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Tarell Alvin McCraney
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Born October 17, 1980 · Miami, Florida, USA
Also known as Tarell McCraney
Biography
Tarell Alvin McCraney is an American playwright and actor. Since July 1, 2017, McCraney has been the chair of playwriting at the Yale School of Drama.
Awards & recognition
- Academy Award — Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay · 2017
- MacArthur Fellows Program · 2013
- Paula Vogel Playwriting Award · 2008
- Whiting Awards · 2007
- Doris Duke Performing Artist Award
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- PEN/Laura Pels International Foundation — Theater Award
- Tony Award — Best Play · 2019 · nominated
- Academy Award — Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay · 2017 · nominated
