: Watch a Sneak Peek of Encores! PROMENADE, with Bryonha Marie Parham, Bonnie Milligan & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-07-03 10:01:00
TV: What Is Encores! PROMENADE All About? We Put the Cast to the Test!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-07-05 15:01:00
TV: New York City's Signature Theatre on Winning the 2014 Regional Theatre Award
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2014-06-08 23:16:54
News
CUL-DE-SAC and HOUSE GYALZ to Receive Staged Readings at La MaMa
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced staged readings of CUL-DE-SAC by Leslie Gauthier and HOUSE GYALZ by Abigail C. Onwunali, this year's Morgan Jenness Experiments in Playwriting Fellows.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced staged readings of CUL-DE-SAC by Leslie Gauthier and HOUSE GYALZ by Abigail C. Onwunali, this year's Morgan Jenness Experiments in Playwriting Fellows.
COLLIDER FESTIVAL Will Return to Citadel Theatre With Free Play Readings and Workshops
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Edmonton's Citadel Theatre will present its COLLIDER FESTIVAL play development showcase, featuring free readings of five new plays and two artist-led playwriting workshops sponsored by Theatre Alberta.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Edmonton's Citadel Theatre will present its COLLIDER FESTIVAL play development showcase, featuring free readings of five new plays and two artist-led playwriting workshops sponsored by Theatre Alberta.
Student Blog: Staying Motivated to Keep Creating
by Student Blogger: Francesca Goodsell - Feb 25, 2026
How can young artists stay motivated to keep pursuing and enhancing their skills? How does being in an academic environment shape our mindset as performers? In this article, I will share my own experience when feeling unmotivated and how I keep going in order to stay on track with my creative goals.
by Student Blogger: Francesca Goodsell - Feb 25, 2026
How can young artists stay motivated to keep pursuing and enhancing their skills? How does being in an academic environment shape our mindset as performers? In this article, I will share my own experience when feeling unmotivated and how I keep going in order to stay on track with my creative goals.
Austin Pendleton To Perform at TNC's Village Halloween Costume Ball
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
Veteran actor, director, and playwright Austin Pendleton will add star power to Theater for the New City's Village Halloween Costume Ball this year, performing songs in the Community Cabaret. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
Veteran actor, director, and playwright Austin Pendleton will add star power to Theater for the New City's Village Halloween Costume Ball this year, performing songs in the Community Cabaret. Learn more!
ANNABEL'S SISTER by George Kolber to Have Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
Annabel’s Sister, a new play by George Kolber, will present two industry readings in New York, directed by Matt Okin. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
Annabel’s Sister, a new play by George Kolber, will present two industry readings in New York, directed by Matt Okin. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Theater For The New City's Village Halloween Costume Ball Returns This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
To celebrate the spookiest night of the year with art, music, and community spirit, Theater for the New City (TNC), 155 First Ave., will host its annual Village Halloween Costume Ball.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
To celebrate the spookiest night of the year with art, music, and community spirit, Theater for the New City (TNC), 155 First Ave., will host its annual Village Halloween Costume Ball.
UNDER THE RADAR 2026 Unveils Programming Highlights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
Under the Radar will return for its 21st edition. Since its reemergence in 2024, Under the Radar has gathered artists, audiences, and theater industry experts around a thrilling array of contemporary performances shaped by fearless experimentation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
Under the Radar will return for its 21st edition. Since its reemergence in 2024, Under the Radar has gathered artists, audiences, and theater industry experts around a thrilling array of contemporary performances shaped by fearless experimentation.
Michael Shannon To Produce Brett Neveu's REVOLUTION Off-Broadway This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025
Revolution, a new play by award-winning playwright Brett Neveu (Eric LaRue, Traitor), will make its New York premiere from May 15 through June 7, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025
Revolution, a new play by award-winning playwright Brett Neveu (Eric LaRue, Traitor), will make its New York premiere from May 15 through June 7, 2025.
Farmhands to Present Site Specific Production of FEFU AND HER FRIENDS by Maria Irene Fornes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2025
Farmhands will present a site specific production of Fefu and Her Friends by Maria Irene Fornes. Directed by Sophie Dushko and staged intimately in a West Village townhouse, the production will run for one weekend only. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2025
Farmhands will present a site specific production of Fefu and Her Friends by Maria Irene Fornes. Directed by Sophie Dushko and staged intimately in a West Village townhouse, the production will run for one weekend only. Learn more!
Edward Albee's THE GOAT Reboots The 'From A To Zoo' Staged Reading Series in Teaneck
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025
In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, Black Box will present a staged reading of Edward Albee's THE GOAT (2002) this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025
In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, Black Box will present a staged reading of Edward Albee's THE GOAT (2002) this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
The Filigree Theatre to Present SUDDENLY, LAST SUMMER in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2024
The Filigree Theatre will present their Sixth Season, 'Masks & Mirrors,' starting with Tennessee Williams' 'Suddenly Last Summer,' running at Factory on Fifth in Austin, Texas. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2024
The Filigree Theatre will present their Sixth Season, 'Masks & Mirrors,' starting with Tennessee Williams' 'Suddenly Last Summer,' running at Factory on Fifth in Austin, Texas. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
TONGS AND BONES SHAKESPEARE Opens Tonight at Theater For The New City
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 1, 2024
Tongs and Bones, Shakespeare: Tempestuous Amusements, Interludes, Noises, and Drollery, written by Bob Shuman and directed by Frank Farrell will run as part of the Dream Up Festival from August 25-September 15, 2024.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 1, 2024
Tongs and Bones, Shakespeare: Tempestuous Amusements, Interludes, Noises, and Drollery, written by Bob Shuman and directed by Frank Farrell will run as part of the Dream Up Festival from August 25-September 15, 2024.
La MaMa to Launch 'Experiments In Playwriting' Fellowships This Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2024
La MaMa is launching a new year-long fellowship for NYC playwrights, offering a residency at the renowned theatre to foster and develop their craft. Learn how to apply!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2024
La MaMa is launching a new year-long fellowship for NYC playwrights, offering a residency at the renowned theatre to foster and develop their craft. Learn how to apply!
PAUL Will Stage a One Night Only Benefit Performance of GOAT RODEO
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024
PAUL, an independent theater company founded earlier this year, is celebrating its inauguration and raising funds for upcoming productions with a free performance of Goat Rodeo, an original devised work, presented as a part of The Dogteam Theatre Project's After Dark series.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024
PAUL, an independent theater company founded earlier this year, is celebrating its inauguration and raising funds for upcoming productions with a free performance of Goat Rodeo, an original devised work, presented as a part of The Dogteam Theatre Project's After Dark series.
Signature Theatre's 2024 Gala to Honor Lila Neugebauer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2024
Signature Theatre's 2024 Gala will honor acclaimed director Lila Neugebauer, celebrating her contributions to the theater community. Learn more about Neugebauer.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2024
Signature Theatre's 2024 Gala will honor acclaimed director Lila Neugebauer, celebrating her contributions to the theater community. Learn more about Neugebauer.
Casts of HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK & More to Perform at New Dramatists Spring Luncheon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
New Dramatists will host its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
New Dramatists will host its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Director Rebecca Aparicio To Receive SDCF's 2024 Barbara Whitman Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 29, 2024
Established by theatrical producer Barbara Whitman in 2021, this award recognizes a woman, trans, or non-binary director who has developed a clear and distinctive artistic voice and demonstrated unique vision in their theatrical work.
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 29, 2024
Established by theatrical producer Barbara Whitman in 2021, this award recognizes a woman, trans, or non-binary director who has developed a clear and distinctive artistic voice and demonstrated unique vision in their theatrical work.
Video: Luis Alfaro & Jon Fosse Deliver International World Theatre Day Message 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024
The Global Theater Initiative is inviting all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 62nd annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2024.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024
The Global Theater Initiative is inviting all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 62nd annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2024.
City Theatre Co-Artistic Director Marc Masterson to Retire at End of Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2024
Co-Artistic Director Marc Masterson will retire from City Theatre at the end of the season. Explore the impact of his departure and what lies ahead for the renowned theater company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2024
Co-Artistic Director Marc Masterson will retire from City Theatre at the end of the season. Explore the impact of his departure and what lies ahead for the renowned theater company.
Ensemble Studio Theatre Announces Casting For Spring Show, LAS BORINQUEÑAS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2024
Ensemble Studio Theatre (EST), The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, the Latinx Playwrights Circle, and Boundless Theatre Company have announced casting and creative team for the world premiere of LAS BORINQUEÑAS by Nelson Diaz-Marcano and directed by Rebecca Aparicio.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2024
Ensemble Studio Theatre (EST), The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, the Latinx Playwrights Circle, and Boundless Theatre Company have announced casting and creative team for the world premiere of LAS BORINQUEÑAS by Nelson Diaz-Marcano and directed by Rebecca Aparicio.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Maria Irene Fornes written?
Maria Irene Fornes has written 4 shows including The Office (Playwright), Promenade (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Lovers and Keepers (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Signature Plays (Playwright).
What awards has Maria Irene Fornes been nominated for?
and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for And What of the Night.
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