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[US Tour, 2026]
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[US Tour, 2025]
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[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Original Director[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
 
[Regional (US), 2018]
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[Broadway, 2011]
Associate Director
 
[Broadway, 2002] [Replacement]
Assistant Director[Replacement]
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winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Matt LenzHairspray

Kevin Kline Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Matt LenzAida

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Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Capital One Hall
by Brian Bochicchio - Jun 1, 2026

National Tour is tighter and cleans up some of the grittier sensibilities while employing Broadway level talent.
THE MUSIC MAN Will Come to Buddy Holly Hall in June
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

The Tony Award-winning musical Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will play Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock as part of the Broadway at The Buddy Holly Hall series, with four performances scheduled.
REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - May 25, 2026

The musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that has just landed at the Sands Theatre leans into celebrating a world of vivid invention. It keeps the heart of the beloved material and commits even further into its absurdity. It guarantees a night at the theatre that will leave you going “what…was…that.' A night you won't soon forget. 
THE MUSIC MAN National Tour Will Play Waterbury’s Palace Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026

Big League Productions' national tour of MEREDITH WILLSON'S THE MUSIC MAN will present three performances at the Palace Theater in Waterbury, CT, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse.
THE MUSIC MAN National Tour is Coming to The Playhouse on Rodney Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026

The National Tour of The Music Man will present at Wilmington's Playhouse on Rodney Square, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse. Tickets start at $60.
THE MUSIC MAN To Be Presented At State Theatre New Jersey
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

State Theatre New Jersey will present Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN for four performances in New Brunswick, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse. Tickets start at $52.
Video: The Drifters in Rehearsal For BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026

An all new video has been released from rehearsal for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Gulfshore Playhouse, featuring the four performers portraying The Drifters. Check out the video here!
Karylle Joins CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Oliver Oliveros - Apr 13, 2026

Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia have confirmed that Filipino star Karylle will headline the Manila leg of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' global tour when the show runs at the Theatre at Solaire in July 2026.
THE MUSIC MAN Brings Will Come to The Washington Pavilion This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

Big League Productions' national tour of THE MUSIC MAN will take the stage at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls for four performances, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Joshua Bergasse.
Cast and Creative Team Set for BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026

Gulfshore Playhouse has revealed the full cast, creative team, and live musicians for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, running on the Moran Mainstage at the Baker Theatre and Education Center.
THE MUSIC MAN Comes To Century II Concert Hall April 24-26!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026

The American Theatre Guild will present THE MUSIC MAN at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita, Kansas as part of the 2025–2026 Broadway in Wichita Series. The production is scheduled to run April 24–26.
Center Theatre Group Reveals 2026/27 Season - THE TURNING WORLD Premiere and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

Center Theatre Group has revealed twelve productions for the 2026/27 Season. The eight-show One CTG subscription package includes plays and musicals at the Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre, including The Turning world premiere and more.
THE MUSIC MAN Will Come to the King Center in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026

THE MUSIC MAN, a six-time Tony Award-winning musical, will perform at the King Center on April 12-13 as part of the Broadway at the King Center Series. Learn more here!
Review: MEREDITH WILSON'S 'THE MUSIC MAN' at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - Mar 21, 2026

This weekend, the newest national tour of Meredith Wilson's 'The Music Man' is stopping at Des Moines Performing Arts. Judging from the audience reaction, this production works its magic in a way no anvil salesman will be able to stop.
Review: MEREDITH WILLSON'S THE MUSIC MAN at Reynolds Performance Hall in Conway
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 18, 2026

What did our critic think of MEREDITH WILLSON'S THE MUSIC MAN at Reynolds Performance Hall?
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at NIACC Performing Arts
by Jared Fessler - Mar 5, 2026

Seeing The Music Man in Mason City just feels right. When the new national tour came through the North Iowa Area Community Auditorium, it felt a little different than seeing a typical touring Broadway show. This is the town where the musical’s creator, Meredith Willson, was born and raised, so the story has a real connection here.
Video: First Look at 'Trouble' From THE MUSIC MAN National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

Watch Elliott Andrews as Harold Hill perform "Trouble" in the 2026 national tour of Meredith Willson's The Music Man, directed by Matt Lenz.
THE MUSIC MAN National Tour Set to Perform at Lied Center in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026

Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN will march into to the Lied Center for Performing Arts for 5 performances on March 5-8, 2026. Tickets are on sale now!
Video: THE MUSIC MAN National Tour- Watch Highlights
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2026

Meredith Willson's The Music Man will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz. Emmy Award winning and Tony Award nominated choreographer Joshua Bergasse will bring the story's celebrated production numbers to life on stage. Get a first look at highlights here!
Photos: First Look at the National Tour of THE MUSIC MAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

Meredith Willson's The Music Man will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz. Choreographer Joshua Bergasse will bring the story's celebrated production numbers to life on stage. Get a first look at photos here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Matt Lenz been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Hairspray and Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Aida.

What awards has Matt Lenz won?

Matt Lenz has won the Outstanding Director of a Musical award from the Kevin Kline Awards for his work on Hairspray.

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