MICHAEL DALBERG

The Playwright

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Why I Write

I write plays about people trying—and often failing—to say what they truly feel.

Whether the setting is Victorian London, a Grimm fairy tale, or a Chicago apartment, I'm interested in the same questions: Who are we when no one is watching? What stories do we inherit? What happens when love, grief, ambition, or fear become too large to hide?

My work blends lyrical realism with psychological nuance and theatrical storytelling. I believe intimate casts can tell epic stories, that classics deserve to be challenged rather than preserved, and that audiences are at their most engaged when they're trusted to wrestle with difficult questions themselves.

What You'll Find in My Work

Original Plays
Character-driven dramas, comedies, and tragedies exploring relationships, identity, grief, and family.
​Examples:
  • The Blood Countess
  • Family Values
Adaptations
Classic literature and folklore reimagined for contemporary audiences.
Examples:
  • The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
  • Cyrano
Short Plays & Radio/Audio
Festival pieces, one acts, and audio theatre designed for intimate storytelling.
Examples:
  • Tune in to Comfort (Podcast, Auricle: Season 2, Episode 3)
  • Thirst


Let's Build Something Together!

Theatre is collaborative by nature. Whether you're looking for a published script, an adaptation, dramaturgical collaboration, or a brand-new commission, I'd love to start a conversation. Every production teaches me something new about the work. If one of my stories speaks to your company—or if you'd like to create a new one together—I'd be delighted to hear from you.
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