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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1938
Stage Manager [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2026]
Writer
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Playwright

Writing

Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Source Material
Source Material
Source Material

Movies

We Live Again
[ 1934 ] writer
Our Town
[ 1940 ] writer
Shadow of a Doubt
[ 1943 ] writer
The Matchmaker
[ 1958 ] writer
Gahim 2: Hurgada
[ 1990 ] writer
Our Town VCHS 2012
[ 2012 ] writer

Awards and Nominations

New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1943 - Best American Play

Thornton WilderThe Skin of Our Teeth


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The Pulitzer Prize - 1943 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Thornton Wilder, The Skin of Our Teeth


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The Pulitzer Prize - 1938 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Thornton Wilder, Our Town

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Photos: THE EMPORIUM Cast in Rehearsals for Off-Broadway Run
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026

Rehearsals are underway for Classic Stage Company’s New York premiere of Thornton Wilder’s final play, The Emporium, adapted and completed by Kirk Lynn and directed by Rob Melrose. Get a first look at the company in rehearsals!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 13, 2026- MOULIN ROUGE! Extends Broadway Run and More
by - Apr 13, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Review: THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY at Westport Community Theatre
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Apr 13, 2026

What did our critic think of THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY at Westport Community Theatre?
Photos: Meet the Cast of THE EMPORIUM at CSC
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 10, 2026

OUR TOWN To Be Presented By Great Canadian Theatre Company For Lawyer Play Fundraiser
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026

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Exclusive: How AMERICAN CLASSIC Brought OUR TOWN to the Screen
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2026

Ahead of the season finale, dive into the making of American Classic with the writers and co-creators, and watch an exclusive clip of Kevin Kline performing from Our Town in the upcoming episode.
THE CRUCIBLE, FOOTLOOSE and More Set for Market House Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026

Market House Theatre in Paducah, KY unveiled its 63rd season, themed 'The Act of Community,' featuring Come From Away, The Crucible, Footloose, and two more productions across the 2026–2027 season.
Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 3, 2026

The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
HELLO, DOLLY! & More Lead Dallas's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026

Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks for Spring 2026 in Dallas!
American Classic’s Theatrical DNA is Its Pedigree
by Howard Sherman - Apr 2, 2026

Nestled quietly in a corner of the MGM+ streamer, a service that rarely gets invoked when the streaming giants are under discussion, lies the answer to anyone who has wondered for the past 20 years, as I have, “Why can’t we have another series like ‘Slings and Arrows?’”
Spotlight on Plays: April 2026
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2026

Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in April 2026.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Spring 2026- A Complete Guide
by Team BWW - Mar 27, 2026

What’s happening Off-Broadway this spring? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this season. Spring 2026 is packed with exciting revivals, new works, and star-powered productions.
Titanique Broadway Cast: Meet Every Star at the St. James
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

Meet the full Titanique Broadway cast! Jim Parsons, Melissa Barrera, Deborah Cox & more bring this Céline Dion-powered musical comedy to the St. James Theatre.
Educational Theatre Foundation Will Present Thornton Wilder Playwriting Scholarship for Students
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2026

The Educational Theatre Foundation, in collaboration with the Wilder Family, has announced the Thornton Wilder Playwriting Scholarship, which will award a $1,500 scholarship to a promising young playwright starting in 2026.
OUR TOWN To Be Presented At Lost Nation Theater In Montpelier
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2026

Lost Nation Theater will present Our Town in Montpelier, Vermont. The Thornton Wilder play will run April 16–26 at City Hall Arts Center. The production features local actors and community members.
OUR TOWN Will Come to Portland Stage in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026

This spring, Portland Stage will bring Thornton Wilder's Our Town to the mainstage. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Wilder's timeless tale of the tiny tragedies and victories of small town life resonates across the ages.
Concord Theatricals Reveals New Executive Hires and Promotions
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

Concord Theatricals has announced multiple executive hires and promotions. Promotions include David Geer to Senior Vice President, Publications and Retail; and more.
The New Rep Will Present THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER and PULLMAN CAR HIAWTHA
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

The New Rep will present a double bill of two inventive one-act plays by Thornton Wilder: The Long Christmas Dinner and Pullman Car Hiawatha. Learn more here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 6, 2026- DOG DAY AFTERNOON Stars Meet the Press and More
by - Mar 6, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 6, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: OUR TOWN, Starring Michael Sheen, Rose Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 5, 2026

Thornton Wilder’s 1938 play, Our Town, marks the first production for Michael Sheen’s Welsh National Theatre. After selling out across Welsh venues, this understated gem of a play moves west to give audiences of the Rose Theatre a chance to see what this exciting new company can do.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Thornton Wilder been in?

Thornton Wilder has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Thornton Wilder been in?

Thornton Wilder has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Thornton Wilder been nominated for?

Thornton Wilder has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for the Best American Play award by the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for his plays "The Skin of Our Teeth." Additionally, he received nominations for the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for Drama for both "The Skin of Our Teeth" and "Our Town."

What awards has Thornton Wilder won?

Thornton Wilder has won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama twice. He won the award for his plays "The Skin of Our Teeth" and "Our Town". Both plays were recognized by the Pulitzer Prize committee for their excellence in the field of drama.

How many shows has Thornton Wilder written?

Thornton Wilder has written 13 shows including The Trumpet Shall Sound (Playwright), The Merchant of Yonkers (Playwright), The Skin of Our Teeth (Playwright), The Matchmaker (Playwright), Plays For Bleecker Street (Playwright), Hello, Dolly! (Source Material), The Matchmaker (Playwright), Wilder, Wilder, Wilder (Playwright), The Skin of Our Teeth (Playwright), Over and Over (Source Material), Our Town (Playwright), The Skin of Our Teeth (Playwright), The Skin of Our Teeth (Source Material).

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