Tracy Letts
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BIO
Tracy Letts moved to Chicago at age 20 and spent 11 years working with the Steppenwolf Theatre Company and the Famous Door Theatre. He became a founding member of the Bang Bang Spontaneous Theatre ensemble alongside Greg Kotis, Michael Shannon, Paul Dillon, and Amy Pietz. In 1991 he wrote the play Killer Joe, which premiered in 1993 at the Next Lab Theater in Evanston, Illinois, before transferring to the 29th Street Rep in New York City. He later wrote the plays Man from Nebraska and The Minutes. His play August: Osage County premiered at Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago on June 28, 2007, and opened on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre on December 4, 2007, later transferring to the Music Box Theatre in 2008. The production ran until June 28, 2009, and won the 2008 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play.
Letts also built a career as a stage actor, appearing in numerous Steppenwolf productions including Picasso at the Lapin Agile (1994) by Steve Martin. He made his Broadway acting debut in the 2012 revival of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? at the Booth Theatre, winning the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. He later appeared in the Broadway revival of All My Sons (2019) alongside Annette Bening at the American Airlines Theatre. In 2022 he appeared in the Broadway production of his play The Minutes.
On television, Letts appeared in series including Seinfeld, Home Improvement, The Drew Carey Show, Profiler, Judging Amy, Strong Medicine, The District, Early Edition, and Prison Break during the 1990s and early 2000s. From 2013 to 2014 he portrayed Senator Andrew Lockhart in Homeland. He later appeared in Divorce (2016), The Sinner (2018), and Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (2022).
Letts has also worked extensively in film. His credits include The Big Short (2015), Wiener-Dog (2016), Christine (2016), Elvis & Nixon (2016), Indignation (2016), and Imperium (2016). In 2017 he appeared in The Lovers, The Post, and Lady Bird. He portrayed Henry Ford II in Ford v Ferrari (2019) and appeared in Little Women (2019).
In addition to acting and playwriting, Letts has written screenplays for film adaptations of his plays Bug, Killer Joe, and August: Osage County. He also wrote the screenplay for the thriller The Woman in the Window.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Playwright
Movies
[ 1988 ] Van Owner
[ 1992 ] Sean
[ 1997 ] Sports Fan
[ 1998 ] Sheriff Poe
[ 1999 ] Zack
[ 2006 ] writer
[ 2011 ] writer
[ 2013 ] writer
[ 2015 ] Lawrence Fields
[ 2016 ] Dall Wolf
[ 2016 ] Danny
[ 2016 ] Dean Caudwell
[ 2016 ] John Finlator
[ 2016 ] Michael
[ 2017 ] Fritz Beebe
[ 2017 ] Larry McPherson
[ 2017 ] Michael
[ 2019 ] Henry Ford II
[ 2019 ] Mr. Dhwood
[ 2020 ] Franklin Price
[ 2021 ] writer
[ 2022 ] Don Wilson
[ 2024 ] Herb Sargent
[ 2025 ] General Anthony Brady
TV Shows
Nick
Jonathan, Marksman
Andrew Lockhart
Tracy Letts
Mitch Grossman
Tracy Letts
Mitch Grossman
[ 2025-2025 ] John Stack
[ 2025-2025 ] Frank Martin
[ 2026-2026 ] Cyrus Trask
Awards and Nominations
Tracy Letts, All My Sons
Tracy Letts, The Minutes
Tracy Letts, The Realistic Joneses
Tracy Letts, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Tracy Letts, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Tracy Letts, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Tracy Letts, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Tracy LettsAugust: Osage County
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Tracy Letts, August: Osage County
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Tracy Letts, August: Osage County
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Tracy Letts, August: Osage County
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Tracy Letts, August: Osage County
Tracy Letts, Bug
Tracy LettsMan from Nebraska
Tracy LettsMan from Nebraska
Videos
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Video: Carrie Coon Reveals Medical Scare That Led to Cancelled BUG Performances
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-16 10:32:49
Video: Carrie Coon Reflects on Audience Reactions to Broadway's BUG
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-15 15:24:09
Video: Carrie Coon Shares How THE WHITE LOTUS Role Led to Broadway's BUG
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-12 11:02:10
Video: Tracy Letts Shares Why BUG No Longer Feels Like Science Fiction
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-07 13:20:44
Video: Sarah Paulson, Glenn Close & More in New Trailer for Ryan Murphy's ALL FAIR
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-09 16:30:18
Video: Kristin Chenoweth, Darren Criss & More in FINDING YOUR ROOTS Season 12 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-08 14:27:28
Video: Tracy Letts & More in Trailer for Kathryn Bigelow’s A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-25 15:14:37
Video: Alex Edelman Stars in New Trailer for THE OFFICE Spin-Off THE PAPER
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-08-07 11:17:17
Video: Sarah Paulson, Glenn Close & More Star in Teaser for Ryan Murphy's ALL FAIR
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-14 10:50:40
VIDEO: Watch John Goodman Talk RALLY FOR THE REP Holiday Benefit for The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-10 13:25:03
VIDEO: From Schitt's Creek to Big Cherry- Meet THE MINUTES Star Noah Reid
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-05-04 14:41:14
VIDEO: All New Trailer For AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at San Jose Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - 2022-04-13 05:21:04
VIDEO: Rehearsal Footage of David Mamet's THE WOODS at Southwark Playhouse
by Marissa Tomeo - 2022-02-19 14:21:54
VIDEO: Jessie Mueller Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2020-11-07 12:01:00
News
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway are on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Tune i n to find out who wins!
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2026
We have our first look at East of Eden, Netflix's new series adaptation of John Steinbeck's epic novel, starring current Tony Award nominee Christopher Abbott. Watch the new teaser for the series.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Theatre Passe Muraille's THROUGH THE EYES OF GOD led the 2026 Toronto Theatre Critics' Awards with three wins, including best production of a play, while Crow's Theatre productions collectively took home eight prizes.
by Josh Sharpe - May 12, 2026
2026 Tony nominee Carrie Coon will be honored with a special tribute by the Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC) during its 25th Anniversary Gala on Friday, June 12.
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2026
The American Revolution, the six-part, 12-hour documentary series, will stream for free on all PBS platforms from Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th, through Sunday, July 12th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, David Stone, Tracy Letts and David Rockwell will present the Honorary Awards at the 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, taking place at The Ziegfeld Ballroom.
by Nicole Rosky - May 1, 2026
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has been meeting all year to discuss the eligibility of the 2025/26 Broadway productions all leading up to Tuesday's big announcement... the Tony nominations.
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026
Broadway alums Carrie Coon and Ben Platt will share the screen in a new psychological thriller film, I Am Not Your Mother. Platt will play a young director, with Coon as a legendary actress.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
by David Friscic - Apr 8, 2026
Ninety minutes of a play that detail the utter pompousness, redundancies, calls to “shelve” or postpone important actions, and the ignoring of vital new community comments, are only some of the bureaucratic and provincial rules, regulations, and idiocies of what can constitute The Minutes of a city council meeting. Esteemed author Tracy Letts (August: Osage County, Superior Donuts) continually surprises and disorients the playgoer as he shifts writing tone in his phenomenal play The Minutes.
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 3, 2026
The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month.Check out our top Washington, DC picks for Spring 2026!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
Dissecting how local paranoia is manufactured and the intoxicating pull of conspiracy culture, triple Fringe First Award winners Xhloe and Natasha's new show delves into the dark side of American mythos and the theatre of mass distraction.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Performances are now underway for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Meet the cast of The Balusters here!
by Student Blogger: Amanda Steiner - Mar 29, 2026
As a theatre major, I obviously have to read a lot of plays for classes. This article will discuss a few of them from an analytical lens, and I’ll add my comments about the messaging and tactics (with as few spoilers as possible).
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 22, 2026
The Spring 2026 Broadway season is here at last, with many new productions set to arrive before the Tony Awards eligibility cutoff on April 26, 2026. Check out where this spring's shows were developed.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street will honor the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and be hosted by Amber Ruffin. The funds raised will help MTC continue to develop and produce the highest quality of new work.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
The Keegan Theatre has announced the cast and artistic team of Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy Letts' acclaimed play THE MINUTES, making its DC premiere at Keegan from April 4 to May 3, 2026.
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 8, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to two productions. All Out: Comedy About Ambition takes its final bow at the Nederlander Theatre following 95 regular performances; and Bug plays its final performance at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre after 23 previews and 69 regular performances. The theatres will soon be home to Schmigadoon! and The Balusters respectively.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 5, 2026
The official trailer has dropped for Lorne, the forthcoming behind-the-scenes documentary spotlighting the life of Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels. Watch it now,
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Tracy Letts has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
Tracy Letts has not appeared in the West End.
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for All My Sons, Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Minutes , Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Realistic Joneses, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Best New Play (Olivier Awards) for August: Osage County, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for August: Osage County, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for August: Osage County, Best Play (Tony Awards) for August: Osage County, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for August: Osage County, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bug, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Man from Nebraska and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Man from Nebraska.
Tracy Letts has won several prestigious awards: Best Play from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for August: Osage County, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for August: Osage County, Best Play from the Tony Awards for August: Osage County, and Outstanding Play from the Drama Desk Awards for August: Osage County.
Tracy Letts has written 8 shows including Killer Joe (Playwright), Bug (Playwright), August: Osage County (Playwright), Superior Donuts (Playwright), Mary Page Marlowe (Author), Man from Nebraska (Playwright), The Minutes (Playwright), Linda Vista (Playwright).
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