Overview
- The American Theatre Wing announced the winners January 31 on Spectrum News NY1’s On Stage, hosted by Frank DiLella with guest host Michael Urie.
- Grants totaling more than $250,000 will be distributed to the 35 awardees, with individual amounts ranging from $3,000 to $15,000 and increased by at least 25% from last year.
- The anonymous donor supporting the program has committed funding for the next five years.
- Nazareth Hassan’s Bowl EP won Outstanding New Play, while Sam Pinkleton received directing honors and Crystal Lucas-Perry was recognized for performance.
- A jury led by co-chairs Wilson Chin and Ryan J. Haddad evaluated more than 300 productions, and a private reception for winners is scheduled for February 23.