Lanford Wilson
Birth Place: Lebanon, MO, USA
Latest News on Lanford Wilson:
Student Blog: Telling Stories: How I Became a Playwright (Dec 2, 2024)
Divine Riot to Present World Premiere of THE A TRAIN ANTHOLOGY (Nov 11, 2024)
Broadway-Bound FAHRENHEIT 451 Stage Adaptation in the Works From Martyna Majok (Nov 7, 2024)
Student Blog: Telling Stories: How I Became a Playwright (Dec 2, 2024)
Divine Riot to Present World Premiere of THE A TRAIN ANTHOLOGY (Nov 11, 2024)
Broadway-Bound FAHRENHEIT 451 Stage Adaptation in the Works From Martyna Majok (Nov 7, 2024)
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Awards and Nominations
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- 2011 - Off Broadway Alliance Hall of Fame Award
Lanford Wilson
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IT Awards - 2010 - Artistic Achievement Award
Lanford Wilson
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The Lortels - 2001 - Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence
Lanford Wilson
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Play
Lanford Wilson, Angels Fall
Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Play
Lanford Wilson, 5th of July
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Play
Lanford Wilson, Fifth of July
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Play
Lanford Wilson, Talley's Folly
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1980 - Best Play
Lanford Wilson, Talley's Folly
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The Pulitzer Prize - 1980 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Lanford Wilson, Talley's Folly
Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Play
Lanford Wilson, Talley's Folly
Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding New Play
Lanford Wilson, Talley's Folly
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Best New Play
Lanford Wilson, Fifth of July
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1973 - Best American Play
Lanford Wilson, The Hot l Baltimore
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Drama Desk Awards - 1967 - Best Playwrights
Landord Wilson, The Rimers of Eldritch
Videos
Video: Brandon Uranowitz Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Featured Actor in a Play'
by Richard Ridge - Jun 11, 2023
VIDEO: Sarah Paulson Says She Almost Didn't Star in RATCHED on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 24, 2020
VIDEO: Sarah Paulson Talks About Her Love of Performing for an Audience on THE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 18, 2020
VIDEO: Keri Russell Talks About Her First Time on Broadway in BURN THIS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 19, 2019
VIDEO: Adam Driver Talks BURN THIS and His Arts in the Armed Forces Program
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 3, 2019
TV: Inside Opening Night of BURN THIS with Keri Russell, Adam Driver & More!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Apr 17, 2019
TV Exclusive: Marshall W. Mason on Receiving Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 12, 2016
Backstage with Richard Ridge: From BLACKBIRD to THE NEWSROOM - Tony Nominee Jeff Daniels Shares Advice for Actors!
by Nicole Rosky - May 22, 2016
Tony Awards Close-Up: How Does Jeff Daniels Make It Through the Brutality of BLACKBIRD? Find Out!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 9, 2016
TV: New York City's Signature Theatre on Winning the 2014 Regional Theatre Award
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jun 8, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Signature Theatre's THE MOUND BUILDERS Do the 'Harlem Shake'
by Stage Tube - Mar 31, 2013
TV: Chatting with the Cast of TALLEY'S FOLLY on Opening Night- Sarah Paulson, Danny Burstein and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 6, 2013
News
Student Blog: Telling Stories: How I Became a Playwright
That’s how I got started writing plays. I have never taken a playwriting class, I’m about to next semester, and I still don’t quite know what I’m doing. But I know that I love it.
That’s how I got started writing plays. I have never taken a playwriting class, I’m about to next semester, and I still don’t quite know what I’m doing. But I know that I love it.
Divine Riot to Present World Premiere of THE A TRAIN ANTHOLOGY
'The A Train Anthology' will serve up in this 90-minute world-premiere production at Brooklyn Art Haus this December. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
'The A Train Anthology' will serve up in this 90-minute world-premiere production at Brooklyn Art Haus this December. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Broadway-Bound FAHRENHEIT 451 Stage Adaptation in the Works From Martyna Majok
Ray Bradbury’s novel Fahrenheit 451 has its sights set on the Broadway stage! A Broadway-bound stage adaptation is in development with Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok.
Ray Bradbury’s novel Fahrenheit 451 has its sights set on the Broadway stage! A Broadway-bound stage adaptation is in development with Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok.
The Theater Project and Cranford Library to Present Staged Readings of New Plays
Discover new plays at a free staged reading event at Cranford Community Center, presented by The Theater Project and Cranford Library, followed by a playwright-audience discussion. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Discover new plays at a free staged reading event at Cranford Community Center, presented by The Theater Project and Cranford Library, followed by a playwright-audience discussion. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Playwrights Set for THE FIRE THIS TIME Festival 7th Cycle Of New Works Lab
The Fire This Time Festival will present Melda Beaty, Rachel Herron, and Marcus Scott as playwrights for its New Works Lab. Learn more about the Lab and about the playwrights!
The Fire This Time Festival will present Melda Beaty, Rachel Herron, and Marcus Scott as playwrights for its New Works Lab. Learn more about the Lab and about the playwrights!
Student Blog: My Last Auditions as a BFA Musical Theatre Student
I really tried to focus on the fact that these were the last ones I was going to do here at this place. I wanted to enjoy it. I wanted to enjoy every opportunity I had and everything I did.
I really tried to focus on the fact that these were the last ones I was going to do here at this place. I wanted to enjoy it. I wanted to enjoy every opportunity I had and everything I did.
MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY to be Presented at TheatreWorks
TheatreWorks will present MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY, a holiday play set to run in December. Experience a festive continuation of Jane Austen's beloved characters in this seasonal production. Learn how to purchase tickets.
TheatreWorks will present MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY, a holiday play set to run in December. Experience a festive continuation of Jane Austen's beloved characters in this seasonal production. Learn how to purchase tickets.
TOSOS Theater Company To Host Free Halloween-Themed QUEER SPOOKY SHORTS Readings
TOSOS Theater Company announced free readings of 'Queer Spooky Shorts' on October 28 at 7pm, featuring Halloween-themed performances. Join for an evening of unique storytelling and celebration.
TOSOS Theater Company announced free readings of 'Queer Spooky Shorts' on October 28 at 7pm, featuring Halloween-themed performances. Join for an evening of unique storytelling and celebration.
Video: Sarah Paulson Shares Personal Significance of Tony Award Win
Sarah Paulson recently visited The Kelly Clarkson Show and, on the show, shared the personal significance of winning the Tony Award earlier this year for her performance in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Appropriate.
Sarah Paulson recently visited The Kelly Clarkson Show and, on the show, shared the personal significance of winning the Tony Award earlier this year for her performance in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Appropriate.
Video: Sarah Paulson Recalls Tony Award Mix-Up on THE TONIGHT SHOW
On Tuesday, Sarah Paulson visited The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon to discuss her new thriller film, Hold Your Breath. On the show, she also relayed a story about an incident with the Tony Award she won earlier this year for her performance in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Appropriate.
On Tuesday, Sarah Paulson visited The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon to discuss her new thriller film, Hold Your Breath. On the show, she also relayed a story about an incident with the Tony Award she won earlier this year for her performance in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Appropriate.
Purple Rose Opens 34th Season With OFFICE CHRISTMAS PARTY GRINCH IN FIGHT WITH RUDOLPH POLICE CALLED
The Purple Rose Theatre Company announced the World Premiere of OFFICE CHRISTMAS PARTY GRINCH IN FIGHT WITH RUDOLPH POLICE CALLED, written and directed by Jeff Daniels, to open its 34th season.
The Purple Rose Theatre Company announced the World Premiere of OFFICE CHRISTMAS PARTY GRINCH IN FIGHT WITH RUDOLPH POLICE CALLED, written and directed by Jeff Daniels, to open its 34th season.
Appalachian Center For The Arts Announces 2024-2025 Vitality New Play Commissions
The Appalachian Center for the Arts has announced its 2024-2025 Vitality New Play Commissions. Five nationally-recognized playwrights are writing new plays for The App's Vitality Touring Theatre Company, which presents plays and musicals on health and wellness topics for elementary school through adult audiences.
The Appalachian Center for the Arts has announced its 2024-2025 Vitality New Play Commissions. Five nationally-recognized playwrights are writing new plays for The App's Vitality Touring Theatre Company, which presents plays and musicals on health and wellness topics for elementary school through adult audiences.
Interview: Chisa Hutchinson and THE BLEEDING CLASS at 59E59 Theaters
Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing playwright, Chisa Hutchinson about her career and 'The Bleeding Class' at 59E59 Theaters.
Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing playwright, Chisa Hutchinson about her career and 'The Bleeding Class' at 59E59 Theaters.
Four Theatres Co-Commission Lauren Gunderson LITTLE WOMEN
Lauren Gunderson's adaptation of LITTLE WOMEN has been co-commissioned by four theatres, bringing a fresh take on the classic novel to the stage. Learn more about the productions.
Lauren Gunderson's adaptation of LITTLE WOMEN has been co-commissioned by four theatres, bringing a fresh take on the classic novel to the stage. Learn more about the productions.
TOSOS Will Host Free Reading of BURNING LEAVES Next Week
New York City’s oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company TOSOS has announced the free reading of Burning Leaves written by playwright Tom Rowan.
New York City’s oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company TOSOS has announced the free reading of Burning Leaves written by playwright Tom Rowan.
Sarah Paulson Joins Cast of Ryan Murphy Legal Series ALL'S FAIR
Tony Award winner Paulson has been confirmed to appear in the ensemble of a new legal series from Ryan Murphy. She will star alongside Niecy Nash, Teyana Taylor, and Naomi Watts.
Tony Award winner Paulson has been confirmed to appear in the ensemble of a new legal series from Ryan Murphy. She will star alongside Niecy Nash, Teyana Taylor, and Naomi Watts.
LUDLOW FAIR and THE MADNESS OF LADY BRIGHT Come to Cesear's Forum
Cesear’s Forum will present Lanford Wilson’s LUDLOW FAIR & THE MADNESS OF LADY BRIGHT, two one-act plays in a limited September/October engagement at Kennedy’s Down Under, Playhouse Square.
Cesear’s Forum will present Lanford Wilson’s LUDLOW FAIR & THE MADNESS OF LADY BRIGHT, two one-act plays in a limited September/October engagement at Kennedy’s Down Under, Playhouse Square.
Theater for the New City Unveils 2024 Dream Up Festival Lineup
Theater for the New City will present its twelfth Dream Up Festival in August. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theater for the New City will present its twelfth Dream Up Festival in August. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
New Mexico Actors Lab Offers 2024 Fall Season Flex-pass For Four Plays
New Mexico Actors Lab has announced its Fall Season of four powerful and provocative plays by award-winning playwrights. Learn more about the season here!
New Mexico Actors Lab has announced its Fall Season of four powerful and provocative plays by award-winning playwrights. Learn more about the season here!
25th Essential Festival Opens With World Premiere Written by Founder
On August 9, the 2024 Essential Theatre Silver Anniversary Play Festival will kick off at 7Stages in Little Five Points with a very special World Premiere: Peter Hardy's The Other Part of the Picture, directed by Ellen McQueen.
On August 9, the 2024 Essential Theatre Silver Anniversary Play Festival will kick off at 7Stages in Little Five Points with a very special World Premiere: Peter Hardy's The Other Part of the Picture, directed by Ellen McQueen.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Lanford Wilson written?
Lanford Wilson has written 6 shows including The Gingham Dog (Playwright), Talley's Folly (Playwright), Fifth of July (Playwright), Angels Fall (Playwright), Burn This (Playwright), Redwood Curtain (Playwright).
What awards has Lanford Wilson been nominated for?
Off Broadway Alliance Hall of Fame Award (), Artistic Achievement Award (IT Awards) for , Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence (The Lortels), Best Play (Tony Awards) for Angels Fall , Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for 5th of July, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Fifth of July , Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Talley's Folly, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Talley's Folly, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Talley's Folly, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Talley's Folly, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Talley's Folly, Best New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Fifth of July, Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Hot l Baltimore and Best Playwrights (Drama Desk Awards) for The Rimers of Eldritch.
What awards has Lanford Wilson won?
Lanford Wilson has received several awards throughout his career. These include the Off Broadway Alliance Hall of Fame Award, the Artistic Achievement Award from the IT Awards, and the Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence from The Lortels. He won Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Talley's Folly, and he also received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for the same work. Additionally, he was awarded Best American Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Hot l Baltimore, and Best Playwrights at the Drama Desk Awards for The Rimers of Eldritch.
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