Gerald Schoenfeld
Date of Birth: September 22, 1924
Date of Death: November 25, 2008 (84)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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Producer Bill Haber, Betty Buckley, Marin Mazzie, Joel Klein, Leslie Uggams, Broadway League Chair Nina Lannan, Broadway League Executive Director Charlotte St. Martin, Donna Murphy, Gerald Schoenfeld and Carolee Carmello
Date:
10/09/2008
From: Photo Flash: Schoenfeld Vision for Arts in Education Benefit
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama League Awards - 1982 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre
Gerald Schoenfeld, Nicholas Nickelby
Videos
Video: Learn the Tony-Winning Choreography from BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB
by Sam Anctil - 2026-08-14 10:52:29
Video: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Team on the Show's Creative Process
by Stephi Wild - 2025-03-10 08:47:02
Exclusive: THE NOTEBOOK Cast Takes the Stage at Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - 2024-06-19 15:00:20
Video: Watch All New Clips From LIFE OF PI on Broadway Ahead of Tonight's Opening Night
by Show Highlights - 2023-03-30 09:18:50
Video: LIFE OF PI Is Getting Ready to Take Center Stage on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-03-22 10:19:26
Video: The Cast of LIFE OF PI Takes Their Bows at First Preview
by Stephi Wild - 2023-03-10 09:24:47
VIDEO: COME FROM AWAY Performs 'Welcome to the Rock' on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - 2022-07-21 13:10:42
VIDEO: Petrina Bromley & Astrid Van Wieren Celebrate 5 Years of COME FROM AWAY on Backstage with Richard Ridge!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-03-10 15:28:42
News
Video: Learn the Tony-Winning Choreography from BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB
by Sam Anctil - Aug 14, 2026
In this video, watch as Ben hits the rehearsal room at A.R.T./New York to break down Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck's Tony-winning choreography for Broadway's Buena Vista Social Club with the help of dance captains Marielys Molina and Héctor Juan Maisonet. Can you keep up? We hope so, because later today, August 14th, Lupita Nyong’o will host a special summer “dance along” performance at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.
by Sam Anctil - Aug 14, 2026
In this video, watch as Ben hits the rehearsal room at A.R.T./New York to break down Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck's Tony-winning choreography for Broadway's Buena Vista Social Club with the help of dance captains Marielys Molina and Héctor Juan Maisonet. Can you keep up? We hope so, because later today, August 14th, Lupita Nyong’o will host a special summer “dance along” performance at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Eyes 2027 West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
The Tony Award-winning musical, Buena Vista Social Club, is eyeing a run in London's West End next year, according to the production's lead producer, Orin Wolf. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
The Tony Award-winning musical, Buena Vista Social Club, is eyeing a run in London's West End next year, according to the production's lead producer, Orin Wolf. Learn more here!
COME FROM AWAY Western Canadian Premiere to be Presented at Arts Club Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
Arts Club Theatre Company will present Come From Away n a Western Canadian premiere at Vancouver's Stanley BFL CANADA Stage, marking one of the first non-replica productions of the Tony-nominated musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026
Arts Club Theatre Company will present Come From Away n a Western Canadian premiere at Vancouver's Stanley BFL CANADA Stage, marking one of the first non-replica productions of the Tony-nominated musical.
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2026
Five-time Tony Award-winning Buena Vista Social Club, is now available at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT).
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2026
Five-time Tony Award-winning Buena Vista Social Club, is now available at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT).
Broadway Women's Fund Announces 2026's Women to Watch on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - Mar 15, 2026
The Broadway Women's Fund revealed its 2026 Women to Watch on Broadway list, the seventh list from the fund spotlighting women in leadership in theater.
by Gillian Blum - Mar 15, 2026
The Broadway Women's Fund revealed its 2026 Women to Watch on Broadway list, the seventh list from the fund spotlighting women in leadership in theater.
Who Are Broadway Theaters Named After?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 29, 2026
Our 41 Broadway theaters provide a home for every production that hits the Great White Way. From our oldest continually operating Broadway house, the Lyceum, to our newest reopened and functioning Broadway house, the Hudson, the Broadway theaters are all located in midtown Manhattan. Who are all of our current Broadway houses named for...?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 29, 2026
Our 41 Broadway theaters provide a home for every production that hits the Great White Way. From our oldest continually operating Broadway house, the Lyceum, to our newest reopened and functioning Broadway house, the Hudson, the Broadway theaters are all located in midtown Manhattan. Who are all of our current Broadway houses named for...?
Video: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Celebrates One Year on Broadway With Cuban Coffee Truck
by Michael Major - Feb 24, 2026
Buena Vista Social Club celebrated its first year on Broadway with a special surprise for audiences. After its first anniversary performance, the audience was treated to cafecitos from a Cuban coffee truck outside of the theatre. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Feb 24, 2026
Buena Vista Social Club celebrated its first year on Broadway with a special surprise for audiences. After its first anniversary performance, the audience was treated to cafecitos from a Cuban coffee truck outside of the theatre. Watch the video!
Andrew Lloyd Webber to be Honored at Goodspeed's 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026
Andrew Lloyd Webber, one of the most influential figures in musical theatre, will be honored by Goodspeed Musicals at their 2026 Gala & Auction. He will be honored with the Goodspeed Musicals Award for Outstanding Contribution to Musical Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026
Andrew Lloyd Webber, one of the most influential figures in musical theatre, will be honored by Goodspeed Musicals at their 2026 Gala & Auction. He will be honored with the Goodspeed Musicals Award for Outstanding Contribution to Musical Theatre.
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Wins 2026 GRAMMY Award for Best Musical Theater Album
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 1, 2026
Buena Vista Social Club has won the GRAMMY Award for Best Musical Theater Album at the 68th GRAMMYs! The GRAMMY will be awarded to producers Marco Paguia, Dean Sharenow and David Yazbek.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 1, 2026
Buena Vista Social Club has won the GRAMMY Award for Best Musical Theater Album at the 68th GRAMMYs! The GRAMMY will be awarded to producers Marco Paguia, Dean Sharenow and David Yazbek.
Which Broadway Theatres Are Historically Most Desirable?
by Ben Waterhouse - Jan 23, 2026
Last week Hell’s Kitchen, located at the Shubert Theatre, announced that they would close on February 22. Aside from the unfortunate news that is for all who work on the show, it stands to wonder what might take that theatre in the next couple of months, and could that happen before the Tony Awards deadline? Furthermore, why is the Shubert Theatre in particular considered so desirable?
by Ben Waterhouse - Jan 23, 2026
Last week Hell’s Kitchen, located at the Shubert Theatre, announced that they would close on February 22. Aside from the unfortunate news that is for all who work on the show, it stands to wonder what might take that theatre in the next couple of months, and could that happen before the Tony Awards deadline? Furthermore, why is the Shubert Theatre in particular considered so desirable?
HELL'S KITCHEN, JUST IN TIME, and More Will Hold Autism Friendly Performances
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
TDF has announced five additional Broadway shows joining its 14th season of Autism Friendly Performances, including Hell's Kitchen, Just in Time, Buena Vista Social Club, & Juliet, and Hamilton.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
TDF has announced five additional Broadway shows joining its 14th season of Autism Friendly Performances, including Hell's Kitchen, Just in Time, Buena Vista Social Club, & Juliet, and Hamilton.
Photos: Karol G. Visits BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025
Latin music sensation Karol G. attended a performance of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB on Broadway, later paying a visit backstage to greet the company. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025
Latin music sensation Karol G. attended a performance of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB on Broadway, later paying a visit backstage to greet the company. See photos here!
Video: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Spices Up Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - Sep 28, 2025
Performers included: Isa Antonetti, Wesley Wray, Da'Von T. Moody, Mel Semé, Anthony Santos, Andrew Montgomery Coleman, Martin Solá, and rising stars Michael Barge and Daphne Jones. Watch highlights in this video.
by Ben Cameron - Sep 28, 2025
Performers included: Isa Antonetti, Wesley Wray, Da'Von T. Moody, Mel Semé, Anthony Santos, Andrew Montgomery Coleman, Martin Solá, and rising stars Michael Barge and Daphne Jones. Watch highlights in this video.
Review: AMERICAN PSYCHO THE MUSICAL at HOUSTON BROADWAY THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - Sep 8, 2025
Broadway, film, and television star Robert Lenzi (THE HAPPENING and THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL) is Patrick Bateman for this Houston run. He plays Patrick as an apex predator, but one that surprisingly gets lonely or feels isolated. There is not just the cold killer, but also a sense of what’s killing him.
by Brett Cullum - Sep 8, 2025
Broadway, film, and television star Robert Lenzi (THE HAPPENING and THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL) is Patrick Bateman for this Houston run. He plays Patrick as an apex predator, but one that surprisingly gets lonely or feels isolated. There is not just the cold killer, but also a sense of what’s killing him.
Compass Rose Theater Reveals Madeline Austin As Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2025
Compass Rose Theater appointed Madeline Austin as Artistic Director for Compass Rose Theater. She replaces the theater's Founding Artistic Director, Lucinda Merry-Browne, who had led the theater since 2011 and retired in 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2025
Compass Rose Theater appointed Madeline Austin as Artistic Director for Compass Rose Theater. She replaces the theater's Founding Artistic Director, Lucinda Merry-Browne, who had led the theater since 2011 and retired in 2024.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 17, 2025
by - Jun 17, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jun 17, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Celebrates 100 Broadway Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025
Tony Award-winning production of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB celebrated it’s 100th performance at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on Broadway. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025
Tony Award-winning production of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB celebrated it’s 100th performance at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on Broadway. See photos here!
Pedicab Disruptions in Theater District Prompt Outcry as City Council Bill Gains Momentum
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2025
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Proposed-Bill-Aims-to-Ban-Pedicabs-Near-Broadway-Theaters-20250505
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2025
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Proposed-Bill-Aims-to-Ban-Pedicabs-Near-Broadway-Theaters-20250505
2025 Drama League Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2025
The best of Broadway is gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld is bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who wins!
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2025
The best of Broadway is gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld is bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who wins!
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gerald Schoenfeld been in?
Gerald Schoenfeld has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Gerald Schoenfeld been in?
Gerald Schoenfeld has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Gerald Schoenfeld been nominated for?
Gerald Schoenfeld has been nominated for the Unique Contribution to the Theatre award at the Drama League Awards for his work on "Nicholas Nickelby".
What awards has Gerald Schoenfeld won?
Gerald Schoenfeld has won the Unique Contribution to the Theatre award at the Drama League Awards for his work on Nicholas Nickelby.
