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Diane Paulus joins the show for a deep dive into her remarkably storied career, starting with the serendipitous discovery of her father’s history as a director for the Army Entertainment Corps in post-war Tokyo.
Diane Paulus
Diane Paulus is the Artistic Director of the A. R.
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BIO
Diane Paulus is the Artistic Director of the A.R.T., where her directing credits include: Prometheus Bound, Death and the Powers: The Robots' Opera (premiered in Monaco in September 2010), Johnny Baseball, Best of Both Worlds and The Donkey Show, a disco adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream, which ran for six years Off-Broadway.
Her recent theater credits include The Public Theater's revival of Hair on Broadway (2009 Tony Award winner for Best Revival of a Musical, nominated for eight Tony Awards including Best Director, as well as winner of a Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award and Drama League Award for Best Revival of a Musical). Other recent work includes Kiss Me, Kate (Glimmerglass Opera) and Lost Highway (ENO co-production with the Young Vic). Opera credits include Il Mondo Della Luna (Gotham Chamber Opera at the Hayden Planetarium), Don Giovanni, Le nozze di Figaro, Turn Of The Screw, Cosi fan tutte; and Il ritorno d'Ulisse in patria, L'incoronazione di Poppea and Orfeo at the Chicago Opera Theater. Diane is a Professor of the Practice of Theater at Harvard University.
Paulus was recently named one of the "50 Most Powerful Women in Boston" by Boston Magazine and received the 2011 Elliot Norton Award for Best Director for her work on Prometheus Bound, Johnny Baseball and Hair.
She is a recent recipient of an Honorary Doctorate from Boston Conservatory.
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Masquerade
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Jagged Little Pill
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Direction of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Jagged Little Pill
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Pippin
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Pippin
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Pippin
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Drama League Awards - 2012 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing
Diane Paulus
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Musical
Diane Paulus, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Hair
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Hair
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Direction of a Musical
Diane Paulus, Hair
Videos
Exclusive: Watch 'When You're In Love' and 'Sentimental Person' from the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Tour
by Sam Anctil - 2026-10-07 13:25:58
Video: Behind the Curtain of MASQUERADE, with Hugh Panaro & Francesca Mehrotra
by Nicole Rosky - 2026-01-21 13:58:07
Video: Hugh Panaro & Elizabeth Stanley Rehearse with the New York Pops
by Joey Mervis - 2025-10-23 16:39:01
News
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for 1972 World Premiere at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2026
Rehearsals are underway for A.R.T.'s world-premiere production of 1972, featuring music and lyrics by Chadwick Stokes, a book by Stokes and Jessie Nelson, created by Stokes, and direction by Nelson. See rehearsal photos!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2026
Rehearsals are underway for A.R.T.'s world-premiere production of 1972, featuring music and lyrics by Chadwick Stokes, a book by Stokes and Jessie Nelson, created by Stokes, and direction by Nelson. See rehearsal photos!
WAITRESS Casts Local 5-Year-Old Aliyah Thigpen in Austin Run
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026
The 10th anniversary tour of Sara Bareilles' Broadway musical will present WAITRESS at Bass Concert Hall with local child actor Aliyah Thigpen playing the role of Lulu.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026
The 10th anniversary tour of Sara Bareilles' Broadway musical will present WAITRESS at Bass Concert Hall with local child actor Aliyah Thigpen playing the role of Lulu.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 16, 2026- MEMOIRS OF AMOROUS GENTLEMEN Opens Off-Broadway and More
by - Oct 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
RHINOCEROS to Open in Roundabout's Broadway Season; THE FULL MONTY Postponed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2026
Rhinoceros by Eugène Ionesco and directed by Diane Paulus will join the 2026-2027 Roundabout Theatre Company season, starring Tatiana Maslany, Tony Shalhoub, and John Turturro.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2026
Rhinoceros by Eugène Ionesco and directed by Diane Paulus will join the 2026-2027 Roundabout Theatre Company season, starring Tatiana Maslany, Tony Shalhoub, and John Turturro.
WAITRESS 10th Anniversary Tour to Open Buddy Holly Hall Series
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2026
The 10th anniversary tour of WAITRESS, featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, will open the Broadway at the Buddy Holly Hall Series. The production is the first Broadway musical to feature four women in the four top creative team spots.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2026
The 10th anniversary tour of WAITRESS, featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, will open the Broadway at the Buddy Holly Hall Series. The production is the first Broadway musical to feature four women in the four top creative team spots.
Spotlight: WAITRESS at the Lutcher Theater
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 14, 2026
Waitress 10th Anniversary Tour
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 14, 2026
Waitress 10th Anniversary Tour
WAITRESS 10th Anniversary Tour Opens Chicago Run October 13-18
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2026
The 10th anniversary tour of WAITRESS, featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, opens at the James M. Nederlander Theatre in Chicago through October 18, with local performer Vera Grey cast as Lulu.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2026
The 10th anniversary tour of WAITRESS, featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, opens at the James M. Nederlander Theatre in Chicago through October 18, with local performer Vera Grey cast as Lulu.
Photo: MASQUERADE Unveils Special Photo of All Six Phantoms in Celebration of PHANTOM Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2026
In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera, you can now see a new commemorative photo bringing together all six performers who portray the 'Phantom' in the Off-Broadway production of Masquerade.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2026
In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera, you can now see a new commemorative photo bringing together all six performers who portray the 'Phantom' in the Off-Broadway production of Masquerade.
Exclusive: Watch 'When You're In Love' and 'Sentimental Person' from the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Tour
by Sam Anctil - Oct 7, 2026
Washington, D.C.'s National Theatre is currently home to the North American tour of Maybe Happy Ending, by Tony Award-winners Will Aronson and Hue Park directed by Tony Award-winner Michael Arden. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you two exclusive performances of 'When You're In Love', featuring Huynh and Kwon, and 'Sentimental Person', featuring González, performed at the beautiful Laurie Beechman Theatre. Watch in this video!
by Sam Anctil - Oct 7, 2026
Washington, D.C.'s National Theatre is currently home to the North American tour of Maybe Happy Ending, by Tony Award-winners Will Aronson and Hue Park directed by Tony Award-winner Michael Arden. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you two exclusive performances of 'When You're In Love', featuring Huynh and Kwon, and 'Sentimental Person', featuring González, performed at the beautiful Laurie Beechman Theatre. Watch in this video!
WAITRESS 10th Anniversary Tour to Play San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2026
Waitress, featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles will perform at San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre. The production tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and pie-maker navigating motherhood, friendship, and personal reinvention.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2026
Waitress, featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles will perform at San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre. The production tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and pie-maker navigating motherhood, friendship, and personal reinvention.
Travelogue: The Musings of a Regional Theater Critic’s Trip to New York - Volume 2
by James Lindhorst - Sep 30, 2026
Treks to New York for this self-proclaimed theater nerd always includes two things: Seeing as many shows as possible and daily visits to Schmackerys for their delicious cookies. Packing a four day weekend with seven shows doesn't allow a lot of time for dining, so grabbing a slice of pie or a hot dog from a street vendor become dining staples. Now that some producers have moved their matinees to Thursday, it makes seven shows possible: Matinee and evening performances on Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, with a single show on Friday evening. Planning is essential to know what shows have matinees on Thursday and what show are not dark on Sunday evenings.
by James Lindhorst - Sep 30, 2026
Treks to New York for this self-proclaimed theater nerd always includes two things: Seeing as many shows as possible and daily visits to Schmackerys for their delicious cookies. Packing a four day weekend with seven shows doesn't allow a lot of time for dining, so grabbing a slice of pie or a hot dog from a street vendor become dining staples. Now that some producers have moved their matinees to Thursday, it makes seven shows possible: Matinee and evening performances on Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, with a single show on Friday evening. Planning is essential to know what shows have matinees on Thursday and what show are not dark on Sunday evenings.
Video: Ramin Karimloo & Andrew Lloyd Webber Open THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 40th Anniversary Shanghai Season
by Joshua Wright - Sep 29, 2026
Ramin Karimloo helped launch The Phantom of the Opera's 40th Anniversary Shanghai Farewell Season with a heartfelt curtain speech, celebrating both the veterans and the newcomers who make up the production's company.
by Joshua Wright - Sep 29, 2026
Ramin Karimloo helped launch The Phantom of the Opera's 40th Anniversary Shanghai Farewell Season with a heartfelt curtain speech, celebrating both the veterans and the newcomers who make up the production's company.
Andrew Lloyd Webber Teases MASQUERADE May Be Headed to Shanghai
by Joshua Wright - Sep 29, 2026
Could the Phantom's masked ball be crossing the Pacific? Andrew Lloyd Webber is hinting that Masquerade, the immersive reimagining of The Phantom of the Opera that has been playing Off-Broadway since last fall, may soon find a second home in Shanghai.
by Joshua Wright - Sep 29, 2026
Could the Phantom's masked ball be crossing the Pacific? Andrew Lloyd Webber is hinting that Masquerade, the immersive reimagining of The Phantom of the Opera that has been playing Off-Broadway since last fall, may soon find a second home in Shanghai.
Photos: First Look at WAITRESS 10th Anniversary Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
You can now get a first look at new production photos of the Broadway musical Waitress! The tour will continue on to 40+ cities including Austin, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
You can now get a first look at new production photos of the Broadway musical Waitress! The tour will continue on to 40+ cities including Austin, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC.
Jeanna de Waal, Sara Al-Bazali and More Set for Upcoming 54 Below Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
54 Below will present performances featuring Broadway talent including cast members from Diana The Musical, Heathers, and Illinoise, alongside Tony Award nominees and performers from hit shows.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
54 Below will present performances featuring Broadway talent including cast members from Diana The Musical, Heathers, and Illinoise, alongside Tony Award nominees and performers from hit shows.
MASQUERADE to Host Second Annual Le Bal Macabre Halloween Event
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2026
MASQUERADE announced its second annual Le Bal Macabre, a Halloween celebration following the evening performance that will feature music, live performances, and spectacle across multiple floors of the venue.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2026
MASQUERADE announced its second annual Le Bal Macabre, a Halloween celebration following the evening performance that will feature music, live performances, and spectacle across multiple floors of the venue.
Review: HAIR at Musicalfare At SHEA’S 710 Theatre
by Michael Rabice - Sep 20, 2026
The psychadelic musical HAIR that put rock music onto the Broadway stage in 1968 may feel dated to some but that time capsule will always be fully recognizable. With such musical hits as “Let the Sun Shine In ” and “Aquarius,” the musical that shows hippies burning their green cards in New York’s Central Park in protest of the Vietnam War has found it’s was to the Shea’s 710 stage in a spectacular hippie-dippie production presented by Musicalfare
by Michael Rabice - Sep 20, 2026
The psychadelic musical HAIR that put rock music onto the Broadway stage in 1968 may feel dated to some but that time capsule will always be fully recognizable. With such musical hits as “Let the Sun Shine In ” and “Aquarius,” the musical that shows hippies burning their green cards in New York’s Central Park in protest of the Vietnam War has found it’s was to the Shea’s 710 stage in a spectacular hippie-dippie production presented by Musicalfare
WAITRESS 10th Anniversary Tour Will Come to The Bushnell
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026
The Broadway musical featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles will perform at Hartford's The Bushnell. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 25.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026
The Broadway musical featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles will perform at Hartford's The Bushnell. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 25.
WAITRESS to Open Broadway in Peoria Series' 2026-27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2026
The 10th anniversary tour of WAITRESS, featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, will launch the Broadway in Peoria Series at the Peoria Civic Center's Prairie Home Alliance Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2026
The 10th anniversary tour of WAITRESS, featuring music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, will launch the Broadway in Peoria Series at the Peoria Civic Center's Prairie Home Alliance Theater.
Nick Cartell, Joe Caskey, and More Join MASQUERADE Cast
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
Nick Cartell, Joe Caskey and other new cast members have joined MASQUERADE, the immersive take on Phantom of the Opera running at 218 West 57th Street in New York.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2026
Nick Cartell, Joe Caskey and other new cast members have joined MASQUERADE, the immersive take on Phantom of the Opera running at 218 West 57th Street in New York.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Diane Paulus written?
Diane Paulus has written 3 shows including The Donkey Show: A Midsummer Night's Disco (Creator), Eli's Comin' (Playwright), Swimming with Watermelons (Conceiver).
What awards has Diane Paulus been nominated for?
Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Masquerade, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jagged Little Pill, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Jagged Little Pill, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Pippin, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Pippin, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Pippin, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards), Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hair, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hair and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hair.
What awards has Diane Paulus won?
Diane Paulus has won the Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her work on Jagged Little Pill. Additionally, she received the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing from the Drama League Awards.
Podcasts
Episode 6: Diane Paulus. This week on Odd Woman Out, Tutz sits down with Broadway icon Diane Paulus — the director behind Waitress, Jagged Little Pill, Masquerade and more. Recorded at the Welcome to Times Square Studio, this convo is smart, candid, and refreshingly real.
Ep 222- The Stars of "N/A" Holland Taylor, Ana Villafane, Director Diane Paulus, & More!
Emmy Award® winner Holland Taylor (“The Practice,” “Two and a Half Men,” Ann) and Theatre World Award winner Ana Villafañe (On Your Feet) star as two congresswomen, generations apart.
Tony Winning Director, Diane Paulus reconnects with 2 time former Cast Member Eli Tokash (Host) to chat about the industry, how to become a director, being a woman in the creative industry, 1776, Waitress, Pippin, Finding Neverland, and more.
Diane Paulus is the Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director of the American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, and was selected for the 2014 TIME 100, TIME Magazine’s annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
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