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BIO

Neil Pepe received a Tony Nomination for Best Director for the production of American Buffalo. Broadway: Hands on a Hardbody; Speed-the-Plow; A Life in the Theatre. Off-Broadway/regional: A Play Is A Poem (CTG); Juno and the Paycock (Irish Rep); On the Shore of the Wide World, The Penitent, Marie and Rosetta, Hold on to Me Darling, Dying for It, 3 Kinds of Exile, Happy Hour, Offices, Almost an Evening, Parlour Song, The Night Heron, Mojo, Celebration, The Room, Dreams of Flying Dreams of Falling, Sea of Tranquility, Blue/Orange, Wolf Lullaby (Atlantic); The Subject Was Roses, Keep Your Pantheon, Romance (Center Theatre Group, Atlantic); Red Angel (Williamstown); Further Than the Furthest Thing (MTC); The Beginning of August (South Coast Repertory, Atlantic); American Buffalo (Donmar Warehouse, Atlantic); Refuge (Playwrights Horizons). Neil has been the artistic director of Atlantic Theater Company since 1992.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Brian

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Young Waiter/Foreman

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Captain

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Ben(Wonderful Party)

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Andre

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2025]
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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2022]
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[Off-Broadway, 2021]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Artistic Director
 
[Broadway, 2013]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Artistic Director
 
[Broadway, 2010]
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[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Co-Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Co-Director
 
[Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Artistic Director
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2006]
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[Off-Broadway, 2006]
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[Off-Broadway, 2006]
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[Off-Broadway, 2006]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Off-Broadway, 2004]
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[Off-Broadway, 2004]
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[Off-Broadway, 2004]
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[Off-Broadway, 2004]
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[Off-Broadway, 2003]
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[Off-Broadway, 2003]
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[Off-Broadway, 2003]
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[Off-Broadway, 2003]
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[Off-Broadway, 2002]
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Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
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[Off-Broadway, 2002]
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[Off-Broadway, 2002]
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[Off-Broadway, 2002]
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[Off-Broadway, 2001]
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[Off-Broadway, 2001]
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[Off-Broadway, 2001]
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[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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[Off-Broadway, 1999]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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[Off-Broadway, 1997]
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[Off-Broadway, 1997]
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[Off-Broadway, 1997]
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[Off-Broadway, 1997]
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[Off-Broadway, 1996]
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[Off-Broadway, 1995]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1995]
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[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
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[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Director

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Direction of a Play

Neil Pepe, American Buffalo

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News


Samuel H. Levine, Owen Campbell and More to Star in THE MINOTAUR Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2025

Grove House Productions will present a private, invitation-only industry reading of The Minotaur, a new play by emerging playwright Nolan Phillips. Learn more here!
Photos: GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK Opening Night Brings Out Jennifer Lopez, Rachel Zegler and More
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 5, 2025

George Clooney has officially made his Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luck, now playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. The show officially opened last night, April 3, and to celebrate the big night. Check out photos of opening night!
Photos: Darren Criss, Katie Holmes and More at GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 2, 2025

Stars came out for the big opening night celebration of Glengarry Glen Ross, including Darren Criss, Katie Holmes, Ansel Elgort, and many more.Check out photos here!
Atlantic Theater Company Reaches Agreement With IATSE; 24-25 Season to Resume
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025

Atlantic Theater Company's 2024|2025 Season will resume with the world premiere productions of I’m Assuming You Know David Greenspan and Grief Camp. Learn more here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2025

Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals for Buena Vista Social Club, which included special guests Lin-Manuel Miranda, Eva Longoria, John Leguizamo, Ariana DeBose, Sara Bareilles, and more!
Photos: ENGLISH on Broadway Opening Night Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 24, 2025

Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play English, directed by Knud Adams, is officially open on Broadway at The Todd Haimes Theatre. Check out photos from the red carpet here! 
Atlantic Theater Company Unveils 2024 Judith Champion Launch Commissioning Program Writers
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024

Atlantic Theater Company has unveiled its Judith Champion Launch Commissioning Program writers for 2024, Stephen Brown, Stefani Kuo, and Arun Welandawe-Prematilleke. Learn more about the writers and about the program!
HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Starring Adam Driver Recoups Initial Investment
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2024

The current run of the play Hold on to Me Darling by Kenneth Lonergan and starring Adam Driver, has recouped its initial investment. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Atlantic Theater Company Reveals Complete Dates for 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2024

Atlantic Theater Company has revealed the complete dates for its 2024-2025 season. Atlantic’s 2024-2025 season will include Eliya Smith’s Grief Camp directed by Tony Award nominee Les Waters and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Adam Driver & HOLD ONTO ME DARLING Cast Celebrate Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 18, 2024

Hold on to Me Darling is now playing at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. Check out photos of star Adam Driver and the cast on opening night!
Photos: Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch & More at HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 18, 2024

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Hold on to Me Darling at The Lucille Lortel Theatre, starring Adam Driver! See photos of stars including Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch and more.
Review Roundup: Adam Driver Stars In HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Off Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2024

Stage and screen star Adam Driver returns to the New York theatre scene in Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling. Read the reviews!
Photos: Adam Driver & More in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2024

Get a first look at photos of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling, starring Adam Driver, at the Lucille Lortel Theatre ahead of their opening night. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photo: First Look at Adam Driver in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING
by Joshua Wright - Sep 24, 2024

Get a first look at Adam Driver in Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling, which is running at the Lucille Lortel theatre. Directed by Neil Pepe, the production will opens on Wednesday, October 16th.
Atlantic Theater Company to Present The Judith Champion Caribbean MixFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2024

Atlantic Theater Company will present the Judith Champion Caribbean MixFest. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set for HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Starring Adam Driver
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2024

The complete cast has been revealed for the upcoming production of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling starring Adam Driver this fall. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Five World Premiere Plays Set for Atlantic Theater Company 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024

Atlantic Theater Company has unveiled its 2024-2025 season of five world premiere plays. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Adam Driver to Star in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING at the Lucille Lortel Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024

Adam Driver will star in a new production of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets!
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 7/25/2024; Jobs In Tech, Sales and More
by - Jul 25, 2024

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/25/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Photos: Patti Lupone, Justin Peck and More Turn Out for Atlantic Theater Company's 2024 Gala
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024

Atlantic Theater Company presented their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza (768 Fifth Avenue). See photos from the event. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Neil Pepe been nominated for?

and Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for American Buffalo.

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