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BIO

Neil Pepe received a Tony Nomination for Best Director for the production of American Buffalo. Broadway: Hands on a Hardbody; Speed-the-Plow; A Life in the Theatre. Off-Broadway/regional: A Play Is A Poem (CTG); Juno and the Paycock (Irish Rep); On the Shore of the Wide World, The Penitent, Marie and Rosetta, Hold on to Me Darling, Dying for It, 3 Kinds of Exile, Happy Hour, Offices, Almost an Evening, Parlour Song, The Night Heron, Mojo, Celebration, The Room, Dreams of Flying Dreams of Falling, Sea of Tranquility, Blue/Orange, Wolf Lullaby (Atlantic); The Subject Was Roses, Keep Your Pantheon, Romance (Center Theatre Group, Atlantic); Red Angel (Williamstown); Further Than the Furthest Thing (MTC); The Beginning of August (South Coast Repertory, Atlantic); American Buffalo (Donmar Warehouse, Atlantic); Refuge (Playwrights Horizons). Neil has been the artistic director of Atlantic Theater Company since 1992.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Brian

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Young Waiter/Foreman

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Captain

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Ben(Wonderful Party)

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Andre

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[Off-Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2022]
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[Off-Broadway, 2021]
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[Off-Broadway, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
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[Broadway, 2013]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Broadway, 2010]
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[Off-Broadway, 2010]
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[Off-Broadway, 2009]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2006]
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[Off-Broadway, 1999]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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[Off-Broadway, 1997]
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[Off-Broadway, 1996]
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[Off-Broadway, 1995]
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[Off-Broadway, 1995]
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[Off-Broadway, 1994]
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[Off-Broadway, 1994]
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[Off-Broadway, 1992]
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[Off-Broadway, 1992]
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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Direction of a Play

Neil Pepe, American Buffalo

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News


Atlantic Theater Company Reveals Complete Dates for 2024-2025 Season

Atlantic Theater Company has revealed the complete dates for its 2024-2025 season. Atlantic’s 2024-2025 season will include Eliya Smith’s Grief Camp directed by Tony Award nominee Les Waters and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Adam Driver & HOLD ONTO ME DARLING Cast Celebrate Opening Night

Hold on to Me Darling is now playing at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. Check out photos of star Adam Driver and the cast on opening night!
Photos: Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch & More at HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Opening Night

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Hold on to Me Darling at The Lucille Lortel Theatre, starring Adam Driver! See photos of stars including Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch and more.
Review Roundup: Adam Driver Stars In HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Off Broadway

Stage and screen star Adam Driver returns to the New York theatre scene in Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling. Read the reviews!
Photos: Adam Driver & More in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING

Get a first look at photos of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling, starring Adam Driver, at the Lucille Lortel Theatre ahead of their opening night. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photo: First Look at Adam Driver in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING

Get a first look at Adam Driver in Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling, which is running at the Lucille Lortel theatre. Directed by Neil Pepe, the production will opens on Wednesday, October 16th.
Atlantic Theater Company to Present The Judith Champion Caribbean MixFest

Atlantic Theater Company will present the Judith Champion Caribbean MixFest. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set for HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Starring Adam Driver

The complete cast has been revealed for the upcoming production of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling starring Adam Driver this fall. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Five World Premiere Plays Set for Atlantic Theater Company 2024-2025 Season

Atlantic Theater Company has unveiled its 2024-2025 season of five world premiere plays. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Adam Driver to Star in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING at the Lucille Lortel Theatre

Adam Driver will star in a new production of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets!
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 7/25/2024; Jobs In Tech, Sales and More

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 7/25/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Photos: Patti Lupone, Justin Peck and More Turn Out for Atlantic Theater Company's 2024 Gala

Atlantic Theater Company presented their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza (768 Fifth Avenue). See photos from the event. 
Photos: See Tony Shalhoub & More in Rehearsals for WHAT BECAME OF US

Check out rehearsal photos of What Became of Us starring Tony Shalhoub, BD Wong, and more. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards

The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards were presented at the annual ceremony on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you on the red carpet at the big night. Check out photos here!
Photos: See Sandra Oh & More in Rehearsals for THE WELKIN

Get a first look at rehearsals for The Welkin! Learn how to purchase tickets.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards

Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
Recap the Many Plays of THE OUTSIDERS Book Writer Adam Rapp

The Outsiders marks Adam Rapp's first book of a musical that he has written, but he's no stranger to writing for the stage, having written several plays throughout his career. In honor of Rapp's first musical coming to Broadway, we're taking a walk down memory lane and revisiting some of his plays.
Photo: Laurence Fishburne and Sam Rockwell Visit LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

An American Buffalo reunion took place at Little Shop of Horrors when Laurence Fishburne and Sam Rockwell came to visit their former co-star Darren Criss! See photos!
GB Public Will Host 'A Conversation With Neil Pepe' Next Week

GB Public will present a Conversation with Neil Pepe, influential Artistic Director of the Atlantic Theater Company. All are welcome to join the FREE event, Monday, February 26th, 6pm, St. James Place, Great Barrington.
Great Barrington Public Theater to Host Live, Sit-Down Talk With Neil Pepe

Great Barrington Public Theater is inviting theater lovers and artists to take part in the company’s Conversation With Neil Pepe.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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and Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for American Buffalo.

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