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Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Play

Samuel D. Hunter, A Case for the Existence of God

The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Play

Samuel D. Hunter, A Case for the Existence of God

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Play

Samuel D. HunterA Bright New Boise

Obie Awards - 2011 - Playwriting

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André Bishop Will Step Down as Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater

Bishop has served as Producing Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater since July 2013, and first joined the organization as Artistic Director in January 1992.  His departure in June 2025 will coincide with the close of Lincoln Center Theater’s 40th anniversary season.

Review Roundup: Audible Theater's SWING STATE Opens Off-Broadway

Audible Theater’s New York premiere of The Goodman Theatre production of Swing State officially opened on September 17 at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre. Read the reviews for Swing State here!

Signature Theatre Opens Submissions for The Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Residency

Signature Theatre has opened submissions for the Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Residency. Lear more about the Residency!

Page 73 Appoints Dennis Whipple as New Managing Director and Reveals Staff Promotions

Page 73, the renowned theatre company, has recently named Dennis Whipple as their new Managing Director. In addition to this exciting appointment, the company has also announced several staff promotions. Read on to learn more about the latest developments at Page 73.

MOTHERHOUSE Comes to Rivendell Theatre Ensemble This Week

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble will remount the sold-out world premiere run of Motherhouse by RTE Ensemble member Tuckie White. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!

Seven Devils New Play Foundry Welcomes New Leadership Team: Paula Marchiel, Mallory Metoxen, And Adrian Centeno

The Board of Seven Devils New Play Foundry will welcome the Artistic Leadership Team of Paula Marchiel, Mallory Metoxen, and Adrian Centeno, who will take the reins of the company's mission to develop and present new work that embraces the diversity of the American experience following the departure of Producing Artistic Director Jeni Mahoney who is stepping down in September, following 23 years of service.

Danny Burstein, Martyna Majok, Helen Park and More Join Dramatists Guild BroadwayCon Panels - Full Programming Set

Get exclusive access to Broadway legends Danny Burstein, Martyna Majok, Helen Park, and more as they share their insights and experiences in panels at BroadwayCon. Join in for an inside look at the world of theater and learn from the best in the industry.

ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence Names Six Winning Plays to Premiere at The Kennedy Center and Nationwide

Discover the powerful plays by emerging teen writers that tackle the issue of gun violence. ENOUGH! announces the premiere of six winning works at The Kennedy Center and nationwide, showcasing young voices advocating for change. Don't miss this impactful event.

Playwrights' Center & Venturous Theater Fund Reveal 2023�"25 Venturous Playwright Fellowships

Playwrights' Center and Venturous Theater Fund have revealed the 2023-25 Venturous Playwright Fellows: Harmon dot aut, with their play Tornado Tastes Like Aluminum Sting (in partnership with Spectrum Theatre Ensemble and the Contemporary American Theater.

Previews: Dezart Performs Announces THE THANKSGIVING PLAY And More For 2023/2024 Season

Building on an award winning season that saw its acclaimed productions secure 96% capacity, Dezart Performs of Palm Springs (www.dezartperforms.org ) announces its 16th year of fearless, provocative, and inspiring theatre including a Pulitzer Finalist, Drama Critics Circle Award Winner, and a first ever Broadway play written by a Native American.

Work by Dominique Morisseau, Sarah Ruhl & Dave Malloy Set for Signature Theatre Winter/Spring 2024 Season

Signature Theatre has revealed its Winter/Spring 2024 season, with work from resident playwrights Dominique Morisseau, Sarah Ruhl, and Dave Malloy.

SOME LIKE IT HOT, PARADE, and More Take Home 2023 Drama Desk Awards; Full List of Winners!

Winners for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today. Among the big winners were Some Like It Hot, Parade, and more.

Sanaz Toossi, Jamila Woods & More Named Space on Ryder Farm 2023 Residents

SPACE on Ryder Farm, the artist residency program and organic farm located on Ryder Farm in Putnam County, New York announced the residents for the 2023 season.

Seven Devils Playwrights Conference Unveils 2023 Playwrights And Event Lineup

Seven Devils Playwrights Conference returns to McCall, ID with a program of free public events running June 7-17. Now in its 23rd year, the McCall-based Conference brings playwrights and theater artists from around the country together to develop and present new plays by some of the nation's most exciting new voices in partnership with the Alpine Playhouse.

Page 73 to Present NEW PLAY BAKE OFF at 25th Anniversary Gala

Page 73 is bringing together artists within the Page 73 family to participate in its rollicking New Play Bake Off at tonight’s 25th Anniversary Gala.

Review: A BRIGHT NEW BOISE at Iowa Stage

Every once and a while, when a new season is announced, I find a show in the lineup that I can help but anticipate seeing. For me, that happened when Iowa Stage announced they would be doing 'A Bright New Boise' as part of their 2023 season. It wasn't a show I was familiar with, but it was a plot I was going to be able to relate to. That was due to the show taking place at a Hobby Lobby. I have not worked for Hobby Lobby, but I did work retail for a few years, so going in, I was excited to see another look at the retail working experience. What I got was so much more.

MOTHERHOUSE World Premiere Extends Into the Summer at Rivendell Theatre Ensemble

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble is adding performances to the sold-out world premiere run of Motherhouse by RTE Ensemble member Tuckie White, directed by Azar Kazemi. 

Richard Hollman's BACK AND FORTH to Return to Central Park in June

After a run in October 2021, Richard Hollman’s BACK AND FORTH will return to Central Park this summer for a return engagement.

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards

The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed out this evening to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. The Awards were distributed in a ceremony at NYU Skirball hosted by stars of stage and screen: Kevin Cahoon (Tony nominee, 'Shucked'), D'Arcy Carden ('The Thanksgiving Play'), Crystal Lucas-Perry (Tony nominee, 'Ain't No Mo''), Bonnie Milligan (Tony nominee, 'Kimberly Akimbo'), Arian Moayed (Tony nominee, 'A Doll's House'), and Tamara Tunie (The New Group's 'Bernarda's Daughters'). The Lucille Lortel Awards are produced by the Off-Broadway League and Lucille Lortel Theatre, with additional support provided by TDF.

Samuel D. Hunter FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Samuel D. Hunter has written 4 shows including The Whale (Playwright), The Healing (Playwright), Lewiston & Clarkston (Playwright), Greater Clements (Playwright).

Samuel D. Hunter has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He received nominations for Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) and Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for his work on "A Case for the Existence of God". He was also nominated for the John Gassner Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for his play "The Whale". Additionally, he received a nomination for Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) and Playwriting (Obie Awards) for his play "A Bright New Boise".

Samuel D. Hunter has won the Obie Award for Playwriting for his work on the play "A Bright New Boise".

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