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BIO

Jerry Mitchell made his Broadway and West End debuts as director of Legally Blonde, for which he also served as Choreographer, and was nominated for both the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for his choreography and the Drama Desk Award for his direction. He also recently choreographed the Broadway production of Catch Me If You Can and West End production of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies. Mitchell received Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics' Circle Awards for choreographing the 2005 Tony Award-winning Best Revival of La Cage aux Folles, having also been nominated for the Tony as choreographer of Legally Blonde and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Previously, Mitchell has received Olivier, Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics' Circle and Astaire Award nominations for choreographing Hairspray and Tony, Drama Desk and Astaire Award nominations for choreographing The Full Monty. On Broadway, he choreographed the hit revivals of Gypsy, starring Bernadette Peters, The Rocky Horror Show (Drama Desk nomination) and You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, as well as Never Gonna Dance and Hedwig and the Angry Inch, both on stage and film. He conceived and co-produces Broadway Bares, a comedy burlesque performed annually for the charity, Broadway Cares. Most recently, he directed, choreographed and co-produced Peepshow, a Las Vegas extravaganza production show, and served as Production Supervisor for the Toronto and Broadway productions of Priscilla Queen of the Desert. Currently, he is supervising the writing of Broadway musicals based on the films Kinky Boots and Mad Hot Ballroom and the iconic television series, The Honeymooners, all of which he will direct and choreograph for Broadway.

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STAGE CREDITS

The Will Rogers Follies
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1991
Ensemble/Other Roles
Will Rogers Wrangler
Indian of The Dawn
Drugstore Cowboy
Ensemble/Other Roles
Will Rogers Wrangler
Drugstore Cowboy
Indian of The Dawn
On Your Toes
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1983
Cop
Joe McCall
Ensemble
Joe McCall
Cop
Louie (Understudy)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
Brigadoon
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1980
Dancer
Going Hollywood
[New York]
Workshop, 1983
Performer

Productions

BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical
 
[US Tour, 2026]
Choreographer
BOOP! The MusicalBOOP! The Musical
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Choreographer
Director
The Devil Wears PradaThe Devil Wears Prada
 
[West End, 2024]
Director
Choreographer
Kinky BootsKinky Boots
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Director, Choreographer
Hairspray (Non-Equity)Hairspray (Non-Equity)
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Choreographer
Pretty WomanPretty Woman
 
[West End, 2021]
Director
Choreographer
HairsprayHairspray
 
[West End, 2021]
Choreographer
Pretty WomanPretty Woman
 
[US Tour, 2020]
Director/Choreographer
On Your FeetOn Your Feet
 
[West End, 2019]
Director
My Very Own British InvasionMy Very Own British Invasion
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2019]
Director & Choreographer
Pretty WomanPretty Woman
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Director
Choreographer
Half TimeHalf Time
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2018]
Director/Choreographer
Pretty WomanPretty Woman
 
[Chicago, 2018]
Choreographer
Director
On Your FeetOn Your Feet
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Director
Hairspray Live!Hairspray Live!
 
[Motion Picture, 2016]
Choreographer
Gotta DanceGotta Dance
 
[Chicago, 2015]
Director and Choreographer
On Your FeetOn Your Feet
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Director
Kinky BootsKinky Boots
 
[West End, 2015]
Director, Choreographer
Kinky BootsKinky Boots
 
[US Tour, 2014]
Director and Choreographer
Dirty Rotten ScoundrelsDirty Rotten Scoundrels
 
[West End, 2014]
Director and Choreographer
Kinky BootsKinky Boots
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Director
Choreographer
Catch Me If You CanCatch Me If You Can
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Choreographer
Catch Me If You CanCatch Me If You Can
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Choreographer
Love Never DiesLove Never Dies
 
[West End, 2010]
Choreographer
Legally BlondeLegally Blonde
 
[West End, 2010]
Choreographer
Director
HairsprayHairspray
 
[West End, 2007]
Choreographer
Catch Me If You Can
 
[New York, 2007]
Choreographer
Legally BlondeLegally Blonde
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Choreographer
Director
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
 
[US Tour, 2006]
Choreographer
Hairspray
 
[Las Vegas, 2006]
Choreographer
Catch Me If You Can
 
[New York, 2006]
Choreographer
Dirty Rotten ScoundrelsDirty Rotten Scoundrels
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Choreographer
La Cage aux FollesLa Cage aux Folles
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Choreographer
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2004]
Choreographer
Hairspray
 
[Toronto, 2004]
Choreographer
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
 
[New York, 2004]
Choreographer
Never Gonna DanceNever Gonna Dance
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
 
[New York, 2003]
Choreographer
Hairspray
 
[US Tour, 2003]
Choreographer
GypsyGypsy
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Choreographer
Imaginary Friends
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Choreographer
HairsprayHairspray
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Choreographer
The Full Monty
 
[West End, 2002]
Choreographer
The Full Monty
 
[US Tour, 2001]
Choreographer
The Rocky Horror Show
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Choreographer
The Full Monty
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Choreographer
The Full Monty
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2000]
Choreographer
Captains Courageous
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Choreographer
Choreographer
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Choreographer
Corpus Christi
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Choreographer
Follies
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 1998]
Choreographer
Hedwig and the Angry Inch
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Choreographer
Grease
 
[Broadway, 1994]
Associate Choreographer
Seconds Out
 
[Off-Broadway, 1993]
Choreographer
Jeffrey
 
[Off-Broadway, 1993]
Choreographer
Jeffrey
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Choreographer
The Years
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Fight Director/Coordinator
You Could Be Home Now
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Choreographer
Lips Together, Teeth Apart
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Fight Director
Lips Together, Teeth Apart
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Fight Director
Jerome Robbins' Broadway
 
[Broadway, 1989]
Assistant to the Choreographer
One Two Three Four Five
 
[Off-Broadway, 1987]
Choreographer

Movies

Walls of Glass
[ 1985 ] choreographer
Scent of a Woman
[ 1992 ] choreographer
Jeffrey
[ 1995 ] choreographer
In & Out
[ 1997 ] choreographer
It All Came True
[ 1998 ] choreographer
One True Thing
[ 1998 ] choreographer
Meet Joe Black
[ 1998 ] dance consultant
Liberty Heights
[ 1999 ] choreographer
Drop Dead Gorgeous
[ 1999 ] choreographer
Simply Irresistible
[ 1999 ] choreographer
Hedwig and the Angry Inch
[ 2001 ] choreographer
Camp
[ 2003 ] choreographer
Marci X
[ 2003 ] choreographer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, BOOP! The Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Jerry Mitchell, BOOP! The Musical

Drama League Awards - 2025 - OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A MUSICAL

Jerry Mitchell, Boop! The Musical


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Boop! the Musical

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Jerry Mitchell, Boop! The Musical

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, BOOP! The Musical

The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Choreographer

Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots

Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Jerry MitchellKinky Boots

Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Jerry MitchellDirty Rotten Scoundrels


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2013 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing

Jerry Mitchell

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Choreographer

Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Musical

Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots


winner
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best New Musical

Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde

Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde

Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, La Cage Aux Folles


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell , La Cage aux Folles

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels


winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, La Cage aux Folles

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, La Cage aux Folles

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell , Never Gonna Dance

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Never Gonna Dance


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Never Gonna Dance


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty

Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Choreography

Jerry Mitchell, The Rocky Horror Show

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News


Photos: Omari Collins, Noah Silverman and More in KINKY BOOTS North American Tour Photo
Photos: Omari Collins, Noah Silverman and More in KINKY BOOTS North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of the North American Tour of Kinky Boots. Leading the tour are Omari Collins “Scarlett D. Von'Du” as Lola, Noah Silverman as Charlie Price, Sophia Gunter as Lauren, and more.
Photos: On The Opening Night Red Carpet For TWO STRANGERS CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YOR Photo
Photos: On The Opening Night Red Carpet For TWO STRANGERS CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 21, 2025

The new musical Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York) celebrated its opening night on Broadway with a red carpet full of family, fans, friends, and supporters. Visit the red carpet in new photos!
Jessica Vosk to Present SLEIGH at 92 NY in December Photo
Jessica Vosk to Present SLEIGH at 92 NY in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Jessica Vosk in concert, with music from her album SLEIGH. Vosk will return to the stage with a swinging 10-piece band for an afternoon of holiday treats and mashups, and more.
DRAG RACE Winner Onya Nurve Exits KINKY BOOTS National Tour Photo
DRAG RACE Winner Onya Nurve Exits KINKY BOOTS National Tour
by Michael Major - Nov 18, 2025

RuPaul's Drag Race winner Onya Nurve, aka Justin Woody, has exited the upcoming national tour of Kinky Boots. While no specific reason was given, the production revealed that Omari Collins ('Scarlett D. Von'Du') will be taking over the role of Lola.
CHICAGO, KINKY BOOTS and More to Return to Mirvish Stages This Spring Photo
CHICAGO, KINKY BOOTS and More to Return to Mirvish Stages This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

Due to popular demand, David and Hannah Mirvish will present the return of four Broadway musicals to the Mirvish stages next spring!  These Toronto audience favourites include Chicago and more.
KINKY BOOTS Will Open The Broadway In Santa Barbara Series At The Granada Theatre Photo
KINKY BOOTS Will Open The Broadway In Santa Barbara Series At The Granada Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

The American Theatre Guild will present the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical KINKY BOOTS as the opener of the 25–26 BROADWAY IN SANTA BARBARA Series at The Granada Theatre, running December 9–10, 2025. 
KINKY BOOTS Begins Performances At The Bank Of America Performing Arts Center In Dece Photo
KINKY BOOTS Begins Performances At The Bank Of America Performing Arts Center In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

The American Theatre Guild will present the Tony and Grammy Award–winning musical KINKY BOOTS at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center for a three-day engagement from December 12–14, 2025, as part of the 25–26 Broadway in Thousand Oaks Series. 
Video: Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway Return in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Teaser Traile Photo
Video: Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway Return in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Teaser Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025

Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway are back in the first teaser trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2, which opens in theaters on May 1, 2026. Check out the video now, featuring our first official looks at the fan-favorite characters.
Photos: New Cast Members in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Photo
Photos: New Cast Members in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

After its first year in the West End, The Devil Wears Prada welcomed in new cast members this October with new production photos released today. Vanessa Williams also extended her run in the show. Check out the new photos here! 
BOOP! THE MUSICAL North American Tour Will Open in Rochester in Fall 2026 Photo
BOOP! THE MUSICAL North American Tour Will Open in Rochester in Fall 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025

BOOP! The Musical will embark on a North American Tour, opening for its 50-week run in Rochester, NY at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre. Additional tour cities, dates, and casting for the North American Tour will be announced soon.
KINKY BOOTS is Coming to San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts Photo
KINKY BOOTS is Coming to San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025

KINKY BOOTS will play San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts for a limited engagement. Kinky Boots features a Tony Award-winning score by Cyndi Lauper, book by four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, and original direction and Tony-winning choreography by Jerry Mitchell.
INTO THE WOODS & More Lead San Francisco / Bay Area's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows Photo
INTO THE WOODS & More Lead San Francisco / Bay Area's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2025

San Francisco / Bay Area is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include Into the Woods and more.
Bartlett Sher to Receive 2026 SDC Foundation 'Mr. Abbott' Award Photo
Bartlett Sher to Receive 2026 SDC Foundation 'Mr. Abbott' Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025

Bartlett Sher will be honored with Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's “Mr. Abbott” Award, given to a director or choreographer in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Broadway.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL Will Make South Africa Premiere Next Year Photo
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL Will Make South Africa Premiere Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025

Step back into the late ’80s as one of Hollywood’s most cherished love stories, Pretty Woman: The Musical comes to life for the first time in South Africa in 2026.
Meet the Full Cast for KINKY BOOTS Tour Photo
Meet the Full Cast for KINKY BOOTS Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025

Discover the full cast for KINKY BOOTS North American tour, featuring stars like Onya Nurver. Get details on cities and ticket info!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 16, 2025- SCHMIGADOON! Finds Its Leads and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 16, 2025- SCHMIGADOON! Finds Its Leads and More
by - Oct 16, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 16, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
The 2025 Broadway Dreams Gala to Honor Jerry Mitchell Photo
The 2025 Broadway Dreams Gala to Honor Jerry Mitchell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025

Broadway Dreams’ annual gala will honor Jerry Mitchell and take place this December. Learn more about the event, including who is performing, and see how to attend here.
Lady Gaga Joins Cast of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Photo
Lady Gaga Joins Cast of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 10, 2025

Global superstar Lady Gaga has joined the highly anticipated sequel to The Devil Wears Prada, which is currently in production. Details on her role are currently being kept under wraps.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL to Debut in Perth, Adelaide, and Melbourne in 2026 Photo
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL to Debut in Perth, Adelaide, and Melbourne in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2025

The hit Broadway and West End musical Pretty Woman will open in Adelaide, Perth, and Melbourne in 2026, starring Samantha Jade as Vivian Ward and Ben Hall as Edward Lewis.
Review: NEVER TOO LATE at Laurie Beechman Theatre Photo
Review: NEVER TOO LATE at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Gabby Ziccarelli - Oct 7, 2025

Never Too Late marks a milestone moment in the career of viral dance icon Kim Hale, who has inspired millions with her story of reconnecting with her love of dance later in life. Known to many as the 57-year-old dancing powerhouse who leapt into the internet spotlight mid-pandemic, Hale took center stage in a different way at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, by bringing her authenticity, humor, and heart to a live audience.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jerry Mitchell been in?

Jerry Mitchell has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Jerry Mitchell been in?

Jerry Mitchell has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jerry Mitchell been nominated for?

Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for BOOP! The Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for BOOP! The Musical, OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A MUSICAL (Drama League Awards) for Boop! The Musical, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Boop! the Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Boop! The Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for BOOP! The Musical, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Kinky Boots, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Kinky Boots, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kinky Boots, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Legally Blonde, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Legally Blonde, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Hairspray , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Legally Blonde, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Legally Blonde, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for La Cage Aux Folles, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Never Gonna Dance , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Never Gonna Dance, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Never Gonna Dance, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Hairspray, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hairspray , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Hairspray, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Full Monty , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Full Monty, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Full Monty and Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show.

What awards has Jerry Mitchell won?

Jerry Mitchell has won several prestigious awards for his choreography and contributions to theater. His accolades include Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for BOOP! The Musical, Never Gonna Dance, Hairspray, The Full Monty, and The Rocky Horror Show. He also received Outstanding Choreography from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for BOOP! The Musical and La Cage aux Folles. Additionally, Mitchell earned Best Choreography at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Kinky Boots and La Cage Aux Folles. His work on Legally Blonde was recognized with the Best New Musical award at the Olivier Awards. Furthermore, he won Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for La Cage aux Folles, as well as Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for the same show.

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