John Johnson
Birth Place: New York City
Latest News on John Johnson:
A.C.T. of Connecticut to Premiere Newly Reimagined Version of ALMOST FAMOUS (Jun 26, 2025)
7.3M Viewers Tune In to Watch George Clooney in GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK (Jun 10, 2025)
Video: George Clooney Talks Performance Jitters and Flubbing His Lines Onstage (Jun 3, 2025)
A.C.T. of Connecticut to Premiere Newly Reimagined Version of ALMOST FAMOUS (Jun 26, 2025)
7.3M Viewers Tune In to Watch George Clooney in GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK (Jun 10, 2025)
Video: George Clooney Talks Performance Jitters and Flubbing His Lines Onstage (Jun 3, 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
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Frank McLaughlin, Fordham Director of Athletics (Fordham '71); John Cirillo , Fordham PR ('74); Tom Masella, Head Fordham Football Coach; Joe Favorito, LOMBARDI staff (Fordham '85); and John Johnson, Fordham alum and LOMBARDI associate producer (Fordham '
Date:
06/04/2010
From: Photo Coverage: LOMBARDI Debuts Window Display at Circle in the Square Theatre on Broadway
Frank McLaughlin, Fordham Director of Athletics (Fordham '71); John Cirillo , Fordham PR ('74); Tom Masella, Head Fordham Football Coach; Joe Favorito, LOMBARDI staff (Fordham '85); and John Johnson, Fordham alum and LOMBARDI associate producer (Fordham '
Date:
06/04/2010
From: Photo Coverage: LOMBARDI Debuts Window Display at Circle in the Square Theatre on Broadway
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
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.
Video: George Clooney Talks Performance Jitters and Flubbing His Lines Onstage
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2025
Ahead of the CNN presentation of Good Night, and Good Luck this Saturday, Tony Award-nominee George Clooney stopped by Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss the record-breaking production. Watch the interview now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2025
Ahead of the CNN presentation of Good Night, and Good Luck this Saturday, Tony Award-nominee George Clooney stopped by Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss the record-breaking production. Watch the interview now!
How to Watch CNN's Presentation of Broadway's GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025
On Saturday, June 7 at 7pm ET, Good Night, and Good Luck will air live on CNN and CNN International and stream live without requiring a cable login on connected TVs and mobile apps. It will also stream live on Max across all subscription plans.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025
On Saturday, June 7 at 7pm ET, Good Night, and Good Luck will air live on CNN and CNN International and stream live without requiring a cable login on connected TVs and mobile apps. It will also stream live on Max across all subscription plans.
Judge Confirms $202K Award Against Joey Parnes Over Broadway’s DANCIN’
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2025
A federal judge has confirmed a $202,682.53 arbitration award against Broadway producer Joey Parnes and his companies for unpaid designer fees and benefits on Bob Fosse’s Dancin’, following union action by United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829.
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2025
A federal judge has confirmed a $202,682.53 arbitration award against Broadway producer Joey Parnes and his companies for unpaid designer fees and benefits on Bob Fosse’s Dancin’, following union action by United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829.
Photos: Inside the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Ceremony
by Bruce Glikas - May 28, 2025
Earlier this month, The Outer Critics Circle announced the winners for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 28, 2025
Earlier this month, The Outer Critics Circle announced the winners for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Check out photos here!
Industry Leaders Show Up to Support the Drama League Directors Project
by James Blinken - May 20, 2025
Under the leadership of Bonnie Comley, Bevin Ross, and Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, the 91st Annual Drama League Awards Luncheon transformed the Ziegfeld Ballroom into a vibrant tribute to the power and artistry of live theater. This iconic event, a mainstay of the Broadway and Off-Broadway calendar, once again honored the past season's most compelling productions and performances—an affirmation of theater’s enduring role in American culture.
by James Blinken - May 20, 2025
Under the leadership of Bonnie Comley, Bevin Ross, and Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, the 91st Annual Drama League Awards Luncheon transformed the Ziegfeld Ballroom into a vibrant tribute to the power and artistry of live theater. This iconic event, a mainstay of the Broadway and Off-Broadway calendar, once again honored the past season's most compelling productions and performances—an affirmation of theater’s enduring role in American culture.
GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK Recoups On Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2025
Good Night, and Good Luck, the new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov, and directed by David Cromer, has announced that it has recouped its initial investment of $9.5 million in only 7 and a half weeks on Broadway.
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2025
Good Night, and Good Luck, the new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov, and directed by David Cromer, has announced that it has recouped its initial investment of $9.5 million in only 7 and a half weeks on Broadway.
Virtuoso Pianist Brad Kella Sets First Ever Headline UK Tour
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2025
Liverpudlian virtuoso pianist Brad Kella has announced his first ever headline UK tour, ahead of the release of his debut album ‘Phoebe’s Melody’, released 6th June on Modern Sky UK.
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2025
Liverpudlian virtuoso pianist Brad Kella has announced his first ever headline UK tour, ahead of the release of his debut album ‘Phoebe’s Melody’, released 6th June on Modern Sky UK.
2025 Lucille Lortel Awards- Full Winners List
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2025
The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – are being presented tonight, Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU Skirball. Check out live updates from the ceremony here!
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2025
The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – are being presented tonight, Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU Skirball. Check out live updates from the ceremony here!
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!
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Cast to Perform, Sign Albums at The Museum of Broadway
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025
Sutton Foster, Michael Urie, Daniel Breaker, Will Chase, Ana Gasteyer, and Nikki Renée Daniels will appear at The Museum of Broadway on April 22nd to perform a few selections from the Once Upon a Mattress cast recording and to sign CDs.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025
Sutton Foster, Michael Urie, Daniel Breaker, Will Chase, Ana Gasteyer, and Nikki Renée Daniels will appear at The Museum of Broadway on April 22nd to perform a few selections from the Once Upon a Mattress cast recording and to sign CDs.
Photos: GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK Opening Night Brings Out Jennifer Lopez, Rachel Zegler and More
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 5, 2025
George Clooney has officially made his Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luck, now playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. Check out photos of opening night!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 5, 2025
George Clooney has officially made his Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luck, now playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. Check out photos of opening night!
DRAG: THE MUSICAL, OUR CLASS, THREE HOUSES Lead 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2025
Nominations for the 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were just announced. Check out the full list of nominees here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2025
Nominations for the 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were just announced. Check out the full list of nominees here!
Pianist Brad Kella Sets Debut Album 'Phoebe's Melody'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2025
Liverpudlian virtuoso pianist Brad Kella has announced his debut album ‘Phoebe’s Melody’, released 6th June on Modern Sky UK. Listen to a new single from the album here.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2025
Liverpudlian virtuoso pianist Brad Kella has announced his debut album ‘Phoebe’s Melody’, released 6th June on Modern Sky UK. Listen to a new single from the album here.
Full Cast Set For STEREOPHONIC in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025
The West End transfer of Stereophonic, the Tony Award-winning play by David Adjmi with music by Will Butler, has officially announced its full cast ahead of its UK debut at London’s Duke of York’s theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025
The West End transfer of Stereophonic, the Tony Award-winning play by David Adjmi with music by Will Butler, has officially announced its full cast ahead of its UK debut at London’s Duke of York’s theatre.
ROCKY HORROR SHOW, OEDIPUS with Mark Strong & Lesley Manville Included in Roundabout's New Season
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 6, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the 2025-2026 season on Broadway and Off-Broadway, including initial casting. Stars joining the lineup include Kelli O'Hara, Rose Burn, Patrick Page, Mark Strong, Lesley Manville and more. Check out the full season details here.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 6, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the 2025-2026 season on Broadway and Off-Broadway, including initial casting. Stars joining the lineup include Kelli O'Hara, Rose Burn, Patrick Page, Mark Strong, Lesley Manville and more. Check out the full season details here.
Dates Set and Tickets on Sale For STEREOPHONIC at the Duke of York's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
Following the production announcement earlier this month, Stereophonic is confirmed to run at the Duke of York's Theatre beginning this May. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
Following the production announcement earlier this month, Stereophonic is confirmed to run at the Duke of York's Theatre beginning this May. Learn more about the show here!
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Revival Will Release Cast Recording in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025
The Broadway cast of New York City Center Encores! revival of Once Upon a Mattress, directed by Lear deBessonet, will go into the studio to record the Cast Album of their production at the end of January.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025
The Broadway cast of New York City Center Encores! revival of Once Upon a Mattress, directed by Lear deBessonet, will go into the studio to record the Cast Album of their production at the end of January.
STEREOPHONIC Will Transfer to the West End and Embark on U.S. Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025
Ahead of its final week of performances, Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play from David Adjmi, has announced a West End engagement in May 2025 at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre, and a U.S. national tour.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025
Ahead of its final week of performances, Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play from David Adjmi, has announced a West End engagement in May 2025 at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre, and a U.S. national tour.
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.
Videos