Award-Winning Playwright
Katori Hall: Biography at a Glance
- Won the 2011 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize for “Hurt Village”
- Set to direct the film adaptation of “Hurt Village”
- Playwright of “The Mountaintop,” the winner of the 2010 Olivier Award for best new play
- Other credits include “Children of Killers,” “Hoodoo Love,” “Remembrance,” “Saturday Night/Sunday Morning,” “The Hope Well,” “Our Lady of Kibeho” and “Pussy Valley “
- Published in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, Essence, Newsweek and The Guardian
Biography
Katori Hall is a playwright performer from Memphis, TN. Hurt Village won the 2011 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize and was a finalist for the Ruby Award. Hall will direct the film adaptation of Hurt Village, which will begin shooting in 2015.
Hall’s other plays include: The Mountaintop (2010 Olivier Award for Best New Play), which ran on Broadway at the Bernard Jacobs Theatre starring Angela Bassett and Samuel L. Jackson, Children of Killers (National Theatre, UK), Hoodoo Love (Cherry Lane Theatre), Remembrance (Women's Project), Saturday Night/Sunday Morning, WHADDABLOODCLOT!!!, The Hope Well, Our Lady of Kibeho and Pussy Valley.
Her awards include the Lark Play Development Center Playwrights of New York (PONY) Fellowship, the ARENA Stage American Voices New Play Residency, the Kate Neal Kinley Fellowship, two Lecomte du Nouy Prizes from Lincoln Center, the Fellowship of Southern Writers Bryan Family Award in Drama, a NYFA Fellowship, the Lorraine Hansberry Playwriting Award and the Otis Guernsey New Voices Playwriting Award. Hall’s journalism has appeared in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, UK’s The Guardian, Essence, Newsweek and The Commercial Appeal. The Mountaintop and Katori Hall: Plays One are published by Methuen Drama.
Hall is an alumna of the Lark Playwrights’ Workshop, where she developed The Mountaintop, and a graduate of Columbia University, the A.R.T. at Harvard University, and the Juilliard School. She is a proud member of the Ron Brown Scholar Program, the Dramatists Guild, and the Fellowship of Southern Writers.
Hall currently resides in New York City.
FAQs
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What is Katori Hall's speaking fee?
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- Travel distance and logistics
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- Response time: 24 hours
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Is Katori Hall available for virtual speaking events?
Yes, Katori Hall speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.
Katori Hall's virtual event options:- Live virtual keynotes with Q&A
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What events can I book Katori Hall for?
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Katori Hall booking information and availability
Check Katori Hall's speaking availability through CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com. Book 3-6 months in advance for best date selection during peak seasons (September-November, March-May).
Availability factors:- Event date and location
- Speaking fee and budget
- Lead time for booking
- Peak conference seasons
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
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Will Katori Hall speak at private events?
Yes, Katori Hall speaks at private corporate events, executive retreats, board meetings, and exclusive functions.
Private event types:- Executive retreats and board presentations
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- Corporate celebrations and award ceremonies
- Private dinners and exclusive functions
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How quickly will I get a response about booking Katori Hall?
CAA Speakers responds to Katori Hall booking inquiries within 24 hours during business days. Complex requests or international events may take up to 48 hours for detailed proposals.
Response timeline:- Initial acknowledgment: Within 24 hours
- Availability confirmation: 24-48 hours
- Detailed pricing proposal: 48-72 hours
- Urgent requests: Same-day priority response
Include complete event details (date, location, audience size, budget) for fastest response times.
How far in advance should I book Katori Hall?
Book Katori Hall 3-6 months in advance for best availability, especially during peak speaking seasons. Early booking ensures better date selection and rate negotiations.
Recommended booking timeline:- 3-6 months: Optimal availability and pricing
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Peak seasons: September-November and March-May book fastest. Contact CAA Speakers early for priority consideration.
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For accurate pricing, include:- Event date and location
- Audience size and type
- Event format and duration
- Budget parameters
CAA provides transparent pricing with all costs included - speaking fee, travel, accommodation, and technical requirements.