Sarah Benson
Latest News on Sarah Benson:
SoHo Rep Gala to Honor Mike Pratt and Celebrate Playwright Aleshea Harris (Apr 10, 2026)
Spotlight on Plays: April 2026 (Apr 1, 2026)
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Spring 2026- A Complete Guide (Mar 27, 2026)
SoHo Rep Gala to Honor Mike Pratt and Celebrate Playwright Aleshea Harris (Apr 10, 2026)
Spotlight on Plays: April 2026 (Apr 1, 2026)
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Spring 2026- A Complete Guide (Mar 27, 2026)
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Sarah Benson, Teeth
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Sarah Benson, Fairview
winner
Obie Awards - 2009 - Special Citations
Sarah Benson, Blasted
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Sarah Benson, Blasted
Videos
Video: Matthew Broderick Recalls PLAZA SUITE Apple Watch Mishap, Talks TARTUFFE Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-13 11:23:29
Video: Matthew Broderick Previews NYTW's TARTUFFE on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-12 14:20:29
Video: Helen J. Shen Performs 'The Impossible Dream' at MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-05-15 09:48:56
Video: Highlights from TEETH with Alyse Alan Louis, Andy Karl & More
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-11-01 14:17:23
VIDEO: Behind The Scenes with Jackie Sibblies Drury and Sarah Benson of FAIRVIEW at Berkeley Rep
by Alan Henry - 2018-10-15 17:50:58
STAGE TUBE: Iain Performs IN THE HEIGHTS for Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tommy Kail & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-09-22 17:02:35
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Broadway-Bound PORGY & BESS in Workshop
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-08-22 18:02:06
News
SoHo Rep Gala to Honor Mike Pratt and Celebrate Playwright Aleshea Harris
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2026
In its 2026 Spring Fête, Soho Rep will honor Mike Pratt’s 30 years of transformative service at the Scherman Foundation. The event will also celebrate playwright Aleshea Harris and the release of her feature film Is God Is.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2026
In its 2026 Spring Fête, Soho Rep will honor Mike Pratt’s 30 years of transformative service at the Scherman Foundation. The event will also celebrate playwright Aleshea Harris and the release of her feature film Is God Is.
Spotlight on Plays: April 2026
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2026
Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in April 2026.
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2026
Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in April 2026.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Spring 2026- A Complete Guide
by Team BWW - Mar 27, 2026
What’s happening Off-Broadway this spring? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this season. Spring 2026 is packed with exciting revivals, new works, and star-powered productions.
by Team BWW - Mar 27, 2026
What’s happening Off-Broadway this spring? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this season. Spring 2026 is packed with exciting revivals, new works, and star-powered productions.
Cast Revealed For THE POTLUCK at Soho Rep
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026
The cast has been announced for The Potluck at Soho Rep. Soho Rep and INTAR will present The Potluck by César Alvarez, directed by Sarah Benson, this summer.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026
The cast has been announced for The Potluck at Soho Rep. Soho Rep and INTAR will present The Potluck by César Alvarez, directed by Sarah Benson, this summer.
Three-Play THE HUNGER CYCLE Will Come to Soho Rep
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Soho Rep has announced The Hunger Cycle, a group of three world premiere productions from Soho Rep over the next three seasons. Learn more about the shows here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Soho Rep has announced The Hunger Cycle, a group of three world premiere productions from Soho Rep over the next three seasons. Learn more about the shows here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 20, 2026- CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Heads Into Rehearsal and More
by - Feb 20, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 20, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Katie Finneran, Will Pullen and More to Star in THE RECEPTIONIST at Second Stage Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Second Stage Theater has revealed the complete cast for its upcoming production of Adam Bock’s dark comedy, The Receptionist, directed by Sarah Benson.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Second Stage Theater has revealed the complete cast for its upcoming production of Adam Bock’s dark comedy, The Receptionist, directed by Sarah Benson.
New York Theatre Workshop Adds TARTUFFE Final Performance and Special Benefit Event
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has announced that there will be an added final performance of the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s Tartuffe, by Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has announced that there will be an added final performance of the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s Tartuffe, by Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath. Learn more here!
Review Roundup: TARTUFFE Returns Off-Broadway Starring Matthew Broderick
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick returns to the stage as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe in the world premiere production of a new version from playwright Lucas Hnath, Read all of the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick returns to the stage as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe in the world premiere production of a new version from playwright Lucas Hnath, Read all of the reviews!
Top Off-Broadway Shows for December 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. Get into the holiday spirit with a popular adaptation of A Christmas Carol, plus more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. Get into the holiday spirit with a popular adaptation of A Christmas Carol, plus more.
MY JOY IS HEAVY Full Creative Team Announced for New York Theatre Workshop World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has announced dates and ticket information for the world premiere of My Joy is Heavy, created and performed by Obie Award-winning duo & NYTW Usual Suspects The Bengsons (Hundred Days, The Keep Going Songs), directed by Tony Award winner and NYTW Usual Suspect Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown; Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812).
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has announced dates and ticket information for the world premiere of My Joy is Heavy, created and performed by Obie Award-winning duo & NYTW Usual Suspects The Bengsons (Hundred Days, The Keep Going Songs), directed by Tony Award winner and NYTW Usual Suspect Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown; Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812).
Theatre Communications Group To Publish TEETH, The Musical Satire By Michael R. Jackson And Anna K. Jacobs
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced the forthcoming publication of Teeth, the darkly hilarious and incisive musical by Michael R. Jackson (Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner for A Strange Loop) and Anna K. Jacobs (Jonathan Larson and Billie Burke Ziegfeld Award–winning composer, lyricist, and book writer).
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced the forthcoming publication of Teeth, the darkly hilarious and incisive musical by Michael R. Jackson (Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner for A Strange Loop) and Anna K. Jacobs (Jonathan Larson and Billie Burke Ziegfeld Award–winning composer, lyricist, and book writer).
Spotlight on Plays: Winter 2025/26
by Team BWW - Nov 15, 2025
The Fall 2025 season is in full swing, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zaney comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in Winter 2025/26.
by Team BWW - Nov 15, 2025
The Fall 2025 season is in full swing, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zaney comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in Winter 2025/26.
Video: Matthew Broderick Recalls PLAZA SUITE Apple Watch Mishap, Talks TARTUFFE Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick, now in rehearsals for the play Tartuffe, looked back on an onstage mishap that occurred during the run of Broadway's Plaza Suite during a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers. Find out what happened here!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick, now in rehearsals for the play Tartuffe, looked back on an onstage mishap that occurred during the run of Broadway's Plaza Suite during a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers. Find out what happened here!
Video: Matthew Broderick Previews NYTW's TARTUFFE on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick recently joined Live with Kelly and Mark to discuss his latest role as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe. Check out the conversation now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025
Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick recently joined Live with Kelly and Mark to discuss his latest role as the title character in Molière’s Tartuffe. Check out the conversation now.
Spotlight on Plays: November 2025
by Team BWW - Nov 1, 2025
The Fall 2025 season is in full swing, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zaney comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in November 2025.
by Team BWW - Nov 1, 2025
The Fall 2025 season is in full swing, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zaney comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in November 2025.
TARTUFFE Starring Matthew Broderick and More Extends for Two Additional Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop's world premiere of a new version of Molière’s classic comedy Tartuffe by Tony Award nominee and NYTW Usual Suspect Lucas Hnath will run for an additional two weeks. Learn more about the extension and how to get tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop's world premiere of a new version of Molière’s classic comedy Tartuffe by Tony Award nominee and NYTW Usual Suspect Lucas Hnath will run for an additional two weeks. Learn more about the extension and how to get tickets.
Maude Mitchell Will Lead Stairwell Theater's FAR AWAY in a Bushwick Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2025
Stairwell Theater has announced its next production: FAR AWAY by Caryl Churchill. This immersive staging in a new Bushwick performance space is directed by Sam Gibbs.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2025
Stairwell Theater has announced its next production: FAR AWAY by Caryl Churchill. This immersive staging in a new Bushwick performance space is directed by Sam Gibbs.
Dates Set for TARTUFFE Starring Matthew Broderick and More at NYTW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed dates, ticket information and additional creative team members for the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s classic comedy Tartuffe. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed dates, ticket information and additional creative team members for the world premiere of a new version of Molière’s classic comedy Tartuffe. Learn more!
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Sarah Benson been nominated for?
Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for Teeth, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Fairview, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Blasted and Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Blasted.
What awards has Sarah Benson won?
Sarah Benson has won Special Citations at the Obie Awards for her work on Blasted.
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