Zora Neale Hurston
Date of Death: January 28, 1960 (69)
Birth Place: Eatonville, FL, USA
Latest News on Zora Neale Hurston:
TN Shakespeare Co. Will Host Children's Literacy Gala (Feb 18, 2025)
Alley Theatre Receives a National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Grant (Jan 28, 2025)
The Arts Academy of Sedona & The Verde Valley School to Celebrate Black History Month (Jan 13, 2025)
TN Shakespeare Co. Will Host Children's Literacy Gala (Feb 18, 2025)
Alley Theatre Receives a National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Grant (Jan 28, 2025)
The Arts Academy of Sedona & The Verde Valley School to Celebrate Black History Month (Jan 13, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Musical
Zora Neale HurstonPolk County
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STAGE TUBE: First Look at Broadway-Bound PORGY & BESS in Workshop
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News
TN Shakespeare Co. Will Host Children's Literacy Gala
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
Tennessee Shakespeare Company will host its 16th annual Children’s Literacy Gala in May, “American Celebrity Poetry-Slam” where the audience will decide the winners from our participating poets on the competitive runway.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
Tennessee Shakespeare Company will host its 16th annual Children’s Literacy Gala in May, “American Celebrity Poetry-Slam” where the audience will decide the winners from our participating poets on the competitive runway.
Alley Theatre Receives a National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Grant
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Alley Theatre is one of 62 organizations nationwide selected to receive a 2024-2025 NEA Big Read grant. Learn more about the grant and about the organization.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Alley Theatre is one of 62 organizations nationwide selected to receive a 2024-2025 NEA Big Read grant. Learn more about the grant and about the organization.
The Arts Academy of Sedona & The Verde Valley School to Celebrate Black History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025
The Arts Academy of Sedona in collaboration with The Verde Valley School is kicking off the celebration of America's Black History Month with a reading of the work of The acclaimed poets Langston Hughes and Zora Neale Hurston. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025
The Arts Academy of Sedona in collaboration with The Verde Valley School is kicking off the celebration of America's Black History Month with a reading of the work of The acclaimed poets Langston Hughes and Zora Neale Hurston. Learn more!
THE PIANO LESSON, WICKED & More Receive NAACP Image Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2025
NAACP has announced the full list of “56th NAACP Image Awards” nominees, with Wicked and The Piano Lesson nominated for Outstanding Motion Picture and Wicked's Cynthia Erivo nominated for Entertainer of the Year.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2025
NAACP has announced the full list of “56th NAACP Image Awards” nominees, with Wicked and The Piano Lesson nominated for Outstanding Motion Picture and Wicked's Cynthia Erivo nominated for Entertainer of the Year.
Photos: Zora Neale Hurston's Journey Unfolds In ZORA! At American Theatre of Actors
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2024
The essence of Zora Neale Hurston, one of the most influential figures of the Harlem Renaissance, comes vibrantly to life in Zora! See photos from the production below.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2024
The essence of Zora Neale Hurston, one of the most influential figures of the Harlem Renaissance, comes vibrantly to life in Zora! See photos from the production below.
March On Reveals Lineup for Word! Writers Who Move the Movement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2024
March On's Fall Arts Festival in Washington, D.C. will honor James Baldwin and civil rights literary legends, featuring Walter Mosley, Keith Corbin, and Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. Learn more about the festival!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2024
March On's Fall Arts Festival in Washington, D.C. will honor James Baldwin and civil rights literary legends, featuring Walter Mosley, Keith Corbin, and Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. Learn more about the festival!
Antonia Badon to Star in ZORA At American Theatre of Actors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2024
Antonia Badon will star in ZORA, a one-woman play about Zora Neale Hurston, at the American Theatre of Actors. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2024
Antonia Badon will star in ZORA, a one-woman play about Zora Neale Hurston, at the American Theatre of Actors. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Kenita R. Miller, Alex Finke, and More Set for Dolly Parton Tribute Concert at Joe's Pub
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024
LET ME SAY THIS: A DOLLY PARTON TRIBUTE CONCERT, will be presented on Tuesday, September 17 at 9:30 PM at Joe's Pub, featuring Alex Finke, Raymond J. Lee, Kenita R. Miller, and Jennifer Sánchez.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024
LET ME SAY THIS: A DOLLY PARTON TRIBUTE CONCERT, will be presented on Tuesday, September 17 at 9:30 PM at Joe's Pub, featuring Alex Finke, Raymond J. Lee, Kenita R. Miller, and Jennifer Sánchez.
Review: THE RESPONDERS at TheatreSquared
by Theresa Bertram - Jun 12, 2024
What did our critic think of THE RESPONDERS at TheatreSquared?
by Theresa Bertram - Jun 12, 2024
What did our critic think of THE RESPONDERS at TheatreSquared?
Collage Dance Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring FIREBIRD & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024
Collage Dance has revealed its 2024-2025 season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024
Collage Dance has revealed its 2024-2025 season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
CLASSIC TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE Continues This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024
From June 20 through October 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) once more will present 'Classic Tales at the Dormer House.'
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024
From June 20 through October 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) once more will present 'Classic Tales at the Dormer House.'
The Philadelphia Orchestra Presents 2024 C. Hartman Kuhn Award to Violist Marvin Moon
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024
The Philadelphia Orchestra recognized nine members of the Orchestra family for their exemplary contributions to the organization in a ceremony during the June 1, 2024, concert in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024
The Philadelphia Orchestra recognized nine members of the Orchestra family for their exemplary contributions to the organization in a ceremony during the June 1, 2024, concert in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
188 Artists Named as 2024 Guggenheim Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2024
The Board of Trustees of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation has appointed 188 Guggenheim Fellowships. Learn more about the artists!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2024
The Board of Trustees of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation has appointed 188 Guggenheim Fellowships. Learn more about the artists!
RUBY Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre Beginning This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2024
After two delays due to COVID-19, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will finally bring to the stage the world-premiere musical, “Ruby.”
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2024
After two delays due to COVID-19, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will finally bring to the stage the world-premiere musical, “Ruby.”
Celebration Arts Presents ZORA & LANGSTON Written & Directed By Imani Mitchell This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2024
CELEBRATION ARTS presents ZORA & LANGSTON, a play written and directed by Imani Mitchell. Production running in Sacramento from March 1-17, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2024
CELEBRATION ARTS presents ZORA & LANGSTON, a play written and directed by Imani Mitchell. Production running in Sacramento from March 1-17, 2024.
The New York Public Library Opens Langston Hughes Exhibit
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2024
The New York Public Library will open a new exhibit, The Ways of Langston Hughes: Griff Davis and Black Artists in the Making. The exhibit will continue until July 8.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2024
The New York Public Library will open a new exhibit, The Ways of Langston Hughes: Griff Davis and Black Artists in the Making. The exhibit will continue until July 8.
Courtney Bryan's Visual Rhythms Premieres in Jacksonville
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2024
On March 8–9, 2024, Courtney Bryan unveils a new orchestral work, Visual Rhythms, premiering with Jacksonville Symphony and music director Courtney Lewis at Jacoby Symphony Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2024
On March 8–9, 2024, Courtney Bryan unveils a new orchestral work, Visual Rhythms, premiering with Jacksonville Symphony and music director Courtney Lewis at Jacoby Symphony Hall.
Celebration Arts Unveils 2024 Season Featuring TOPDOG / UNDERDOG & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2023
Celebration Arts announces its 38th Season, Black Girl Magic, featuring iconic and original plays written and directed by Black women. The season includes 'ZORA & LANGSTON,' 'TOPDOG / UNDERDOG,' and 'MUD, RIVER, STONE.' Season passes available now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2023
Celebration Arts announces its 38th Season, Black Girl Magic, featuring iconic and original plays written and directed by Black women. The season includes 'ZORA & LANGSTON,' 'TOPDOG / UNDERDOG,' and 'MUD, RIVER, STONE.' Season passes available now.
The Association Of Performing Arts Professionals Announces UP NEXT! Artists For 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023
The Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) announced earlier this week the 18 artists from across the U.S. and around the globe selected by an APAP panel to pitch their new work at the annual UP NEXT!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023
The Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) announced earlier this week the 18 artists from across the U.S. and around the globe selected by an APAP panel to pitch their new work at the annual UP NEXT!
New Federal Theatre to Present TELLING TALES OUT OF SCHOOL Beginning Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 23, 2023
Four women writers of the Harlem Renaissance meet in 'Telling Tales Out of School' by Wesley Brown, directed by Woodie King, Jr. at Castillo Theatre/ASP. The play offers a unique perspective on the Harlem Renaissance by providing a character study of four of its most-noted female prime movers. Check out event information here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 23, 2023
Four women writers of the Harlem Renaissance meet in 'Telling Tales Out of School' by Wesley Brown, directed by Woodie King, Jr. at Castillo Theatre/ASP. The play offers a unique perspective on the Harlem Renaissance by providing a character study of four of its most-noted female prime movers. Check out event information here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Zora Neale Hurston been in?
Zora Neale Hurston has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Zora Neale Hurston been in?
Zora Neale Hurston has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Zora Neale Hurston been nominated for?
Zora Neale Hurston has been nominated for the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for the show Polk County.
What awards has Zora Neale Hurston won?
Zora Neale Hurston has won the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for her work on the musical "Polk County".
How many shows has Zora Neale Hurston written?
Zora Neale Hurston has written 2 shows including Fast and Furious (Bookwriter), Mule Bone (Bookwriter).
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