Preston Max Allen
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BIO
Preston Max Allen (he/him) is a transgender playwright, composer, and lyricist whose work has been performed at the New Amsterdam Theatre, Signature Theatre, Lincoln Center, Chautauqua Institution, Joe’s Pub, Musical Theatre Factory, and Feinstein’s/54 Below. He conceived and wrote book, music, and lyrics for WE ARE THE TIGERS (album now streaming), AGENT 355 (co-book/dramaturgy by Jessica Kahkoska), and CARRIE 2: THE RAGE, AN UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY (Jeff Nominee, Best New Musical). Additional musical projects with book writer Edward Precht include A VERY NETFL*X CHRISTMAS MUSICAL: NOW STREAMING LIVE! and AMY ADAMS WINS AN OSCAR. Preston's play MODERN GENTLEMAN was featured as part of the 2020 Pride Plays Festival. Preston is an LA Ovation winner for Best Lyrics/Composition (WE ARE THE TIGERS), member of the Ars Nova Play Group (2019/2020), and alum of the BMI Musical Theatre Workshop. Most/best of all, he is father to a perfect cat, Hero @prestonmaxallen
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2026 - John Gassner Award (for a new American play preferably by a new playwright)
Preston Max Allen, Caroline
Videos
Video: Chloë Grace Moretz Calls MCC's CAROLINE the 'Most Rewarding Experience' of Her Career
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-19 15:52:50
TV: Watch Highlights from LATE-NIGHT LEAP DAY BONANZA at Feinstein's/54 Below!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-03-03 15:15:01
Video: Mimi Scardulla Performs "Captain Of The Team" From WE ARE THE TIGERS
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-02-08 20:33:52
VIDEO: 'The Lost Boys' Meet THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW in New Trailer for Vampire Musical Web Series
by BWW News Desk - 2017-10-24 06:03:16
News
WE ARE THE TIGERS Cast Announced for Hayes Theatre Co Production
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2026
Cheers Productions announced the cast for WE ARE THE TIGERS at Hayes Theatre Co in Sydney, led by Brianna Bishop and Olivia Vásquez, with Chiara Assetta making her directorial debut on the cult-hit pop-rock whodunnit musical.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2026
Cheers Productions announced the cast for WE ARE THE TIGERS at Hayes Theatre Co in Sydney, led by Brianna Bishop and Olivia Vásquez, with Chiara Assetta making her directorial debut on the cult-hit pop-rock whodunnit musical.
SCHMIGADOON!, THE BALUSTERS and GIANT Win Top Categories at 2026 Dorian Theater Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics kicked off Pride Month by bestowing Prince Faggot and Ragtime top honors in the group’s fourth annual Dorian Theater Awards.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics kicked off Pride Month by bestowing Prince Faggot and Ragtime top honors in the group’s fourth annual Dorian Theater Awards.
70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2026
The best of the New York City theatre community was at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, the theater award honoring excellence across all of New York City’s theatrical landscape. Check out a full list of winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2026
The best of the New York City theatre community was at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, the theater award honoring excellence across all of New York City’s theatrical landscape. Check out a full list of winners here.
2026 Drama League Awards Winners- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS, LIBERATION Win Big
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
SCHMIGADOON! and THE LOST BOYS Lead 2026 Dorian Award Nominations
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics announced nominations for the 4th annual Dorian Theater Awards, with SCHMIGADOON! earning nine nods and THE LOST BOYS close behind with eight nominations.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics announced nominations for the 4th annual Dorian Theater Awards, with SCHMIGADOON! earning nine nods and THE LOST BOYS close behind with eight nominations.
2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- RAGTIME and SCHMIGADOON! Lead the Pack
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2026
The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2026
The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town, national, and digital news publications, has just announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards. We have the full list.
70th Annual Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026
Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen will announce the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards nominations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. Check out the nominees so far and check back later for teh complete list.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026
Raúl Esparza and Helen J Shen will announce the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards nominations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00AM ET. Check out the nominees so far and check back later for teh complete list.
2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Isa Briones and Sepideh Moafi hosted the live announcement of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!
2026 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
Review: WE ARE THE TIGERS at The Barbershop Theater
by Catherine Burford - Mar 22, 2026
What did our critic think of WE ARE THE TIGERS at The Barbershop Theater?
by Catherine Burford - Mar 22, 2026
What did our critic think of WE ARE THE TIGERS at The Barbershop Theater?
Video: Chloë Grace Moretz Calls MCC's CAROLINE the 'Most Rewarding Experience' of Her Career
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025
During a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers, Chloë Grace Moretz told the host that MCC Theater's Caroline was 'probably the most rewarding experience I've had thus far in my career... and I'm not being hyperbolic.' Check out her interview now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025
During a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers, Chloë Grace Moretz told the host that MCC Theater's Caroline was 'probably the most rewarding experience I've had thus far in my career... and I'm not being hyperbolic.' Check out her interview now.
Review Roundup: MEET THE CARTOZIANS Starring Will Brill, Andrea Martin and More
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025
The critics stopped by Meet the Cartozians at the Irene Diamond Stage at the Pershing Square Signature Center starring Raffi Barsoumian, Will Brill, Andrea Martin, Nael Nacer, Susan Pourfar, and Tamara Sevunts. Read the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025
The critics stopped by Meet the Cartozians at the Irene Diamond Stage at the Pershing Square Signature Center starring Raffi Barsoumian, Will Brill, Andrea Martin, Nael Nacer, Susan Pourfar, and Tamara Sevunts. Read the reviews!
Esther Fallick Will Return to Joe’s Pub With ESTHER UPDATES HER BOOK
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025
Following sold-out performances earlier this year, comedian and cabaret artist Esther Fallick will return to Joe’s Pub with Esther Updates Her Book for two performances only.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025
Following sold-out performances earlier this year, comedian and cabaret artist Esther Fallick will return to Joe’s Pub with Esther Updates Her Book for two performances only.
Linda Eder, Marilyn Maye and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Marilyn Maye and more. See the full weekly lineup here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Marilyn Maye and more. See the full weekly lineup here!
THE RAGE: CARRIE 2, An Unauthorized Musical Parody Comes to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025
Right in time for Halloween, The Rage: Carrie 2, An Unauthorized Musical Parody-based on the very real 1999 cult-classic Carrie sequel-comes screlting back to NYC.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025
Right in time for Halloween, The Rage: Carrie 2, An Unauthorized Musical Parody-based on the very real 1999 cult-classic Carrie sequel-comes screlting back to NYC.
Review Roundup: CAROLINE Opens At MCC Theater Starring Chloë Grace Moretz, Amy Landecker and River Lipe-Smith
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2025
Explore the world premiere of Caroline at MCC Theater, featuring Chloë Grace Moretz. Discover critics' insights on this emotional family drama.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2025
Explore the world premiere of Caroline at MCC Theater, featuring Chloë Grace Moretz. Discover critics' insights on this emotional family drama.
Photos: First Look At CAROLINE At MCC Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2025
Production photos have been released for Caroline, now running at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater. Directed by Tony Award-winner David Cromer, the intimate new play explores fractured family ties and the possibility of redemption across three generations of mothers and daughters.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2025
Production photos have been released for Caroline, now running at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater. Directed by Tony Award-winner David Cromer, the intimate new play explores fractured family ties and the possibility of redemption across three generations of mothers and daughters.
CAROLINE Extended for a Final Time at MCC Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
The World Premiere of Caroline has been extended for a second and final time at MCC Theater. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
The World Premiere of Caroline has been extended for a second and final time at MCC Theater. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.
Photos: CAROLINE Celebrates Opening Night at MCC
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 30, 2025
MCC Theater's World Premiere of Caroline by Preston Max Allen and directed by Tony Award-winner David Cromer just celebrated it opening night at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater. Check out photos from the big night here!
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 30, 2025
MCC Theater's World Premiere of Caroline by Preston Max Allen and directed by Tony Award-winner David Cromer just celebrated it opening night at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater. Check out photos from the big night here!
See Ephraim Sykes, Joy Woods, Adrienne Warren and More at 54 Below in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
In October of 2025, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Joy Woods, Adrienne Warren and more. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
In October of 2025, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Joy Woods, Adrienne Warren and more. Learn more!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Preston Max Allen been nominated for?
and John Gassner Award (for a new American play preferably by a new playwright) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Caroline.
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