Connor Sampson
Latest News on Connor Sampson:
Queens Theatre Presents THE STONEWALL 50 PLAYS (Jun 3, 2019)
New York Neo-Futurists Announce THE INFINITE FAMILY (Apr 18, 2019)
The Inaugural Art Beyond The Glass NYC Raised Over $10,000 For Sokoloff Arts (Apr 5, 2019)
Queens Theatre Presents THE STONEWALL 50 PLAYS (Jun 3, 2019)
New York Neo-Futurists Announce THE INFINITE FAMILY (Apr 18, 2019)
The Inaugural Art Beyond The Glass NYC Raised Over $10,000 For Sokoloff Arts (Apr 5, 2019)
BIO
Connor Sampson is a twenty-five-year-old writer-performer based in Brooklyn, NY. An ensemble member with the NY Neo-Futurists, he can regularly be seen writing and performing in their hit show Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind. He is a two-time national champion of performance poetry and the 2016 recipient of the Jeffrey Melnick New Playwright Award (Primary Stages). His most recent play Parading the Noose (an almost summer’s beginning brings a party) was selected as a Goldberg Play Prize Finalist by playwrights. Other plays include: Capture My Heart (Cherry Lane Theatre), Boy Meets Girl (Suffolk University), Along the Side of the Road (Look Ma! Prod.), and The Art of Cannibalism (NYU), among others. Connor holds a BFA in Dramatic Writing from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts.
News
Queens Theatre Presents THE STONEWALL 50 PLAYS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2019
FLUSHING MEADOWS CORONA PARK ? In a nondescript bar on Christopher Street a revolution was sparked 50 years ago when the LGBTQ patrons decided gathering as a community was not a crime.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2019
FLUSHING MEADOWS CORONA PARK ? In a nondescript bar on Christopher Street a revolution was sparked 50 years ago when the LGBTQ patrons decided gathering as a community was not a crime.
New York Neo-Futurists Announce THE INFINITE FAMILY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 18, 2019
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists are pleased to announce THE INFINITE FAMILY, a special edition of their weekly late-night show, THE INFINITE WRENCH. With a mix of plays that involve music, stories, movement and audience engagement, the audience are also part of the act, deciding the order in which the plays are performed. For ages seven and up. The performers include Annie Levin, Anooj Bhandari, Dan McCoy, Connor Sampson, Julia Melfi, Katy-May Hudson, Katharine Heller, and Rob Neill.
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 18, 2019
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists are pleased to announce THE INFINITE FAMILY, a special edition of their weekly late-night show, THE INFINITE WRENCH. With a mix of plays that involve music, stories, movement and audience engagement, the audience are also part of the act, deciding the order in which the plays are performed. For ages seven and up. The performers include Annie Levin, Anooj Bhandari, Dan McCoy, Connor Sampson, Julia Melfi, Katy-May Hudson, Katharine Heller, and Rob Neill.
The Inaugural Art Beyond The Glass NYC Raised Over $10,000 For Sokoloff Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2019
Art Beyond the Glass, the multi-city fundraising event series showcasing the cocktails and artistic pursuits of top local bartenders, held their inaugural New York City event at Town Stages on Sunday, January 20, 2019.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2019
Art Beyond the Glass, the multi-city fundraising event series showcasing the cocktails and artistic pursuits of top local bartenders, held their inaugural New York City event at Town Stages on Sunday, January 20, 2019.
Theater of the Apes Presents THE GRIZZLY, OUR GREATEST WILD ANIMAL By Enos A. Mills
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2019
Each month for the last year, Theater of the Apes has plucked a long forgotten volume from the shelves of the New York Society Library to resurrect as a low budget variety show.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2019
Each month for the last year, Theater of the Apes has plucked a long forgotten volume from the shelves of the New York Society Library to resurrect as a low budget variety show.
New York Neo-Futurists To Present THE INFINITE FRIGHT
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2018
To celebrate Halloween, the award-winning New York Neo-Futurists are pleased to announce THE INFINITE FRIGHT, a special edition of their weekly late-night show,
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2018
To celebrate Halloween, the award-winning New York Neo-Futurists are pleased to announce THE INFINITE FRIGHT, a special edition of their weekly late-night show,
Town Stages Presents 'That Must Be Fun,' An Evening Of Comedy To Raise Awareness For Mental Health
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2018
Town Stages presents That Must Be Fun, an evening of comedy to raise awareness for mental health, hosted by Audrey Stanfield on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 9:30pm at Town Stages, 221 West Broadway, NYC. The show features David Bluvband, Lindsay Calleran, Becky Chicoine, Catherine Cohen, Molly Gaebe, Michael Hartney, Aaron Jackson, Mike Kelton, Alison Leiby, X Mayo, Sam Reece, Connor Sampson, Brandon Scott Jones, Alex Song, Gianmarco Soresi, and more! Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/that-must-be-fun-tickets-50863152057. Proceeds will be donated to Vibrant Emotional Health, NYC.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2018
Town Stages presents That Must Be Fun, an evening of comedy to raise awareness for mental health, hosted by Audrey Stanfield on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 9:30pm at Town Stages, 221 West Broadway, NYC. The show features David Bluvband, Lindsay Calleran, Becky Chicoine, Catherine Cohen, Molly Gaebe, Michael Hartney, Aaron Jackson, Mike Kelton, Alison Leiby, X Mayo, Sam Reece, Connor Sampson, Brandon Scott Jones, Alex Song, Gianmarco Soresi, and more! Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/that-must-be-fun-tickets-50863152057. Proceeds will be donated to Vibrant Emotional Health, NYC.
New York Neo-Futurists to Offer 'Fundamentals' Workshop This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists will share a little of their well earned wisdom this summer when they offer the workshop, Level One: Function and Fundamentals. The workshop that has served as a stepping stone to fifteen would-be Neo-Futurists is a twelve hour workshop that stretches over three Todays beginning July 22nd and wrapping up August 5th, all taking place at Playwrights Rehearsal Studios.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists will share a little of their well earned wisdom this summer when they offer the workshop, Level One: Function and Fundamentals. The workshop that has served as a stepping stone to fifteen would-be Neo-Futurists is a twelve hour workshop that stretches over three Todays beginning July 22nd and wrapping up August 5th, all taking place at Playwrights Rehearsal Studios.
New York Neo-Futurists to Offer 'Fundamentals' Workshop This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists will share a little of their well earned wisdom this summer when they offer the workshop, Level One: Function and Fundamentals. The workshop that has served as a stepping stone to fifteen would-be Neo-Futurists is a twelve hour workshop that stretches over three Saturdays beginning July 22nd and wrapping up August 5th, all taking place at Playwrights Rehearsal Studios.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists will share a little of their well earned wisdom this summer when they offer the workshop, Level One: Function and Fundamentals. The workshop that has served as a stepping stone to fifteen would-be Neo-Futurists is a twelve hour workshop that stretches over three Saturdays beginning July 22nd and wrapping up August 5th, all taking place at Playwrights Rehearsal Studios.
New York Neo-Futurists to Present THE INFINITE PRIDE at The Kraine Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists have announced THE INFINITE PRIDE, a special edition of their late-night show THE INFINITE WRENCH in honor of Pride Month. This June, The New York Neo-Futurists bring The Infinite Pride back for its tenth consecutive year of celebrating queer culture, politics, and relationships. The shows will be presented at The Kraine Theater (85 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10003) today, June 23rd and Saturday, June 24th at 10:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists have announced THE INFINITE PRIDE, a special edition of their late-night show THE INFINITE WRENCH in honor of Pride Month. This June, The New York Neo-Futurists bring The Infinite Pride back for its tenth consecutive year of celebrating queer culture, politics, and relationships. The shows will be presented at The Kraine Theater (85 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10003) today, June 23rd and Saturday, June 24th at 10:30pm.
New York Neo-Futurists to Present THE INFINITE PRIDE at The Kraine Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists have announced THE INFINITE PRIDE, a special edition of their late-night show THE INFINITE WRENCH in honor of Pride Month. This June, The New York Neo-Futurists bring The Infinite Pride back for its tenth consecutive year of celebrating queer culture, politics, and relationships. The shows will be presented at The Kraine Theater (85 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10003) on Friday, June 23rd and Saturday, June 24th at 10:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists have announced THE INFINITE PRIDE, a special edition of their late-night show THE INFINITE WRENCH in honor of Pride Month. This June, The New York Neo-Futurists bring The Infinite Pride back for its tenth consecutive year of celebrating queer culture, politics, and relationships. The shows will be presented at The Kraine Theater (85 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10003) on Friday, June 23rd and Saturday, June 24th at 10:30pm.
Primary Stages to Present Reading of Connor Sampson's PARADING THE NOOSE
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2017
Primary Stages has announced a reading of PARADING THE NOOSE, a new play by Connor Sampson, the recipient of the inaugural Jeffry Melnick New Playwright Award, established by Jeffry Melnick and administrated by Primary Stages.
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2017
Primary Stages has announced a reading of PARADING THE NOOSE, a new play by Connor Sampson, the recipient of the inaugural Jeffry Melnick New Playwright Award, established by Jeffry Melnick and administrated by Primary Stages.
The Maxamoo Podcast Returns to Talk EVERYTHING, BEARDO, GIRL X, Neo-Futurists, Repertorio Español, BLURRED LINES, and More
by Maxamoo - Feb 22, 2017
We're baaaaack and so excited to be here! Liz, Jose and Lindsay discuss six new shows from beyond Broadway in New York City. On this new episode, we discuss Everybody by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Beardo, The Neo-Futurists, Repertorio Español, Girl X and Blurred Lines.
by Maxamoo - Feb 22, 2017
We're baaaaack and so excited to be here! Liz, Jose and Lindsay discuss six new shows from beyond Broadway in New York City. On this new episode, we discuss Everybody by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Beardo, The Neo-Futurists, Repertorio Español, Girl X and Blurred Lines.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of The New York Neo-Futurists' THE GREAT AMERICAN DRAMA
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2017
The New York Neo-Futurists will present their full-length experiment, The Great American Drama at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre/ A.R.T. New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street). The Great American Drama is created by Connor Sampson and written by Connor Sampson, Nicole Hill, Dan McCoy & Katy-May Hudson, with Direction and Dramaturgy by Greg Taubman. The show will begin on January 17, open on January 22 and will run through February 5, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company in character below!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2017
The New York Neo-Futurists will present their full-length experiment, The Great American Drama at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre/ A.R.T. New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street). The Great American Drama is created by Connor Sampson and written by Connor Sampson, Nicole Hill, Dan McCoy & Katy-May Hudson, with Direction and Dramaturgy by Greg Taubman. The show will begin on January 17, open on January 22 and will run through February 5, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company in character below!
New York Neo-Futurists Conduct Theatrical Experiment with THE GREAT AMERICAN DRAMA Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2017
The New York Neo-Futurists will present their full-length experiment, The Great American Drama at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre/ A.R.T. New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street). The Great American Drama is created by Connor Sampson and written by Connor Sampson, Nicole Hill, Dan McCoy & Katy-May Hudson, with Direction and Dramaturgy by Greg Taubman.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2017
The New York Neo-Futurists will present their full-length experiment, The Great American Drama at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre/ A.R.T. New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street). The Great American Drama is created by Connor Sampson and written by Connor Sampson, Nicole Hill, Dan McCoy & Katy-May Hudson, with Direction and Dramaturgy by Greg Taubman.
Neo-Futurists in New York, Chicago & San Francisco Unite with New Project
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists (NYNF) in conjunction with Chicago and San Francisco recently announced they will launch a new show at each of their companies.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2017
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists (NYNF) in conjunction with Chicago and San Francisco recently announced they will launch a new show at each of their companies.
New York Neo-Futurists to Conduct Theatrical Experiment with THE GREAT AMERICAN DRAMA
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2017
The New York Neo-Futurists will present their full-length experiment, The Great American Drama at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre/ A.R.T. New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street). The Great American Drama is created by Connor Sampson and written by Connor Sampson, Nicole Hill, Dan McCoy & Katy-May Hudson, with Direction and Dramaturgy by Greg Taubman.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2017
The New York Neo-Futurists will present their full-length experiment, The Great American Drama at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre/ A.R.T. New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street). The Great American Drama is created by Connor Sampson and written by Connor Sampson, Nicole Hill, Dan McCoy & Katy-May Hudson, with Direction and Dramaturgy by Greg Taubman.
New York Neo Futurist to Present THE GREAT AMERICAN DRAMA this January
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2016
The New York Neo-Futurists will present their full-length experiment, The Great American Drama at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre/ A.R.T. New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street).
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2016
The New York Neo-Futurists will present their full-length experiment, The Great American Drama at the Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre/ A.R.T. New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street).
Neo-Futurists in New York, Chicago & San Francisco to Unite with New Project
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2016
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists (NYNF) in conjunction with Chicago and San Francisco announced Monday they will launch a new show at each of their companies.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2016
The award-winning New York Neo-Futurists (NYNF) in conjunction with Chicago and San Francisco announced Monday they will launch a new show at each of their companies.
A.R.T./New York Sets 2017 Season at New Performance Spaces
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2016
The Alliance of Resident Theatres/New York, New York City's leading service and advocacy organization for nonprofit theatre, today announced its initial roster of programming through June 2017 - to be presented by 11 nonprofit companies - at its new A.R.T./NEW YORK THEATRES (the Gural and Mezzanine), two affordable, state-of-the-art performance spaces located at 502 West 53rd Street - designed by award-winning architect Toshiko Mori.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2016
The Alliance of Resident Theatres/New York, New York City's leading service and advocacy organization for nonprofit theatre, today announced its initial roster of programming through June 2017 - to be presented by 11 nonprofit companies - at its new A.R.T./NEW YORK THEATRES (the Gural and Mezzanine), two affordable, state-of-the-art performance spaces located at 502 West 53rd Street - designed by award-winning architect Toshiko Mori.
Primary Stages' First-Ever Jeffry Melnick New Playwright Award Goes to PARADING THE NOOSE
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2016
PRIMARY STAGES has announced the recipient of the inaugural Jeffry Melnick New Playwright Award, established by Jeffry Melnick and administrated by Primary Stages.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2016
PRIMARY STAGES has announced the recipient of the inaugural Jeffry Melnick New Playwright Award, established by Jeffry Melnick and administrated by Primary Stages.
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