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Avi Hoffman

Birth Place: Bronx, NY, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1987
David

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1983
Performer

Writing


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Avi HoffmanDeath of a Salesman

Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding One Person Show

Avi Hoffman, Too Jewish?

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding One Person Show

Avi Hoffman, Too Jewish?

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Carbonell Awards Announce 120 Finalists for 2023-2024 Theater Season

Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the top six finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. A total of 89 professional productions at 29 theatres were evaluated by a diverse group of more than 40 judges representing all three participating counties (Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach).
Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Offers 'YI Love Jewish' Shows as Part of 2024-2025 season

Together with the City of Aventura, the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center will offer four “YI Love Jewish” shows during its upcoming 2024-2025 season that will highlight the best of Jewish culture and history as presented through song, dance, theater and music.
Aventura Arts & Cultural Center October Lineup to Feature Song, Music and Dance

Season kickoffs of two South Florida cultural favorites, along with joyful Jewish music and dance are all on tap during October at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Review: BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS WITH GLENN ROSENBLUM Part 1 at CVRep

When you can hear a room audibly smile, then you know you are in the presence of Glenn Rosenblum. He’s charming, clever, witty, playfully spills the Tea, shows off his encyclopedic knowledge regarding all things Broadway, and displays his utmost respect for this genre of entertainment. 
West Boca Community Theatre To Celebrate The Legacy of Joe Papp This June

Join the West Boca Community Theater on June 22nd for a musical celebration honoring the legacy of Joe Papp, a pivotal figure in American theater.
SKINTIGHT Comes to Island City Stage In May

Island City Stage is presenting Skintight by Joshua Harmon, running May 30 through June 23.
CABARET Comes to Miami in March

Zoetic Stage and the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County will present the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic CABARET from March 14-April 7.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Miami Metro Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Miami Metro Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Miami Metro Awards; SPRING AWAKENING, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Brévo Theatre & More Lead!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Miami Metro Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Miami Metro Awards; SPRING AWAKENING, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Brévo Theatre & More Lead!

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Miami Metro Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
New Names Added to Hanukkah Event With Tovah Feldshuh

On December 10, join Tovah Feldshuh and other talented performers for a unique Hanukkah event. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of entertainment.
BroadwayWorld Miami Metro Awards December 5th Standings; SPRING AWAKENING Leads Best Musical!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Miami Metro Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Miami Metro Awards; THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Leads Best Play!

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Miami Metro Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
IMPORTED BRIDEGROOM: THE MUSICAL World Premiere Adaptation is Coming to the 14th Street Y Theater

The beloved turn of the 20th century tale 'The Imported Bridegroom' by Abraham Cahan is set to take the stage in a brand new musical, starring Avi Hoffman.
Eleanor Reissa's THE LAST SURVIVOR Play Reading To Explore Post-Holocaust, Modern Jewish Life

 'The Last Survivor,' a play reading from the anthology by Tony Award-nominated director, playwright, and actress Eleanor Reissa, is set to take place on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Levis JCC Boca Raton and on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 2:00 pm at the Alper JCC Miami.
Broadcaster Arlene Herson Will Be Honored At A Silent Auction

Broadcaster/journalist/philanthropist Arlene Herson will be honored at a Silent Auction on March 22nd.  The event, which will take place at Boca Raton's Gallery 22, will be co-sponsored by the gallery and YI Love Jewish.  The proceeds from the auction will benefit YI Love Jewish' mission to fight antisemitism through the arts.
YI Love Jewish To Present Free Readings Of Josef Mundi's IT'S GOING AROUND

As part of the YI Love Play Reading Series, YI Love Jewish will present Avi Hoffman's English translation of the controversial Hebrew thriller It's Going Around by Josef Mundi, for audiences in Boca Raton and Miami Beach on March 26 and March 28, 2023. 
The Wick Theatre Presents MILK AND HONEY Starring Avi Hoffman

The Wick Theatre's Season Nine opener is five-time Tony Award-nominated Milk and Honey, a sweet and inspirational musical full of romance and comedy. The Wick's lively version stars New York Drama Desk Award-nominated actor and producer Avi Hoffman, who is renowned for his acclaimed performances that celebrate his Jewish heritage.
The 4th Annual Yi Love YIDDISHFEST '22 Is Live In South Florida, August 30 - September 4

The 4th Annual YI Love YiddishFest '22 (yiddishfest.org) is a six-day extravaganza of comedy, concerts and plays with contemporary Jewish celebrity headliners such as YidLife Crisis, Kosha Dillz, Avi Hoffman and a concert version of the NY hit musical Stars of David.
GableStage Presents BOCA This Month

GableStage presents BOCA by Jessica Provenz, a not-to-be-missed comedy about how a group of saucy retirees come together in the fictional gated community of Royal Oasis in Boca Raton.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Avi Hoffman written?

Avi Hoffman has written 1 shows including Avi Hoffman's Still Jewish After all These Years (Creator).

What awards has Avi Hoffman been nominated for?

Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Death of a Salesman, Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for Too Jewish? and Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for Too Jewish?.

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