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BIO

Broadway credits include this season’s An Enemy of the People with Jeremy Strong and Michael Imperioli, Macbeth with Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga, King Lear with Glenda Jackson, A Doll’s House, Part 2 (Tony Award Nomination), The Glass Menagerie, Fun Home (Tony Award), The Real Thing, The Realistic Joneses, Seminar. Recent credits: Hamlet (The Public Theatre), Othello (New York Theatre Workshop), The Flick (Playwrights Horizons, Barrow Street Theatre, National Theatre; Lucille Lortel Award nomination), The Glass Menagerie (Toneelgroep, Amsterdam), John (Signature Theatre; Obie Award, Lortel and Drama Desk Award nomination), The Village Bike (MCC Theatre), and Uncle Vanya (Soho Repertory Theatre; Drama Desk nomination), among others.

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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2024]
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[Broadway, 2024]
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[Off-Broadway, 2023] Cancelled
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[Off-Broadway, 2022]
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[Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
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[Broadway, 2019]
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[London, 2018]
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[Off-Broadway, 2017]
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[Broadway, 2017]
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[Broadway, 2017]
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[Off-Broadway, 2016]
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[US Tour, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2015]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2014]
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[Off-Broadway, 2014]
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[Broadway, 2014]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
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[Broadway, 2013]
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[Off-Broadway, 2012]
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[Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2010]
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[Off-Broadway, 2009]
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[Off-Broadway, 2009]
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[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 0]
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Movies

White Noise
[ 2022 ] Alfonse

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Direction of a Play

Sam Gold, A Doll's House, Part 2

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Sam GoldJohn


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2015 - Best Direction of a Musical

Sam Gold, Fun Home


winner
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Direction of a Musical

Sam Gold, Fun Home

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Sam Gold, Fun Home

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Sam Gold, Fun Home

The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Director

Sam Gold, Fun Home

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Sam GoldUncle Vanya

The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Director

Sam Gold, The Flick


winner
The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Director

Sam GoldThe Big Meal

The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Director

Sam Gold, Look Back in Anger


winner
Obie Awards - 2010 - Directing

Sam Gold, Circle Mirror Transformation


winner
Obie Awards - 2010 - Directing

Sam Gold, The Aliens

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Sam Gold, Circle Mirror Transformation

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News


Amber Gray-Led HEARTWORM Sets World Premiere in Silicon Valley
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 16, 2026

Heartworm, a new sci-fi drama featuring Tony Award nominee Amber Gray, will make its World Premiere at the 2026 Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival, running March 10 through March 22, 2026 in Silicon Valley.
Amber Iman, Victoria Clark, Brandon Uranowitz and More Join 2026 Vineyard Theatre Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026

Vineyard Theatre has revealed the initial line-up of stars set for Vineyard Theatre's 2026 Gala, honoring four-time Tony Award nominee Judy Kuhn and renowned entertainment attorney David Berlin.
Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Juliette Lewis & More Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW- Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026

It's time to meet Broadway's new creatures of the night! Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, with direction by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton.
Riz Ahmed-Led HAMLET Sets North American Release Date
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2026

Hamlet, a new reimagining of the Shakespeare tragedy, has been acquired by Vertical for North American distribution. The movie will be released in U.S. theaters on April 10.
Interview: Meet the General Managers That Keep Broadway Running, Wendy Orshan and Jeffrey M. Wilson
by Robert Diamond - Jan 6, 2026

Every Broadway show needs general management and Wendy Orshan and Jeffrey M. Wilson are here to provide. The pair heads 101 Productions, Ltd.- a theatrical General Management firm formed in 1994.
Video: Riz Ahmed Stars as HAMLET in First Trailer for Modern Reimagining
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 19, 2025

The first trailer has been released for Hamlet, a modern reimagining of the Shakespeare tragedy starring Riz Ahmed as the titular prince. The film will open in the UK in February. Watch the trailer now.
Sam Gold-Inspired OTHELLO Movie Starring David Oyelowo, Rachel Brosnahan, Cynthia Erivo Announced
by Gillian Blum - Nov 23, 2025

James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli will be bringing an Othello movie based on Sam Gold's 2016 production to the screen; The film will star David Oyelowo, Rachel Brosnahan, Cynthia Erivo, Variety reports.
Photos: Josh Groban, Darren Criss and More Honor Anna Wintour at Only Make Believe 25th Anniversary Gala
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 16, 2025

Only Make Believe celebrated its 25th Anniversary Gala on Monday, October 13, at the historic Shubert Theatre, hosted by John Oliver. Check out photos from the evening below!
Photos: PRINCE F****T Celebrates Gala Night Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2025

Jordan Tannahill's Prince Faggot is now running an additional three weeks, through November 30, in Seaview's new Off-Broadway home. Check out photos from the show's gala night here!
Meet the Cast of WAITING FOR GODOT, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2025

Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot is now on Broadway! Meet the cast of Waiting For Godot and learn more about the show here! 
Oscar Isaac HAMLET Documentary to Premiere at Telluride Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 28, 2025

King Hamlet, a new documentary that follows Oscar Isaac during the 2017 production of Hamlet at the Public Theater, is set to make its world premiere at this year's Telluride Film Festival.
PRINCE FAGG*T to be Presented at Studio Seaview This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025

The world premiere production of Jordan Tannahill’s Prince Faggot will be presented in Seaview’s new Off-Broadway home this fall. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!
Interview: Ryan Colone is ANGRY ALAN's On Stage Surprise
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2025

Making his Off-Broadway debut, Ryan Colone steps into a pivotal (and surprising) role as the son of John Krasinski’s character in Angry Alan at Studio Seaview. Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Colonel here.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of ANGRY ALAN, Starring John Krasinski
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 13, 2025

The newest Off-Broadway venue, Studio Seaview, officially opened its doors and celebrated the opening of Angry Alan, starring John Krasinski, written by Penelope Skinner and directed by Sam Gold. Check out photos from inside the big night!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 13, 2025
by - Jun 13, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 13, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: John Krasinski in ANGRY ALAN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025

Performances are now underway for John Krasinski in Penelope Skinner’s ANGRY ALAN, directed by Sam Gold. This inaugural production at Studio Seaview plays through August 3. Read the reviews here!
Honorees Revealed For the Stage Managers' Association Del Hughes Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

The Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) has announced its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management. Learn more here!
DEATH BECOMES HER vs. MINCEMEAT Battle For Best Ensemble In The BWW Awards; Last Chance To Vote!
by BWW Awards - Jun 2, 2025

This is the final chance to vote for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!
The Best Tony Awards Fashions of the 2020s
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025

Let’s take a look back at some of the most unforgettable looks that turned the Tony Awards into a true fashion spectacle. Check out photos of all of our favorite Tony Awards fashions of the 2020s!
Photos: John Krasinski in ANGRY ALAN, Now Playing Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025

All new photos have been released of John Krasinski in Penelope Skinner’s ANGRY ALAN, directed by Sam Gold. Check out the photos here and learn more about the show!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Sam Gold been nominated for?

Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Doll's House, Part 2, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for John, Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Fun Home, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fun Home, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Fun Home, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Fun Home, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Fun Home, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Uncle Vanya, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for The Flick, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for The Big Meal, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Look Back in Anger , Directing (Obie Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation, Directing (Obie Awards) for The Aliens and Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation.

What awards has Sam Gold won?

Sam Gold has won several prestigious awards for his work in theater. He received the Best Direction of a Musical award from the BroadwayWorld Awards for Fun Home and also won the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for the same production. Additionally, he was honored with the Outstanding Director award from The Lortel Awards for The Big Meal. Sam Gold has also earned Obie Awards for directing both Circle Mirror Transformation and The Aliens.

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