Preston Max Allen Headshot

Preston Max Allen

Get Preston Max Allen Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Preston Max Allen BIO

Preston Max Allen (he/him) is a transgender playwright, composer, and lyricist whose work has been performed at the New Amsterdam Theatre, Signature Theatre, Lincoln Center, Chautauqua Institution, Joe’s Pub, Musical Theatre Factory, and Feinstein’s/54 Below. He conceived and wrote book, music, and lyrics for WE ARE THE TIGERS (album now streaming), AGENT 355 (co-book/dramaturgy by Jessica Kahkoska), and CARRIE 2: THE RAGE, AN UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY (Jeff Nominee, Best New Musical). Additional musical projects with book writer Edward Precht include A VERY NETFL*X CHRISTMAS MUSICAL: NOW STREAMING LIVE! and AMY ADAMS WINS AN OSCAR. Preston's play MODERN GENTLEMAN was featured as part of the 2020 Pride Plays Festival. Preston is an LA Ovation winner for Best Lyrics/Composition (WE ARE THE TIGERS), member of the Ars Nova Play Group (2019/2020), and alum of the BMI Musical Theatre Workshop. Most/best of all, he is father to a perfect cat, Hero @prestonmaxallen

Preston Max Allen Videos

Preston Max Allen News


9th Annual BELTING FOR LIFE Benefit Concert to Take Place at Mercury Theater


Join the 9th annual BELTING FOR LIFE benefit concert, presented by Jeff Award-winning director and HIV+ activist Christopher Pazdernik, supporting the AIDS Foundation Chicago. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Goodspeed to Present New Works at the 18th Annual Festival of New Musicals


Goodspeed Musicals has announced a Festival of New Musicals taking place in January. Stay tuned for exciting new productions and performances!

New Musical LETTERS TO THE PRESIDENT Will Hold Industry Presentation


New American Musical Event, Letters to the President will hold invited industry presentations on December 7th and 8th, 2023, at Open Jar Studios.

SCARLETT DREAMS, A New Play From S. Asher Gelman, Holds Industry Presentation in NYC


Scarlett Dreams, the new play by S. Asher Gelman, held an industry presentation in NYC.

Sara Ramírez, Indya Moore, Lío Mehiel, and More Join Cast for BREAKING THE BINARY THEATRE FESTIVAL


Breaking the Binary Theatre has revealed the initial cast members for the second annual Breaking the Binary Theatre Festival, featuring seven evenings of work fully created and developed by transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ (TNB2S+) theatre artists.

Lucille Lortel Theatre Reveals New Artistic Initiatives and Programming


The Lucille Lortel Theatre has announced several artistic initiatives that further expand the historic theater’s impact on the Off-Broadway community and the field nationally. Learn more about the upcoming programming here!

Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals New Sloan Playwrighting Commissions & Evening of Excerpts at the American Museum of Natural History


The latest recipients have been announced for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.

Breaking the Binary Theatre Unveils 2023 Lineup for BREAKING THE BINARY THEATRE FESTIVAL


Breaking the Binary Theatre has unveiled programming for the second annual Breaking the Binary Theatre Festival: seven evenings of work fully created and developed by transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ (TNB2S+) theatre artists. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

WAM Theatre Announces Cast For Summer FRESH TAKES Play Readings


Producing Artistic Director Kristen van Ginhoven and the WAM Theatre team has announced an exciting ensemble of actors who are performing in the upcoming 2023 Fresh Takes Play Reading Series. The roster features a diverse array of talented performers. For all but one, Fresh Takes 2023 marks their WAM debut. 

The Music Of Melissa Rose Hirsch Comes to 54 Below


CYCLES: The Music of Melissa Rose Hirsch is set to play 54 Below this Friday, June 9th at 9:30pm.

See HANDS ON A HARDBODY Reunion Concert, Jenn Colella, Shaun Cassidy & More at 54 Below in June


This month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Marilyn Maye, Rashad McPherson, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week


Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. 

CYCLES: The Music of Melissa Rose Hirsch Will Play This June at 54 Below


Phoenix Best (Dear Evan Hansen), Marilyn Caserta (SIX), Jerusha Cavazos (The Prom), Daisy Carnelia (The Bad Years), Natalie P. Livingston (REUBEN) Helen J. Shen (The Lonely Few), Carolina Rial (The Voice), Angela Travino (Suffs), and Kuhoo Verma (Murder Mystery 2) join CYCLES: The Music of Melissa Rose Hirsch on June 9, 2023, at 9:30pm. 

Yazbeck & Della Penna's DEAD OUTLAW, LANGSTON IN HARLEM, and More to Play 54 Below in May


Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve and expand the art of the cabaret, honor the music of Broadway, and provide an unparalleled experience to diverse communities.

MAKE 'EM LAUGH Comes to 54 Below in May


54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, presents Make ‘Em Laugh on May 31st, 2023, at 9:30 pm. Join in for a night of humor, silliness, and all-around good times as we celebrate the power of comedy. Featuring original comedy songs, parodies, and impressions, Make ‘Em Laugh will surely leave you rolling on the floor.

Phoenix Best, Marilyn Caserta & More to Star in CYCLES at 54 Below


join CYCLES: The Music of Melissa Rose Hirsch will be presented at 54 Below on June 9, 2023, at 9:30pm. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

CYCLES: THE MUSIC OF MELISSA ROSE HIRSCH Comes to 54 Below in June


Melissa Rose Hirsch (Bradical & The Pink Socks, Charged Thoughts) is no stranger to the 54 Below stage, and is  making her solo debut in CYCLES!

Amanda Jane Cooper, Jelani Remy & More to Lead IN THE TRENCHES: A PARENTING MUSICAL Industry Readings


In The Trenches: A Parenting Musical, with book, music, and lyrics by Graham & Kristina Fuller, will receive industry readings on Friday, March 24th at 11am & 3pm at Ripley Grier Studios.

Melissa Rose Hirsch Joins Erin Kommor in BEGIN TO HOPE This November at 54 Below


Special guest Melissa Rose Hirsch joins Erin Kommor in 'Begin to Hope', November 20th at 54 Below at 9:30pm. 

WATCH: Preston Max Allen & Edward Precht Premiere Music Video From BLAST! A FLAVOR-PACKED MOUNTAIN DEWSICAL


Edward Precht and Preston Max Allen's hard-hitting musical drama expands the Taco Bell Musical Universe by centering around the fast food chain's most popular exclusive drink: Mountain Dew Baja Blast. Watch the music video for 'Baja Ballad' here!

Get Preston Max Allen Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos