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BIO

Ethan Lipton is a playwright, songwriter and singer. Produced plays include TUMACHO, RED-HANDED OTTER, LUTHER, GOODBYE APRIL HELLO MAY, 100 ASPECTS OF THE MOON, and MEAT. His musicals NO PLACE TO GO (Obie award) and THE OUTER SPACE (Lortel nom.) were produced by the Public Theater in Joe’s Pub, and have toured the U.S. and Europe. A 2020 Guggenheim Fellow, Alpert Prize Fellow at MacDowell, alum of the Public’s Emerging Writers Group and Space at Ryder Farm’s Working Farm, a Playwrights Realm Page One Fellow, a Joe’s Pub New York Voices and NYFA grantee, and a Clubbed Thumb associate artist. Plays have been published by Samuel French and Theater. With his band, Ethan Lipton & his Orchestra, he has released four albums and played NYC and beyond, including Celebrate Brooklyn, MASS MoCA, Grand Performances, Theatre de la Ville and All Tomorrow’s Parties. As a performer he appeared in Anne Kauffman's ASSASSINS at City Center and in ERS' original production of GATZ.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Revival, 2017
The Proprietor

[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere at Joe's Pub, 2017
Performer

Writing

Composer/Lyricist
Playwright

Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Solo Show

Ethan Lipton, The Outer Space


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Special Citation

Ethan Lipton & His OrchestraNo Place to Go

News


Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals 2025 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the lineup for the 2025 Ted Snowdon Reading Series. Performances include How to Draw a Triangle By Jake Brasch, directed by Colm Summers and more. Learn more about the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Tony Winner Miriam Silverman, Arnie Burton, And Carmen Zilles Join Clubbed Thumb's DEEP BLUE SOUND
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Tony Award-nominated and Obie Award-winning theater company Clubbed Thumb has announced additional casting for Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler (Staff Meal) and directed by Arin Arbus (Waiting For Godot).
RATCRACKER With Arnie Burton & Eric Berryman to Return to Rattlestick Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2024

Rattlestick Theater has revealed details for the second annual Ratcracker. This one-night-only holiday pageant reimagines Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker through the trickster eyes of The Rat King. Learn how to attend.
Maryann Plunkett to Reprise Role in Clubbed Thumb's DEEP BLUE SOUND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024

Clubbed Thumb will present a return engagement of Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler and directed by Arin Arbus. Learn more about the engagement starring Maryann Plunkett and see how to purchase tickets.
New Musicals GODDESS and THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Join The Public Theater's 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024

The Public Theater has announced two additional new musicals that will be part of The Public’s Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 seasons at their landmark Astor Place home on 425 Lafayette Street. The new musicals include GODDESS and THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS.
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Theatre for a New Audience Sets World Premiere Musical & More for 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 9, 2024

Theatre for a New Audience has revealed its 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Rattlestick Theater Unveils 2024-2025 'On The Road' Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024

Rattlestick Theater has revealed its 2024-2025 'On The Road' season, curated by Will Davis. Learn about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
TFANA to Present Spring Gala This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024

Join TFANA as they honor Robert A. Caro, Leonard Tow, and The Tow Foundation at their gala, while also celebrating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's First Folio on May 13.
Clubbed Thumb Reveals Complete Lineup for 2024 SUMMERWORKS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2024

Clubbed Thumb has revealed the complete line-up for the 27th SUMMERWORKS festival of new plays. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Mad Horse Theatre Company Presents TUMACHO, A COWBOY COMEDY This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024

Catch the hilarious cowboy comedy TUMACHO by Ethan Lipton at Mad Horse Theatre Company from April 11 - May 5.
Return Engagement of Liza Birkenmeier's GRIEF HOTEL is Coming to The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2024

Clubbed Thumb and New Georges announce the return engagement of GRIEF HOTEL, a collaboration that soars to new heights with an intimate and gentle ensemble play.
Ethan Lipton & His Orchestra Share 'Justice For The Dead' Ahead Of Friday's LP Release
by Michael Major - Feb 13, 2024

They write music steeped in American traditions—jazz, folk, country, blues, and rock—but tackles modern subjects with a well of deep feeling. They share the final single before the album's release with 'Justice for the Dead.' In addition to four studio albums, Ethan Lipton & His Orchestra created the musicals No Place to Go and The Outer Space.
Lea DeLaria to Perform I CAN SEE YOUR HOUSE FROM HERE: A VERY LEA EASTER at Joe's Pub Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024

Lea DeLaria will bring her cabaret show 'I Can See Your House from Here - A Very Lea Easter' to Joe's Pub next month. Learn more here!
Manhattan Theatre Club Announces Lineup For 2024 Ted Snowdon Reading Series
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024

Manhattan Theatre Club has announced the lineup for the 2024 Ted Snowdon Reading Series.
Video: Watch Alex Borstein From 'Marvelous Mrs Maisel' in Music Video From Ethan Lipton & His Orchestra
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2024

Ethan Lipton & His Orchestra will release their fifth album, Did You Do The Thing We Talked About?. The quartet announced the LP with the heartfelt opening track 'Talking To Bonnie' at the end of the year and shared 'Mess That Summer', with a video starring Alex Borstein from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
Taylor Iman Jones, Hennessy Winkler, Savy Jackson & More to be Featured in QUEERING THE GALA Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2023

Get ready for a spectacular night of performances as Taylor Iman Jones, Hennessy Winkler, Savy Jackson, and more take the stage in QUEERING THE GALA concert. Don't miss this star-studded event that celebrates diversity and talent.
Ethan Lipton & His Orchestra Share 'Talking To Bonnie'
by Michael Major - Dec 5, 2023

Ethan Lipton & His Orchestra write music steeped in 20th-century American traditions—jazz, folk, country, blues, and rock—but tackle modern subjects with urgency, humor, and a well of deep feeling. The quartet has released four albums and created the musicals No Place to Go and The Outer Space, both produced by the Public Theater in Joe's Pub.
2023-25 Public Theater Emerging Writers Group Cohort Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023

The Public Theater has revealed the 10 new playwrights have been selected for the 2023-2025 Emerging Writers Group.
The Playwrights Realm Reveals Third Annual Round of Script Share, Offering Free Professional Guidance to Aspiring Playwrights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2023

The Playwrights Realm announces the third annual Script Share, a free service that provides aspiring playwrights with an opportunity to receive professional guidance from industry professionals. This initiative aims to support writers without industry access or a formal theater education.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Ethan Lipton written?

Ethan Lipton has written 2 shows including The Outer Space (Composer/Lyricist), TUMACHO (Playwright).

What awards has Ethan Lipton been nominated for?

Outstanding Solo Show (The Lortels) for The Outer Space and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for No Place to Go.

What awards has Ethan Lipton won?

Ethan Lipton has received a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for his work in No Place to Go.

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