Will Arbery

Will Arbery is an American playwright and screen artist known primarily for his writing for the stage, as well as work in screen and television storytelling. Born in Nashua, New Hampshire, Arbery has built a reputation for sharp, idea-driven drama that examines contemporary American life and belief.

He is best known for the plays Heroes of the Fourth Turning, Plano, and Evanston Salt Costs Climbing. Among these, Heroes of the Fourth Turning brought him wide attention for its provocative portrait of politics, faith, and friendship, and it went on to be named a finalist for the 2020 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

In addition to that milestone, Arbery received the 2020 Whiting Award for Drama, recognizing his emerging influence as a distinctive voice in American theatre. With a body of work that bridges stage craft and screen sensibilities, he continues to be a writer to watch for audiences seeking ambitious, conversation-starting stories.