April 1st, SoHo House, NYC – READING

Actor Vincent Piazza of HBO’s Boardwalk Empire will read Prete’s story Three Thursdays in The Bronx, and Prete will participate in a Q&A at an event hosted by WordTheatre. Prete’s new novel, August and Then Some will be available for purchase and signing.  Doors open 5pm for drinks, reading starts at 5:30. Tickets and info click here.


April 23rd, Northwestern University – DRAMATIC READING

Struble Theatre, 1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL
Prete will direct a dramatic reading from his novel August and Then Some. Books will be available for purchase and signing.


May 4, 5, 6. Purple Heart, Northwestern University – PERFORMANCE

Wallis Theatre, 1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL
Prete directs Bruce Norris’ comedic drama Purple Heart.


May 7, The Book Stall, Winnetka, IL – READING

811 Elm Street Winnetka, IL 60093
Prete will read from his novel August and Then Some. Q&A and signing will follow.


June 28, Steppenwolf, Chicago

Prete will assist Anna D. Shapiro in the direction of Steppenwolf’s production of The Three Sisters. Performances begin June 28