Samuel D. Hunter
Latest News on Samuel D. Hunter:
Interview: Mitchell Greco of A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Stages Houston (May 29, 2024)
The DOWNTOWN URBAN ARTS FESTIVAL Announces 22nd Season Lineup (May 20, 2024)
Spotlight: LAURIE METCALF at Steppenwolf (May 17, 2024)
Interview: Mitchell Greco of A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Stages Houston (May 29, 2024)
The DOWNTOWN URBAN ARTS FESTIVAL Announces 22nd Season Lineup (May 20, 2024)
Spotlight: LAURIE METCALF at Steppenwolf (May 17, 2024)
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Samuel D. Hunter Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Play
Samuel D. Hunter, A Case for the Existence of God
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Play
Samuel D. Hunter, A Case for the Existence of God
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Best Play
Samuel D. Hunter, A Case for the Existence of God
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - John Gassner Award
Samuel D. Hunter , The Whale
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Play
Samuel D. HunterA Bright New Boise
winner
Obie Awards - 2011 - Playwriting
Samuel D. HunterA Bright New Boise
Samuel D. Hunter Videos
VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer For Darren Aronofsky's THE WHALE Film Adaption
by Michael Major - Dec 14, 2022
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer For THE WHALE Film Adaption Starring Brendan Fraser & Sadie Sink
by Michael Major - Nov 8, 2022
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from CLARKSTON's World Premiere at Dallas Theater Center
by Stage Tube - Dec 29, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Denver Center Theatre Company Selects 3 Plays from Colorado New Play Summit
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 29, 2012
Samuel D. Hunter News
Interview: Mitchell Greco of A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Stages Houston
It's a two-person show about two single fathers living life in Idaho. And they want to make a better life for themselves and their families. One is gay, one is straight. The gay father is trying to adopt a 2-year-old he is fostering, and the straight father is going through a divorce. It is a play about fatherhood, friendship, and hope.
It's a two-person show about two single fathers living life in Idaho. And they want to make a better life for themselves and their families. One is gay, one is straight. The gay father is trying to adopt a 2-year-old he is fostering, and the straight father is going through a divorce. It is a play about fatherhood, friendship, and hope.
The DOWNTOWN URBAN ARTS FESTIVAL Announces 22nd Season Lineup
The Downtown Urban Arts Festival returns for its 22nd season from June 12-29 at Theatre Row.
The Downtown Urban Arts Festival returns for its 22nd season from June 12-29 at Theatre Row.
LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD Comes to Steppenwolf in June
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 48th season with the world premiere of Little Bear Ridge Road, a comic, cosmic and intimate drama by MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter, directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 48th season with the world premiere of Little Bear Ridge Road, a comic, cosmic and intimate drama by MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter, directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello.
Raven Theatre Reveals 42nd Season Lineup For 2024-25
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced its upcoming productions and programming during the company’s 42nd season in 2024 - 2025. Learn more about the lineup here!
Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has announced its upcoming productions and programming during the company’s 42nd season in 2024 - 2025. Learn more about the lineup here!
Steep Theatre Announces Two New Shows for 2024 Season
Steep Theatre will be back on stage in 2024 with two new productions that continue the company's tradition of bringing new work to Chicago audiences.
Steep Theatre will be back on stage in 2024 with two new productions that continue the company's tradition of bringing new work to Chicago audiences.
O'Neill Theater Center Chairman Tom Viertel to Step Down
Tom Viertel, who has been a member of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center board for nearly three decades and its Chairman since 2000, will step down from his role at the end of the O'Neill's 2024 season in August. Learn more.
Tom Viertel, who has been a member of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center board for nearly three decades and its Chairman since 2000, will step down from his role at the end of the O'Neill's 2024 season in August. Learn more.
Dallas Theater Center's Resident Playwright Jonathan Norton Named Interim Artistic Director
Playwright Jonathan Norton steps into the role of Interim Artistic Director at Dallas Theater Center, bringing his unique vision and experience to the renowned institution.
Playwright Jonathan Norton steps into the role of Interim Artistic Director at Dallas Theater Center, bringing his unique vision and experience to the renowned institution.
Student Blog: Playing Unhappy People: A Reflection on POCATELLO
Pocatello was indefinitely the hardest piece I’ve ever worked on, spending a near four months taking a slow Meisner focused process, dropping myself into the lonely world of a small town in Idaho during the 2010s. Our genius director, Andrew Gallant– founder of Green Shirt Studio in Chicago, spent generous amounts of time working a slow paced, piece-by-piece rehearsal process with our cast that centered around not only evoking the emotional life of the characters, but finding the real feeling of the piece in ourselves, which allowed me to find a truth and honesty to performance I have yet to find prior to this show.
Pocatello was indefinitely the hardest piece I’ve ever worked on, spending a near four months taking a slow Meisner focused process, dropping myself into the lonely world of a small town in Idaho during the 2010s. Our genius director, Andrew Gallant– founder of Green Shirt Studio in Chicago, spent generous amounts of time working a slow paced, piece-by-piece rehearsal process with our cast that centered around not only evoking the emotional life of the characters, but finding the real feeling of the piece in ourselves, which allowed me to find a truth and honesty to performance I have yet to find prior to this show.
REVIEW: A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Presents A Thought Provoking Contemplation Through An Unlikely Pairing.
Craig Baldwin (Director) delivers a compact but captivating expression of Samuel D. Hunter’s (Playwright) A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD. The 2022 New York Drama Critics Circle Award Winner for Best Play, this two-hander is a simple but thought-provoking piece that never directly discusses the title.
Craig Baldwin (Director) delivers a compact but captivating expression of Samuel D. Hunter’s (Playwright) A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD. The 2022 New York Drama Critics Circle Award Winner for Best Play, this two-hander is a simple but thought-provoking piece that never directly discusses the title.
Samuel D Hunter's A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Comes to The Pacific Theatre Stage
Pacific Theatre will present Samuel D. Hunter's, 'A Case For The Existence Of God,' from Thursday, May 16 to Sunday, June 9, 2024.
Pacific Theatre will present Samuel D. Hunter's, 'A Case For The Existence Of God,' from Thursday, May 16 to Sunday, June 9, 2024.
Page 73 Extends World Premiere of Majkin Holmquist's STARGAZERS
Page 73 is extending the world premiere production of STARGAZERS by Majkin Holmquist. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Page 73 is extending the world premiere production of STARGAZERS by Majkin Holmquist. Learn how to purchase tickets!
World Premiere Plays & More Set for Signature Theatre 2024-25 Season
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024/2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024/2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!
The Lark Playwrights Workshop To Continue As Part of Second Stage Theater's NEXT STAGE FESTIVAL
Second Stage Theater which became the new home for the Lark Playwrights Workshop in 2022, will conclude this year’s program on March 26th. Learn more about the program!
Second Stage Theater which became the new home for the Lark Playwrights Workshop in 2022, will conclude this year’s program on March 26th. Learn more about the program!
East Lynne Theater Company To Take Audiences In A 'New Direction' For 2024 Mainstage Season
East Lynne Theater Company in Cape May has just announced an exciting and varied mainstage season for 2024. Learn more about the productions here!
East Lynne Theater Company in Cape May has just announced an exciting and varied mainstage season for 2024. Learn more about the productions here!
Paige Evans to Step Down as Signature Theatre Artistic Director
Signature Theatre Artistic Director Paige Evans will step down in June, having led the company since 2016. Learn more about the transition.
Signature Theatre Artistic Director Paige Evans will step down in June, having led the company since 2016. Learn more about the transition.
A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Will Make Australian Premiere
Outhouse Theatre Co and Seymour Centre will present the Australian premiere of the highly-acclaimed, A Case for the Existence of God, at the Seymour Centre, 11 April – 4 May.
Outhouse Theatre Co and Seymour Centre will present the Australian premiere of the highly-acclaimed, A Case for the Existence of God, at the Seymour Centre, 11 April – 4 May.
Cal State Fullerton's Department of Theatre and Dance Reveals Spring 2024 Series
Cal State Fullerton’s Department of Theatre and Dance has announced its Spring 2024 Studio Series productions. The Studio Series is a collection of plays, readings, and workshops performed in the Arena Theatre and Grand Central Theatre that challenge our students and audiences to take a deeper look into theatre and the stories that we tell.
Cal State Fullerton’s Department of Theatre and Dance has announced its Spring 2024 Studio Series productions. The Studio Series is a collection of plays, readings, and workshops performed in the Arena Theatre and Grand Central Theatre that challenge our students and audiences to take a deeper look into theatre and the stories that we tell.
Review: A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Dezart Performs
What did our critic think of A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Dezart Performs?
What did our critic think of A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Dezart Performs?
Cast Set for Majkin Holmquist's STARGAZERS World Premiere at Page 73
Page 73 has revealed the cast and creative team of its upcoming world premiere production of 2024 Tow Foundation Playwright-in-Residence at Page 73 Majkin Holmquist's Stargazers. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Page 73 has revealed the cast and creative team of its upcoming world premiere production of 2024 Tow Foundation Playwright-in-Residence at Page 73 Majkin Holmquist's Stargazers. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Samuel D. Hunter FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Samuel D. Hunter written?
Samuel D. Hunter has written 4 shows including The Whale (Playwright), The Healing (Playwright), Lewiston & Clarkston (Playwright), Greater Clements (Playwright).
What awards has Samuel D. Hunter been nominated for?
Samuel D. Hunter has been nominated for several prestigious awards for his work in theater. These nominations include Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards and The Lortels for "A Case for the Existence of God," as well as Best Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for the same production. Additionally, he was nominated for the John Gassner Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Whale," Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "A Bright New Boise," and Playwriting at the Obie Awards for the same play.
What awards has Samuel D. Hunter won?
Samuel D. Hunter has won the Best Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "A Case for the Existence of God" and the Playwriting award from the Obie Awards for "A Bright New Boise."
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