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BIO

Mr. Lonergan's plays include This is Our Youth (Drama Desk Award nomination, Tony Award nomination); Lobby Hero (Drama Desk nomination, Outer Critics Circle Award nomination, Olivier Award nomination); The Starry Messenger; Medieval Play; and Hold On to Me Darling. His first film as writer-director, You Can Count On Me, earned him Academy Award and Golden Globe Award nominations; it also won the Sundance Grand Jury Prize, Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award, New York Film Critics Circle Award, Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award, and Independent Spirit Awards for Best Film and Best Screenplay. His second film, Margaret, won the European Film Critics' FIPRESCI Award at the Vienna Film Festival and the Traverse City Film Festival Founders Prize. Most recently, Lonergan received an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Manchester by the Sea, which he also directed, as well as numerous other awards, including the 2017 BAFTA Award for Best Screenplay. Other screenplay credits include Analyze This (co-writers Harold Ramis and Peter Tolan) and Gangs of New York (2002 Writers Guild of America and Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay; co-writers Jay Cocks and Steve Zaillian). His four-part television adaptation of E.M. Forster's "Howards End" aired on the BBC in 2017 and is currently airing on Starz in the U.S.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
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[Off-Broadway, 2012]
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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Revival of a Play

Kenneth Lonergan, The Waverly Gallery

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play

Kenneth Lonergan, Hold On to Me Darling

Drama League Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play

Kenneth Lonergan, This is Our Youth

Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best New Comedy

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Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Play

Kenneth Lonergan, Lobby Hero

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

Kenneth Lonergan, Lobby Hero

The Pulitzer Prize - 2001 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Kenneth Lonergan, The Waverly Gallery

The Pulitzer Prize - 2001 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Kenneth Lonergan, The Waverly Gallery

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2000 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

Kenneth Lonergan, The Waverly Gallery

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News


THE ENABLER MONOLOGUES Adds Performance at Echo Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025

Echo Theater Company will present the The Enabler Monologues, a theatrical protest event that exposes the enablers of fascism — the politicians, billionaires, media moguls and power players who paved the way for Trump’s return. Learn more.
THE ENABLER MONOLOGUES to be Presented at Echo Theater Company in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2025

Echo Theater Company will present the The Enabler Monologues, a searing, darkly comedic, one-night-only theatrical protest event that exposes the enablers of fascism. Learn more!
DRAG: THE MUSICAL, OUR CLASS, THREE HOUSES Lead 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2025

Nominations for the 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were just announced. Check out the full list of nominees here!
Photos: Stars Arrive at GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 2, 2025

Stars came out for the big opening night celebration of Glengarry Glen Ross, including Darren Criss, Katie Holmes, Ansel Elgort, and many more.Check out photos here!
Dig Deep Theatre To Present THIS IS OUR YOUTH By Kenneth Lonergan At The Main Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2025

Dig Deep Theatre's production of Kenneth Lonergan's This Is Our Youth will run for 9 performances over two weekends at The MAIN in Santa Clarita, April 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27. Dig Deep's production of the play - Lonergan's first playwriting success - will be Santa Clarita's first chance to see his sharp, layered writing brought to the stage.
Meet the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Good Night, and Good Luck is now in previews on Broadway,  The new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, stars Clooney in his Broadway debut. Meet the cast here!
Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.
LOBBY HERO Extended At Shattered Globe Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025

Shattered Globe Theatre has added a one-week extension for its current hit production of Kenneth Lonergan's Lobby Hero. Originally scheduled to close March 1, Lobby Hero will now run through Sunday, March 8. Shattered Globe has also added a 2 p.m. matinee this Saturday, February 22.
Exclusive: 19 Songs by Jonathan Larson That You Probably Don't Know Yet
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 18, 2025

Previews are now underway for The Jonathan Larson Project and fans who have checked out the new musical already have intel on the more than 20 undiscovered songs, as audiences are treated to a brief breakdown as they leave the Orpheum Theatre. BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive, in-depth version of the story behind each song, courtesy of the show's conceiver, Jennifer Ashley Tepper.
HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Starring Adam Driver Recoups Initial Investment
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2024

The current run of the play Hold on to Me Darling by Kenneth Lonergan and starring Adam Driver, has recouped its initial investment. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Kenneth Lonergan's LOBBY HERO To Get Revival At Shattered Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2024

Charm, romance and humor abound in the 2001 comedic masterpiece Lobby Hero by Kenneth Lonergan, the Academy Award-winning screenwriter of Manchester by the Sea.
Playwrights Horizons Renames Mainstage 'The Judith O. Rubin Theater' After Longtime Board Chair
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024

Playwrights Horizons  has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
Photos: Adam Driver & HOLD ONTO ME DARLING Cast Celebrate Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 18, 2024

Hold on to Me Darling is now playing at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. Check out photos of star Adam Driver and the cast on opening night!
Photos: Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch & More at HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 18, 2024

Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Hold on to Me Darling at The Lucille Lortel Theatre, starring Adam Driver! See photos of stars including Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch and more.
Review Roundup: Adam Driver Stars In HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Off Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2024

Stage and screen star Adam Driver returns to the New York theatre scene in Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling. Read the reviews!
Photos: Adam Driver & More in HOLD ON TO ME DARLING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2024

Get a first look at photos of Kenneth Lonergan’s Hold on to Me Darling, starring Adam Driver, at the Lucille Lortel Theatre ahead of their opening night. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
What's Opening Off-Broadway in Fall 2024
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 2, 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.
Photos: Gingold Theatrical Group Gala Honors Lynn Ahrens and Steven Flaherty
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 25, 2024

Gingold Theatrical Group recently held its 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala. The evening honored Broadway composing team Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty with the Golden Shamrock Award for their tireless work as supporters of human rights and their artistic excellence in musical theater writing. Check out photos from inside the event here!
1st Stage Extends THE WAVERLY GALLERY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024

1st Stage has announced that The Waverly Gallery, written by Kenneth Lonergan and directed by 1st Stage Artistic Director Alex Levy, has been extended through October 13.
Photos: Stars Turn Out for Gingold Group's 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 25, 2024

See photos from inside the Gingold Theatrical Group 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala. The evening honored Broadway composing team Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty with the Golden Shamrock Award for their tireless work as supporters of human rights and their artistic excellence in musical theater writing.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kenneth Lonergan been in?

Kenneth Lonergan has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Kenneth Lonergan been in?

Kenneth Lonergan has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Kenneth Lonergan been nominated for?

Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Waverly Gallery, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hold On to Me Darling, Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for This is Our Youth, Best New Comedy (Olivier Awards) for Lobby Hero, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Lobby Hero, John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lobby Hero, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Waverly Gallery, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Waverly Gallery and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Waverly Gallery.

What awards has Kenneth Lonergan won?

Kenneth Lonergan has won the Outstanding Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on Lobby Hero.

How many shows has Kenneth Lonergan written?

Kenneth Lonergan has written 7 shows including Young Playwrights Festival (1982) (Playwright), This is Our Youth (Playwright), The Waverly Gallery (Playwright), Lobby Hero (Playwright), The Starry Messenger (Playwright), Medieval Play (Playwright), Hold On to Me Darling (Playwright).

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