Isley Lynn

Isley Alana Lynn is an American-born, London-based playwright. Their work includes co-authorship with Libby Rodliffe of the 2024 play Jobsworth.

Lynn graduated from the University of Exeter with a Bachelor of Arts (BA).

Honours and recognition

2025: Winner: 'Imison Award' at BBC Audio Drama Awards - Tether (BBC Radio 4) 2024: Nominated: 'Outstanding Achievement In An Affiliate Theatre' at the Olivier Awards - The Swell (Orange Tree Theatre) 2023: Nominated for Offie for 'Best New Play' - The Swell (Orange Tree Theatre) 2023: Winner: 'Charles Wintour Most Promising Playwright Award' at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards - The Swell (Orange Tree Theatre) ' 2021: Finalist: 'Women's Prize for Playwriting' - Furies 2017: Finalist: 'Most Promising New Playwright' at The Offies - Skin A Cat (Bunker Theatre) 2016: Winner: 'Pick Of The Year' at The Vault Festival Awards - Skin A Cat (Vault Festival) 2014: Winner: 'Script6' at The Space - Bright Nights 2012: Special Commendation: Soho Theatre 'Young Writers Award' - Lomography