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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
The New Group & Vineyard Theatre World Premiere, 2019
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival at The Public Theater, 2017
Gertrude

[Off-Broadway]
LCT3/Lincoln Center Theater production, 2016
Roberta

[Off-Broadway]
2econd Stage Theatre Production, 2014
Marge

[Off-Broadway]
Red Bull Theater Production, 2011
Elizabeth Sawyer

[Off-Broadway]
Primary Stages Production, 2009
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Undine Barnes Calles

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Grusha

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Maria

[Off-Broadway]
1985
Local

[Off-Broadway]
1985
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1984
Performer

Writing

Playwright
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Playwright

Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2011 - Performance

Charlayne Woodard, Charlayne Woodard

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Charlayne Woodard, In Real Life


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Charlayne Woodard, In Real Life


winner
Obie Awards - 2000 - Performance

Charlayne WoodardIn the Blood

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News


THE PIANO LESSON Opens This Month At Long Beach Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025

The Piano Lesson by August Wilson will begin performances at Long Beach Playhouse on February 22 and will run to March 22, 2025. August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize winning play, THE PIANO LESSON is part of the playwright's Pittsburg Series of ten shows set in that town.
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival Presents IN REAL LIFE by Charlayne Woodard
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024

Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival has announced their upcoming production of IN REAL LIFE!.
Christopher Ashley Will Take Over as Roundabout Theatre Company Artistic Director
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 25, 2024

Christopher Ashley, 17-year Artistic Director of La Jolla Playhouse, will be the new Artistic Director of Roundabout Theatre Company, to begin his tenure in July 2026 with the 2027-28 season.
JOB's Peter Friedman on Stage and Screen
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2024

Peter Friedman made his Broadway debut in 1972, and has since gone on to appear on the stage and screen in many notable roles. To celebrate his return to the Broadway stage, we're taking a look back on some of Friedman's career highlights!
Center Theatre Group to Present 2nd Taper Legacy Reading THIS BRIGHT WILDERNESS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024

Center Theatre Group will present the second Taper Legacy Reading with THIS BRIGHT WILDERNESS, continuing to celebrate classic and contemporary works in their ongoing series. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Jocelyn Bioh on the Success of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING & Broadway Representation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke with playwright Jocelyn Bioh about her inspiration for Jaja's African Hair Braiding, why the success of the play was so meaningful, her organization Black Women on Broadway, and much more. Read the interview here!
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina And K. Ann McDonald at Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024

Alfred Molina and K. Ann McDonald will be honored at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Take a Look Back at The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions: A First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2024

Take a look back at the readings and talkbacks from The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions: A First Look, presented on January 26-27, 2024 at Ford's Theatre!
Ford's Theatre to Present 'The Ford's Theatre Legacy Commissions: A First Look' & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024

Ford’s Theatre will present The Ford’s Theatre Legacy Commissions: A First Look on January 26-27, 2024. Learn additional details!
Feature: A Look Back at Some Memorable San Diego Shows in 2023
by ErinMarie Reiter - Dec 30, 2023

The new year is almost upon us and so it seems this is the best time to reflect on some of the theatrical experiences over 2023 that made a lasting impact.
Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Noah Centineo & More Arrive on the Red Carpet for JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2023

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh.
Video: Disney+ Drops New SECRET INVASION Trailer With Samuel L. Jackson, Katie Finneran & More
by Michael Major - Jul 17, 2023

Marvel Studios’ “Secret Invasion” stars Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Cobie Smulders, Martin Freeman, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Charlayne Woodard, Killian Scott, Samuel Adewunmi, Dermot Mulroney, Christopher McDonald, Katie Finneran, with Emilia Clarke and Olivia Colman, and Don Cheadle. Watch the new video trailer now!
The Lorraine Hansberry Initiative Names Inaugural Recipients of the Hansberry Lilly Playwright Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2023

The Lillys, under the leadership and vision of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage and The Lillys Executive Director Julia Jordan, have named the inaugural recipients of the Hansberry Lilly Playwright Fellowship.
Lorraine Hansberry Statue Will Be on Display in Los Angeles This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2023

Today, The Lorraine Hansberry Initiative announced their plans for programming in Los Angeles that will take place during the summer, including two special installations of sculptor Alison Saar’s statue of Hansberry at Gloria Molina Grand Park from June 14th – June 30th and at the A C Bilbrew Library from July 7th – July 31st.
World Premiere of EXODUS: THE SHANGHAI JEWS Comes to L.A. Theatre Works
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2023

 L.A. Theatre Works presents the world premiere of Exodus: The Shanghai Jews, an original, commissioned audio docudrama by Kate McAll.
A World Premiere by Pearl Cleage & More Set for Ford's Theatre Society 2023-2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2023

The Ford’s Theatre has announced its 2023-2024 season, featuring the world premiere of Pearl Cleage’s Something Moving: A Meditation on Maynard, directed by Seema Sueko and more.
Review: PRETTY FIRE at Omaha Community Playhouse
by Analisa Swerczek - May 18, 2023

What did our critic think of PRETTY FIRE at Omaha Community Playhouse?
Julie Taymor to be Honored at Red Bull Theater Gala Benefit Hosted by Patrick Page
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2023

Julie Taymor will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and the Axe-Houghton Foundation will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit on Monday June 5th (6pm).
Photos: Inside Opening Night of SUMMER, 1976
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 26, 2023

Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Summer, 1976, opened last night at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Charlayne Woodard written?

Charlayne Woodard has written 5 shows including Pretty Fire (Playwright), Neat (Playwright), In Real Life (Playwright), The Night Watcher (Playwright), The Night Watcher (Playwright).

What awards has Charlayne Woodard been nominated for?

Performance (Obie Awards) for Charlayne Woodard, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for In Real Life , Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for In Real Life and Performance (Obie Awards) for In the Blood.

What awards has Charlayne Woodard won?

Charlayne Woodard has received several awards for her performances, including the Obie Award for Performance and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Solo Performance for In Real Life. Additionally, she won another Obie Award for Performance for In the Blood.

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