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Warren Leight

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Warren Leight, Leap of Faith

The Pulitzer Prize - 1999 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

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Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Play

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Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Play

Warren Leight, Side Man

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Play

Warren Leight, Side Man

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

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Broadway on Bluesky: A Guide to the Growing Social Media Platform

As social media users flock to Bluesky for a Twitter/X alternative, find out more about how you can create a perfectly Broadway-themed algorithm. Find out how to create an account, which Broadway stars to follow on Bluesky, and more!
Photos: Jonathan Groff in Benefit Concert of Broadway-Bound JUST IN TIME

Last night, Signature Theatre held a sold-out benefit concert of the upcoming new Broadway-bound musical Just In Time starring Tony Award-winning actor Jonathan Groff as legendary singer Bobby Darin. Check out photos from the performance here!
Video: Jonathan Groff in JUST IN TIME on Broadway Trailer

Tickets are now on sale to the general public for the world premiere of the new Broadway musical JUST IN TIME starring Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff. Watch the trailer here!
Photos: Broadway Stars Turn Out Save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre

On Tuesday, October 8th, many Broadway notables joined forces to raise funds for the historic West Bank Cafe and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre. See photos from inside the event.
Jonathan Groff Will Star as Bobby Darin in New Broadway Musical JUST IN TIME

Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff will return to Broadway as Bobby Darin in the world premiere  of the new musical JUST IN TIME. Learn more about the musical here including what songs to expect, the creative team and dates for the show!
Gabe Ebert, Bianca Leigh, and Amy Spanger Join Tonight's West Bank Cafe Gala

Three new cast members have joined tonight's special gala to celebrate and raise funds to save a beloved Theatre District institution, The West Bank Cafe. On Tuesday, October 8th, the iconic restaurant and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, will host a gala packed with Broadway stars.
Tom Kitt, Liz Callaway, Orfeh Join West Bank Cafe Benefit Concert

Broadway stars will take the stage for a gala aimed at revitalizing the historic West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre.
Eva Noblezada, Lillias White and More Join West Bank Cafe Benefit Concert

A star-studded gala will be held on October 8th to benefit New York's legendary West Bank Cafe, featuring performances and appearances by notable figures from the entertainment industry.
GoFundMe Campaign Launches to Save The West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre

The West Bank Cafe previously announced that it will be closing its doors next month. Now, a GoFundMe campaign has launched to help save the venue from its demise. Learn more about how to help here!
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS: NATIONALS 2024 Cohort Announced

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has announced this year's cohort for The 24 Hour Plays: Nationals, which will return this summer for their 13th year. A weeklong professional development initiative for early-career theater artists, The 24 Hour Plays: Nationals 2024 will take place July 15-22, 2024 at the Pace University Lower Manhattan campus. 
Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl Join Dramatists Guild Council

Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl have joined The Dramatists Guild Council, the leadership team of the Guild.
Ife Olujobi, Warren Leight & 2023 WGA Strike Captains Receive Dramatists Guild Advocacy Award

The Dramatists Guild of America revealed the recipients of the inaugural Dramatists Guild Advocacy Award. Learn more about the award!
Maggie Siff, Julie Halston & More to Star in BREAKING THE STORY at Second Stage

Second Stage Theater has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere production of a new play by Alexis Scheer, BREAKING THE STORY. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Second Stage to Present the World Premiere of Alexis Scheer's BREAKING THE STORY

Second Stage Theater will present the world premiere production of a new play by Alexis Scheer, BREAKING THE STORY.
The Fire This Time Festival Finds New Home at The Wild Project

FRIGID New York will present the 2024 The Fire This Time Festival at a brand new home this January. The Obie Award winning festival will be celebrating its 15th anniversary with the return of its annual Ten-Minute Play Program at The Wild Project.
SABBATH'S THEATER Extended Through Mid December

Due to demand, The New Group has added two weeks for Sabbath’s Theater, adapted from the novel by Philip Roth by Ariel Levy and John Turturro.
Photos: Christian Slater, Jesse Eisenberg, Raul Esparza, and More Honor Warren Leight at THE 24 HOUR PLAYS

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS' 23rd Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway event took place last night, honoring playwright and screenwriter Warren Leight, a longtime supporter of the organization. Check out photos from the event here!
Christian Slater, Dagmara Dominczyk, Josh Radnor and More Join THE 24 HOUR PLAYS ON BROADWAY

Additional talent has been announced for the 23rd Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway. Find out who is joining the lineup here!
Jesse Eisenberg, Bebe Neuwirth, Raúl Esparza and More Join THE 24 HOUR PLAYS on Broadway

Initial talent has been revealed for the 23rd Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway. This one-night-only event featuring distinguished artists from the New York entertainment community and beyond will be held this year on Monday October 23, 2023 at The Town Hall. Find out who will appear here!
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS to Honor Warren Leight at Annual Event in October

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS' 23rd Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway event will honor playwright and screenwriter Warren Leight, a longtime supporter of the organization. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Warren Leight written?

Warren Leight has written 8 shows including Mayor (Bookwriter), Side Man (Playwright), The 24 Hour Plays 2003 (Playwright), The 24 Hour Plays 2004 (Playwright), The 24 Hour Plays 2005 (Playwright), The 24 Hour Plays 2007 (Playwright), Leap of Faith (Co-librettist), Just in Time (Book).

What awards has Warren Leight been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Leap of Faith, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Side Man, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Side Man, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Side Man, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Side Man and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Side Man.

What awards has Warren Leight won?

Warren Leight has won the Best Play award at the Tony Awards for Side Man and the Outstanding Play award at the Drama Desk Awards, also for Side Man.

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