Walter Bobbie
Latest News on Walter Bobbie:
PAMELA PALMER Opens Tonight at Williamstown Theatre Festival (Jul 25, 2024)
Robyn Hurder Will Miss Performances of CHICAGO Due to a Hamstring Injury (Jul 24, 2024)
PHOTOS: CHICAGO se estrena en Málaga (Jul 21, 2024)
PAMELA PALMER Opens Tonight at Williamstown Theatre Festival (Jul 25, 2024)
Robyn Hurder Will Miss Performances of CHICAGO Due to a Hamstring Injury (Jul 24, 2024)
PHOTOS: CHICAGO se estrena en Málaga (Jul 21, 2024)
Walter Bobbie BIO
Walter Bobbie won the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards as director of the international hit Chicago which and has become the longest-running revival in Broadway history. Recent directing includes David Ives's New Jerusalem, Venus in Fur, and The School for Lies, all at Classic Stage Company, Ives' The Other Woman at EST, as well as Jeff Talbott's The Submission at MCC, Evan Smith's The Savannah Disputation at Playwrights Horizons, Christopher Durang's The Marriage of Bette & Boo at the Roundabout, and Terrence McNally's Golden Age at the Kennedy Center. Broadway credits include White Christmas, High Fidelity, Sweet Charity, Twentieth Century, Footloose, and A Grand Night for Singing. Bobbie is also an actor who appeared in a range of plays and musicals from the original cast of Grease to Shaw's Getting Married at Circle in the Square, Assassins at Playwrights Horizons, I Love My Wife, Going Up, A History of the American Film, Driving Miss Daisy, Café Crown, and Lincoln Center's Anything Goes, among others. He received a Drama Desk nomination for his performance as Nicely-Nicely in 1992 revival of Guys and Dolls, and Drama Desk, Outer Critics' Circle and Lucille Lortel Award nominations for his performance in David Ives's Polish Joke at Manhattan Theatre Club. Bobbie was Artistic Director for City Center's acclaimed Encores!, and serves on the Executive Board of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society.
Walter Bobbie Photos
Daniel Sunjata, Mandi Masden, Walter Bobbie, Lou Sumrall, John Davenport, Matthew Saldivar, John Glover, Condola Rashad, Patrick Page, Max Gordon Moore, Adam Chanler-Berat, Robert Stanton and Russell G. Jones
Date:
04/26/2018
From: Photo Coverage: Condola Rashad & Company Celebrate Opening Night of SAINT JOAN
Barry Grove with Daniel Sunjata, Mandi Masden, Walter Bobbie, Lou Sumrall, John Davenport, Matthew Saldivar, John Glover, Condola Rashad, Patrick Page, Max Gordon Moore, Adam Chanler-Berat, Robert Stanton and Russell G. Jones and cast
Date:
04/26/2018
From: Photo Coverage: Condola Rashad & Company Celebrate Opening Night of SAINT JOAN
Maurice Jones, Daniel Sunjata, Max Gordon Moore, Matthew Saldivar, John Glover, Adam Chanler-Berat, Condola Rashad, Walter Bobbie, Jack Davenport, Russell G. Jones, Patrick Page, Lou Sumrall, Robert Stanton
Date:
03/14/2018
From: Photo Coverage: Condola Rashad and the Cast of SAINT JOAN Meet the Press!
Walter Bobbie STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater and National Theatre One-Night Reading, 2017
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse
Senator Lamar Alexander
Senator Tim Kaine
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1977
Wally (Standby) [Replacement]
Alvin (Standby) [Replacement]
Walter Bobbie Productions
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Director
Writing
Bookwriter
Conceiver
Walter Bobbie Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Bright Star
The Lortels - 2010 - Outstanding Director
Walter Bobbie, Venus in Fur
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Sweet Charity
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play
Walter Bobbie, Polish Joke
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Walter Bobbie, Polish Joke
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actor
Walter Bobbie, Polish Joke
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Book of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Footloose
Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Director
Walter Bobbie, Chicago
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Director - Musical
Walter Bobbie, Chicago
winner
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Direction of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Chicago
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Walter Bobbie, Chicago
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Book of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, A Grand Night for Singing
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
Walter Bobbie , Crazy for You
Walter Bobbie Videos
Video: CHICAGO'S New Stars Olivia Holt, Kimberly Marable And More Take Their First Bows!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2023
Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon Sing CHICAGO's 'I Am My Own Best Friend' and More with ELLE
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 25, 2023
Video: CHICAGO's Jinkx Monsoon Speaks Out Against Anti-Drag Laws in MSNBC Interview
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 18, 2023
VIDEO: Sea Lion and Trainer Dance to 'Cell Block Tango' from CHICAGO
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 19, 2023
VIDEO: Angelica Ross and Brandon Victor Dixon Take First Bows in CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2022
VIDEO: Watch an All New Trailer For 42nd Street Moon's A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022
VIDEO: 'I'm Gonna Wash That Man' From A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING At Goodspeed
by Alan Henry - Oct 12, 2021
VIDEO: Goodspeed Presents A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Featuring Mamie Parris, Mauricio Martínez, Diane Phelan & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2021
Walter Bobbie News
PAMELA PALMER Opens Tonight at Williamstown Theatre Festival
The Williamstown Theatre Festival’s world premiere of Pamela Palmer by Tony Award nominee David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie opens on July 25. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
The Williamstown Theatre Festival’s world premiere of Pamela Palmer by Tony Award nominee David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie opens on July 25. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Robyn Hurder Will Miss Performances of CHICAGO Due to a Hamstring Injury
Robyn Hurder has taken to social media to share that she will be missing some upcoming performances of Chicago due to a hamstring injury.
Robyn Hurder has taken to social media to share that she will be missing some upcoming performances of Chicago due to a hamstring injury.
PHOTOS: CHICAGO se estrena en Málaga
La gira de CHICAGO continúa por España con su segunda parada, que permanecerá en Málaga hasta el 4 de agosto, y gracias a la cuenta de Instagram oficial del Teatro Cervantes de Málaga hemos podido ver las fotos del estreno de Daniel Pérez, con Teresa Abarca, Ela Ruiz, Jaime Zatarain, Inma Cuevas, A. Bolea y Ángel Saavedra.
La gira de CHICAGO continúa por España con su segunda parada, que permanecerá en Málaga hasta el 4 de agosto, y gracias a la cuenta de Instagram oficial del Teatro Cervantes de Málaga hemos podido ver las fotos del estreno de Daniel Pérez, con Teresa Abarca, Ela Ruiz, Jaime Zatarain, Inma Cuevas, A. Bolea y Ángel Saavedra.
Sara Bareilles To Give Special Concert To Benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival
Sara Bareilles will perform a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. The event also marks the return of WTF Cabaret, featuring various artists and hosts.
Sara Bareilles will perform a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. The event also marks the return of WTF Cabaret, featuring various artists and hosts.
Ariana Madix Adds Six Performances to CHICAGO Return Engagement
TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will add six more performances to her return in the role as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway. Learn more about when you can catch her in the show here!
TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will add six more performances to her return in the role as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway. Learn more about when you can catch her in the show here!
Julie Benko, Ethan Slater & More Join Cast for MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Workshop
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced initial casting for its Fridays@3 reading series and summer workshops, including a new reading for 'White Bitches in Delhi'.
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced initial casting for its Fridays@3 reading series and summer workshops, including a new reading for 'White Bitches in Delhi'.
VÍDEO: CHICAGO arranca gira en Valencia
El musical se podrá ver en el Palau de Les Arts hasta el 14 de julio.
El musical se podrá ver en el Palau de Les Arts hasta el 14 de julio.
Photos: First look at MTVarts' FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth.
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth.
Williamstown Theatre Festival Announces Alex Edelman Added Show And More
Williamstown Theatre Festival reveals casting and creative teams for three new productions and announces the extension of Alex Edelman's stand-up set.
Williamstown Theatre Festival reveals casting and creative teams for three new productions and announces the extension of Alex Edelman's stand-up set.
FOOTLOOSE Announced At The Morgan-Wixson Theatre
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of FOOTLOOSE at The Morgan-Wixson Theatre in Santa Monica, directed by Niko Montelibano.
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of FOOTLOOSE at The Morgan-Wixson Theatre in Santa Monica, directed by Niko Montelibano.
Gavin Creel & Alex Edelman to Join Williamstown Theatre Festival This Summer
Special programming has been revealed for the summer season featuring 2024 Special Tony Award winner Alex Edelman and Tony Award and Olivier Award winner Gavin Creel. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Special programming has been revealed for the summer season featuring 2024 Special Tony Award winner Alex Edelman and Tony Award and Olivier Award winner Gavin Creel. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Final Performances Set For CHICAGO in Canberra
Pre-sales for the final performances of CHICAGO in Canberra have begun today, with general public tickets on sale from Friday 21 June. One of Australia’s favourite musicals, CHICAGO, will play at the Canberra Theatre Centre from 7 to 29 September, the first time a professional production of the Broadway favourite has played in Australia’s capital city.
Pre-sales for the final performances of CHICAGO in Canberra have begun today, with general public tickets on sale from Friday 21 June. One of Australia’s favourite musicals, CHICAGO, will play at the Canberra Theatre Centre from 7 to 29 September, the first time a professional production of the Broadway favourite has played in Australia’s capital city.
REVIEW: Lucy Maunder Shines As Roxie Hart As Walter Bobbie's Revival Of CHICAGO Receives A New Sydney Season With A Fabulous New Cast
Walter Bobbie’s 1996 Broadway Revival of CHICAGO is receiving a fourth Australian season with a fabulous new cast.
Walter Bobbie’s 1996 Broadway Revival of CHICAGO is receiving a fourth Australian season with a fabulous new cast.
Tony-Nominee Robyn Hurder Extends CHICAGO Run
Chicago on Broadway has just announced that Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder (A Beautiful Noise, Moulin Rouge! The Musical) has extended her stay on the cell block! The Tony Award-nominee will continue in the role of “Velma Kelly” through Sunday, September 15, 2024 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Chicago on Broadway has just announced that Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder (A Beautiful Noise, Moulin Rouge! The Musical) has extended her stay on the cell block! The Tony Award-nominee will continue in the role of “Velma Kelly” through Sunday, September 15, 2024 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Lineup Set for Williamstown Theatre Festival's WTF IS NEXT Featuring Adam Kantor, Britton & The Sting and More
The lineup has been revealed for Williamstown Theatre Festival's “WTF IS NEXT,” Lear more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
The lineup has been revealed for Williamstown Theatre Festival's “WTF IS NEXT,” Lear more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
CHICAGO Celebrates 35,000 Performances Worldwide
The record-breaking hit Chicago is celebrating 35,000 performances worldwide. The first tour of Chicago launched in 1997 and has continued in both North America and abroad ever since.
The record-breaking hit Chicago is celebrating 35,000 performances worldwide. The first tour of Chicago launched in 1997 and has continued in both North America and abroad ever since.
Jeremy O. Harris Will Be Creative Director of Williamstown Theatre Festival's Creative Collective
It was announced today Jeremy O. Harris will be the inaugural Creative Director of the Williamstown Theatre Festival’s Creative Collective, a new artistic leadership model that will ensure boundary-breaking and diverse programming, create new opportunities for emerging artists, and foster shared ownership of the creative vision for the Festival.
It was announced today Jeremy O. Harris will be the inaugural Creative Director of the Williamstown Theatre Festival’s Creative Collective, a new artistic leadership model that will ensure boundary-breaking and diverse programming, create new opportunities for emerging artists, and foster shared ownership of the creative vision for the Festival.
Ariana Madix Will Return to CHICAGO in August
TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will return in the role as “Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway this August!
TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will return in the role as “Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway this August!
Williamstown Theatre Festival to Present FRIDAYS@3 Reading Series & More
Williamstown Theatre Festival has revealed the projects for its 2024 Fridays@3 reading series, and more! See more details.
Williamstown Theatre Festival has revealed the projects for its 2024 Fridays@3 reading series, and more! See more details.
CHICAGO Opens in Sydney Next Month; New Performances Added!
CHICAGO will play at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney from 9 June for a strictly limited season. Due to demand, new performances have been released until 27 July, on sale from Friday 3 May with pre-sales this week.
CHICAGO will play at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney from 9 June for a strictly limited season. Due to demand, new performances have been released until 27 July, on sale from Friday 3 May with pre-sales this week.
Walter Bobbie FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Walter Bobbie been in?
Walter Bobbie has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.
How many West End shows has Walter Bobbie been in?
Walter Bobbie has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Walter Bobbie been nominated for?
Walter Bobbie has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his nominations include Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Bright Star", Outstanding Director at The Lortels for "Venus in Fur", and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Irving Berlin's White Christmas". He has also been nominated for various other categories such as Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Footloose", Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "Chicago", and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Polish Joke". Additionally, he received nominations for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Chicago", Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "A Grand Night for Singing", and Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Crazy for You".
What awards has Walter Bobbie won?
Walter Bobbie has won several awards for his work in the theater industry. He won the Outstanding Featured Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Polish Joke." He also received the Best Director - Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards and the Tony Awards for his work on "Chicago." Additionally, he was recognized with the Outstanding Director - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for his direction of "Chicago."
How many shows has Walter Bobbie written?
Walter Bobbie has written 2 shows including A Grand Night for Singing (Conceiver), Footloose (Bookwriter).
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