Alfred Uhry
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Review Roundup: PARADE National Tour Starring Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer (Jan 16, 2025)
PARADE Comes to the Kauffman Center This Month (Jan 9, 2025)
Video: Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer Are Getting Ready to Hit the Road in PARADE (Jan 1, 2025)
Review Roundup: PARADE National Tour Starring Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer (Jan 16, 2025)
PARADE Comes to the Kauffman Center This Month (Jan 9, 2025)
Video: Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer Are Getting Ready to Hit the Road in PARADE (Jan 1, 2025)
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Movies
Mystic Pizza
[ 1988 ] writer
[ 1988 ] writer
Driving Miss Daisy
[ 1989 ] writer
[ 1989 ] writer
Rich in Love
[ 1992 ] writer
[ 1992 ] writer
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Book of a Musica
Alfred Uhry, LoveMusik
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Best Musical
Alfred Uhry, Parade
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Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Book of a Musical
Alfred Uhry, Parade
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding New Play
Alfred Uhry, The Last Night of Ballyhoo
The Pulitzer Prize - 1997 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Alfred Uhry, Ballyhoo
The Pulitzer Prize - 1997 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Alfred Uhry, The Last Night of Ballyhoo
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Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Play
Alfred Uhry, The Last Night of Ballyhoo
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The Pulitzer Prize - 1988 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Alfred Uhry, Driving Miss Daisy
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Lyrics
Alfred Uhry, The Robber Bridegroom
Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Alfred Uhry, The Robber Bridegroom
Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Book of a Musical
Alfred Uhry, The Robber Bridegroom
Videos
Video: Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer Are Getting Ready to Hit the Road in PARADE
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-01-01 15:00:20
Video: The North American Tour of PARADE Comes to The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-11-30 15:53:46
Video: Jason Robert Brown and Alfred Uhry Celebrate Tony Win for 'Best Revival of a Musical'
by Richard Ridge - 2023-06-12 12:49:14
Video: Ben Platt Discusses PARADE Feeling 'Frighteningly Contemporary' on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - 2023-05-12 09:52:45
Video: Courtnee Carter and Douglas Lyons From PARADE Perform at the Future of Everything Festival
by Stephi Wild - 2023-05-03 09:32:18
Video: Watch Ben Platt & Micaela Diamond Perform 'This Is Not Over Yet' From PARADE on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - 2023-03-23 10:41:38
Video: Jason Robert Brown & Alfred Uhry Discuss the Process of Bringing PARADE to the Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-06 15:08:38
Video: Ben Platt & Micaela Diamond on Why Now Is 'The Moment' for PARADE
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-03-02 10:30:20
Video: NYC Mayor Eric Adams Takes The Stage At PARADE To Condemn Anti-Semitic Protest
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-02-23 23:41:27
Video: Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond, and the Cast of PARADE Take Their First Bows
by Stephi Wild - 2023-02-22 06:18:00
VIDEO: Ben Platt & Micaela Diamond Discuss the Significance of Bringing PARADE to Broadway
by Michael Major - 2023-01-10 14:04:17
Video: Alex Joseph Grayson Sings 'Feel the Rain Fall' from PARADE at New York City Center
by Show Highlights - 2022-11-08 11:05:49
Video: Watch Ben Platt Sing 'This Is Not Over Yet' From PARADE
by Show Highlights - 2022-11-02 12:31:09
Photos & Video: First Look at Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond & More in PARADE
by Show Highlights - 2022-11-02 12:21:42
Video: Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond, Jason Robert Brown & More Rehearse City Center Encores! PARADE
by Sneak Peek - 2022-10-25 22:06:19
Broadway Rewind: THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM Returns with Steven Pasquale!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-10-10 14:01:00
Broadway Rewind: Watch Scenes from PARADE, with Jeremy Jordan, Laura Benanti and More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-08-18 17:01:00
Broadway Rewind: Watch Full Scenes from LOVEMUSIK on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-04-11 16:31:00
News
Review Roundup: PARADE National Tour Starring Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer
The touring production of the recent Broadway revival of Parade is now on tour across the United States. What did the critics think? Read all the reviews. The company is led by Max Chernin (Broadway Revival of Parade) and Talia Suskauer who will play Leo and Lucille Frank.
The touring production of the recent Broadway revival of Parade is now on tour across the United States. What did the critics think? Read all the reviews. The company is led by Max Chernin (Broadway Revival of Parade) and Talia Suskauer who will play Leo and Lucille Frank.
PARADE Comes to the Kauffman Center This Month
PARADE, winner of the 2023 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, will be part of the 24–25 PNC Broadway in Kansas City season and will make its Kansas City premiere at Kauffman Center this month.
PARADE, winner of the 2023 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, will be part of the 24–25 PNC Broadway in Kansas City season and will make its Kansas City premiere at Kauffman Center this month.
Video: Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer Are Getting Ready to Hit the Road in PARADE
Meet the Franks! Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer are getting ready to hit the road in the national tour of Parade. Watch in this video as the pair chats more about how they manifested sharing the stage together, how they are getting ready to tour the country, and so much more.
Meet the Franks! Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer are getting ready to hit the road in the national tour of Parade. Watch in this video as the pair chats more about how they manifested sharing the stage together, how they are getting ready to tour the country, and so much more.
PARADE Comes to Playhouse on the Square Next Month
Playhouse on the Square will present Parade next month. With a book by Alfred Uhry, and music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, the show was co-conceived and directed on Broadway by Harold Prince.
Playhouse on the Square will present Parade next month. With a book by Alfred Uhry, and music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, the show was co-conceived and directed on Broadway by Harold Prince.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at EUREKA DAY Opening Night
Eureka Day by Jonathan Spector, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro, is now officially open on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there at opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
Eureka Day by Jonathan Spector, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro, is now officially open on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there at opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
DRIVING MISS DAISY Announced At Walnut Street Theatre
Walnut Street Theatre will present the heartwarming and thought-provoking classic story DRIVING MISS DAISY as part of their 216th season of dreams.
Walnut Street Theatre will present the heartwarming and thought-provoking classic story DRIVING MISS DAISY as part of their 216th season of dreams.
Full Cast Set for PARADE National Tour Starring Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer
The full cast has been set for the National Tour of Parade. The tour will feature seven members of the Broadway revival company. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
The full cast has been set for the National Tour of Parade. The tour will feature seven members of the Broadway revival company. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: The North American Tour of PARADE Comes to The 5th Avenue Theatre
The national tour of Parade, starring Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer, will play The 5th Avenue Theatre from April 16th through May 4, 2025. Watch a trailer for the tour in the video here!
The national tour of Parade, starring Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer, will play The 5th Avenue Theatre from April 16th through May 4, 2025. Watch a trailer for the tour in the video here!
Review: THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO at City Theatre Austin
At City Theatre Austin, Payton Trahan (dir) captures the heart of “The Last Night of Ballyhoo” with precision and empathy, offering audiences a compelling reminder of the cost of exclusion and the beauty of embracing one’s roots.
At City Theatre Austin, Payton Trahan (dir) captures the heart of “The Last Night of Ballyhoo” with precision and empathy, offering audiences a compelling reminder of the cost of exclusion and the beauty of embracing one’s roots.
PARADE to Replace ALI in the Next Broadway In Chicago Season
Broadway In Chicago revealed that ALI, originally scheduled for next year, will be postponed until further notice. Parade will take its place. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway In Chicago revealed that ALI, originally scheduled for next year, will be postponed until further notice. Parade will take its place. Learn how to purchase tickets.
PARADE Comes to the Fisher Theater Next Year
Broadway In Detroit has announced that Parade, winner of the 2023 Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical, will make its Detroit premiere at the Fisher Theatre February 25 – March 9, 2025.
Broadway In Detroit has announced that Parade, winner of the 2023 Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical, will make its Detroit premiere at the Fisher Theatre February 25 – March 9, 2025.
City Theatre Austin Presents LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO In November
City Theatre Austin will present Alfred Uhry's award-winning play, LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO, from November 8 to 24.
City Theatre Austin will present Alfred Uhry's award-winning play, LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO, from November 8 to 24.
Tickets for Season's Final Five Broadway Shows on Sale at The Smith Center
Going on sale Friday, October 18: the final five shows of The Smith Center’s 2024-2025 Toyota Broadway Las Vegas® Series. The season features productions direct from Broadway that have been collectively showered with multiple Tony Awards®, Drama Desk Awards and Olivier Awards.
Going on sale Friday, October 18: the final five shows of The Smith Center’s 2024-2025 Toyota Broadway Las Vegas® Series. The season features productions direct from Broadway that have been collectively showered with multiple Tony Awards®, Drama Desk Awards and Olivier Awards.
Interview: Naomi Rose-Mock of PARADE at Arts@Faith
For 105 people per night over the course of eight performances, Rose-Mock brought to life Alfred Uhry’s book and Jason Robert Brown’s lyrics about Leo Frank, a Jewish factory superintendent who was tried, convicted and lynched after being accused of murdering Mary Phagan, a 13-year-old who had worked at the factory.
For 105 people per night over the course of eight performances, Rose-Mock brought to life Alfred Uhry’s book and Jason Robert Brown’s lyrics about Leo Frank, a Jewish factory superintendent who was tried, convicted and lynched after being accused of murdering Mary Phagan, a 13-year-old who had worked at the factory.
What We Know So Far About MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL on Broadway
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
DRIVING MISS DAISY Comes to Emerson Theater Collaborative
The Arts Academy of Sedona and Emerson Theater Collaborative announced a production of DRIVING MISS DAISY by Alfred Uhry, set for October 4-6, 2024, at Verde Valley School's Brady Hall. Directed by Camilla, the cast includes Joan Westmoreland, Ernest Pittman, and James Yaw.
The Arts Academy of Sedona and Emerson Theater Collaborative announced a production of DRIVING MISS DAISY by Alfred Uhry, set for October 4-6, 2024, at Verde Valley School's Brady Hall. Directed by Camilla, the cast includes Joan Westmoreland, Ernest Pittman, and James Yaw.
Boca Stage's THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO to Open at the Delray Beach Playhouse in October
Boca Stage’s second production of the 2024-2025 season will be The Last Night of Ballyhoo by Pulitzer Prize/Tony Award/and Academy Award-winning playwright Alfred Uhry. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Boca Stage’s second production of the 2024-2025 season will be The Last Night of Ballyhoo by Pulitzer Prize/Tony Award/and Academy Award-winning playwright Alfred Uhry. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
PARADE National Tour is Coming to Chicago in 2025
The national tour of PARADE, will play the CIBC Theatre for a limited two-week engagement in 2025. PARADE is directed by Tony Award winner Michael Arden and will star Max Cherin and Talia Suskauer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The national tour of PARADE, will play the CIBC Theatre for a limited two-week engagement in 2025. PARADE is directed by Tony Award winner Michael Arden and will star Max Cherin and Talia Suskauer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer Will Lead PARADE On Tour
BroadwayWorld has learned that Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer will lead the tour of Broadway revival of Parade as Leo and Lucille Frank, which will tour in 2025.
BroadwayWorld has learned that Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer will lead the tour of Broadway revival of Parade as Leo and Lucille Frank, which will tour in 2025.
Heather Headley and Ben Platt Will Join Jason Robert Brown at Carnegie Hall
Tony and Grammy Award-winning artists Heather Headley and Ben Platt will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
Tony and Grammy Award-winning artists Heather Headley and Ben Platt will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Alfred Uhry written?
Alfred Uhry has written 11 shows including Parade (Source Material), Here's Where I Belong (Lyricist), The Robber Bridegroom (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Chapeau (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Swing (Lyricist), Driving Miss Daisy (Playwright), The Last Night of Ballyhoo (Playwright), The Light in the Piazza (Bookwriter), LoveMusik (Bookwriter), In Your Arms (Story), My Paris (Book).
What awards has Alfred Uhry been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musica (Drama Desk Awards) for LoveMusik, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Parade, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Parade, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Last Night of Ballyhoo, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Ballyhoo, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Last Night of Ballyhoo , Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Last Night of Ballyhoo, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Driving Miss Daisy, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Robber Bridegroom, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Robber Bridegroom and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Robber Bridegroom .
What awards has Alfred Uhry won?
Alfred Uhry has won several prestigious awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Parade, Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Parade, Best Play at the Tony Awards for The Last Night of Ballyhoo, and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Driving Miss Daisy.
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