Janet Allard

Janet Allard is a Professor of Playwriting at the School of Theatre, University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a multi-disciplinary writer with expertise in playwriting, musical theatre, television, and video game writing, having taught courses in Playwriting I-II, New Play Development, and Experimental Theatre Project.

• Education
  • M.F.A. in Playwriting, Yale School of Drama
  • Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, NYU Tisch School of Arts
  • B.A., University of Redlands

Her creative research focuses on narrative innovation in theatre, blending musical storytelling and contemporary adaptations of classics. Notable works include Alexander Supertramp (developed at Playwrights Horizons) and The Velveteen Rabbit, which explores transformative love through animation of toys.

Her publications have been featured by Samuel French, Playscripts, Inc, Stage Partners, and Smith and Kraus, with productions spanning 14 countries including Canada, Greece, Japan, and the United Kingdom. She actively engages in interdisciplinary collaborations with institutions like Barrington Stage Company and The Guthrie Theatre.

• Major Awards
  • Jerome Fellowship (2)
  • Macdowell Colony Fellowship (3)
  • Fulbright Fellowship
  • Jonathan Larson Award (for The Unknown)
  • NC Arts Council Individual Artist Grant

As a freelance game writer for Deck Nine Games, she bridges theatre arts with digital media. Her work has been critically acclaimed by The New York Times, The New Yorker, and international publications for its emotional depth and dialogue authenticity.