John Johnson
Birth Place: New York City
Latest News on John Johnson:
Photos: Nederlander Executive Vice President Nick Scandalios Receive's Portrait at Sardi's (Nov 25, 2025)
Photos: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway (Nov 25, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 8, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES First Look and More (Nov 10, 2025)
Photos: Nederlander Executive Vice President Nick Scandalios Receive's Portrait at Sardi's (Nov 25, 2025)
Photos: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway (Nov 25, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 8, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES First Look and More (Nov 10, 2025)
BIO
Associate Producer at Joey Parnes Productions.
Broadway: Associate Producer on HAIR, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Lombardi, The Merchant of Venice.
With Elizabeth I. McCann & Joey Parnes: The Play About the Baby, The Goat, or Who is Sylvia, Tuesdays with Morrie, Beckett/Albee, Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, Well, Butley, Passing Strange, Equus.
Tony Award Productions from 2001 - 2008; served as Associate Producer in 2007 & 2008.
Concerts: Working at The Zipper Theatre; Rated RSO at Joe's Pub; NewMusicalTheatre.com Launch Concert at Le Poisson Rouge, NewMusicalTheatre.com Live at The Canal Room, Morgan Karr at Joe's Pub, Drew Gasparini & Friends at Joe's Pub.
Faculty: Northwestern University's National High School Institute
Graduate: Fordham University at Lincoln Center
Photos
Producers, Greg Nobile, John Johnson, Sue Wagner, Sonia Friedman, Ashley Melone, Nick Mills, Jillian Robbins, Director Daniel Aukin, Musical Director Justin Craig, Tom Pecinka, Juliana Canfield, Playwright David Adjmi, Sarah Pigeon, Chris Stack, Andrew R. Butler, Eli Gelb, Composer Will Butler and Will Brill
Date:
04/20/2024
From: Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of STEREOPHONIC on Broadway
Sue Wagner, Bobby Cannavale, John Johnson, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, Amber Gray, Jin Ha, Steven Pasquale, Rachel Bay Jones, Jeremy Shamos, Francois Battiste, Denis O'Hare, David Hyde Pierce, Tom Kirdahy and Rick Pappas
Date:
10/23/2023
From: Photos: Star-Studded Cast & Creatives Of HERE WE ARE Celebrate Opening Night at The Shed!
Sue Wagner, Bobby Cannavale, John Johnson, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, Amber Gray, Jin Ha, Steven Pasquale, Rachel Bay Jones, Jeremy Shamos, Francois Battiste, Denis O'Hare, David Hyde Pierce, Tom Kirdahy and Rick Pappas
Date:
10/23/2023
From: Photos: Inside the Opening Night Party for the Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE at The Shed
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
[Broadway, 2016]
Executive Producer
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Musical
John JohnsonBright Star
winner
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Revival of a Play
John Johnson, Skylight
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Revival of a Play
John Johnson, This is Our Youth
winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Musical
John Johnson, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder
winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Revival of a Play
John Johnson, A Raisin in the Sun
winner
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Play
John Johnson, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
Videos
Video: George Clooney Talks Performance Jitters and Flubbing His Lines Onstage
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-03 10:37:49
Video: STEREOPHONIC Tiny Desk Concert with Will Brill, Juliana Canfield, & More
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-11 10:12:22
Video: George Clooney in New Preview For GOOD NIGHT, and GOOD LUCK on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - 2024-11-14 10:06:42
Pre-Order Cast Recording For Sondheim's HERE WE ARE; Plus Watch the New Music Video For 'Exit Music'!
by Stephi Wild - 2024-04-26 10:07:10
Video: Go Inside the Belasco As AIN'T NO MO' Announces Its Broadway Extension!
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-12-15 22:11:24
Video: Watch ALMOST FAMOUS Cast Take Their First Broadway Bows
by Opening Night - 2022-10-04 05:17:27
VIDEO: Carmen Cusack & BRIGHT STAR Cast Perform on the 70th Annual TONY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-06-12 21:39:15
STAGE TUBE: Steve Martin Surprises Audience During Entr'acte at BRIGHT STAR
by Louisa Brady - 2016-05-14 10:12:19
VIDEO: BRIGHT STAR's A.J. Shively Performs Original Song 'Your Passion' on TODAY
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-04-22 10:55:16
VIDEO: Cast of Broadway's BRIGHT STAR Perform 'Whoa Mama' on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-04-19 13:53:32
VIDEO: BRIGHT STAR's Steve Martin & Edie Brickell Talk Show's Inspiration on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-04-19 09:44:05
VIDEO: BRIGHT STAR Cast Performs 'Sun's Gonna Shine'; Steve Martin Performs Mini-Musical of His Own!
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-03-01 07:36:13
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Karen Ziemba, Nicolas Dromard and More in Rehearsals of 42ND STREET at Lexington Theatre
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-07-23 07:34:54
TV: Designed to Celebrate: Tony Awards Toasts 2014 Creative Arts Nominees!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-05-26 09:00:01
STAGE TUBE: Promo - 35MM: A MUSICAL EXHIBITION Set for Release on Ghostlight Records, 8/14
by Stage Tube - 2012-08-06 21:10:54
News
Photos: Nederlander Executive Vice President Nick Scandalios Receive's Portrait at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025
Nick Scandalios, the Executive Vice President of the Nederlander Organization, recently received a coveted portrait at Sardi's, with an unveiling for the piece taking place on November 21. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025
Nick Scandalios, the Executive Vice President of the Nederlander Organization, recently received a coveted portrait at Sardi's, with an unveiling for the piece taking place on November 21. Check out photos here!
Photos: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025
Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries is back on the New York stage, and recently celebrated its gala opening for its off-Broadway run. Check out photos from the opening night here!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 25, 2025
Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries is back on the New York stage, and recently celebrated its gala opening for its off-Broadway run. Check out photos from the opening night here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 8, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES First Look and More
by - Nov 10, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Nov 10, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Wagner Johnson Production Expands Senior Management Team
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Wagner Johnson Productions (WJP), led by co-owners and nine-time Tony Award-winning producers Sue Wagner and John Johnson, expands its senior management team with the promotions of Celina Lam and Dylan Glen.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Wagner Johnson Productions (WJP), led by co-owners and nine-time Tony Award-winning producers Sue Wagner and John Johnson, expands its senior management team with the promotions of Celina Lam and Dylan Glen.
Stream George Clooney in GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK on Prime Video
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
George Clooney’s Broadway debut, Good Night, and Good Luck, is now available to stream on Prime Video! The production was broadcast live on CNN on June 7.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
George Clooney’s Broadway debut, Good Night, and Good Luck, is now available to stream on Prime Video! The production was broadcast live on CNN on June 7.
Sara Bareilles, Lea Salonga, Joshua Henry and More Join Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board Of Trustees
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025
The Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board of Trustees voted unanimously to welcome eight distinguished industry leaders, each bringing unique expertise and a shared dedication to advancing the organization’s lifesaving mission.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025
The Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Board of Trustees voted unanimously to welcome eight distinguished industry leaders, each bringing unique expertise and a shared dedication to advancing the organization’s lifesaving mission.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for THE LEAST PROBLEMATIC WOMAN IN THE WORLD Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 8, 2025
Dylan Mulvaney's The Least Problematic Woman in the World, an autobiographical solo play, directed by Tim Jackson has officially opened Off-Broadway. See photos from opening night here!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 8, 2025
Dylan Mulvaney's The Least Problematic Woman in the World, an autobiographical solo play, directed by Tim Jackson has officially opened Off-Broadway. See photos from opening night here!
GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK Filmed Capture Coming to Digital Platforms
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 2, 2025
The filmed capture of Broadway's Good Night, and Good Luck, starring George Clooney, will be available on Prime Video and digital platforms beginning Friday, October 3, from Magnolia Pictures.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 2, 2025
The filmed capture of Broadway's Good Night, and Good Luck, starring George Clooney, will be available on Prime Video and digital platforms beginning Friday, October 3, from Magnolia Pictures.
Tickets Now Available for STEREOPHONIC at Playhouse Square
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2025
Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, will make its Cleveland premiere as part of the KeyBank Broadway Series at Playhouse Square January 6 – 25, 2026, as part of a U.S. National Tour.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2025
Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, will make its Cleveland premiere as part of the KeyBank Broadway Series at Playhouse Square January 6 – 25, 2026, as part of a U.S. National Tour.
DOG DAY AFTERNOON Will Run at the August Wilson Theatre; Dates Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2025
Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway, a new play by Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis, will premiere at the August Wilson Theatre beginning March 10, 2026. Directed by Rupert Goold, the production will star Emmy Award winners Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2025
Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway, a new play by Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis, will premiere at the August Wilson Theatre beginning March 10, 2026. Directed by Rupert Goold, the production will star Emmy Award winners Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach.
Roundabout Reveals Dates for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, FALLEN ANGELS and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the dates for the remainder of productions during its 2025-2026 season both on and off Broadway. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the dates for the remainder of productions during its 2025-2026 season both on and off Broadway. Learn more here!
Photos: First Look the New Cast of MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2025
New production photography has been released as the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical enters its 15th year in London, making it the 10th longest running musical in West End history.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2025
New production photography has been released as the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical enters its 15th year in London, making it the 10th longest running musical in West End history.
Nicholas Braun & Kara Young Will Lead GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 25, 2025
Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries will return to the New York stage in a new production starring three-time Emmy Award nominee Nicholas Braun (“Succession”) and two-time Tony Award winner Kara Young.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 25, 2025
Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries will return to the New York stage in a new production starring three-time Emmy Award nominee Nicholas Braun (“Succession”) and two-time Tony Award winner Kara Young.
Photos: Behind the Scenes With STEREOPHONIC's UK Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2025
Behind the scenes images of the Stereophonic cast have been released, showing insight into life behind the on-stage recording studio. See the photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2025
Behind the scenes images of the Stereophonic cast have been released, showing insight into life behind the on-stage recording studio. See the photos here!
STEREOPHONIC Extends West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
Stereophonic has extended its run at the Duke of York's Theatre. The show plugs you into the electric atmosphere as one up-and-coming rock band record the album that could propel them to superstardom.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
Stereophonic has extended its run at the Duke of York's Theatre. The show plugs you into the electric atmosphere as one up-and-coming rock band record the album that could propel them to superstardom.
New Cast Revealed For The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical which enters its 15th year in London this Autumn.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical which enters its 15th year in London this Autumn.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL To Welcome Jon Robyns As 'Miss Trunchbull', Two New Title Stars, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2025
New casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical as it prepares to mark a major milestone: its 15th year in London this autumn.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2025
New casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical as it prepares to mark a major milestone: its 15th year in London this autumn.
Photos: Lorde Visits The Cast of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 13, 2025
On Friday, July 11, singer-song writer Lorde visited with the cast of John Proctor is the Villain on Broadway! Her song, Greenlight, his featured predominantly in the show. See the photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 13, 2025
On Friday, July 11, singer-song writer Lorde visited with the cast of John Proctor is the Villain on Broadway! Her song, Greenlight, his featured predominantly in the show. See the photos here!
A.C.T. of Connecticut to Premiere Newly Reimagined Version of ALMOST FAMOUS
by Joshua Wright - Jun 26, 2025
A.C.T. of CT will present the regional premiere of Almost Famous: The Musical, launching the theater’s highly anticipated 2025–2026 season. This will be the first production of the musical since its 2022 Broadway debut.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 26, 2025
A.C.T. of CT will present the regional premiere of Almost Famous: The Musical, launching the theater’s highly anticipated 2025–2026 season. This will be the first production of the musical since its 2022 Broadway debut.
7.3M Viewers Tune In to Watch George Clooney in GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2025
Over the weekend, just before the Tony Awards, CNN broadcast the penultimate performance of Good Night, and Good Luck from Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre. According to Nielsen, 7.34 million viewers tuned in to watch the production across the cable network and streaming.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2025
Over the weekend, just before the Tony Awards, CNN broadcast the penultimate performance of Good Night, and Good Luck from Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre. According to Nielsen, 7.34 million viewers tuned in to watch the production across the cable network and streaming.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Johnson been in?
John Johnson has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has John Johnson been in?
John Johnson has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was John Johnson's first West End show?
John Johnson's first West End show was Blitz! which opened in 1962
What awards has John Johnson been nominated for?
Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Bright Star, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Skylight, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for This is Our Youth, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Raisin in the Sun and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.
What awards has John Johnson won?
John Johnson has won several Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Play for Skylight, Best Musical for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Best Revival of a Play for A Raisin in the Sun, and Best Play for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.
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