Published essays
Mark's second article for Out.com explains why he can finally be proud of his professional wrestling obsession. Please read it here.
Mark's debut essay, Phone Sex Change, was published by OUT Magazine, re-published on The Daily Dot, and inspired a story on Jezebel!
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breaking news
MARK WINS TWO PLANET CONNECTIONS AWARDS
On August 3rd, Mark received the Planet Connections Theatre Festivity's Award for Outstanding Playwriting of a Staged Reading for his play, A Man's Man. This is the third time he has been honored for outstanding playwriting by New York's premiere socially conscious theatre festival.
Mark was also recognized for Why Bother -- a night of short plays featuring Mark's comedy, Crazy at Heart -- with the award for Outstanding Overall Production of an Evening of One-Acts!
Mark was also recognized for Why Bother -- a night of short plays featuring Mark's comedy, Crazy at Heart -- with the award for Outstanding Overall Production of an Evening of One-Acts!
recent productions
Mark's award-winning play, The Other Day, traveled to Washington D.C. as part of the Capital Fringe Festival, where it was a favorite among Fringe audiences!
On May 17, Anne Berlin presented a staged reading of Mark's latest play, A Man's Man, to a sold-out crowd at the Paradise Factory in New York's East Village. Directed by Valentina Fratti, the reading featured Geneva Carr (Hand to God), George Dvorsky (The Scarlet Pimpernel, Closer Than Ever), Chris Henry Coffey (Bronx Bombers, Water by the Spoonful), Dennis Parlato (Other Desert Cities) and Ian Whitt. The reading was produced as part of the 2014 Planet Connections Theatre Festivity.
Mark's short play, Crazy at Heart, was staged as part of Why Bother?--an evening of irrevent, yet poignant comedy. The play, directed by Andrew Block, starred Steven DeLuca and Kathy Searle as a man with commitment issues and his therapist who is dealing with some serious issues of her own.
media coverage
Playbill Covers "A Man's Man"
A lifelong dream comes true as Mark's writing is discussed in a feature story on Playbill.com.
The Power Hour with Austin Marolla and Sloan Wainwright
Listen to Mark discuss playwriting, spring and creativity on this radio-show hosted by talented singer-songwriters Austin Marolla and Sloan Wainwright.
Busy Planet
Martin Denton covers the Planet Connections Theater Festivity in The Villager; describes me Mark as "smart, courageous writer."
Meet the Playwrights: Mark Jason Williams
An interview about Mark's background, training and inspirations for two one-act plays, Smiles to Saturn and Midnight Musings, featured in the 2012 Planet Connections Theatre Festivity.
Planet Connections Interview: Mark Jason Williams and Gabrielle Fox
Along with friend and fellow playwright, Gabrielle Fox, Mark discusses a joint venture, Acts of Love.
Review Fix Exclusive: Interview with ‘Recovery’ Playwright Mark Jason Williams
Interview about Recovery in the 15th Annual New York International Fringe Festival with Patrick Hickey of Reviewfix.com
Call Me Adam Interviews Mark about The Other Day
Mark chats with Adam Rothenberg of Call Me Adam about the inspiration behind his play, The Other Day
Gay Theatre NYC Review
An open dialogue about The Other Day, relationships and equality.
The Play's the Thing (Next Magazine Feature Story)
Next Magazine provides a compelling look at Mark's plays, and the stories behind them.
A lifelong dream comes true as Mark's writing is discussed in a feature story on Playbill.com.
The Power Hour with Austin Marolla and Sloan Wainwright
Listen to Mark discuss playwriting, spring and creativity on this radio-show hosted by talented singer-songwriters Austin Marolla and Sloan Wainwright.
Busy Planet
Martin Denton covers the Planet Connections Theater Festivity in The Villager; describes me Mark as "smart, courageous writer."
Meet the Playwrights: Mark Jason Williams
An interview about Mark's background, training and inspirations for two one-act plays, Smiles to Saturn and Midnight Musings, featured in the 2012 Planet Connections Theatre Festivity.
Planet Connections Interview: Mark Jason Williams and Gabrielle Fox
Along with friend and fellow playwright, Gabrielle Fox, Mark discusses a joint venture, Acts of Love.
Review Fix Exclusive: Interview with ‘Recovery’ Playwright Mark Jason Williams
Interview about Recovery in the 15th Annual New York International Fringe Festival with Patrick Hickey of Reviewfix.com
Call Me Adam Interviews Mark about The Other Day
Mark chats with Adam Rothenberg of Call Me Adam about the inspiration behind his play, The Other Day
Gay Theatre NYC Review
An open dialogue about The Other Day, relationships and equality.
The Play's the Thing (Next Magazine Feature Story)
Next Magazine provides a compelling look at Mark's plays, and the stories behind them.
