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Michael Mitnick

Birth Place: Pittsburgh

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BIO

Michael Mitnick wrote "Sex Lives of Our Parents" (Second Stage Uptown, The Kennedy Center), "Fly By Night" with Will Connolly and Kim Rosenstock (Drama Desk-nominated Best Musical, Playwrights Horizons, Dallas Theater Center, TheatreWorks), "Ed, Downloaded" (Denver Center Theatre Company, Washington Ensemble Theatre) and "Spacebar: A Broadway Play by Kyle Sugarman" (City Lights Theater Company, The Wild Project). His songs have been performed at Lincoln Center Theater, Joe’s Pub, The Cutting Room and The Guggenheim. He currently is writing commissions for the Geffen Playhouse and the Roundabout Theatre Company. His film and television work includes the screenplay for "The Giver," the HBO show "Vinyl," and the screenplay for the upcoming film "The Current War" starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Michael Shannon. He is a graduate of Harvard University and holds an MFA in playwriting from the Yale School of Drama. He was born and raised in Pittsburgh.

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Michael Mitnick, Fly By Night

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Photos: Inside Classic Stage Company's 2024 Gala

Classic Stage Company presented their 2024 Gala, honoring Tony Award winner Nikki M. James and 11-time Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Directed by Daniel Goldstein, CSC’s 2024 Gala was hosted by Tony Award nominee Jenn Collela and Tony Award nominee Michael James Scott.
FLY BY NIGHT to Open at Gallery Theater This Month

Gallery Theater in McMinnville, Oregon, will present FLY BY NIGHT, a darkly comic rock-fable about love and hope during the 1965 Northeast blackout, with a reception following the premiere. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Theater Latte Da Extends SCOTLAND, PA

 Theater Latté Da has announced that its critically acclaimed regional premiere of SCOTLAND, PA has been extended by popular demand and will now run through October 27, 2024. 
Review: SCOTLAND, PA at Theater Latté Da

What did our critic think of SCOTLAND, PA at Theater Latté Da?
Full Cast Announced for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre

LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment announced the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble ready to bring the classic musical to life.
Photos: Gingold Theatrical Group Gala Honors Lynn Ahrens and Steven Flaherty

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!
Photos: Stars Turn Out for Gingold Group's 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala

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.
Melissa Errico to Lead a Sondheim Performance Workshop at 92NY

The 92nd Street Y will lead a two-day workshop devoted to the art of singing his music. Learn more and see how to attend.
Brenda Braxton & Santino Fontana to Perform at Gingold Theatrical Group Gala

Gingold Theatrical Group has revealed performers for the 2024 Golden Shamrock Gala. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theater Latté Da Presents SCOTLAND, PA At The Ritz Theater This September

Theater Latté Da brings SCOTLAND, PA to The Ritz Theater from September 18 to October 20, 2024. Enjoy this dark comedy adaptation of Shakespeare's MACBETH set in a 1970s Pennsylvania diner.
Meet the Cast of JOB, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway!

Following two sold-out runs Off-Broadway, JOB, the play by Max Wolf Friedlich, starring acclaimed original cast members Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, is coming to Broadway! Previews begin tonight. Meet the cast of JOB here!
JOB, Starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, Will Open on Broadway This Summer

Following two sold-out runs Off-Broadway, JOB, the smash hit play by Max Wolf Friedlich, will open on Broadway this summer starring acclaimed original cast members Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon. We have all of the details!
Previews: 2024-2025 Season of Adventurous Musical Theatre at Theater Latte Da

Theater Latté Da has announced their highly anticipated productions, creative teams, and key casting for their 2024-2025 season.
Jason Alexander to Star in Lonny Price-Helmed FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada

Jason Alexander and more will be starring in Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents SCOTLAND, PA State Premiere

Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the state premiere of the acclaimed musical SCOTLAND, PA.
Pittsburgh Public Theater To Present Pennsylvania Premiere Of Musical Comedy SCOTLAND, PA

Pittsburgh Public Theater will present the Pennsylvania premiere of the rock musical SCOTLAND, PA. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Theatre Write Now Announces First Cycle Of New Plays, Beginning April 27

Theatre Write Now is set to debut its first cycle of new plays from ten emerging playwrights this spring.
JOB, Starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, Returns Off-Broadway Next Month

JOB, the critically acclaimed psychological thriller about the toll life on the internet takes on all of us, which played a sold-out, twice-extended Off Broadway run this fall, will return for an encore engagement next month.  Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Over 25 Artists Present Selections From 8 New Musicals At Rhinebeck Writers Retreat

Over 25 artists are appearing live at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's gala 'Songs of our Summer from Rhinebeck to Chelsea' at Chelsea Table & Stage on November 27 at 6:30pm.
Beth Malone and Adam Chanler-Berat Will Host Rhinebeck Writers Retreat Gala This Month

Tony Award-nominee Beth Malone (FUN HOME, ANGELS IN AMERICA) and Adam Chanler-Berat (PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, AMELIE) will host the annual fundraising gala “Songs of our Summer from Rhinebeck to Chelsea” at Chelsea Table & Stage on November 27 at 6:30pm.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Michael Mitnick written?

Michael Mitnick has written 3 shows including Sex Lives of Our Parents (Playwright), Fly By Night: A New Musical (Playwright), Scotland, PA (Bookwriter).

What awards has Michael Mitnick been nominated for?

and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Fly By Night.

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