Tony Kushner
Latest News on Tony Kushner:
Todd Waite Will Retire From the Alley Theatre Acting Company (Nov 22, 2024)
Donald Holder to Lead Lighting Design at David Geffen School of Drama (Nov 20, 2024)
Josh O'Connor Cast in Steven Spielberg's 2026 Film (Nov 18, 2024)
Todd Waite Will Retire From the Alley Theatre Acting Company (Nov 22, 2024)
Donald Holder to Lead Lighting Design at David Geffen School of Drama (Nov 20, 2024)
Josh O'Connor Cast in Steven Spielberg's 2026 Film (Nov 18, 2024)
BIO
Tony Kushner's other plays include A Bright Room Called Day; Angels In America, Parts One and Two; Slavs!; Homebody/Kabul and Caroline, or Change. His adaptations include Corneille's The Illusion, S.Y. Ansky's The Dybbuk, and Brecht's The Good Person of Sezuan and Mother Courage and Her Children (Public Theater). Kushner’s films include Angels In America, directed by Mike Nichols and Munich, directed by Steven Spielberg. His books include Brundibar, illustrations by Maurice Sendak; The Art of Maurice Sendak, 1980 to the Present; and Wrestling With Zion: Progressive Jewish-American Responses to the Palestinian/Israeli Conflict (co-edited with Alisa Solomon). Kushner has received the Pulitzer Prize, an Emmy Award, an Oscar nomination, two Tony Awards, three Obie Awards, an Olivier Award, two Evening Standard Awards, and is the first recipient of the Steinberg Distinguished Playwright Award.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 29: (L-R) Ansel Elgort, Corey Stoll, Rachel Zegler, Josh Andres Rivera, Steven Spielberg, Mike Faist, Rita Moreno, Brian d'Arcy James, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Kevin McCollum, Kristie Macosko Krieger, and Tony Kushner attend the New York premiere of West Side Story on November 29, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for 20th Century Studios)
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11/30/2021
From: PHOTO FLASH: WEST SIDE STORY tiene su premiere en Nueva York
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 29: Ansel Elgort, Corey Stoll, Rachel Zegler, Josh Andres Rivera, Steven Spielberg, Mike Faist, Rita Moreno, Brian d'Arcy James, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Kevin McCollum, Alan Horne, Kristie Macosko Krieger, and Tony Kushner attend the New York premiere of West Side Story on November 29, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for 20th Century Studios)
Date:
11/30/2021
From: PHOTO FLASH: WEST SIDE STORY tiene su premiere en Nueva York
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Awards and Nominations
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The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Revival
Tony Kushner, Angels in America: Perestroika
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The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Revival
Tony Kushner, Angels in America: Millennium Approaches
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Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best New Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Obie Awards - 2004 - Special Citations
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The Lortels - 2004 - Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee(s)
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Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Book of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
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Obie Awards - 2002 - Playwriting
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Obie Awards - 1995 - Playwriting
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - Best Play
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Olivier Awards - 1994 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year
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Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Play
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Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding New Play
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Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Play
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - Best Play
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The Pulitzer Prize - 1993 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
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Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Play
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Evening Standard Awards - 1992 - Best Play
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Olivier Awards - 1992 - BBC Award for the Play of the Year
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Photos/Video: Tony-Winner Susan Stroman Receives 2023 Louis Auchincloss Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2023
VIDEO: First Look at The Acting Company's THE THREE MUSKETEERS and ROMEO AND JULIET in Repertory
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2022
VIDEO: Rachel Zegler Sings PHANTOM, FUNNY GIRL & More For 'Song Association'
by Michael Major - Apr 22, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Ariana DeBose Perform 'America' in New WEST SIDE STORY Music Video
by Michael Major - Mar 2, 2022
VIDEO: Ariana DeBose Discusses WEST SIDE STORY Oscar Nomination on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - Feb 21, 2022
VIDEO: WEST SIDE STORY Cast Sings 'America' in Scoring Session Featurette
by Michael Major - Feb 1, 2022
VIDEO: Rachel Zegler & Andrew Garfield Interview Each Other for Variety's Actors on Actors Series
by Michael Major - Jan 31, 2022
VIDEO: Watch a Costume Featurette From WEST SIDE STORY Featuring Paul Tazewell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2022
VIDEO: Tony Kushner Talks WEST SIDE STORY, Working With Steven Spielberg, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2022
VIDEO: Steven Spielberg & Janusz Kamiński Discuss WEST SIDE STORY Cinematography
by Michael Major - Dec 28, 2021
VIDEO: Ariana DeBose Talks Audra McDonald & WEST SIDE STORY on THE LATE LATE SHOW
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2021
VIDEO: Watch Ariana DeBose Perform 'America' in New WEST SIDE STORY Clip
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2021
VIDEO: Steven Spielberg Talks David Alvarez as Bernardo in WEST SIDE STORY
by Michael Major - Dec 9, 2021
News
Todd Waite Will Retire From the Alley Theatre Acting Company
Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced that after 25 years, Todd Waite will retire as a member of the Resident Acting Company. Learn more here!
Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced that after 25 years, Todd Waite will retire as a member of the Resident Acting Company. Learn more here!
Donald Holder to Lead Lighting Design at David Geffen School of Drama
Donald Holder will join the faculty of David Geffen School of Drama at Yale as Professor in the Practice and will serve as Head of the Lighting Design Concentration at the Geffen School and Lighting Design Advisor at Yale Repertory Theatre.
Donald Holder will join the faculty of David Geffen School of Drama at Yale as Professor in the Practice and will serve as Head of the Lighting Design Concentration at the Geffen School and Lighting Design Advisor at Yale Repertory Theatre.
Josh O'Connor Cast in Steven Spielberg's 2026 Film
Josh O'Connor is the latest performer to be cast in Steven Spielberg's next film. The actor has joined Spielberg's 'event film,' which hits theaters on May 15, 2026 and will appear alongside the previously announced Colman Domingo, Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, and Eve Hewson.
Josh O'Connor is the latest performer to be cast in Steven Spielberg's next film. The actor has joined Spielberg's 'event film,' which hits theaters on May 15, 2026 and will appear alongside the previously announced Colman Domingo, Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, and Eve Hewson.
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
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.
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.
What Are the Great American Plays?
Great American plays often capture key moments, issues, and themes that define American life, culture, and history, making them essential parts of the American theatrical canon. Which playwrights do you think made the list?
Great American plays often capture key moments, issues, and themes that define American life, culture, and history, making them essential parts of the American theatrical canon. Which playwrights do you think made the list?
Full Cast & Creative Team Set For A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY At Blank Theatre Company
Blank Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the final show of their 2024 season, A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY by Tony Kushner.
Blank Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the final show of their 2024 season, A BRIGHT ROOM CALLED DAY by Tony Kushner.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Sets Community Pay-What-You-Can & Pride Night Shows
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced two special performances for the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced two special performances for the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
Asa Butterfield Will Make His Stage Debut in One-Man Comedy Play, SECOND BEST
Asa Butterfield, star of Netflix’s Sex Education will make his stage debut in the one-man play, Second Best – a fictional story about the boy who came second to play Harry Potter.
Asa Butterfield, star of Netflix’s Sex Education will make his stage debut in the one-man play, Second Best – a fictional story about the boy who came second to play Harry Potter.
Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction to Take Place This Sunday
Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return for one day only this Sunday, September 22, 2024. More than 50 tables are set to sell stage-used props, memorabilia, posters and more. See how to attend!
Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return for one day only this Sunday, September 22, 2024. More than 50 tables are set to sell stage-used props, memorabilia, posters and more. See how to attend!
Colman Domingo in Talks to Appear in Steven Spielberg's Next Film
Colman Domingo is in talks to join Spielberg's 'event film,' which hits theaters on May 15, 2026. If cast, he would join previously announced actors Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, and Eve Hewson.
Colman Domingo is in talks to join Spielberg's 'event film,' which hits theaters on May 15, 2026. If cast, he would join previously announced actors Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, and Eve Hewson.
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS Comes to Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the hilarious Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara has announced the first production of its 2024/2025 season, the hilarious Off-Broadway hit comedy with plenty of bite, DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, written by Gordon Greenberg & Steve Rosen and directed by Jamie Torcellini.
WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More to Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction; Early Bidding Open
The first table participants have been revealed for this year’s Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, set for Sunday, September 22, 2024. Learn how to attend.
The first table participants have been revealed for this year’s Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, set for Sunday, September 22, 2024. Learn how to attend.
Gamm Theatre to Hold Auditions for ANGELS IN AMERICA
Gamm Theatre will hold auditions for ANGELS IN AMERICA, seeking actors for various roles. Learn more about the production and see how to audition!
Gamm Theatre will hold auditions for ANGELS IN AMERICA, seeking actors for various roles. Learn more about the production and see how to audition!
Marin Shakespeare Company to Present ANGELS IN AMERICA, PARTS I & II By Oakland Theater Project
Marin Shakespeare Company will present the Oakland Theater Project's production of ANGELS IN AMERICA, PARTS I & II by Tony Kushner, directed by Michael Socrates Moran, set to captivate audiences this season.
Marin Shakespeare Company will present the Oakland Theater Project's production of ANGELS IN AMERICA, PARTS I & II by Tony Kushner, directed by Michael Socrates Moran, set to captivate audiences this season.
Video: Nathan Lane Will Join the Cast of Season 2 of ELSBETH
The CBS series Elsbeth has revealed the first special guest for its second season, and it is none other than Broadway's own Nathan Lane! Check out a teaser video here!
The CBS series Elsbeth has revealed the first special guest for its second season, and it is none other than Broadway's own Nathan Lane! Check out a teaser video here!
Shaina Taub Will Host Broadway for Harris Community Launch
Shaina Taub, creator and star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Suffs, will host the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call tonight, Monday, August 26 from 6:00-7:00pm ET. The call will take place over Zoom and is open to the public.
Shaina Taub, creator and star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Suffs, will host the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call tonight, Monday, August 26 from 6:00-7:00pm ET. The call will take place over Zoom and is open to the public.
70+ Broadway Stars Unite in Support of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz
New York’s theater community is organizing to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election. Broadway for Harris is a volunteer coalition of industry professionals and theater enthusiasts united to elect Kamala Harris, Tim Walz and down ballot Democratic candidates this November.
New York’s theater community is organizing to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election. Broadway for Harris is a volunteer coalition of industry professionals and theater enthusiasts united to elect Kamala Harris, Tim Walz and down ballot Democratic candidates this November.
Gamm Theatre Announces Bonus Productions Of Tony Kushner's ANGELS IN AMERICA
The Gamm Theatre will present Tony Kushner's ANGELS IN AMERICA, a powerful drama exploring politics, love, and the AIDS crisis in 1980s America.
The Gamm Theatre will present Tony Kushner's ANGELS IN AMERICA, a powerful drama exploring politics, love, and the AIDS crisis in 1980s America.
Meet the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!
Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Tony Kushner been in?
Tony Kushner has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Tony Kushner been in?
Tony Kushner has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Tony Kushner been nominated for?
Outstanding Revival (The Lortels) for Angels in America: Perestroika, Outstanding Revival (The Lortels) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Caroline, Or Change, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Caroline, or Change, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Caroline, or Change, Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee(s) (The Lortels), Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Caroline, or Change, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Caroline, or Change, Playwriting (Obie Awards) for Homebody/Kabul, Playwriting (Obie Awards) for Slavs!, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Angels in America: Perestroika, BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Perestroika , Best Play (Tony Awards) for Angels in America: Perestroika, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Angels in America, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Angels in America: Perestroika, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Angels in America and BBC Award for the Play of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Angels In America.
What awards has Tony Kushner won?
Outstanding Revival (The Lortels) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, Outstanding Revival (The Lortels) for Angels in America: Perestroika, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Caroline, Or Change, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Caroline, or Change, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Caroline, or Change, Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee(s) (The Lortels), Playwriting (Obie Awards) for Homebody/Kabul, Playwriting (Obie Awards) for Slavs!, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Angels in America: Perestroika, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Angels in America: Perestroika, Best Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, and Best Play (Evening Standard Awards) for Angels in America.
How many shows has Tony Kushner written?
Tony Kushner has written 15 shows including Don Juan de Marco (Lyricist), L'Illusion (Adaptation), A Bright Room Called Day (Playwright), Angels in America: Millennium Approaches (Playwright), Angels in America (Playwright), Angels in America: Perestroika (Playwright), The Illusion (Adaptation), Slavs! (Playwright), A Dybbuk, or Between Two Worlds (Adaptation), Love's Fire: Fresh Numbers by Seven American Playwrights (Playwright), Homebody/Kabul (Playwright), Caroline, or Change (Bookwriter), Short Talks on the Universe (Playwright), Brundibar (Libretto), The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures (Playwright).
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