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BIO

Heidi Schreck is a writer and performer living in Brooklyn. Her play Grand Concourse was a finalist for the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize and winner of the Stacey Mindich Lilly Award. Other plays, including Creature, There Are No More Big Secrets and The Consultant, have been produced by Berkeley Rep, Long Wharf, Page73, Seattle Public Theatre, New Georges, Rattlestick, and more. Heidi has commissions from Atlantic Theatre Company, Manhattan Theatre Club, and South Coast Repertory and has been a writing fellow with the Clare Tow Foundation, Soho Rep and Sundance Theatre Lab. Heidi's television writing includes "I Love Dick," "Billions" and "Nurse Jackie." She is developing a TV series with Amazon based on Patricia Lockwood's Priestdaddy. As an actor: Berkeley Rep, Roundabout, MTC, Playwrights Horizons, Shakespeare in the Park, Clubbed Thumb, Two-Headed Calf, "Nurse Jackie," "Billions," "Law & Order: SVU," "The Good Wife." Winner of two Obies, a Drama Desk, and the Theatre World Award.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2013
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Women's Project/South Coast Rep Production, 2011
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Production, 2010
Mary

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2009
Performer

Writing

Playwright
The Comedy of Errors [Shakespeare in the Park]
The Public Theater, 2013
Luciana

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Best American Play

Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me


winner
Obie Awards - 2019 - Best New American Play

Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me

The Pulitzer Prize - 2019 - Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Play

Heidi Schreck, What the Constitution Means to Me


winner
Obie Awards - 2010 - Performance

Heidi Schreck, Circle Mirror Transformation


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2010 - Performance

Heidi Schreck, Circle Mirror Transformation


winner
Obie Awards - 2008 - Performance

Heidi SchreckDrum Of The Waves Of Horikawa

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News


Hillbarn Theatre Reveals 2025-2026 Six-Show Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Hillbarn Theatre is launching Season 85, a six-show season that examines change, transformation, and rebirth in ways both literal and metaphorical. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Clubbed Thumb to Present One-Week Extension for DEEP BLUE SOUND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Clubbed Thumb will present a one-week extension for the return engagement of Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler and directed by Arin Arbus. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Mar 5, 2025

When was the last time you thought about the Constitution?  I mean really thought about it and how it impacts your life?  Probably not that often, but that will change after seeing North Coast Rep’s stellar production of ‘What The Constitution Means To Me,” which is playing through March 30th.
Video: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at North Coast Repertory Theatre Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

North Coast Repertory Theatre is now presenting WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME, with performances running to Sunday, March 23. Check out an all new trailer in the video here!
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Cast Announced At ZACH Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2025

ZACH Theatre has announced cast and creatives for the regional premiere of Tony-nominated and Pulitzer Prize finalist play What the Constitution Means To Me.
Heidi Schreck's Translation of Chekhov's UNCLE VANYA Acquired by Concord Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive worldwide English language stage licensing rights to Heidi Schreck’s translation and adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya for its Samuel French imprint. Learn more!
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.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2025

North Coast Repertory Theatre will present WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME, a transformative theatrical experience that has captivated audiences nationwide. Learn more here!
Review: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Ridgefield Theater Barn
by Bruce Apar - Feb 7, 2025

Who says learning about history – American history in particular – can’t be entertaining as well as educational? Witness Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway juggernaut Hamilton, or, harking back a few deades, the Peter Stone musical 1776?
Previews: GRAND CONCOURSE at Dezart Performs
by Kay Kudukis - Feb 5, 2025

Dezart Performs will present the profound and gripping play GRAND CONCOURSE directed by Michael Shaw,February 28 - March 9 2025 at the Pearl McManus Theater.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME At Virginia Samford Theatre Martha Moore Sykes Studio
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025

The Virginia Samford Theatre will present What the Constitution Means to Me, running from February 6 through February 16, 2025, in the Martha Moore Sykes Studio.
Review: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at The Invisible Theatre
by Zach Wetzel - Jan 25, 2025

This is a powerful and deeply relevant production!
New York Theatre Workshop Announces Additional FOR THE CULTURE Events For A KNOCK ON THE ROOF
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop has announced additional details for their For The Culture Series for A Knock on the Roof, written by Khawla Ibraheem (London-Jenin), and directed by Obie Award winner and NYTW Usual Suspect Oliver Butler (What the Constitution Means to Me).
Review: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Round House Theatre
by David Friscic - Jan 23, 2025

The fine playwright Heidi Schreck has written an impassioned play about the many undercurrents and issues that percolate throughout the United States Constitution in the stimulating and invigorating production What the Constitution Means to Me. The constant tension between this cherished document as a more legalistic document to be taken literally (originalist interpretation) and the more fluid interpretation of the Constitution as a living, breathing document –are felt throughout this absorbing and ever-timely play which is presented by the Round House Theatre.
Feature: ARKANSAS THEATRE YEAR IN REVIEW FOR 2024
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 22, 2025

Welcome to my 2024 Broadway World Year in Review. It’s been a busy year, and I’m having a great time. This year I’ve written 174 articles (175 counting this one), which is up 30 articles from last year. Thank you for allowing me into your world and entertaining me.  
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).
New York Theatre Workshop Reveals For The Culture Programming for A KNOCK ON THE ROOF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2025

New York Theatre Workshop has revealed initial details for their For The Culture Series for A Knock on the Roof, written by Khawla Ibraheem. Learn more about the programming and see how to attend.
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre of 2024
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025

What did our critic have to say about Toronto's Top Theatre of 2024?
Page 73 Announces Semifinalists For Playwrighting Fellowship
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2024

Page 73 has announced 13 semifinalists for the 2025 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship. Now in its 22nd year, the Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship is the company's most prestigious award.
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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Heidi Schreck been in?

Heidi Schreck has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Heidi Schreck been in?

Heidi Schreck has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Heidi Schreck been nominated for?

Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Best New American Play (Obie Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Best Play (Tony Awards) for What the Constitution Means to Me, Performance (Obie Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation and Performance (Obie Awards) for Drum Of The Waves Of Horikawa.

What awards has Heidi Schreck won?

Heidi Schreck has won several awards, including Best American Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for What the Constitution Means to Me, and Best New American Play at the Obie Awards for the same show. Additionally, she received a Performance award at the Obie Awards for Circle Mirror Transformation, as well as a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for Circle Mirror Transformation. She also won a Performance award at the Obie Awards for Drum Of The Waves Of Horikawa.

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