Scott Ellis

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Ellis is the Associate Artistic Director of Roundabout Theatre Company. His Broadway credits include She Loves Me (Tony Award nomination, Outer Critics Circle nomination), You Can’t Take It With You (Tony Award nomination, Outer Critics Circle nomination), On the Twentieth Century (Outer Critics Circle nomination), The Elephant Man (Outer Critics Circle nomination), The Mystery Of Edwin Drood (Tony nomination), Harvey, Curtains (Tony nomination), The Little Dog Laughed (Lortel nomination), Twelve Angry Men (Tony nomination), The Man Who Had All The Luck, The Rainmaker, 1776 (Drama Desk, Tony nomination), Company, Steel Pier (Tony nomination), She Loves Me (First Revival, Tony nomination), A Month In The Country, Picnic.
Off-Broadway he worked on Amy and the Orphans, Dada Woof, Papa Hot (LCT), Tom Durnin, Gruesome Playground Injuries, Streamers, Good Boys And True, Entertaining Mr. Sloane, The Waverly Gallery, Flora, The Red Menace (Drama Desk nom), and The World Goes 'Round (Drama Desk Award).
His television work includes "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," HBO's "Divorce," "A Christmas Story Live" (Fox), "Weeds" (EP), "30 Rock" (Emmy nomination, Best Director), "Modern Family."

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Scott Ellis STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 1988
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1984
Lucky

Arnie

Bobby Perillo

Danny

Mrs. Antonelli [Replacement]

Punk

Sugar

Suitor

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Showcase, 1982
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1980
Gussie/Tribune Reporter

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Sally's Boyfriend

Scott Ellis Productions

 
[Broadway, 2024]
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[Broadway, 2019]
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[Chicago, 2018]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
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[Motion Picture, 2017]
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[London, 2017]
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[New York, 2016]
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[Broadway, 2016]
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[West End, 2015] [Replacement]
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[Broadway, 2014]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
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[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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[Broadway, 2010]
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[Off-Broadway, 2010]
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[Los Angeles, 2006]
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[New York, 2005]
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[Broadway, 1999]
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[Broadway, 1998]
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[New York, 1998]
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[Off-Broadway, 1990]
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[New York, 2003]
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Writing

Conceiver
Conceiver
Conceiver

Scott Ellis Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Direction of a Play

Scott Ellis, You Can't Take it with You

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Musical

Scott Ellis, The Mystery of Edwin Drood

The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Director

Scott Ellis, The Little Dog Laughed

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Direction of a Play

Scott Ellis, Twelve Angry Men

Drama Desk Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Scott Ellis, A Little Night Music / The World Goes Round

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Scott Ellis News


The Laura Pels International Foundation for Theater Makes Landmark $2 Million Gift to Roundabout Theatre Company and Reveals New Leadership

The Laura Pels International Foundation for Theater recently made a landmark $2 million gift to Roundabout Theatre Company, fulfilling a pledge made by its founder, Laura Pels, during a special campaign to mark the company’s 50th Anniversary.

Photos: New Look at MAESTRO With Bradley Cooper & Carey Mulligan; In Theaters Now Before Netflix Release

Ahead of the film's Netflix debut, check out new photos of Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan in the film, including shots on set with producer Steven Spielberg. The film also features Gideon Glick, Matt Bomer, Sarah Silverman, Miriam Shor, Maya Hawke, Josh Hamilton, Scott Ellis, Sam Nivola, and Alexa Swinton.

Photo: Check Out New MAESTRO Key Art With Carey Mulligan & Bradley Cooper

Netflix has unveiled new key art for Maestro, the new film following the life and career of Leonard Bernstein. The photo features a new look at Carey Mullian and Cooper in their roles. The cast also features Matt Bomer, Gideon Glick, Maya Hawke, Miriam Shor, Sarah Silverman, Josh Hamilton, Scott Ellis, Sam Nivola, Alexa Swinton, and more.

19th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented To Freya Catrin Smith & Jack Williams

The 19th Annual Fred Ebb Award will be presented to Freya Catrin Smith & Jack Williams.

Rubicon Theatre Company to Present Kander & Ebb Musical Revue THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND Directed By Wren T. Brown

Rubicon Theatre Company will present 'THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND,' a Kander & Ebb Musical Revue directed by Wren T. Brown. Get all the details about the opening night on December 9th at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura!

Leslie Odom Jr., Arielle Jacobs & More to Join The Drama League EMBRACE THE SEASON Gala

Get ready for a night of incredible performances at The Drama League 'Embrace The Season' Gala. Join Leslie Odom Jr., Arielle Jacobs, and other talented artists as they take the stage for an unforgettable evening. Don't miss out on this star-studded event!

World Premiere of COVENANT Extended at Roundabout Underground

Roundabout Theatre Company will present a one-week extension of the world premiere of Covenant by York Walker, directed by Tiffany Nichole Greene.

World Premiere of COVENANT to Open at Roundabout Underground Tomorrow

Roundabout Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Covenant by York Walker, directed by Tiffany Nichole Greene, which opens tomorrow, October 26.

Video: Watch Bradley Cooper as Leonard Bernstein in MAESTRO Trailer With Carey Mulligan, Sarah Silverman & More

Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for Maestro, the new film following the life and career of Leonard Bernstein. Maestro is a towering and fearless love story chronicling the lifelong relationship between Leonard Bernstein and Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein. Watch the video tailer for Bradley Cooper's A Star Is Born followup now!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 18th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 18, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Tracee Chimo Pallero, Santino Fontana, Morgan Spector and Jason Butler Harner Join Roundabout's FALLEN ANGELS Benefit Reading

Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced additional casting for the special Benefit Reading of Noël Coward’s Fallen Angels, directed by Scott Ellis. Check out who will join previously announced Kelli O'Hara and Rose Byrne.

Quincy Tyler Bernstine and Zoe Kazan Complete the Cast of DOUBT: A PARABLE

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced complete casting for John Patrick Shanley’s Tony Award & Pulitzer Prize-winning play Doubt: A Parable,  with direction by Tony Award nominee Scott Ellis. Find out who is joining the cast here!

World Premiere of I NEED THAT Starring Danny DeVito Extended for One Week

The world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel has been extended for one week at Roundabout Theatre Company.

Annaleigh Ashford, Lindsay Mendez, Norm Lewis & More To Join The Drama League's EMBRACE THE SEASON Gala

Annaleigh Ashford, Lindsay Mendez, Norm Lewis, Danny Burstein, and more will be performing at The Drama League's 'Embrace The Season' Gala.

Photos: Inside the MAESTRO Premiere at the New York Film Festival Spotlight Gala at David Geffen

Last night, October 2nd 2023, MAESTRO had its New York Premiere. In attendance were producers Kristie Macosko Krieger, Fred Berner and Amy Durning, and co-writer Josh Singer. Leonard Bernstein's children, Jamie, Alex, and Nina Bernstein, were also in attendance. Check out the photos from the premiere now!

Photo: New Poster Released For Bradley Cooper's Leonard Bernstein Biopic MAESTRO

Netflix has released an all new poster for Maestro, the upcoming Leonard Bernstein biopic starring, co-written, and directed by Bradley Cooper, set to be released next month. Check out the photo here!

Kate Rockwell, Ryann Redmond, Lesli Margherita, Lilli Cooper & More to Lead FEMALE TROUBLES Industry Readings

Get all the details on the upcoming industry readings of FEMALE TROUBLES, featuring stars like Kate Rockwell, Ryann Redmond, and Lesli Margherita.

Lilli Cooper, Santino Fontana & Andrea Martin to Perform at TDF Fall Fundraiser

TDF will host its first major in-person fundraiser since the pandemic on Wednesday, October 25 at 8 a.m. at City Winery. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Rubicon Theatre Company to Present LIFESPAN OF A FACT, ONCE, and More in 25th Silver Anniversary Season

RUBICON THEATRE, Ventura County’s leading not-for-profit theatrical organization committed to entertaining, engaging and enriching the lives of the region’s residents and visitors through innovative live performances, has unveiled the company’s highly anticipated 25th Anniversary “Silver” Season, entitled TRULY YOURS. 

Best Broadway Shows in 2024; What's Coming!

Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2024 and be sure to check back as more engagements are added to the list!

Scott Ellis FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Scott Ellis has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

Scott Ellis has not appeared in the West End

Scott Ellis has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable nominations include Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "Take Me Out," Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "Tootsie," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Tootsie," Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "She Loves Me," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "She Loves Me," Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "On the Twentieth Century," Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "You Can't Take it with You," Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "The Elephant Man," Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for "You Can't Take it with You," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Curtains," Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for "The Little Dog Laughed," Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for "Twelve Angry Men," Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "1776," Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "1776," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "1776," Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "Steel Pier," Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "1776," Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "Steel Pier," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Steel Pier," Best Director of a Musical (Olivier Awards) for "She Loves Me," Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "She Loves Me," Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for "World Goes 'Round," Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "She Loves Me," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "She Loves Me," and Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "A Little Night Music / The World Goes Round."

Scott Ellis has won several awards for his work as a director on Broadway. He received the Outstanding Director - Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for his work on "1776". He also won the Best Director of a Musical award at the Olivier Awards for his direction of "She Loves Me". Additionally, Ellis won the Best Director - Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "She Loves Me". He also received the Outstanding Director - Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for his work on "A Little Night Music" and "The World Goes Round".

Scott Ellis has written 3 shows including And the World Goes 'Round (Conceiver), Steel Pier (Conceiver), The Look of Love (Conceiver).

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