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William Inge

Date of Death: June 10, 1973 (60)

Birth Place: Independence, KS, USA

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Movies

Come Back, Little Sheba
[ 1952 ] writer
Splendor in the Grass
[ 1961 ] writer
All Fall Down
[ 1962 ] writer
The Stripper
[ 1963 ] writer
Picnic
[ 2014 ] writer

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1958 - Best Play

William Inge, The Dark at the Top of the Stairs

Tony Awards - 1956 - Best Play

William Inge, Bus Stop

New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1955 - Best American Play

William Inge, Bus Stop


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1953 - Best American Play

William Inge, Picnic


winner
The Pulitzer Prize - 1953 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

William Inge, Picnic

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News


NAATCO’s Creative Producer Peter Kim to Step Down
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025

Peter Kim, NAATCO’s Creative Producer, will be stepping down from his position at the end of this month. Learn more about Kim and about the company's plans for the future.
The Factory Theater's Overtime Series Returns With GREETINGS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2025

Currently in their 30th Season of producing world premiere productions by Chicago playwrights, The Factory Theater has announced the 2025 return of their Overtime Series.
Staged Reading of BARKLEE Comes to AMT Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

AMT Theater in partnership with Paris Avenue Productions will be developing a new play, BARKLEE, written by award winning playwright Tom Cavanaugh. Learn more about the reading here!
April Matthis, Crystal Finn & More Join THE MEMBER OF THE WEDDING at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024

Classic Stage Company has revealed the cas for the next play in The Rediscovery Readings series, The Member of the Wedding, by Carson McCullers. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Olivia Washington & Tramell Tillman Join WINE IN THE WILDERNESS at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2024

Olivia Washington and Tramell Tillman have joined the cast of WINE IN THE WILDERNESS by Alice Childress at Classic Stage Company, adding depth to this compelling production. Learn how to purchase tickets.
John Patrick Shanley To Be Honored at The William Inge Center For The Performing Arts
by Paula Makar - Oct 23, 2024

The William Inge Center for the Arts at Independence Community College, Independence Kansas, announces John Patrick Shanley as the Honoree for the 42nd William Inge Theatre Festival, which takes place April 17-19, 2025. Shanley will be presented with the William Inge Distinguished Achievement in the American Theatre Award. The Festival will include the 8th New Play Lab, a partnership with the Kansas Arts Commission and Independence Community College, performances, workshops, panel discussions and social events.
Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 13, 2024

Audiences will get a double bill of jazz brilliance with Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA on Saturday, October 19. Check out a video sneak peek at the performance here.
Video: Watch a Preview of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Michael Major - Oct 4, 2024

Watch a first look at Little Shop of Horrors at South Coast Repertory! The new video montage features a look at various scenes and musical numbers from the production, set to the title song and 'Suddenly Seymour' sung by the cast. Watch the video of the new production now!
NAATCO to Present Modern Verse Translations of Shakespeare's CYMBELINE and TWELFTH NIGHT Plus More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2024

NAATCO will present the World Premiere of Andrea Thome’s modern verse translation of one of Shakespeare’s most complex plays, Cymbeline, presented in partnership with Play On Shakespeare. Learn more about upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 28, 2024

South Coast Repertory opens its 2024-25 season with the musical creature feature Little Shop of Horrors, Directed by Jenn Thompson, the cult classic runs through Oct. 20 on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos here!
Connecticut Repertory Theatre Presents THE MOORS At The Name Katter Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024

Connecticut Repertory Theatre has announced the production of THE MOORS by Jen Silverman, running from October 10 - 20, 2024, at the Name Katter Theatre.
Drama Book Shop to Present A Discussion With Jacqueline Goldfinger And Adam Szymkowicz
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2024

Join Jacqueline Goldfinger and Adam Szymkowicz at Drama Book Shop for a discussion on playwriting, featuring a talkback, book signing, and live podcast recording. Celebrate three books on playwriting.
NAATCO adds Portland Center Stage to its National Partnership Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2024

Portland Center Stage will be the fifth partner to join NAATCO’s efforts towards promoting more expansive and long-lasting representations of Asian Americans in theater. Learn more about the partnership.
McCarter Theatre Center 2024-25 Presented Programming Season Begins
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024

McCarter Theatre Center has begun its highly anticipated 2024-2025 Presenting Season, offering a blend of perennial favorites and exciting cutting-edge talent.
The Road Theatre Company Adds Captioned Performances of ROBBIN, FROM THE HOOD
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2024

The Road Theatre Company has added a new captioning system to its state-of-the-art theatre in North Hollywood and the company will now be able to offer three captioned performances for the deaf and hard of hearing communities for their upcoming world premiere of ROBBIN, FROM THE HOOD.
Review: THE SUNSHINE BOYS at Beck Center
by Roy Berko - Sep 17, 2024

What did our critic think of THE SUNSHINE BOYS at BECK CENTER?
South Coast Repertory Opens 2024-25 Season With LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2024

South Coast Repertory announced its 2024-25 season opener, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 19 on the Segerstrom Stage. Directed by Jenn Thompson, this marks the show's SCR debut.
Review: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE at Cain Park--Alma Theatre
by Roy Berko - Sep 10, 2024

What did our critic think of A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE at Cain Park--Alma Theatre?
Cast and Creatives Set For Ford's Theatre Society's MISTER LINCOLN
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

Ford’s Theatre announced the cast and creative team for MISTER LINCOLN, featuring David Selby as Abraham Lincoln. The production will run from October 10 to November 15, 2024.
John Cariani, Mary Testa, and More Set For Transport Group's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2024

Transport Group has announced its 2024-25 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has William Inge written?

William Inge has written 13 shows including Sheba (Source Material), Picnic (Playwright), Bus Stop (Playwright), The Dark at the Top of the Stairs (Playwright), A Loss of Roses (Playwright), Glory in the Flower (Playwright), Natural Affection (Playwright), Hot September (Source Material), Where's Daddy? (Playwright), Cherry (Source Material), Summer Brave (Playwright), The Dark at the Top of the Stairs (Playwright), Come Back, Little Sheba (Playwright).

What awards has William Inge been nominated for?

William Inge has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Best Play at the Tony Awards for both "The Dark at the Top of the Stairs" and "Bus Stop." In addition, he received nominations for Best American Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Bus Stop" and "Picnic." Furthermore, Inge won The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for his play "Picnic."

What awards has William Inge won?

William Inge has won several prestigious awards for his play "Picnic." He received the Best American Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama from The Pulitzer Prize. These accolades recognize the excellence and impact of Inge's work in the theatrical industry.

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