Winners of the Tennessee Williams Writing Competitions Announced

Tennessee William standing on the front porch of his Key West home at 1431 Duncan Street, with one of his dogs. The playwright lived on the island for more than 30 years, writing many of his most celebrated works from his home. From the Monroe County Public Libraries Collection.

Each year, the Key West Art & Historical Society hosts its annual Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration that includes a series of programs, contests and fundraisers celebrating the renowned American playwright Tennessee Williams, a 34-year resident of the island. The Society would like to recognize the winners of the 2020 Birthday Celebration’s poetry and short story contests.

First place in the poetry contest was awarded to Nevin Milan for “A Rose Without Thorns,” while second place went to Rebecca Hertz for “Complete Citizen Cora.” In the short story component of the contest, Edward M. Cohen was awarded first place for “Peroxide Blonde,” while second place went to Allana Ensley for “Dear Brother.” 

The Society will once again host a series of virtual events during the 2021 Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration that will mark the playwright’s 110th birthday. Details for next year’s celebration is forthcoming with contests and programming scheduled to take place from January 18 until March 31.

For more information, contact the Society’s Education Specialist Kassandra Collett at 305-295-6616 ext. 114, by email at [email protected], or visit WWW.KWAHS.ORG.  Sponsored in part by the Tennessee Williams Museum and the Monroe County Tourist Development Council.  Your museums. Your community. It takes an island.

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