Vaclav Havel
Birth Place: Prague, CZECHOSLOVAKIA
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Play
Vaclav Havel, A Private View
winner
Obie Awards - 1970 - Distinguished Plays
Vaclav Havel, The Increased Difficulty of Concentration
winner
Obie Awards - 1968 - Best Foreign Play
Vaclav Havel, The Memorandum
Videos
Video: Watch a Preview of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Michael Major - 2024-10-03 21:42:01
News
REHEARSAL FOR TRUTH INTERNATIONAL THEATER FESTIVAL to Return for 10th Edition
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026
The Rehearsal for Truth International Theater Festival, honoring Václav Havel's legacy, will present its 10th edition at Bohemian National Hall in Manhattan, featuring free performances from nine Central and Eastern European countries.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026
The Rehearsal for Truth International Theater Festival, honoring Václav Havel's legacy, will present its 10th edition at Bohemian National Hall in Manhattan, featuring free performances from nine Central and Eastern European countries.
SUFFRAGISTS FROM THE STAGE Comes to New Perspectives Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
In celebration of SWAN Day, NPTC will present a Concert Reading to Benefit our On Her Shoulders Program on Friday, March 27th at 7:00pm. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
In celebration of SWAN Day, NPTC will present a Concert Reading to Benefit our On Her Shoulders Program on Friday, March 27th at 7:00pm. Learn more here!
US Premiere Of THE BAT Comes to New Stage Theatre Co.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
New Stage Theatre Co. will debut the US premiere of THE BAT, a play by Hungarian author Krisztina Tóth, showcasing a unique narrative from one of Hungary's prominent literary voices.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
New Stage Theatre Co. will debut the US premiere of THE BAT, a play by Hungarian author Krisztina Tóth, showcasing a unique narrative from one of Hungary's prominent literary voices.
IT CAN HAPPEN HERE! To Be Presented At Culture Lab LIC
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025
New Perspectives Theatre Company (NPTC) and Culture Lab LIC (CLLIC) have announced a limited run premiere of It CAN Happen Here! by Melody Brooks, Katrin Hilbe, Tess Howsam, Daniel Jacobs, and Susan Quinn.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025
New Perspectives Theatre Company (NPTC) and Culture Lab LIC (CLLIC) have announced a limited run premiere of It CAN Happen Here! by Melody Brooks, Katrin Hilbe, Tess Howsam, Daniel Jacobs, and Susan Quinn.
Untitled Theater Company Celebrates 30th Anniversary and Award The David A. Einhorn Playwriting Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2025
On Sunday January 26, at 5pm, Untitled Theater Company will celebrate 30 years of production! Founded by David and Edward Einhorn in 1995, the theater company has produced over 50 shows, festivals such at the Václav Havel Festival and the Ionesco Festival, and many other readings and special events.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2025
On Sunday January 26, at 5pm, Untitled Theater Company will celebrate 30 years of production! Founded by David and Edward Einhorn in 1995, the theater company has produced over 50 shows, festivals such at the Václav Havel Festival and the Ionesco Festival, and many other readings and special events.
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre Presents FOWL PLAY: CONFERENCE OF THE BIRDS At La MaMa
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2024
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre will present FOWL PLAY: CONFERENCE OF THE BIRDS at La MaMa from November 21 to December 8, exploring themes of unity and transformation through puppetry.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2024
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre will present FOWL PLAY: CONFERENCE OF THE BIRDS at La MaMa from November 21 to December 8, exploring themes of unity and transformation through puppetry.
Video: Watch a Preview of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Michael Major - Oct 3, 2024
Watch a first look at Little Shop of Horrors at South Coast Repertory! The new video montage features a look at various scenes and musical numbers from the production, set to the title song and 'Suddenly Seymour' sung by the cast. Watch the video of the new production now!
by Michael Major - Oct 3, 2024
Watch a first look at Little Shop of Horrors at South Coast Repertory! The new video montage features a look at various scenes and musical numbers from the production, set to the title song and 'Suddenly Seymour' sung by the cast. Watch the video of the new production now!
South Coast Repertory Opens 2024-25 Season With LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2024
South Coast Repertory announced its 2024-25 season opener, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 19 on the Segerstrom Stage. Directed by Jenn Thompson, this marks the show's SCR debut.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2024
South Coast Repertory announced its 2024-25 season opener, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 19 on the Segerstrom Stage. Directed by Jenn Thompson, this marks the show's SCR debut.
The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia Receives 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024
The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor recognizes a regional theatre company that has displayed a continuous level of artistic achievement contributing to the growth of theatre nationally.
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024
The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The honor recognizes a regional theatre company that has displayed a continuous level of artistic achievement contributing to the growth of theatre nationally.
Untitled Theater Company No. 61's EXAGOGE Begins Tonight at La MaMa
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
The world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's Exagoge begins tonight at La MaMa's Ellen Stewart Theatre, located at 66 East 4th Street in New York City.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
The world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's Exagoge begins tonight at La MaMa's Ellen Stewart Theatre, located at 66 East 4th Street in New York City.
La MaMa to Present World Premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's EXAGOGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2024
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61’s Exagoge. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2024
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61’s Exagoge. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
La MaMa Will Present World Premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's EXAGOGE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's Exagoge, with original music by Avner Finberg, script and libretto by Edward Einhorn, directed by Einhorn.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024
La MaMa will present the world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's Exagoge, with original music by Avner Finberg, script and libretto by Edward Einhorn, directed by Einhorn.
Video: Luis Alfaro & Jon Fosse Deliver International World Theatre Day Message 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024
The Global Theater Initiative is inviting all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 62nd annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2024.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024
The Global Theater Initiative is inviting all theatres, individual artists, institutions, and audiences to celebrate the 62nd annual World Theatre Day on March 27, 2024.
The Drama Book Shop Announces Upcoming Author Events
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023
The Drama Book Shop presents a series of events featuring new theatrical literary works by authors and playwrights. Join them for inspiring discussions and celebrations of the power of American theater. Reserve your seat on their website.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023
The Drama Book Shop presents a series of events featuring new theatrical literary works by authors and playwrights. Join them for inspiring discussions and celebrations of the power of American theater. Reserve your seat on their website.
Edward Einhorn Appointed New Artistic Director Of The Rehearsal For Truth Theater Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2023
The Rehearsal for Truth Theater Festival honoring Václav Havel has announced that Edward Einhorn will be taking over the job of Artistic Director for its seventh season of work.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2023
The Rehearsal for Truth Theater Festival honoring Václav Havel has announced that Edward Einhorn will be taking over the job of Artistic Director for its seventh season of work.
MBE For Services to Theatre Awarded to Co-Founding Artistic Directors of Belarus Free Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 18, 2023
Natalia Kaliada and Nicolai Khalezin, the co-founding Artistic Directors of the award-winning Belarus Free Theatre, the leading refugee-led theatre company in the UK, have been awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for Services to Theatre in the King's Birthday 2023 Honours List.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 18, 2023
Natalia Kaliada and Nicolai Khalezin, the co-founding Artistic Directors of the award-winning Belarus Free Theatre, the leading refugee-led theatre company in the UK, have been awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for Services to Theatre in the King's Birthday 2023 Honours List.
Nomad Theatrical Company to Present Pride Reading of ALL MEN DO IT: A PRIMER This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 11, 2023
Nomad Theatrical Company (Grant Neale, Artistic Director) has announced a Pride Week event. ALL MEN DO IT: A PRIMER written by John Robert Tillotson will be given a public reading on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 7 PM at The Ellington Room in Hell's Kitchen.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 11, 2023
Nomad Theatrical Company (Grant Neale, Artistic Director) has announced a Pride Week event. ALL MEN DO IT: A PRIMER written by John Robert Tillotson will be given a public reading on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 7 PM at The Ellington Room in Hell's Kitchen.
Untitled Theater Co. No. 61 World Premiere Of THE SHYLOCK AND THE SHAKESPEAREANS At New Ohio Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2023
Untitled Theater Company No. 61 proudly presents the world premiere of THE SHYLOCK AND THE SHAKESPEAREANS, a darkly humorous retelling of The Merchant of Venice, written and directed by Edward Einhorn, running June 1 - 17, 2023 in a limited engagement at New Ohio Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2023
Untitled Theater Company No. 61 proudly presents the world premiere of THE SHYLOCK AND THE SHAKESPEAREANS, a darkly humorous retelling of The Merchant of Venice, written and directed by Edward Einhorn, running June 1 - 17, 2023 in a limited engagement at New Ohio Theatre.
Untitled Theater Company No. 61 To Present World Premiere Of THE SHYLOCK AND THE SHAKESPEAREANS
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2023
Untitled Theater Company No. 61 proudly presents the world premiere of THE SHYLOCK AND THE SHAKESPEAREANS, a darkly humorous retelling of The Merchant of Venice, written and directed by Edward Einhorn, running June 1- 17, 2023 in a limited engagement at New Ohio Theatre (154 Christopher St.) in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2023
Untitled Theater Company No. 61 proudly presents the world premiere of THE SHYLOCK AND THE SHAKESPEAREANS, a darkly humorous retelling of The Merchant of Venice, written and directed by Edward Einhorn, running June 1- 17, 2023 in a limited engagement at New Ohio Theatre (154 Christopher St.) in New York City.
REHEARSAL FOR TRUTH THEATER FESTIVAL Announces 2023 Lineup
by Blair Ingenthron - May 2, 2023
The Vaclav Havel Library Foundation and Bohemian Benevolent and Literary Association will present the 2023 Rehearsal for Truth Theater Festival honoring playwright and human rights activist Vaclav Havel. From June 2 to June 14, the Bohemian National Hall will feature award-winning performances from the Czech Republic, Germany, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, and the US.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 2, 2023
The Vaclav Havel Library Foundation and Bohemian Benevolent and Literary Association will present the 2023 Rehearsal for Truth Theater Festival honoring playwright and human rights activist Vaclav Havel. From June 2 to June 14, the Bohemian National Hall will feature award-winning performances from the Czech Republic, Germany, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, and the US.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Vaclav Havel been nominated for?
Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Private View, Distinguished Plays (Obie Awards) for The Increased Difficulty of Concentration and Best Foreign Play (Obie Awards) for The Memorandum.
What awards has Vaclav Havel won?
Vaclav Havel has won the Distinguished Play Obie Award for The Increased Difficulty of Concentration and the Best Foreign Play Obie Award for The Memorandum.
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