Ira Pittelman
Latest News on Ira Pittelman:
JUST IN TIME Releases New Block Of Tickets (Apr 28, 2025)
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List (Apr 22, 2025)
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Will Host Talkback With Joy Huerta and Gloria Estefan (Apr 15, 2025)
JUST IN TIME Releases New Block Of Tickets (Apr 28, 2025)
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List (Apr 22, 2025)
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL Will Host Talkback With Joy Huerta and Gloria Estefan (Apr 15, 2025)
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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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
Videos
Video: Joy Huerta Performs 'Flying Away' From REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2025-01-10 09:18:33
Video: Watch an Acoustic Performance of 'If I Were A Bird' From REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2024-12-18 09:21:25
Video: Get a Sneak Peek of AIN'T TOO PROUD London Cast Singing 'My Girl'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-14 14:06:44
VIDEO: Jonathan Groff Gives Surprise SPRING AWAKENING Performance on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - 2022-04-06 10:36:57
STAGE TUBE: Reunited! Lea Michele, Jonathan Groff and the Original Cast of SPRING AWAKENING Revisit the Atlantic
by Stage Tube - 2013-12-06 19:32:02
VIDEO: First Look - Official Trailer for Green Day's BROADWAY IDIOT Documentary
by Caryn Robbins - 2013-02-13 08:02:50
STAGE TUBE: Check Out ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER's New Commercial!
by Kelsey Denette - 2012-01-11 20:09:45
STAGE TUBE: Harry Connick, Jr. Talks ON A CLEAR DAY on TODAY SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-12-05 16:59:44
STAGE TUBE: Harry Connick, Jr. Croons 'On a Clear Day You Can See Forever' on DANCING WITH THE STARS
by Robert Diamond - 2011-09-21 07:38:37
STAGE TUBE: Green Day & AMERICAN IDIOT Perform at Jets Halftime!
by Jessica Lewis - 2010-09-14 10:14:23
TV: AMERICAN IDIOT Soundcheck - Full Coverage with GREEN DAY & More!
by Robert Diamond - 2010-03-25 08:41:50
News
JUST IN TIME Releases New Block Of Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025
A new block of tickets for the Broadway musical JUST IN TIME starring Tony Award Winner Jonathan Groff is now on sale for performances through Sunday, November 30, 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025
A new block of tickets for the Broadway musical JUST IN TIME starring Tony Award Winner Jonathan Groff is now on sale for performances through Sunday, November 30, 2025.
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!
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 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!
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
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!
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
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!
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
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.
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 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.
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 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!
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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 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.
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.
Pete Townshend to Perform With THE WHO'S TOMMY Cast at The Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2024
Pete Townsend will perform with the cast of The Who's Tommy at the Tony Awards!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2024
Pete Townsend will perform with the cast of The Who's Tommy at the Tony Awards!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Public Theater Crew Joins IATSE & NYC Congestion Pricing Postponed
by Alex Freeman - Jun 10, 2024
Starting tonight with a special preview episode, 'The Broadway Cast' with Ben Cameron is coming to BroadwayWorld. Also, we report on the indefinite postponement of NYC's congestion pricing plan. Stories include the Cultural Solidarity Fund's COVID relief efforts, Public Theater crew members joining IATSE.
by Alex Freeman - Jun 10, 2024
Starting tonight with a special preview episode, 'The Broadway Cast' with Ben Cameron is coming to BroadwayWorld. Also, we report on the indefinite postponement of NYC's congestion pricing plan. Stories include the Cultural Solidarity Fund's COVID relief efforts, Public Theater crew members joining IATSE.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Ticketmaster Security Breach
by Alex Freeman - Jun 3, 2024
This week we celebrate Baltimore's CJay Philip for her upcoming Tony Award in theater education and LaChanze's launch of a new multimedia production company. On a concerning note, Ticketmaster has experienced a major security breach. Finally, we examine the pressing need for unity in the arts community amidst ongoing discord and funding debates.
by Alex Freeman - Jun 3, 2024
This week we celebrate Baltimore's CJay Philip for her upcoming Tony Award in theater education and LaChanze's launch of a new multimedia production company. On a concerning note, Ticketmaster has experienced a major security breach. Finally, we examine the pressing need for unity in the arts community amidst ongoing discord and funding debates.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Pay What You Can Ticketing, Broadway Season Grosses
by Alex Freeman - May 28, 2024
As we hit the final stretch ahead of the Tony Awards, this week we’re including the first in a series of guest essays from the producers of the Best Production nominees, with this installment from Tommy producers Stephen Gabriel and Ira Pittelman.
by Alex Freeman - May 28, 2024
As we hit the final stretch ahead of the Tony Awards, this week we’re including the first in a series of guest essays from the producers of the Best Production nominees, with this installment from Tommy producers Stephen Gabriel and Ira Pittelman.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 22, 2024
by - May 22, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 22, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 22, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 22, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Exclusive: Why Two Producers and Friends Embarked On The Amazing Journey of TOMMY THE MUSICAL
by Team BWW - May 21, 2024
BroadwayWorld has invited the producers of the Best Production nominees to reflect on their experiences in bringing their shows to Broadway in this stellar season. Check out a piece written by the producers of The Who's Tommy, Stephen Gabriel and Ira Pittelman.
by Team BWW - May 21, 2024
BroadwayWorld has invited the producers of the Best Production nominees to reflect on their experiences in bringing their shows to Broadway in this stellar season. Check out a piece written by the producers of The Who's Tommy, Stephen Gabriel and Ira Pittelman.
Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - May 11, 2024
The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 11, 2024
The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.
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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