Tarell Alvin McCraney
Latest News on Tarell Alvin McCraney:
Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu Receive 2024 Joyce Award (Jul 31, 2024)
2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17 (Jul 11, 2024)
Cast Set For THE BROTHERS SIZE at Geffen Playhouse (Jun 25, 2024)
Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu Receive 2024 Joyce Award (Jul 31, 2024)
2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17 (Jul 11, 2024)
Cast Set For THE BROTHERS SIZE at Geffen Playhouse (Jun 25, 2024)
BIO
Tarell Alvin McCraney is best known for his acclaimed trilogy, The Brother/Sister Plays which includes The Brothers Size, In the Red and Brown Water and Marcus; or the Secret of Sweet. Other plays include Head of Passes, Choir Boy and Wig Out! Tarell's script, In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue, is the basis for the Oscar-winning film Moonlight directed by Barry Jenkins, for which McCraney and Jenkins also won a Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar. Tarell is currently working on an original scripted TV series for Oprah Winfrey's OWN Network, produced by Michael B. Jordan and Page Fright Productions.
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A Kind of Marriage (World premiere)
Written by Tarell Alvin McCraney
Choreography by Jamar Roberts (Arnhold Creative Associate at Large and
Distinguished Visiting Faculty)
Music by William Byrd, Mass for Four Voices (excerpt)
Music by Marvin Gaye, Sandra Elaine Greene, and Gwen Gordy Fuqua,
“Distant Lover” (excerpt)
Juilliard Drama
Date:
02/06/2026
From: Photos: Highlights from Juilliard School's CELEBRATION: A BENEFIT FOR SCHOLARSHIP
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Play
Tarell Alvin McCraney, Choir Boy
Videos
LEROY AND LUCY World Premiere, NOISES OFF & More Announced For Steppenwolf's 2024/2025 Season
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-13 13:29:34
Video: Playwright a.k. payne Talks FURLOUGH'S PARADISE at Alliance Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-02-25 15:31:40
Video: Get A First Look At Alliance Theatre's FURLOUGH'S PARADISE
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-08 11:19:20
VIDEO: Get a First Look at DREAMGIRLS at McCarter Theatre Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-01-09 17:25:05
VIDEO: Tarell Alvin McCraney On His Vision for the Geffen Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-04 15:50:17
VIDEO: First Look at CHOIR BOY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-06-30 14:08:54
VIDEO: Get A First Look At CHOIR BOY At The Denver Center for the Performing Arts
by Alan Henry - 2022-05-17 11:37:22
VIDEO: Watch a Teaser for Barry Jenkins' THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-10-19 15:30:30
VIDEO: Forest VanDyke, Darius-Anthony Robinson, and Kris Coleman Perform 'Quiet' as Tribute to Black Lives Matter
by Stephi Wild - 2020-08-12 07:02:30
VIDEO: OWN Releases Trailer for DAVID MAKES MAN, Premiering August 14
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-06-19 13:24:39
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Tina Landau's MS. BLAKK FOR PRESIDENT at Steppenwolf
by Alan Henry - 2019-06-06 11:30:37
VIDEO: OWN Releases Trailer for Drama Series, DAVID MAKES MAN
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-01-28 09:57:08
VIDEO: Andre Holland and Zazie Beetz Star in the Trailer for HIGH FLYING BIRD
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-01-17 11:51:18
News
Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu Receive 2024 Joyce Award
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024
Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu today were announced as recipients of the Joyce Foundation’s 2024 Joyce Awards, receiving a landmark grant of $100,000 to support a new commission, including $30,000 allocated for an artist stipend.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024
Katie Ka Vang and Theater Mu today were announced as recipients of the Joyce Foundation’s 2024 Joyce Awards, receiving a landmark grant of $100,000 to support a new commission, including $30,000 allocated for an artist stipend.
2025 YoungArts Award Competition Open Now Through October 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024
Applications for YoungArts 2025 are now open, inviting young artists across various disciplines to apply for recognition, mentorship, and support.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024
Applications for YoungArts 2025 are now open, inviting young artists across various disciplines to apply for recognition, mentorship, and support.
Cast Set For THE BROTHERS SIZE at Geffen Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024
Geffen Playhouse has announced the full cast for The Brothers Size, written by Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director and Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney and directed by Olivier Award-nominated Bijan Sheibani.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024
Geffen Playhouse has announced the full cast for The Brothers Size, written by Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director and Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney and directed by Olivier Award-nominated Bijan Sheibani.
Cast Set For SOMEONE SPECTACULAR at The Pershing Square Signature Center
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2024
Full casting has been announced for someone spectacular, the world premiere of a new play by Domenica Feraud, directed by Tatiana Pandiani.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2024
Full casting has been announced for someone spectacular, the world premiere of a new play by Domenica Feraud, directed by Tatiana Pandiani.
Tarell Alvin McCraney to Deliver Keynote Address at UCLA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
Tarell Alvin McCraney, artistic director of the Geffen Playhouse, will deliver the keynote address at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television's 77th annual commencement ceremony. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024
Tarell Alvin McCraney, artistic director of the Geffen Playhouse, will deliver the keynote address at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television's 77th annual commencement ceremony. Learn more.
SWEENEY TODD, TWELFTH NIGHT and More Set For Portland Center Stage's 2024-2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024
Portland Center Stage’s 2024-2025 season will kick off in September with Stephen Sondheim’s spooky musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Learn more about the full lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024
Portland Center Stage’s 2024-2025 season will kick off in September with Stephen Sondheim’s spooky musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Learn more about the full lineup here!
SURRENDER Will Have London Run Ahead of Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024
HFH Productions has announced a play set for a London run ahead of Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer. Surrender by Sophie Swithinbank in creative partnership with Phoebe Ladenburg will be on at the Arcola Theatre between 19 June and 13 July.
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024
HFH Productions has announced a play set for a London run ahead of Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer. Surrender by Sophie Swithinbank in creative partnership with Phoebe Ladenburg will be on at the Arcola Theatre between 19 June and 13 July.
Riverside's National Theatre Of Parramatta Announces 2024 'Staging The World' Program Participants
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024
National Theatre of Parramatta (NTofP) has announced the 2024 Staging the World Mentorship Program participants.
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024
National Theatre of Parramatta (NTofP) has announced the 2024 Staging the World Mentorship Program participants.
CLOSET WRITER Staged Reading to be Presented at Theater555
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2024
Masterworks Theater Company and Theater555, in association with the George Street Playhouse’s “The Next Dramatist Program”, will present a staged reading presentation of *“Closet Writer,” inspired by the reflections of Tawana Smith, by Antu Jacob. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2024
Masterworks Theater Company and Theater555, in association with the George Street Playhouse’s “The Next Dramatist Program”, will present a staged reading presentation of *“Closet Writer,” inspired by the reflections of Tawana Smith, by Antu Jacob. Learn how to purchase tickets.
JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING and More Set For Arena Stage's 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024
Arena Stage has announced its 74th season, including a blend of new works and reimagined classics. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024
Arena Stage has announced its 74th season, including a blend of new works and reimagined classics. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
Bartlett Sher, Bob Martin, Adam Guettel & More Set for Alliance Theatre's 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024
Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre has revealed the productions for the 56th season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024
Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre has revealed the productions for the 56th season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.
Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024
The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024
The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.
Review: CHOIR BOY at The Studio Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 29, 2024
What did our critic think of CHOIR BOY at The Studio Theatre? Relevant. Mindful. Heartbreaking. Boundary-pushing. Powerful. Making its regional debut in Arkansas, Tarell Alvin McCraney’s CHOIR BOY at The Studio Theatre, 320 W 7th St, in Little Rock, is all of these things and more......so much more.
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 29, 2024
What did our critic think of CHOIR BOY at The Studio Theatre? Relevant. Mindful. Heartbreaking. Boundary-pushing. Powerful. Making its regional debut in Arkansas, Tarell Alvin McCraney’s CHOIR BOY at The Studio Theatre, 320 W 7th St, in Little Rock, is all of these things and more......so much more.
Beth Hyland to Receive Williamstown Theatre Festival's L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024
Williamstown Theatre Festival has named Beth Hyland as the recipient of the 2024 L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award for her play SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA. Learn more about Hyland!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024
Williamstown Theatre Festival has named Beth Hyland as the recipient of the 2024 L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award for her play SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA. Learn more about Hyland!
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of PURPOSE at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024
Check out photos from opening night of Purpose at Steppenwolf Theatre Company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024
Check out photos from opening night of Purpose at Steppenwolf Theatre Company.
Vineyard Theatre Announces Spring Reading Series WORKS IN PROGRESS: FEARLESSLY MADE IN NEW YORK!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024
Vineyard Theatre has announced its Spring Reading Series, featuring works in progress from New York's fearless creatives.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024
Vineyard Theatre has announced its Spring Reading Series, featuring works in progress from New York's fearless creatives.
WAITING FOR GODOT With Rainn Wilson, and More Set For Geffen Playhouse's 2024/2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024
Geffen Playhouse has announced six productions that will make up the 2024/2025 season lineup, marking the inaugural season from Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director Tarell Alvin McCraney.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024
Geffen Playhouse has announced six productions that will make up the 2024/2025 season lineup, marking the inaugural season from Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director Tarell Alvin McCraney.
LEROY AND LUCY World Premiere, NOISES OFF & More Announced For Steppenwolf's 2024/2025 Season
by Joshua Wright - Mar 13, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, under the leadership of Artistic Directors Glenn Davis and Audrey Francis and Executive Director Brooke Flanagan, has announced its 2024/25 Season, featuring several Chicago and world premieres.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 13, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, under the leadership of Artistic Directors Glenn Davis and Audrey Francis and Executive Director Brooke Flanagan, has announced its 2024/25 Season, featuring several Chicago and world premieres.
DREAMGIRLS Starts Performances at McCarter This Week - Full Cast Announced!
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 3, 2024
McCarter Theatre Center has announced the cast for the revival of the Tony and Grammy award-winning DREAMGIRLS. Learn more here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 3, 2024
McCarter Theatre Center has announced the cast for the revival of the Tony and Grammy award-winning DREAMGIRLS. Learn more here!
Video: Playwright a.k. payne Talks FURLOUGH'S PARADISE at Alliance Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024
Watch playwright a.k. payne share their experience bringing FURLOUGH'S PARADISE to life at the Alliance Theatre and what the Alliance/Kendeda Program means for upcoming playwrights in the video here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024
Watch playwright a.k. payne share their experience bringing FURLOUGH'S PARADISE to life at the Alliance Theatre and what the Alliance/Kendeda Program means for upcoming playwrights in the video here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Tarell Alvin McCraney been in?
Tarell Alvin McCraney has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Tarell Alvin McCraney been in?
Tarell Alvin McCraney has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Tarell Alvin McCraney's first West End show?
Tarell Alvin McCraney's first West End show was Wig Out! which opened in 2017
What awards has Tarell Alvin McCraney been nominated for?
and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Choir Boy.
How many shows has Tarell Alvin McCraney written?
Tarell Alvin McCraney has written 7 shows including The Brothers Size (Playwright), Wig Out! (Author), The Brother/Sister Plays Part 1: In The Red and Brown Water (Playwright), The Brother/Sister Plays Part 2: The Brothers Size and Marcus; or the Secret of Sweet (Playwright), The Brother/Sister Plays (Playwright), Choir Boy (Playwright), Head of Passes (Playwright).
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