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Leland Hayward

Date of Death: March 18, 1971 (68)

Birth Place: Nebraska City, NE, USA

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Leland Hayward Productions

 
[Broadway, 1971]
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[Broadway, 1969]
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[Broadway, 1965]
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[Broadway, 1962]
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[US Tour, 1962]
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[Broadway, 1961]
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[West End, 1961]
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[US Tour, 1961]
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[US Tour, 1961]
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[Broadway, 1959]
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[Broadway, 1959]
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[Broadway, 1958]
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[Broadway, 1953]
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[West End, 1953]
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[Broadway, 1952]
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[Broadway, 1951]
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[Broadway, 1951]
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[US Tour, 1951]
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[US Tour, 1950]
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[Broadway, 1950]
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[Broadway, 1949]
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[Broadway, 1948]
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[Broadway, 1945]
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[Broadway, 1944]
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Leland Hayward Movies

Mister Roberts
[ 1955 ] producer
The Old Man and the Sea
[ 1958 ] producer
The Trial of the Catonsville Nine
[ 1972 ] producer

Leland Hayward Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 1950 - Best Musical

Leland Hayward, South Pacifics


winner
Tony Awards - 1950 - Producer (Musical)

Leland Hayward, South Pacific


winner
Tony Awards - 1948 - Producer (Dramatic)

Leland Hayward, Mister Roberts

Leland Hayward News


Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Fills the Air at North Shore Music Theatre

What did our critic think of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA?

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Culture Centre

What did our critic think of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at NMACC?

Cast Set for GYPSY at The Shaw's Festival Theatre

It’s not a tease. Gypsy, the greatest American musical, is finally embarking on its highly anticipated run at The Shaw’s Festival Theatre beginning May 10.

The Girls Upstairs: Stories of 1998's Ill-Fated FOLLIES

What is it about juicy backstage drama that so intrigues audiences? For decades, people have flocked to films and plays portraying the exciting events that happen behind the curtain. Arguably, the most famous musical on this topic was written by the God of musical theatre: Stephen Sondheim. It’s title: Follies.

Cast & Creative Teams Confirmed for Shaw Festival 2023 Season, Featuring PRINCE CASPIAN World Premiere & More

Artistic Director Tim Carroll has unveiled the Shaw Festival's 2023 casting and creative teams for the Festival Theatre, Royal George Theatre, Jackie Maxwell Studio Theatre, BMO Stage, as well as the newly added Spiegeltent.

Shaw Festival Announces 2023 Season Featuring the World Premiere of PRINCE CASPIAN, Noel Coward's BLITHE SPIRIT & More

The Shaw Festival has announced its 61st season. A mix of classics, real hidden gems, new works and a variety of voices will be seen, heard and experienced in both their indoor and outdoor spaces next season.

Photo Flash: Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the Opening of Irving Berlin's CALL ME MADAM on Broadway

Americans were listening to 'Goodnight, Irene' and Bing and Gary Crosby's interpretation of a 1914 song by Irving Berlin, 'Play a Simple Melody.' And Berlin's new musical, Call Me Madam, was opening at New York's Imperial Theater with an advance of over one million dollars, by far the largest in Broadway history.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Reissued For The 60th Anniversary

Craft Recordings has announced a special, 60th-anniversary reissue of The Sound of Musica?'Original Broadway Cast Recording. Featuring legendary stage actress Mary Martin as Maria von Trapp opposite renowned actor Theodore Bikel, the album includes such unforgettable classics as a?oeMy Favorite Things,a?? a?oeEdelweiss,a?? a?oeDo-Re-Mi,a?? a?oeClimb Ev'ry Mountaina?? and, of course, a?oeThe Sound of Music.a?? Set for a December 6th release date, the soundtrack has been deftly remastered from the original three-track tape by Ryan Smith at Sterling Sound and will be available on CD or 180-gram vinyl. The CD edition features new liner notes by The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization's Ted Chapin, while the two-LP vinyl seta?'pressed at RTIa?'comes housed in a replica of the original album's gatefold jacket. The remastered album will also be available digitally, including hi-res (192/24).

NYU Steinhardt Presents GYPSY September 19-23

NYU Steinhardt's Vocal Performance program will present the classic musical Gypsy, September 19a?"23. The renowned show business tale features a book by Arthur Laurents, music by Jule Styne, and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Acting faculty member Jessica Bashline will direct NYU's production. 

Iconic Musical GYPSY Comes to Hayes Theatre Co

The award-winning producer of Sweet Charity and Little Shop of Horrors, Luckiest Productions, is combining forces with One Eyed Man Productions (Calamity Jane), in association with Hayes Theatre Co, to present the celebrated musical Gypsy. With a toe-tapping, hugely acclaimed score and heralded by many as the greatest musical ever created, Gypsy will run from 18 May 2018 at the Hayes Theatre Co.

IN THE HEIGHTS, GYPSY, AMERICAN PSYCHO, and More Among Hayes Theatre Co's 2018 Season

Tonight at Hayes Theatre Co in Sydney, the 2018 season of musicals and cabaret was announced at an event attended by the musical theatre industry and patrons. Going into its fifth year of programming this is the first time an entire year has been announced.

BWW Review: GYPSY Takes Off at Lyric Stage

The Lyric Stage Company of Boston has hit the trifecta with their season opener GYPSY, directed and choreographed by Rachel Bertone, music directed by Dan Rodriguez, and raised to the rafters by Leigh Barrett's forceful Mama Rose. This is one for the ages.

Leigh Barrett to Lead GYPSY at Lyric Stage; Cast, Creatives Announced!

GYPSY has announced its cast and creative team at the Lyric Stage Company of Boston.

GYPSY, DUKE ELLINGTON'S GREATEST HITS and PETER PAN to Play Music Theater Works This Fall

The Music Theater Works (formerly Light Opera Works) 2017 season continues with GYPSY (August 19-27), DUKE ELLINGTON'S GREATEST HITS (October 6-15), and PETER PAN (December 23-January 1, 2018).

GYPSY, DUKE ELLINGTON'S GREATEST HITS and PETER PAN to Play Music Theater Works This Fall

The Music Theater Works (formerly Light Opera Works) 2017 season continues with GYPSY (August 19-27), DUKE ELLINGTON'S GREATEST HITS (October 6-15), and PETER PAN (December 23-January 1, 2018).

Leigh Barrett to Lead GYPSY at Lyric Stage; Cast, Creatives Announced!

GYPSY has announced its cast and creative team at the Lyric Stage Company of Boston.

VIDEO: BWW Exclusive: Ethel Merman Performs GYPSY Showstopper on PBS' JFK: THE LOST Inaugural Gala

Below, BWW has an exclusive sneak peek clip from the upcoming PBS broadcast, featuring Ethel Merman performing 'Everything's Coming Up Roses.'

Actress & Model Fiona Lewis Unveils MISTAKES WERE MADE (SOME IN FRENCH) Memoir

Former model and actress Fiona Lewis has written a book, MISTAKES WERE MADE (Some in French). MISTAKES WERE MADE is a coming of age memoir – with lessons for those in their 50s and beyond but also for those in their teens and 20s.

CANDIDE, PETER PAN and More Set for Music Theater Works' 2017 Season

Music Theater Works (formerly Light Opera Works) will open its 2017 season with CANDIDE  (June 3-11), followed by GYPSY (August 19-27), DUKE ELLINGTON'S GREATEST HITS (October 6-15), and PETER PAN (December 23-January 1, 2018).

Light Opera Works Changes Name To Music Theater Works Announces 2017 Season

Light Opera Works will become Music Theater Works in 2017, opening with CANDIDE  (June 3-11), followed by GYPSY (August 19-27), DUKE ELLINGTON'S GREATEST HITS (October 6-15), and PETER PAN (December 23-January 1, 2018).

Leland Hayward FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Leland Hayward been nominated for?

Leland Hayward has been nominated for several awards. He was nominated for Best Musical (Tony Awards) for "South Pacific," and also for Producer (Musical) (Tony Awards) for "South Pacific." Additionally, he was nominated for Producer (Dramatic) (Tony Awards) for "Mister Roberts."

What awards has Leland Hayward won?

Leland Hayward has won several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable wins include the Tony Award for Best Musical for "South Pacific," as well as the Tony Award for Producer (Musical) for "South Pacific" and Producer (Dramatic) for "Mister Roberts." These accolades highlight his success and contributions to the Broadway industry.

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