The Producers 2001

Run Time:
Two hours and 50 minutes with one intermission
Opened: April 19, 2001
Closing: April 22, 2007

The Producers - 2001 - Broadway History , Info & More

St. James Theatre (Broadway)
246 West 44th St. New York, NY

Based on the film by Mel Brooks

A New Mel Brooks Musical. Adapted by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan from Brooks’ 1968 film of the same name, with lyrics by Brooks and music by Brooks and Glen Kelly. As in the film, the story concerns two theatrical producers who scheme to get rich by overselling interests in a Broadway flop. Complications arise when the show unexpectedly turns out to be successful.



The original production opened on Broadway on April 19, 2001, starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick, and ran for 2,502 performances, winning a record-breaking 12 Tony Awards. It spawned a successful London production running for three years, national tours, many productions internationally and a 2005 film version.

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'The Producers' Closes Las Vegas Run with Danza Feb. 9
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2007


The Las Vegas production of Mel Brooks' 12-time Tony Award-winning musical, The Producers is announced to close at the Paris on February 9, 2008. Tony Danza will continue to portray down-on-his-luck theatrical producer Max Bialystock through the remainder of the production's run.

Marriott's 'The Producers' Keeps It Gay
by Michael J. Roberts - September 15, 2007


How do you keep The Producers fresh after a 1960's movie, a hit Broadway musical and a movie of the musical? Well, it is all in the 'coesting,' as Ulla would say. The latest production of Mel Brooks mega hit, which opened Wednesday at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, certainly has not made any missteps in the casting departing, starting with Ross Lehman and Guy Adkins as Bialystock and Bloom...

'The Producers' Arrive at Chicago's Marriott, Begins 9/5
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2007


The Marriott Theatre is proud to present the Tony-award winning smash hit comedy, The Producers. Previews begin September 5, press opening is September 12, and runs through December 2 at the Marriott Theatre,10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. This outrageously funny musical from the incomparable Mel Brooks won 12 Tony Awards, more than any other show in history - and is based on the 1968 Academy Award-winning cult film classic of the same title.

Tony Danza Set for Las Vegas' The Producers
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2007


Tony Danza will once again star as the irrepressible Max Bialystock in the Las Vegas production of The Producers.

Photo Flash: Vegas 'Producers' Welcomes Reams & Nolte
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2007


Direct from Broadway, Lee Roy Reams and Bill Nolte joined the Las Vegas cast of the smash Mel Brooks musical comedy The Producers at the Paris Las Vegas on May 7th.

Photo Coverage: The Producers Closing Night Party at Tony's
by Linda Lenzi - April 24, 2007


The Producers, after playing its final Broadway performance on April 22nd, held an after-party at Tony's DiNapoli Times Square, and BroadwayWorld was there for the festivities!

Photo Coverage: The Producers Closing Night
by Walter McBride - April 23, 2007


The Producers played its final performance on Sunday, April 22, 2007, after playing 33 preview performances and 2,502 regular performances at Broadway's St. James Theatre, and BroadwayWorld was there!

Photo Coverage: BC/EFA's 'The Producers' Cabaret
by Mark Rupp - April 16, 2007


On Sunday, April 15th at 9:30 PM, Joseph John Productions and the cast of Mel Brooks' Tony Award-winning Broadway musical The Producers presented their cabaret benefit show: The Big Bang Blowout, to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

Photo Coverage: Tony Danza Sardi's Caricature
by Walter McBride - February 23, 2007


Stage, screen, television and recording artist Tony Danza, who is currently playing Max Bialystock in The Producers, was present on February 22nd for the unveiling of his caricature at the legendary Sardi's Restaurant.

The Producers to Close on April 22; 'Frankenstein' Follows
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2007


The Producers will play its final performance on Sunday, April 22, 2007, after playing 33 preview performances and 2,502 regular performances at Broadway's St. James Theatre.

TV: Broadway Beat - Reams, Rockers and Utopia!
by Broadway Beat - February 11, 2007


Catch the latest episode of Broadway Beat featuring Lee Roy Reams (currently in The Producers), highlights from Rockers on Broadway and the cast and crew of Coast of Utopia - right here on BroadwayWorld.com!

First Preview of Las Vegas Producers is Sold Out
by BWW News Desk - February 2, 2007


Following in the tradition of the Broadway production, the Mel Brooks musical comedy The Producers at Paris Las Vegas announced today that yesterday's first preview performance was sold out.

Photo Flash: Las Vegas 'The Producers' Rehearsal
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2007


The upcoming Las Vegas production of The Producers, starring Brad Oscar and David Hasselhoff, is currently in rehearsal

Previews Begin for Las Vegas PRODUCERS on January 31
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2007


The most honored show in Broadway history, the MEL BROOKS musical comedy THE PRODUCERS, at Paris Las Vegas announces today that during previews, locals can purchase tickets for $60 (including taxes and service charges) with valid Nevada ID. Previews begin January 31, 2007 and run for one week.

Danza and Bart are Broadway's New 'Producers'
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2006


Tony Danza and Roger Bart will star in The Producers beginning December 19th

Vegas 'Producers,' Starting 1/31, Cut Down to 90 Minutes
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2006


Tony Award-winner Mel Brooks stated at a recent press conference that the upcoming Las Vegas production of his smash musical The Producers will clock in at a tidy 88 minutes

Hasselhoff and Oscar Set for The Producers in Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - November 2, 2006


TV and stage star David Hasselhoff has joined the cast of the upcoming Las Vegas production of The Producers

Producers Tour Plays Merriam Theater Nov. 14-19
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2006


The Producers will stop in Philadelphia at the Merriam Theater for a limited one-week engagement beginning Tuesday, November 14th through Sunday, November 19th as a season special on the Broadway Across America - Philadelphia 06-07 Season.

Lee Roy Reams Joins Bway's The Producers as Roger De Bris
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2006


Broadway veteran Lee Roy Reams has joined the cast of Broadway's The Producers

The Producers FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Producers have there been?
The Producers has had 8 productions including Broadway which opened in 2001, Broadway which opened in 2001, US Tour which opened in 2002, US Tour which opened in 2003, Canada which opened in 2003, West End which opened in 2004, Las Vegas which opened in 2006 and Lincolnshire, IL (Regional) which opened in 2007.
What Tony Awards has The Producers been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Book of a Musical for Mel Brooks, Best Book of a Musical for Thomas Meehan, Best Choreography for Susan Stroman, Best Costume Design for William Ivey Long, Best Direction of a Musical for Susan Stroman, Best Lighting Design for Peter Kaczorowski, Best Orchestrations for Doug BestermanBest Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Mel Brooks and Best Scenic Design for Robin Wagner.
What Tony Awards has The Producers won?
Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Mel Brooks Best Book of a Musical for Thomas Meehan Best Choreography for Susan Stroman Best Costume Design for William Ivey Long Best Direction of a Musical for Susan Stroman Best Lighting Design for Peter Kaczorowski Best Orchestrations for Doug Besterman Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Mel Brooks, Best Scenic Design for Robin Wagner, .
What awards has The Producers been nominated for?
The Producers has been nominated for several awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Mel Brooks was nominated for Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, while Susan Stroman and Thomas Meehan were both nominated for Outstanding Choreography. William Ivey Long received a nomination for Outstanding Costume Design, and Susan Stroman was also nominated for Outstanding Director - Musical. Other nominations include Peter Kaczorowski for Outstanding Lighting Design, Mel Brooks for Outstanding Lyrics, Doug Besterman for Outstanding Orchestrations, Robin Wagner for Outstanding Set Design of a Musical, and Distinguished Production of a Musical at the Drama League Awards. Additionally, The Producers received nominations for Outstanding Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, with Susan Stroman being nominated for Outstanding Choreography and Outstanding Director of a Musical. William Ivey Long received a nomination for Outstanding Costume Design, Peter Kaczorowski for Outstanding Lighting Design, and Robin Wagner for Outstanding Scenic Design.
What awards has The Producers won?
The Producers has won several awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Mel Brooks received the Outstanding Book of a Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards, while Susan Stroman and Thomas Meehan won the Outstanding Choreography award. William Ivey Long was recognized for Outstanding Costume Design, and Susan Stroman also won the Outstanding Director - Musical award. Other awards include Outstanding Lighting Design for Peter Kaczorowski, Outstanding Lyrics for Mel Brooks, Outstanding Orchestrations for Doug Besterman, and Outstanding Set Design of a Musical for Robin Wagner. The Producers was also honored with the Distinguished Production of a Musical award from the Drama League Awards and Outstanding Broadway Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Susan Stroman received another Outstanding Choreography award, William Ivey Long won for Outstanding Costume Design, and Peter Kaczorowski was recognized for Outstanding Lighting Design. Robin Wagner received the Outstanding Scenic Design award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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