Ira Bernstein
Latest News on Ira Bernstein:
SHERRI Talk Show Gets Renewed (Apr 2, 2024)
Broadway Producer and Manager Ira Bernstein Passes Away at 94 (Feb 21, 2024)
SHERRI Renewed for Two Years Through the 2024-25 Season (Jan 11, 2023)
SHERRI Talk Show Gets Renewed (Apr 2, 2024)
Broadway Producer and Manager Ira Bernstein Passes Away at 94 (Feb 21, 2024)
SHERRI Renewed for Two Years Through the 2024-25 Season (Jan 11, 2023)
BIO
Bernstein produced or managed over 40 Broadway shows and tours, including Pippin and Chicago, two of his favorites. His other Broadway credits include Jackie Mason's The World According to Me!, Come Back to the 5 & Dime Jimmy Dean Jimmy Dean, Sophisticated Ladies, On the Twentieth Century, The Act, The Norman Conquests, 1776, Golden Rainbow, The Apple Tree, Wait Until Dark, Wildcat, The Tenth Man, Silk Stockings, The Boy Friend, Can-Can, and three original Frank Loesser productions: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Where's Charley?, and Guys and Dolls.
From 1984 until 1991, Ira managed the Shubert Theater in Los Angeles. Ira also served on the Tony Award nominating committee for two terms.
Ira earned a degree from the Pratt Institute and was an Industrial Designer at Oldsmobile before returning to his first love, show business, a business he learned about at the knee of his dad, Karl N. Bernstein. His father was a theatrical press agent for more than 50 years and one of the founders of ATPAM.
She passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 21, 2023.
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Musical
Ira Bernstein, On the Twentieth Century
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News
SHERRI Talk Show Gets Renewed
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024
Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury has announced the renewal of Sherri, hosted by actress, comedian and Daytime Emmy Award-winning co-host of The View Sherri Shepherd, for a third season in more than 95 percent of the U.S.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024
Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury has announced the renewal of Sherri, hosted by actress, comedian and Daytime Emmy Award-winning co-host of The View Sherri Shepherd, for a third season in more than 95 percent of the U.S.
Broadway Producer and Manager Ira Bernstein Passes Away at 94
by Sidney Paterra - Feb 21, 2024
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of Broadway producer Ira Bernstein, who passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 21, 2023 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was 94 years old.
by Sidney Paterra - Feb 21, 2024
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of Broadway producer Ira Bernstein, who passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 21, 2023 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was 94 years old.
SHERRI Renewed for Two Years Through the 2024-25 Season
by Michael Major - Jan 11, 2023
The cash-plus-barter freshman talk show hosted by actress, comedian and the Daytime Emmy Award®-winning co-host of The View, Sherri Shepherd, gains the long-term extension from its anchor station group based on its first-season success.
by Michael Major - Jan 11, 2023
The cash-plus-barter freshman talk show hosted by actress, comedian and the Daytime Emmy Award®-winning co-host of The View, Sherri Shepherd, gains the long-term extension from its anchor station group based on its first-season success.
Law&Crime Network Renews CAUGHT IN PROVIDENCE from Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury
by Michael Major - Jan 10, 2022
Appearing on the network since November 2020, the series brings viewers to Providence Municipal Court in Rhode Island, where social phenom, Chief Judge Frank Caprio, delivers everyday justice with heart and humor.
by Michael Major - Jan 10, 2022
Appearing on the network since November 2020, the series brings viewers to Providence Municipal Court in Rhode Island, where social phenom, Chief Judge Frank Caprio, delivers everyday justice with heart and humor.
CAUGHT IN PROVIDENCE Coming to Law&Crime Network
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 16, 2020
Law&Crime, the leading 24/7 true crime and live trial network, is adding the hit viral show, Caught in Providence, to its primetime programming lineup. Law&Crime will start airing episodes on Monday, November 16th.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 16, 2020
Law&Crime, the leading 24/7 true crime and live trial network, is adding the hit viral show, Caught in Providence, to its primetime programming lineup. Law&Crime will start airing episodes on Monday, November 16th.
NATPE Miami 2020 Relaunches Iris Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 7, 2019
Celebrating the rapid expansion of new program content, The National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) today announced that it will bring back the iconic IRIS Awards. The first honorees are Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury co-presidents Mort Marcus and Ira Bernstein receiving the Career Achievement Award; and Perry Sook, receiving the Lew Klein Leadership Award; and the weekly syndicated political show “Matter of Fact with Soledad O'Brien” receiving the Iris Award of Excellence. All of the honorees will be on hand to accept their awards. The presentation will take place during the annual Station Group Summit at NATPE Miami on January 22.
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 7, 2019
Celebrating the rapid expansion of new program content, The National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) today announced that it will bring back the iconic IRIS Awards. The first honorees are Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury co-presidents Mort Marcus and Ira Bernstein receiving the Career Achievement Award; and Perry Sook, receiving the Lew Klein Leadership Award; and the weekly syndicated political show “Matter of Fact with Soledad O'Brien” receiving the Iris Award of Excellence. All of the honorees will be on hand to accept their awards. The presentation will take place during the annual Station Group Summit at NATPE Miami on January 22.
CAUGHT IN PROVIDENCE Set to Return for Season Two
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 10, 2019
Caught in Providence has been cleared to return for a second season after being renewed in nearly 90% of the country on Fox Television Stations and others, according to Deadline. The a court show features social media phenom Judge Frank Caprio.
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 10, 2019
Caught in Providence has been cleared to return for a second season after being renewed in nearly 90% of the country on Fox Television Stations and others, according to Deadline. The a court show features social media phenom Judge Frank Caprio.
Bounce Acquires Repurpose Rights to 'The Wendy Williams Show' from Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury Starting 3/5
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 15, 2018
Bounce Acquires Repurpose Rights to 'The Wendy Williams Show' from Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury Starting 3/5
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 15, 2018
Bounce Acquires Repurpose Rights to 'The Wendy Williams Show' from Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury Starting 3/5
Craig Ferguson-Hosted CELEBRITY NAME GAME Cancelled After Three Seasons
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 2, 2016
Syndicated game show CELEBRITY NAME GAME , hosted by Craig Ferguson, will not return following its current third season.
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 2, 2016
Syndicated game show CELEBRITY NAME GAME , hosted by Craig Ferguson, will not return following its current third season.
Debmar-Mercury Extends Live Production of THE WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2015
Debmar-Mercury, a leading media company specializing in syndication, network, cable and ancillary markets, has extended live production of The Wendy Williams Show for the third consecutive summer.
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2015
Debmar-Mercury, a leading media company specializing in syndication, network, cable and ancillary markets, has extended live production of The Wendy Williams Show for the third consecutive summer.
Theatre Aspen Artistic Director Joins 2015-16 Tony Award Nominating Committee
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2015
?The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced the Nominating Committee for the 2015-2016 Broadway season, which includes Theatre Aspen's Executive Artistic Director Paige Price.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2015
?The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced the Nominating Committee for the 2015-2016 Broadway season, which includes Theatre Aspen's Executive Artistic Director Paige Price.
2015-16 Tony Awards Nominating Committee Announced; Find Out Who's New & Who's Returning!
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2015
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced today the Nominating Committee for the 2015-2016 Broadway season. The Tony Awards are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing.
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2015
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced today the Nominating Committee for the 2015-2016 Broadway season. The Tony Awards are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing.
FOX Acquires Comedy Central's Sketch Comedy TOSH.O; Show to Air Fall 2015
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 5, 2015
Debmar-Mercury and the FOX Television Stations today announced that FOX, which operates one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, has acquired Comedy Central's highly popular "Tosh.0" starting in fall 2015.
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 5, 2015
Debmar-Mercury and the FOX Television Stations today announced that FOX, which operates one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, has acquired Comedy Central's highly popular "Tosh.0" starting in fall 2015.
THE WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW Hits All-Time High in Household Rating
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2014
Debmar-Mercury's nationally syndicated The Wendy Williams Show set a household ratings record during the week ended Oct. 19, hitting a 1.8 for the first time ever and topping the previous high of 1.7 achieved during the week ended Feb. 9 this year.
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2014
Debmar-Mercury's nationally syndicated The Wendy Williams Show set a household ratings record during the week ended Oct. 19, hitting a 1.8 for the first time ever and topping the previous high of 1.7 achieved during the week ended Feb. 9 this year.
ROLEX Presents NEW YORK NEW YORK A HELLUVA TOWNCareer Transition For Dancers' 29th Anniversary Jubilee, 10/06
by Sally Henry Fuller - Oct 5, 2014
ROLEX Presents NEW YORK NEW YORK a helluva town Career Transition For Dancers' 29th Anniversary Jubilee at the Hilton New York Hotel 6th Ave (bet 54 & 55 Sts) on Monday, Oct. 6th.
by Sally Henry Fuller - Oct 5, 2014
ROLEX Presents NEW YORK NEW YORK a helluva town Career Transition For Dancers' 29th Anniversary Jubilee at the Hilton New York Hotel 6th Ave (bet 54 & 55 Sts) on Monday, Oct. 6th.
2014-15 Tony Awards Nominating Committee Announced! And the 50 Members Are...
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2014
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced today the Nominating Committee for the 2014-2015 Broadway season. The Tony Awards are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing.
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2014
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced today the Nominating Committee for the 2014-2015 Broadway season. The Tony Awards are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing.
Tribune Picks Up CELEBRITY NAME GAME with Craig Ferguson
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 15, 2013
Debmar-Mercury has sold 'Celebrity Name Game,' a nationally syndicated pop culture game show hosted by 'The Late, Late Show's' Craig Ferguson from co-producers FremantleMedia North America and Debmar-Mercury, to Tribune Broadcasting stations covering 40% of the U.S., including seven of the top-10 markets.
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 15, 2013
Debmar-Mercury has sold 'Celebrity Name Game,' a nationally syndicated pop culture game show hosted by 'The Late, Late Show's' Craig Ferguson from co-producers FremantleMedia North America and Debmar-Mercury, to Tribune Broadcasting stations covering 40% of the U.S., including seven of the top-10 markets.
Craig Ferguson to Host New Game Show CELEBRITY NAME GAME
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2013
FremantleMedia North America and Debmar-Mercury, Lionsgate's television distribution and syndication company, have joined forces to offer 'Celebrity Name Game.'
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2013
FremantleMedia North America and Debmar-Mercury, Lionsgate's television distribution and syndication company, have joined forces to offer 'Celebrity Name Game.'
VIDEO: Wendy Williams Takes on Simon Cowell & DWTS in New Season 5 Promo
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 16, 2013
Wendy's back with all new shows and couldn't wait to return to her Hot Topics chair! Find out Wendy's thoughts on Simon Cowell becoming a dad and what she thinks about the new “Dancing with the Stars” cast in the new promo below. Plus, Wendy tells us how she spent her summer singing on Broadway!
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 16, 2013
Wendy's back with all new shows and couldn't wait to return to her Hot Topics chair! Find out Wendy's thoughts on Simon Cowell becoming a dad and what she thinks about the new “Dancing with the Stars” cast in the new promo below. Plus, Wendy tells us how she spent her summer singing on Broadway!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Ira Bernstein been nominated for?
and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for On the Twentieth Century.
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