Bartlett Sher
Latest News on Bartlett Sher:
KISS ME, KATE at Barbican Centre Plays Final Performance Today (Sep 14, 2024)
Cast Set for THE BLOOD QUILT By Katori Hall at Lincoln Center Theater (Sep 12, 2024)
Denzel Washington Reveals Next August Wilson Adaptation (Sep 11, 2024)
KISS ME, KATE at Barbican Centre Plays Final Performance Today (Sep 14, 2024)
Cast Set for THE BLOOD QUILT By Katori Hall at Lincoln Center Theater (Sep 12, 2024)
Denzel Washington Reveals Next August Wilson Adaptation (Sep 11, 2024)
BIO
Bartlett Sher is the Resident Director of Lincoln Center Theater, where his productions include Lerner & Loewe's My Fair Lady, J.T. Rogers' Oslo (Tony nomination), Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I (Tony nomination), Golden Boy (Tony nomination), Blood & Gifts, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, Joe Turner's Come and Gone (Tony nomination), South Pacific (Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle awards), Awake and Sing! (Tony nomination), and The Light in the Piazza (Tony nomination).
He directed the recent Broadway productions of Fiddler on the Roof and The Bridges of Madison County (also Williamstown Theatre Festival), as well as New York productions of Prayer for My Enemy and The Butterfly Collection (Playwrights Horizons); Cymbeline (Callaway Award, co-produced with the RSC); Waste (Best Play Obie Award); and Don Juan and Pericles (Theatre for a New Audience).
While Artistic Director of Seattle's Intiman Theatre from 2000-2009, he directed 20 productions including works by Shakespeare, Chekhov, Ibsen, Shaw, Wilder, Goldoni, and Kushner, among others.
His work in the opera world include Romeo et Juliet, Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Les Contes d'Hoffmann, Le Comte Ory, L'Elisir d'Amore, Two Boys, Otello (Metropolitan Opera); Faust (Baden Baden); Romeo et Juliette (Salzburg Festival and La Scala); Mourning Becomes Electra (Seattle Opera and New York City Opera), Two Boys (ENO).
He currently serves on the board of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers.
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Book Writer Aaron Sorkin, Fergie Philippe, Dakin Matthews, Anthony Michael Lopez, Phillipa Soo, Danny Wolohan, Monte Greene Jordan Danica, Camden McKinnon, Andrew Burnap, Taylor Trensch, Marilee Talkington and Director Bartlett Sher
Date:
02/25/2023
From: Photos: In Rehearsal with Andrew Burnap, Phillipa Soo, Jordan Donica, and the Cast of CAMELOT!
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, Camelot
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, Intimate Apparel
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Bartlett Sher, To Kill a Mockingbird
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Direction of a Play
Bartlett Sher, To Kill a Mockingbird
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, My Fair Lady
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, My Fair Lady
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Direction of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, My Fair Lady
winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Ensemble
Bartlett SherOslo
winner
The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Director
Bartlett Sher, Oslo
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Direction of a Play
Bartlett Sher, Oslo
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, Fiddler on the Roof
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Direction of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, The King and I
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, The Bridges of Madison County
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Play
Bartlett Sher, Golden Boy
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Bartlett Sher, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Direction of a Play
Bartlett Sher, Joe Turner's Come and Gone
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, South Pacific
winner
Drama League Awards - 2008 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing
Bartlett Sher
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Bartlett Sher , South Pacific
winner
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Direction of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Bartlett Sher, Awake and Sing !
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Direction of a Play
Bartlett Sher, Awake and Sing!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, The Light in the Piazza
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Direction of a Musical
Bartlett Sher, The Light in the Piazza
The Lortels - 2002 - Outstanding Director
Bartlett Sher, Cymbeline
Videos
Video: See Stephanie J. Block as Lilli Vanessi in a Photoshoot for KISS ME, KATE at Barbican Centre
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 6, 2024
Video: Watch Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar in New KISS ME, KATE Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 16, 2024
Video: Watch Footage from The Metropolitan Opera's ROMEO ET JULIETTE
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 10, 2024
VIDEO: Watch Yaegel T. Welch & Melanie Moore Talk TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD on CBS News Bay Area
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 17, 2023
Video: Richard Thomas Is Bringing TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD to a City Near You
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Sep 23, 2023
VIDEO: Richard Thomas Talks Playing Atticus Finch in HARPER LEE'S TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 23, 2023
Video: How Jordan Donica Prepped to Be Broadway's Knight in Shining Armor
by Richard Ridge - Jun 7, 2023
Exclusive: Danny Burstein, Zoë Wanamaker & Nathan Lane on Turning Pictures Into Theatre
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 3, 2023
Video: Nathan Lane Looks Back on His Broadway Career, Robin Williams Friendship & More on TODAY
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2023
News
KISS ME, KATE at Barbican Centre Plays Final Performance Today
Kiss Me, Kate at the Barbican Centre, starring Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar, plays its final performance today, Saturday, 14 September.
Kiss Me, Kate at the Barbican Centre, starring Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar, plays its final performance today, Saturday, 14 September.
Cast Set for THE BLOOD QUILT By Katori Hall at Lincoln Center Theater
Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of THE BLOOD QUILT, by Katori Hall, directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz. See who is starring and learn more about the production.
Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of THE BLOOD QUILT, by Katori Hall, directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz. See who is starring and learn more about the production.
Denzel Washington Reveals Next August Wilson Adaptation
In a new interview, producers Denzel Washington and Todd Black shed some light on their ambitions to adapt the whole of Wilson's American Century Cycle. With three already under their belts, they revealed the next play making the jump from stage to screen.
In a new interview, producers Denzel Washington and Todd Black shed some light on their ambitions to adapt the whole of Wilson's American Century Cycle. With three already under their belts, they revealed the next play making the jump from stage to screen.
Lincoln Center Theater Names Lear deBessonet as Artistic Director
Lear deBessonet has been named Lincoln Center Theater's new Artistic Director. Learn more!
Lear deBessonet has been named Lincoln Center Theater's new Artistic Director. Learn more!
Meet the Cast of MCNEAL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
McNEAL begins previews on Broadway tonight, Thursday, September 5. The Lincoln Center Theater production play officially opens on Monday, September 30 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, marking the first play of LCT’s historic 40th Anniversary season. Meet the cast of McNEAL here!
McNEAL begins previews on Broadway tonight, Thursday, September 5. The Lincoln Center Theater production play officially opens on Monday, September 30 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, marking the first play of LCT’s historic 40th Anniversary season. Meet the cast of McNEAL here!
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Photos: Robert Downey Jr. & More From MCNEAL Meet the Press
On Friday, August 23 the cast and creatives of Lincoln Center Theater’s McNEAL met the press before starting tech rehearsal for the play. See photos and learn more about the show!
On Friday, August 23 the cast and creatives of Lincoln Center Theater’s McNEAL met the press before starting tech rehearsal for the play. See photos and learn more about the show!
KISS ME, KATE Starring Stephanie J. Block Will Be Released in UK Cinemas
Kiss Me, Kate at London's Barbican Centre will receive a cinema release! Fans of the show can sign up for an email list to be notified when more information has been announced.
Kiss Me, Kate at London's Barbican Centre will receive a cinema release! Fans of the show can sign up for an email list to be notified when more information has been announced.
Dance Narrative WHEN WE TOUCH To Be Presented This Weekend In Bryant Park
Reed Luplau and Jacob Yates announced their new dance musical WHEN WE TOUCH, featuring music and lyrics by recording artist LP. The production promises a fresh blend of dance and music.
Reed Luplau and Jacob Yates announced their new dance musical WHEN WE TOUCH, featuring music and lyrics by recording artist LP. The production promises a fresh blend of dance and music.
Video: The MCNEAL Company Gets Ready for Broadway
Broadway is no joke, but Robert Downey Jr., who makes his debut this season in Lincoln Center Theater's McNeal, is up for the challenge. Watch in this video as the entire company meets the press and explains more about what the play is all about.
Broadway is no joke, but Robert Downey Jr., who makes his debut this season in Lincoln Center Theater's McNeal, is up for the challenge. Watch in this video as the entire company meets the press and explains more about what the play is all about.
Meet the Masterminds Behind MCNEAL
Almost 20 years after making his Lincoln Center Theater (and Broadway) debut with The Light in the Piazza, Bartlett Sher is back this season alongside another heavy-hitter of the theatre world, Pulitzer Prize winner Ayad Akhtar. The play is McNeal and previews are already underway at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre.
Almost 20 years after making his Lincoln Center Theater (and Broadway) debut with The Light in the Piazza, Bartlett Sher is back this season alongside another heavy-hitter of the theatre world, Pulitzer Prize winner Ayad Akhtar. The play is McNeal and previews are already underway at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre.
LES CONTES D'HOFFMANN to Return to the Met Opera Starring Tenor Benjamin Bernheim
Offenbach’s final masterpiece, LES CONTES D’HOFFMANN, will return to the Met Opera with tenor Benjamin Bernheim in the title role. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Offenbach’s final masterpiece, LES CONTES D’HOFFMANN, will return to the Met Opera with tenor Benjamin Bernheim in the title role. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Robert Downey, Jr., Sarah Paulson, and More Visit OH, MARY!
The new Broadway play Oh, Mary! has recently been visited by several celebrity guests, among them including Robert Downey, Jr., Melissa McCarthy, Sarah Paulson, Amy Adams, and more. Check out photos from backstage here!
The new Broadway play Oh, Mary! has recently been visited by several celebrity guests, among them including Robert Downey, Jr., Melissa McCarthy, Sarah Paulson, Amy Adams, and more. Check out photos from backstage here!
Video: McNEAL, Starring Robert Downey, Jr., Begins Rehearsals
On Thursday, August 1 the cast and creative team for McNEAL gathered for the first day of rehearsals. McNEAL is a new play by Ayad Aktar, directed by Bartlett Sher. See footage in the video here!
On Thursday, August 1 the cast and creative team for McNEAL gathered for the first day of rehearsals. McNEAL is a new play by Ayad Aktar, directed by Bartlett Sher. See footage in the video here!
Video: Stephanie J. Block Sings 'So In Love' from KISS ME, KATE
Watch Stephanie J. Block sing 'So In Love' from Kiss Me, Kate, running at the Barbican Centre through 14 Sep 2024.
Watch Stephanie J. Block sing 'So In Love' from Kiss Me, Kate, running at the Barbican Centre through 14 Sep 2024.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 5, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 5, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 5, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Photos: The Cast of MCNEAL Assembles for the First Day of Rehearsals
On Thursday, August 1 the cast and creative team for McNEAL gathered for the first day of rehearsals. McNEAL is a new play by Ayad Aktar, directed by Bartlett Sher. See photos from inside the rehearsal room.
On Thursday, August 1 the cast and creative team for McNEAL gathered for the first day of rehearsals. McNEAL is a new play by Ayad Aktar, directed by Bartlett Sher. See photos from inside the rehearsal room.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 30, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Melora Hardin, Brittany Bellizeare Join Robert Downey Jr. in MCNEAL
Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the complete cast for its production of McNEAL, a new play by Ayad Akhtar, directed by Bartlett Sher, and starring Robert Downey Jr. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Lincoln Center Theater has revealed the complete cast for its production of McNEAL, a new play by Ayad Akhtar, directed by Bartlett Sher, and starring Robert Downey Jr. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Spotlight: KISS ME, KATE, at Barbican Centre
Save big on Kiss Me, Kate, this summer’s five-star Barbican blockbuster.
Save big on Kiss Me, Kate, this summer’s five-star Barbican blockbuster.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Bartlett Sher been nominated for?
Bartlett Sher has received numerous nominations for his outstanding work in theater. He was nominated for Outstanding Direction of a Musical at the Drama League Awards for Camelot. At the Drama Desk Awards, he earned nominations for Outstanding Director of a Musical for Intimate Apparel and My Fair Lady, as well as Outstanding Director of a Musical for Fiddler on the Roof. He was also nominated for Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for My Fair Lady and South Pacific, and for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for My Fair Lady, The King and I, and Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific. Sher's work in plays has garnered him nominations as well, including Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for To Kill a Mockingbird, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, and Awake and Sing! He received nominations for Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for To Kill a Mockingbird, Oslo, Golden Boy, and Joe Turner's Come and Gone. Additionally, he was nominated for Ensemble at the Obie Awards for Oslo and Outstanding Director at The Lortels for Oslo and Cymbeline. He also received the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing from the Drama League Awards. Lastly, he was nominated for Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for The Bridges of Madison County and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Light in the Piazza, along with a Tony Award nomination for Best Direction of a Musical for The Light in the Piazza.
What awards has Bartlett Sher won?
Bartlett Sher has received several prestigious awards, including: - Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for My Fair Lady - Ensemble (Obie Awards) for Oslo - Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Oslo - Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Fiddler on the Roof - Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for South Pacific - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards) - Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for South Pacific - Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific.
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