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Carter W. Lewis' of America is a renowned American playwright and performer whose career spans decades of impactful theatre. As Playwright-in-Residence at Washington University in St. Louis (1999–2022) and co-founder of Upstart Stage in Berkeley, California, Lewis has earned vital recognition across the American theatre landscape. His work captivates audiences with sharp dialogue, layered characters, and timely themes that resonate well beyond the stage.
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Lewis is celebrated for his steady contributions to contemporary theatre, with a career anchored in fostering new voices and bold storytelling. He served as a foundational figure at Washington University in St. Louis, shaping programs and nurturing playwrights from 1999 through 2022. His work with Upstart Stage in Berkeley helped cultivate a vibrant, community-centered theatre scene on the West Coast.
Throughout his career, Lewis has received multiple prestigious awards that recognize his craft, including The Julie Harris Playwriting Award, The State Theatre Best New American Play, The Cincinnati Playhouse Rosenthal New Play Prize (’96 & ’01), The New Dramatist Arnold Weissberger Playwriting Award, and The Kevin Kline Award for Best New Play of 2009.
Lewis maintains an official site and a New Play Exchange profile where readers and theatre professionals can explore his work. His plays are documented across publisher/agent pages and theatre-organization sites, offering accessible entry points for performers, directors, and producers seeking engaging new material.
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Lewis’s body of work spans world premieres, commissioned pieces, and acclaimed plays. Notable titles include his world premiere With, originally staged in 2019 at Perseverance Theatre in Juneau, Alaska, (June 2019 run, later revived in 2025). His plays continue to circulate across regional theatres, university stages, and independent companies, reflecting his commitment to new American theatre.
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For direct access to his latest projects, consider visiting his official site and New Play Exchange profile, as well as publisher/agent pages and theatre-organization listings.
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If you’re a theatre programmer or producer interested in staged readings, commissions, or collaborations, contact channels are listed on his official site and agent pages. We can help coordinate accessibility, auditions, and performance rights—consider us your reliable connection in the industry.
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