Eric Simonson
Latest News on Eric Simonson:
Milwaukee Rep Commissions New Play by Pulitzer Prize-Winner Ayad Akhtar (Mar 5, 2026)
Milwaukee Rep Unveils World Premieres And Commissions Expanding New Play Development Program (Jan 22, 2026)
Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals 2025 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup (Feb 13, 2025)
Milwaukee Rep Commissions New Play by Pulitzer Prize-Winner Ayad Akhtar (Mar 5, 2026)
Milwaukee Rep Unveils World Premieres And Commissions Expanding New Play Development Program (Jan 22, 2026)
Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals 2025 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup (Feb 13, 2025)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
1990
Car Salesman
Hooper Ranch Bookkeeper
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Hooper Ranch Bookkeeper
Connie Rivers (Understudy)
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Productions
Writing
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Direction of a Play
Eric Simonson , The Song of Jacob Zulu
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TV: BRONX BOMBERS Opening Night Red Carpet With Eric Simonson, Kate Baldwin, Dee Snider, Karen Ziemba and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2014-02-10 16:46:40
TV: Chatting with the Company of BRONX BOMBERS on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-02-08 08:00:01
TV: Highlights from Broadway's BRONX BOMBERS - Peter Scolari, Francois Battiste, John Wernke and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2014-01-29 18:20:54
TV: Batter Up! New Commercial for Broadway's BRONX BOMBERS Released
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-12-26 12:10:18
TV: Chatting with The Company of MAGIC/BIRD on Opening Night!
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-04-12 15:02:36
STAGE TUBE: Thomas Kail, Fran Kirmser and Tony Ponturo Talk MAGIC/BIRD
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-12-13 17:22:15
STAGE TUBE: LOMBARDI's Dan Lauria Tapes PSA for Colon Cancer Awareness
by Kelsey Denette - 2011-03-08 22:00:00
News
Milwaukee Rep Commissions New Play by Pulitzer Prize-Winner Ayad Akhtar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed a major new commission: Evicted, a stage adaptation by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright Ayad Akhtar and Maya Moverman.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed a major new commission: Evicted, a stage adaptation by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright Ayad Akhtar and Maya Moverman.
Milwaukee Rep Unveils World Premieres And Commissions Expanding New Play Development Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals 2025 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the lineup for the 2025 Ted Snowdon Reading Series. Performances include How to Draw a Triangle By Jake Brasch, directed by Colm Summers and more. Learn more about the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the lineup for the 2025 Ted Snowdon Reading Series. Performances include How to Draw a Triangle By Jake Brasch, directed by Colm Summers and more. Learn more about the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton Join MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2024
Join actors J. Smith-Cameron and Joe Morton as they narrate MasterVoices' performance of THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall on April 17. Don't miss this unique theatrical experience.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2024
Join actors J. Smith-Cameron and Joe Morton as they narrate MasterVoices' performance of THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall on April 17. Don't miss this unique theatrical experience.
Playwrights' Arena Honors Denise Blasor, Gregg Daniel, And C. Raul Espinoza At Annual Brunch Gala At LA LGBT Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2024
Join Playwrights' Arena for their Annual Gala on April 28, 2024. Celebrate the art of playwriting and support the development of new plays in this festive event.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2024
Join Playwrights' Arena for their Annual Gala on April 28, 2024. Celebrate the art of playwriting and support the development of new plays in this festive event.
Nathan Gunn, Bryonha Marie & More to Star in THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2024
MasterVoices will close its 2023-24 season on April 17 at Carnegie Hall with a revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath by composer Ricky Ian Gordon and librettist Michael Korie based on the epic novel of the same name by Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2024
MasterVoices will close its 2023-24 season on April 17 at Carnegie Hall with a revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath by composer Ricky Ian Gordon and librettist Michael Korie based on the epic novel of the same name by Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck.
Manhattan Theatre Club Announces Lineup For 2024 Ted Snowdon Reading Series
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced the lineup for the 2024 Ted Snowdon Reading Series.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced the lineup for the 2024 Ted Snowdon Reading Series.
Westport Country Playhouse Kicks Off 2024 Script In Hand Playreading Series With Tale Of Sports Legend LOMBARDI
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2024
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “Lombardi,” a Broadway hit about the legendary football coach Vince Lombardi and his family, on and off the playing field, on Monday, February 5, at 7 p.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2024
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “Lombardi,” a Broadway hit about the legendary football coach Vince Lombardi and his family, on and off the playing field, on Monday, February 5, at 7 p.m.
Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals New Sloan Playwrighting Commissions & Evening of Excerpts at the American Museum of Natural History
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023
The latest recipients have been announced for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023
The latest recipients have been announced for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.
Review: World Premiere True Crime Musical RUN BAMBI RUN Rocks the MILWAUKEE REP
by Kelsey Lawler - Sep 25, 2023
True crime connoisseurs, lovers of local lore, fans of the Violent Femmes: the Milwaukee Rep has a world premiere rock musical with your name written all over it.
by Kelsey Lawler - Sep 25, 2023
True crime connoisseurs, lovers of local lore, fans of the Violent Femmes: the Milwaukee Rep has a world premiere rock musical with your name written all over it.
Feature: A SHINING East Coast Premiere in Atlanta for Moravec and Campbell's Operatic Re-Telling of the Stephen King Novel
by Richard Sasanow - Sep 14, 2023
Nearly a decade ago, when composer Paul Moravec and librettist Mark Campbell started work on an operatic version of Stephen King’s novel “The Shining” for the Minnesota Opera they were dealing with one of the most popular psychological thrillers of the 20th century—as well as one of the scarier movies of the ‘70s. It's having its East Coast premiere at Atlanta Opera, co-presented by the Alliance Theatre.
by Richard Sasanow - Sep 14, 2023
Nearly a decade ago, when composer Paul Moravec and librettist Mark Campbell started work on an operatic version of Stephen King’s novel “The Shining” for the Minnesota Opera they were dealing with one of the most popular psychological thrillers of the 20th century—as well as one of the scarier movies of the ‘70s. It's having its East Coast premiere at Atlanta Opera, co-presented by the Alliance Theatre.
World Premiere Musical RUN BAMBI RUN to be Presented at Milwaukee Rep in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2023
Join Milwaukee Rep for the exclusive world premiere of 'RUN BAMBI RUN.' Get ready to be captivated by this brand new musical that is sure to leave you in awe.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2023
Join Milwaukee Rep for the exclusive world premiere of 'RUN BAMBI RUN.' Get ready to be captivated by this brand new musical that is sure to leave you in awe.
Cast Set for RUN BAMBI RUN World Premiere Musical at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2023
Get the latest updates on the world premiere musical 'RUN BAMBI RUN' at Milwaukee Rep. Discover the talented cast members and find out how to secure your tickets for opening night. Don't miss this exciting new production!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2023
Get the latest updates on the world premiere musical 'RUN BAMBI RUN' at Milwaukee Rep. Discover the talented cast members and find out how to secure your tickets for opening night. Don't miss this exciting new production!
Save 25% to RUN BAMBI RUN World Premiere at Milwaukee Rep on One Day Sale This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will hold a One Day Sale on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 for the World Premiere musical Run Bambi Run.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will hold a One Day Sale on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 for the World Premiere musical Run Bambi Run.
Sondheim & Shevelove's THE FROGS & More to be Featured in MasterVoices' 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023
MasterVoices has announced details of the celebrated chorus’ 82nd season, celebrating the power of the human voice to unite, inspire and connect since 1941.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023
MasterVoices has announced details of the celebrated chorus’ 82nd season, celebrating the power of the human voice to unite, inspire and connect since 1941.
Portland Opera Presents Dvořák's RUSALKA For The First Time
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2023
Portland Opera continues the 2022/23 season with Antonín Dvořák's Rusalka, performing this piece for the first time in the company's history. With haunting melodies and spellbinding visuals, Rusalka is a story that speaks to the timeless themes of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2023
Portland Opera continues the 2022/23 season with Antonín Dvořák's Rusalka, performing this piece for the first time in the company's history. With haunting melodies and spellbinding visuals, Rusalka is a story that speaks to the timeless themes of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery.
GLENSHEEN Returns To History Theatre For Limited Run In July!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2023
History Theatre has announced that Glensheen will return for performances beginning July 8, 2023.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2023
History Theatre has announced that Glensheen will return for performances beginning July 8, 2023.
Milwaukee Rep Announces 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2023
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has announced its 70th Anniversary Season with 12 production across three unique venues in the Associated Bank Theater Center and the Historic Pabst Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2023
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has announced its 70th Anniversary Season with 12 production across three unique venues in the Associated Bank Theater Center and the Historic Pabst Theater.
MTC's 2023 Ted Snowdon Reading Series to Feature Work by Lloyd Suh, Else Went & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2023
Manhattan Theatre Clubhas announced the lineup for the 2023 Ted Snowdon Reading Series.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2023
Manhattan Theatre Clubhas announced the lineup for the 2023 Ted Snowdon Reading Series.
Cast Announced For FAMILY HOLIDAY At Three Brothers Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2022
Three Brothers Theatre has announced the cast of Family Holiday by resident playwright DC Cathro (Reason For Return, The Book of Merman). The upcoming production will open Friday, December 2nd and run Fridays & Saturdays through December 17th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2022
Three Brothers Theatre has announced the cast of Family Holiday by resident playwright DC Cathro (Reason For Return, The Book of Merman). The upcoming production will open Friday, December 2nd and run Fridays & Saturdays through December 17th.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Eric Simonson been in?
Eric Simonson has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Eric Simonson been in?
Eric Simonson has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Eric Simonson been nominated for?
and Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Song of Jacob Zulu.
How many shows has Eric Simonson written?
Eric Simonson has written 3 shows including Lombardi (Playwright), Magic/Bird (Playwright), Bronx Bombers (Playwright).
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