Matthew Gasda

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Matthew Gasda, b.1989 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is an American playwright, author and essayist who lives in New York City. He graduated from Syracuse University, where he studied philosophy. His works are known for their exploration of contemporary themes, often staged in intimate Off-Off-Broadway settings. He has been featured in the New York Times [1] and New York Magazine. [2] He is the founder and director of The Brooklyn Center for Theater Research. [3]

Gasda gained prominence with his 2022 play, "Dimes Square," which explores the lives of artists and media figures in New York's Chinatown. The play was performed in unconventional venues like lofts and apartments, contributing to its underground appeal. [4]

References

  1. ↑ Vadukul, Alex (2022-03-31). "A Playwright Makes the Scene in New York's Living Rooms". The New York Times. ISSN   0362-4331 . Retrieved 2025-01-31.
  2. ↑ Shaw, Helen (2022-02-18). "Dirtbag Dramaturgy in Dimes Square". Vulture. Retrieved 2025-01-31.
  3. ↑ Vincentelli, Elisabeth (2025-01-22). "'Vanya on Huron Street' Review: Chekhov in Brooklyn". The New York Times. ISSN   0362-4331 . Retrieved 2025-01-31.
  4. ↑ "BOMB Magazine | Matthew Gasda by Michael Barron". BOMB Magazine. Retrieved 2025-01-31.
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