Vinson Cunningham is a staff writer and theater critic at "The New Yorker", where his essays, reviews, and profiles have established him as a distinctive voice in contemporary criticism. His work has appeared in publications such as "The New York Times Magazine", "The New York Times Book Review", "The Fader", and "McSweeney’s", showcasing his versatility across cultural commentary, literature, and the arts.
Before his career in journalism, Cunningham worked on Barack Obama’s first presidential campaign and later in the Obama White House, an experience that informs his nuanced perspective on politics and culture. He has taught at institutions including Sarah Lawrence College, Yale School of Art, and Columbia University’s School of the Arts, further cementing his role as both a practitioner and educator in the literary and artistic communities. Cunningham resides in New York City, where he continues to contribute to critical discourse through his writing.