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Gordon Edelstein

 

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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2017]
Producer
 
[Regional (US), 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2016]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1991]
Director

Gordon Edelstein Awards and Nominations

 
The Lortels - 2010 - Outstanding Director
Gordon Edelstein, The Glass Menagerie

Gordon Edelstein News

Photos: Broadway Women's Alliance Hosts Screening of 'Women Talking' Photo Photos: Broadway Women's Alliance Hosts Screening of 'Women Talking'
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 6, 2022

Broadway Women’s Alliance hosted a special Broadway community screening of the new film Women Talking on Monday, December 5 at 6:30 pm. 

Long Wharf Theater Plans Move From Long-Term Location to Get a Fresh Start Photo Long Wharf Theater Plans Move From Long-Term Location to Get a Fresh Start
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2022

This move will allow the company an opportunity to reach new audiences and reimagine its operations. These changes come after the theater has been undergoing significant changes following the firing of its executive director, Gordon Edelstein, due to sexual misconduct allegations.

Drama Critic and Playwright Terry Teachout Dies at Age 65 Photo Drama Critic and Playwright Terry Teachout Dies at Age 65
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2022

Terry Teachout, biographer, playwright, director, and drama critic for The Wall Street Journal, has passed away. He was 65 years old.

A Celebration Of E. Katherine Kerr Announced At Playwrights Horizons Photo A Celebration Of E. Katherine Kerr Announced At Playwrights Horizons
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2019

Friends, colleagues, and students of the highly regarded and much loved actor, teacher, writer, and director E. Katherine Kerr will gather on Monday, September 30, 2019, at 6:00 P.M. at Playwrights Horizons Peter Jay Sharp Theater to celebrate her life.

Gordon Edelstein Terminated as Artistic Director of Long Wharf Theatre After Sexual M Photo Gordon Edelstein Terminated as Artistic Director of Long Wharf Theatre After Sexual Misconduct Allegations
by Rebecca Russo - Jan 23, 2018

Long Wharf Theatre's Board of Trustees voted this evening to terminate Gordon Edelstein as the theatre's Artistic Director, effective immediately.

BWW Morning Brief January 23rd, 2018: 90th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS Nominees Are Announc Photo BWW Morning Brief January 23rd, 2018: 90th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS Nominees Are Announced Today, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2018

Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: The nominations for the 90th annual Academy Awards are announced today, and more!

Long Wharf Theatre Artistic Director Accused of Sexual Misconduct Photo Long Wharf Theatre Artistic Director Accused of Sexual Misconduct
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2018

The New York Times is reporting that Gordon Edelstein, artistic director of the Long Wharf Theater, has been placed on administrative leave after several former employees and collaborators of the company have come forward with claims of sexual misconduct.

BWW Reviews: Chaim Potok's THE CHOSEN in New Haven Photo BWW Reviews: Chaim Potok's THE CHOSEN in New Haven
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Dec 4, 2017

Masterful direction and superb performances make THE CHOSEN a must-see.

Ben Edelman and Max Wolkowitz to Star in THE CHOSEN at Long Wharf Theatre Photo Ben Edelman and Max Wolkowitz to Star in THE CHOSEN at Long Wharf Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2017

Long Wharf Theatre presents The Chosen, adapted by Aaron Posner and Chaim Potok from the novel by Potok, directed by Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein, from November 22 through December 17.

Yale Rep to Present Nambi E. Kelley's Stage Adaptation of NATIVE SON Photo Yale Rep to Present Nambi E. Kelley's Stage Adaptation of NATIVE SON
by BWW News Desk - Nov 24, 2017

Yale Repertory Theatre presents NATIVE SON, the critically acclaimed new play by Nambi E. Kelley adapted from the iconic American novel by Richard Wright, directed by Seret Scott, November 24 December 16 at Yale Repertory Theatre (1120 Chapel Street). Opening Night is Thursday, November 30.

Gordon Edelstein Videos

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from Long Wharf's THE SECOND MRS. WILSON Premiere
by Stage Tube - May 14, 2015

Long Wharf Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Joshua Borenstein, concludes its 50th anniversary season with the world premiere of The Second Mrs. Wilson by Joe DiPietro. The show runs now through May 31, 2015 on the Claire Tow Stage in the C. Newton Schenck III Mainstage. The press opening was last night, May 13. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

BWW TV: Chatting with the Company of SATCHMO AT THE WALDOLF on Opening Night
by BroadwayWorld TV - Mar 5, 2014

Following acclaimed, sold-out runs at Long Wharf Theatre and Shakespeare and Company, Terry Teachout's play Satchmo at the Waldorf, stars John Douglas Thompson. Directed by Gordon Edelstein, Satchmo at the Waldorf just opened last night at Off Broadway's Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street). BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to chat with the cast and you can check out what they had to say below!

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Douglas Sills, Paul Anthony Stewart & More in Long Wharf's RIDE THE TIGER
by Stage Tube - Apr 8, 2013

Political intrigue is the order of business in Long Wharf Theatre's production of Ride the Tiger, by William Mastrosimone, directed by Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein. The play is currently running through April 21, 2013 on The Claire Tow Stage in the C. Newton Schenck III Mainstage. Tickets are $40-$70. BroadwayWorld has a trailer of the production below!

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Long Wharf's RIDE THE TIGER Starring Douglas Sills, Paul Anthony Stewart & More
by Stage Tube - Mar 27, 2013

Political intrigue is the order of business in Long Wharf Theatre's production of Ride the Tiger, by William Mastrosimone, directed by Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein. The play will take place from tonight, March 27, 2013 through April 21, 2013 on The Claire Tow Stage in the C. Newton Schenck III Mainstage. Tickets are $40-$70. The press opening is Wednesday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m. Check out the promo video below!

BWW TV: Inside Roundabout's Starry Tribute to Rob Marshall; Alec Baldwin, Jeff Goldblum, Julie Andrews & More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Mar 24, 2012

On Monday, March 12th, 2012 Roundabout celebrated Rob Marshall with the 2012 Spring Gala: From Screen to Stage. Rob Marshall began his career with Roundabout working on celebrated musicals such as She Loves Me, Company, Little Me and the Tony Award®-winning Cabaret. When Hollywood beckoned, he directed and choreographed the biggest film musical in years, the Academy Award® winning Chicago, the summer blockbuster Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, and the star studded NINE among others. BroadwayWorld was inside the event to chat with the star-studded guests. Click below for the action!

BWW TV: THE ROAD TO MECCA Performance Highlights!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jan 12, 2012

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting Tony Award winner Rosemary Harris as 'Miss Helen,' Carla Gugino as 'Elsa Barlow' and Tony Award winner Jim Dale as 'Marius Byleveld' in the Broadway premiere production of Athol Fugard's play The Road To Mecca, directed by Gordon Edelstein. Production highlights have been released and appear below!

STAGE TUBE: Get a Preview of Roundabout's 2011-2012 Season!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Dec 14, 2011

Roundabout Theatre Company's 2011-2012 season features Terence Rattigan's Man and Boy, starring Frank Langella, directed by Maria Aitken; Stephen Karam's Sons of the Prophet, directed by Peter DuBois; Andrew Hinderaker's Suicide, Incorporated, directed by Jonathan Berry; Athol Fugard's The Road To Mecca starring RoseMary Harris, Carla Gugino & Jim Dale, directed by Gordon Edelstein and John Osborne's Look Back in Anger, directed by Sam Gold; Marc Camoletti's Don't Dress For Dinner adapted by Robin Hawdon, directed by John Tillinger; Mary Chase's Harvey starring Jim Parsons, Jessica Hecht & Charles Kimbrough, directed by Scott Ellis. Roundabout's Tony Award winning production of Anything Goes starring Sutton Foster & Joel Grey, directed & choreographed by Kathleen Marshall, is currently playing at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. Get a first look at the season below!

STAGE TUBE: Roundabout Reveals New Website Design!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Dec 8, 2011

Roundabout Theatre Company has just launched a brand new website design, and you can check out all of the new features by clicking below! Visit the improved site at: http://www.roundabouttheatre.org/

STAGE TUBE: Roundabout Theatre Company Announces New Play Initiative
by BroadwayWorld TV - Nov 14, 2011

Roundabout Theatre Company is a not-for-profit theatre dedicated to providing a nurturing artistic home for theatre artists at all stages of their careers where the widest possible audience can experience their work at affordable prices. Roundabout fulfills its mission each season through the revival of classic plays and musicals; development and production of new works by established playwrights and emerging writers; educational initiatives that enrich the lives of children and adults; and a subscription model and audience outreach programs that cultivate loyal audiences.

STAGE TUBE: RoseMary Harris, Todd Haimes, et al. on ROAD TO MECCA
by BroadwayWorld TV - Sep 16, 2011

Roundabout Theatre Company will featureTony Award winner RoseMary Harris as 'Miss Helen,' Carla Gugino as 'Elsa Barlow' and Tony Award winner Jim Dale as 'Marius Byleveld' in the Broadway premiere production of Athol Fugard's play The Road To Mecca, directed by Gordon Edelstein. Check out what the cast has to say anout the show below!


Gordon Edelstein Frequently Asked Questions

What awards has Gordon Edelstein been nominated for?
Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for The Glass Menagerie .