Tom viertel biography

Tom Viertel, who has been a member of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center board for nearly three decades and its Chairman since 2000, will step down from his role at the end of the O'Neill's 2024 season in August. He will also be the recipient of this year's Monte Cristo Award, in recognition of his numerous contributions to the O'Neill and his many years of service to the field, to be presented at a gala event on November 18, 2024 in New York City.

“When George White asked me to succeed him as Chair of the O'Neill 24 years ago he changed my life. Taking over from a founder is always difficult, and we've certainly had our share of challenges. But over time the O'Neill has prospered; we've been able to expand its programs, create new ones and expand our gorgeous campus. The artists we've attracted to our campus are among the most important