For a distinguished play by an American author, preferably original in its source and dealing with American life, One thousand dollars ($1,000).
Crimes of the Heart , by Beth Henley
The Jury
The Jury
Mel Gussow(Chair)
Drama Critic, The New York Times
Henry Hewes
Executive Secretary, American Theater Critics Association
Edith Oliver
Drama Critic, The New Yorker
Winners in Drama
1981 Prize Winners
Dave Anderson
For his commentary on sports.
Jonathan Yardley
For his book reviews.