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Drama Desk Award
NameDrama Desk Award
DescriptionAnnual award for outstanding achievements in New York City theatre
PresenterDrama Desk
CountryUnited States

Drama Desk Award. The Drama Desk Awards are annual awards that recognize excellence in New York City theatre, including Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. The awards are presented by the Drama Desk, an organization composed of theatre critics, journalists, and editors from major New York City newspapers, magazines, and online publications, such as the New York Times, Variety (magazine), and Playbill. The Drama Desk Awards are considered one of the most prestigious awards in the American theatre industry, along with the Tony Awards, Obie Awards, and Theatre World Awards.

● History of

the Drama Desk Awards The Drama Desk Awards were first presented in 1955 by the Drama Desk, which was founded by New York Post critic Vernon Rice, New York Daily News critic John Chapman (critic), and other prominent theatre critics of the time, including Walter Kerr and Brooks Atkinson. The awards were initially called the Vernon Rice Awards, but were later renamed the Drama Desk Awards in 1963. Over the years, the awards have been presented to numerous notable theatre professionals, including Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams, Edward Albee, Stephen Sondheim, and August Wilson. The awards have also been hosted by various notable entertainers, such as Neil Patrick Harris, Kristin Chenoweth, and Laura Benanti, at venues like the Town Hall (New York City), New York Marriott Marquis, and The Lambs Club.

● Award Categories

The Drama Desk Awards recognize excellence in a wide range of categories, including Outstanding Play, Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Play, and Outstanding Revival of a Musical. The awards also honor individual actors, actresses, directors, choreographers, and designers for their work in New York City theatre productions, such as Lin-Manuel Miranda, Cynthia Erivo, Bartlett Sher, Susan Stroman, and William Ivey Long. Additionally, the awards recognize excellence in lighting design, sound design, and orchestrations, with winners including Jules Fisher, Peggy Eisenhauer, and Jonathan Tunick. The Drama Desk Awards also present special awards, such as the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Achievement, which has been awarded to theatre companies like the Public Theater and Roundabout Theatre Company, as well as to individuals like Harold Prince and Chita Rivera.

● Notable Recipients

Many notable theatre professionals have received Drama Desk Awards throughout the years, including Audrey Hepburn, Richard Burton, Julie Andrews, Bob Fosse, and Mike Nichols. The awards have also been presented to numerous theatre companies, such as the Royal Shakespeare Company, National Theatre (United Kingdom), and Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Other notable recipients include playwrights like Tom Stoppard, David Hare, and Caryl Churchill, as well as composers like John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Cy Coleman. The Drama Desk Awards have also recognized the work of choreographers like Jerome Robbins, Gower Champion, and Twyla Tharp, and designers like David Hays, Ming Cho Lee, and Santo Loquasto.

● Ceremony

The Drama Desk Awards ceremony is typically held in May or June of each year, and is attended by many notable theatre professionals and entertainers. The ceremony has been hosted by various venues, including the New York Marriott Marquis, The Town Hall (New York City), and LaGuardia Concert Hall. The awards are presented by the Drama Desk organization, and are voted on by a panel of theatre critics, journalists, and editors from major New York City newspapers, magazines, and online publications, such as the New York Post, Daily News (New York City), and TheaterMania. The ceremony often features performances by actors, actresses, and musicians from nominated productions, such as Hadestown (musical), The Ferryman (play), and To Kill a Mockingbird (play), and has been broadcast on television and online platforms, including PBS, NY1, and Playbill.

● Impact on Theatre Industry

The Drama Desk Awards have a significant impact on the theatre industry, as they recognize and celebrate excellence in New York City theatre productions. The awards can help to boost ticket sales and increase visibility for nominated productions, such as Hamilton (musical), The Book of Mormon (musical), and The Lehman Trilogy (play). The awards can also have a significant impact on the careers of individual theatre professionals, such as actors, actresses, directors, and designers, who receive recognition and accolades for their work. The Drama Desk Awards are also closely watched by theatre critics, journalists, and industry professionals, who use the awards as a benchmark for excellence in American theatre. Overall, the Drama Desk Awards play an important role in promoting and celebrating the theatre arts in New York City and beyond, with winners including theatre companies like the Manhattan Theatre Club and Atlantic Theater Company, and individuals like Laurie Metcalf and Glenn Close. Category:Theatre awards

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