Gene Saks
Date of Birth: November 08, 1921 (104)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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Movies
A Thousand Clowns
[ 1965 ] Leo
[ 1965 ] Leo
The Prisoner of Second Avenue
[ 1975 ] Harry Edison
[ 1975 ] Harry Edison
The One and Only
[ 1978 ] Sidney Seltzer
[ 1978 ] Sidney Seltzer
Lovesick
[ 1983 ] Frantic Patient
[ 1983 ] Frantic Patient
The Goodbye People
[ 1984 ] Marcus Soloway
[ 1984 ] Marcus Soloway
I.Q.
[ 1994 ] Boris Podolsky
[ 1994 ] Boris Podolsky
Nobody's Fool
[ 1994 ] Wirf
[ 1994 ] Wirf
Deconstructing Harry
[ 1997 ] Harry's Father
[ 1997 ] Harry's Father
Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production
Gene Saks, Lost In Yonkers
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1991 - Best Director
Gene Saks, Lost in Yonkers
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Direction of a Play
Gene Saks, Lost in Yonkers
Drama Desk Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Gene Saks, Biloxi Blues
winner
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Direction of a Play
Gene Saks, Biloxi Blues
winner
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Direction of a Play
Gene Saks, Brighton Beach Memoirs
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Gene Saks, I Love My Wife
winner
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gene Saks, I Love My Wife
Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Director - Play
Gene Saks, Same Time, Next Year
Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Direction of a Play
Gene Saks, Same Time, Next Year
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gene Saks, Mame
Tony Awards - 1965 - Best Direction of a Musical
Gene Saks, Half a Sixpence
Videos
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes with the Cast and Creative Team of the WALKING WITH DINOSAURS Arena Tour
by BWW News Desk - 2014-07-17 16:25:59
News
Kate Burton and Patricia Kalember to Star in PEN PALS at Theatre Aspen
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
Theatre Aspen will present Pen Pals: A New Play by Michael Griffo, playing at Paepcke Auditorium. The production will star three-time Tony Award nominee and two-time Emmy nominee Kate Burton and Outer Critics Circle nominee Patricia Kalember
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
Theatre Aspen will present Pen Pals: A New Play by Michael Griffo, playing at Paepcke Auditorium. The production will star three-time Tony Award nominee and two-time Emmy nominee Kate Burton and Outer Critics Circle nominee Patricia Kalember
Interview: Gregory Butler of CHICAGO at Broadway In Thousand Oaks
by Jonas Schwartz-Owen - Nov 4, 2025
When Gregory Butler walked into 8th Avenue Studios on February 10, 1997 for rehearsal, he had no idea that the next three decades of his life would be defined by the sharp jazz lines and sly sensuality of the long running revival of Chicago the Musical.
by Jonas Schwartz-Owen - Nov 4, 2025
When Gregory Butler walked into 8th Avenue Studios on February 10, 1997 for rehearsal, he had no idea that the next three decades of his life would be defined by the sharp jazz lines and sly sensuality of the long running revival of Chicago the Musical.
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.
Film Forum to Host Jack Lemmon Tribute Series Featuring Special Guests Bob Odenkirk, Juliet Mills, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025
JACK LEMMON 100, a two-week festival of classics from the 1950s to the 1990s, will run at Film Forum from Friday, May 16 to Thursday, May 29, in commemoration of Lemmon’s centennial year in 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025
JACK LEMMON 100, a two-week festival of classics from the 1950s to the 1990s, will run at Film Forum from Friday, May 16 to Thursday, May 29, in commemoration of Lemmon’s centennial year in 2025.
Video: TikTok Dancer Kim Hale Continues to Pursue Broadway Dreams
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2024
Following a one-night stint in Chicago on Broadway, viral dancer Kim Hale hopes to make her dreams a reality by booking a role in a Broadway show. Watch a recent interview with Hale here!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2024
Following a one-night stint in Chicago on Broadway, viral dancer Kim Hale hopes to make her dreams a reality by booking a role in a Broadway show. Watch a recent interview with Hale here!
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.
Review: BAREFOOT IN THE PARK at Arizona Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Oct 24, 2023
Arizona Theatre Company's production of BAREFOOT IN THE PARK may aim to reconnect audiences with Neil Simon’s sophisticated and clever turns of plot and words, but, notwithstanding the cast’s determined efforts, the show feels tired and dated, save for a stunning performance by Kyra Kennedy.
by Herbert Paine - Oct 24, 2023
Arizona Theatre Company's production of BAREFOOT IN THE PARK may aim to reconnect audiences with Neil Simon’s sophisticated and clever turns of plot and words, but, notwithstanding the cast’s determined efforts, the show feels tired and dated, save for a stunning performance by Kyra Kennedy.
Jason Alexander on Stage: A Look Back at the Actor's Theatrical Roles
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2023
Tony Award winner Jason Alexander is making his Broadway directorial debut with The Cottage, which is now playing on Broadway. While Alexander may be best known for his roles on screen, including Seinfeld, Pretty Woman, and more, he also has a longstanding history with the stage!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2023
Tony Award winner Jason Alexander is making his Broadway directorial debut with The Cottage, which is now playing on Broadway. While Alexander may be best known for his roles on screen, including Seinfeld, Pretty Woman, and more, he also has a longstanding history with the stage!
Applications Now Open for 2023 Prince Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2023
The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Fellowship program.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2023
The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Fellowship program.
A CLOCKWORK ORANGE Producer Si Litvinoff Passes Away at 93
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2023
Si Litvinoff, the visionary producer whose foresight in cinema art led to perennial classics such as Stanley Kubrick's “A Clockwork Orange,” Nicolas Roeg's “Walkabout”, 'The Man Who Fell to Earth,' starring David Bowie, and more passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. He was 93.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2023
Si Litvinoff, the visionary producer whose foresight in cinema art led to perennial classics such as Stanley Kubrick's “A Clockwork Orange,” Nicolas Roeg's “Walkabout”, 'The Man Who Fell to Earth,' starring David Bowie, and more passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. He was 93.
THE ILENE GRAFF HOLIDAY SHOW! is Coming to 54 Below in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2022
54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Ilene Graff in THE ILENE GRAFF HOLIDAY SHOW! on Wednesday, December 28th at 9:30 PM. Ilene and her very special guests will perform a host of holiday favorites inspired by the iconic Holiday specials of the ’60’s and ’70’s.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2022
54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Ilene Graff in THE ILENE GRAFF HOLIDAY SHOW! on Wednesday, December 28th at 9:30 PM. Ilene and her very special guests will perform a host of holiday favorites inspired by the iconic Holiday specials of the ’60’s and ’70’s.
Interview: Jason Alexander Never FORGETs His Tradition, His Friends Or His Fellow Artists
by Gil Kaan - Jul 18, 2022
Next up at the Fountain Theatre, the L.A. premiere of Tony Award-winner Steven Levenson’s If I Forget beginning July 23, 2022 (with previews starting July 20th). Jason Alexander (also a Tony Award-winner) directs the cast of Síle Bermingham, Caribay Franke, Matt Gottlieb, Samantha Klein, Leo Marks, Valerie Perri, Jerry Weil and Jacob Zelonky. I had the opportune occasion to throw out a few queries to Jason, the well-known TV actor and respected L.A. Theatre community denizen.
by Gil Kaan - Jul 18, 2022
Next up at the Fountain Theatre, the L.A. premiere of Tony Award-winner Steven Levenson’s If I Forget beginning July 23, 2022 (with previews starting July 20th). Jason Alexander (also a Tony Award-winner) directs the cast of Síle Bermingham, Caribay Franke, Matt Gottlieb, Samantha Klein, Leo Marks, Valerie Perri, Jerry Weil and Jacob Zelonky. I had the opportune occasion to throw out a few queries to Jason, the well-known TV actor and respected L.A. Theatre community denizen.
THE ILENE GRAFF HOLIDAY SHOW is Coming to Feinstein's/54 Below in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2021
FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Ilene Graff in THE ILENE GRAFF HOLIDAY SHOW on Friday, December 17th at 9:45 PM. Ilene and her very special guests will perform a host of holiday favorites inspired by the iconic Holiday specials of the ’60’s and ’70’s that were always a highlight of the season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2021
FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Ilene Graff in THE ILENE GRAFF HOLIDAY SHOW on Friday, December 17th at 9:45 PM. Ilene and her very special guests will perform a host of holiday favorites inspired by the iconic Holiday specials of the ’60’s and ’70’s that were always a highlight of the season.
BYE BYE BIRDIE Film Starring Jason Alexander and Vanessa Williams is Now Available to Stream
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2021
Bye Bye Birdie is a 1995 musical comedy television film directed by Gene Saks with a screenplay by Michael Stewart based on his book of the 1960 stage musical of the same name. It features music and lyrics by Charles Strouse and Lee Adams respectively.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2021
Bye Bye Birdie is a 1995 musical comedy television film directed by Gene Saks with a screenplay by Michael Stewart based on his book of the 1960 stage musical of the same name. It features music and lyrics by Charles Strouse and Lee Adams respectively.
UN DÍA COMO HOY: MAME se estrenaba en Broadway
by Nuria Pedret - May 24, 2021
La obra se estrenó con Angela Lansbury y Bea Arthur en el Winter Garden Theatre en 1966
by Nuria Pedret - May 24, 2021
La obra se estrenó con Angela Lansbury y Bea Arthur en el Winter Garden Theatre en 1966
Broadway and West End Stars Share Their Theatre Memories in Celebration of World Theatre Day
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Mar 27, 2021
March 27 marks World Theatre Day! Although we can't be together to celebrate, we can still reminisce on the fun of theatre in our lives.
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Mar 27, 2021
March 27 marks World Theatre Day! Although we can't be together to celebrate, we can still reminisce on the fun of theatre in our lives.
Gallery Players Presents Jana Robbins And Haley Swindal in WE JUST MOVE ON!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2021
Gallery Players and the Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus has announced their next virtual program on Saturday, March 6 beginning at 7:15PM. Performed and recorded in NYC just for their Columbus audience, WE JUST MOVE ON! Songs of Kander and Ebb is going to be a virtual event you won't want to miss!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2021
Gallery Players and the Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus has announced their next virtual program on Saturday, March 6 beginning at 7:15PM. Performed and recorded in NYC just for their Columbus audience, WE JUST MOVE ON! Songs of Kander and Ebb is going to be a virtual event you won't want to miss!
Stratford Festival Mourns the Loss of Christopher Plummer
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2021
The Stratford Festival was shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Christopher Plummer's death. The theatrical pioneer was a member of the Stratford acting company for 11 seasons between 1956 and 2012.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2021
The Stratford Festival was shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Christopher Plummer's death. The theatrical pioneer was a member of the Stratford acting company for 11 seasons between 1956 and 2012.
PLAY OF THE DAY! Today's Play: LOST IN YONKERS by Neil Simon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2020
During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of Neil Simon. Today's play, Lost in Yonkers!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2020
During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of Neil Simon. Today's play, Lost in Yonkers!
PLAY OF THE DAY! Today's Play: BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS by Neil Simon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2020
During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of Neil Simon. Today's play, Brighton Beach Memoirs!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2020
During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of Neil Simon. Today's play, Brighton Beach Memoirs!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gene Saks been in?
Gene Saks has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Gene Saks been in?
Gene Saks has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Gene Saks been nominated for?
Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Lost In Yonkers, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lost in Yonkers , Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Lost in Yonkers, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Biloxi Blues, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Biloxi Blues, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Brighton Beach Memoirs, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for I Love My Wife, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for I Love My Wife, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Same Time, Next Year, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Same Time, Next Year, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Mame and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Half a Sixpence.
What awards has Gene Saks won?
Gene Saks won the Best Director award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Lost in Yonkers. He also received the Best Direction of a Play award at the Tony Awards for Biloxi Blues and the Best Direction of a Play award at the Tony Awards for Brighton Beach Memoirs.
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