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STAGE CREDITS

The Foreigner
[Off-Broadway]
1984
Reverend David Marshall Lee
Henry V
[Off-Broadway]
1984
John Bates
Key Exchange
[Off-Broadway]
1981
Michael/Philip (Understudy)
Last Days at the Dixie Girl Cafe
[Off-Broadway]
1979
Wayne Blossom Jr.
G. R. Point
[Broadway]
1979
Micah (Standby)
Straw (Standby)

Productions

The Great SocietyThe Great Society
 
[Broadway, 2019] [Replacement]
Playwright[Replacement]

Writing

Heaven on Earth
Playwright
All the Way
Playwright

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Play

Robert Schenkkan, All the Way


winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Play

Robert Schenkkan, All the Way

Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Play

Robert Schenkkan, The Kentucky Cycle

Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Play

Robert Schenkkan, The Kentucky Circle

The Pulitzer Prize - 1992 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Robert Schenkkan, The Kentucky Cycle


winner
The Pulitzer Prize - 1992 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Robert Schenkkan, The Kentucky Cycle

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BOB & JEAN: A TRUE LOVE STORY World Premiere & More Set for Bay Street Theater 2025 S Photo
BOB & JEAN: A TRUE LOVE STORY World Premiere & More Set for Bay Street Theater 2025 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has revealed the entirety of the 2025 Summer Mainstage Season, featuring a world premiere and more. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for Robert Schenkkan's BOB & JEAN at ZACH Theatre Photo
Cast Set for Robert Schenkkan's BOB & JEAN at ZACH Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

ZACH Theatre has unveiled the cast and creatives for the regional premiere of Bob & Jean: A Love Story. See who is starring, and learn more about the production.
59E59 Theaters Unveils Winter 2025 Season Productions Photo
59E59 Theaters Unveils Winter 2025 Season Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Discover the upcoming productions for the Winter 2025 season at 59E59 Theaters, featuring a diverse lineup of plays and performances that promise to captivate audiences in New York City. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadet Photo
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
Under the Radar 20th Anniversary Festival Unveils Full Programming Photo
Under the Radar 20th Anniversary Festival Unveils Full Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024

Under the Radar has revealed the lineup of productions for the 20th Anniversary festival, reimagined for the second year as a citywide event, and the largest edition of the festival to date. See full programming and learn how to attend.
ATC Workshops Bob & Jean: A Love Story Featuring Casey Likes and Jeff McCarthy Photo
ATC Workshops Bob & Jean: A Love Story Featuring Casey Likes and Jeff McCarthy
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2024

Arizona Theatre Company held a developmental workshop reading of Robert Schenkkan’s Bob & Jean: A Love Story, featuring Casey Likes and Jeff McCarthy. The play is set for its World Premiere in Spring 2025.
The New Harmony Project Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 Writers' Residency Photo
The New Harmony Project Now Accepting Applications for the 2025 Writers' Residency
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2024

The New Harmony Project is now accepting applications for the 38th annual Writers’ Residency. Learn how to apply.
UTA Names Patrick Herold And Rachel Viola Co-Heads Of Theatre Photo
UTA Names Patrick Herold And Rachel Viola Co-Heads Of Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024

UTA has named Patrick Herold and Rachel Viola co-heads of the agency’s theatre practice. Read more.
Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon to be Honored at York Theatre Company Gala Photo
Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon to be Honored at York Theatre Company Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2024

The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl Join Dramatists Guild Council Photo
Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl Join Dramatists Guild Council
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024

Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl have joined The Dramatists Guild Council, the leadership team of the Guild.
Dramatists Legal Defense Fund Presents The Defender Award to the Hightower Family Photo
Dramatists Legal Defense Fund Presents The Defender Award to the Hightower Family
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024

The Dramatists Legal Defense Fund bestowed The 2024 Defender Award upon Philip, Amy, and Max Hightower of Sherman, Texas, at the Dramatists Guild Awards Night held at Sony Hall in New York City. Learn more!
JERSEY BOYS, THE WIZARD OF OZ, and More Set For ZACH Theatre's 2024-25 Season Photo
JERSEY BOYS, THE WIZARD OF OZ, and More Set For ZACH Theatre's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024

ZACH Theatre has announced its 2024- 25 Season with five Mainstage and three Family Series productions along with Austin’s holiday  tradition A Christmas Carol as a season add on.  Learn more about the full lineup here!
World Premiere of THE SABBATH GIRL Will Open Penguin Rep's 2024 Season Photo
World Premiere of THE SABBATH GIRL Will Open Penguin Rep's 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024

Penguin Rep Theatre will present the world premiere of The Sabbath Girl, a new musical with book by Cary Gitter, lyrics by Neil Berg and Mr. Gitter, and music by Mr. Berg, beginning Friday, May 3, in Stony Point, New York.
DINNER WITH FRIENDS To Be Presented At The Zephyr Theatre This April Photo
DINNER WITH FRIENDS To Be Presented At The Zephyr Theatre This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024

DINNER WITH FRIENDS, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Donald Margulies, will be presented by Adriano Aragon and Foursome Productions at the Zephyr Theatre.
Arizona Theatre Company to Hold General Auditions For 24/25 Season Photo
Arizona Theatre Company to Hold General Auditions For 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2024

Arizona Theatre Company will hold general auditions for Equity and Non-Equity performers for the 2024/2025 Season. Learn audition details!
DIAL M FOR MURDER & More Set for Arizona Theatre Company 2024/2025 Season Photo
DIAL M FOR MURDER & More Set for Arizona Theatre Company 2024/2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2024

Arizona Theatre Company has unveiled its 57th season. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Penguin Rep Theatre Unveils 2024 Season Featuring World Premieres & More Photo
Penguin Rep Theatre Unveils 2024 Season Featuring World Premieres & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2024

Penguin Rep Theatre has revealed its 2024 season, which will feature four mainstage productions, including two world premieres. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: FATHERLAND Opens Sunday At Fountain Theatre Photo
Photos: FATHERLAND Opens Sunday At Fountain Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2024

The Fountain Theatre presents the world premiere of “Fatherland,” a new work of verbatim theater conceived and directed by Fountain artistic director Stephen Sachs, opening Sunday, with performances continuing through March 30. See photos from the production.
Fountain Theatre Co-Founding Artistic Director Stephen Sachs Will Retire Photo
Fountain Theatre Co-Founding Artistic Director Stephen Sachs Will Retire
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2024

After 34 years as artistic director, Fountain Theatre co-founder Stephen Sachs has announced his retirement at the end of 2024.
The Fountain Theatre to Present World Premiere of FATHERLAND in February Photo
The Fountain Theatre to Present World Premiere of FATHERLAND in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2024

Fountain Theatre will present the new play ‘Fatherland,’ a true story of son who turned father in for Jan 6 attack on Capitol.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Robert Schenkkan been in?

Robert Schenkkan has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Robert Schenkkan been in?

Robert Schenkkan has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Robert Schenkkan been nominated for?

Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for All the Way, Best Play (Tony Awards) for All the Way, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Kentucky Cycle, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Kentucky Circle, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Kentucky Cycle and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for The Kentucky Cycle.

What awards has Robert Schenkkan won?

Robert Schenkkan has won the Outstanding Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for All the Way. He also won the Best Play award at the Tony Awards for All the Way. Additionally, he received The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for The Kentucky Cycle.

How many shows has Robert Schenkkan written?

Robert Schenkkan has written 3 shows including Heaven on Earth (Playwright), The Kentucky Cycle (Playwright), All the Way (Playwright).

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