Mary Donnet Johnson
Playwright
Mary Donnet Johnson
Playwright
With a spirit of gratitude, determination, and joy, Mary writes plays that challenge beliefs, illuminate the dark places, and inspire fresh perspectives, thoughtful reflection, and laughter. Her work has been produced across Tennessee, published and recognized by several national competitions, and commissioned by arts organizations who are dedicated to promoting positive change in their communities through theater-based endeavors.
With a spirit of gratitude, determination, and joy, Mary writes plays that challenge beliefs, illuminate the dark places, and inspire fresh perspectives, thoughtful reflection, and laughter. Her work has been produced across Tennessee, published and recognized by several national competitions, and commissioned by arts organizations who are dedicated to promoting positive change in their communities through theater-based endeavors.
About Mary
Mary grew up in a tiny town in Vermont. She received her B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College, and spent a decade as a professional actor appearing in numerous film, television, stage, radio, and opera productions in New York City and throughout the United States.
Mary (center) with the cast of Divine.
NEWS!
Maryville College Bicentennial
World Premiere
Mary’s play “To Know You” played to packed houses on November 1 and 2, 2019 at the prestigious Clayton Center for the Arts in Maryville, TN. Thanks to all who participated in this very special project about an octogenarian woman who defied all odds to make a huge difference to Maryville College without ever putting her name on a thing.
(above) “To Know You” featured in Dramatists Magazine
Here’s to a strong year for every one of us who endeavors to enhance life through determined and joyful practice of our art.
About Mary
Mary (center) with the cast of Divine.
Mary grew up in a tiny town in Vermont, received her B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College, and spent a decade as a professional actor appearing in numerous film, television, stage, radio, and opera productions in New York City and throughout the United States.
News!
Two World Premiers in 2022!
Maryville College Bicentennial
World Premiere
Mary’s play “To Know You” played to packed houses on November 1 and 2, 2019 at the prestigious Clayton Center for the Arts in Maryville, TN. Thanks to all who participated in this very special project about an octogenarian woman who defied all odds to make a huge difference to Maryville College without ever putting her name on a thing.
(above) “To Know You” featured in Dramatists Magazine
Here’s to a strong year for every one of us who endeavors to enhance life through determined and joyful practice of our art.
