Annie Baker
Latest News on Annie Baker:
GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Comes to the Players' Ring Theatre (Feb 14, 2025)
THE BOOK OF WILL and More Set for Road Less Traveled Productions 25/26 Season (Feb 11, 2025)
Finalists Revealed For The 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize (Feb 4, 2025)
GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Comes to the Players' Ring Theatre (Feb 14, 2025)
THE BOOK OF WILL and More Set for Road Less Traveled Productions 25/26 Season (Feb 11, 2025)
Finalists Revealed For The 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize (Feb 4, 2025)
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Movies
While We're Young
[ 2014 ] Elise
[ 2014 ] Elise
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Play
Annie Baker, Infinite Life
winner
The Pulitzer Prize - 2014 - Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Annie Baker, The Flick
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Play
Annie Baker, The Flick
winner
Obie Awards - 2013 - Playwriting
Annie Baker, The Flick
winner
Obie Awards - 2010 - Best New American Play
Annie Baker, Circle Mirror Transformation
winner
Obie Awards - 2010 - Best New American Play
Annie Baker, The Aliens
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Play
Annie BakerBody Awareness
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
Annie Baker, Body Awareness
Videos
Find Yourself in HOME Manchester's Spring/Summer 2018 Season; Full Lineup Announced
by BWW News Desk - 2017-10-26 07:01:55
VIDEO: Pulitzer Finalist Jordan Harrison on Artificial Intelligence and MARJORIE PRIME
by Michael Dale - 2015-12-10 14:59:50
STAGE TUBE: Audiences React to Winnie Holzman's CHOICE at Huntington
by Stage Tube - 2015-10-30 16:58:59
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes - Winnie Holzman and Sheryl Kaller Chat CHOICE at Huntington
by Stage Tube - 2015-10-30 16:54:59
VIDEO: THE BAND'S VISIT, Soon To Be a Harold Prince, David Yazbek, Itamar Moses Musical Premiering at The Atlantic
by Michael Dale - 2015-10-14 18:31:28
STAGE TUBE: 10 OUT OF 12 Playwright Anne Washburn Mentors Students in WA
by Stage Tube - 2015-06-11 18:08:25
STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lippa Inspires Students in Michigan for DGF's Traveling Masters
by Stage Tube - 2015-05-11 16:14:19
TV: New York City's Signature Theatre on Winning the 2014 Regional Theatre Award
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2014-06-08 23:16:54
TV: Signature Theatre Breaks Ground on New Signature Center; Norton et al. Announce New Season
by Broadway Beat - 2011-09-29 12:22:40
News
GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Comes to the Players' Ring Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025
In collaboration with Bardo Theatre Company, “Gruesome Playground Injuries” will be on stage at the Players’ Ring Theatre beginning this month. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025
In collaboration with Bardo Theatre Company, “Gruesome Playground Injuries” will be on stage at the Players’ Ring Theatre beginning this month. Learn more here!
THE BOOK OF WILL and More Set for Road Less Traveled Productions 25/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2025
Road Less Traveled Productions has revealed its 2025-2026 Season which will include a co-production with Shakespeare in Delaware Park in celebration of their 50th anniversary. See the full program and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2025
Road Less Traveled Productions has revealed its 2025-2026 Season which will include a co-production with Shakespeare in Delaware Park in celebration of their 50th anniversary. See the full program and learn how to purchase tickets.
Finalists Revealed For The 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award. Learn more about the finalists and the award here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced this year's finalists for the prestigious international playwriting award. Learn more about the finalists and the award here!
Judges and Date Set For The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025
The organizers of The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize have announced that the playwriting award will be presented at an invitation-only event on Monday, March 10 at Playwrights Horizons in New York City. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025
The organizers of The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize have announced that the playwriting award will be presented at an invitation-only event on Monday, March 10 at Playwrights Horizons in New York City. Learn more here!
THE ANTIPODES Announced At Shaking The Tree Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2025
Shaking the Tree Theatre will present The Antipodes by Annie Baker, directed by Samantha Van Der Merwe, running February 22nd - March 22nd. Pulitzer Prize-winner, Annie Baker's latest play is about people telling stories about telling stories.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2025
Shaking the Tree Theatre will present The Antipodes by Annie Baker, directed by Samantha Van Der Merwe, running February 22nd - March 22nd. Pulitzer Prize-winner, Annie Baker's latest play is about people telling stories about telling stories.
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre of 2024
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025
What did our critic have to say about Toronto's Top Theatre of 2024?
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025
What did our critic have to say about Toronto's Top Theatre of 2024?
UNCLE VANYA Comes To Life In A Chicago Factory This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 31, 2024
January brings many transformations, but one of the most unusual being anticipated by those who follow theatre here is the transformation of a northside titanium parts factory into the fading estate that is the setting for Anton Chekhov's UNCLE VANYA.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 31, 2024
January brings many transformations, but one of the most unusual being anticipated by those who follow theatre here is the transformation of a northside titanium parts factory into the fading estate that is the setting for Anton Chekhov's UNCLE VANYA.
UNCLE VANYA Comes To Life In A Chicago Factory
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 29, 2024
With only 35 seats per show, the intimate production of Uncle Vanya sponsored by The New Theatre Project will take place inside a manufacturing operation called Servi-Sure.
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 29, 2024
With only 35 seats per show, the intimate production of Uncle Vanya sponsored by The New Theatre Project will take place inside a manufacturing operation called Servi-Sure.
Playwrights Horizons Renames Mainstage 'The Judith O. Rubin Theater' After Longtime Board Chair
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024
Playwrights Horizons has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024
Playwrights Horizons has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
Ensemble Studio Theatre Announces New Youngblood Members
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024
Ensemble Studio Theatre announced the new members of its Youngblood program, a collective of emerging playwrights under 30.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024
Ensemble Studio Theatre announced the new members of its Youngblood program, a collective of emerging playwrights under 30.
Annie Baker's JANET PLANET to Begin Streaming Exclusively On Max in November
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 15, 2024
A24’s JANET PLANET, written and directed by Annie Baker, will make its streaming debut on Max on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1. The film will debut on HBO linear on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 15, 2024
A24’s JANET PLANET, written and directed by Annie Baker, will make its streaming debut on Max on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1. The film will debut on HBO linear on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
The Actors' Reading Collective Will Present West Coast Premiere of THE ANTIPODES
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2024
The Actors’ Reading Collective, in residence at Marin Shakespeare Company, has announced the West Coast premiere of Annie Baker’s The Antipodes.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2024
The Actors’ Reading Collective, in residence at Marin Shakespeare Company, has announced the West Coast premiere of Annie Baker’s The Antipodes.
Review: THE FLICK at Gaslight Baker Theatre
by Victoria Schwarz - Oct 2, 2024
What did our critic think of THE FLICK at Gaslight Baker Theatre?
by Victoria Schwarz - Oct 2, 2024
What did our critic think of THE FLICK at Gaslight Baker Theatre?
Signature Theatre Names Emily Shooltz as the Organization's New Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024
Signature Theatre has announced Emily Shooltz as the organization’s new Artistic Director. Shooltz will step into the role November 1, following a nationwide search for a dynamic candidate with the experience and daring to carry Signature’s mission and unique producing model into the future.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024
Signature Theatre has announced Emily Shooltz as the organization’s new Artistic Director. Shooltz will step into the role November 1, following a nationwide search for a dynamic candidate with the experience and daring to carry Signature’s mission and unique producing model into the future.
Audra McDonald, Sara Bareilles, Alan Cumming and More Set For 2024 New Yorker Festival
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024
This year's New Yorker festival is set to take place next month, and includes a host of Broadway names on its slate. The lineup will include talks with Alan Cumming, Audra McDonald, Ayad Akhtar, Sara Bareilles, and more. Additionally, a screening of the new film adapation of The Piano Lesson will be held.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024
This year's New Yorker festival is set to take place next month, and includes a host of Broadway names on its slate. The lineup will include talks with Alan Cumming, Audra McDonald, Ayad Akhtar, Sara Bareilles, and more. Additionally, a screening of the new film adapation of The Piano Lesson will be held.
Sydney Theatre Company Announces 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024
Sydney Theatre Company has announced its 2025 season, featuring a lineup of new productions and classic revivals.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024
Sydney Theatre Company has announced its 2025 season, featuring a lineup of new productions and classic revivals.
Riot Act's Site Specific Chekhov Adaptation GROSS OLD MAN Premieres In LA Arts District Loft
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2024
Riot Act announced Gross Old Man, a hyper-intimate adaptation of Chekhov's Uncle Vanya, opening September 12th at Crawlspace LA in Downtown Los Angeles. Limited to 25 audience members per night.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2024
Riot Act announced Gross Old Man, a hyper-intimate adaptation of Chekhov's Uncle Vanya, opening September 12th at Crawlspace LA in Downtown Los Angeles. Limited to 25 audience members per night.
UTA Names Patrick Herold And Rachel Viola Co-Heads Of Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024
UTA has named Patrick Herold and Rachel Viola co-heads of the agency’s theatre practice. Read more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024
UTA has named Patrick Herold and Rachel Viola co-heads of the agency’s theatre practice. Read more.
Patrick Herold and Rachel Viola to Oversee United Talent Agency Theater Operations
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2024
Patrick Herold and Rachel Viola have been promoted as co-heads of UTA's theater division. The duo will reportedly report to Jay Gassner and Allan Haldeman (partners and co-heads of talent and TV lit, respectively) and will oversee the day-to-day workings of the department.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2024
Patrick Herold and Rachel Viola have been promoted as co-heads of UTA's theater division. The duo will reportedly report to Jay Gassner and Allan Haldeman (partners and co-heads of talent and TV lit, respectively) and will oversee the day-to-day workings of the department.
COAL MINE THEATRE Kicks-Off 2024-25 Season With Canadian Premiere Of Annie Baker's INFINITE LIFE
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2024
COAL MINE THEATRE will get their 10th anniversary season underway with one of the most hotly anticipated shows of the fall season, the Canadian Premiere of Annie Baker’s most recent play, INFINITE LIFE, on stage September 6 – September 29 at the company’s Danforth home.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2024
COAL MINE THEATRE will get their 10th anniversary season underway with one of the most hotly anticipated shows of the fall season, the Canadian Premiere of Annie Baker’s most recent play, INFINITE LIFE, on stage September 6 – September 29 at the company’s Danforth home.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Annie Baker written?
Annie Baker has written 6 shows including Circle Mirror Transformation (Playwright), The Aliens (Playwright), The Flick (Playwright), John (Playwright), The Antipodes (Playwright), Infinite Life (Playwright).
What awards has Annie Baker been nominated for?
Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Infinite Life, Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Flick, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Flick, Playwriting (Obie Awards) for The Flick, Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation, Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for The Aliens, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Body Awareness and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Body Awareness.
What awards has Annie Baker won?
Annie Baker has received several prestigious awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for The Flick. She has also won Playwriting at the Obie Awards for The Flick. Additionally, she received the Obie Award for Best New American Play for both Circle Mirror Transformation and The Aliens.
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