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Date of Death: August 03, 2012

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Joan Stein is a producer and theatre executive known for her work on Broadway and Off-Broadway. She was born in Brooklyn, New York and attended Brooklyn College, where she studied English and theatre.
Stein began her career in the theatre industry as a stage manager for the off-Broadway production of "The Fantasticks" in 1960. She went on to work with the New York Shakespeare Festival, where she served as the production stage manager for the original production of "Hair" in 1967.
In 1970, Stein co-founded the Manhattan Theatre Club with Lynne Meadow. The company started as an Off-Off-Broadway theatre and has since become one of the most influential non-profit theatre companies in the country. Under Stein's leadership, the Manhattan Theatre Club has produced several Tony Award-winning productions, including "Proof," "Love! Valour! Compassion!," and "The Tale of the Allergist's Wife."
In addition to her work with the Manhattan Theatre Club, Stein has produced several Broadway productions, including "The Heidi Chronicles," "The Pillowman," and "The Play That Goes Wrong." She has also produced Off-Broadway productions, such as "The Laramie Project" and "The Other Place."
Stein's work in the theatre industry has earned her several awards and honors. In 2000, she received the Robert Whitehead Award for Outstanding Achievement in Commercial Theatre Producing from the Commercial Theater Institute. She was also inducted into the Theater Hall of Fame in 2014.
Most recently, Stein produced the Broadway production of "The Lifespan of a Fact" in 2018, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Cherry Jones, and Bobby Cannavale.

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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Broadway, 2002]
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[Broadway, 1999]
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[Broadway, 1998] [Replacement]
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[Off-Broadway, 1995]
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[Off-Broadway, 1987]
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[Broadway, 1987]
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[Off-Broadway, 1984]
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[Off-Broadway, 1983]
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[Off-Broadway, 1980]
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Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Play

Joan Stein, Side Man

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Play

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MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD Will Stream From Theatre Tuscaloosa This Weekend


Theatre Tuscaloosa will stream Motherhood Out Loud this weekend.

VIDEO: Watch MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD on STARS IN THE HOUSE


Stars in The House continues today (2pm) with Plays In The House: MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD: Conceived by Susan R. Rose and Joan Stein (Jayne Atkinson, Andréa Burns, Saidah Arrika Ekulona, Michael Gill, Justin Guarini and Jane Kaczmarek) and tonight (8pm) for the 85th Annual New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards (Will Arbery, David Byrne, Adam Feldman, Jeremy O. Harris, Michael R. Jackson, Brian Stokes Mitchell, John Mulaney, Deirdre O'Connell, Heidi Schreck and Michael Shannon).

A Classic Theatre Announces May Production MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD


When entrusting the subject of motherhood to a dazzling collection of celebrated American writers, what results is a joyous, moving, hilarious, and altogether thrilling theatrical play. Utterly unpredictable, Motherhood Out Loud shatters traditional notions about parenthood, unveils its inherent comedy and celebrates the deeply personal truths that span and unite generations.

Photo Coverage: Suzan-Lori Parks Honored with 2018 Steinberg Distinguished Playwright Award


Yesterday, December 3, Suzan-Lori Parks was honored with 2018 Steinberg Distinguished Playwright Award.

BWW Review: Dezart's MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD is a Sweet, Funny, Well-Acted Winner.


The final production of Dezart Performs' 10th anniversary season, MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD, is an anthology of sketches and monologues by different writers about the trials and tribulations of motherhood, with a few fatherhood ideas mixed in. The writing is funny and touching, and Susan R. Rose and Joan Stein, who conceived the show, which ran off Broadway, wisely avoided anything truly upsetting. Michael Shaw's expert direction and the charismatic ensemble cast's top-notch performances contribute to a laugh-out-loud, feel good couple of hours, that will have audience members nodding in recognition; director Shaw and all of the cast members successfully deliver the pacing and timing that are key ingredients in a production like this.

Amas Musical Theatre to Honor Jay Binder, Micki Grant & Leonid Poretsky, MD at Spring Benefit Concert


Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer), New York City's award-winning pioneer in diversity and multi-ethnic casting in the performing arts since 1968, will celebrate its 49th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit on Monday, April 2, 2018 at the Baruch Performing Arts Center (East 25th Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenues). Honorary Chair for the event is Tony Award-nominated actor/singer and 2016 Rosie Award-winner Norm Lewis. Two-time Tony Award-nominee Brad Oscar will be Master of Ceremonies for the evening.

Photo Flash: Steven Pasquale, Lena Hall and More Celebrate 2017 Steinberg Honorees Ayad Akhtar and Lucas Hnath


Last night, December 4, The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust awarded playwrights Ayad Akhtar and Lucas Hnath with 2017 Steinberg Playwright Awards. The acclaimed writers were honored at the 10th Annual 'Mimi' Awards that were presented at Lincoln Center Theater. BroadwayWorld has photos from the ceremony below!

MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD Sets Opening at Vagabond Players


The Vagabond Players continues its 101th season with Motherhood Out Loud, opening February 24, and continuing through March 19. Conceived by Susan R. Rose and Joan Stein, and directed by Rikki Howie Lacewell, the script is written by some of the best writers in theatre today: Leslie Ayvazian, Brooke Berman, David Cale, Jessica Goldberg, Beth Henley, Lameece Issaq, Claire LaZebnik, Lisa Loomer, Michele Lowe, Marco Pennette, Theresa Rebeck, Luanne Rice, Annie Weisman, and Cheryl L. West.

THE FULL MONTY, WILLY WONKA and More Set for The Carnegie's 2017-18 Theatre Series


Broadway pizazz, hometown nostalgia, pure imagination, and parenting at its funniest - audiences can expect all this and more during The Carnegie's 2017-18 Theatre Season.

ALL MY SONS, AVENUE Q and More Set for The Vagabond Players' 101st Season


The Vagabond Players is happy to announce its historic 101st consecutive season for 2016-17. 

Vagabond Players Set 2016-17 Season: AVENUE Q, ALL MY SONS & More


The Vagabond Players has announced its historic 101st  consecutive season for 2016-17.  The Vagabonds first opened in 1916 as a  part of the Little Theatre Movement that was sweeping the country at the  time. Whereas most of those theatres eventually closed or went dark for  several seasons, The Vagabonds has produced a season for 101 consecutive  years earning it the title:

ALL MY SONS, AVENUE Q and More Set for The Vagabond Players' 101st Season


The Vagabond Players is happy to announce its historic 101st consecutive season for 2016-17. 

Photo Flash: First Look at Square One Theatre's MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD, Now Playing!


Square One Theatre concludes its 26th Anniversary Season with a rousing three-week celebration of Motherhood Out Loud conceived by Susan R. Rose and Joan Stein and directed by Tom Holehan. Both hilarious and heartbreaking, Motherhood Out Loud takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride of joys, sorrows and perplexities every family shares by having or being a mother. Motherhood Out Loud dares to tell the audience what they weren't told in 'what to expect when you're expecting.'

Square One Theatre Presents MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD in Honor of Mother's Day


MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD, a Joyous, Moving, Hilarious and Thrilling Theatrical Event, Concludes SQUARE ONE THEATRE's 26th Anniversary Season at its NEW Performance Space…Stratford Academy   Who says Mothers should only be acknowledged one-day-a-year? Just four days after Mother's Day (May 8, 2016), Square One Theatre concludes its 26th Anniversary Season with a rousing three-week celebration of Motherhood Out Loud conceived by Susan R. Rose and Joan Stein and directed by Tom Holehan. Both hilarious and heartbreaking, Motherhood Out Loud takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride of joys, sorrows and perplexities every family shares by having or being a mother. Motherhood Out Loud dares to tell the audience what they weren't told in "what to expect when you're expecting."

Square One Theatre to Launch Three-Week Mothers' Day Celebration


Following the nationwide celebration of Mother's Day, Square One Theatre and its cast of Motherhood Out Loudlaunch a rousing three-week long celebration for mothers worldwide. Conceived by Susan R. Rose and Joan Stein and directed by Tom Holehan, Motherhood Out Loud is described as both hilarious and heartbreaking while taking audiences on a rollercoaster ride of joys, sorrows and perplexities every family shares by having or being a mother. Motherhood Out Louddares to tell the audience what they weren't told in 'what to expect when you're expecting.'

Square One Theatre Presents MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD in Honor of Mother's Day


MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD, a Joyous, Moving, Hilarious and Thrilling Theatrical Event, Concludes SQUARE ONE THEATRE's 26th Anniversary Season at its NEW Performance Space…Stratford Academy   Who says Mothers should only be acknowledged one-day-a-year? Just four days after Mother's Day (May 8, 2016), Square One Theatre concludes its 26th Anniversary Season with a rousing three-week celebration of Motherhood Out Loud conceived by Susan R. Rose and Joan Stein and directed by Tom Holehan. Both hilarious and heartbreaking, Motherhood Out Loud takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride of joys, sorrows and perplexities every family shares by having or being a mother. Motherhood Out Loud dares to tell the audience what they weren't told in "what to expect when you're expecting."

BWW Review: Next Act's MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD Celebrates Life's Creation and Future


American's national Mother's Day arrives, Sunday, May 8, and Next Act Theatre presents a heartwarming, poignant and powerful production to close their season at exactly the right time of year titled Motherhood Out Loud. Conceived by Susan R. Rose and Joan Stein, more than a dozen playwrights revisit motherhood through a series of themed vignettes beginning with 'Chapter One: Fast Births' and finishing with 'Chapter Five: Coming Home.' Directed by Milwaukee's acclaimed Laura Gordon, each chapter features four actors--Doug Jarecki, Michelle Lopez-Rios, Deborah Staples and Tami Workentin--who play the numerous mothers/fathers of various ages and stages throughout the evening.

Matrix Theatre to Present MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD!


Last year's staged reading of Motherhood Out Loud was so popular that Matrix Theatre Company has brought it back for four performances over Mother's Day weekend. Performances for this limited engagement run are May 6 - 8, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm and Saturday and Sunday at 3pm at Matrix Theatre located at 2730 Bagley in the heart of southwest Detroit.

Black Comedy DINNER AT HOME BETWEEN DEATHS Opens Tonight at Odyssey Theatre


High finance, family dysfunction, death -- and laughs. The world premiere of DINNER AT HOME BETWEEN DEATHS, a pitch-black comedy by Andrea Lepcio (Looking for the Pony), directed by Stuart Ross (Forever Plaid) and presented by Indie Chi Productions, opens as a guest production at the Odyssey Theatre tonight, April 2.

Black Comedy DINNER AT HOME BETWEEN DEATHS to Play Odyssey Theatre This Spring


High finance, family dysfunction, death -- and laughs. The world premiere of DINNER AT HOME BETWEEN DEATHS, a pitch-black comedy by Andrea Lepcio (Looking for the Pony), directed by Stuart Ross (Forever Plaid) and presented by Indie Chi Productions, opens as a guest production at the Odyssey Theatre on April 2.

Joan Stein FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Joan Stein written?

Joan Stein has written 1 shows including Motherhood Out Loud (Conceiver).

What awards has Joan Stein been nominated for?

Joan Stein has been nominated for the Best Play category at the Tony Awards for two shows. These nominations include Side Man and The Lonesome West.

What awards has Joan Stein won?

Joan Stein has won the Tony Award for Best Play for Side Man.

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