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BIO

Martin Platt (Producer Director) A native of Beverly Hills, California. Graduate of Carnegie-Mellon University in Directing (1971). Founding Artistic Director Alabama Shakespeare Festival (1972-1989); General Director, Birmingham Opera Theatre (1989-90); Artistic Director New Mexico Repertory Theatre; Founder/Artistic director Santa Fe Stages International Performing Art Festival. Co-Director Fifth Amendment Ltd (UK) producing over 50 international tours and West End Productions (1991-2001); Directed productions throughout U.S., as well as at the Bienale de Flamenco in Sevilla; Vienna English Theatre; Barbican Center (London); Birmingham Repertory Theatre (UK); Riverside Studios (London); West Yorkshire Playhouse (UK). As a Producer in the West End: LEND ME A TENOR THE MUSICAL, NIXON'S NIXON; GUMBOOTS; A WOMAN IN WAITING. In New York, off-Broadway BEDLAM'S HAMLET AND SAINT JOAN, HERE LIES JENNY, IN THE CONTINUUM, AN OAK TREE, TREASON. On Broadway VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE (Tony, Drama Desk, Drama League, NY Theatre Critics Circle, Outer Critics Circle); upcoming, DAMES AT SEA ON BROADWAY.

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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2013]
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[Off-Broadway, 2004]
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Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Play

Martin Platt, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike

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News


Caroline Bowman, Major Attaway Will Lead THE PARTS I KEEP INSIDE Industry Reading
by Gillian Blum - Oct 20, 2025

The full cast for the JES Theatrical invite-only industry reading of the new musical, THE PARTS I KEEP INSIDE, on October 22 in New York City has been announced.
Caroline Bowman and Major Attaway to Star in THE PARTS I KEEP INSIDE Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025

Caroline Bowman, Major Attaway and more will star in the upcoming industry reading of The Parts I Keep Inside. Learn more about the new musical and the reading here!
TRU to Present 'Where Do You Start: Do Different Countries Offer Different Paths Of Development?'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is celebrating its fifth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday with Where Do You Start: Do Different Countries Offer Different Paths of Development?
Photos: LAST CALL Opens at New World Stages
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025

Last Call, a new play by Peter Danish and directed by Gil Mehmert, has officially opened at New World Stages, Stage 5. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: LAST CALL At New World Stages
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2025

Last Call, a new play by Peter Danish and directed by Gil Mehmert, is currently in performances at New World Stages, Stage 5. Check out photos from the production.
LAST CALL Opens in March at New World Stages
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025

Last Call, a new play by Peter Danish and directed by Gil Mehmert, will begin performances at New World Stages, Stage 5 in March. Learn more about the show here!
Photos: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE At Classic Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024

The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak (Our Class; The Orchard), opens tonight, Monday, November 25 for a limited engagement at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater, Classic Stage Company (136 East 13th Street). Check out photos from the production.
Photos: In Rehearsals for THE MERCHANT OF VENICE with  Richard Topol, T.R. Knight & Alexandra Silber 
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 13, 2024

The cast and creative team of The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak, are getting ready for performances at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater. Check out photos from inside rehearsals!
T.R. Knight Joins THE MERCHANT OF VENICE at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024

Further details and additional cast members have been revealed for The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak, beginning performances at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater, Classic Stage Company. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theater Resources Unlimited Will Host TRU Community Gathering Via Zoom Abroad Perspective: The Potential For International Theater Partnerships
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is now in its fourth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday, having offered to date over 200 conversations and unlimited camaraderie since April 17, 2020. Learn more about the latest event here!
Theater Resources To Host Unlimited Community Gathering- Abroad Perspective: The Potential for International Theater Partnerships
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2024

Join Theater Resources Unlimited's upcoming Zoom event on July 19 to explore the potential for international theater partnerships. Gain insights from experts on fostering global collaborations in the arts.
Theater Resources Unlimited Will Host TRU Community Gathering Via Zoom 'Is Australian Theatre Back To Business As Usual? And What Exactly Is That?'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

TRU hosts their Community Gatherings every Friday at 5pm ET via Zoom, originally presented to explore the creation of art and theater in the time of COVID-19, and now to ensure that these crucial conversations continue going forward as theater reopens. Learn more about the next event here!
Industry Reading Of ONE DAY DOWN Comes To The Dramatists Guild Foundation This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024

Morgan Hogenmiller, Maraika Lumholdt, and Katy Zapanta will present an invite-only industry reading of One Day Down by Samantha Toy Ozeas.
Jill Paice, John Hillner & More to Star in Industry Readings of BRILLIANCE, Based on the life of Frances Farmer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024

Musical Brilliance, LLC, will present private industry readings (by invitation only) of Brilliance, a musical based on the life of Frances Farmer, with book by Lance Lewman, music and lyrics by Lance Lewman & Kristan King, and additional music by Gabriel Kane.
TRU to Present 'It's Better In Britain: An American Perspective On The Development Of New Work'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023

Join Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) for their upcoming Community Gathering via Zoom on 12/15. This week's discussion focuses on the development of new work in Britain from an American perspective.
Theater Resources Unlimited to Present 'Exploring the Nature of Live Performance'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023

Join Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) for their weekly Community Gathering via Zoom on 12/8.
OUR CLASS To Be A Featured Production At Under The Radar Festival 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023

'OUR CLASS' is set to make its New York premiere at BAM as a featured production at the Under the Radar Festival 2024. Don't miss this exciting play!
TRU to Present 'The Ramifications Of The Settlement Of The Writer And Actor Strikes'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023

Join Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) for their weekly Community Gathering on 12/1 via Zoom. This week's discussion will focus on the ramifications of the settlement of the writer and actor strikes. Register now to be part of the conversation.
TRU to Present 'TRU-ly Thankful: A Conversation About Theater (and The World) With The TRU Board'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2023

Join Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) for their weekly Community Gatherings via Zoom, where artists and theater professionals come together to discuss the creation of art and theater in the time of COVID-19. Learn about the key issues in the theater industry today and why theater matters. Register now to receive the Zoom link.
Alexandra Silber, Jack DiFalco & More to Star in OUR CLASS at BAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2023

OUR CLASS, the award-winning play by Polish writer Tadeusz Słobodzianek, will be performed for the first time in New York at Brooklyn Academy of Music. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Martin Platt been nominated for?

and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike .

What awards has Martin Platt won?

Martin Platt won the Tony Award for Best Play for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.

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