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David Auburn's plays include Proof (Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award®, New York Drama Critics Circle Award), An Upset and Amateurs (EST Marathons) and Skyscraper. Films include The Girl in the Park (writer/director) and The Lake House. Recent directing credits include A Delicate Balance for BTF. His short plays have been collected in the volume “Fifth Planet and Other Plays” (DPS). His work has been published in Harper’s, New England Review, and Guilt and Pleasure; and he was a contributing editor to the Oxford American Writers Thesaurus. A former Guggenheim Fellow, he lives in New York City.

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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2014]
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[Off-Broadway, 2014]
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Writing

Skyscraper
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Summer, 1976
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Proof
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The Columnist
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Lost Lake
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Awards and Nominations


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Best American Play

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

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The Pulitzer Prize - 2001 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

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Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Play

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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Play

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Adrienne Warren to Take Over For Kara Young in PROOF on Broadway Photo
Adrienne Warren to Take Over For Kara Young in PROOF on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026

Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren will join the cast of the first ever Broadway revival of David Auburn’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play Proof in June.
Boise Contemporary Theatre Will Continue 5x5 Reading Series in May Photo
Boise Contemporary Theatre Will Continue 5x5 Reading Series in May
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026

Boise Contemporary Theatre will continue its 5x5 Reading Series in May. The 5x5 Reading Series offers audiences a rare opportunity to engage with new plays in their earliest stages.
THIS IS OUR YOUTH Will Come to the Olive Branch Photo
THIS IS OUR YOUTH Will Come to the Olive Branch
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

Dig Deep Theatre and Theatre Extempore announced a co-production of Kenneth Lonergan's THIS IS OUR YOUTH at The Olive Branch in Valencia, CA — marking the Santa Clarita Valley's first live staging of the acclaimed coming-of-age dramedy.
Video: Ayo Edebiri Has a Tattoo of a Quote From Her PROOF Co-Star Photo
Video: Ayo Edebiri Has a Tattoo of a Quote From Her PROOF Co-Star
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2026

During a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers, Ayo Edebiri talked about her matching tattoo, a line spoken by her Proof co-star Don Cheadle in Ocean's Eleven. Watch the interview now.
16 Theater Books for Your Spring 2026 Reading List Photo
16 Theater Books for Your Spring 2026 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 26, 2026

Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 16 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Spring 2026 reading list.
Video: Why Don Cheadle Doesn't Want to Know Who's in the Audience for PROOF Photo
Video: Why Don Cheadle Doesn't Want to Know Who's in the Audience for PROOF
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026

Acclaimed actor Don Cheadle is making his Broadway debut in Proof, the new revival of David Auburn's play. Watch the actor discuss the play on The Late Show, where he also looked back on his first stage role as Templeton the Rat in a production of Charlotte's Web.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 21, 2026- 2026 Drama League Award Nominees and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 21, 2026- 2026 Drama League Award Nominees and More
by - Apr 21, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
2026 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List Photo
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!
Video: Don Cheadle and Ayo Edebiri Discuss Their Broadway Debuts, Love of Theater on Photo
Video: Don Cheadle and Ayo Edebiri Discuss Their Broadway Debuts, Love of Theater on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 20, 2026

Celebrated actors Don Cheadle and Ayo Edebiri are both making their Broadway debuts in Proof, which opened last week at the Booth Theatre. Watch them speak about the projects during a segment on CBS Sunday Morning.
Video: Inside Opening Night of PROOF with Don Cheadle, Ayo Edebiri & More Photo
Video: Inside Opening Night of PROOF with Don Cheadle, Ayo Edebiri & More
by Luka Vonier - Apr 20, 2026

The best of Broadway was at the Booth Theatre last week, where the first Broadway revival of Proof, David Auburn’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning Proof officially opened. Watch in this video as the cast and creative team walks the red carpet on opening night.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 20, 2026- SCHMIGADOON! First Look and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 20, 2026- SCHMIGADOON! First Look and More
by - Apr 20, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Review Roundup: PROOF Returns to Broadway Starring Ayo Edebiri & Don Cheadle Photo
Review Roundup: PROOF Returns to Broadway Starring Ayo Edebiri & Don Cheadle
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2026

Don Cheadle and Ayo Edebiri make their Broadway debuts in Proof's first-ever revival. See what 17 critics are saying about this Pulitzer-winning play!
Exclusive: First Look at Ayo Edebiri & Don Cheadle in PROOF on Broadway Photo
Exclusive: First Look at Ayo Edebiri & Don Cheadle in PROOF on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 14, 2026

Preview performances are underway for the first Broadway revival of Proof, David Auburn’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive first look at the cast in action here.
Cracking the Equation: Thomas Kail Is Making a PROOF for a New Generation Photo
Cracking the Equation: Thomas Kail Is Making a PROOF for a New Generation
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 5, 2026

Being back on Broadway is never something Thomas Kail takes for granted. As he prepares to bring Proof back to the stage—this time at the Booth Theatre—the Tony-winning director is approaching the beloved play with both reverence and curiosity. Kail is focused on rediscovering what makes the piece resonate, 25 years after its debut. It’s about honoring what came before while opening the door to something new.
Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater Photo
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.
Spotlight on Plays: April 2026 Photo
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.
Character Breakdown: The Cast of PROOF Unpacks Their Roles Photo
Character Breakdown: The Cast of PROOF Unpacks Their Roles
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2026

Rehearsals are officially underway for for the first-ever Broadway revival of David Auburn’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play Proof, directed by Tony Award winner Thomas Kail. Watch in this video as the cast unpacks their roles.
PROOF Launches Digital Lottery and Student Rush Policies Photo
PROOF Launches Digital Lottery and Student Rush Policies
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

Accessibility initiatives, including the digital lottery and student rush policies, have been announced for the Broadway revival of Proof, David Auburn’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning play. Learn more about how to get discount tickets here!
Arizona Theatre Company to Hold General Auditions For 26/27 Season Photo
Arizona Theatre Company to Hold General Auditions For 26/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026

Arizona Theatre Company will hold general auditions for its 2026/2027 season, seeking Equity and Non-Equity actors in Tucson and Tempe. Auditions are scheduled at the Tempe Center for the Arts and at the Temple of Music and Art in Tucson.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 18, 2026- JUST IN TIME and CHICAGO Break Gross Recor Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 18, 2026- JUST IN TIME and CHICAGO Break Gross Records and More
by - Mar 18, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 18, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has David Auburn written?

David Auburn has written 7 shows including Skyscraper (Playwright), Proof (Playwright), tick, tick... BOOM! (Bookwriter), The New York Idea (Adaptation), The Columnist (Playwright), Lost Lake (Playwright), Summer, 1976 (Playwright).

What awards has David Auburn been nominated for?

Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Proof, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Proof , The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Proof, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Proof and Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Proof.

What awards has David Auburn won?

David Auburn has won several prestigious awards, including: - Best American Play from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Proof - John Gassner Playwriting Award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Proof - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Proof - Best Play from the Tony Awards for Proof - Outstanding Play from the Drama Desk Awards for Proof

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