Matt Lenz
Matt Lenz is an associate director, director whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Music Man, The Sound of Music, and A Christmas Story (Non-Eq). Awards include Kevin Kline Awards for Hairspray (2010).
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Matt Lenz, Hairspray
Kevin Kline Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Matt Lenz, Aida
Videos
Video: The Drifters in Rehearsal For BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - 2026-04-21 06:33:34
Video: Max Clayton & Ari Groover Rehearse 'Now You Has Jazz' From Ogunquit's HIGH SOCIETY
by Michael Major - 2025-07-22 14:56:51
Video: Inside Rehearsals of HIGH SOCIETY at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2025-07-15 15:54:59
Photos/Video: First Look at the New Cast of HAIRSPRAY on Tour, Featuring Andrew Levitt aka Nina West
by Sneak Peek - 2022-09-29 10:51:13
VIDEO: Get a Peek at La Mirada's GRUMPY OLD MEN Starring Hal Linden & Cathy Rigby
by Julie Musbach - 2019-09-16 15:13:31
News
Interview: Elizabeth D’aiuto of THE MUSIC MAN at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS
by Brett Cullum - Sep 15, 2026
She’s wonderful to play. I really find some things about her that are so relatable, and that’s what I try to really do for this new generation of people coming to see the show.
by Brett Cullum - Sep 15, 2026
She’s wonderful to play. I really find some things about her that are so relatable, and that’s what I try to really do for this new generation of people coming to see the show.
THE MUSIC MAN Extends 2026 National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Big League Productions' national tour of Meredith Willson’s The Music Man will resume performances at TUTS in Houston in September with additional tour dates through the end of the year.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Big League Productions' national tour of Meredith Willson’s The Music Man will resume performances at TUTS in Houston in September with additional tour dates through the end of the year.
THE MUSIC MAN to Play Ahmanson Theatre This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2026
Center Theatre Group will present Big League Productions' national tour of THE MUSIC MAN at the Ahmanson Theatre from October 27 to November 8, 2026, marking the show's first major Los Angeles engagement since 1980.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2026
Center Theatre Group will present Big League Productions' national tour of THE MUSIC MAN at the Ahmanson Theatre from October 27 to November 8, 2026, marking the show's first major Los Angeles engagement since 1980.
Review: BILLY STRITCH: MY YEAR WITH TONY BENNETT Should Play All Over the World
by Stephen Sorokoff - Aug 3, 2026
Mr. Stritch celebrates 100 years of an icon at 54 Below in Manhattan. Catch the last performance at 54 Below tonight at 7 pm in-person and on livestream.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Aug 3, 2026
Mr. Stritch celebrates 100 years of an icon at 54 Below in Manhattan. Catch the last performance at 54 Below tonight at 7 pm in-person and on livestream.
Review: A Starry Summer Birthday in Manhattan at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jul 31, 2026
Singer and actor Nicolas King celebrated his 35th birthday with starry friends on Friday July 24 with a standing-room-only show at the Beechman Theatre.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jul 31, 2026
Singer and actor Nicolas King celebrated his 35th birthday with starry friends on Friday July 24 with a standing-room-only show at the Beechman Theatre.
REVIEW: A Visual Display of Magic and Music Shines in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Jul 15, 2026
A special kind of magic fills The Theatre at Solaire as a major international tour arrives. Beyond the resort’s radiant lights, the lobby buzzes in eager anticipation, drawing together theater purists, chic weekenders, and families teeming with excitement.
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Jul 15, 2026
A special kind of magic fills The Theatre at Solaire as a major international tour arrives. Beyond the resort’s radiant lights, the lobby buzzes in eager anticipation, drawing together theater purists, chic weekenders, and families teeming with excitement.
THE HOMEFRONT, UPSTAGED and More Set for Forestburgh Playhouse The Works-In The Woods Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026
Forestburgh Playhouse will present the return of its In The Works~In The Woods Festival. Now approaching its sixth season, the festival has established itself as an incubator for new theatrical works.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026
Forestburgh Playhouse will present the return of its In The Works~In The Woods Festival. Now approaching its sixth season, the festival has established itself as an incubator for new theatrical works.
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Capital One Hall
by Brian Bochicchio - Jun 1, 2026
National Tour is tighter and cleans up some of the grittier sensibilities while employing Broadway level talent.
by Brian Bochicchio - Jun 1, 2026
National Tour is tighter and cleans up some of the grittier sensibilities while employing Broadway level talent.
THE MUSIC MAN Will Come to Buddy Holly Hall in June
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
The Tony Award-winning musical Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will play Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock as part of the Broadway at The Buddy Holly Hall series, with four performances scheduled.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
The Tony Award-winning musical Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will play Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock as part of the Broadway at The Buddy Holly Hall series, with four performances scheduled.
REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - May 25, 2026
The musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that has just landed at the Sands Theatre leans into celebrating a world of vivid invention. It keeps the heart of the beloved material and commits even further into its absurdity. It guarantees a night at the theatre that will leave you going “what…was…that.' A night you won't soon forget.
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - May 25, 2026
The musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that has just landed at the Sands Theatre leans into celebrating a world of vivid invention. It keeps the heart of the beloved material and commits even further into its absurdity. It guarantees a night at the theatre that will leave you going “what…was…that.' A night you won't soon forget.
THE MUSIC MAN National Tour Will Play Waterbury’s Palace Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
Big League Productions' national tour of MEREDITH WILLSON'S THE MUSIC MAN will present three performances at the Palace Theater in Waterbury, CT, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse.
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
Big League Productions' national tour of MEREDITH WILLSON'S THE MUSIC MAN will present three performances at the Palace Theater in Waterbury, CT, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse.
THE MUSIC MAN National Tour is Coming to The Playhouse on Rodney Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
The National Tour of The Music Man will present at Wilmington's Playhouse on Rodney Square, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse. Tickets start at $60.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
The National Tour of The Music Man will present at Wilmington's Playhouse on Rodney Square, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse. Tickets start at $60.
THE MUSIC MAN To Be Presented At State Theatre New Jersey
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
State Theatre New Jersey will present Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN for four performances in New Brunswick, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse. Tickets start at $52.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
State Theatre New Jersey will present Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN for four performances in New Brunswick, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Emmy winner Joshua Bergasse. Tickets start at $52.
Video: The Drifters in Rehearsal For BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
An all new video has been released from rehearsal for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Gulfshore Playhouse, featuring the four performers portraying The Drifters. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
An all new video has been released from rehearsal for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Gulfshore Playhouse, featuring the four performers portraying The Drifters. Check out the video here!
Karylle Joins CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Oliver Oliveros - Apr 13, 2026
Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia have confirmed that Filipino star Karylle will headline the Manila leg of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' global tour when the show runs at the Theatre at Solaire in July 2026.
by Oliver Oliveros - Apr 13, 2026
Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia have confirmed that Filipino star Karylle will headline the Manila leg of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' global tour when the show runs at the Theatre at Solaire in July 2026.
THE MUSIC MAN Brings Will Come to The Washington Pavilion This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026
Big League Productions' national tour of THE MUSIC MAN will take the stage at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls for four performances, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Joshua Bergasse.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026
Big League Productions' national tour of THE MUSIC MAN will take the stage at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls for four performances, directed by Matt Lenz with choreography by Joshua Bergasse.
Cast and Creative Team Set for BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
Gulfshore Playhouse has revealed the full cast, creative team, and live musicians for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, running on the Moran Mainstage at the Baker Theatre and Education Center.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
Gulfshore Playhouse has revealed the full cast, creative team, and live musicians for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, running on the Moran Mainstage at the Baker Theatre and Education Center.
THE MUSIC MAN Comes To Century II Concert Hall April 24-26!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026
The American Theatre Guild will present THE MUSIC MAN at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita, Kansas as part of the 2025–2026 Broadway in Wichita Series. The production is scheduled to run April 24–26.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026
The American Theatre Guild will present THE MUSIC MAN at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita, Kansas as part of the 2025–2026 Broadway in Wichita Series. The production is scheduled to run April 24–26.
Center Theatre Group Reveals 2026/27 Season - THE TURNING WORLD Premiere and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
Center Theatre Group has revealed twelve productions for the 2026/27 Season. The eight-show One CTG subscription package includes plays and musicals at the Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre, including The Turning world premiere and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026
Center Theatre Group has revealed twelve productions for the 2026/27 Season. The eight-show One CTG subscription package includes plays and musicals at the Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre, including The Turning world premiere and more.
THE MUSIC MAN Will Come to the King Center in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026
THE MUSIC MAN, a six-time Tony Award-winning musical, will perform at the King Center on April 12-13 as part of the Broadway at the King Center Series. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026
THE MUSIC MAN, a six-time Tony Award-winning musical, will perform at the King Center on April 12-13 as part of the Broadway at the King Center Series. Learn more here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Matt Lenz been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Hairspray and Outstanding Director of a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Aida.
What awards has Matt Lenz won?
Matt Lenz has won the Outstanding Director of a Musical award from the Kevin Kline Awards for his work on Hairspray.
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