Luke Sheppard
Latest News on Luke Sheppard:
Studiocanal Launches Stage Division (Nov 26, 2025)
Video: Cheryl Porter Gives Voice Lesson to & JULIET Audience Before Sing-Along Show (Nov 14, 2025)
& JULIET Kicks Off Broadway Series at the Stranahan (Nov 13, 2025)
Studiocanal Launches Stage Division (Nov 26, 2025)
Video: Cheryl Porter Gives Voice Lesson to & JULIET Audience Before Sing-Along Show (Nov 14, 2025)
& JULIET Kicks Off Broadway Series at the Stranahan (Nov 13, 2025)
Photos
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Music Arrangements/Orchestrations/Musical Supervisor Bill Sherman, Writer David West Read, Composer Max Martin, Choreographer Jennifer Weber, Director Luke Sheppard and Musical Director/Additional Orchestrations Dominic Fallacaro
Date:
11/18/2022
From: Photos: & JULIET Opening Night Brings Out Broadway And Pop Royalty!
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2023 - Best Direction of a Musical
Luke Sheppard, & Juliet
Videos
Video: Cheryl Porter Gives Voice Lesson to & JULIET Audience Before Sing-Along Show
by Michael Major - 2025-11-14 12:13:26
Video: Paddington Interviewed By BBC Journalist After Musical Debut
by Michael Major - 2025-11-04 09:39:15
Video: Watch a 30-Second Quick Change in & JULIET on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-10-22 13:15:42
Video: Willemijn Verkaik & Sabrina Weckerlin Perform 'That's The Way It Is' From & JULIET
by Joshua Wright - 2025-10-16 13:13:02
Video: 'Pretty Little Dead Things' Preview From PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2025-10-16 05:36:23
Videos: & JULIET Tour Cast Sings Through LEGALLY BLONDE For a Birthday Party
by Michael Major - 2025-09-10 10:38:34
Video: Lizzo and Max Martin Attend Opening Night of & JULIET in Los Angeles
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-08-18 14:42:51
Video: Watch a New Trailer For MY SON'S A QUEER (BUT WHAT CAN YOU DO?)
by Michael Major - 2025-06-12 14:07:45
Video: Watch a New JUST FOR ONE DAY " The Live Aid Musical Preview
by Michael Major - 2025-02-25 11:18:33
Video: Behind-the-Scenes of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's Broadway Debut with CBS MORNINGS
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-16 12:50:24
Video: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Makes Broadway Debut in & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - 2024-12-16 08:09:26
Video: Ketanji Brown Jackson's Broadway Debut in & JULIET Mentioned on SNL's Weekend Update
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-12-15 14:40:50
Video: Watch the New & JULIET Commercial With Betsy Wolfe, Drew Gehling & More
by Michael Major - 2024-11-26 13:56:46
Video: Bob Geldof, Luke Sheppard, and Jamie Wilson Talk Live Aid Musical JUST FOR ONE DAY
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-09-29 13:43:49
Video: Watch & JULIET's Lorna Courtney Perform 'Baby One More Time' on TODAY
by Michael Major - 2023-12-15 09:50:21
News
Studiocanal Launches Stage Division
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
STUDIOCANAL has announced STUDIOCANAL ON STAGE, emphasising STUDIOCANAL’s focus on IP and the continued exploitation of their catalogue with more than 9 400 titles from 60 countries spanning 100 years of film history.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
STUDIOCANAL has announced STUDIOCANAL ON STAGE, emphasising STUDIOCANAL’s focus on IP and the continued exploitation of their catalogue with more than 9 400 titles from 60 countries spanning 100 years of film history.
Video: Cheryl Porter Gives Voice Lesson to & JULIET Audience Before Sing-Along Show
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2025
Who better to warm up the audience at & Juliet than Cheryl Porter? Before their recent sing-along performance, Porter – who currently plays Angélique in the hit musical – led the audience in some of her signature warmups. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2025
Who better to warm up the audience at & Juliet than Cheryl Porter? Before their recent sing-along performance, Porter – who currently plays Angélique in the hit musical – led the audience in some of her signature warmups. Watch the video!
& JULIET Kicks Off Broadway Series at the Stranahan
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
New principal casting for the North American tour of Broadway’s hit musical, & JULIET, has been announced. This production will kick off the 25–26 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO Series.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
New principal casting for the North American tour of Broadway’s hit musical, & JULIET, has been announced. This production will kick off the 25–26 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO Series.
Tickets For & JULIET at The Bushnell to go on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025
The National Tour of & Juliet is coming to The Bushnell. The musical features songs by the legendary Grammy-winning songwriter/producer Max Martin, a book by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt's Creek'.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025
The National Tour of & Juliet is coming to The Bushnell. The musical features songs by the legendary Grammy-winning songwriter/producer Max Martin, a book by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt's Creek'.
South Florida Premiere Of & JULIET is Coming to The Arsht
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County will present the South Florida premiere of & JULIET, playing a limited engagement in the Ziff Ballet Opera House.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County will present the South Florida premiere of & JULIET, playing a limited engagement in the Ziff Ballet Opera House.
Review: & JULIET at ASU Gammage
by Herbert Paine - Nov 5, 2025
In the Tony-nominated musical & Juliet, it’s as if William Shakespeare was handed a bedazzled microphone and told to start writing Romeo and Juliet all over again, only this time he should make it a fizzy, whirling pop fantasia that pulses with enough pop/rock earworms to play in your head on an endless loop for days.
by Herbert Paine - Nov 5, 2025
In the Tony-nominated musical & Juliet, it’s as if William Shakespeare was handed a bedazzled microphone and told to start writing Romeo and Juliet all over again, only this time he should make it a fizzy, whirling pop fantasia that pulses with enough pop/rock earworms to play in your head on an endless loop for days.
Video: Paddington Interviewed By BBC Journalist After Musical Debut
by Michael Major - Nov 4, 2025
After the first preview of Paddington The Musical at the Savoy Theatre, the show's star was interviewed by a BBC journalist. The new video shows a first look at the Paddington puppet walking around the set, also debuting his speaking voice.
by Michael Major - Nov 4, 2025
After the first preview of Paddington The Musical at the Savoy Theatre, the show's star was interviewed by a BBC journalist. The new video shows a first look at the Paddington puppet walking around the set, also debuting his speaking voice.
& JULIET Canadian Production Extended For Additional 8 Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
A new block of tickets for the new Canadian production of the musical comedy & Juliet will be released. & Juliet uses some of the most beloved pop songs of the last three decades to tell a story of self-discovery, empowerment and love.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
A new block of tickets for the new Canadian production of the musical comedy & Juliet will be released. & Juliet uses some of the most beloved pop songs of the last three decades to tell a story of self-discovery, empowerment and love.
Video: Inside Rehearsals for Toronto's & JULIET
by Joshua Wright - Nov 3, 2025
Get a first look at rehearsals for the new Canadian production of the international smash-hit musical comedy & Juliet. & Juliet will play a limited run at the historic Royal Alexandra Theatre, December 3, 2025 through March 22, 2026.
by Joshua Wright - Nov 3, 2025
Get a first look at rehearsals for the new Canadian production of the international smash-hit musical comedy & Juliet. & Juliet will play a limited run at the historic Royal Alexandra Theatre, December 3, 2025 through March 22, 2026.
Interview: 'Kindness Really Can Change People': Writer Jessica Swale on Collaboration and Respect in Adapting PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL For The Stage
by Christiana Rose - Nov 3, 2025
Paddington the Musical is now in previews at the Savoy Theatre, marking a new chapter in the remarkable career of the exceptional Jessica Swale. An Olivier Award-winning playwright, screenwriter, and director, Swale is best known for her witty and historically resonant stage works such as Nell Gwynn and Blue Stockings, as well as her feature film debut Summerland.
by Christiana Rose - Nov 3, 2025
Paddington the Musical is now in previews at the Savoy Theatre, marking a new chapter in the remarkable career of the exceptional Jessica Swale. An Olivier Award-winning playwright, screenwriter, and director, Swale is best known for her witty and historically resonant stage works such as Nell Gwynn and Blue Stockings, as well as her feature film debut Summerland.
Photos: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL Reveals First Look at Bear, Extends West End Run
by Gillian Blum - Nov 1, 2025
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL announced an extension of its run on the West End, along with photos and a video giving a first look at the titular Paddington Bear.
by Gillian Blum - Nov 1, 2025
PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL announced an extension of its run on the West End, along with photos and a video giving a first look at the titular Paddington Bear.
Review: & JULIET at Broadway In Tucson
by Zach Wetzel - Oct 31, 2025
& JULIET, playing at Broadway in Tucson, is a lively jukebox musical stuffed to the brim with charm. Shakespeare and his wife Anne have a little disagreement over the ending of ROMEO AND JULIET.
by Zach Wetzel - Oct 31, 2025
& JULIET, playing at Broadway in Tucson, is a lively jukebox musical stuffed to the brim with charm. Shakespeare and his wife Anne have a little disagreement over the ending of ROMEO AND JULIET.
Teal Wicks, Hayden Tee and More to Join & JULIET on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025
As & Juliet enters its fourth year on Broadway, the production has revealed cast changes, including James Monroe Iglehart taking a leave, Teal Wicks temporarily joining the company, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025
As & Juliet enters its fourth year on Broadway, the production has revealed cast changes, including James Monroe Iglehart taking a leave, Teal Wicks temporarily joining the company, and more.
Photos: PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025
All new rehearsal photography has been released for Paddington The Musical, which opens next month at the Savoy Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025
All new rehearsal photography has been released for Paddington The Musical, which opens next month at the Savoy Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
Tickets to & JULIET at DeVos Performance Hall Go On Sale October 23
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids has announced that single tickets for the Michigan premiere of & Juliet will go on sale October 23, 2025, at noon. The production will run at DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids from March 10 through March 15, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids has announced that single tickets for the Michigan premiere of & Juliet will go on sale October 23, 2025, at noon. The production will run at DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids from March 10 through March 15, 2026.
Video: Watch a 30-Second Quick Change in & JULIET on Broadway
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2025
In a new video, Gianna Harris – who currently plays Juliet in & Juliet on Broadway – runs backstage after 'Baby One More Time,' quickly changing costumes before heading back out in front of the audience for 'Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely.'
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2025
In a new video, Gianna Harris – who currently plays Juliet in & Juliet on Broadway – runs backstage after 'Baby One More Time,' quickly changing costumes before heading back out in front of the audience for 'Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely.'
& JULIET North American Tour to Play Kansas City Music Hall This November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2025
PNC Broadway in Kansas City will present the North American touring production of the hit musical & JULIET at the Kansas City Music Hall from November 18–23, 2025, as part of the 2025–2026 PNC Broadway in Kansas City series.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2025
PNC Broadway in Kansas City will present the North American touring production of the hit musical & JULIET at the Kansas City Music Hall from November 18–23, 2025, as part of the 2025–2026 PNC Broadway in Kansas City series.
Review: & JULIET at Broadway San Diego
by ErinMarie Reiter - Oct 17, 2025
“& JULIET,” the pop-fueled musical now shaking up Broadway, San Diego is a jukebox joyride for anyone raised on TRL, Glee, and pure glittery empowerment.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Oct 17, 2025
“& JULIET,” the pop-fueled musical now shaking up Broadway, San Diego is a jukebox joyride for anyone raised on TRL, Glee, and pure glittery empowerment.
Video: Willemijn Verkaik & Sabrina Weckerlin Perform 'That's The Way It Is' From & JULIET
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2025
To celebrate her run in the show and the passing of the torch from one Anne Hathaway to the next, Willemijn Verkaik got together with Sabrina Weckerlin to record a special duet version of 'That's The Way It Is.' Sabrina Weckerlin will succeed Verkaik on October 21st in the role.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2025
To celebrate her run in the show and the passing of the torch from one Anne Hathaway to the next, Willemijn Verkaik got together with Sabrina Weckerlin to record a special duet version of 'That's The Way It Is.' Sabrina Weckerlin will succeed Verkaik on October 21st in the role.
Video: 'Pretty Little Dead Things' Preview From PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
An all new video has been released, featuring a first listen to the song 'Pretty Little Dead Things', a brand-new track from PADDINGTON The Musical. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
An all new video has been released, featuring a first listen to the song 'Pretty Little Dead Things', a brand-new track from PADDINGTON The Musical. Check out the video here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Luke Sheppard been nominated for?
and Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for & Juliet.
What awards has Luke Sheppard won?
Luke Sheppard won the Best Direction of a Musical award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for the musical & Juliet.
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