Laurie Woolery
Laurie Woolery is a director, adaptor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Manahatta, The Tempest, and As You Like It. Awards include Obie Awards for As You Like It (2023).
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Director Laurie Woolery, Associate Director Jess Slaght, Dramaturge Amrita Ramanan, Public Theater Artistic Director Oskar Eustis,Set Designer Marcelo Martínez Garcia, Costume Designer Lux Haac, Cultural Consultant Joe Baker, Movement Director Ty Defoe, Jeffrey King, Elizabeth Frances, Jeffrey King, Sheila Tousey,David Kelly, Joe Tapper, Rainbow Dickerson and Enrico Nassi
Date:
12/06/2023
From: Photos: Inside Opening Night of the Public Theater's MANAHATTA
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Obie Awards - 2023 - Special Citation
Laurie Woolery, As You Like It
winner
Obie Awards - 2022 - Special Citation
Laurie Woolery, As You Like It
Videos
Video: AS YOU LIKE IT Musical Adaptation Gets Midwest Premiere at Writers Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-11-04 20:54:30
Video: Watch Rehearsal Footage of HELL'S KITCHEN at The Public Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-07 09:16:54
VIDEO: Public Works National Partners Perform 'Still I Will Love' From AS YOU LIKE IT
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-18 10:20:23
VIDEO: First Look At HERCULES Starring Jelani Alladin, Krysta Rodriguez, James Monroe Iglehart And More!
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-09-06 15:54:42
TV: Check Out Highlights from the Latest Encores! Endeavor PROMENADE
by Julie Musbach - 2019-07-10 16:00:38
TV: Watch a Sneak Peek of Encores! PROMENADE, with Bryonha Marie Parham, Bonnie Milligan & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-07-03 10:01:00
TV: What Is Encores! PROMENADE All About? We Put the Cast to the Test!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-07-05 15:01:00
News
Two World Premieres and More Set for Lucille Lortel Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2026
Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring the world premieres of Fantasma and You Seem Sad, along with a digital reading of American Nightmare and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2026
Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring the world premieres of Fantasma and You Seem Sad, along with a digital reading of American Nightmare and more.
Cast Set for FANTASMA Make World Premiere at Primary Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
PRIMARY STAGES has revealed the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Fantasma by Benjamin Benne and directed by Laurie Woolery, presented by Primary Stages and Lucille Lortel Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
PRIMARY STAGES has revealed the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Fantasma by Benjamin Benne and directed by Laurie Woolery, presented by Primary Stages and Lucille Lortel Theatre.
AS YOU LIKE IT to Open at New Village Arts in Carlsbad
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2026
New Village Arts founder Kristianne Kurner will direct and design As You Like It, her final production before retiring as the company’s executive artistic director.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2026
New Village Arts founder Kristianne Kurner will direct and design As You Like It, her final production before retiring as the company’s executive artistic director.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2026 - A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 16, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your official fall 2026 Off-Broadway preview, a complete guide to everything opening Off-Broadway! See West End transfers, stars in play revivals, multiple world premieres and more.
59E59 Theaters Unveils Productions for Fall 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
59E59 Theaters has unveiled its Fall 2026 season, featuring a collection of new plays and musicals from Red Bull Theater, No.11 Productions, The Goodwill Theatre, Primary Stages, and Penguin Rep Theatre across 59E59’s three stages.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
59E59 Theaters has unveiled its Fall 2026 season, featuring a collection of new plays and musicals from Red Bull Theater, No.11 Productions, The Goodwill Theatre, Primary Stages, and Penguin Rep Theatre across 59E59’s three stages.
GOD'S SPIES, STARSTUFF, and More Lead 59E59 Theaters' Fall 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2026
59E59 Theaters announced a fall lineup featuring world premieres from Red Bull Theater, No.11 Productions, Penguin Rep, and The Goodwill Theatre, alongside works from resident company Primary Stages.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2026
59E59 Theaters announced a fall lineup featuring world premieres from Red Bull Theater, No.11 Productions, Penguin Rep, and The Goodwill Theatre, alongside works from resident company Primary Stages.
FANTASMA World Premiere and More Set for Primary Stages 2026/2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Primary Stages has unveiled its 2026/27 Season at 59E59 Theaters, including the inaugural project in the Primary Stages Studio Series, as well as the launch of their new Flex Pass ticket program.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Primary Stages has unveiled its 2026/27 Season at 59E59 Theaters, including the inaugural project in the Primary Stages Studio Series, as well as the launch of their new Flex Pass ticket program.
New Village Arts Executive Artistic Director Kristianne Kurner to Step Down After 25 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2026
Kristianne Kurner announced she will leave New Village Arts at the end of the 2026–2027 season after 25 years leading the Carlsbad theater company.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 20, 2026
Kristianne Kurner announced she will leave New Village Arts at the end of the 2026–2027 season after 25 years leading the Carlsbad theater company.
Laurie Woolery to Direct REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Laurie Woolery will direct the first post-Broadway production of Real Women Have Curves: The Musical, playing at Pasadena Playhouse in spring 2027 as the 3rd Mainstage offering of the theatre's 2026-2027 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Laurie Woolery will direct the first post-Broadway production of Real Women Have Curves: The Musical, playing at Pasadena Playhouse in spring 2027 as the 3rd Mainstage offering of the theatre's 2026-2027 season.
Primary Stages to Present the 2026 Liff Lab Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026
Primary Stages will welcome playwrights Benjamin Benne and Beth Hyland as this year’s Liff Lab recipients. Baby Shower Katie, by Beth Hyland, plus Fantasma, by Benjamin Benne will be presented.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026
Primary Stages will welcome playwrights Benjamin Benne and Beth Hyland as this year’s Liff Lab recipients. Baby Shower Katie, by Beth Hyland, plus Fantasma, by Benjamin Benne will be presented.
SPARKFEST26 Hosted By Amphibian Stage Announces Programming
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 31, 2026
Amphibian Stage has announced the full lineup for SparkFest'26, its annual celebration of live entertainment in Fort Worth's Near Southside. This year, SparkFest proudly shines a spotlight on the Latine community, offering a vibrant array of events.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 31, 2026
Amphibian Stage has announced the full lineup for SparkFest'26, its annual celebration of live entertainment in Fort Worth's Near Southside. This year, SparkFest proudly shines a spotlight on the Latine community, offering a vibrant array of events.
Sneak Peek of LA GUAGUA 47 Will Be Held at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Philadelphia Theatre Company will present a free one-night-only concert reading of LA GUAGUA 47: A PHILADELPHIA MUSICAL, a new work by Alba Martínez, directed by Laurie Woolery, ahead of a planned full production.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Philadelphia Theatre Company will present a free one-night-only concert reading of LA GUAGUA 47: A PHILADELPHIA MUSICAL, a new work by Alba Martínez, directed by Laurie Woolery, ahead of a planned full production.
Connecticut Repertory Theatre Presents AS YOU LIKE IT Through November 22
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025
Connecticut Repertory Theatre is presenting AS YOU LIKE IT, the musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. The production, directed and choreographed by Brandon Kelly, will run through November 22 at the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the UConn Storrs campus.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025
Connecticut Repertory Theatre is presenting AS YOU LIKE IT, the musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. The production, directed and choreographed by Brandon Kelly, will run through November 22 at the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the UConn Storrs campus.
Video: AS YOU LIKE IT Musical Adaptation Gets Midwest Premiere at Writers Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Writers Theatre will present the Midwest premiere of As You Like It, a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s pastoral comedy. Watch video highlights from the show!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Writers Theatre will present the Midwest premiere of As You Like It, a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s pastoral comedy. Watch video highlights from the show!
Connecticut Repertory Theatre Stages Shaina Taub & Laurie Woolery’s AS YOU LIKE IT In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025
Connecticut Repertory Theatre continues its 76th season with Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery’s musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s As You Like It, running November 13–22, 2025, at the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the UConn campus.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025
Connecticut Repertory Theatre continues its 76th season with Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery’s musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s As You Like It, running November 13–22, 2025, at the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the UConn campus.
Oregon Shakespeare Announces Cast for COME FROM AWAY, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, and More
by Gillian Blum - Oct 18, 2025
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announced select casing and creative teams for its 2026 season's productions, including A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, COME FROM AWAY, and more.
by Gillian Blum - Oct 18, 2025
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announced select casing and creative teams for its 2026 season's productions, including A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, COME FROM AWAY, and more.
Dramatists Guild Foundation to Present Work of 2024-2025 Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
The Dramatists Guild Foundation will present selections of work by the 2024-2025 Class of Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
The Dramatists Guild Foundation will present selections of work by the 2024-2025 Class of Musical Theater and Playwriting Fellows. Learn more and see how to attend.
AS YOU LIKE IT to be Presented at Writers Theatre This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
Writers Theatre will continue its 2025/26 Season with a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, adapted by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
Writers Theatre will continue its 2025/26 Season with a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, adapted by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery. Learn more!
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, NEXT TO NORMAL And More Set for 2025/26 Denver Center Theatre Company Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2025
Denver Center Theatre Company has announced the 2025/26 season for the regional producing theatre arm of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA).
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2025
Denver Center Theatre Company has announced the 2025/26 season for the regional producing theatre arm of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA).
RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR and More Set for Writers Theatre 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025
Writers Theatre has revealed its 2025/26 season. The five-play season is marked by four productions never seen before in Chicago and two add-on special engagements.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025
Writers Theatre has revealed its 2025/26 season. The five-play season is marked by four productions never seen before in Chicago and two add-on special engagements.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Laurie Woolery been nominated for?
Special Citation (Obie Awards) for As You Like It and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for As You Like It.
What awards has Laurie Woolery won?
Laurie Woolery has won two Special Citations at the Obie Awards for her work on As You Like It.
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