Paola Lazaro
Latest News on Paola Lazaro:
2021 Steinberg Playwright Awards Recipients Announced (Dec 14, 2021)
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Announces 2021-22 Season (Jul 20, 2021)
V (Formerly Eve Ensler) and Maria Hinojosa Host Working Theater's Benefit Reading Of Lisa Ramirez's TO THE BONE (Nov 20, 2020)
2021 Steinberg Playwright Awards Recipients Announced (Dec 14, 2021)
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Announces 2021-22 Season (Jul 20, 2021)
V (Formerly Eve Ensler) and Maria Hinojosa Host Working Theater's Benefit Reading Of Lisa Ramirez's TO THE BONE (Nov 20, 2020)
BIO
Playwright and actress born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She holds a BFA in Dramatic Writing from SUNY Purchase College and an MFA in Playwriting from Columbia University. Paola was Atlantic Theater Company’s 2016/2017 Tow Playwright-in-Residence, supported by The Tow Foundation. She was a member of the Public Theater’s 2015 Emerging Writers Group and was selected as Playwright-in-Residence for the 2016 Sundance Theatre Lab in Morocco. Some of her plays include Contigo and There’s Always the Hudson, which was selected as part of Labyrinth Theater Company’s Up Next Series. Paola is the recipient of the Arts Entertainment Scholarship Award (2011) from the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts for her TV pilot episode of “Trópico”. In 2015, she was nominated for a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play for her role in TO THE BONE at the Cherry Lane Theatre.
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2021 Steinberg Playwright Awards Recipients Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2021
The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust today announced the names of the 10 outstanding early-to-mid-career playwrights who will be celebrated with 2021 Steinberg Playwright Awards in the amount of $10,000 each.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2021
The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust today announced the names of the 10 outstanding early-to-mid-career playwrights who will be celebrated with 2021 Steinberg Playwright Awards in the amount of $10,000 each.
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Announces 2021-22 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2021
Learn more about the full season, how to purchase tickets, the return of the company's Golden Ticket offer, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2021
Learn more about the full season, how to purchase tickets, the return of the company's Golden Ticket offer, and more!
V (Formerly Eve Ensler) and Maria Hinojosa Host Working Theater's Benefit Reading Of Lisa Ramirez's TO THE BONE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2020
WORKING THEATER continues its 36th season with a virtual benefit reading of Lisa Ramirez's TO THE BONE on December 7th, 2020.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2020
WORKING THEATER continues its 36th season with a virtual benefit reading of Lisa Ramirez's TO THE BONE on December 7th, 2020.
Working Theater Announces 2020-2021 Season, Presenting Works by Lisa Ramirez, Leila Buck, Michael Premo and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2020
WORKING THEATER has announced its digital programming for 2020-2021 beginning late October. Opening with Leila Buck's 'AMERICAN DREAMS,' which is currently on a national virtual tour, WORKING THEATER will also feature the audio immersive experience 'SANCTUARY' by Rachel Falcone and Michael Premo, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2020
WORKING THEATER has announced its digital programming for 2020-2021 beginning late October. Opening with Leila Buck's 'AMERICAN DREAMS,' which is currently on a national virtual tour, WORKING THEATER will also feature the audio immersive experience 'SANCTUARY' by Rachel Falcone and Michael Premo, and more.
AMC Announces Series Panels For COMIC-CON@HOME
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 22, 2020
AMC announced today virtual panels for several series at this year's Comic-Con@Home, including The Walking Dead, Fear the Walking Dead, The Walking Dead: World Beyond and NOS4A2.
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 22, 2020
AMC announced today virtual panels for several series at this year's Comic-Con@Home, including The Walking Dead, Fear the Walking Dead, The Walking Dead: World Beyond and NOS4A2.
3Views' New Digital Archive Launches Today, Featuring INTIMATE APPAREL, UNKNOWN SOLDIER, and GNIT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2020
The Lillys - in partnership with a broad coalition of theater artists - announced today that 3Views is shifting its mission: it will now serve as a digital archive, highlighting cancelled and waylaid productions, gathering reflections from theater makers, and spotlighting urgent and helpful initiatives.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2020
The Lillys - in partnership with a broad coalition of theater artists - announced today that 3Views is shifting its mission: it will now serve as a digital archive, highlighting cancelled and waylaid productions, gathering reflections from theater makers, and spotlighting urgent and helpful initiatives.
Haven Announces 2019-20 Season
by Julie Musbach - Jul 12, 2019
Haven Theatre, newly rebranded as "Haven," announces its 2019-20 Season, kicking off this fall with its fifth consecutive DIRECTORS HAVEN, three short plays showcasing the talents of early career directors, each with razor-sharp and inspiring visions for their work and our industry. Helming this year's productions are Lauren Katz, Aaron Mays and AJ Schwartz.
by Julie Musbach - Jul 12, 2019
Haven Theatre, newly rebranded as "Haven," announces its 2019-20 Season, kicking off this fall with its fifth consecutive DIRECTORS HAVEN, three short plays showcasing the talents of early career directors, each with razor-sharp and inspiring visions for their work and our industry. Helming this year's productions are Lauren Katz, Aaron Mays and AJ Schwartz.
A Red Orchid Theatre Announces New Members To Its Artistic Ensemble
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2019
A Red Orchid Theatre announces the addition of eight new members to the Artistic Ensemble: Karen Aldridge, Myron Elliott-Cisneros, Levi Holloway, Travis A. Knight, Jess McLeod, Sadieh Rifai, Grant Sabin, and Steve Schine. A Red Orchid also welcomes two Resident Stage Managers Stephanie Heller and Christa van Baale.
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2019
A Red Orchid Theatre announces the addition of eight new members to the Artistic Ensemble: Karen Aldridge, Myron Elliott-Cisneros, Levi Holloway, Travis A. Knight, Jess McLeod, Sadieh Rifai, Grant Sabin, and Steve Schine. A Red Orchid also welcomes two Resident Stage Managers Stephanie Heller and Christa van Baale.
Audible Announces Second Round of Theater Commissions from $5 Million Emerging Playwrights Fund
by Robert Diamond - Feb 7, 2019
by Robert Diamond - Feb 7, 2019
Azudi Onyejekwe, Andrew Samonsky and More Among Additional Cast and Creative Announced for Williamstown Theatre Festival
by Julie Musbach - Jun 6, 2018
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced casting and creative team additions to the 2018 season including Tony Award winners Natasha Katz and Clint Ramos, as well as details on additional programming and special events for the 2018 summer season.
by Julie Musbach - Jun 6, 2018
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced casting and creative team additions to the 2018 season including Tony Award winners Natasha Katz and Clint Ramos, as well as details on additional programming and special events for the 2018 summer season.
Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of OUR LADY OF 121ST STREET
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - May 21, 2018
Signature Theatre's Our Lady of 121st Street opened last night! BroadwayWorld was in attendance, check out the photos below!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - May 21, 2018
Signature Theatre's Our Lady of 121st Street opened last night! BroadwayWorld was in attendance, check out the photos below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Signature Theatre's OUR LADY OF 121ST STREET
by Julie Musbach - May 4, 2018
Our Lady of 121st Street runs through June 10, 2018 with a Sunday, May 20 opening night on The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). Get a first look at the production below!
by Julie Musbach - May 4, 2018
Our Lady of 121st Street runs through June 10, 2018 with a Sunday, May 20 opening night on The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). Get a first look at the production below!
Playwright Lauren Yee Featured in New Play Reading Series at Dorset Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2017
Dorset Theatre Festival incubates new works for the American stage through its New Play Reading series, which continues with Lauren Yee, playwright of King of the Yees and past Dramatist Guild Fellow.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2017
Dorset Theatre Festival incubates new works for the American stage through its New Play Reading series, which continues with Lauren Yee, playwright of King of the Yees and past Dramatist Guild Fellow.
Playwright Lauren Yee Featured in New Play Reading Series at Dorset Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2017
Dorset Theatre Festival incubates new works for the American stage through its New Play Reading series, which continues with Lauren Yee, playwright of King of the Yees and past Dramatist Guild Fellow.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2017
Dorset Theatre Festival incubates new works for the American stage through its New Play Reading series, which continues with Lauren Yee, playwright of King of the Yees and past Dramatist Guild Fellow.
Playhouse Creatures to Host 2017 Tennessee Williams Festival This June
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2017
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2017
Playhouse Creatures to Host 2017 Tennessee Williams Festival This June
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2017
Photo Coverage: Atlantic Theater Company Celebrates Opening Night of DERREN BROWN: SECRET
by Jennifer Broski - May 17, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company presents the world premiere production of Olivier Award winner Derren Brown's new show Secret, written by Andy Nyman, Derren Brown and Andrew O'Connor, and directed by Andrew O'Connor and Andy Nyman.
by Jennifer Broski - May 17, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company presents the world premiere production of Olivier Award winner Derren Brown's new show Secret, written by Andy Nyman, Derren Brown and Andrew O'Connor, and directed by Andrew O'Connor and Andy Nyman.
Photo Coverage: Atlantic Theater Company Honors Neil Pepe at Directors' Choice Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 7, 2017
Last night, Atlantic Theater Company presented their Annual Gala at The Pierre. Directors' Choice celebrated Atlantic's directors with a fabulous evening of unexpected songs, honoring Neil Pepe for his 25 years of artistic leadership.
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 7, 2017
Last night, Atlantic Theater Company presented their Annual Gala at The Pierre. Directors' Choice celebrated Atlantic's directors with a fabulous evening of unexpected songs, honoring Neil Pepe for his 25 years of artistic leadership.
Photo Coverage: THE PENITENT Takes Opening Night Bows at Atlantic Theater Company
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 28, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company presents the world premiere play The Penitent, by Atlantic's Pulitzer Prize-winning co-founder David Mamet, directed by artistic director Neil Pepe. The Penitent features Lawrence Gilliard Jr. ('The Walking Dead,' The Machinist, 'The Wire') and Atlantic Theater Company ensemble members Chris Bauer ('True Blood,' Broadway's A Streetcar Named Desire, 'The Wire'), Jordan Lage (Broadway's Glengarry Glen Ross, Speed-the-Plow, Race), and Rebecca Pidgeon (The Spanish Prisoner, 'The Unit,' Broadway's The Old Neighborhood).
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 28, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company presents the world premiere play The Penitent, by Atlantic's Pulitzer Prize-winning co-founder David Mamet, directed by artistic director Neil Pepe. The Penitent features Lawrence Gilliard Jr. ('The Walking Dead,' The Machinist, 'The Wire') and Atlantic Theater Company ensemble members Chris Bauer ('True Blood,' Broadway's A Streetcar Named Desire, 'The Wire'), Jordan Lage (Broadway's Glengarry Glen Ross, Speed-the-Plow, Race), and Rebecca Pidgeon (The Spanish Prisoner, 'The Unit,' Broadway's The Old Neighborhood).
Photo Coverage: Atlantic Theater Company Celebrates Opening Night of TELL HECTOR I MISS HIM
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 24, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company's world premiere play Tell Hector I Miss Him by Paola Lazaro, directed by David Mendizabal, will play through February 19 at Atlantic Stage 2 (330 West 16th Street), where it just opened last night.
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 24, 2017
Atlantic Theater Company's world premiere play Tell Hector I Miss Him by Paola Lazaro, directed by David Mendizabal, will play through February 19 at Atlantic Stage 2 (330 West 16th Street), where it just opened last night.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Paola Lazaro written?
Paola Lazaro has written 1 shows including Tell Hector I Miss Him (Playwright).
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