Lucas Hnath
Home Town
New York City, USA
Stage Debut
2012
Lucas Hnath is an American playwright known for his innovative approach to narrative structure and dialogue. His play The Christians (2014) premiered at the Humana Festival of New American Plays and was later staged at the Royal Court Theatre in 2015. Hnath’s writing often explores moral and ethical dilemmas, with a focus on the complexities of human relationships. His other notable works include A Doll’s House, Part 2 (2017) and Red Speedo (2013). Hnath has received several awards, including an Obie Award for Playwriting in 2016.