Benjamin Benne Receives American Blues Theater Blue Ink Award
The writer’s ‘Alma (or #nowall)’ wins a cash prize and development at the Chicago theatre.
The writer’s ‘Alma (or #nowall)’ wins a cash prize and development at the Chicago theatre.
The selected theatres will use the funding for various community engagement projects with a focus on youth and multigenerational audiences.
The annual contest showcases their picks for current top works by American playwrights.
This year’s recipients include Julia Gytri and Avi Amon, Emily Gardner Xu Hall, Andy Roninson, and Ben Wexler.
The annual awards recognize the work of San Diego theatres, with top winners being the Old Globe and Lamb’s Players.
More than $500,000 has been awarded in scholarships and grants to 30 student artists and 13 school communities.
The Rhode Island-based playwright, poet, and community engagement manager will develop new works at the theatre.
The event honored Martha Rivers Ingram, Rick Miramontez, and Tony Kushner.
The audio book producer will support the development of 10 new theatre works.
Greco’s accomplishments in theatre were honored at a ceremony last week.