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Pat Hazell

Pat Hazell is the Chief Creative Officer for Sweetwood Productions, which specializes in original content creation and theatrical brand strategy. Pat is formerly a special consultant to the NBC series Seinfeld, a regular on the Tonight Show and a critically acclaimed playwright. He is recognized for his genuinely funny Americana humor and his nostalgic approach to story. His 25 years of experience as a writer, producer and performer make him a go-to guy for new American theater.

As a playwright, Pat co-wrote Bunk Bed Brothers, with Matt Goldman, which was optioned by Columbia Pictures. Bunk Bed Brothers gained the attention of the TV industry and was filmed as the sit-com, American Pie, for NBC.

His television writing credits include Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, My Life In 3D and Showtime’s Aspen Comedy Special and American Express commercials.

Pat Hazell’s one-man show The Wonder Bread Years, a salute to baby-boomer Americana aired on PBS and continues to enjoy success touring theatrically across the US.

As the CCO of Sweetwood Pat is responsible for the national tours of six original productions: Cocktails with Larry Miller, Bunk Bed Brothers, Nashville Backstage, American Fiesta, The Wonder Bread Years and A Kodachrome Christmas. He is currently working on a musical adaptation of his original play Grounded For Life with composer, Lawrence Goldberg.

Of the many things that Pat has produced none are greater than that of his two sons, Tucker and Keaton, the brightest shining stars in the universe.
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