Samuel D. Hunter
Latest News on Samuel D. Hunter:
Juan Castano, Julia Chan, and Ryan Spahn Will Lead Ken Urban's DANGER AND OPPORTUNITY (Feb 11, 2025)
ONE JEWISH BOY West Coast Premiere To Open Echo Theater Company's 2025 Season (Feb 11, 2025)
Echo Theater Company Reveals Upcoming Season Lineup (Jan 27, 2025)
Juan Castano, Julia Chan, and Ryan Spahn Will Lead Ken Urban's DANGER AND OPPORTUNITY (Feb 11, 2025)
ONE JEWISH BOY West Coast Premiere To Open Echo Theater Company's 2025 Season (Feb 11, 2025)
Echo Theater Company Reveals Upcoming Season Lineup (Jan 27, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Play
Samuel D. Hunter, A Case for the Existence of God
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Play
Samuel D. Hunter, A Case for the Existence of God
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Best Play
Samuel D. Hunter, A Case for the Existence of God
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - John Gassner Award
Samuel D. Hunter , The Whale
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Play
Samuel D. HunterA Bright New Boise
winner
Obie Awards - 2011 - Playwriting
Samuel D. HunterA Bright New Boise
Videos
Video: Laurie Metcalf & Joe Mantello Talk LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD at Steppenwolf
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-20 08:48:12
VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer For Darren Aronofsky's THE WHALE Film Adaption
by Michael Major - 2022-12-14 09:19:53
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer For THE WHALE Film Adaption Starring Brendan Fraser & Sadie Sink
by Michael Major - 2022-11-08 09:20:59
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from CLARKSTON's World Premiere at Dallas Theater Center
by Stage Tube - 2015-12-29 16:55:35
STAGE TUBE: Preview THE WINDOW's Site-Specific 4 ALICE, Now thru 5/29
by Stage Tube - 2012-05-26 12:32:57
STAGE TUBE: Denver Center Theatre Company Selects 3 Plays from Colorado New Play Summit
by Kelsey Denette - 2012-01-29 10:09:32
News
Juan Castano, Julia Chan, and Ryan Spahn Will Lead Ken Urban's DANGER AND OPPORTUNITY
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025
Danger and Opportunity, a new play by award-winning playwright Ken Urban, is set to premiere at a new downtown venue, East Village Basement next month.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025
Danger and Opportunity, a new play by award-winning playwright Ken Urban, is set to premiere at a new downtown venue, East Village Basement next month.
ONE JEWISH BOY West Coast Premiere To Open Echo Theater Company's 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025
Navigating any relationship is difficult enough. What happens when you factor in politics and rising prejudice? Echo Theater Company will present the West Coast premiere of One Jewish Boy by British playwright Stephen Laughton, a biting, bittersweet story of two young people in love confronted with the world's unpredictable cruelty.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025
Navigating any relationship is difficult enough. What happens when you factor in politics and rising prejudice? Echo Theater Company will present the West Coast premiere of One Jewish Boy by British playwright Stephen Laughton, a biting, bittersweet story of two young people in love confronted with the world's unpredictable cruelty.
Echo Theater Company Reveals Upcoming Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025
The Echo Theater Company has announced another three-play season for 2025 that will provoke, entertain and surprise audiences. Learn more about the ilneup here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025
The Echo Theater Company has announced another three-play season for 2025 that will provoke, entertain and surprise audiences. Learn more about the ilneup here!
A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Begins In February At Know Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025
A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD begins in February at Know Theatre. From the writer of the Academy Award-winning film, The Whale, comes a humorous and wrenching tale about land, fatherhood, and the sacrifices we make for our children.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025
A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD begins in February at Know Theatre. From the writer of the Academy Award-winning film, The Whale, comes a humorous and wrenching tale about land, fatherhood, and the sacrifices we make for our children.
A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD to be Presented at Luna Stage This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025
Luna Stage will present the NY Drama Critics' Circle award-winner for Best Play, A Case for the Existence of God this winter. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025
Luna Stage will present the NY Drama Critics' Circle award-winner for Best Play, A Case for the Existence of God this winter. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Williamston Theatre Presents A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 18, 2025
Mid-Michigan's award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, is starting off 2025 with the Michigan Premiere of A Case for the Existence of God by Samuel D. Hunter.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 18, 2025
Mid-Michigan's award-winning professional theatre company, Williamston Theatre, located at 122 S. Putnam Street in downtown Williamston, is starting off 2025 with the Michigan Premiere of A Case for the Existence of God by Samuel D. Hunter.
Curious Theatre Company Presents A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025
Curious Theatre Company will present the regional premiere of A Case for the Existence of God by Samuel D. Hunter, the celebrated playwright behind the Oscar-winning The Whale.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025
Curious Theatre Company will present the regional premiere of A Case for the Existence of God by Samuel D. Hunter, the celebrated playwright behind the Oscar-winning The Whale.
Paul Sparks to Replace Brendan Fraser in GRANGEVILLE at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2025
Paul Sparks has joined Samuel D. Hunter’s Grangeville, a Signature-commissioned world premiere directed by Jack Serio. Sparks replaces Brendan Fraser. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2025
Paul Sparks has joined Samuel D. Hunter’s Grangeville, a Signature-commissioned world premiere directed by Jack Serio. Sparks replaces Brendan Fraser. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre of 2024
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025
What did our critic have to say about Toronto's Top Theatre of 2024?
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 1, 2025
What did our critic have to say about Toronto's Top Theatre of 2024?
A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Comes to Boise in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2024
A Case for the Existence of God comes to Boise Contemporary Theatre in 2025. The production, written by Samuel D. Hunter, will run this March. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2024
A Case for the Existence of God comes to Boise Contemporary Theatre in 2025. The production, written by Samuel D. Hunter, will run this March. Learn more here!
Ken Urban's DANGER AND OPPORTUNITY To Premiere At New Downtown Venue East Village Basement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024
Danger and Opportunity, a new play by award-winning playwright Ken Urban, will premiere in March 2025 at a new downtown venue, East Village Basement. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024
Danger and Opportunity, a new play by award-winning playwright Ken Urban, will premiere in March 2025 at a new downtown venue, East Village Basement. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Colman Domingo, Angelina Jolie, & More Win Awards at The Gothams
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2024
The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced the winners of the 34th edition of The Gothams at a ceremony held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2024
The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced the winners of the 34th edition of The Gothams at a ceremony held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
A SLOW AIR Comes to Steep Theatre Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2024
Steep Theatre will kick off the new year with the Chicago Premiere of David Harrower’s A Slow Air, directed by Steep Ensemble Member Robin Witt. Learn more about the show ehre!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2024
Steep Theatre will kick off the new year with the Chicago Premiere of David Harrower’s A Slow Air, directed by Steep Ensemble Member Robin Witt. Learn more about the show ehre!
A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Comes to Kitchen Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Kitchen Theatre Company will present A Case for the Existence of God, a moving and thought-provoking play by acclaimed playwright Samuel D. Hunter, this month.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Kitchen Theatre Company will present A Case for the Existence of God, a moving and thought-provoking play by acclaimed playwright Samuel D. Hunter, this month.
Review: A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Katonah Classic Stage
by Bruce Apar - Oct 30, 2024
Mr. Dawson’s staging is highly effective in its simplicity and pacing, holding the audience in thrall throughout. That, of course, also is a testament to the two very fine actors he’s cast.
by Bruce Apar - Oct 30, 2024
Mr. Dawson’s staging is highly effective in its simplicity and pacing, holding the audience in thrall throughout. That, of course, also is a testament to the two very fine actors he’s cast.
Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, & Bryan Cranston Join David Mamet-Penned Film ASSASSINATION
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 29, 2024
Tony Award nominee Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, and Tony-award-winner Bryan Cranston are all set to star in Assassination, the mystery thriller film from director Barry Levinson and playwright David Mamet and Sam Bromell.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 29, 2024
Tony Award nominee Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, and Tony-award-winner Bryan Cranston are all set to star in Assassination, the mystery thriller film from director Barry Levinson and playwright David Mamet and Sam Bromell.
Denver Center Theatre Company Announces Playwrights For The 19th Annual Colorado New Play Summit
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024
The Denver Center Theatre Company has announced the playwrights, dates, and details for the 2025 Colorado New Play Summit (CNPS). Learn more about the festival here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024
The Denver Center Theatre Company has announced the playwrights, dates, and details for the 2025 Colorado New Play Summit (CNPS). Learn more about the festival here!
Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.
Noah Reid Returns To Coal Mine Theatre In November In A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024
Noah Reid, known for his role in SCHITT'S CREEK, will perform with Mazin Elsadig in A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Coal Mine Theatre, directed by Ted Dykstra, starting this November.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024
Noah Reid, known for his role in SCHITT'S CREEK, will perform with Mazin Elsadig in A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Coal Mine Theatre, directed by Ted Dykstra, starting this November.
PlayPenn's 20th Anniversary New Play Development Conference Expands To More Philadelphia Districts
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2024
PlayPenn announced the expansion of its 20th Anniversary New Play Development Conference to more Philadelphia districts, featuring four plays selected from open submissions for development.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2024
PlayPenn announced the expansion of its 20th Anniversary New Play Development Conference to more Philadelphia districts, featuring four plays selected from open submissions for development.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Samuel D. Hunter written?
Samuel D. Hunter has written 4 shows including The Whale (Playwright), The Healing (Playwright), Lewiston & Clarkston (Playwright), Greater Clements (Playwright).
What awards has Samuel D. Hunter been nominated for?
Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Case for the Existence of God, Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for A Case for the Existence of God, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for A Case for the Existence of God, John Gassner Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Whale, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Bright New Boise and Playwriting (Obie Awards) for A Bright New Boise.
What awards has Samuel D. Hunter won?
Samuel D. Hunter has won the Best Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for A Case for the Existence of God and the Playwriting award at the Obie Awards for A Bright New Boise.
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