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BIO

Ira and Tom Hulce first partnered in 2005 to develop and produce the musical Spring Awakening (Atlantic Theater Company, Broadway), which won eight 2007 Tony Awards including Best Musical. Next was Green Day's American Idiot (Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Broadway), which won two 2011 Tony Awards and toured North America/UK for three years. They also produced the Broadway revival of On A Clear Day You Can See Forever starring Harry Connick Jr. and have supported the development of a number of new musicals including 10 Million Miles (Atlantic Theater) and The Fortress Of Solitude (Dallas Theater Center, The Public).

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Productions

The Who's TommyThe Who's Tommy
 
[US Tour, 2026]
Producer
Real Women Have CurvesReal Women Have Curves
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Producer
The Who's TommyThe Who's Tommy
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Producer
Ain't Too ProudAin't Too Proud
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Producer
Significant OtherSignificant Other
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Producer
The Gin GameThe Gin Game
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Producer
On A Clear Day You Can See ForeverOn A Clear Day You Can See Forever
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Producer
American IdiotAmerican Idiot
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Producer
Broadway BoundBroadway Bound
 
[Broadway, 2009] Cancelled
Producer
Brighton Beach MemoirsBrighton Beach Memoirs
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Producer
Spring AwakeningSpring Awakening
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Producer
Spring Awakening
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Producer
The Odd CoupleThe Odd Couple
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Producer
Border/Clash
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Producer
MARK-TWAIN-TONIGHTMARK-TWAIN-TONIGHT
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Producer
Our Lady of 121st Street
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Producer
La BohémeLa Bohéme
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Producer
My Old Lady
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Associate Producer
Private Lives
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Producer
Topdog / Underdog
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Producer
45 Seconds From Broadway
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Producer
Stones in His Pockets
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Producer
The Dinner Party
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Producer
The Iceman Cometh
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Producer
Love's Fire: Fresh Numbers by Seven American Playwrights
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Associate Producer

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Musical

Ira Pittelman, American Idiot


winner
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Musical

Ira Pittelman, Spring Awakening

The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Play

Ira Pittelman, Our Lady of 121st Street

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Revival of a Musical

Ira Pittelman, La Bohème

Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Play

Ira Pittelman, Topdog/Underdog


winner
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Revival of a Play

Ira Pittelman, Private Lives

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Revival of a Play

Ira Pittelman, The Iceman Cometh

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JUST IN TIME Will Launch North American Tour in 2027 Photo
JUST IN TIME Will Launch North American Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025

Just In Time, the 2025 Tony and Grammy Award nominated new musical about the great American entertainer Bobby Darin, will launch a North American Tour in June 2027. Learn more here!
WRITE OUT LOUD and More Set for 54 Below Lineup Next Week Photo
WRITE OUT LOUD and More Set for 54 Below Lineup Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including WRITE OUT LOUD, FEAT. TAYLOR IMAN JONES, JULIA KNITEL, plus more. See the full lineup here!
TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup Photo
TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paloma Diamond, Chester Gregory, and many more! See the full lineup here.
AMERICAN IDIOT: A 21ST CENTURY ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION is Coming to 54 Below Photo
AMERICAN IDIOT: A 21ST CENTURY ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION is Coming to 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2025

Broadway's beating punk heart will come alive again at 54 Below, as a stacked lineup of stage rebels and Green Day disciples take the mic for American Idiot: A 21st Anniversary Celebration. Learn how to purchase tickets.
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES Will Host CD Signing Event at the Drama Book Shop Photo
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES Will Host CD Signing Event at the Drama Book Shop
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical will host a CD signing event for their Original Broadway Cast Recording at The Drama Book Shop this month. Learn more here!
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES' Aline Mayagoitia Takes Over Our Instagram Today Photo
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES' Aline Mayagoitia Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - Jun 21, 2025

Real Women Have Curves star Aline Mayagoitia is taking over our Instagram! Follow along as she takes you inside a two show day at the beloved Broadway musical. Tune in to learn more about Real Women Have Curves before it plays its final performance.
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES Will Close On Broadway This Month Photo
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES Will Close On Broadway This Month
by Joshua Wright - Jun 17, 2025

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical will play its final Broadway performance on June 29, 2025, following 31 previews and 73 regular performances.
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Cast Recoding Out on CD Now Photo
MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Cast Recoding Out on CD Now
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025

Maybe Happy Ending: Original Broadway Cast Recording is available on CD now! The album was released in streaming and digital formats earlier this season. Learn more here!
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List Photo
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Will Host Talkback With Joy Huerta and Gloria Est Photo
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Will Host Talkback With Joy Huerta and Gloria Estefan
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2025

Gloria Estefan and Joy Huerta (of the band Jesse & Joy), will host a special talk-back following the evening performance of Real Women Have Curves. Learn more about the event here!
Photos: REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES Begins Rehearsal Ahead of Broadway Run Photo
Photos: REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES Begins Rehearsal Ahead of Broadway Run
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025

This week, the Real Women Have Curves cast and creative team kicked off rehearsals. Real Women Have Curves is set to begin performances on April 1 at the James Earl Jones Theatre, ahead of an opening night on April 27. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Justina Machado and Tatianna Córdoba Will Lead REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES Photo
Justina Machado and Tatianna Córdoba Will Lead REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical has announced casting for two of their leading ladies. Learn more about Justina Machado and Tatianna Córdoba and find out how to get tickets here to the new Broadway musical!
Video: Joy Huerta Performs 'Flying Away' From REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Photo
Video: Joy Huerta Performs 'Flying Away' From REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical has released a special acoustic performance video of the song “Flying Away,” from the new musical, performed by Grammy Award-winning artist Joy Huerta.
Video: Watch an Acoustic Performance of 'If I Were A Bird' From REAL WOMEN HAVE CUR Photo
Video: Watch an Acoustic Performance of 'If I Were A Bird' From REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical has released a special acoustic video of “If I Were A Bird,” performed by Aline Mayagoitia and Grammy Award-winning artist Joy Huerta, accompanied by Nadia DiGiallonardo, Rich Mercurio, and Yair Evnine.
Tickets on Sale For REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL; Listen to Songs From the Sho Photo
Tickets on Sale For REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL; Listen to Songs From the Show!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2024

Tickets are on sale now for Real Women Have Curves: The Musical, which will play at Broadway’s James Earl Jones Theatre this spring. Plus listen to new music from the show!
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Will Open at the James Earl Jones Theatre Photo
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Will Open at the James Earl Jones Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical has set its Broadway theatre! As previously announced, the musical will  begin previews on April 1 ahead of an April 27 opening night. The production has now found its Broadway house, and will play at the James Earl Jones Theatre.
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Sets Broadway Dates Photo
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Sets Broadway Dates
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical has set its Broadway dates for the Spring of 2025. The musical will begin previews on April 1 ahead of an April 27 opening night at a theatre to be announced.
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES THE MUSICAL is Headed to Broadway in 2025 Photo
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES THE MUSICAL is Headed to Broadway in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2024

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical, the musical adaptation of the play and film by Josefina López, that had its world premiere at A.R.T last year, is eyeing a Broadway run. The musical is reportedly set to have its Broadway bow in 2025.
THE WHO'S TOMMY to Kick Off National Tour at PPAC in 2025 Photo
THE WHO'S TOMMY to Kick Off National Tour at PPAC in 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2024

The Who's TOMMY to conclude its Broadway run and kick off a national tour in 2025 at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Seattle Rep Layoffs, Pittsburg Fire, and Tony Awards Highlig Photo
Industry Pro Newsletter: Seattle Rep Layoffs, Pittsburg Fire, and Tony Awards Highlights
by Alex Freeman - Jun 17, 2024

This week, we are connecting the excitement of award season with the realities facing theaters. We'll catch you up on the Tony Awards' memorable moments, including a complete winners list and behind-the-scenes photos. Exclusive essays from producers Jeffrey Richards and Rachel Sussman offer personal insights into their Tony-nominated productions.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Ira Pittelman been nominated for?

Best Musical (Tony Awards) for American Idiot, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Spring Awakening, Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for Our Lady of 121st Street, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for La Bohème, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Topdog/Underdog, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Private Lives and Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Iceman Cometh.

What awards has Ira Pittelman won?

Ira Pittelman has won the Tony Award for Best Musical for Spring Awakening and the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for Private Lives.

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