Robert Askins
Latest News on Robert Askins:
Announcing Seven Finalists in the 14th National Jewish Playwriting Contest; Finalists To Embark On International Tour, Including NYC and Israel (Dec 3, 2024)
The Keegan Theatre Reveals 28th Season in 2024-2025 (Jul 14, 2024)
MCC Theater Announces Creative Team For World Premiere of Douglas Lyons' TABLE 17 (Jul 8, 2024)
Announcing Seven Finalists in the 14th National Jewish Playwriting Contest; Finalists To Embark On International Tour, Including NYC and Israel (Dec 3, 2024)
The Keegan Theatre Reveals 28th Season in 2024-2025 (Jul 14, 2024)
MCC Theater Announces Creative Team For World Premiere of Douglas Lyons' TABLE 17 (Jul 8, 2024)
BIO
Robert was born in Cypress, Texas in 1980. He moved to New York in 2005. In 2009 his play Princes of Waco was produced by EST/Youngblood. His one act play Matthew and the Pastor’s Wife was a part of Marathon 2010 at EST and The Love Song of the Albanian Sous Chef won a Dallas Outer Circle Critics award in 2011. Most recently Rob’s Obie Award-winning play Hand to God enjoyed three sold-out runs at EST in 2011-12 followed by a 2014 engagement of the play at MCC Theater. Mr. Askins is proud to be an alumnus of I-73, Youngblood, and a member of The Ensemble Studio Theatre. He has received two E.S.T./Sloan grants, an Arch and Bruce Davis Award and is one of the 2012 recipients of the Helen Merrill Award for emerging playwrights. His next play, Permission, will premiere Off-Broadway at MCC Theater in Spring 2015.
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Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play
Robert Askins, Hand to God
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Play
Robert Askins, Hand to God
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - John Gassner Award (for American Play)
Robert AskinsHand to God
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TV: HAMILTON Makes History at the 60th Annual Drama Desk Awards; Go Inside the Big Night!
by TV - Red Carpets - Jun 4, 2015
TV Exclusive: Meet the Nominees- Robert Askins and Moritz von Stuelpnagel- 'I'm Running for President of Broadway!'
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 6, 2015
TV: Chatting with the Company of HAND TO GOD on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Apr 8, 2015
TV: Meet the Cast of MCC's PERMISSION- Justin Bartha, Elizabeth Reaser & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 4, 2015
TV: In Rehearsal with Merritt Wever & the Cast of MCC's THE NETHER!
by TV - Press Previews - Jan 10, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Meet Tyrone! Watch New Trailer for Broadway-Bound HAND TO GOD
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Bobby Cannavale, Eric Bogosian and David Zayas HAND TO GOD Testimonials
by James T Harding - Mar 2, 2012
STAGE TUBE: Richard Kind, Lois Smith & Dylan Baker HAND TO GOD Testimonials
by James T Harding - Mar 2, 2012
News
Announcing Seven Finalists in the 14th National Jewish Playwriting Contest; Finalists To Embark On International Tour, Including NYC and Israel
The Jewish Plays Project has announced the seven finalists for the 14th National Jewish Playwriting Contest, chosen from over 350 submissions from 28 states and 4 countries.
The Jewish Plays Project has announced the seven finalists for the 14th National Jewish Playwriting Contest, chosen from over 350 submissions from 28 states and 4 countries.
The Keegan Theatre Reveals 28th Season in 2024-2025
The Keegan Theatre has announced its 28th season in 2024-2025, featuring 6 mainstage productions in its beautiful, intimate theater on Church Street in Dupont Circle.
The Keegan Theatre has announced its 28th season in 2024-2025, featuring 6 mainstage productions in its beautiful, intimate theater on Church Street in Dupont Circle.
MCC Theater Announces Creative Team For World Premiere of Douglas Lyons' TABLE 17
MCC Theater (Bernie Telsey and Will Cantler, Co-Artistic Directors; Blake West, Executive Director) has announced the creative team for the World Premiere of Table 17 by Douglas Lyons (Chicken & Biscuits) and directed by Zhailon Levingston (Cats: The Jellicle Ball).
MCC Theater (Bernie Telsey and Will Cantler, Co-Artistic Directors; Blake West, Executive Director) has announced the creative team for the World Premiere of Table 17 by Douglas Lyons (Chicken & Biscuits) and directed by Zhailon Levingston (Cats: The Jellicle Ball).
MCC Theater to Host ARTIVIST TOWN HALL Next Week
MCC Theater has announced a special one-night-only public engagement event, Artivist Town Hall, which will take place at MCC Theater.
MCC Theater has announced a special one-night-only public engagement event, Artivist Town Hall, which will take place at MCC Theater.
Festival of New Jewish Plays is Coming to The Colonial Theatre in August
Berkshire Theatre Group, Jewish Plays Project and plays2gather will present the Festival of New Jewish Plays this summer. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Berkshire Theatre Group, Jewish Plays Project and plays2gather will present the Festival of New Jewish Plays this summer. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Tipping Point Theatre to Present Michigan's First Production Of THE SQUIRRELS
Tipping Point Theatre will conclude its 16th theatrical season with the Michigan premiere production of The Squirrels by Robert Askins. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tipping Point Theatre will conclude its 16th theatrical season with the Michigan premiere production of The Squirrels by Robert Askins. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE SQUIRRELS Comes to Maryland Ensemble Theatre This Month
Maryland Ensemble Theatre has announced their upcoming production of The Squirrels by Robert Askins. The Squirrels opens on Friday, March 29 and runs through Sunday, April 28
Maryland Ensemble Theatre has announced their upcoming production of The Squirrels by Robert Askins. The Squirrels opens on Friday, March 29 and runs through Sunday, April 28
MCC Theater Reveals #MCCMISCASTME Social Media Campaign For MISCAST24 - Submit Now!
Get the latest on MCC Theater's innovative campaign #MCCMISCASTME ahead of the much-anticipated MISCAST24. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's comprehensive coverage.
Get the latest on MCC Theater's innovative campaign #MCCMISCASTME ahead of the much-anticipated MISCAST24. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's comprehensive coverage.
Justin Bartha & Kelli Giddish to Star in MAYBE TOMORROW Benefit Performance
Kelli Giddish and Justin Bartha will star in Maybe Tomorrow by Max Mondi, as part of Abingdon Theatre Company's DMW Greer One Night Only Series.
Kelli Giddish and Justin Bartha will star in Maybe Tomorrow by Max Mondi, as part of Abingdon Theatre Company's DMW Greer One Night Only Series.
The Roustabouts Theatre Co Performs HAND TO GOD in March
The Roustabouts Theatre Co has announced its upcoming production of HAND TO GOD directed by Artistic Director/Founder Phil Johnson. A darkly comedic and outrageously entertaining play that will leave audiences laughing, gasping, and questioning their own beliefs.
The Roustabouts Theatre Co has announced its upcoming production of HAND TO GOD directed by Artistic Director/Founder Phil Johnson. A darkly comedic and outrageously entertaining play that will leave audiences laughing, gasping, and questioning their own beliefs.
Join a Meet & Greet With Gavin Creel and More at WALK ON THROUGH Special Performance
MCC Theater will present a special performance of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice on Saturday January 6 at 7:00PM.
MCC Theater will present a special performance of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice on Saturday January 6 at 7:00PM.
Gavin Creel's WALK ON THROUGH: CONFESSIONS OF A MUSEUM NOVICE Adds Performances at MCC Theater
MCC Theater is presenting the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice, written and performed by Tony Award® winner Gavin Creel. Performances have been added. Learn how to purchase tickets!
MCC Theater is presenting the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice, written and performed by Tony Award® winner Gavin Creel. Performances have been added. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Jewish Plays Project Reveals 6+ Finalists For 13th National Jewish Playwriting Contest
Jewish Plays Project has revealed the finalists for the 13th National Jewish Playwriting Contest. Find out which plays made the cut!
Jewish Plays Project has revealed the finalists for the 13th National Jewish Playwriting Contest. Find out which plays made the cut!
MCC Theater Reveals Final Extension For WALK ON THROUGH: CONFESSIONS OF A MUSEUM NOVICE
MCC Theater will present a final extension for the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice due to popular demand.
MCC Theater will present a final extension for the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice due to popular demand.
Scott Bakula, Hannah Cruz, Ben Levi Ross Lead Premiere of Jason Robert Brown's THE CONNECTOR
Scott Bakula will star Off-Broadway in the world premiere musical The Connector, conceived and directed by Daisy Prince, featuring music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, and a book by Jonathan Marc Sherman.
Scott Bakula will star Off-Broadway in the world premiere musical The Connector, conceived and directed by Daisy Prince, featuring music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, and a book by Jonathan Marc Sherman.
Performances Added for World Premiere of WALK ON THROUGH: CONFESSIONS OF A MUSEUM NOVICE
MCC Theater will present additional performances for the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice due to popular demand. Learn how to purchase tickets!
MCC Theater will present additional performances for the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice due to popular demand. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Fault Line Theatre Reveals Complete Casts for (plays) In Previews Workshop Series
Fault Line Theatre has revealed the casts for (plays) In Previews., their new play development program. Learn more about the program and see how to purchase tickets!
Fault Line Theatre has revealed the casts for (plays) In Previews., their new play development program. Learn more about the program and see how to purchase tickets!
HAND TO GOD Comes to the Hatbox Theatre in October
“Hand To God” A New American Play, produced by Actors Cooperative Theatre, will be presented at the Hatbox Theatre in Concord, NH for three weekends. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
“Hand To God” A New American Play, produced by Actors Cooperative Theatre, will be presented at the Hatbox Theatre in Concord, NH for three weekends. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
Meet the Cast of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
Jaja's African Hair Braiding will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, September 12 and open on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Meet the cast of Jaja's African Hair Braiding here!
Jaja's African Hair Braiding will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, September 12 and open on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Meet the cast of Jaja's African Hair Braiding here!
Sasha Allen, Madeline Benson & More to Star in Gavin Creel's WALK ON THROUGH: CONFESSIONS OF A MUSEUM NOVICE
MCC Theater has revealed the cast for the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice, written and performed by Tony Award® winner Gavin Creel (Into the Woods). Learn how to purchase tickets!
MCC Theater has revealed the cast for the World Premiere of Walk on Through: Confessions of a Museum Novice, written and performed by Tony Award® winner Gavin Creel (Into the Woods). Learn how to purchase tickets!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Robert Askins written?
Robert Askins has written 2 shows including Permission (Writer), The Squirrels (Playwright).
What awards has Robert Askins been nominated for?
Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (Drama League Awards) for Hand to God, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Hand to God and John Gassner Award (for American Play) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hand to God.
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