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[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2020]
Choreographer
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Director
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2017]
Director
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2015]
Director
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2014]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Assistant Director

Matthew Gardiner Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Choreography in a Play, HAYES Production

Matthew GardinerTender Napalm


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Helen Hayes Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Director of a Musical, HAYES Production

Matthew GardinerSunday in the Park With George

Helen Hayes Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Director of a Musical, HAYES Production

Matthew GardinerThe Threepenny Opera

Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Matthew GardinerThe Laramie Project

Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Outstanding Movement, Resident Play

Matthew GardinerNever the Sinner

Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director, Resident Musical

Matthew GardinerDreamgirls

Helen Hayes Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography, Resident Production

Matthew GardinerReefer Madness: The Musical


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Helen Hayes Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director, Resident Musical

Matthew GardinerReefer Madness: The Musical

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Matthew Gardiner News


Exclusive Video: Cast of Signature Theatre's HAIR Sings 'Let The Sun Shine In'


Get a first look at the cast of Signature Theatre's production of the rock musical HAIR singing 'Let The Sun Shine In.' Hair has music by Galt MacDermot and book and lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado.

Jordan Dobson, Olivia Puckett & More to Star in HAIR at Signature Theatre


Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the rock musical HAIR. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Jessica Phillips to Star in PENELOPE DC Premiere at Signature Theatre


Signature Theatre has unveiled the cast and creative team for the DC premiere musical Penelope. Learn more about the musical, and see how to purchase tickets.

Nathan Lane to Receive 2024 Stephen Sondheim Award From Signature Theatre


Signature Theatre will honor Nathan Lane with the 2024 Stephen Sondheim Award. The Broadway and film legend is known for his award-winning performances in 'The Producers,' 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 'The Birdcage,' and 'The Lion King.'

Claybourne Elder to Perform for One Night Only at Signature Theatre


Signature Theatre will present a one-night engagement of Claybourne Elder Cabaret. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Cast and Creative Team Set for World Premiere of PRIVATE JONES at Signature Theatre


Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the world premiere musical Private Jones, written and directed by Marshall Pailet (Who’s Your Baghdaddy, or how i started the iraq war and Triassic Parq).

Video: Bobby Smith Sings 'Gliding' From RAGTIME at Signature Theatre


Get a first look at Gliding, performed by Bobby Smith and Avery Laina Harris in Signature Theatre's production of Ragtime, on stage through January 7th, 2024 only.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Washington, DC Awards; Voting Ends 12/31


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR: NOVA Y. PAYTON SINGS BURT BACHARACH to Begin at Signature Theatre in January


Performances of That’s What Friends Are For: Nova Y. Payton Sings Burt Bacharach begin in less than one month at Signature Theatre.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Washington, DC Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, & More Lead!


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Matthew Scott to Join RAGTIME at Signature Theatre


Matthew Scott (Broadway’s An American in Paris, Signature’s Company) will join the cast of Signature Theatre's Ragtime in the role of Father. Learn how to purchase tickets!

BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Exclusive: Watch Teal Wicks Sing 'Back to Before' in RAGTIME at Signature Theatre


Watch Teal Wicks sing 'Back to Before' in Ragtime at Signature Theatre.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Video: Watch Nkrumah Gatling Sing 'Make Them Hear You' From RAGTIME at Signature Theatre


Get a first look at 'Make Them Hear You' from Signature Theatre's production of Ragtime. Watch the video here!

BOTH SIDES NOW: Joni Mitchell And Leonard Cohen Extended at Signature Theatre


Signature Theatre will present a one-week extension of Both Sides Now: Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen, now running December 5 through December 23.

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; Signature Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Interview: Theatre Life with Teal Wicks


Today’s subject Teal Wicks has what is known as the WOW factor. Every time I see her onstage in something, I can’t help using that expletive to describe her performance. Currently, Teal is living her theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre playing the role of Mother in Ragtime. The production runs through January seventh in Signature MAX space.

Matthew Gardiner FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Matthew Gardiner been nominated for?

Matthew Gardiner has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Choreography in a Play for "Tender Napalm," Outstanding Director of a Musical for "Sunday in the Park With George" and "The Threepenny Opera," Outstanding Director for Resident Play for "The Laramie Project," Outstanding Movement for Resident Play for "Never the Sinner," Outstanding Director for Resident Musical for "Dreamgirls," Outstanding Choreography for Resident Production for "Reefer Madness: The Musical," and Outstanding Director for Resident Musical for "Reefer Madness: The Musical."

What awards has Matthew Gardiner won?

Matthew Gardiner has won the following awards: Outstanding Director of a Musical for "Sunday in the Park With George" and Outstanding Director, Resident Musical for "Reefer Madness: The Musical" at the Helen Hayes Awards.

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