Diane Paulus
Video: Meet the Mastermind Behind MASQUERADE, Diane Paulus (Feb 27, 2026)
Cast Set For WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour (Feb 25, 2026)
Segerstrom Center for the Arts Reveals 2026-27 Broadway Season - THE GREAT GATSBY and More (Feb 23, 2026)
BIO
Diane Paulus is the Artistic Director of the A.R.T., where her directing credits include: Prometheus Bound, Death and the Powers: The Robots' Opera (premiered in Monaco in September 2010), Johnny Baseball, Best of Both Worlds and The Donkey Show, a disco adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream, which ran for six years Off-Broadway.
Her recent theater credits include The Public Theater's revival of Hair on Broadway (2009 Tony Award winner for Best Revival of a Musical, nominated for eight Tony Awards including Best Director, as well as winner of a Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award and Drama League Award for Best Revival of a Musical). Other recent work includes Kiss Me, Kate (Glimmerglass Opera) and Lost Highway (ENO co-production with the Young Vic). Opera credits include Il Mondo Della Luna (Gotham Chamber Opera at the Hayden Planetarium), Don Giovanni, Le nozze di Figaro, Turn Of The Screw, Cosi fan tutte; and Il ritorno d'Ulisse in patria, L'incoronazione di Poppea and Orfeo at the Chicago Opera Theater. Diane is a Professor of the Practice of Theater at Harvard University.
Paulus was recently named one of the "50 Most Powerful Women in Boston" by Boston Magazine and received the 2011 Elliot Norton Award for Best Director for her work on Prometheus Bound, Johnny Baseball and Hair.
She is a recent recipient of an Honorary Doctorate from Boston Conservatory.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Awards and Nominations
winner
Diane Paulus, Jagged Little Pill
Diane Paulus, Jagged Little Pill
Diane Paulus, Pippin
Diane Paulus, Pippin
Diane Paulus, Pippin
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Diane Paulus
Diane Paulus, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess
Diane Paulus, Hair
Diane Paulus, Hair
Diane Paulus, Hair
Videos
Video: Hugh Panaro & Elizabeth Stanley Rehearse with the New York Pops
by Joey Mervis - 2025-10-23 16:39:01
Photos & Video: Jane Fonda & More at V's DEAR EVERYTHING Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-02-03 12:02:56
Video: Inside Rehearsals for N/A with Holland Taylor and Ana Villafañe
by Joey Mervis - 2024-06-09 08:00:20
Video: Watch Sara Bareilles Perform 'She Used to Be Mine' on TODAY Ahead of the WAITRESS Movie Theater Release
by Michael Major - 2023-11-30 11:23:36
Video: First Look at JAGGED LITTLE PILL at Theatre Under the Stars
by Stephi Wild - 2023-07-20 05:51:58
Video: Watch the WAITRESS, THE MUSICAL: LIVE ON BROADWAY! Teaser Trailer Starring Sara Bareilles
by Michael Major - 2023-06-12 12:43:54
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of LIFE OF PI
by Red Carpet - 2023-04-04 10:04:36
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: 1776 Cast Performs 'Sit Down, John' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2022-09-29 09:23:30
VIDEO: Crystal Lucas-Perry Releases 'With A Me' Inspired by Her Journey as John Adams in 1776
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-09-20 12:18:36
VIDEO: Patina Miller Stars in POWER BOOK III: RAISING KANAN Season Two Trailer
by Michael Major - 2022-07-26 14:51:32
VIDEO: First Look Inside Rehearsal For Broadway-Bound 1776 at A.R.T.
by Alan Henry - 2022-05-17 09:31:32
VIDEO: Cast Of JAGGED LITTLE PILL Performs At The Australian Open
by Alan Henry - 2022-01-31 15:12:21
VIDEO: Ciara Renee and Joshua Henry Perform 'You Matter to Me' From WAITRESS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-12-06 15:45:29
News
by Luka Vonier - Feb 27, 2026
Totally reinventing one of the most beloved musicals of all time is no small feat and Diane Paulus is very aware. As the architect of the most inventive, immersive musical of the season, she knows that spectacular results only come after months, and in this case, years of preparation. Watch in this video as she explains more about how she conceptualized the Masquerade experience.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026
Full casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, opening at the New Wimbledon Theatre from Saturday 28 March 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
As Segerstrom Center for the Arts celebrates its 40th anniversary season, the Center has revealed its 2026–2027 Broadway season. This landmark season features 11 productions, including six Orange County premieres.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 22, 2026
Current star of Masquerade Telly Leung discusses with Jennifer Ashley Tepper playing the Phantom in the immersive production, the full circle from Rent fan to Rent actor, Gavin Creel’s leadership during a production that never was, and much more.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026
Casting has been announced for the Australian Premiere of Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS, which will light up Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne from 1 May, and the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 1 August. Tickets are now on sale.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
The cast has been revealed for the Australian Premiere of Broadway’s Waitress, which will light up Her Majesty’s Theatre Melbourne and the Sydney Lyric Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026
Joel Harper-Jackson will play Frank Sinatra in Sinatra The Musical – the West End premiere of the new musical based on the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The American Theatre Guild has revealed the 2026–27 Season for the Prairie Home Alliance Theater at Peoria Civic Center. The 2026–27 Ameren Illinois Broadway in Peoria Series will include Waitress, Six and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
The Janice Jam, Founded by Broadway performer Matt DeAngelis in loving memory of his mother Janice, who passed away from metastatic breast cancer in 2022, is presenting a special collaboration with Masquerade for a one-night-only event.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Les Dennis, Sandra Marvin, and Evelyn Hoskins are set to join the cast of the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS, enhancing the beloved musical with their acclaimed talents.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 21, 2026
Just months ago, Masquerade sprung into existence on 57th Street, bringing a fully immersive The Phantom of the Opera back to phans from around the world. Watch in this video as Hugh Panaro and Francesca Mehrotra chat more about the intricacies of the production, how the puzzle all fits together, and so much more!
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2026
A new US tour of Waitress the Musical seems to be in the works. In a new social media post, the official Waitress account revealed that there will be an upcoming US tour, in honor of the beloved musical's 10th anniversary.
by Michael Major - Jan 7, 2026
Telly Leung has shared an acoustic video of 'Music of the Night' from The Phantom of the Opera. The Broadway favorite is currently starring in Masquerade as Erik, the Phantom, in the new immersive staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2026
Masquerade hosted Bal Lumière, a post-performance New Year’s Eve soirée that opened the show’s Paris Opera House environment to attendees for a late-night masked gathering. See photos from the event here!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2025
OPERA America is recognizing the nearly 100 artists, companies, and trustees whose creative work and initiatives won grants and awards totaling more than $1,000,000 in 2025.
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Masquerade will present Bal Lumière, a late-night masked soirée following the December 31 performance, offering audiences extended access to its Paris Opera House world.
by Michael Major - Dec 9, 2025
Masquerade will now play an additional 8 weeks through March 2026. Masquerade also announced it has partnered with TodayTix to offer $178 Digital Cancellation Line tickets exclusively on the TodayTix app.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Diane Paulus has written 3 shows including The Donkey Show: A Midsummer Night's Disco (Creator), Eli's Comin' (Playwright), Swimming with Watermelons (Conceiver).
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jagged Little Pill, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Jagged Little Pill, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Pippin, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Pippin, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Pippin, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards), Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hair, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hair and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hair.
Diane Paulus has won the Outstanding Director of a Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Jagged Little Pill. She also received the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing from the Drama League Awards.
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