New Dramatists
New Dramatists is an organization of playwrights in New York City who participate in seven-year residencies to build up their skills and career.[1] The organization was opened in New York City's Theater District in 1949. In addition to housing resident playwrights, New Dramatists also holds workshops for young authors.[2] The organization hosts an annual luncheon at which actors and producers who have made contributions to American theatre are honored.[3] Brian Stokes Mitchell,[4] Glenn Close, and Meryl Streep are among past honorees.[3]
The New Dramatists have a library that is open to the public on weekdays.[5]
Alumni
The following people have participated in a residency at New Dramatists:
- Glen Berger[6]
- Carson Kreitzer[7]
- Tarell Alvin McCraney[8]
- Charise Castro Smith, television writer and actor[9]
- Gaye Taylor Upchurch, who has directed plays at the Studio Theatre (Washington, D.C.), the Summer Play Festival, and the Pacific Playwrights Festival[10]
References
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