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David Babani

David Babani is a producer, producing director whose BroadwayWorld credits include Merrily We Roll Along, Travesties, and The Color Purple. Awards include Tony Awards for The Color Purple (2016).

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Productions

Merrily We Roll AlongMerrily We Roll Along
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Producer
TravestiesTravesties
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Producer (Artistic Director, Menier Chocolate Factory)
The Color PurpleThe Color Purple
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Producer
Producer (Artistic Director, The Menier Chocolate Factory)
La Cage aux FollesLa Cage aux Folles
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Producer
Ruby Wax Losing ItRuby Wax Losing It
 
[West End, 2011]
Producer
La Cage aux FollesLa Cage aux Folles
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Producer
A Little Night MusicA Little Night Music
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Producer
Sunday in the Park with GeorgeSunday in the Park with George
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Producer (In Association With)
Little Shop of Horrors
 
[West End, 2007]
Producer
The Last Five Years
 
[London Fringe, 2006]
Producer
Sunday in the Park with George
 
[West End, 2006]
Producing Director (Chocolate Factory Productions)
Sunday in the Park with George
 
[London Fringe, 2005]
Producer
tick, tick... BOOM!
 
[London Fringe, 2005]
Producer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical

David Babani, The Color Purple


winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical

David Babani, The Color Purple


winner
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Revival of a Musical

David Babani, La Cage aux Folles

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Video: Jonathan Groff and Katie Rose Clarke Star in Clip From MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG F Photo
Video: Jonathan Groff and Katie Rose Clarke Star in Clip From MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026

Check out a clip from the cinematic interpretation of Broadway's Merrily We Roll Along, featuring Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff and Katie Rose Clarke.
Exclusive: John Doyle Looks Back on Reimagining THE COLOR PURPLE and Casting Cynthia Photo
Exclusive: John Doyle Looks Back on Reimagining THE COLOR PURPLE and Casting Cynthia Erivo in Excerpt from New Book
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026

In his first book, Opening Doors: Reimagining the American Musical, John Doyle reflects on the 50-year theatrical journey taken by a boy who never dreamt it could happen to him. Through simply working at his craft and trying to earn a living he gained a reputation for thinking outside of the box and is credited with helping create a new art form – that of actor-musician led musical theatre. Read an excerpt here!
Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Coming to Blu-ray and DVD Photo
Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Coming to Blu-ray and DVD
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2026

Sony Pictures Classics will release the live film version of the 2023 Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along on DVD and Blu-ray on March 3. The digital version is currently available to rent or buy.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Broadway Revival Now Streaming Photo
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Broadway Revival Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026

Merrily We Roll Along, the live filmed version of the four-time Tony Award-winning musical performance, is now available to watch on digital platforms.
Review Roundup: Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Debuts in Theaters Photo
Review Roundup: Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Debuts in Theaters
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025

Merrily We Roll Along, the live filmed version of the four-time Tony Award-winning musical performance, is now in theaters. Find out what critics think of the cinematic interpretation.
Exclusive: Highlights from THE BAKER'S WIFE, Starring Ariana DeBose & Scott Bakula Photo
Exclusive: Highlights from THE BAKER'S WIFE, Starring Ariana DeBose & Scott Bakula
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 3, 2025

The Baker’s Wife, starring Scott Bakula and Ariana DeBose, is now playing at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater for an extended engagement through December 21. Watch highlights of the cast in action in this video.
Photos: Daniel Radcliffe, Lindsay Mendez, and More at the MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG NYC F Photo
Photos: Daniel Radcliffe, Lindsay Mendez, and More at the MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG NYC Film Premiere
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 2, 2025

The filmed proshot of Merrily We Roll Along had its official NYC premiere recently, attended by the show's stars, Daniel Radcliffe and Lindsay Mendez, director Maria Friedman, and more. Check out photos here!
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Stars Recall Onstage Mishaps and Line Flubs on LATE NIGH Photo
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Stars Recall Onstage Mishaps and Line Flubs on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2025

Tony winners Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez visited Late Night with Seth Meyers on Monday to discuss the new film version of Broadway's Merrily We Roll Along.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Stars to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Photo
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Stars to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

Tony Award winners Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe, and Lindsay Mendez are set to visit Late Night with Seth Meyers tonight to discuss the upcoming release of the film version of Broadway's Merrily We Roll Along. 
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Stars Talk New Film Version on TODAY Photo
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Stars Talk New Film Version on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

On Monday, Tony Award winners Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe, and Lindsay Mendez joined TODAY with Jenna & Friends to talk about the upcoming release of the film version of Broadway's Merrily We Roll Along. Watch their appearance now.
THE PRODUCERS Extends Run at the Garrick Theatre  Photo
THE PRODUCERS Extends Run at the Garrick Theatre 
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

The Producers has extended its run at the Garrick Theatre, with performances now booking until 19 September 2026. Learn more here!
Video: Watch the Trailer for Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film; Tickets Now on Sa Photo
Video: Watch the Trailer for Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film; Tickets Now on Sale
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 16, 2025

Tickets are now on sale for MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, the live filmed version of the smash four-time Tony Award-winning musical performance, directed by Maria Friedman.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film Sets World Premiere at 2025 Hamptons Film Festival Photo
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film Sets World Premiere at 2025 Hamptons Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2025

Ahead of the official theatrical release of Merrily We Roll Along, the filmed capture of the acclaimed 2023 Broadway revival will make its world premiere at the 2025 Hamptons Film Festival as the closing night film.
Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film to Hit Theaters This December Photo
Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Film to Hit Theaters This December
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2025

Sony Pictures Classics confirms the release of Merrily We Roll Along film on December 5, 2025. A must-see for theater fans worldwide!
Ethan Slater's MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Will Make World Premiere at Classic Stage Company Photo
Ethan Slater's MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Will Make World Premiere at Classic Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025

Classic Stage Company has announced its 2025-26 Season, which will include a new production, co-written by and starring Ethan Slater. Learn more about the lineup here!
Rialto Chatter: Is MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Coming to Movie Theaters This December? Photo
Rialto Chatter: Is MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Coming to Movie Theaters This December?
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2025

Is the highly anticipated filmed version of the Tony Award-winning revival Merrily We Roll Along is set to hit movie theaters this winter? According to the AMC Theaters wesbite, the proshot will premiere in movie theaters nationwide on December 5, 2025.
Sonia Friedman Shares Details on MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Proshot Photo
Sonia Friedman Shares Details on MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Proshot
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2025

Producer Sonia Friedman recently dished on some of the details about the upcoming Merrily We Roll Along proshot. Learn more about what she has to say about the film here!
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Proshot Acquired by Sony Pictures Classics Photo
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Proshot Acquired by Sony Pictures Classics
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2025

Sony Pictures Classics has acquired worldwide rights to the film of the Tony-winning production of Merrily We Roll Along, starring Tony Award winner Daniel Radcliffe, Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff, and Tony nominee Lindsay Mendez.
Interview: 'Let's Go!': Director Scott Maidment on Circus, Cabaret and Comedy in SABR Photo
Interview: 'Let's Go!': Director Scott Maidment on Circus, Cabaret and Comedy in SABRAGE
by Franco Milazzo - Apr 11, 2025

For fans of cabaret spectaculars Limbo and Cantina, Sabrage from Scott Maidment's Strut and Fret company is a welcome return to UK shores. Many who missed those shows are now discovering his fiery adult flavour of big top action that immerses the audience in sexy circus antics and jaw-dropping variety acts.
Andy Nyman and Marc Antolin Will Lead West End Transfer of THE PRODUCERS Photo
Andy Nyman and Marc Antolin Will Lead West End Transfer of THE PRODUCERS
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2025

The Menier Chocolate Factory’s critically acclaimed sell-out production of The Producers with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and music & lyrics by Mel Brooks transfers to the West End.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has David Babani been nominated for?

Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple and Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for La Cage aux Folles.

What awards has David Babani won?

David Babani has won the following awards: Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple and Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for La Cage aux Folles.

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