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[Off-Broadway, 1985]
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[Broadway, 1978]
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[Broadway, 1976]
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Writing

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Awards and Nominations


winner
IT Awards - 2013 - Artistic Achievement Award

Richard Foreman


winner
The Lortels - 2012 - Playwrights' Sidewalk Inductee

Richard Foreman


winner
The Hewes Awards - 2003 - Noteworthy/Unusual Effects

Richard ForemanPanic!

Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Richard Foreman, The Threepenny Opera


winner
Obie Awards - 1970 - Citations

Richard ForemanElephant Ship

News


St. Vincent to Join WHAT TO WEAR at BAM; Full Company Set
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

BAM has revealed the full company for What to wear with creative direction by Paul Lazar and Annie-B Parson at the BAM Harvey Theater. St. Vincent is confirmed to join the production as a featured performer.
Target Margin Celebrates Design at DEGENERATE BALL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025

​​​​​​​Target Margin Theater, whose 2025-2026 season, Degenerate Art Now!, is focused on art that is uncertain, challenging, subversive, deviant, and slippery, will celebrate Design at the Degenerate Ball.
Meet the Cast of THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of The Queen of Versailles. Previews begin on October 8. Meet the cast of The Queen of Versailles here and read bios of the show's stars and cast!
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Releases 65 FOR THE 65TH in Honor of Union’s Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025

The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.
La MaMa Names EXPERIMENTS IN PLAYWRITING FELLOWSHIP After The Late Morgan Jenness
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2025

La MaMa ETC has announced it is renaming its Experiments in Playwriting Fellowship the MORGAN JENNESS EXPERIMENTS IN PLAYWRITING FELLOWSHIP after the late, revered dramaturg Morgan Jenness, who died last year following an illustrious career as a champion of young playwrights. 
DAMBUDZO by Nora Chipaumir and More Set for BAM Fall 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2025

BAM has revealed its programming for Fall 2025 and Next Wave…an expansive slate of dance, music, theater, visual art, family events, holiday fare, and more. See full programming and learn more!
Willem Dafoe Warns Against Trump at 2025 Venice Biennale Theater Festival
by Joshua Wright - Mar 27, 2025

Willem Dafoe launched his program for the 2025 Venice Biennale Theater Festival while warning of government interference in the arts under President Trump, including recent leadership changes at the Kennedy Center.
Avant-Garde Theater Legend Richard Foreman Passes Away at 87
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 5, 2025

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Richard Foreman, playwright and founder of the Ontological-Hysteric Theater, passed away in Manhattan on Saturday, January 4 at the age of 87.
La MaMa Adds Performances of Richard Foreman's SUPPOSE BEAUTIFUL MADELINE HARVEY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024

Due to demand, La MaMa has added two additional performances of the world premiere of Suppose Beautiful Madeline Harvey, experimental theater icon Richard Foreman’s first new play in 10 years.
NAYATT SCHOOL REDUX & More Set for The Wooster Group 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2024

The Wooster Group will perform two productions this season at its home base, The Performing Garage. See upcoming programming for 2025 and learn how to purchase tickets.
La MaMa Presents Richard Foreman's SUPPOSE BEAUTIFUL MADELINE HARVEY
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2024

La MaMa will present the world premiere of Suppose Beautiful Madeline Harvey, legendary experimental theater icon Richard Foreman's first new play in 10 years.
I LOVE THAT FOR YOU by Paul Budraitis to be Presented at La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024

La MaMa will present I Love That For You by Paul Budraitis in December. I Love That For You is an intimate solo performance. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Wooster Group to Bring SYMPHONY OF RATS to OZ Arts Nashville
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2024

The Wooster Group, renowned for their innovative theater, will bring their political satire SYMPHONY OF RATS to OZ Arts Nashville, featuring a multimedia exploration of presidential madness. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Theatre Life with Anita Yavich
by Elliot Lanes - Oct 4, 2024

Today’s subject Anita Yavich is currently living her theatre life both locally and on Broadway. Her costume designs can currently be seen in Roundabout Theatre Company’s current production of Yellow Face and starting October 25th her work will be onstage at Kennedy Center in the Opera House with Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of Fidelio. The show runs through November 4th.
REDCAT And The Wooster Group Present SYMPHONY OF RATS West Coast Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2024

REDCAT has announced performances by THE WOOSTER GROUP from Oct. 18-20 and 22-23, featuring a reimagined version of Richard Foreman's 1988 play with a multilayered sound and video score.
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.
New Works By Richard Foreman, Belarus Free Theatre, and More Set For La MaMa's 63rd Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2024

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced its 2024-25 season, which will feature dozens of new works from around the world, including new works by Richard Foreman, Belarus Free Theatre, and more.
OZ Arts Nashville Unveils 12th Season Featuring Artists From Ukraine, South Korea & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024

OZ Arts Nashville's 12th season will feature performances by influential artists from Ukraine, South Korea and more. Learn more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Willem Dafoe Named Artistic Director of the Theatre Department of La Biennale di Venezia
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2024

Willem Dafoe has been named the new Artistic Director of the Theatre Department of La Biennale di Venezia for the two-year term 2025-2026.
Evan Cabnet Appointed Artistic Director of Second Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2024

The Board of Trustees of Second Stage Theater have announced that Evan Cabnet, currently Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater’s LCT3, will be Second Stage Theater’s new Artistic Director.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Richard Foreman written?

Richard Foreman has written 2 shows including Idiot Savant (Playwright), Old Fashioned Prostitutes (A True Romance) (Playwright).

What awards has Richard Foreman been nominated for?

Artistic Achievement Award (IT Awards) for , Playwrights' Sidewalk Inductee (The Lortels), Noteworthy/Unusual Effects (The Hewes Awards) for Panic!, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Threepenny Opera and Citations (Obie Awards) for Elephant Ship.

What awards has Richard Foreman won?

Richard Foreman has received several awards and honors throughout his career. He won the Artistic Achievement Award from the IT Awards. He is also a Playwrights' Sidewalk Inductee recognized by The Lortels. Additionally, he received the Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Award from The Hewes Awards for Panic! and earned Citations from the Obie Awards for Elephant Ship.

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