Baz Luhrmann
Baz Luhrmann is an author whose BroadwayWorld credits include Strictly Ballroom and La Bohéme. Awards include Drama Desk Awards for La Boheme (2002).
Date of Birth: September 17, 1962 (64)
Birth Place: New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
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Movies
Winter of Our Dreams
[ 1981 ] Pete
[ 1981 ] Pete
The Dark Room
[ 1982 ] First Student
[ 1982 ] First Student
The Highest Honor
[ 1982 ] Able Seaman A.W. Huston
[ 1982 ] Able Seaman A.W. Huston
Strictly Ballroom
[ 1992 ]
[ 1992 ]
Romeo + Juliet
[ 1996 ]
[ 1996 ]
Everybody's Free to Wear Sunscreen
[ 1999 ]
[ 1999 ]
Moulin Rouge!
[ 2001 ]
[ 2001 ]
The Dream Studio
[ 2004 ]
[ 2004 ]
Duck, Duck, Goose!
[ 2005 ]
[ 2005 ]
Australia
[ 2008 ]
[ 2008 ]
The Great Gatsby
[ 2013 ]
[ 2013 ]
Elvis
[ 2022 ] Director, Producer, Writer
[ 2022 ] Director, Producer, Writer
TV Shows
A Country Practice
[ 1981-1982 ] Jerry Percival
[ 1981-1982 ] Jerry Percival
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Bohme
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Direction of a Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Bohème
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Boheme
Videos
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Drops Trailer For Japan 2027 Return
by Michael Major - 2026-08-03 12:23:16
Video: Kelsie Watts Performs 'Firework' in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-05-07 10:30:20
Video: Watch Bob The Drag Queen's Last Curtain Call in MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - 2026-03-22 20:24:56
Video: Watch THE GREAT GATSBY Perform Halftime Show at Knicks Game
by Michael Major - 2026-01-29 13:13:14
Video: Watch the Trailer for Baz Luhrmann's EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-13 12:19:34
Video/Photos: First Look at Baz Luhrmann's EPIC Elvis Presley Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-09 12:17:04
Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele & Nicholas Christopher Will Lead CHESS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-05-28 09:00:40
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Stars Solea Pfeiffer & Jordan Fisher Perform 'Your Song' on TODAY
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-05-01 16:54:39
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Photos: THE GREAT GATSBY Celebrates 1000 Broadway Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026
The Broadway musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel marked its 1000th performance at The Broadway Theatre, with the cast celebrating the milestone alongside over 1 million audience members who have seen the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026
The Broadway musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel marked its 1000th performance at The Broadway Theatre, with the cast celebrating the milestone alongside over 1 million audience members who have seen the production.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF to Open at Opera San José
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
Opera San José will present the nine-time Tony Award-winning musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the California Theatre in San José. The production features baritone Eugene Brancoveanu as Tevye, with direction by Crystal Manich.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
Opera San José will present the nine-time Tony Award-winning musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the California Theatre in San José. The production features baritone Eugene Brancoveanu as Tevye, with direction by Crystal Manich.
ENCORE! Exhibition Opens at Australian Museum of Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026
The Australian Museum of Performing Arts opens ENCORE!, displaying 50 costumes and artifacts from 170 years of Australian performing arts history at Arts Centre Melbourne.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026
The Australian Museum of Performing Arts opens ENCORE!, displaying 50 costumes and artifacts from 170 years of Australian performing arts history at Arts Centre Melbourne.
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE'S ROMEO + JULIET FILM IN CONCERT to Play Roy Thomson Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2026
Roy Thomson Hall will present Baz Luhrmann's 1996 film adaptation as a cinematic live-to-film event, with a hybrid ensemble performing the score and music live in sync with the full movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2026
Roy Thomson Hall will present Baz Luhrmann's 1996 film adaptation as a cinematic live-to-film event, with a hybrid ensemble performing the score and music live in sync with the full movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes.
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE'S ROMEO + JULIET FILM IN CONCERT to Play NJPAC
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2026
Baz Luhrmann's 1996 film returns as a cinematic live-to-film event with a hybrid ensemble performing the score live in sync with the movie. Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes star in the production, which will stop at New Jersey Performing Arts Center on March 21.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2026
Baz Luhrmann's 1996 film returns as a cinematic live-to-film event with a hybrid ensemble performing the score live in sync with the movie. Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes star in the production, which will stop at New Jersey Performing Arts Center on March 21.
ROMEO + JULIET FILM IN CONCERT to Open Global Tour at Ruth Eckerd Hall March 2
by Rachel Stone - Sep 14, 2026
Baz Luhrmann's 1996 film adaptation will be presented as a cinematic live-to-film event at Ruth Eckerd Hall on March 2, with a hybrid ensemble performing the score and music live in sync with the movie. Tickets go on sale September 18.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 14, 2026
Baz Luhrmann's 1996 film adaptation will be presented as a cinematic live-to-film event at Ruth Eckerd Hall on March 2, with a hybrid ensemble performing the score and music live in sync with the movie. Tickets go on sale September 18.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL To Host A Special £25 Fan Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will celebrate five years in the West End this autumn with a very special performance for the show's 'fan fan fans' at the Piccadilly Theatre, London.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will celebrate five years in the West End this autumn with a very special performance for the show's 'fan fan fans' at the Piccadilly Theatre, London.
Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit to Reunite for Beacon Theatre Concert
by Michael Major - Sep 14, 2026
Lea Michele and Aaron Tveit reunite for a one-night-only concert at NYC's Beacon Theatre on November 19, months after their Chess run ended.
by Michael Major - Sep 14, 2026
Lea Michele and Aaron Tveit reunite for a one-night-only concert at NYC's Beacon Theatre on November 19, months after their Chess run ended.
25 Theater Books for Your Fall 2026 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 19, 2026
We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Fall 2026 reading list.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 19, 2026
We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Fall 2026 reading list.
THE CABARET FILES to Return in Encore at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
Lorna Dallas, a 2020 Bistro Award recipient, will present an encore performance of her cabaret show at The Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
Lorna Dallas, a 2020 Bistro Award recipient, will present an encore performance of her cabaret show at The Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City.
Video: Former Christians and Satines Sing 'Come What May' at MOULIN ROUGE! Closing Night
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Following the final performance of Moulin Rouge! on Broadway, several former actors who played the roles of Christian and Satine took the stage to perform 'Come What May.' Watch the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
Following the final performance of Moulin Rouge! on Broadway, several former actors who played the roles of Christian and Satine took the stage to perform 'Come What May.' Watch the video here!
Cherry Bomb Releases New Single MYRIAD REFLECTOR Ahead of Solo Festival Debut
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026
Mandy Lee's solo project Cherry Bomb has released the dance-pop single "Myriad Reflector," paired with a music video shot in New York City and directed by Matty Vogel.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026
Mandy Lee's solo project Cherry Bomb has released the dance-pop single "Myriad Reflector," paired with a music video shot in New York City and directed by Matty Vogel.
Therese Lee Will Bring PENNIES FROM HEAVEN to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Therese Lee will return to New York for an encore performance of PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, blending Bing Crosby's music with personal stories.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Therese Lee will return to New York for an encore performance of PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, blending Bing Crosby's music with personal stories.
MOULIN ROUGE! Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 30, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to Moulin Rouge! The Musical, which concludes its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, following 24 previews and 2297 regular performances. The theatre will soon be home to Paddington, which begins performances on March 30, 2027.
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 30, 2026
Broadway says goodbye to Moulin Rouge! The Musical, which concludes its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, following 24 previews and 2297 regular performances. The theatre will soon be home to Paddington, which begins performances on March 30, 2027.
Ben Hall and Tim Omaji Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL in Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
Ben Hall will play The Duke of Monroth and Tim Omaji will reprise his role as Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec as MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL returns to Sydney with a newly announced cast.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
Ben Hall will play The Duke of Monroth and Tim Omaji will reprise his role as Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec as MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL returns to Sydney with a newly announced cast.
LION Original Series Soundtrack With Hans Zimmer Score Out Now
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Hollywood Records and National Geographic released the LION soundtrack, featuring music by Hans Zimmer with Niccolò Pacella and George Hutson Warren of Bleeding Fingers Music, plus vocals from the Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Hollywood Records and National Geographic released the LION soundtrack, featuring music by Hans Zimmer with Niccolò Pacella and George Hutson Warren of Bleeding Fingers Music, plus vocals from the Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
James Doherty, Daniel Fraser, and More Will Join MOULIN ROUGE! West End Cast
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has announced new West End casting as the hit show celebrate 5 years at the Piccadilly Theatre in London this autumn. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has announced new West End casting as the hit show celebrate 5 years at the Piccadilly Theatre in London this autumn. Learn more here.
Photos: Aaron Tveit and Kelsie Watts in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Aaron Tveit is returning to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Get a first look at photos of Tveit as Christian alongside Kelsie Watts who plays Satine!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Aaron Tveit is returning to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Get a first look at photos of Tveit as Christian alongside Kelsie Watts who plays Satine!
THE FARTISTE 20th Anniversary Concerts to Take Place at the Laurie Beechman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
20 years after its Off-Broadway run, THE FARTISTE will bring its outrageous true story back to the stage with an explosive Anniversary Concert celebration at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
20 years after its Off-Broadway run, THE FARTISTE will bring its outrageous true story back to the stage with an explosive Anniversary Concert celebration at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
THE GREAT GATSBY to Play Memphis This December; Tickets on Sale This Friday
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will play the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis December 1-6, 2026, with tickets going on sale Friday, August 14, as part of the venue's Broadway season.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will play the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis December 1-6, 2026, with tickets going on sale Friday, August 14, as part of the venue's Broadway season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Baz Luhrmann written?
Baz Luhrmann has written 1 shows including Moulin Rouge! (Author).
What awards has Baz Luhrmann been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for La Bohme , Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for La Bohème and Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for La Boheme.
What awards has Baz Luhrmann won?
Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for La Bohème.
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