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Thomas Schumacher serves as President & Producer of Disney Theatrical Productions, overseeing the development, creation and execution of Disney's legitimate Stage Entertainment worldwide. The division's credits include Beauty and the Beast, King David, The Lion King, Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida, On the Record, High School Musical, TARZAN, Mary Poppins, The Little Mermaid, Peter and the Starcatcher, Newsies, Aladdin, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Shakespeare in Love, Freaky Friday and Frozen. Recently he served as Executive Producer for the live-action film Beauty and the Beast. As President of Walt Disney Feature Animation, he oversaw some 21 animated features, including The Lion King, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Pocahontas, Mulan, Tarzan, Hercules and Lilo & Stitch, and worked closely with Pixar on their first five films. Mr. Schumacher is the author of "How Does the Show Go On? An Introduction to the Theater." He is on the executive committee of Broadway Cares, a longtime Board Member of The Actors Fund a former mentor for the TDF Open Doors program, and is a member of numerous boards. He is a former mentor for the TDF Open Doors program and serves as an adjunct professor at Columbia University.

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[West End, 2021]
Producing Director
 
[Broadway, 2018] [Replacement]
Producer[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2014] [Replacement]
Producer[Replacement]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Producer
 
[Regional (US), 2011]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[US Tour, 2009]
President and Producer, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[US Tour, 2007]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Broadway, 2006]
President and Producer, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[West End, 2004]
President and Producer, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Producing Director
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group
 
[Broadway, 1994]
Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group

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Conceiver

Thomas Schumacher Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Musical

Thomas Schumacher, Aladdin

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Musical

Thomas Schumacher, Newsies the Musical

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Video: FROZEN North American Tour Cast Performs at The White House

Watch the cast of the North American Tour of Frozen perform at The White House

THE LION KING to Open a New Toronto Sit-Down Production

Toronto will become the first city in North America to have a second sit-down production of Disney’s The Lion King. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

FROZEN North American Tour Welcomes 2 Million Guests

The North American tour of Disney's Frozen has surpassed two million guests as of Thursday, November 16 at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre in Indianapolis, IN, where the hit Broadway musical is playing through Sunday, November 26.

THE LION KING Celebrates 26th Anniversary on Broadway

The Lion King celebrates its 26th anniversary on Broadway today, Monday, November 13th.  

Disney's ALADDIN is On Sale Now with Broadway Grand Rapids

Disney's Aladdin tickets are now on sale for DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids. Don't miss this hit Broadway musical comedy from January 16-21, 2024.

Disney's ALADDIN At DeVos Performance Hall On Sale Today

Tickets for Disney’s Aladdin are now on sale. Contact Jennifer Pascua, Marketing Director at Broadway Grand Rapids for more information.

Buddy Holly Hall Premiere Engagement of Disney's THE LION KING Generates Estimated $6 Million Economic Impact

Disney's THE LION KING is coming to The Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock, TX, presented by The American Theatre Guild. Check out the latest news and show information.

Disney's THE LION KING On Sale October 30 At Segerstrom Center For The Arts

Disney Theatrical Productions and Segerstrom Center for the Arts announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 10 AM. 

DISNEY'S FROZEN On Sale At Stranahan Theater, Monday, October 30

Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Andrew Flatt, Anne Quart, and Thomas Schumacher, and The American Theatre Guild announced today that single tickets for the long-awaited production of Disney's Frozen will go on sale to the public on Monday, October 30 at 10:00 a.m.  

Tickets for ALADDIN at The Fox Center Go On Sale Next Week

Tickets for Disney’s Aladdin at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta will go on sale to the public on Oct. 27. The hit Broadway musical comedy will run from Jan. 9-14, 2024.

ALADDIN North American Tour Celebrates One-Year Anniversary Next Week

As the new North American tour of Disney's Aladdin will celebrate its one-year anniversary on Monday, October 16, the hit Broadway musical comedy's worldwide success continues with its 11th and 12th productions opening during the next year.

VIDEO: Watch THE LION KING's Broadway Makeup Team Transform Stephen Carlile into Scar

Watch a video of the Broadway makeup team transforming Stephen Carlile into the iconic villain Scar here!

THE LION KING Will Hold Open Auditions Across The UK

Disney's award-winning musical THE LION KING is holding a nationwide call out for singers and dancers who wish to join the West End company in the future. Learn more about how to attend an audition here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 29th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 29, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Thomas Schumacher Will Take on New Role as Disney Theatrical's Chief Creative Officer

Thomas Schumacher will step down as President & Producer of Disney Theatrical Productions to take on a new role as the Chief Creative Officer.

Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At Keller Auditorium, October 2

Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway in Portland announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Monday, October 2 at 10 a.m. 

THE LION KING UK & Ireland Tour Brings in Over 150,000 Audience Members at Birmingham Hippodrome

Disney’s THE LION KING UK & Ireland Tour ended its 11-week run at Birmingham Hippodrome on Saturday 16 September having performed to over 150,000 audience members. Learn more about the tour here!

Eric Ulloa & Andrew Keenan-Bolger's MIKEY'S ARMY to Make NYC Debut at NewFest's LGBTQ+ Film Festival

Mikey’s Army will make its New York City festival debut as part of NewFest’s 35th Annual New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival which runs October 12 - 24, 2023.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Comes to Brisbane in 2024

Brisbane audiences will experience the romance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast when the much-anticipated season of the hit musical opens in Brisbane in February 2024. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!

Museum of Broadway Adds Costumes Worn By Lea Michele and Ben Platt Plus More Exclusive Artifacts

Guests visiting the Museum of Broadway can view new artifacts including the “Don’t Rain On My Parade” costume worn by Lea Michele in Funny Girl and a suit worn by Ben Platt in the 2023 Tony Award-winning Best Revival of a Musical Parade.

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Thomas Schumacher has written 1 shows including On the Record (Conceiver).

Thomas Schumacher has been nominated for the Best Musical category at the Tony Awards for two shows: Aladdin and Newsies the Musical.

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