Howard Lindsay
Date of Death: February 11, 1968 (78)
Birth Place: Waterford, NY, USA
Latest News on Howard Lindsay:
Theatre Tuscaloosa to Hold Auditions For ANYTHING GOES in May (Apr 18, 2024)
ANYTHING GOES Comes to Sutter Street Theatre This Month (Apr 8, 2024)
Houston Grand Opera to Open THE SOUND OF MUSIC This Month (Apr 3, 2024)
Theatre Tuscaloosa to Hold Auditions For ANYTHING GOES in May (Apr 18, 2024)
ANYTHING GOES Comes to Sutter Street Theatre This Month (Apr 8, 2024)
Houston Grand Opera to Open THE SOUND OF MUSIC This Month (Apr 3, 2024)
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Howard Lindsay was an actor, director, playwright and producer who made a significant impact on the American theater scene during the first half of the 20th century. Born on March 29, 1889 in Waterford, New York, Lindsay attended Boston Latin School and Harvard University before beginning his career in the theater.
Lindsay made his Broadway debut as an actor in the 1915 production of "The Prince Chap" and went on to appear in several other Broadway shows, including "The Enemy" (1925) and "The Royal Family" (1927). However, it was his work as a playwright and producer that brought him the most acclaim.
In 1935, Lindsay teamed up with Russel Crouse to write the book for the musical "Anything Goes," which became a huge hit and launched the careers of both men. The duo went on to collaborate on several other successful musicals, including "Call Me Madam" (1950) and "The Sound of Music" (1959).
In addition to his work in the theater, Lindsay also had a successful career in film. He co-wrote the screenplay for the 1945 film "State Fair" and produced the 1956 film adaptation of "The King and I," which starred Yul Brynner and Deborah Kerr.
Lindsay's contributions to the theater were recognized with several awards and honors. He won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1946 for "State of the Union," which he co-wrote with Crouse. He also received the Tony Award for Best Play in 1959 for "The Sound of Music."
Lindsay continued to work in the theater until his death on February 11, 1968. His most recent work was as the producer of the Broadway production of "The Sound of Music," which opened in 1959 and ran for over three years. Today, Lindsay is remembered as one of the most influential figures in American theater history.
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Howard Lindsay Awards and Nominations
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Tony Awards - 1960 - Best Musical
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Howard Lindsay Videos
Exclusive Video: Get A First Look At THE SOUND OF MUSIC At La Mirada Theatre
by Alan Henry - Apr 28, 2022
VIDEO: Tiffany Solano On Playing THE SOUND OF MUSIC's Maria At Dallas Theater Center
by Alan Henry - Feb 25, 2022
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer For ANYTHING GOES Coming to Cinemas Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2021
VIDEO: Watch 'Friendship' and 'Blow, Gabriel, Blow' From ANYTHING GOES
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2021
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Kate Rockwell In The Muny's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Alan Henry - Aug 4, 2021
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Kate Rockwell In Rehearsals For The Muny's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Alan Henry - Aug 2, 2021
BWW TV: Watch Highlights of Carmen Cusack & More in Encores! CALL ME MADAM
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2019
VIDEO: The Cast Of ANYTHING GOES At Arena Stage Honors indigenous People
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2018
VIDEO: On This Day, March 13- BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Enchants Broadway and Becomes 10th Longest Running Show in History
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Desiree Davar, Stephen DeRosa and More in Goodspeed's ANYTHING GOES
by Christina Mancuso - Apr 22, 2016
STAGE TUBE: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Tour Stars Kerstin Anderson and Ashley Brown Perform 'My Favorite Things'
by Stage Tube - Oct 27, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Kerstin Anderson of THE SOUND OF MUSIC Tour Performs Live on KTLA
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 22, 2015
BWW TV: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Hits the Road- Meet the Company of the National Tour!
by TV - On the Road - Sep 8, 2015
BWW TV: Newcomer Kerstin Anderson, Ashley Brown & Ben Davis Preview Upcoming National Tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC!
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Meet the THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour's 'Maria' - Kerstin Anderson!
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 21, 2015
Howard Lindsay News
Theatre Tuscaloosa to Hold Auditions For ANYTHING GOES in May
Theatre Tuscaloosa is holding open auditions for the Cole Porter classic, ANYTHING GOES. See what you need to audition, and learn more about the show.
ANYTHING GOES Comes to Sutter Street Theatre This Month
Anything Goes comes to Sutter Street Theatre beginning this week. Performances run April 12 – May 12, 2024.
Houston Grand Opera to Open THE SOUND OF MUSIC This Month
On April 26, 2024, Houston Grand Opera will open classic, family-friendly musical The Sound of Music, with the company’s own chorus director, Richard Bado, at the podium. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MATILDA, WAITRESS, and More Set For the Grand Theatre's 2024/25 Season
The lineup includes six beloved and blockbuster titles, three locally conceptualized and constructed London Proud productions that will go on to shine across the country, four Ontario premieres, and the always sold-out Jeans ‘n Classics concert series. Learn more about the full season here!
THE SOUND OF MUSIC & More Set for Redhouse 2024-25 Season
Redhouse Arts Center has revealed its 24/25 season and new ticket packages with special pricing (available through March 29, 2024). See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
WEST SIDE STORY, GYSPY & More Set for OFC Creations Theatre 2024-25 Season
OFC Creations Theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season, featuring six professional musical productions directed by Eric Vaughn Johnson. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Get A First Look At THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The Citadel Theatre
Get a first look at Citadel Theatre's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music, now on stage through March 31st, 2024.
ANYTHING GOES To Open At Four County Players in March
As the next production of their 51st Season in Barboursville, Four County Players will present ANYTHING GOES, opening March 8 on the Mainstage. Learn how to purchase tickets.
ANYTHING GOES, SWEET CHARITY & More Set for Gulfshore Playhouse 2024-2025 Season
Gulfshore Playhouse has unveiled its complete 2024-2025 season, the first in the new Baker Theatre and Education Center. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Rodgers and Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC Comes to the Citadel Theatre Next Month
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music opens in early March on the Shoctor Theatre stage.
Porchlight Music Theatre's ANYTHING GOES Extends At The Ruth Page Center
Porchlight Music Theatre has announced that due to popular demand, the 90th Anniversary production of Cole Porter's crown jewel musical comedy, Anything Goes, music and lyrics by Cole Porter, original book by P.G. Wodehouse and Guy Bolton and Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse and a new book by Timothy Crouse and John Weidman, is now extended through March 10 at the Ruth Page Center.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Porchlight Music Theatre's ANYTHING GOES
Porchlight Music Theatre’s 90th Anniversary production of Cole Porter’s crown jewel musical comedy, Anything Goes, music and lyrics by Cole Porter, original book by P.G. Wodehouse and Guy Bolton and Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse and a new book by Timothy Crouse and John Weidman, is now playing through February 25, 2024, at the Ruth Page Center, 1016 N. Dearborn St. See photos from opening night!
Review: ANYTHING GOES at Porchlight Music Theatre
It’s delightful, it’s delicious, it’s de-lovely...it’s ANYTHING GOES at Porchlight Music Theatre. Artistic Director Michael Weber’s production captures all the joy and laughs in Cole Porter’s 1934 classic musical comedy. Thanks to the new 2022 book by Timothy Crouse and John Weidman, it’s also a tight ship running two hours and fifteen minutes (original book by P.G. Wodehouse, Guy Bolton, Howard LIndsay, and Russel Crouse.)
Photos: Chicago's Porchlight Music Theatre's ANYTHING GOES, Now Playing Through February 25
See first look photos of Porchlight Music Theatre’s 90th Anniversary production of Cole Porter’s crown jewel musical comedy, Anything Goes.
New Dramatists Will Honor Michael Greif At Annual Spring Luncheon This May
New Dramatists will honor Michael Greif, the acclaimed director of this season's Days of Wine and Roses, The Notebook and Hell's Kitchen at its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS & More Set for 5-Star Theatricals 2024 Season
5-STAR THEATRICALS has revealed its 2024 season of shows! All of 5-Star’s productions are locally produced, auditioned and rehearsed in Southern California, and this year, will perform in both the Kavli and Scherr Forum Theatres at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center.
Emilie Kouatchou, Robert Lenzi & More to Star in THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Ogunquit Playhouse
The Music Hall and Ogunquit Playhouse have unveiled the cast for their production of The Sound of Music. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Global Tour to Launch Second Season in Shanghai, China
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Global Tour - Second Season Launches in Shanghai, China. Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia are launching a second season of the international tour of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC.
The Blue Hill Troupe Kicks Off 100th Anniversary Season With ANYTHING GOES
The Blue Hill Troupe, New York City’s only philanthropic musical theater group, will kick off its 100th Anniversary season with “Anything Goes,” Cole Porter’s classic musical comedy of mismatched lovers, bumbling gangsters, and heavenly high jinks on the high seas. Performances will run Nov. 3-11 at The Theatre at St. Jean’s, 184 East 76th St.
Review: ANYTHING GOES at West Fargo High
What did our critic think of ANYTHING GOES at West Fargo High?
Howard Lindsay FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Howard Lindsay been in?
Howard Lindsay has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.
How many West End shows has Howard Lindsay been in?
Howard Lindsay has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Howard Lindsay been nominated for?
Howard Lindsay has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. One of his notable nominations includes Best Musical at the Tony Awards for the show "The Sound of Music." Additionally, Lindsay has received a Special Tony Award at the Tony Awards.
What awards has Howard Lindsay won?
Howard Lindsay has won several awards throughout his career. He received the Tony Award for Best Musical for his work on "The Sound of Music." Additionally, Lindsay was honored with a Special Tony Award. These accolades recognize his contributions to the Broadway industry and highlight his talent and success as a playwright and producer.
How many shows has Howard Lindsay written?
Howard Lindsay has written 23 shows including The Sound of Music (Bookwriter), Your Uncle Dudley (Playwright), Oh, Promise Me (Playwright), Tommy (Playwright), She Loves Me Not (Author), Anything Goes (Bookwriter), A Slight Case of Murder (Playwright), Red, Hot and Blue! (Bookwriter), Hooray For What! (Bookwriter), Life With Father (Bookwriter), Gratefully Yours (Playwright), Strip for Action (Playwright), State of the Union (Playwright), Life With Mother (Playwright), Call Me Madam (Bookwriter), Remains to Be Seen (Playwright), The Prescott Proposals (Playwright), The Great Sebastians (Playwright), Happy Hunting (Bookwriter), Tall Story (Playwright), Mr. President (Bookwriter), With Love and Laughter (Material), Mr. President (Playwright).
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