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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2010]
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Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Sarah Benson, Teeth

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Sarah Benson, Fairview


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Obie Awards - 2009 - Special Citations

Sarah Benson, Blasted

Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Sarah Benson, Blasted

News


Video: Michael R. Jackson Talks Fake Blood in Off-Broadway's TEETH

Teeth, based on the 2007 horror comedy, is playing Off-Broadway and playwright Michael R. Jackson recently visited Sherri Shepherd's daytime talk show to discuss the new musical. Watch the interview now!
GIVE ME CARMELITA TROPICANA! Extends for Final Time at Soho Rep

Soho Rep will present a second and final extension of its highly acclaimed world premiere production of Alina Troyano (aka Carmelita Tropicana) and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Give Me Carmelita Tropicana!. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside TEETH Opening Night at New World Stages

The smash-hit musical TEETH, opened to a star studded, “spooky chic,” sold out crowd at New World Stages in New York City.  Check out photos from the opening here! 
Video: Highlights from TEETH with Alyse Alan Louis, Andy Karl & More

Teeth officially returned to the stage with star studded, “spooky chic,” sold out crowd at New World Stages in New York City. Catch a first look at the cast in action in this video!
Review Roundup: TEETH Opens at New World Stages

TEETH just celebrated its opening night at New World Stages! Based on the screenplay by Mitchell Lichtenstein, TEETH features book and music by Anna K. Jacobs, book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson, direction by Obie Award winner Sarah Benson and choreography by Raja Feather Kelly. 
Photos: TEETH Returns Off-Broadway

TEETH is now playing at New World Stages and we have your first look at the cast in action! Check out photos here.
Photos: TEETH Welcomes Original Film Star Jess Weixler and Jessica Chastain

Jess Weixler and Jessica Chastain recently stopped by the new off-Broadway production of Teeth. Weixler starred as Dawn O'Keefe in the original 2007 film, Teeth, on which the musical is based. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment as they met with the cast backstage. Check out the photos here!
TEETH Off-Broadway to Offer $34 Tickets Through Rush Policy

Anna K. Jacobs and Michael R. Jackson's TEETH, which performances tonight at New World Stages, is launching rush policies! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase discounted tickets.
Meet the Cast of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

Maybe Happy Ending, the new musical starring Darren Criss and Helen J Shen is now in previews on Broadway and we're meeting the cast. Meet the cast of Maybe Happy Ending here!
November At Lincoln Center to Feature U.S. Premiere Of INK, Rubén Blades Series & More

Discover November's lineup at Lincoln Center will feature the U.S. premiere of INK, the Rubén Blades Visionary Artist Series and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: TEETH Gets Ready to Take a Bite Out of New World Stages

In this video, watch as the cast of Teeth gives a very special sneak peek before the start of previews!
Tony Awards Reveal 2025 Nominating Committee

The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced the Nominating Committee for the 2024-2025 Broadway season. Find out who made the list!
What's Opening Off-Broadway in Fall 2024

Check out a full list of what's opening Off-Broadway this fall! Productions will star big names including Neil Patrick Harris, Jane Krakowski, and many more! See what Off-Broadway has to offer and check out BroadwayWorld's complete list.
Photos: Meet the Cast of Anna K. Jacobs and Michael R. Jackson's TEETH

Teeth is coming back! The new musical comedy TEETH is in rehearsals for its upcoming off-Broadway run at New World Stages. Check out photos from a special sneak peek here!
Courtney Bassett, Sydney Parra & More Complete the Cast of TEETH at New World Stages

The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for the new musical comedy TEETH featuring book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson at New World Stages. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire

Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
NY Premieres, US Premieres & More Set for Lincoln Center Fall and Winter Season

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts revealed upcoming presentations throughout the Fall and Winter. Learn more about the season!
FAIRVIEW By Jackie Sibblies Drury Will Play Capital Stage Beginning This Month

The Sacramento Premiere of the Pulitzer Prize Winning play FAIRVIEW by Jackie Sibblies Drury will inaugurate Capital Stage's 20th Anniversary Season and bring the return of Director Anthony D'Juan from August 28 - September 29, 2024.
Soho Rep to Depart its Home & Share Space With Playwrights Horizons

Soho Rep will depart its home at 46 Walker Street, and share space with Playwrights Horizons. Learn more.
Alyse Alan Louis, Andy Karl, and More Set for TEETH at New World Stages

Alyse Alan Louis, Andy Karl, and more have been announced to star in Teeth at New World Stages, beginning previews on October 16th.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Sarah Benson been nominated for?

Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for Teeth, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Fairview, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Blasted and Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Blasted.

What awards has Sarah Benson won?

Sarah Benson has won Special Citations at the Obie Awards for her work on Blasted.

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