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THE PUBLIC is theater of, by, and for all people. Artist-driven, radically inclusive, and fundamentally democratic, The Public continues the work of its visionary founder Joe Papp as a civic institution engaging, both on-stage and off, with some of the most important ideas and social issues of today. Conceived over 60 years ago as one of the nation's first nonprofit theaters, The Public has long operated on the principles that theater is an essential cultural force and that art and culture belong to everyone. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Oskar Eustis and Executive Director Patrick Willingham, The Public's wide breadth of programming includes an annual season of new work at its landmark home at Astor Place, Free Shakespeare in the Park at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park, The Mobile Unit touring throughout New York City's five boroughs, Public Forum, Under the Radar, Public Studio, Public Works, Public Shakespeare Initiative, and Joe's Pub. Since premiering HAIR in 1967, The Public continues to create the canon of American Theater and is currently represented on Broadway by the Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Their programs and productions can also be seen regionally across the country and around the world. The Public has received 59 Tony Awards, 170 Obie Awards, 53 Drama Desk Awards, 54 Lortel Awards, 32 Outer Critic Circle Awards, 13 New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards, and 6 Pulitzer Prizes. publictheater.org

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The Public Theater Awards and Nominations


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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Special Award

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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Musical

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Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Play

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Obie Awards - 1992 - Special Citations for the conception and design

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Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards


The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.

Photos: The Cast of SUFFS Walks the Purple Carpet on Opening Night


All of Broadway came out to celebrate the magnificent women of Suffs last night, as the new musical officially opened on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos of the cast and creative team on the purple carpet here!

Suzan-Lori Parks SALLY & TOM Announces Third Extension At The Public Theater


SALLY & TOM, the New York premiere play written by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner winner Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Steve H. Broadnax III, has extended for a third time.

Review Roundup: Shaina Taub's SUFFS Opens On Broadway!


The fight for women's votes has made its way to Broadway in Suffs, a new musical from Shaina Taub, opening tonight at the Music Box Theatre! Read the reviews below to see how the critics responded to this historic new musical!

FOUR Clé Holly's Play With Music To Have Industry Reading in New York


Experience the magic of theater with Clé Holly's new play featuring music and a talented cast of Broadway professionals. Coming soon to New York, this is a performance not to be missed.

MACBETH & TWELFTH NIGHT To Be Presented In Shakespeare In The Woods' 4th Season


Shakespeare in the Woods has revealed its 4th season featuring modern productions of MACBETH and TWELFTH NIGHT in Southern Vermont. Learn more about the season!

Listen: Playwrights Horizons Presents YOU CAN'T HIDE FROM YOURSELF as Part of Soundstage Podcast


Playwrights Horizons will present Erin Courtney’s You Can’t Hide from Yourself, directed by Kate Bergstrom—the latest episode of Soundstage. Listen now!

92NY to Present Pekka Kuusisto, Violin & Gabriel Kahane, Piano And Vocals in May


The 92nd Street Y will present Pekka Kuusisto, violin and Gabriel Kahane, piano and vocals in their new collaboration COUNCIL. Learn more about the musicians and see how to purchase tickets.

The Twenty Nine Hour Venture Will Host Benefit Reading of Ed Clark's SHAME BOMB


The Twenty Nine Hour Venture has announced the cast of Ed Clark's SHAME BOMB directed by Chari Arespacochaga, in association with NewYorkRep.

Video: Director and Choreographer Casey Nicholaw Talks Disney's HERCULES in Hamburg


In an all new video, Casey Nicholaw discussed the production of Disney's Hercules in Hamburg, which he is directing and choreographing. Performances run through December 22 at Stage Theater Neue Flora Hamburg, Germany.   Check out the video here!

Cast Announced For Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM At The Old Globe


Discover the latest cast and creative team updates for the much-anticipated production of FAT HAM at the GLOBE. Stay tuned for more updates from the world of Broadway.

Two World Premieres & More Set for Center REP 24-25 Season


Center Repertory Company has unveiled its 57th season—an extraordinary lineup of six works to be presented September 2024 through June 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Center REP Announces ARSENIC AND OLD LACE And More for 2024-25 Season Including World Premieres & More


Discover the upcoming 2024-25 season at CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY, featuring two World Premieres, a queer interpretation of a classic, and an EGOT winner's fireside chat. Also, learn about their new audience initiatives.

Suzan-Lori Parks to Bring 6-Piece Band Sula & the Joyful Noise to Joe's Pub


Suzan-Lori Parks will bring her 6-piece band, Sula & the Joyful Noise to Joe’s Pub for a one night only engagement. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In on Suzan-Lori Parks' SALLY & TOM


The Public Theater just celebrated opening night for the New York premiere of SALLY & TOM, a bold new dramedy written by Pulitzer Prize winner and Public Theater Writer-in-Residence Suzan-Lori Parks and directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. Check out what the critics are saying!

Photos: Get a First Look at SUFFS on Broadway


Get a first look at the cast of Suffs in action! All new photos have been released ahead of the show’s opening night on Thursday, April 18.

Photos: The Public Theater Celebrates Opening Night of SALLY & TOM


The Public Theater just celebrated opening night for the New York premiere of SALLY & TOM .BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos here!

12th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS to Take Place at Joe's Pub in June


The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will be performed at Joe’s Pub. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.

HELL'S KITCHEN Will Support 'Keep a Child Alive' Organization With Ticketing Initiative


Through a collaboration with TodayTix Group, for every ticket sold during the run of HELL'S KITCHEN, $1 will go to support Alicia Keys co-founded organization, Keep a Child Alive.

The Lesser-Known Works of Composer, Musician, and Orchestrator Tom Kitt


Tom Kitt's latest project is providing Orchestrations and Music Consulting for the new Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen. As Kitt's work hits the Broadway stage yet again, here are some of his recent collaborations that Broadway fans may not be as familiar with!

The Public Theater FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has The Public Theater been nominated for?

The Public Theater has been nominated for several awards including a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Musical at the Tony Awards for Hamilton, Best Play Revival for The Merchant of Venice, Best Play at the Tony Awards for The Motherf**ker with the Hat, and Special Citations for the conception and design at the Obie Awards for Tis Pity She's a Whore.

What awards has The Public Theater won?

The Public Theater has won several awards, including a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Musical at the Tony Awards for Hamilton, Best Play Revival for The Merchant of Venice, and Special Citations for the conception and design at the Obie Awards for Tis Pity She's a Whore.

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