David Auburn
Latest News on David Auburn:
TICK, TICK...BOOM! Opens At Chance Theater This Feburary (Dec 26, 2024)
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Berkshire theatre group Leads Favorite Local Theatre! (Dec 23, 2024)
THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Musical Will Make World Premiere Off-Broadway (Dec 17, 2024)
TICK, TICK...BOOM! Opens At Chance Theater This Feburary (Dec 26, 2024)
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Berkshire theatre group Leads Favorite Local Theatre! (Dec 23, 2024)
THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Musical Will Make World Premiere Off-Broadway (Dec 17, 2024)
BIO
David Auburn's plays include Proof (Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award®, New York Drama Critics Circle Award), An Upset and Amateurs (EST Marathons) and Skyscraper. Films include The Girl in the Park (writer/director) and The Lake House. Recent directing credits include A Delicate Balance for BTF. His short plays have been collected in the volume “Fifth Planet and Other Plays” (DPS). His work has been published in Harper’s, New England Review, and Guilt and Pleasure; and he was a contributing editor to the Oxford American Writers Thesaurus. A former Guggenheim Fellow, he lives in New York City.
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Awards and Nominations
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Best American Play
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
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The Pulitzer Prize - 2001 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
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Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Play
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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Play
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Videos
Video: Watch a Trailer For TICK, TICK...BOOM! at George Street Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
Video: Cast of George Street Playhouse's TICK, TICK...BOOM! Performs 'Real Life'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024
Video: Cast of TICK, TICK...BOOM! at George Street Playhouse Previews 30/90
by Joshua Wright - Apr 18, 2024
Video: Go Behind Manhattan Theatre Club in New ALL ARTS Doc With Sarah Jessica Parker, André De Shields & More
by Michael Major - Sep 13, 2023
Video: Jessica Hecht Opens Up About Her Intimate Stagetime with Laura Linney
by Richard Ridge - Jun 7, 2023
Video: Laura Linney & Jessica Hecht Are Getting Ready to Return to Broadway in SUMMER, 1976
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 19, 2023
VIDEO: Watch the Music Video for 'Don't Call Me Angel' by Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, and Lana Del Rey
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 13, 2019
VIDEO: Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott, and Ella Balinska Are CHARLIE'S ANGELS in the Official Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 27, 2019
VIDEO: First Look At THE TRIAL OF DONNA CAINE At George Street Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2018
TV: Watch Highlights from the Off Broadway Revival of TICK, TICK... BOOM!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 24, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Miranda and Olivo Warm-Up to RENT Again, But This Time Leslie Odom Jr. Joins In
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 28, 2014
News
TICK, TICK...BOOM! Opens At Chance Theater This Feburary
Chance Theater has announced the highly anticipated production of Tick, Tick... Boom!, directed by H. Adam Harris (Boat Show). Running on Cripe Stage from February 1, 2025, through February 23, 2025, with previews beginning January 24, 2025.
Chance Theater has announced the highly anticipated production of Tick, Tick... Boom!, directed by H. Adam Harris (Boat Show). Running on Cripe Stage from February 1, 2025, through February 23, 2025, with previews beginning January 24, 2025.
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Berkshire theatre group Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires 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!
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires 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!
THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Musical Will Make World Premiere Off-Broadway
The world premiere of The Jonathan Larson Project will open off-Broadway, conceived by Jennifer Ashley Tepper and directed by John Simpkins.
The world premiere of The Jonathan Larson Project will open off-Broadway, conceived by Jennifer Ashley Tepper and directed by John Simpkins.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Berkshire theatre group Leads Best Musical!
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires 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!
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires 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!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Berkshires Awards
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires 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!
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires 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!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Berkshires Awards
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires 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!
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires 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!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 2, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 2, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 2, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Compass Rose Theater To Present PROOF This January
Compass Rose Theater, an award-winning and critically acclaimed professional theater and educational nonprofit in Annapolis, has announced the cast and production team of its upcoming show, Proof, by David Auburn.
Compass Rose Theater, an award-winning and critically acclaimed professional theater and educational nonprofit in Annapolis, has announced the cast and production team of its upcoming show, Proof, by David Auburn.
Professor Christian Parker Expands Definition of Dramaturgy at Columbia University School of the Arts
In classes led by Professor of Professional Practice in Theatre Christian Parker ’98, students soon learn their first surprising lesson: as dramaturgs, they are expected to get creatively involved.
In classes led by Professor of Professional Practice in Theatre Christian Parker ’98, students soon learn their first surprising lesson: as dramaturgs, they are expected to get creatively involved.
LEOPOLDSTADT & More Lead Washington, DC's Holiday Season Top Theatre Shows
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for the holiday season include Leopoldstadt and more.
Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for the holiday season include Leopoldstadt and more.
SPRING AWAKENING; TICK, TICK...BOOM!; and More Set For the Chance Theater 2025 Season
Chance Theater has announced its 2025 season, featuring bold, groundbreaking musicals, regional premieres, a world premiere from the company's inaugural resident playwright, and beloved holiday and family classics.
Chance Theater has announced its 2025 season, featuring bold, groundbreaking musicals, regional premieres, a world premiere from the company's inaugural resident playwright, and beloved holiday and family classics.
The Stage Announces New Artistic Director and 2025 Season Lineup
The Stage at Burke Junction announced Anthony D'Juan as its new Artistic Director and unveiled its 2025 season, featuring a mix of contemporary and classic American theater and community performances.
The Stage at Burke Junction announced Anthony D'Juan as its new Artistic Director and unveiled its 2025 season, featuring a mix of contemporary and classic American theater and community performances.
PROOF Is Next Up at Franklin Performing Arts Company
The four person play features New York actors Ali Funkhouser as Catherine, Robbie Rescigno as Hal, Lindsey White as Claire, and FPAC’s Nick Paone as Robert.
The four person play features New York actors Ali Funkhouser as Catherine, Robbie Rescigno as Hal, Lindsey White as Claire, and FPAC’s Nick Paone as Robert.
Photos: Inside the 24th Annual THE 24 HOUR PLAYS On Broadway
The 24th Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway, a one-night-only event featuring distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community took place this week at The Town Hall. Check out photos from the one-night-only production.
The 24th Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway, a one-night-only event featuring distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community took place this week at The Town Hall. Check out photos from the one-night-only production.
David Iacono, Lois Smith, Avantika And More Join THE 24 HOUR PLAYS On Broadway
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has announced additional artists for The 24 Hour Plays on Broadway on Monday October 21, 2024 at 7pm at The Town Hall (123 W 43rd St, New York NY, 10036). The annual event features distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community coming together for one night only to create, rehearse, and perform six new plays.
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has announced additional artists for The 24 Hour Plays on Broadway on Monday October 21, 2024 at 7pm at The Town Hall (123 W 43rd St, New York NY, 10036). The annual event features distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community coming together for one night only to create, rehearse, and perform six new plays.
What's Opening Off-Broadway in Fall 2024
Check out a full list of what's opening Off-Broadway this fall! Productions will star big names including Neil Patrick Harris, Jane Krakowski, and many more! See what Off-Broadway has to offer and check out BroadwayWorld's complete list.
Check out a full list of what's opening Off-Broadway this fall! Productions will star big names including Neil Patrick Harris, Jane Krakowski, and many more! See what Off-Broadway has to offer and check out BroadwayWorld's complete list.
Review: PROOF at Dolphin Theatre
Dolphin Theatre’s production of Proof by David Auburn, under the direction of Mike Daley, delivers a compelling narrative that intricately weaves themes of familial bonds, the complexities of genius, the challenges of declining mental health and the transformative power of love.
Dolphin Theatre’s production of Proof by David Auburn, under the direction of Mike Daley, delivers a compelling narrative that intricately weaves themes of familial bonds, the complexities of genius, the challenges of declining mental health and the transformative power of love.
Playhouse West Presents STANDING BY Directed By Wolf Bodison
Playhouse West announced the opening of STANDING BY, directed by Wolf Bodison, on September 21. The production explores the lives of understudies in the theater world, offering a behind-the-scenes look.
Playhouse West announced the opening of STANDING BY, directed by Wolf Bodison, on September 21. The production explores the lives of understudies in the theater world, offering a behind-the-scenes look.
GableStage Single Tickets Go on Sale Next Week
GableStage will release single tickets for its 26th Season on Tuesday, August 27th at noon.
GableStage will release single tickets for its 26th Season on Tuesday, August 27th at noon.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has David Auburn written?
David Auburn has written 7 shows including Skyscraper (Playwright), Proof (Playwright), tick, tick... BOOM! (Bookwriter), The New York Idea (Adaptation), The Columnist (Playwright), Lost Lake (Playwright), Summer, 1976 (Playwright).
What awards has David Auburn been nominated for?
Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Proof, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Proof , The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Proof, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Proof and Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Proof.
What awards has David Auburn won?
David Auburn has received several prestigious awards, including: Best American Play from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Proof; the John Gassner Playwriting Award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Proof; The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Proof; Best Play from the Tony Awards for Proof; and Outstanding Play from the Drama Desk Awards for Proof.
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