Moisés Kaufman
Latest News on Moisés Kaufman:
School District Postpones High School Production of THE LARAMIE PROJECT Hours Before Opening (Nov 17, 2024)
Slow Burn Theatre Company and More Take Home Carbonell Awards; Full List! (Nov 14, 2024)
Photos: Colman Domingo, Jane Fonda, and More at Tectonic Theater Project's Gala (Oct 24, 2024)
School District Postpones High School Production of THE LARAMIE PROJECT Hours Before Opening (Nov 17, 2024)
Slow Burn Theatre Company and More Take Home Carbonell Awards; Full List! (Nov 14, 2024)
Photos: Colman Domingo, Jane Fonda, and More at Tectonic Theater Project's Gala (Oct 24, 2024)
BIO
Moisés Kaufman is the founder and artistic director of Tectonic Theater Project, a Tony- and Emmy-nominated director and playwright, and a 2015 recipient of the National Medal of Arts. Mr. Kaufman’s Broadway directing credits include the revival of Harvey Fierstein’s Torch Song, the revival of The Heiress with Jessica Chastain, 33 Variations (which he also wrote) starring Jane Fonda (Five Tony nominations); Rajiv Joseph’s Pulitzer Prize finalist Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo with Robin Williams; and Doug Wright’s Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning play I Am My Own Wife with Jefferson Mays. His play The Laramie Project (which he wrote with the Tectonic Theater Project company) is among the most performed plays in America. Kaufman also co-wrote and directed the HBO film adaptation of “The Laramie Project,” which received two Emmy Award nominations for Best Director and Best Writer. He is an Obie Award winner and a Guggenheim Fellow in Playwriting.
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Awards and Nominations
The Pulitzer Prize - 2024 - Pulitzer Prize for Drama
Moisés Kaufman, Here There are Blueberries
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Moisés Kaufman, Paradise Square
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Moises Kaufman, Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Moisés Kaufman, 33 Variations
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Play
Moises Kaufman, 33 Variations
Helen Hayes Awards - 2008 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2004 - Best Direction of a Play
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Obie Awards - 2004 - Direction
Moises Kaufman, I Am My Own Wife
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Moises Kaufman I Am My Own Wife
The Lortels - 2004 - Outstanding Director
Moisés Kaufman, I Am My Own Wife
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Direction of a Play
Moises Kaufman, I Am My Own Wife
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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Director - Play
Moises Kaufman, I Am My Own Wife
Videos
Backstage Bite with Katie Lynch: Yiddish FIDDLER Stars Celebrate the Tradition of Baking!
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2019
STAGE TUBE: Orlando Theatre Community Blocks Westboro Protesters with Angel Wings
by Stage Tube - Jun 22, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Meet Michelle Ragusa and John O'Hurley from The Muny's SPAMALOT!
by Stage Tube - Jun 14, 2013
TV EXCLUSIVE: The Cast of THE COMMON PURSUIT on Working with Moises Kaufman, Channeling Their Inner Brits, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2012
News
School District Postpones High School Production of THE LARAMIE PROJECT Hours Before Opening
According to 12 News in Phoenix, Arizona, Cesar Chavez High School's production of 'The Laramie Project' was put on pause by Phoenix Union High School District.
According to 12 News in Phoenix, Arizona, Cesar Chavez High School's production of 'The Laramie Project' was put on pause by Phoenix Union High School District.
Slow Burn Theatre Company and More Take Home Carbonell Awards; Full List!
The Carbonell Awards have announced the winners in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. Check out the full list of winners here!
The Carbonell Awards have announced the winners in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. Check out the full list of winners here!
Photos: Colman Domingo, Jane Fonda, and More at Tectonic Theater Project's Gala
Hollywood lit up Tectonic Theater Project's star-studded gala, 'A Tectonic Cabaret,' at NYC's Current (Pier 59) Monday night. Check out photos here!
Hollywood lit up Tectonic Theater Project's star-studded gala, 'A Tectonic Cabaret,' at NYC's Current (Pier 59) Monday night. Check out photos here!
About Face Theatre To Host Anniversary Benefit To Kick Off 30th Season
About Face Theatre has announced plans for a 30th anniversary party and fundraiser on November 7 at Venue West in West Town.
About Face Theatre has announced plans for a 30th anniversary party and fundraiser on November 7 at Venue West in West Town.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of YELLOW FACE
The stars aligned at the Todd Haimes Theatre to celebrate opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang. BroadwayWorld was there to capture all of the stars and VIP guests.
The stars aligned at the Todd Haimes Theatre to celebrate opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang. BroadwayWorld was there to capture all of the stars and VIP guests.
TONGS AND BONES SHAKESPEARE Opens Tonight at Theater For The New City
Tongs and Bones, Shakespeare: Tempestuous Amusements, Interludes, Noises, and Drollery, written by Bob Shuman and directed by Frank Farrell will run as part of the Dream Up Festival from August 25-September 15, 2024.
Tongs and Bones, Shakespeare: Tempestuous Amusements, Interludes, Noises, and Drollery, written by Bob Shuman and directed by Frank Farrell will run as part of the Dream Up Festival from August 25-September 15, 2024.
Available Light Theatre to Present LUNCH BUNCH By Adrian Einspanier
Available Light Theatre will present LUNCH BUNCH by Adrian Einspanier. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Available Light Theatre will present LUNCH BUNCH by Adrian Einspanier. Learn how to purchase tickets.
OffBook Productions to Hold Auditions For THE LARAMIE PROJECT
OffBook Productions announces auditions for THE LARAMIE PROJECT, a fall production that educates on queer history. Learn how to purchase tickets.
OffBook Productions announces auditions for THE LARAMIE PROJECT, a fall production that educates on queer history. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH World Premiere & More Set for Berkeley Repertory Theatre 24/25 Season
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the seven productions that will make up the organization’s 2024/25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the seven productions that will make up the organization’s 2024/25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Students from Pace University Take Over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Today
Tune in to our Instagram Story as Pace University students Jacquie Bonnet & Nicole Stewart take you behind the scenes of a day at The Actor's Studio Drama School!
Tune in to our Instagram Story as Pace University students Jacquie Bonnet & Nicole Stewart take you behind the scenes of a day at The Actor's Studio Drama School!
Finalists Announced For 2024 Steinberg"ATCA New Play Award
Learn about the finalists for the 2024 Steinberg-ATCA New Play Award, announced by the American Theatre Critics Association.
Learn about the finalists for the 2024 Steinberg-ATCA New Play Award, announced by the American Theatre Critics Association.
Photos: Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, and More Arrive at Opening Night of DOUBT
See photos of Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, Rupert Friend, Nathan Lane, and more arriving on the red carpet of the opening night celebration of Doubt here!
See photos of Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, Rupert Friend, Nathan Lane, and more arriving on the red carpet of the opening night celebration of Doubt here!
Available Light Theatre Presents YOU WILL GET SICK
Experience the technicolor journey of YOU WILL GET SICK, a play by Noah Diaz presented by Available Light Theatre. The play explores themes of illness, life, and connection, traversing various worlds with humor and magic. Featuring Jeanine Thompson and directed by Eleni Papaleonardos.
Experience the technicolor journey of YOU WILL GET SICK, a play by Noah Diaz presented by Available Light Theatre. The play explores themes of illness, life, and connection, traversing various worlds with humor and magic. Featuring Jeanine Thompson and directed by Eleni Papaleonardos.
Review: A Powerhouse Performance by Rp Mclaughlin, a Story of Identity with I AM MY OWN WIFE at Stageworks Theatre
Doug Wright a Drama Desk Nominated and Tony Award-winning Playwright wrote I Am My Own Wife, based on his conversations with German Antiquarian Charlotte von Mahlsdorf. It premiered off-Broadway at Playwright Horizons in 2003.
Doug Wright a Drama Desk Nominated and Tony Award-winning Playwright wrote I Am My Own Wife, based on his conversations with German Antiquarian Charlotte von Mahlsdorf. It premiered off-Broadway at Playwright Horizons in 2003.
Creators of HARMONY, OUR CLASS & More to Honor Holocaust Remembrance Day
NYC theatre creators will honor Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27. Join the vital discussion and attend the event.
NYC theatre creators will honor Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27. Join the vital discussion and attend the event.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 21st, 2023
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 21, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 21, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Season 2 of BANNED TOGETHER Podcast to Feature Nathan Lane, Audra McDonald, and More
The Dramatists Legal Defense Fund (DLDF) has announced the second edition of Banned Together: An Anti-Censorship Theatre Podcast. This year's edition will feature two episodes, which are available now. Episodes will be available to stream until November 30.
The Dramatists Legal Defense Fund (DLDF) has announced the second edition of Banned Together: An Anti-Censorship Theatre Podcast. This year's edition will feature two episodes, which are available now. Episodes will be available to stream until November 30.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Moisés Kaufman's LAS AVENTURAS DE JUAN PLANCHARD at Miami New Drama
Miami New Drama, in collaboration with Tectonic Theater Project, is presenting the world premiere of Las Aventuras de Juan Planchard, written and directed by award-winning playwright Moisés Kaufman. See photos from opening night below!
Miami New Drama, in collaboration with Tectonic Theater Project, is presenting the world premiere of Las Aventuras de Juan Planchard, written and directed by award-winning playwright Moisés Kaufman. See photos from opening night below!
Two World Premiere Musicals & More Set for La Jolla Playhouse 2024/2025 Season
La Jolla Playhouse has unveiled its 2024/2025 season, featuring two world-premiere musicals. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
La Jolla Playhouse has unveiled its 2024/2025 season, featuring two world-premiere musicals. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
54 BELOW to Present BROADWAY SIGNS! HALLOWEEN SPIRITS
54 BELOW will present Broadway SIGNs! Halloween Spirits after last year's sold out show with headliner Josh Castille, (Spring Awakening Deaf West revival) and guest artists Rosa Lee Timm and JAC Cook. Join two time Tony Winner Michael Cerveris (Assassins, Fun Home, Sweeney Todd) for tales from Poe with entrancing songs from Sondheim.
54 BELOW will present Broadway SIGNs! Halloween Spirits after last year's sold out show with headliner Josh Castille, (Spring Awakening Deaf West revival) and guest artists Rosa Lee Timm and JAC Cook. Join two time Tony Winner Michael Cerveris (Assassins, Fun Home, Sweeney Todd) for tales from Poe with entrancing songs from Sondheim.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Moisés Kaufman written?
Moisés Kaufman has written 5 shows including Gross Indecency:The Trials of Oscar Wilde (Playwright), The Laramie Project (Playwright), 33 Variations (Playwright), Standing On Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays (Playwright), Here There Are Blueberries (Co-Writer).
What awards has Moisés Kaufman been nominated for?
Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Here There are Blueberries, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Paradise Square, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for 33 Variations, Best Play (Tony Awards) for 33 Variations, The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for 33 Variations , Best Direction of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for I Am My Own Wife, Direction (Obie Awards) for I Am My Own Wife, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for I Am My Own Wife , Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for I Am My Own Wife, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for I Am My Own Wife and Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for I Am My Own Wife.
What awards has Moisés Kaufman won?
Best Direction of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for I Am My Own Wife; Direction (Obie Awards) for I Am My Own Wife; Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for I Am My Own Wife.
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