David Mamet
Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA
Latest News on David Mamet:
Michael McKean and More Join GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS on Broadway (Nov 7, 2024)
Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, & Bryan Cranston Join David Mamet-Penned Film ASSASSINATION (Oct 29, 2024)
Review: RACE is confronted by DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO (Oct 21, 2024)
Michael McKean and More Join GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS on Broadway (Nov 7, 2024)
Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, & Bryan Cranston Join David Mamet-Penned Film ASSASSINATION (Oct 29, 2024)
Review: RACE is confronted by DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO (Oct 21, 2024)
BIO
David Mamet is a prolific playwright, screenwriter, and director known for his distinct style and sharp dialogue. Born in Chicago in 1947, Mamet began his career as a playwright in the 1970s, quickly gaining a reputation for his gritty, realistic portrayals of working-class characters.
Mamet's breakthrough came in 1976 with his play "American Buffalo," which premiered at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago before moving to Broadway the following year. The play, which follows a group of small-time crooks planning a heist, was praised for its raw, naturalistic dialogue and won the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best American Play.
In the years that followed, Mamet continued to write plays that explored the darker corners of American society, including "Glengarry Glen Ross" (1984), which won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and "Oleanna" (1992), a controversial play about sexual harassment on college campuses.
Mamet also found success as a screenwriter, penning scripts for films such as "The Verdict" (1982), "The Untouchables" (1987), and "Wag the Dog" (1997). His screenplay for "The Untouchables" earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay.
In addition to his work in theater and film, Mamet has also written several novels and worked as a director for both stage and screen. He made his directorial debut with the film "House of Games" (1987) and has since directed several other films, including "The Spanish Prisoner" (1997) and "Redbelt" (2008).
Mamet's most recent work includes the play "The Penitent," which premiered Off-Broadway in 2017. The play, which centers on a psychiatrist who refuses to testify in a court case, explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the nature of truth.
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From left, actress Rebecca Pidgeon and David Mamet arrive for the opening night performance of "Blithe Spirit" at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on December 14, 2014, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ryan Miller/Capture Imaging)
Date:
12/15/2014
From: Photo Flash: BLITHE SPIRIT National Tour, Starring Angela Lansbury, Opens in Los Angeles!
From left, actor William H. Macy, director Scott Zigler and playwright David Mamet talk backstage after the opening night performance of "November" at the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012, in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo by Rya
Date:
10/08/2012
From: Photo Flash: NOVEMBER Opens in LA - Starry Arrivals, Curtain Call and More!
From left, cast members Todd Weeks, Rod McLachlan, Gregory Cruz, Felicity Huffman, Ed Begley, Jr. and playwright David Mamet backstage after the opening night performance of "November" at the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012,
Date:
10/08/2012
From: Photo Flash: NOVEMBER Opens in LA - Starry Arrivals, Curtain Call and More!
From left, cast members Felicity Huffman, Ed Begley, Jr., Rod McLachlan and playwright David Mamet talk backstage after the opening night performance of "November" at the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012, in Los Angeles, Cali
Date:
10/08/2012
From: Photo Flash: NOVEMBER Opens in LA - Starry Arrivals, Curtain Call and More!
From left, playwright David Mamet, actress Rebecca Pidgeon, cast member Ed Begley, Jr. and actress Rachelle Carson-Begley pose backstage after the opening night performance of "November" at the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum on Sunday, Oct. 7, 201
Date:
10/08/2012
From: Photo Flash: NOVEMBER Opens in LA - Starry Arrivals, Curtain Call and More!
Productions
Writing
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Adaptation
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Source Material
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Movies
A Life in the Theatre
[ 1979 ] Writer
[ 1979 ] Writer
The Postman Always Rings Twice
[ 1981 ] Writer
[ 1981 ] Writer
The Verdict
[ 1982 ] Writer
[ 1982 ] Writer
About Last Night...
[ 1986 ]
[ 1986 ]
Black Widow
[ 1987 ] Herb
[ 1987 ] Herb
House of Games
[ 1987 ] Writer
[ 1987 ] Writer
The Untouchables
[ 1987 ] Writer
[ 1987 ] Writer
Things Change
[ 1988 ] Writer
[ 1988 ] Writer
We're No Angels
[ 1989 ] Writer
[ 1989 ] Writer
Homicide
[ 1991 ] Writer
[ 1991 ] Writer
Glengarry Glen Ross
[ 1992 ] Writer
[ 1992 ] Writer
Hoffa
[ 1992 ] Writer
[ 1992 ] Writer
The Water Engine
[ 1992 ] Writer
[ 1992 ] Writer
Oleanna
[ 1994 ] Writer
[ 1994 ] Writer
Texan
[ 1994 ] Writer
[ 1994 ] Writer
Vanya on 42nd Street
[ 1994 ] Writer
[ 1994 ] Writer
American Buffalo
[ 1996 ]
[ 1996 ]
Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants
[ 1996 ]
[ 1996 ]
The Edge
[ 1997 ] Writer
[ 1997 ] Writer
The Spanish Prisoner
[ 1997 ] Writer
[ 1997 ] Writer
Wag the Dog
[ 1997 ] Writer
[ 1997 ] Writer
Frogs for Snakes
[ 1998 ]
[ 1998 ]
Lansky
[ 1999 ] Writer
[ 1999 ] Writer
The Winslow Boy
[ 1999 ] Writer
[ 1999 ] Writer
State and Main
[ 2000 ] Writer
[ 2000 ] Writer
Hannibal
[ 2001 ] Writer
[ 2001 ] Writer
Heist
[ 2001 ] Writer
[ 2001 ] Writer
Spartan
[ 2004 ] Writer
[ 2004 ] Writer
Edmond
[ 2005 ] Writer
[ 2005 ] Writer
Choke
[ 2008 ]
[ 2008 ]
Redbelt
[ 2008 ] writer/director
[ 2008 ] writer/director
Detective Cook and Ashby
[ 2010 ]
[ 2010 ]
Phil Spector
[ 2013 ] Writer
[ 2013 ] Writer
About Last Night
[ 2014 ]
[ 2014 ]
Knight of Cups
[ 2015 ]
[ 2015 ]
TV Shows
Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist
David
David
The Unit
[ 2006-2009 ] Creator
[ 2006-2009 ] Creator
The Simpsons
David Mamet
David Mamet
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best New Comedy
David MametBoston Marriage
Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding One Person Show
David Mamet, The Cryptogram
Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Play
David Mamet, The Cryptogram
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Obie Awards - 1995 - Best Play
David Mamet, Cryptogram
The Pulitzer Prize - 1995 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
David Mamet, The Cryptogram
The Pulitzer Prize - 1995 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
David Mamet, The Cryptogram
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding New Play
David Mamet, Oleanna
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding New Play
David Mamet, Speed the Plow
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Play
David Mamet, Speed-the-Plow
Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Play
David Mamet, Glengarry Glen Ross
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1984 - Best American Play
David Mamet, Glengarry Glen Ross
winner
The Pulitzer Prize - 1984 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
David Mamet, Glengarry Glen Ross
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Play
David Mamet, Glengarry Glen Ross
Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Play
David MametEdmund
winner
Olivier Awards - 1983 - Play of the Year
David MametGlengarry Glen Ross
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Best New Play
David Mamet, The Water Engine
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Best New American Play
David Mamet, American Buffalo
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1977 - Best American Play
David Mamet, American Buffalo
winner
Obie Awards - 1976 - Best New American Play
David Mamet, American Buffalo
winner
Obie Awards - 1976 - Best New American Play
David Mamet, Sexual Perversity in Chicago
Videos
Video: Patti LuPone Sings 'I Dreamed a Dream' from LES MISERABLES at Carnegie Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024
Video: LuPone & Everett Sing Bob Dylan's 'Forever Young' at Carnegie Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024
VIDEO: Sam Rockwell Talks AMERICAN BUFFALO Tony Nomination on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - May 11, 2022
VIDEO: Sam Rockwell Talks Rehearsing AMERICAN BUFFALO Throughout the Pandemic on the TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - Apr 19, 2022
VIDEO: Laurence Fishburne, Sam Rockwell & Darren Criss Talk AMERICAN BUFFALO
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 22, 2022
VIDEO: Rehearsal Footage of David Mamet's THE WOODS at Southwark Playhouse
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 19, 2022
VIDEO: Patti LuPone Shares Memories of Working With Stephen Sondheim and More on LATE NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2021
VIDEO: Kathryn Hahn Stages A Scene From GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS With American Girl Dolls
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2020
TV: Darren Criss, Laurence Fishburne and Sam Rockwell Talk AMERICAN BUFFALO on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 27, 2020
VIDEO: John Malkovich Talks BITTER WHEAT, His Career, and More With Neil Sean
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2019
VIDEO: Kerry Washington Talks About the Intensity of AMERICAN SON
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 13, 2018
VIDEO: Kerry Washington and Steven Pasquale Discuss AMERICAN SON on TODAY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 9, 2018
TV: Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale & More Celebrate Opening Night of AMERICAN SON!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Nov 5, 2018
VIDEO: Kerry Washington Discusses Her AMERICAN SON Role on LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 29, 2018
News
Michael McKean and More Join GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS on Broadway
Additional casting has been set for the new Broadway production of David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winning play Glengarry Glen Ross, directed by Tony & Olivier Award Winner Patrick Marber.
Additional casting has been set for the new Broadway production of David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winning play Glengarry Glen Ross, directed by Tony & Olivier Award Winner Patrick Marber.
Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, & Bryan Cranston Join David Mamet-Penned Film ASSASSINATION
Tony Award nominee Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, and Tony-award-winner Bryan Cranston are all set to star in Assassination, the mystery thriller film from director Barry Levinson and playwright David Mamet and Sam Bromell.
Tony Award nominee Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, and Tony-award-winner Bryan Cranston are all set to star in Assassination, the mystery thriller film from director Barry Levinson and playwright David Mamet and Sam Bromell.
Review: RACE is confronted by DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO
It takes on the clash of white men, black men, and black women and fearlessly looks at all sides when confronted with a crime. Who will do the right thing? It’s a question that seems to hang over the country right now, so RACE could not come at a better time.
It takes on the clash of white men, black men, and black women and fearlessly looks at all sides when confronted with a crime. Who will do the right thing? It’s a question that seems to hang over the country right now, so RACE could not come at a better time.
David Rasche and Mare Winningham Complete the Cast of CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage
David Rasche and Emmy Award winner, Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Mare Winningham will star in Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage Theater. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
David Rasche and Emmy Award winner, Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Mare Winningham will star in Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage Theater. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
DIRTY LAUNDRY Extends At WP Theater Through Late October
DIRTY LAUNDRY at WP Theater has extended its run through late October.
DIRTY LAUNDRY at WP Theater has extended its run through late October.
Patti LuPone in Plays- A History
On Broadway alone, Patti has appeared in 28 shows- 14 of them are plays. This season, she's appearing opposite the great Mia Farrow in Jen Silverman's The Roommate, which is now running on Broadway at the Booth Theatre. Let's look back on some of her other great dramatic performances with these videos.
On Broadway alone, Patti has appeared in 28 shows- 14 of them are plays. This season, she's appearing opposite the great Mia Farrow in Jen Silverman's The Roommate, which is now running on Broadway at the Booth Theatre. Let's look back on some of her other great dramatic performances with these videos.
Axial Theatre Presents THE BEST OF CACTUS FLOWERS: PART II September 27- 29
Axial Theatre in Westchester announced The Best of Cactus Flowers: Part II, featuring five short plays and a film screening from September 27-29 at St John's Episcopal Church in Pleasantville, NY.
Axial Theatre in Westchester announced The Best of Cactus Flowers: Part II, featuring five short plays and a film screening from September 27-29 at St John's Episcopal Church in Pleasantville, NY.
Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. Presents RACE This October
DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO. has announced their upcoming production of RACE, a provocative play by David Mamet.
DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO. has announced their upcoming production of RACE, a provocative play by David Mamet.
Preview: BEST OF CACTUS FLOWERS at Axial Theatre
One play asks the very timely question, 'Do your elected representatives really live the values they trumpet on the campaign trail??
One play asks the very timely question, 'Do your elected representatives really live the values they trumpet on the campaign trail??
Performances Added to ROYKO: THE TOUGHEST MAN IN CHICAGO
Additional dates have been added for the world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.
Additional dates have been added for the world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.
BWW Q&A: T.J. Elliott on HONOR at Knowledge Workings Theater
Written and directed by T.J. Elliott, HONOR stars Alinca Hamilton (Andrei Serban's Richard III, Julius Caesar at Classic Stage, To All the Black Girls... at Ars Nova), along with John Blaylock (Doctor Frankenstein at West End Theater, The Temple at The Brick, Proof at The Gallery Players), and Ed Altman (Love's Labor's Lost at Theatre Row, Atlantic Pharmaceuticals at The Tank, Jake Shore's Adjust The Procedure).
Written and directed by T.J. Elliott, HONOR stars Alinca Hamilton (Andrei Serban's Richard III, Julius Caesar at Classic Stage, To All the Black Girls... at Ars Nova), along with John Blaylock (Doctor Frankenstein at West End Theater, The Temple at The Brick, Proof at The Gallery Players), and Ed Altman (Love's Labor's Lost at Theatre Row, Atlantic Pharmaceuticals at The Tank, Jake Shore's Adjust The Procedure).
Cast & Creative Team Set for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at 5-Star Theatricals
5-Star Theatricals will present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, choreographed by Dana Solimando and directed by Brian Kite. Learn how to purchase tickets.
5-Star Theatricals will present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, choreographed by Dana Solimando and directed by Brian Kite. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Michael McKean Joins GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Revival
Michael McKean, who appeared opposite Bob Odenkirk as Chuck McGill, Esq., on AMC's 'Better Call Saul,' is set to play George Aaronow in the upcoming revival of Glengarry Glen Ross.
Michael McKean, who appeared opposite Bob Odenkirk as Chuck McGill, Esq., on AMC's 'Better Call Saul,' is set to play George Aaronow in the upcoming revival of Glengarry Glen Ross.
Photos: Meet the Cast of WP Theater's DIRTY LAUNDRY
Rehearsals are now underway for the world premiere of quirky comedy Dirty Laundry, starring Sasha Diamond as Red, Yvette Ganier as Blue, Amy Jo Jackson as Green, Lakisha May as Me, Emmy Award nominee Richard Masur as My Dad, and Drama Desk Award nominee Constance Shulman as Another Woman.
Rehearsals are now underway for the world premiere of quirky comedy Dirty Laundry, starring Sasha Diamond as Red, Yvette Ganier as Blue, Amy Jo Jackson as Green, Lakisha May as Me, Emmy Award nominee Richard Masur as My Dad, and Drama Desk Award nominee Constance Shulman as Another Woman.
ROYKO: THE TOUGHEST MAN IN CHICAGO Set Limited Run For Next Month
Toughest Man Productions and producers Lecy Goranson and Beth Kligerman have announced the world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.
Toughest Man Productions and producers Lecy Goranson and Beth Kligerman have announced the world premiere of Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago at Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.
Meet the Cast of THE ROOMMATE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone are returning to Broadway tonight in the new comedy, The Roommate by Jen Silverman. Meet the cast of The Roommate here!
Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone are returning to Broadway tonight in the new comedy, The Roommate by Jen Silverman. Meet the cast of The Roommate here!
Lakisha May, Richard Masur, Constance Shulman & More to Star in DIRTY LAUNDRY at WP Theater
The world premiere of quirky comedy Dirty Laundry will be presented at WP Theater. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
The world premiere of quirky comedy Dirty Laundry will be presented at WP Theater. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set For WAITING FOR GODOT at Theatre Royal Haymarket
Rehearsals have started for the new production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, directed by James Macdonald. Learn more about the cast here!
Rehearsals have started for the new production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, directed by James Macdonald. Learn more about the cast here!
Video: Patti LuPone Sings 'Some People' from GYPSY at Carnegie Hall
Watch Patti Lupone sing 'Some People' from Gypsy at Carnegie Hall.
Watch Patti Lupone sing 'Some People' from Gypsy at Carnegie Hall.
Video: Patti LuPone Sings 'I Dreamed a Dream' from LES MISERABLES at Carnegie Hall
In April 2024, Carnegie Hall welcomed Broadway legend and three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone back for “A Life in Notes”! See video of her performance of 'I Dreamed a Dream' from Les Miserables here!
In April 2024, Carnegie Hall welcomed Broadway legend and three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone back for “A Life in Notes”! See video of her performance of 'I Dreamed a Dream' from Les Miserables here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has David Mamet written?
David Mamet has written 29 shows including A Life in the Theatre (Playwright), The Water Engine (Playwright), Duck Variations (Playwright), The Woods (Playwright), Prairie du Chien and The Shawl (Playwright), Orchards (Adaptation), Urban Blight (Bookwriter), Bobby Gould in Hell (Playwright), Reunion (Playwright), Oleanna (Playwright), Death Defying Acts (Playwright), The Cryptogram (Playwright), Edmond (Playwright), The Old Neighborhood (Playwright), The Water Engine/Mr. Happiness (Playwright), Sexual Perversity in Chicago-The Duck Variations (Author), Boston Marriage (Playwright), Romance (Playwright), Glengarry Glen Ross (Playwright), The Voysey Inheritance (Adaptation), November (Playwright), Speed-The-Plow (Playwright), American Buffalo (Playwright), Two Unrelated Plays by David Mamet: Keep Your Pantheon and School (Playwright), Oleanna (Playwright), Race (Playwright), China Doll (Author), The Penitent (Playwright), Bitter Wheat (Okaywright).
What awards has David Mamet been nominated for?
Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Boston Marriage, Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cryptogram, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cryptogram, Best Play (Obie Awards) for Cryptogram, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Cryptogram, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Cryptogram, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Oleanna, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Speed the Plow, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Speed-the-Plow, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross, Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Glengarry Glen Ross , Best Play (Tony Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Edmund, Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross, Best New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Water Engine, Best New American Play (Drama Desk Awards) for American Buffalo, Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for American Buffalo, Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for American Buffalo and Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for Sexual Perversity in Chicago.
What awards has David Mamet won?
David Mamet has received numerous awards for his work, including: - Best Play (Obie Awards) for Cryptogram - Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Glengarry Glen Ross - Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross - Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for American Buffalo - Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for American Buffalo - Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for Sexual Perversity in Chicago.
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