Barbara Schneider originally from Germany, is an American playwright.
Conceived of, developed and directed:
Studied with Ed Bullins, at the New York Shakespeare Festival Writer's Unit and Cherry Lane Theater Mentor project. Was a member of Ensemble Studio Theatre, New York.
Teacher and Workshop Leader at Young Playwrights, Inc., New York: (1985–1995) Led extensive workshops, including residencies, in New York City public and private schools, from inception of a play to performance; at the Coterie Theatre in Kansas City, MO; Little Theatre in Raleigh, NC, and many others. Conducted the Young Playwright Festival’s annual Teacher Training Institute weeklong series of all-day playwriting seminars. Led workshops and seminars at University of Iowa/MFA-Playwriting Program.
Frequent guest professor/dramatist at the Berlin University of the Arts.