Gordon Davidson
Latest News on Gordon Davidson:
South Chicago Dance Theatre To Present Three World Premieres At The Harris Theater (Feb 13, 2026)
George Street Playhouse to Honor Emily Mann at 2026 Gala Benefit (Feb 4, 2026)
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Unveils Recipients of 2025 Special Achievement Awards (Jan 22, 2026)
South Chicago Dance Theatre To Present Three World Premieres At The Harris Theater (Feb 13, 2026)
George Street Playhouse to Honor Emily Mann at 2026 Gala Benefit (Feb 4, 2026)
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Unveils Recipients of 2025 Special Achievement Awards (Jan 22, 2026)
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From left, CTG Founding Artistic Director Gordon Davidson and Director/Choreographer Matthew Bourne talk during the reception for the opening night performance of ''Matthew Bourne''s Sleeping Beauty'' at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on Novemb
Date:
11/22/2013
From: Photo Flash: Matthew Bourne's SLEEPING BEAUTY Opens at Ahmanson Theatre
From left, CTG Founding Artistic Director Gordon Davidson and Director/Choreographer Matthew Bourne pose during the reception for the opening night performance of ''Matthew Bourne''s Sleeping Beauty'' at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on Novemb
Date:
11/22/2013
From: Photo Flash: Matthew Bourne's SLEEPING BEAUTY Opens at Ahmanson Theatre
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Play
Gordon Davidson, Radio Golf
winner
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Play
Gordon Davidson, Angels in America: Millennium Approaches
Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Play
Gordon Davidson, Two Trains Running
Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Play
Gordon Davidson, The Piano Lesson
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Gordon Davidson, Children of a Lesser God
Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Direction of a Play
Gordon Davidson, Children of a Lesser God
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1977 - Best Director
Gordon Davidson, The Shadow Box
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Direction of a Play
Gordon Davidson, The Shadow Box
winner
Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Direction of a Play
Gordon Davidson , The Trial of the Catonsville Nine
winner
Obie Awards - 1971 - Direction
Gordon DavidsonThe Trial of the Catonsville 9
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1969 - Outstanding Director
Gordon Davidson, In the Matter of J. Robert Oppenheimer
Videos
News
South Chicago Dance Theatre To Present Three World Premieres At The Harris Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
South Chicago Dance Theatre will present three world premieres by acclaimed choreographers Natasha Adorlee, David Dorfman, and Kia S. Smith at their annual home season concert.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026
South Chicago Dance Theatre will present three world premieres by acclaimed choreographers Natasha Adorlee, David Dorfman, and Kia S. Smith at their annual home season concert.
George Street Playhouse to Honor Emily Mann at 2026 Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
George Street Playhouse's 2026 Gala Benefit will honor Emily Mann, playwright and former Artistic Director of McCarter Theatre Center, with the Arthur Laurents Award for Distinguished Artistic Achievement.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026
George Street Playhouse's 2026 Gala Benefit will honor Emily Mann, playwright and former Artistic Director of McCarter Theatre Center, with the Arthur Laurents Award for Distinguished Artistic Achievement.
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Unveils Recipients of 2025 Special Achievement Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the recipients of its annual Special Achievement Awards honoring sustained achievements and contributions to L.A.’s theatre arts spanning seasons, years, and even decades.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the recipients of its annual Special Achievement Awards honoring sustained achievements and contributions to L.A.’s theatre arts spanning seasons, years, and even decades.
Bartlett Sher to Receive 2026 SDC Foundation 'Mr. Abbott' Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Bartlett Sher will be honored with Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's “Mr. Abbott” Award, given to a director or choreographer in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Bartlett Sher will be honored with Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's “Mr. Abbott” Award, given to a director or choreographer in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Broadway.
Workshop of CODE RED Comes to Mosaic Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
Mosaic Theater Company will present a workshop for CODE RED, a new play that illuminates day-to-day life in an environment perpetually alert—the American public school system.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
Mosaic Theater Company will present a workshop for CODE RED, a new play that illuminates day-to-day life in an environment perpetually alert—the American public school system.
MASCOGOS to be Presented at Latino Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2025
In the fourth company commission of Latino Theater Company’s 2025 season, Circle of Imaginistas playwright Miranda González embraces her Mexican and African American roots to explore the untold stories of Mexico’s Underground Railroad in Mascogos.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2025
In the fourth company commission of Latino Theater Company’s 2025 season, Circle of Imaginistas playwright Miranda González embraces her Mexican and African American roots to explore the untold stories of Mexico’s Underground Railroad in Mascogos.
World Premiere THE LITTLE KING OF NORWALK Opens Latino Theater Company’s Season
by Emmy Rice - Aug 23, 2025
Geoffrey Rivas directs a five-week run, October 4 through November 2, at The Los Angeles Theatre Center in downtown Los Angeles. Six low-priced previews take place September 25 through October 3.
by Emmy Rice - Aug 23, 2025
Geoffrey Rivas directs a five-week run, October 4 through November 2, at The Los Angeles Theatre Center in downtown Los Angeles. Six low-priced previews take place September 25 through October 3.
Wendy Graf’s MASALA DABBA to Premiere at International City Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2025
International City Theatre will present the world premiere of Masala Dabba, a powerful and moving new play by ICT playwright-in-residence Wendy Graf. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2025
International City Theatre will present the world premiere of Masala Dabba, a powerful and moving new play by ICT playwright-in-residence Wendy Graf. Learn more!
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Releases 65 FOR THE 65TH in Honor of Union’s Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.
AN ILIAD Begins Performances At Undermain Theatre In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
Undermain Theatre will present a special encore presentation of An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O'Hare from the Robert Fagles translation of Homer. This limited engagement runs June 12 through June 29, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
Undermain Theatre will present a special encore presentation of An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O'Hare from the Robert Fagles translation of Homer. This limited engagement runs June 12 through June 29, 2025.
REEFER MADNESS & More Win 2024 Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Awards
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2025
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has announced the winners of its 2024 Theatre Season Awards, with a live reception set for April 21 at the William Turner Gallery in Santa Monica.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2025
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has announced the winners of its 2024 Theatre Season Awards, with a live reception set for April 21 at the William Turner Gallery in Santa Monica.
THE DELICATE TEARS OF THE WANING MOON to be Presented at Latino Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025
Latino Theater Company will bring Chicago’s Water People Theater back to Los Angeles for a three-week run of The Delicate Tears of the Waning Moon following the show’s success as part of last season’s Encuentro theater festival. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025
Latino Theater Company will bring Chicago’s Water People Theater back to Los Angeles for a three-week run of The Delicate Tears of the Waning Moon following the show’s success as part of last season’s Encuentro theater festival. Learn more!
THE LAST PLAY BY RICKERBY HINDS is Coming to Latino Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025
The world premiere of The Last Play by Rickérby Hinds will be presented at The Los Angeles Theatre Center in downtown Los Angeles. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025
The world premiere of The Last Play by Rickérby Hinds will be presented at The Los Angeles Theatre Center in downtown Los Angeles. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
JUST LIKE US to Open Latino Theater Company 40th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Latino Theater Company will open its 40th Anniversary Season with the professional West Coast premiere of Just Like Us. Learn more and see how to attend performances!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Latino Theater Company will open its 40th Anniversary Season with the professional West Coast premiere of Just Like Us. Learn more and see how to attend performances!
Playwrights’ Arena Honors Artists At Play, Beatrice Casagrán, John P. Flynn, And Stephen Sachs At Annual Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2025
Playwrights' Arena will honor ARTISTS AT PLAY, JOHN P. FLYNN, STEPHEN SACHS with the Lee Melville Award for outstanding contributions to the Los Angeles theater community, and BEATRICE CASAGRÁN
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2025
Playwrights' Arena will honor ARTISTS AT PLAY, JOHN P. FLYNN, STEPHEN SACHS with the Lee Melville Award for outstanding contributions to the Los Angeles theater community, and BEATRICE CASAGRÁN
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2024 Season Award Finalists and Special Award Honorees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2025
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed its 2024 Season Award Finalists and Special Award Honorees for theatrical excellence. See the list of nominees here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2025
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed its 2024 Season Award Finalists and Special Award Honorees for theatrical excellence. See the list of nominees here!
Latino Theater Company Reveals 2025 40th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2025
L.A.'s Latino Theater Company will celebrate its 40th Anniversary in 2025 with an upcoming season of events. The new season will include six plays, three in the spring and three in the fall. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2025
L.A.'s Latino Theater Company will celebrate its 40th Anniversary in 2025 with an upcoming season of events. The new season will include six plays, three in the spring and three in the fall. Learn more here!
José Luis Valenzuela Awarded SDCF Gordon Davidson Award for Lifetime Achievement and Distinguished Service in the American Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has announced that director José Luis Valenzuela has received its 2024 Gordon Davidson Award. Named in honor of the founding artistic director of Los Angeles’s Center Theatre Group .
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has announced that director José Luis Valenzuela has received its 2024 Gordon Davidson Award. Named in honor of the founding artistic director of Los Angeles’s Center Theatre Group .
Tony-Winner Christopher Ashley To Receive Prestigious 'Mr. Abbott' Award From Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Announces Liz Diamond as New SDCF Board President
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2024
Liz Diamond, Jonathan Parker, and Barbara Whitman have been announced as new members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) Board of Trustees, bringing their extensive experience to the organization.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2024
Liz Diamond, Jonathan Parker, and Barbara Whitman have been announced as new members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) Board of Trustees, bringing their extensive experience to the organization.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Gordon Davidson been nominated for?
Best Play (Tony Awards) for Radio Golf, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Two Trains Running, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Piano Lesson, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Children of a Lesser God, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Children of a Lesser God, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Shadow Box, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Shadow Box, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Trial of the Catonsville Nine, Direction (Obie Awards) for The Trial of the Catonsville 9 and Outstanding Director (Drama Desk Awards) for In the Matter of J. Robert Oppenheimer.
What awards has Gordon Davidson won?
Gordon Davidson has won several prestigious awards throughout his career. He received the Tony Award for Best Play for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches. He also earned the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Director for The Shadow Box. Additionally, Davidson won the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Play for The Trial of the Catonsville Nine. His direction of The Trial of the Catonsville Nine also earned him an Obie Award. Furthermore, he was honored with the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director for In the Matter of J. Robert Oppenheimer.
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