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Abe Burrows

Date of Death: May 17, 1985 (74)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Writing

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Awards and Nominations


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1962 - Best Musical

Abe Burrows, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

The Pulitzer Prize - 1962 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Abe Burrows, How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying


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Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Direction of a Musical

Abe Burrows , How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying


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Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Musical

Abe Burrows, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls


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Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls

Videos

News


Video: Rob McClure & Bianca Marroquín Perform 'Sue Me' in Ogunquit's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Michael Major - Jul 2, 2025

Watch a new video of Bianca Marroquín (Chicago) as Miss Adelaide and Rob McClure (Mrs. Doubtfire) as Nathan Detroit performing 'Sue Me' in Ogunquit Playhouse's Guys and Dolls!
Video: Mykal Kilgore Sings 'Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat' in Ogunquit Playhouse's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 27, 2025

Now running at Ogunquit Playhouse is Guys and Dolls, which continues through July 19, 2025. Watch in this video as Kilgore performs an incredible 'Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat'.
Photos: Rob McClure, Mykal Kilgore, Bianca Marroquín & Ephraim Sykes in GUYS AND DOLLS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Jun 24, 2025

Get a first look at Ogunquit Playhouse's production of Guys and Dolls, which runs through July 19, 2025. The production is directed and choreographed by Emmy Award winner Al Blackstone.
Los Altos Youth Theatre Will Present GUYS AND DOLLS
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025

 Los Altos Youth Theatre will soon present its summer 2025 musical, Guys and Dolls, July 18 - 27, 2025. Performers range in age from 9-16.
Stage Directors And Choreographers Foundation Announces Awardees And Finalist For The Abe Burrows Award
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2025

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), has announced the recipients of this year's Abe Burrows Award for Assistant Directors.
Video: Ogunquit's GUYS AND DOLLS In Rehearsal
by Allison Henry - Jun 9, 2025

Join us inside the rehearsal room in NYC for director/choreographer Al Blackstone's take on 'Runyonland' from GUYS AND DOLLS. Performances begin June 19 and run through July 19 in Ogunquit, Maine.  
Full Cast Set for GUYS AND DOLLS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast and creative team for their production of Guys and Dolls. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!
Rob McClure, Mykal Kilgore, Bianca Marroquín & Ephraim Sykes Will Lead GUYS AND DOLLS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has announced casting for Guys and Dolls, featuring María Bilbao, Mykal Kilgore, Bianca Marroquín, Rob McClure, and Ephraim Sykes. The production runs June 19–July 19, 2025.
HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING to Open at the Heights Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2025

The Tony Award-winning musical comedy 'How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying' will light up the Height's Players stage this spring. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2025

The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
Cinnabar Theater Announces 53rd Season 'On The Road' At Sonoma State University
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

Cinnabar Theater has announced its 53rd season, continuing its 'On the Road' performances at Warren Theater, Sonoma State University.
GUYS AND DOLLS Comes to Sutter Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025

Guys and Dolls will come to the Sutter Street Theatre this month. Guys and Dolls features a Book by Abe Burrows and Jo Swerling, with Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Opera Australia
by Jade Kops - Mar 23, 2025

Bright, bold and brilliantly fun, Frank Loesser’s (Music and Lyrics), Jo Swerling (Book) and Abe Burrows’ (Book) Tony Award Winning GUYS AND DOLLS delights audiences for Opera Australia’s annual Handa Opera On Sydney Harbour “event theatre” offering.
GUYS AND DOLLS and More Set for Redhouse 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Redhouse Arts Center has unveiled its 2025-2026 theatre season, themed “In Living Color”—a season packed with gripping stories of addiction and redemption, love and loss, heartbreak and triumph. Learn more!
A Guide to Upcoming Movie Musicals- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, GUYS & DOLLS & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025

Though many are eagerly awaiting Wicked: For Good, there are plenty of other upcoming movie musicals to get Broadway fans on their feet, some of which we will see before November. Take a look at our guide to all upcoming movie musicals!
Previews: HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING at Revolution Stage Company
by Kay Kudukis - Mar 9, 2025

With music and lyrics by Frank Loesser (Guys and Dolls) and a book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock, and Willie Gilbert, How to Succeed blends clever comedy, show-stopping musical numbers, and timeless social commentary.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Mar 9, 2025

Guys and Dolls is a show to be seen and enjoyed. Vibrant, energetic and just fun. Sometimes an old fashioned Broadway show is needed. Guys and Dolls is that show.
Photo: GUYS AND DOLLS At Music Theater Works
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2025

Music Theater Works kicks off its 2025 season with Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, March 6 - 30, 2025. See photos from the production.
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented as Final Production in Maltz Jupiter Theater 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025

The Maltz Jupiter Theatre will present its final production of the 2024/25 MainStage Season with the beloved musical Guys and Dolls. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.
STC Sets 40th Season Featuring Wendell Pierce, Bill Irwin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the lineup of its upcoming 25/26 Season, celebrating the company’s 40th season exploring classic storytelling in Washington, D.C. See the lineup and learn more!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Abe Burrows written?

Abe Burrows has written 11 shows including Breakfast at Tiffany's (Bookwriter), Guys and Dolls (Bookwriter), Make a Wish (Bookwriter), Three Wishes for Jamie (Bookwriter), Can-Can (Bookwriter), Silk Stockings (Bookwriter), Say, Darling (Bookwriter), First Impressions (Bookwriter), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Bookwriter), Cactus Flower (Playwright), Hellzapoppin (Bookwriter).

What awards has Abe Burrows been nominated for?

Abe Burrows has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls." He was also nominated for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." Additionally, Burrows received a nomination for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and was nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards for both "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls."

What awards has Abe Burrows won?

Abe Burrows has won several awards for his work in Broadway shows. He received the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls." He also won the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and the Tony Award for Best Musical for both "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls."

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