Tommy Kail
Also Credited As: Thomas Kail
Latest News on Tommy Kail:
- Video: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Almost Starred in THE ODD COUPLE on Broadway With Kevin HartJul 10, 2026
- Eisa Davis Deep Dives on ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, ANGELA's MIXTAPE, and WARRIORSJun 14, 2026
- Exclusive: Billy Eichner Looks Back on Theater-Filled Childhood in New Audio MemoirMay 19, 2026
BIO
Thomas Kail won the 2016 Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Hamilton. Kail's Broadway credits include In the Heights (Tony nom.), Lombardi, Magic/Bird. Off-Broadway: Hamilton (the Public; Drama Desk, Lortel and Obie Awards), In the Heights (Callaway Award, Drama Desk/OCC noms), Randy Newman's Faust and The Wiz (City Center), Broke-ology and When I Come to Die (LCT), Family Furniture (The Flea, Drama Desk nom), The Tutors (2ST Uptown).
Other credits: Broke-ology (Williamstown), Once on This Island (Paper Mill) and In the Heights (national tour). Co-creator/director of hip-hop improv group Freestyle Love Supreme. Martin E. Segal Award from Lincoln Center.
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Videos: Watch Norm Lewis, Micaela Diamond & More in UP HERE Musical Numbers
by Michael Major - 2023-03-24 15:42:07
Video: Josh Groban, Annaleigh Ashford, and Tommy Kail Talk SWEENEY TODD on CBS News
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-03-19 11:00:46
VIDEO: See Anthony Veneziale from FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME on THEATER: ALL THE MOVING PARTS
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-11-23 14:34:26
VIDEO: 'Weird Al' Yankovic Releases New Video For 'The Hamilton Polka' Featuring Clips From HAMILTON
by Stephi Wild - 2020-07-05 10:10:33
LISTEN: Christopher Jackson Joins Barack Obama and BeBe Winans on Latest #Hamildrop 'One Last Time (44 Remix)'
by Stephi Wild - 2018-12-21 05:32:20
Photo Flash: 68th Annual Emmy Award Red Carpet Photo Coverage
by Ashlee Latimer - 2016-09-18 21:43:15
TV Exclusive: Watch GREASE LIVE Producer Marc Platt Accept His Emmy!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-09-12 09:14:37
STAGE TUBE: HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda Raps Epic GRAMMYs Acceptance Speech
by Stage Tube - 2016-02-15 23:06:48
VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks HAMILTON's Drama, Love, and Intrigue on CBS Sunday Morning- FULL Interview
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-03-08 13:01:30
VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Explains His Interesting Song Choice for White House Performance
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-03-08 12:14:16
VIDEO: Sneak Peek- Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks HAMILTON and Why Hip-Hop is the Ideal Genre for the Founding Fathers
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-03-07 17:54:07
News
Video: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Almost Starred in THE ODD COUPLE on Broadway With Kevin Hart
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2026
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson revealed that he has a dream of being on Broadway, which almost came true! He shared that he was working on a production of The Odd Couple, in which he was set to star alongside Kevin Hart. Watch the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2026
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson revealed that he has a dream of being on Broadway, which almost came true! He shared that he was working on a production of The Odd Couple, in which he was set to star alongside Kevin Hart. Watch the video here!
Eisa Davis Deep Dives on ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, ANGELA's MIXTAPE, and WARRIORS
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 14, 2026
The Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer and actor Eisa Davis discusses her new play at the Vineyard, ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, as well as her other upcoming projects including a revival of Angela’s Mixtape and the new musical Warriors.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 14, 2026
The Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer and actor Eisa Davis discusses her new play at the Vineyard, ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, as well as her other upcoming projects including a revival of Angela’s Mixtape and the new musical Warriors.
Exclusive: Billy Eichner Looks Back on Theater-Filled Childhood in New Audio Memoir
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026
In his new audio memoir, Billy Eichner looks back on his childhood, filled with movies, music, and Broadway musicals. BroadwayWorld caught up with the performer to discuss his experience working on the book and what he hopes to do next.
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026
In his new audio memoir, Billy Eichner looks back on his childhood, filled with movies, music, and Broadway musicals. BroadwayWorld caught up with the performer to discuss his experience working on the book and what he hopes to do next.
Interview: Mandy Gonzalez On Bringing the Music of Lin-Manuel Miranda to Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025
Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez is coming home to New York and to the music that helped define her career. Read our interview as Everything I Know: Mandy Gonzalez Sings Lin-Manuel Miranda prepares to hit the Carnegie Hall stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025
Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez is coming home to New York and to the music that helped define her career. Read our interview as Everything I Know: Mandy Gonzalez Sings Lin-Manuel Miranda prepares to hit the Carnegie Hall stage.
Interview: Mandy Gonzalez Brings World Premiere of her EVERYTHING I KNOW Tribute to Lin-Manuel Miranda to Boston
by R. Scott Reedy - Sep 15, 2025
Mandy Gonzalez first met Lin-Manuel Miranda when she was cast to play Nina Rosario in the 2007 off-Broadway and 2008 Broadway premieres of “In the Heights.” Born in professional respect, Gonzalez says her relationship with Miranda has since come to mean much more to her.
by R. Scott Reedy - Sep 15, 2025
Mandy Gonzalez first met Lin-Manuel Miranda when she was cast to play Nina Rosario in the 2007 off-Broadway and 2008 Broadway premieres of “In the Heights.” Born in professional respect, Gonzalez says her relationship with Miranda has since come to mean much more to her.
Interview: Ebrin R. Stanley on HAMILTON's 10-Year Legacy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Read BroadwayWorld's July debut of the month feature with Ebrin R. Stanley, who is currently making his Broadway debut in Hamilton as Hercules Mulligan/James Madison.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Read BroadwayWorld's July debut of the month feature with Ebrin R. Stanley, who is currently making his Broadway debut in Hamilton as Hercules Mulligan/James Madison.
Kate Winslet, Kerry Washington, & More Honored for 2024 WIF
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2024
WIF (formerly known as Women In Film, Los Angeles) has announced that Annette Bening, Michelle Buteau, Joey King, Ellen Kuras, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel, Kerry Washington, and Kate Winslet will be honored at the 2024 WIF Honors, taking place on Thursday, October 24, at The Beverly Hilton.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2024
WIF (formerly known as Women In Film, Los Angeles) has announced that Annette Bening, Michelle Buteau, Joey King, Ellen Kuras, Danielle Sanchez-Witzel, Kerry Washington, and Kate Winslet will be honored at the 2024 WIF Honors, taking place on Thursday, October 24, at The Beverly Hilton.
Dwayne Johnson Confirms New MOANA Live-Action Actress Cast, Lin-Manuel Miranda to Return
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024
According to Entertainment Tonight, Dwayne Johnson has confirmed that the live-action Moana has found its star and Lin-Manuel Miranda will return.
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024
According to Entertainment Tonight, Dwayne Johnson has confirmed that the live-action Moana has found its star and Lin-Manuel Miranda will return.
New York City Children's Theater to Present World Premiere of PINOCCHIO at Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2024
New York City Children’s Theater will present the world premiere of PINOCCHIO, a dance/theater production at Theatre Row. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2024
New York City Children’s Theater will present the world premiere of PINOCCHIO, a dance/theater production at Theatre Row. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Stephanie Klemons to Join MOMS' NIGHT OUT At 54 Below This March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2024
Stephanie Klemons joins Moms' Night Out: The Concert Series at 54 Below on March 16th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2024
Stephanie Klemons joins Moms' Night Out: The Concert Series at 54 Below on March 16th.
Applications Now Open for the Fourth Year of the Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2023
Apply now for the Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program and receive funding to pursue your passion in theater. Don't miss this opportunity to launch your career in the performing arts.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2023
Apply now for the Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program and receive funding to pursue your passion in theater. Don't miss this opportunity to launch your career in the performing arts.
Recap the 2023 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
by Team BWW - Jun 11, 2023
The 76th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
by Team BWW - Jun 11, 2023
The 76th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
Broadway By Design: Katz, Lien, Sosa & Steinberg Bring SWEENEY TODD from Page to Stage
by Team BWW - May 6, 2023
In Broadway by Design, BroadwayWorld is shining a spotlight on the stellar designs of this Broadway season, show by show. Today, we continue with the creatives from Broadway's most beloved thriller, Sweeney Todd- Scenic Designer Mimi Lien, Costume Designer Emilio Sosa, Lighting Designer Natasha Katz, and Sound Designer Nevin Steinberg.
by Team BWW - May 6, 2023
In Broadway by Design, BroadwayWorld is shining a spotlight on the stellar designs of this Broadway season, show by show. Today, we continue with the creatives from Broadway's most beloved thriller, Sweeney Todd- Scenic Designer Mimi Lien, Costume Designer Emilio Sosa, Lighting Designer Natasha Katz, and Sound Designer Nevin Steinberg.
Videos: Watch Norm Lewis, Micaela Diamond & More in UP HERE Musical Numbers
by Michael Major - Mar 24, 2023
Up Here features an impressive lineup of Broadway stars, including Andréa Burns, Katie Finneran, Norm Lewis, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Aisha Jackson, Micaela Diamond, and more, performing new songs by EGOT winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (“Frozen, “Coco,“ “WandaVision,” “Book of Mormon”). Watch the music videos now!
by Michael Major - Mar 24, 2023
Up Here features an impressive lineup of Broadway stars, including Andréa Burns, Katie Finneran, Norm Lewis, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Aisha Jackson, Micaela Diamond, and more, performing new songs by EGOT winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (“Frozen, “Coco,“ “WandaVision,” “Book of Mormon”). Watch the music videos now!
Video: Josh Groban, Annaleigh Ashford, and Tommy Kail Talk SWEENEY TODD on CBS News
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 19, 2023
Watch Josh Groban, Annaleigh Ashford, and Tommy Kail discuss the Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd with CBS News.
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 19, 2023
Watch Josh Groban, Annaleigh Ashford, and Tommy Kail discuss the Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd with CBS News.
Broadway Women's Fund Names 2023 Industry Women to Watch
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2023
To spotlight women in leadership, the Broadway Women’s Fund has announced the fourth annual Women to Watch on Broadway.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2023
To spotlight women in leadership, the Broadway Women’s Fund has announced the fourth annual Women to Watch on Broadway.
Interview: Jordan Fisher on Bringing SWEENEY TODD to a 'New Generation'
by Michael Major - Feb 12, 2023
Broadway fans are just weeks away from attending the tale of Sweeney Todd once again, and Jordan Fisher is feeling the anticipation. BroadwayWorld caught up with Fisher to discuss what new and old fans of Sweeney Todd can expect from the production, being inspired by Stephen Sondheim, what rehearsals have been like, and more.
by Michael Major - Feb 12, 2023
Broadway fans are just weeks away from attending the tale of Sweeney Todd once again, and Jordan Fisher is feeling the anticipation. BroadwayWorld caught up with Fisher to discuss what new and old fans of Sweeney Todd can expect from the production, being inspired by Stephen Sondheim, what rehearsals have been like, and more.
Applications Now Open for the Third Year of the Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2022
Applications for The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program are now open. The program seeks to uplift and support the next generation of Black, Asian, Latinx, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) theatre-makers working behind the scenes.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2022
Applications for The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program are now open. The program seeks to uplift and support the next generation of Black, Asian, Latinx, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) theatre-makers working behind the scenes.
Listen: Fox News National Security Correspondent Jennifer Griffin on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Sep 26, 2022
Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. This week's episode features Fox News reporter, Jennifer Griffin who discussed her career and more. Listen to the full episode here!
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - Sep 26, 2022
Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. This week's episode features Fox News reporter, Jennifer Griffin who discussed her career and more. Listen to the full episode here!
Interview: FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME's Aneesa Folds Raps On Her Journey With the Tour & the FLS Academy
by Gil Kaan - Jul 2, 2022
The national tour of Freestyle Love Supreme lands at the Pasadena Playhouse July 12, 2022. This theatrical creation of Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail and Anthony Veneziale’s received a Special Tony Award in 2020. I had a very delightful phoner with cast member Aneesa Folds.
by Gil Kaan - Jul 2, 2022
The national tour of Freestyle Love Supreme lands at the Pasadena Playhouse July 12, 2022. This theatrical creation of Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail and Anthony Veneziale’s received a Special Tony Award in 2020. I had a very delightful phoner with cast member Aneesa Folds.
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