Harold Prince
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Date of Birth:
January 30, 1928
Date of Death:
July 31, 2019 (91)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Bio:
Harold S. Prince (b. New York City, NY, 30 January 1928), also known as “Hal” Prince, was a theater producer and director who made a significant contribution to Broadway musicals in America. In a career that spanned more than fifty years, Prince has received ten Drama Desk Awards as Outstanding ...
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Harold Prince joins Dunkin Donuts to celebrate 'National Donut Day' as well as unveiling their new Electronic Billboard in Times Square, New York on 6/1/2012
Harold Prince joins Dunkin Donuts to celebrate 'National Donut Day' as well as unveiling their new Electronic Billboard in Times Square, New York on 6/1/2012
Harold Prince joins Dunkin Donuts to celebrate 'National Donut Day' as well as unveiling their new Electronic Billboard in Times Square, New York on 6/1/2012
Harold Prince joins Dunkin Donuts to celebrate 'National Donut Day' as well as unveiling their new Electronic Billboard in Times Square, New York on 6/1/2012
William Ivey Long and Hal Prince attending the The 2013 American Theatre Wing's Annual Gala honoring Harold Prince at the Plaza Hotel in New York City on September 16, 2013
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Harold Prince Biography
Harold S. Prince (b. New York City, NY, 30 January 1928), also known as “Hal” Prince, was a theater producer and director who made a significant contribution to Broadway musicals in America. In a career that spanned more than fifty years, Prince has received ten Drama Desk Awards as Outstanding Director and 21 Tony Awards® for Best Direction, Best Producer, Best Musical, and Lifetime Achievement. In addition, Prince was the Kennedy Center Honoree in 1994 and the recipient of the National Medal of Arts in 2000.Prince received his education at University of Pennsylvania, where he enrolled in a liberal arts program and was actively involved in the student theater group, Penn Players. After graduating in 1948, he returned to New York and began working as an assistant stage manager to producer and director George Abbott. This experience led to co-production opportunities with Robert E. Griffith and Frederick Brisson, resulting in the first two musicals that won Tonys® for Prince – The Pajama Game (1954) and Damn Yankees (1955).
After several co-productions, including the classic West Side Story in 1957, Prince began to produce his own musicals. His Fiddler on the Roof (1964) enjoyed enormous success with a record-breaking run of over three thousand performances between 1964 and 1972. Meanwhile, Prince also took on the role of director. Many of the most popular musicals of the following decades were created under his direction, including Cabaret (1966), Sweeney Todd (1979), Evita (1979), and The Phantom of the Opera (1988).
Besides his achievements as a producer and director, Prince is also known for bringing innovation to the theatrical arts. In collaboration with Stephen Sondheim, he was a pioneer in the development of the “concept musical,” taking its departure from an idea or theme rather than from a traditional story. Their first project of this kind, Company (1970), was a solid success and paved the way for other innovative musicals.
Prince’s contribution to the arts extends beyond the musical theater: he has made a number of movie adaptations (Damn Yankees 1958, A Little Night Music 1977), and directed for television (Candide 1986). In addition, he has served as a trustee for the New York Public Library and on the National Council of the Arts of the National Education Association.
Harold Prince Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - The Harold Prince Award  |
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| Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Play | ||
| Harold Prince, LoveMusik | ||
| Tony Awards - 2006 - Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre |
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| Harold Prince | ||
| Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Direction of a Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Parade | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Director - Musical |
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| Harold PrinceShowboat | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Director - Musical |
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| Harold PrinceShowboat | ||
| Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1995 - Best Director - Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Show Boat | ||
| Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Show Boat | ||
| Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Director of a Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Kiss Of The Spider Woman | ||
| Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Direction of a Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Kiss of the Spider Woman | ||
| Helen Hayes Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production | ||
| Harold PrinceThe Phantom of the Opera | ||
| Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1992 - Best Director | ||
| Harold Prince - Grandchild of Kings | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Director - Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Phantom of the Opera | ||
| Helen Hayes Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production | ||
| Harold PrinceCabaret | ||
| Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince , The Phantom of the Opera | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1987 - Outstanding Director - Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Cabaret | ||
| Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Direction of a Musical | ||
| Harold Prince , Grind | ||
| Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Grind | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Director of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Evita | ||
| Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Costume Design |
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| Harold Prince, Evita | ||
| Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Evita | ||
| Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Sweeney Todd | ||
| Olivier Awards - 1978 - Director of the Year | ||
| Harold Prince, Evita | ||
| Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Direction of a Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, On the Twentieth Century | ||
| Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Side by Side by Sondheim | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Director - Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Pacific Overtures | ||
| Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Pacific Overtures | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1974 - Outstanding Director |
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| Harold Prince, The Visit | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1974 - Outstanding Director |
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| Harold Prince, Candide | ||
| Obie Awards - 1974 - Distinguished Direction |
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| Harold PrinceCandide | ||
| Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Candide | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Director |
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| Harold Prince, A Little Night Music | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Director |
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| Harold Prince, The Great God Brown | ||
| Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince, A Little Night Music | ||
| Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Musical |
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| Harold Prince, A Little Night Music | ||
| Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince , Follies | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Outstanding Director |
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| Harold Prince, Follies | ||
| Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Company | ||
| Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Company | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 1970 - Outstanding Director |
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| Harold Prince, Company | ||
| Tony Awards - 1969 - Best Direction of a Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, Zorba | ||
| Tony Awards - 1967 - Best Direction of a Musical |
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| Harold Prince, Cabaret | ||
| Tony Awards - 1965 - Producer (Musical) |
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| Harold Prince, Fiddler on the Roof | ||
| Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Direction of a Musical | ||
| Harold Prince, She Loves Me | ||
| Tony Awards - 1964 - Producer (Musical) | ||
| Harold Prince, She Loves Me | ||
| Tony Awards - 1963 - Producer (Musical) |
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| Harold Prince, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum | ||
Harold Prince News
Elizabeth Stanley, Tony Yazbeck, and J. Harrison Ghee Join Arts Ignite's Education Celebrationby Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2022
For one afternoon only, a cast of Broadway performers led by acclaimed conductor, music director, orchestrator, composer, arranger, and Arts Ignite Founder, Mary-Mitchell Campbell (The Prom, Mean Girls, Company) will gather for an arts education celebration called Our Stories, Our Songs on September 18, 2022 at 3:00pm at Ramscale Studio (463 West St, New York, NY).
VIDEO: Emily Skinner, Jason Danieley, Sierra Boggess and More Star In A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC At Barrington Stageby Stage Tube - Aug 15, 2022
Get a first look at Barrington Stage Company's new production of A Little Night Music, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. See photos from the production below!
Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Barrington Stage Companyby Marc Savitt - Aug 14, 2022
There are a few technical glitches that presented themselves to a keen eye, but virtually something for everyone to like. Overall, BSC’s production of ALITTLE NIGHT MUSIC represents another triumph for both Barrington Stage and the woman who has steered the company’s successful course for the past 27 years.
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music Shares Fall 2022 Schedule Of Performances And Public Eventsby A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2022
Audiences are invited to return to the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music's (CCM) concert halls and theaters to experience world-class performances and presentations by the next generation of performing and media artists!
A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC Waltzes Its Way On To The Union Avenue Opera Stageby Team BWW - Aug 12, 2022
Following a successful run of Verdi's Falstaff that critics hailed as 'musical perfection,' 'an effervescent treat,' 'delightful,' and 'not to be missed,' Union Avenue Opera is preparing for the final production of its 28th Festival Season featuring four performances of Stephen Sondheim's acclaimed A Little Night Music.
New York City Opera Presents MILESTONES OF AMERICAN OPERA At Wollman Rink In Central Parkby Team BWW - Aug 11, 2022
Enjoy an evening of great American operatic works by composers including Carlisle Floyd, Ricky Ian Gordon, Douglas Moore, Tobias Picker, Robert Ward, and Iain Bell. The concert will feature performances by extraordinary artists from the New York City Opera, including Tatev Baroyan, Lisa Chavez, Mark Delavan, Kristin Sampson, and Victor Starsky.
Photos: Emily Skinner, Jason Danieley, Sierra Boggess and More Star In A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC At Barrington Stageby A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2022
Barrington Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd presents its new production of A Little Night Music, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. See photos from the production!
Broadway Streaming Guide: August 2022 - Where to Watch 13: THE MUSICAL & More New Releases!by Michael Major - Aug 7, 2022
This August, Broadway fans will be kept busy with new movies, television shows, albums, and concerts to binge. From Netflix's new film adaptation of 13: the Musical to a new album from Funny Girl star Julie Benko, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!
Creative Team Announced for HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO World Premiere Starring Wilson Jermaine Heredia & Moreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2022
The creative team has been finalized and tickets are now on sale for the world premiere musical How to Dance in Ohio. The musical is scheduled as the 2022-23 season opener at Syracuse Stage this fall, and will run Sept. 21 – Oct. 9, 2022.
Luba Mason and Caesar Samayoa to Lead New York Premiere of Ellen Fitzhugh and Michael John LaChiusa's LOS OTROSby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 26, 2022
The New York premiere production of Los Otros, a musical in one act with book & lyrics by Tony Award nominee Ellen Fitzhugh (Grind, Paradise Found) and music by five-time Tony Award nominee Michael John LaChiusa (The Wild Party, Giant), will star Luba Mason and Caesar Samayoa.
Harold Prince Videos
VIDEO: Emily Skinner, Jason Danieley, Sierra Boggess and More Star In A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC At Barrington Stageby Stage Tube - Aug 15, 2022
Get a first look at Barrington Stage Company's new production of A Little Night Music, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. See photos from the production below!
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsal For The Muny's SWEENEY TODD Starring Ben Davis and Carmen Cusackby Stage Tube - Jul 15, 2022
Get a first look at the cast of The Muny's production of Stephen Sondheim's masterpiece Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, which runs July 16 - 22, 2022, in rehearsals.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Drury Lane's EVITAby BroadwayWorld TV - Feb 16, 2022
Get a first look at Drury Lane's production of Evita! This Tony Award-winning musical features lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and was originally directed by Harold Prince.
VIDEO: EVITA Director Marcia Milgrom Dodge Discusses Drury Lane Productionby Stage Tube - Feb 11, 2022
Watch as CBS 2 Chicago entertainment reporter Vince Gerasole talks with EVITA director Marcia Milgrom Dodge on her latest production, her recent work on Beauty & The Beast At Olney Theater Center and more.
VIDEO: Go Inside THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's Reopening Night on Broadway!by BroadwayWorld TV - Oct 26, 2021
The Phantom of the Opera is officially back and Broadway is Broadway again! Directed by the late theater legend Harold Prince, Phantom officially resumed performances on Friday night, October 22, at The Majestic Theatre) - the musical's New York home for all 33 record-breaking years. BroadwayWorld takes you inside the theatre...
VIDEO: Check Out New Footage of Killian Donnelly, Lucy St. Louis & More in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERAby BroadwayWorld TV - Oct 8, 2021
Ahead of the 35th Birthday of The Phantom of the Opera, new show footage has been released! THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA stars double Olivier Award nominee Killian Donnelly as ‘The Phantom’, Lucy St Louis as ‘Christine Daaé’ and Rhys Whitfield as ‘Raoul’.
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of PHANTOM Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICAby Michael Major - Oct 8, 2021
The cast of Phantom of the Opera performed a medley of the title-track and 'Masquerade' live in Times Square this morning on Good Morning America and we've got the video. Watch the current leads.
Broadway Rewind: Watch Scenes from PARADE, with Jeremy Jordan, Laura Benanti and More!by BroadwayWorld TV - Aug 18, 2020
Today we rewind to 2015, when Parade returned to the stage with Manhattan Concert Productions. The special concert event was directed by Gary Griffin and starred Jeremy Jordan, Laura Benanti, Joshua Henry, Katie Rose Clarke and Ramin Karimloo.
VIDEO: Get a Guided Tour of the Hal Prince Exhibit at the NY Public Library for the Performing Arts with Curator Doug Reside!by Stage Tube - Mar 16, 2020
In the free exhibition In The Company of Harold Prince: Broadway Producer, Director, Collaborator, The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts explores Prince's creative trajectory, and showcase the team of designers, stage managers, press agents, composers, and writers he assembled to create so many history-making shows. The exhibit was set to be on display through March 31, 2020, but while the museum is closed to the public due to COVID-19 precautions, curator Doug Reside revealed that the future of the exhibit is undecided. He wants to make sure that the incredible collection is seen, however, so he's giving a guided tour of the full experience below!
VIDEO: Michael Longoria Has Released Music Video For 'Kiss Me (Like They Do In The Movies)'by Stage Tube - Nov 6, 2019
Michael Longoria has released a sultry music video for 'Kiss Me (Like They Do In The Movies)', an original song written by Michael Longoria and arranged by James Dobinson. The music video is directed by Matt Simpkins and stars Longoria and Anthony Crouchelli. 'Kiss Me (Like They Do In The Movies)' is the first single from Longoria's new studio album, Michael Longoria: Like They Do In The Movies, available now at www.BroadwayRecords.com, www.Amazon.com, in stores and across digital platforms. Michael Longoria: Like They Do In The Movies was released by Broadway Records on October 11, 2019 and reached #5 on the iTunes Vocal Albums Chart.
