Gregory Rae
Latest News on Gregory Rae:
Tickets on Sale for A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL - Watch a Teaser (Apr 16, 2024)
James Monroe Iglehart Will Lead A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway (Feb 28, 2024)
THE COTTAGE Plays Final Broadway Performance (Oct 29, 2023)
Tickets on Sale for A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL - Watch a Teaser (Apr 16, 2024)
James Monroe Iglehart Will Lead A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway (Feb 28, 2024)
THE COTTAGE Plays Final Broadway Performance (Oct 29, 2023)
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Gregory Rae is a Tony Award-winning Broadway producer and director, known for his work on a variety of productions that have both entertained and inspired audiences. Born in New York City, Rae began his career in the theater world as a performer, before transitioning to producing and directing.
Rae's Broadway producing credits include the critically acclaimed musical "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," which won two Tony Awards in 2005, and the Tony-nominated revival of "Pippin" in 2013. He has also produced numerous off-Broadway productions, including "Bat Boy: The Musical," "Altar Boyz," and "The Great American Trailer Park Musical."
In addition to producing, Rae has directed a number of productions both on and off-Broadway. His directing credits include "The Last Smoker in America," "Zombie Prom," and "The Thing About Men." He has also directed productions regionally, including "The Rocky Horror Show" at the Bucks County Playhouse in Pennsylvania.
Rae's work extends beyond the stage, as he has produced and directed several films, including the documentary "Pageant," which follows the journeys of five contestants in the 34th Miss Gay America Pageant. The film won several awards, including the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Nashville Film Festival.
Rae's passion for the arts extends beyond producing and directing, as he is also a vocal advocate for arts education. He has served on the board of directors for the Educational Theatre Foundation and has been a guest speaker at several universities, including NYU and Columbia.
Rae's most recent work includes serving as a producer on the Broadway production of "The Play That Goes Wrong," which opened in 2017 and received a Tony nomination for Best Play. He also produced the off-Broadway production of "The View UpStairs," a musical that explores the history of the LGBTQ community and the tragic fire that occurred at the UpStairs Lounge in New Orleans in 1973.
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NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 16: Producers Carl White and Gregory Rae pose at the opening night of the new musical based on the film "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" on Broadway at The Longacre Theatre on October 16, 2019 in New York City (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage)
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10/17/2019
From: Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for THE LIGHTNING THIEF
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Gregory Rae Awards and Nominations
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Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Revival of a Play
Gregory Rae, The Normal Heart
Gregory Rae Videos
Photos & Video: First Look at James Monroe Iglehart & More in A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2023
VIDEO: Cyndi Lauper & Harvey Fierstein Celebrate the Fifth Anniversary of KINKY BOOTS On NBC's THE TODAY SHOW
by Macon Prickett - Apr 6, 2018
TV: Chatting with the Cast of BARE on Opening Night- Jason Hite, Taylor Trensch, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 11, 2012
TV: Sneak Peak of Jason Hite, Taylor Trensch, and More in BARE at New World Stages- Montage!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 5, 2012
STAGE TUBE: THE NORMAL HEART Box Office Triples Since Tony Wins; Broadway Community Shows Support
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 15, 2011
TV: 2011 Tony Awards Winners Circle - Daryl Roth: 'THE NORMAL HEART is theater doing what theater does best'
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 18, 2011
Gregory Rae News
Tickets on Sale for A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL - Watch a Teaser
Tickets are now on sale for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical starring James Monroe Iglehart. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
James Monroe Iglehart Will Lead A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway
Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart will star as jazz legend and American icon Louis Armstrong in A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical on Broadway in Fall 2024. We have all the details!
THE COTTAGE Plays Final Broadway Performance
The new American comedy The Cottage will play its final Broadway performance October 29, at the Hayes Theater, following 17 previews and 111 regular performances.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of A WONDERFUL WORLD in New Orleans
A Wonderful World, A New Musical about the Life and Loves of Louis Armstrong recently played at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans. See photos from opening night below!
Photos & Video: First Look at James Monroe Iglehart & More in A WONDERFUL WORLD
Get a first look at James Monroe Iglehart in A Wonderful World!
Video: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast 'Performs St. James Infirmary'
Watch cast members of A Wonderful World St. James Infirmary in rehearsal!
Video: Watch James Monroe Iglehart Sing as Louis Armstrong in Rehearsals for A WONDERFUL WORLD
Watch Watch James Monroe Iglehart sing What A Wonderful World in rehearsals for the new musical A Wonderful World!
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Begins Rehearsals For Pre-Broadway Engagement
The 26-member cast of A Wonderful World, A New Musical about the Life and Loves of Louis Armstrong began rehearsals last week in New York City. Check out photos from rehearsal here!
Photos: THE COTTAGE Cast Celebrates Opening Night
The new American comedy The Cottage opened on July 24, at the Hayes Theater. Written by Sandy Rustin and directed by Tony Award winner Jason Alexander (“Seinfeld”) making his Broadway directorial debut, The Cottage’s strictly limited engagement runs through October 29. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and you can check out photos of the cast and creative team on the red carpet below!
Photos: The Cast of THE COTTAGE Takes Their Opening Night Bows
The new American comedy The Cottage opened on Broadway last night, July 24, at the Hayes Theater. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
Review Roundup: THE COTTAGE Opens On Broadway With An All-Star Cast!
Broadway's new comedy, The Cottage, written by Sandy Rustin and directed by Tony Award winner Jason Alexander is now playing at the Hayes Theatre! Read the reviews!
THE COTTAGE Opens Tonight on Broadway
The new American comedy The Cottage opens on Broadway tonight at the Hayes Theater. Learn more about the production here!
Photos: First Look at THE COTTAGE, Now Playing on Broadway!
We've got your first look at photos from The Cottage on Broadway- now running at the Hayes Theatre.
Rush Tickets For THE COTTAGE Are Available Beginning Today
Broadway previews begin tonight, Friday, July 7 for the new American comedy The Cottage, written by Sandy Rustin and directed by Tony Award winner Jason Alexander. Find out how to get discount tickets to The Cottage here!
THE COTTAGE Begins Rehearsals On Broadway Today
Broadway rehearsals begin today for the uproarious new American comedy The Cottage, written by Sandy Rustin and directed by Tony Award winner Jason Alexander (“Seinfeld”) making his Broadway directorial debut.
Alex Moffat, Nehal Joshi and Dana Steingold Join THE COTTAGE on Broadway
Complete principal casting for this summer’s riotous new Broadway comedy, The Cottage, was announced today. SNL’s Alex Moffat, Nehal Joshi and Dana Steingold will be joining the previously announced Eric McCormack, Laura Bell Bundy, and Lilli Cooper.
Eric McCormack, Laura Bell Bundy, and Lilli Cooper Will Lead THE COTTAGE on Broadway, Directed by Jason Alexander
Broadway will welcome an uproarious new American comedy this summer when Jason Alexander directs Eric McCormack, Laura Bell Bundy and Lilli Cooper in The Cottage by Sandy Rustin. The Cottage begins performances on July 7 and opens on July 24 at the Hayes Theater.
James Monroe Iglehart to Star in Broadway-Aimed A WONDERFUL WORLD in New Orleans & Chicago
A Wonderful World, A New Musical about the Life and Loves of Louis Armstrong will premiere in New Orleans and Chicago this fall, with Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart starring as Armstrong. See additional details, and how to purchase tickets!
KINKY BOOTS To End Off-Broadway Run This Month
The Tony-winning musical Kinky Boots will play its final off-Broadway performance at 7:00PM on Sunday, November 20, 2022 following 32 previews and 102 regular performances.
KINKY BOOTS to Present Special Halloween Sing-a-Long Performance
Everybody Say Yeah (and sing out) because Kinky Boots is doing a SING-A-LONG performance! Celebrate Halloween this year Kinky Boots Style by getting dressed up (optional!) and heading to Stage 42 on October 31st, where the audience is encouraged to sing along with some of their favorite tunes from the show during the performance.
Gregory Rae FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Gregory Rae been nominated for?
Gregory Rae has been nominated for the Best Revival of a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Normal Heart."
What awards has Gregory Rae won?
Gregory Rae has won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for "The Normal Heart."
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