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Obie Awards - 2006 - Playwriting

Rolin Jones, Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

Rolin Jones, The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow

The Pulitzer Prize - 2006 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Rolin Jones, The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow

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THE VAMPIRE LESTAT Gets Behind-the-Scenes Companion Series
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026

The Vampire Lestat is launching a new half‑hour companion series, taking fans behind the scenes of each episode of the flagship AMC series. Hosted by Lizzie Bassett, The Vampire Lestat: After Dark features interviews with the cast and producers.
Listen: Sam Reid's THE VAMPIRE LESTAT Unveils New Single Ahead of AMC Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2026

Lestat de Lioncourt, the immortal rock star played by Sam Reid in AMC's The Vampire Lestat, has unveiled the sultry new single “Butterscotch Bitch.' This is the latest track to be released ahead of the premiere on Sunday, June 7.
Sam Reid's Lestat to Perform One Night Concert at the Beacon Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2026

The Vampire Lestat, the rock star vampire played by Sam Reid in the AMC series, will take over New York City's Beacon Theatre on June 2 for The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only - LIVE.
Meet the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Good Night, and Good Luck is now in previews on Broadway,  The new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, stars Clooney in his Broadway debut. Meet the cast here!
James Bundy to Step Down From Positions at David Geffen School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

James Bundy, who has served Yale since 2002 as the fifth Elizabeth Parker Ware Dean of David Geffen School of Drama and fourth Artistic Director of Yale Repertory Theatre, will step down from these positions on June 30, 2026.
Video: Watch ANNE RICE'S INTERVIEW WITH A VAMPIRE Season 2 Trailer
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024

AMC Networks debuted the first extended trailer for season two of the critically acclaimed series Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire. The series stars Jacob Anderson, along with Sam Reid, Eric Bogosian, Assad Zaman, Delainey Hayles and Ben Daniels. Watch the video trailer now!
Video: AMC Drops ANNE RICE'S INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE Season Two Teaser
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024

AMC Networks debuted an all-new teaser for season two of Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, starring Jacob Anderson, during Sunday's premiere of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live. AMC also released a sneak peek clip of the upcoming new season, featuring stars Anderson and Delainey Hayles. Watch the videos now!
Cast and Creative Team Set for ESCAPED ALONE World Premiere at Yale Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2024

Yale Repertory Theatre will continue its 2023–24 Season with Escaped Alone by Caryl Churchill, directed by Liz Diamond.
MAESTRO, RUSTIN & More Nominated For 2023 Gotham Awards
by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2023

The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced the nominations for the 33rd Annual Gotham Awards, singling out 20 feature films, 11 series, and 30 performances in ten award categories. The nominations were announced live from Cipriani Wall Street by Jeffrey Sharp, award-winning film producer and the Executive Director of The Gotham.
First Preview of Mint Theater's PARTNERSHIP Canceled Due To Weather
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023

The first preview of Mint Theater's American Premiere of Elizabeth Baker’s Partnership has been canceled due to weather. Performances will now begin on Sunday October 1st at 2PM.
Mint Theater's American Premiere of Elizabeth Baker's PARTNERSHIP Begins Performances Saturday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023

Mint Theater Company will present the American Premiere of Elizabeth Baker’s Partnership. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Meet the Cast of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023

Jaja's African Hair Braiding will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, September 12 and open on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Meet the cast of Jaja's African Hair Braiding here!
Full Cast Revealed For JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2023

The full cast has been announced for the world premiere of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White. Find out who is starring in the world premiere here!
Christiane Noll, Joshua Echebiri & More to Star in PARTNERSHIP at Mint Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 26, 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical experience as Christiane Noll and Joshua Echebiri headline the cast of PARTNERSHIP at Mint Theater Company. Don't miss this limited engagement production.
PARTNERSHIP by Elizabeth Baker to be Presented at Mint Theater in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2023

Mint Theater Company will return to Theatre Row with the American Premiere of Elizabeth Baker’s Partnership, directed by Jackson Grace Gay.
Jennifer Kiger Concludes Run at Yale Repertory Theatre; Chantal Rodriguez Appointed Associate Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2023

Yale Repertory Theatre has announced that Jennifer Kiger, Associate Artistic Director at Yale Rep and Director of New Play Programs, is stepping down from these roles effective June 30, 2023. She will continue to serve on the Playwriting faculty at David Geffen School of Drama.   
Cast Announced for the World Premiere of THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Steve Schonberg - Aug 17, 2022

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced casting for the world premiere production of the ripple, the wave that carried me home by Christina Anderson, directed by Jackson Gay, and produced in association with Goodman Theatre. 
Dorset Theatre Festival Opens 45th Season With Revival Of Classic Thriller, WAIT UNTIL DARK
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2022

Dorset Theatre Festival will open the 45th Season of professional summer theatre at the Dorset Playhouse with a regional revival of the classic thriller, Wait Until Dark, directed by Jackson Gay.
City Theatre's SUMMER SHORTS Returns! for 25th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2022

City Theatre and the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County present the 25th Silver Anniversary season of SUMMER SHORTS, featuring a program of new short comedies, dramas and mini-musicals as well as fresh revivals of past Festival favorites written by the country's best playwrights.
Makasha Copeland Wins 2022 M. Elizabeth Osborn Award for EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2022

Makasha Copeland has won the American Theatre Critics Association’s (ATCA) 2022 M. Elizabeth Osborn Award for their play “Extreme Home Makeover.” 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Rolin Jones written?

Rolin Jones has written 3 shows including The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow (Playwright), The Jammer (Playwright), These Paper Bullets (Writer).

What awards has Rolin Jones been nominated for?

Playwriting (Obie Awards) for Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow.

What awards has Rolin Jones won?

Rolin Jones has won the Obie Award for Playwriting for the work Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow.

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