Alex Timbers
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Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Says 'So Long, Farewell' To Derek Klena, Courtney Reed, Bobby Daye and Clay Rice-Thomson (Jul 19, 2024)
SHUCKED, HADESTOWN & More Join Broadway In Chicago 2025 Line Up (Jul 18, 2024)
SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED & More Set for Penn State Centre Stage 2024-25 Season (Jul 16, 2024)
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Says 'So Long, Farewell' To Derek Klena, Courtney Reed, Bobby Daye and Clay Rice-Thomson (Jul 19, 2024)
SHUCKED, HADESTOWN & More Join Broadway In Chicago 2025 Line Up (Jul 18, 2024)
SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED & More Set for Penn State Centre Stage 2024-25 Season (Jul 16, 2024)
Alex Timbers BIO
Alex Timbers is a Tony-nominated writer-director and the recipient of Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as two OBIE Awards.
Credits include: The Pee-wee Herman Show, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (also book writer; Drama Desk, Lortel, and OCC Awards, Tony nomination), A Very Merry Unauthorized Pageant (OBIE Award, Garland Award-Best Director), Gutenberg! The Musical! (Drama Desk nom. - Best Director of a Musical), Peter and the Starcatcher (co-director, OBIE Award- Best Director), Hell House (Drama Desk nom. - Unique Theatrical Experience).
Alex was President of the Yale Dramat and is the Artistic Director of downtown company Les Freres Corbusier.
Alex Timbers Photos
Jose Llana, Lea Salonga, Arielle Jacobs, Conrad Ricamora, Costume Designer Clint Ramos, Director Alex Timbers, Scenic Designer David Korins, Choreographer Annie-B Parson and Co-Composer, Concept, Lyricist David Byrne, Lead Producers Jose Antonio Vargas, Clint Ramos, Diana DiMenna, Patrick Catullo, Hal Luftig and Kevin Connor and the cast of "Here Lies Love" including Melody Butiu, Jaygee Macapugay, Julia Abueva, Aaron Alcaraz, Kristina Doucette, Jeigh Madjus, Geena Quintos, Shea Renne, Angelo Soriano, Moses Villarama, Jasmine Forsberg, Reanne Acasio, Renée Albulario, Carol Angeli, Nathan Angelo, Roy Flores, Timothy Matthew Flores, Sarah Kay and Aaron "AJ" Mercado
Date:
05/09/2023
From: Photos: Arielle Jacobs, Jose Llana, Lea Salonga, And The Company Of HERE LIES LOVE Meet The Press!
Alex Timbers Productions
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Alex Timbers Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Gutenberg! The Musical!
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge!
winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Direction of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge!
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Drama League Awards - 2019 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing
Alex Timbers
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Rocky
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Rocky
winner
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Director
Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Alex Timbers , Here Lies Love
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play
Alex Timbers, Peter and the Starcatcher
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play
Alex Timbers, Peter and the Starcatcher
winner
Obie Awards - 2011 - Directing
Alex Timbers, Peter And The Starcatcher
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The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Musical
Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Book of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
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Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Alex Timbers, Gutenberg! The Musica
winner
Obie Awards - 2004 - Special Citations
Alex Timbers, A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant
Alex Timbers Videos
Video: Lea Michele, Ben Platt, Lizzo, and More Perform at Joe Biden Fundraiser
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 31, 2024
Video: Watch the Cast of HERE LIES LOVE Perform Unplugged 'Child of the Philippines'
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 3, 2023
Video: HERE LIES LOVE Cast Members Perform Unplugged Version of 'Walk Like A Woman'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023
Video: Watch HERE LIES LOVE Cast Members Perform 'Opposite Attraction' Unplugged
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023
Video: On the Red Carpet With Andrew Rannells, Josh Gad & More at GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL!
by Red Carpet - Oct 13, 2023
Video: David Byrne Calls HERE LIES LOVE's Dancing Audience His 'Dream Come True'
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2023
Video: Watch Arielle Jacobs & HERE LIES LOVE Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2023
Video: Watch Lele Pons Dance to 'El Tango de Roxanne' From MOULIN ROUGE! on DANCING WITH THE STARS
by Michael Major - Sep 27, 2023
Video: Watch Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells Take First Bows in GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 16, 2023
Video: What's GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL All About? The Creative Team Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 16, 2023
Video: Arielle Jacobs Knows That Audiences Need HERE LIES LOVE Now More Than Ever
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Aug 2, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Derek Klena Perform 'Finale (Come What May)' from MOULIN ROUGE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2023
Alex Timbers News
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Says 'So Long, Farewell' To Derek Klena, Courtney Reed, Bobby Daye and Clay Rice-Thomson
This weekend, Moulin Rouge! The Musical will say au revoir to current stars Courtney Reed and Derek Klena. They depart along with understudy Bobby Daye and ensemble member Clay Rice-Thomson. To celebrate their send off, the quartet of performers put together a farewell to the show, using the iconic 'goodbye' song, 'So Long, Farewell' from The Sound of Music. Check out video of their adorable parody below!
This weekend, Moulin Rouge! The Musical will say au revoir to current stars Courtney Reed and Derek Klena. They depart along with understudy Bobby Daye and ensemble member Clay Rice-Thomson. To celebrate their send off, the quartet of performers put together a farewell to the show, using the iconic 'goodbye' song, 'So Long, Farewell' from The Sound of Music. Check out video of their adorable parody below!
SHUCKED, HADESTOWN & More Join Broadway In Chicago 2025 Line Up
Broadway In Chicago has revealed six new shows joining its lineup. SHUCKED and KIMBERLY AKIMBO are in the next Broadway In Chicago Season, on sale this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway In Chicago has revealed six new shows joining its lineup. SHUCKED and KIMBERLY AKIMBO are in the next Broadway In Chicago Season, on sale this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED & More Set for Penn State Centre Stage 2024-25 Season
Penn State Centre Stage announces its 2024-25 season featuring productions like SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED, LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, ALICE IN WONDERLAND, MUCH ADO, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Penn State Centre Stage announces its 2024-25 season featuring productions like SWEENEY TODD, HOW TO SUCCEED, LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST, ALICE IN WONDERLAND, MUCH ADO, and A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Broadway Buying Guide: July 15, 2024- HAMILTON Is Back On Top
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, July 15, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, July 15, 2024.
Photos: OH, MARY! Celebrates Opening Night at The Eagle
Cole Escola's Oh, Mary! officially opened on Broadway on July 11 at the Lyceum Theatre, following a sold out, twice extended world premiere run at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. BroadwayWorld was in attendance at the show's opening night celebration at The Eagle. Check out our exclusive photos here!
Cole Escola's Oh, Mary! officially opened on Broadway on July 11 at the Lyceum Theatre, following a sold out, twice extended world premiere run at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. BroadwayWorld was in attendance at the show's opening night celebration at The Eagle. Check out our exclusive photos here!
Rialto Chatter: Jonathan Groff To Lead Reading of New Bobby Darin Musical
It has been reported that newly-minted Tony Award-winner Jonathan Groff will lead a staged reading of a new Broadway-aimed musical about the life of singer Bobby Darin.
It has been reported that newly-minted Tony Award-winner Jonathan Groff will lead a staged reading of a new Broadway-aimed musical about the life of singer Bobby Darin.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Comes to Tulsa PAC in August
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is headed to Tulsa PAC in August. Performances run August 7-11, 2024.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical is headed to Tulsa PAC in August. Performances run August 7-11, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: July 1, 2024- Long-Running Hits Top the Week
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, July 1, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, July 1, 2024.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is Coming to Overture Center in July
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Madison at Overture Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Madison at Overture Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway Buying Guide: June 24, 2024- CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Pounces to the Top
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 24, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 24, 2024.
Aaron Tveit and Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome back original Broadway cast member and Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit, starring alongside platinum-selling singer, songwriter, and actress Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque as Christian and Satine, respectively, for a 12-week limited engagement.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome back original Broadway cast member and Tony Award-winner Aaron Tveit, starring alongside platinum-selling singer, songwriter, and actress Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque as Christian and Satine, respectively, for a 12-week limited engagement.
Broadway Buying Guide: June 17, 2024- Get Tickets to Tony-Winning Shows
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 17, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 17, 2024.
Tickets To Canadian Premiere Of MOULIN ROUGE! On Sale Next Week
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is making its Canadian Premiere in Toronto this November. Moulin Rouge! The Musical will play the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre beginning performances November 19, 2024 through January 12, 2025.
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is making its Canadian Premiere in Toronto this November. Moulin Rouge! The Musical will play the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre beginning performances November 19, 2024 through January 12, 2025.
Sam Hartley & David Grindrod to Lead Musical Theatre Intensive at Bridgetown Conservatory
Broadway actor Sam Hartley and choreographer David Grindrod will lead a five-day musical theatre intensive, 'A Taste of Broadway,' at Bridgetown Conservatory, focusing on triple-threat training for all ages.
Broadway actor Sam Hartley and choreographer David Grindrod will lead a five-day musical theatre intensive, 'A Taste of Broadway,' at Bridgetown Conservatory, focusing on triple-threat training for all ages.
MOULIN ROUGE! Comes To Lied Center for the Performing Arts In February 2025
The acclaimed musical MOULIN ROUGE! will be performing at the Lied Center in Lincoln. Don't miss this spectacular show featuring stunning performances and unforgettable music.
The acclaimed musical MOULIN ROUGE! will be performing at the Lied Center in Lincoln. Don't miss this spectacular show featuring stunning performances and unforgettable music.
Beetlejuice On The MainStage In One Week At Proctors
BEETLEJUICE hits the MainStage next week, bringing the spooky and hilarious Broadway hit to local audiences. Don't miss the chance to experience this fan-favorite musical live.
BEETLEJUICE hits the MainStage next week, bringing the spooky and hilarious Broadway hit to local audiences. Don't miss the chance to experience this fan-favorite musical live.
Broadway Buying Guide: June 10, 2024- Get Tickets to Incoming Shows
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 10, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 10, 2024.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Comes To Have Kansas City Premiere In July
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL will be in Kansas City from July 23 to August 4.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL will be in Kansas City from July 23 to August 4.
The Drama League 2023-24 Season Recap
This season's alumni have made remarkable contributions to the theatrical landscape with an impressive array of productions across various prestigious venues...
This season's alumni have made remarkable contributions to the theatrical landscape with an impressive array of productions across various prestigious venues...
Broadway Buying Guide: June 3, 2024- Ben Platt is Back
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 3, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, June 3, 2024.
Alex Timbers FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Alex Timbers written?
Alex Timbers has written 3 shows including A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant (Conceiver), Boozy (Conceiver), Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (Bookwriter).
What awards has Alex Timbers been nominated for?
Alex Timbers has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Direction of a Musical at the Drama League Awards for "Here Lies Love" and "Gutenberg! The Musical!", Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Moulin Rouge!", and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Moulin Rouge!". He has also received the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards, as well as nominations for Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Rocky" and "Here Lies Love", and at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Rocky" and "Here Lies Love". Additionally, Timbers has been recognized with awards such as Best Direction of a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards and the Tony Awards for "Peter and the Starcatcher", Directing at the Obie Awards for "Peter And The Starcatcher", Outstanding Musical at The Lortels for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson", Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson", Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson", and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson". He also received nominations for Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Gutenberg! The Musical!" and Special Citations at the Obie Awards for "A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant".
What awards has Alex Timbers won?
Alex Timbers has won several awards for his work in Broadway. These include Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Moulin Rouge!, Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Moulin Rouge!, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Director at The Lortels for Here Lies Love, Best Direction of a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Peter and the Starcatcher, Directing at the Obie Awards for Peter And The Starcatcher, Outstanding Musical at The Lortels for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, and Special Citations at the Obie Awards for A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant.
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