Jessica Blank
Jessica Blank is a playwright, text whose BroadwayWorld credits include Coal Country, Aftermath, and Liberty City.
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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jessica Blank, Coal Country
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
Jessica Blank, The Exonerated
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THE SURGE to Make Staged Reading Debut at Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
The Guthrie Theater will present a staged reading of THE SURGE, a new documentary play by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen exploring Operation Metro Surge's impact on Minnesota communities through interviews with over 40 residents.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
The Guthrie Theater will present a staged reading of THE SURGE, a new documentary play by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen exploring Operation Metro Surge's impact on Minnesota communities through interviews with over 40 residents.
TRIUMPH, PHIL, HENRY IV, PARTS 1 & 2 & More Set for The Public Theater's 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
The Public Theater revealed its 2026-27 season lineup, expanding to 18 productions. The season includes world premieres from playwright Caryl Churchill and theater company Elevator Repair Service, plus new works by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
The Public Theater revealed its 2026-27 season lineup, expanding to 18 productions. The season includes world premieres from playwright Caryl Churchill and theater company Elevator Repair Service, plus new works by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen.
THE EXONERATED Staged Reading to be Presented at ArtsRock
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2026
ArtsRock will present a special staged reading of The Exonerated, the acclaimed play by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen. The Exonerated brings to the stage the true stories of six people who were sentenced to death and later freed.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2026
ArtsRock will present a special staged reading of The Exonerated, the acclaimed play by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen. The Exonerated brings to the stage the true stories of six people who were sentenced to death and later freed.
Review: THE EXONERATED at Black Theatre Troupe
by Herbert Paine - Sep 14, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe's THE EXONERATED is compelling and provocative. A production of real craft in service of real urgency: beautifully directed, powerfully acted, and unwilling to let its audience leave comfortable.
by Herbert Paine - Sep 14, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe's THE EXONERATED is compelling and provocative. A production of real craft in service of real urgency: beautifully directed, powerfully acted, and unwilling to let its audience leave comfortable.
THE WOMEN OF LOCKERBIE to Open The Actors' Gang 2026/2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2026
The Actors' Gang in Culver City will present an eight-show season featuring THE WOMEN OF LOCKERBIE, THE EXONERATED, new works, and family-friendly programming.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2026
The Actors' Gang in Culver City will present an eight-show season featuring THE WOMEN OF LOCKERBIE, THE EXONERATED, new works, and family-friendly programming.
THE EXONERATED to Open Black Theatre Troupe's New Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe will open its 2026-2027 season with The Exonerated, Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen's acclaimed documentary-style drama based on the true stories of six people who were wrongfully convicted.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe will open its 2026-2027 season with The Exonerated, Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen's acclaimed documentary-style drama based on the true stories of six people who were wrongfully convicted.
John Billingsley Will Bring 44 MINUTES to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
John Billingsley and Dorian Missick will star in the world premiere of 44 MINUTES, a psychological thriller by Lev Steinberg, at Edinburgh Fringe's Assembly Rooms.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
John Billingsley and Dorian Missick will star in the world premiere of 44 MINUTES, a psychological thriller by Lev Steinberg, at Edinburgh Fringe's Assembly Rooms.
The Public Theater Artistic Director Oskar Eustis to Step Down
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2026
After 23 years as Artistic Director of The Public Theater, Oskar Eustis will step down when his current contract concludes in 2028, at the end of The Public Theater's 60th anniversary season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2026
After 23 years as Artistic Director of The Public Theater, Oskar Eustis will step down when his current contract concludes in 2028, at the end of The Public Theater's 60th anniversary season.
THE EXONERATED, DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE & More Set for Black Theatre Troupe's 57th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe announced its 57th season, featuring five productions spanning drama, musical theater, and holiday programming. Flex Pass packages are on sale now with Early Bird pricing available for a limited time.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Black Theatre Troupe announced its 57th season, featuring five productions spanning drama, musical theater, and holiday programming. Flex Pass packages are on sale now with Early Bird pricing available for a limited time.
AMERICAN SUBLIME: Stories from Elsewhere in III Acts is Coming to The Delacorte Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026
The Public Theater and Public Forum series curators Alexa Smith and Jeremy McCarter will present American Sublime: Stories from Elsewhere in III Acts in The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026
The Public Theater and Public Forum series curators Alexa Smith and Jeremy McCarter will present American Sublime: Stories from Elsewhere in III Acts in The Delacorte Theater in Central Park.
The Public Theater's Public Forum Series to Return to The Delacorte Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
The Public Theater will present the return of the renowned Public Forum series to The Delacorte Theater in Central Park, beginning with free event Quick, Bright, Things to Come to Confusion, or What We Do For Love.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
The Public Theater will present the return of the renowned Public Forum series to The Delacorte Theater in Central Park, beginning with free event Quick, Bright, Things to Come to Confusion, or What We Do For Love.
Amy Sherald, Christian Slater & More Set for Public Forum at The Delacorte
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
The Public Theater's revitalized Delacorte Theater will reopen this summer with PUBLIC FORUM and PUBLIC STORIES programming, featuring Amy Sherald, Michael Sandel, Anna Deavere Smith, and DC 37 union members as civic storytellers.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
The Public Theater's revitalized Delacorte Theater will reopen this summer with PUBLIC FORUM and PUBLIC STORIES programming, featuring Amy Sherald, Michael Sandel, Anna Deavere Smith, and DC 37 union members as civic storytellers.
Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen to Develop Theater Piece With in Response to ICE in MN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
The Guthrie Theater, in collaboration with The Public Theater, are partnering with documentary theater artists Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen on the development of a new work.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
The Guthrie Theater, in collaboration with The Public Theater, are partnering with documentary theater artists Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen on the development of a new work.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Leguizamo and More to Join The People's Filibuster Protest at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
The Public Theater will host a public, artistic demonstration of support and solidarity for the people of Minnesota: The People's Filibuster on the steps of the Theater’s flagship building.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
The Public Theater will host a public, artistic demonstration of support and solidarity for the people of Minnesota: The People's Filibuster on the steps of the Theater’s flagship building.
Photos: Broward Center Ghost Light Society Gathers at SHUCKED
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2025
Members and guests of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts young professionals’ group, the Ghost Light Society (GLS), celebrated the close of the Broadway season at the Broward Center with a pre-show cocktail reception in the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge. Check out photos of the event.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2025
Members and guests of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts young professionals’ group, the Ghost Light Society (GLS), celebrated the close of the Broadway season at the Broward Center with a pre-show cocktail reception in the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge. Check out photos of the event.
NYWIFT Announces 16 Projects By Members At 2025 Tribeca Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
New York Women in Film & Television has revealed 16 projects from 16 members have been officially selected for the 2024 Tribeca Festival. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
New York Women in Film & Television has revealed 16 projects from 16 members have been officially selected for the 2024 Tribeca Festival. Learn more here!
New York Women In Film & Television Presents 11 Film Festival Awards In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
New York Women in Film & Television will present 11 NYWIFT Festival Awards to emerging and established filmmakers across six New York-area festivals throughout 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
New York Women in Film & Television will present 11 NYWIFT Festival Awards to emerging and established filmmakers across six New York-area festivals throughout 2024.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of IBSEN'S GHOST at 59E59's Theater A
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 15, 2024
Ibsen's Ghost is now playing at 59E59’s Theater A. The production officially opened last night, March 14 for a limited run through April 14. Check out opening night photos here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 15, 2024
Ibsen's Ghost is now playing at 59E59’s Theater A. The production officially opened last night, March 14 for a limited run through April 14. Check out opening night photos here!
Kathleen Chalfant, Jonathan Raviv, and More Set for HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES at NYTW
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast & creative team for Here There Are Blueberries, co-written by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony & Emmy Award nominee Moisés Kaufman & Emmy Award nominee Amanda Gronich, and conceived & directed by Moisés Kaufman.
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop has announced the full cast & creative team for Here There Are Blueberries, co-written by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony & Emmy Award nominee Moisés Kaufman & Emmy Award nominee Amanda Gronich, and conceived & directed by Moisés Kaufman.
Creative Team Set for I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I COULD DIE Directed by Lucas Hnath
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the full creative team for I Love You So Much I Could Die, written and performed by NYTW Usual Suspect Mona Pirnot (Private), and directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath (Red Speedo).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the full creative team for I Love You So Much I Could Die, written and performed by NYTW Usual Suspect Mona Pirnot (Private), and directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath (Red Speedo).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Jessica Blank written?
Jessica Blank has written 4 shows including The Exonerated (Playwright), Liberty City (Text), Aftermath (Playwright), Coal Country (Author).
What awards has Jessica Blank been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Coal Country and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Exonerated .
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