Heidi Schreck
Latest News on Heidi Schreck:
Chloe Radcliffe Brings CHEAT To Ars Nova (Dec 5, 2025)
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards; RAGTIME Leads Best Musical! (Dec 1, 2025)
Heidi Schreck's WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Is Coming To Morristown (Nov 30, 2025)
Chloe Radcliffe Brings CHEAT To Ars Nova (Dec 5, 2025)
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards; RAGTIME Leads Best Musical! (Dec 1, 2025)
Heidi Schreck's WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Is Coming To Morristown (Nov 30, 2025)
BIO
Heidi Schreck is a writer and performer living in Brooklyn. Her play Grand Concourse was a finalist for the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize and winner of the Stacey Mindich Lilly Award. Other plays, including Creature, There Are No More Big Secrets and The Consultant, have been produced by Berkeley Rep, Long Wharf, Page73, Seattle Public Theatre, New Georges, Rattlestick, and more. Heidi has commissions from Atlantic Theatre Company, Manhattan Theatre Club, and South Coast Repertory and has been a writing fellow with the Clare Tow Foundation, Soho Rep and Sundance Theatre Lab. Heidi's television writing includes "I Love Dick," "Billions" and "Nurse Jackie." She is developing a TV series with Amazon based on Patricia Lockwood's Priestdaddy. As an actor: Berkeley Rep, Roundabout, MTC, Playwrights Horizons, Shakespeare in the Park, Clubbed Thumb, Two-Headed Calf, "Nurse Jackie," "Billions," "Law & Order: SVU," "The Good Wife." Winner of two Obies, a Drama Desk, and the Theatre World Award.
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STAGE CREDITS
Writing
Playwright
Additional Credits
The Public Theater, 2013
Luciana
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me
Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award
Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Best American Play
Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me
winner
Obie Awards - 2019 - Best New American Play
Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me
The Pulitzer Prize - 2019 - Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Play
Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me
winner
Obie Awards - 2010 - Performance
Heidi Schreck, Circle Mirror Transformation
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2010 - Performance
Heidi Schreck, Circle Mirror Transformation
winner
Obie Awards - 2008 - Performance
Heidi SchreckDrum Of The Waves Of Horikawa
Videos
Video: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at North Coast Repertory Theatre Trailer
by Stephi Wild - 2025-03-04 06:06:36
Video: First Look at WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Cleveland Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-18 11:15:08
Video: Inside Rehearsals For WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Cleveland Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-09 16:05:36
Video: Kate Baldwin Stars in WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-27 16:29:52
Video: Steve Carell & Company Celebrate Opening Night of UNCLE VANYA
by Joey Mervis - 2024-04-25 14:00:09
Video: First Look at Steve Carell, William Jackson Harper & More in UNCLE VANYA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-04-23 14:25:40
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for UNCLE VANYA with Steve Carell, Alison Pill & More
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-03-07 10:08:45
Video: Get A First Look At TheatreSqaured's WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-31 10:16:58
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer for WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME on Amazon Prime
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-10-05 14:11:08
VIDEO: Watch James Jackson's Obie Award Acceptance Speech For the Creative Team of A STRANGE LOOP
by Stephi Wild - 2020-08-13 07:11:41
VIDEO: Watch Antwayn Hopper's Obie Award Acceptance Speech For the Creative Team of A STRANGE LOOP
by Stephi Wild - 2020-08-06 05:46:33
VIDEO: Cole Escola Performs the Opening Number From the 2020 Obie Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2020-07-17 07:14:25
TV: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Celebrates Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-04-01 12:14:55
VIDEO: Heidi Schreck Discusses What the Constitution Means to Her on The Late Show
by Stephi Wild - 2019-03-16 11:08:55
VIDEO: Get a First Look at WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at The 2019 MAKERS Conference
by Stephi Wild - 2019-02-07 05:55:38
News
Chloe Radcliffe Brings CHEAT To Ars Nova
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
Comedian, actor and writer Chloe Radcliffe is bringing her acclaimed hit solo show CHEAT back to New York City for one night only on Friday, December 12 at Ars Nova.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
Comedian, actor and writer Chloe Radcliffe is bringing her acclaimed hit solo show CHEAT back to New York City for one night only on Friday, December 12 at Ars Nova.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards; RAGTIME Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Heidi Schreck's WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Is Coming To Morristown
by Gillian Blum - Nov 30, 2025
Pioneer Production will produce a special, limited-engagement run of Heidi Schreck's What the Constitution Means to Me, coming to Morristown in early 2026.
by Gillian Blum - Nov 30, 2025
Pioneer Production will produce a special, limited-engagement run of Heidi Schreck's What the Constitution Means to Me, coming to Morristown in early 2026.
Nina Hellman and Jeremy Shamos to Star WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Reading At Westport Country Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand reading of the boundary-breaking, Obie Award-winning play, “What the Constitution Means to Me,“ written by Heidi Schreck, directed by Amanda Charlton, and starring Nina Hellman, Jeremy Shamos, and Jocelyn Shek, on Monday, December 1, at 7 p.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand reading of the boundary-breaking, Obie Award-winning play, “What the Constitution Means to Me,“ written by Heidi Schreck, directed by Amanda Charlton, and starring Nina Hellman, Jeremy Shamos, and Jocelyn Shek, on Monday, December 1, at 7 p.m.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME To Be Presented At Theatre West In January
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025
Theatre West will present What the Constitution Means to Me in partnership with the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation from January 31 to February 1, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025
Theatre West will present What the Constitution Means to Me in partnership with the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation from January 31 to February 1, 2026.
The History of Feminist Plays That Came Before LIBERATION
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 28, 2025
As the fight for women to have equal rights and opportunities has evolved, so has the presence of plays telling these stories. When I wrote my book, Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy that the History Books Left Out, the first-ever book about female musical theatre writers, I researched many musicals that are in this genre as well.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 28, 2025
As the fight for women to have equal rights and opportunities has evolved, so has the presence of plays telling these stories. When I wrote my book, Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy that the History Books Left Out, the first-ever book about female musical theatre writers, I researched many musicals that are in this genre as well.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME is Coming to The Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025
The Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation has revealed the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of What the Constitution Means to Me. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025
The Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation has revealed the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of What the Constitution Means to Me. Learn more!
Page 73 Unveils 12 Semifinalists For Its 2026 Playwriting Fellowship
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2025
Page 73 has announced 12 semifinalists for the 2026 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship: Benjamin Benne, Kate Cortesi, Alexa Derman, Ryan Drake, JuCoby Johnson, Aditya Joshi, Chad Kaydo, Adin Lenahan, Dhari Noel, Abigail C. Onwunali, Anike Sonuga, and Mallory Jane Weiss.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2025
Page 73 has announced 12 semifinalists for the 2026 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship: Benjamin Benne, Kate Cortesi, Alexa Derman, Ryan Drake, JuCoby Johnson, Aditya Joshi, Chad Kaydo, Adin Lenahan, Dhari Noel, Abigail C. Onwunali, Anike Sonuga, and Mallory Jane Weiss.
Review: Chance Theater Presents WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME
by Michael Quintos - Oct 17, 2025
The current fragile state of, arguably, one of our country's most important founding documents—and whether or not some of our current leaders are legally following it—seems to be top of mind these days, which bodes well for the timely arrival of Chance Theater's latest production, playwright Heidi Schreck's semi-autobiographical 2017 Tony and Pulitzer Prize nominated play WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME, which continues performances in Anaheim through October 26, 2025.
by Michael Quintos - Oct 17, 2025
The current fragile state of, arguably, one of our country's most important founding documents—and whether or not some of our current leaders are legally following it—seems to be top of mind these days, which bodes well for the timely arrival of Chance Theater's latest production, playwright Heidi Schreck's semi-autobiographical 2017 Tony and Pulitzer Prize nominated play WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME, which continues performances in Anaheim through October 26, 2025.
Photos: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Chance Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025
Chance Theater has released new production photos of What the Constitution Means to Me, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Heidi Schreck and directed by Katie Chidester.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025
Chance Theater has released new production photos of What the Constitution Means to Me, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Heidi Schreck and directed by Katie Chidester.
A History of Three-Handers on Broadway
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 5, 2025
While a lot has been written about two handers, a term for two-person shows, less has been penned about three-handers. Yet, three-person plays are just as common a genre on Broadway as pieces with only two players. Currently, Art, by Yasmina Reza, is receiving an all-star revival at the Music Box.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 5, 2025
While a lot has been written about two handers, a term for two-person shows, less has been penned about three-handers. Yet, three-person plays are just as common a genre on Broadway as pieces with only two players. Currently, Art, by Yasmina Reza, is receiving an all-star revival at the Music Box.
AT HOME AT THE ZOO Comes to Hudson Theatre Works
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
Edward Albee’s “At Home at the Zoo” combines Albee’s groundbreaking 1959 short play The Zoo Story with his acclaimed prequel Homelife written in 2004. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
Edward Albee’s “At Home at the Zoo” combines Albee’s groundbreaking 1959 short play The Zoo Story with his acclaimed prequel Homelife written in 2004. Learn more here!
Bluebarn Theatre Will Present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2025
BLUEBARN Theatre will present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME by Heidi Schreck, running September 25 through October 12, 2025. Directed by Susan Clement and featuring Katie Becker Colón.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2025
BLUEBARN Theatre will present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME by Heidi Schreck, running September 25 through October 12, 2025. Directed by Susan Clement and featuring Katie Becker Colón.
Crystal Finn, Susannah Flood, and Miriam Silverman to be Honored at Clubbed Thumb 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025
Clubbed Thumb's 2025 Gala will honor Theatre World Award winner Crystal Finn, Drama Desk Award winner for Best Ensemble Performance Susannah Flood, and Tony Award and Obie Award winner Miriam Silverman. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025
Clubbed Thumb's 2025 Gala will honor Theatre World Award winner Crystal Finn, Drama Desk Award winner for Best Ensemble Performance Susannah Flood, and Tony Award and Obie Award winner Miriam Silverman. Learn more!
Over 700 Artists and Organizations Sign Statement Defending Artistic Freedom
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025
Over 700 artists and institutions have signed a statement supporting artistic freedom, and pledging to stand with institutions facing political pressure.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025
Over 700 artists and institutions have signed a statement supporting artistic freedom, and pledging to stand with institutions facing political pressure.
Chance Theater Will Present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2025
Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theater company, just announced What the Constitution Means to Me, written by Heidi Schreck and directed by Project LaFemme Artistic Director Katie Chidester.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 16, 2025
Chance Theater, Anaheim’s official resident theater company, just announced What the Constitution Means to Me, written by Heidi Schreck and directed by Project LaFemme Artistic Director Katie Chidester.
Cassie Beck to Lead WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Theatre Aspen
by Michael Major - Aug 15, 2025
Cassie Beck is reprising her performance from the National Tour production. Alongside Beck, the complete cast includes MJ Sieber as ‘Legionnaire’ and local 12th grader Natalie Stephens as ‘Debater.’
by Michael Major - Aug 15, 2025
Cassie Beck is reprising her performance from the National Tour production. Alongside Beck, the complete cast includes MJ Sieber as ‘Legionnaire’ and local 12th grader Natalie Stephens as ‘Debater.’
Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum to Present UNDER THE OAKS Salon Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025
Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will return with the company’s annual Under the Oaks salon series, featuring performance and music every Thursday in September on Theatricum’s spectacular outdoor stage in Topanga.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025
Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will return with the company’s annual Under the Oaks salon series, featuring performance and music every Thursday in September on Theatricum’s spectacular outdoor stage in Topanga.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME to be Presented at Evenings@7
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025
Evenings@7 will present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME by Heidi Schreck, and directed by Nick Rapuano. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025
Evenings@7 will present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME by Heidi Schreck, and directed by Nick Rapuano. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: A PLAY ABOUT DAVID MAMET WRITING A PLAY ABOUT HARVEY WEINSTEIN Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
Mathilde Dratwa’s play A Play About David Mamet Writing a Play About Harvey Weinstein debuted in a one-night reading that benefited the NYCLU. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
Mathilde Dratwa’s play A Play About David Mamet Writing a Play About Harvey Weinstein debuted in a one-night reading that benefited the NYCLU. See photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Heidi Schreck been in?
Heidi Schreck has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Heidi Schreck been in?
Heidi Schreck has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Heidi Schreck been nominated for?
Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Best Play (Tony Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Performance (Obie Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation and Performance (Obie Awards) for Drum Of The Waves Of Horikawa.
What awards has Heidi Schreck won?
Heidi Schreck has won several awards for her work. She received the Best American Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for What the Constitution Means to Me. She also won the Best New American Play at the Obie Awards for What the Constitution Means to Me. In addition, Schreck earned Performance awards from the Obie Awards for both Circle Mirror Transformation and Drum Of The Waves Of Horikawa. She was also honored with a Performance award from The Theatre World Awards for Circle Mirror Transformation.
Videos