Mitch Leigh
Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Latest News on Mitch Leigh:
Full Cast Set for MAN OF LA MANCHA at Actors' Playhouse (Oct 28, 2025)
MAN OF LA MANCHA and More Set for Birmingham Village Players 103rd Season (Jul 22, 2025)
Review: PICKNIC POPS: “PATRIOTIC POPS” at Grand Rapids Symphony (Jul 22, 2025)
Full Cast Set for MAN OF LA MANCHA at Actors' Playhouse (Oct 28, 2025)
MAN OF LA MANCHA and More Set for Birmingham Village Players 103rd Season (Jul 22, 2025)
Review: PICKNIC POPS: “PATRIOTIC POPS” at Grand Rapids Symphony (Jul 22, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Direction of a Musical
Mitch Leigh, The King and I
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1966 - Best Musical
Mitch Leigh, Man of La Mancha
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Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Mitch Leigh, Man of La Mancha
Videos
VIDEO: Watch a Trailer for Westport County Playhouse's MAN OF LA MANCHA
by Stephi Wild - 2018-09-29 17:05:04
Video: First Look at THE UNDERSTUDY at Westport Country Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-08-20 18:55:40
VIDEO: Watch Jason Danieley, Julia Murney, Bryce Pinkham & More Sing from Transport Group's MAN OF LA MANCHA!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-12-22 10:54:45
VIDEO: On This Day, March 16: Remembering Composer and Director, Mitch Leigh
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-03-16 00:00:02
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from MAN OF LA MANCHA at The Marriott Theatre
by Stage Tube - 2016-06-28 21:55:00
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from Shakespeare Theatre Company's MAN OF LA MANCHA, Starring Anthony Warlow
by Stage Tube - 2015-03-24 17:42:08
STAGE TUBE: Paul Schoeffler and More in TUTS' MAN OF LA MANCHA - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - 2013-02-26 19:49:40
TV: Davis Gaines, Lesli Margherita & Company Reflect on MAN OF LA MANCHA at Musical Theatre West
by Michael Sterling and Jerry Evans - 2012-02-24 18:03:39
News
Full Cast Set for MAN OF LA MANCHA at Actors' Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for its landmark 30th anniversary production of Man of La Mancha, the Tony Award-winning musical that holds a special place in the theatre's history.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for its landmark 30th anniversary production of Man of La Mancha, the Tony Award-winning musical that holds a special place in the theatre's history.
MAN OF LA MANCHA and More Set for Birmingham Village Players 103rd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025
Birmingham Village Players will open its 103rd season this fall with five productions including Man of La Mancha and more. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025
Birmingham Village Players will open its 103rd season this fall with five productions including Man of La Mancha and more. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: PICKNIC POPS: “PATRIOTIC POPS” at Grand Rapids Symphony
by Brian Hilbrand - Jul 22, 2025
What did our critic think of PICKNIC POPS: “PATRIOTIC POPS” at Grand Rapids Symphony? The Grand Rapids Symphony is reviving its most iconic and popular summer tradition. The Family Fare Picnic Pops has moved to Secchia Meadows at Millennium Park, and a unique concerts for every music lover! Picnic Pops debuted at Cannonsburg Ski Area in 1995 and quickly became a family-friendly West Michigan summer favorite. The series was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, and since then, the Symphony has been working to bring Picnic Pops back to the community.
by Brian Hilbrand - Jul 22, 2025
What did our critic think of PICKNIC POPS: “PATRIOTIC POPS” at Grand Rapids Symphony? The Grand Rapids Symphony is reviving its most iconic and popular summer tradition. The Family Fare Picnic Pops has moved to Secchia Meadows at Millennium Park, and a unique concerts for every music lover! Picnic Pops debuted at Cannonsburg Ski Area in 1995 and quickly became a family-friendly West Michigan summer favorite. The series was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, and since then, the Symphony has been working to bring Picnic Pops back to the community.
Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at Diamond Head Theatre
by F.H. Kekoa - Jun 4, 2025
Now, when Bryce Chaddick brings Man of La Mancha to Diamond Head Theatre in 2025, it is in the midst of an alarming rise of fascism and authoritarianism both at home and abroad, and the threat that artists and dreaming impossible dreams poses to those power structures is constantly in the headlines.
by F.H. Kekoa - Jun 4, 2025
Now, when Bryce Chaddick brings Man of La Mancha to Diamond Head Theatre in 2025, it is in the midst of an alarming rise of fascism and authoritarianism both at home and abroad, and the threat that artists and dreaming impossible dreams poses to those power structures is constantly in the headlines.
Musical Theatre West Reveals 2026 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025
Musical Theatre West (MTW) has announced the four musicals that will make up its 74th annual season of Broadway-caliber musicals. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025
Musical Theatre West (MTW) has announced the four musicals that will make up its 74th annual season of Broadway-caliber musicals. Learn more about the lineup here!
DEAR EVAN HANSEN and More Set for Actors' Playhouse 2025-2026 Mainstage Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre has unveiled its 2025-2026 Mainstage Season, marking an extraordinary milestone: the company's 30th anniversary at the historic Miracle Theatre. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre has unveiled its 2025-2026 Mainstage Season, marking an extraordinary milestone: the company's 30th anniversary at the historic Miracle Theatre. Learn more!
MAN OF LA MANCHA Will Open at Piedmont Opera
by Emmy Rice - Mar 15, 2025
This musical, with music by Mitch Leigh, lyrics by Joe Darion, and a book by Dale Wasserman, tells the inspirational tale of Miguel de Cervantes and his larger-than-life alter ego, Don Quixote.
by Emmy Rice - Mar 15, 2025
This musical, with music by Mitch Leigh, lyrics by Joe Darion, and a book by Dale Wasserman, tells the inspirational tale of Miguel de Cervantes and his larger-than-life alter ego, Don Quixote.
How Many Broadway Musicals Are Based on TV Shows?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 12, 2025
With Smash about to make a splash on Broadway this season, the question was asked: how many Broadway musicals have been based on television? While historically, far more Broadway musicals have been based on books or movies, television shows have also provided source materials for several productions on the main stem.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 12, 2025
With Smash about to make a splash on Broadway this season, the question was asked: how many Broadway musicals have been based on television? While historically, far more Broadway musicals have been based on books or movies, television shows have also provided source materials for several productions on the main stem.
Monthly Birthday Tribute: Take the Quiz!
by Rob Lester - Jan 1, 2025
Take BWW Cabaret's monthly quiz and see how much you know about music stars born in January. If your New Year's Resolution is to learn more about music, here's a fun way to do that for New Year's.
by Rob Lester - Jan 1, 2025
Take BWW Cabaret's monthly quiz and see how much you know about music stars born in January. If your New Year's Resolution is to learn more about music, here's a fun way to do that for New Year's.
Opera North Unveils Summerfest 2025 Productions & Ticket Subscription Discount
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2024
Opera North has revealed the company's selections for Summerfest 2025 that promise to bring three enchanting new productions to Blow-Me-Down Farm. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2024
Opera North has revealed the company's selections for Summerfest 2025 that promise to bring three enchanting new productions to Blow-Me-Down Farm. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Theatre Life with Danny Troob
by Elliot Lanes - Aug 30, 2024
Today’s subject, Danny Troob, has been living his theatre life for over 50 years as an accomplished orchestrator and dance music composer. You can currently hear his orchestral brilliance in Signature Theatre’s production of Soft Power. The show runs through September 15th in The MAX.
by Elliot Lanes - Aug 30, 2024
Today’s subject, Danny Troob, has been living his theatre life for over 50 years as an accomplished orchestrator and dance music composer. You can currently hear his orchestral brilliance in Signature Theatre’s production of Soft Power. The show runs through September 15th in The MAX.
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 14, 2024
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 14, 2024
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA, This Tale of A Knight Errant Proves No Fool's Errand at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - Mar 5, 2024
“Don Quixote”, Miguel de Cervantes’ epic Spanish masterpiece and arguably the world’s first modern novel, has survived the ravages of time since its initial publishing in 1605 as well as the pernicious predations of countless other “authors” who stole Cervantes’ story and published unofficial sequels to the tale over following years, particularly in the new world.
by Charlie Thomas - Mar 5, 2024
“Don Quixote”, Miguel de Cervantes’ epic Spanish masterpiece and arguably the world’s first modern novel, has survived the ravages of time since its initial publishing in 1605 as well as the pernicious predations of countless other “authors” who stole Cervantes’ story and published unofficial sequels to the tale over following years, particularly in the new world.
Tessa Lang and Johannes Schwaiger Will Perform ALL THE LOVE IN THE WORLD
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024
Advanced tickets are on sale for the June 6th performance of All the Love in The World, a collection of love songs presented by Dreamgates, featuring celebrated vocalists Tessa Lang and Johannes Schwaiger.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024
Advanced tickets are on sale for the June 6th performance of All the Love in The World, a collection of love songs presented by Dreamgates, featuring celebrated vocalists Tessa Lang and Johannes Schwaiger.
Previews: MAN OF LA MANCHA Announces Full Cast at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - Feb 7, 2024
Theatre 29 proudly announces the cast and creative team for the third show in its 25th season, MAN OF LA MANCHA. Gary Daigneault directs this reimagined musical which was written by Dale Wasserman, with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion. Bianca Stoker is the Music Director with Lisa Hodgson doing Choreography. MAN OF LA MANCHA opens March 1st and runs through March 17, at the Theatre 29 complex at 73637 Sullivan Road in Twentynine Palms.
by Charlie Thomas - Feb 7, 2024
Theatre 29 proudly announces the cast and creative team for the third show in its 25th season, MAN OF LA MANCHA. Gary Daigneault directs this reimagined musical which was written by Dale Wasserman, with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion. Bianca Stoker is the Music Director with Lisa Hodgson doing Choreography. MAN OF LA MANCHA opens March 1st and runs through March 17, at the Theatre 29 complex at 73637 Sullivan Road in Twentynine Palms.
MAN OF LA MANCHA To Be Presented By Southbank Theatre Company in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2024
Southbank Theatre Company presents 'Man of La Mancha' at the newly renovated Shelton Auditorium. Tickets on sale now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2024
Southbank Theatre Company presents 'Man of La Mancha' at the newly renovated Shelton Auditorium. Tickets on sale now.
Interview: Mauricio Martinez of 5'11' BASED IN NYC at 54 Below October 5th & 6th
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 30, 2023
As the days check off before his upcoming two-night concert and live recording at 54 Below, Mauricio Martinez has some things to say about gratitude, being Mexican, and being a live performer.
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 30, 2023
As the days check off before his upcoming two-night concert and live recording at 54 Below, Mauricio Martinez has some things to say about gratitude, being Mexican, and being a live performer.
Merola Opera Program Concludes Season With Merola Grand Finale
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023
Merola Opera Program’s 2023 Summer Festival comes to a triumphant conclusion with the Merola Grand Finale, featuring all of this year’s young artists performing a dazzling array of opera’s most brilliant arias, duets, and more, on the stage of the War Memorial Opera House. Conducted by Maestro Kelly Kuo and directed by 2023 Merola Stage Director Tania Arazi Coambs, this evening showcases the extraordinary talent of the 2023 cohort.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2023
Merola Opera Program’s 2023 Summer Festival comes to a triumphant conclusion with the Merola Grand Finale, featuring all of this year’s young artists performing a dazzling array of opera’s most brilliant arias, duets, and more, on the stage of the War Memorial Opera House. Conducted by Maestro Kelly Kuo and directed by 2023 Merola Stage Director Tania Arazi Coambs, this evening showcases the extraordinary talent of the 2023 cohort.
Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - May 22, 2023
What did our critic think of MAN OF LA MANCHA at Asolo Repertory Theatre?
by Carolan Trbovich - May 22, 2023
What did our critic think of MAN OF LA MANCHA at Asolo Repertory Theatre?
MAN OF LA MANCHA is Now Playing at Delaware Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023
Man of La Mancha is now playing at Delaware Theatre Company. The production is written by Dale Wasserman with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion, and is directed by Matt Silva.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023
Man of La Mancha is now playing at Delaware Theatre Company. The production is written by Dale Wasserman with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion, and is directed by Matt Silva.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Mitch Leigh written?
Mitch Leigh has written 8 shows including Purple Dust (Composer), Man of La Mancha (Composer), Chu Chem (Composer), Cry for Us All (Composer), Halloween (Composer), Home Sweet Homer (Composer), Sarava (Composer), Ain't Broadway Grand (Composer).
What awards has Mitch Leigh been nominated for?
Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The King and I, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Man of La Mancha and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Man of La Mancha.
What awards has Mitch Leigh won?
Mitch Leigh won the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Man of La Mancha. He also received the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Man of La Mancha.
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