Abe Burrows
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Abe Burrows:
Molly Ringwald, Bob Odenkirk, and More Will Lead ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN Off-Broadway (May 18, 2026)
Eric Bentley's ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN to Have Off-Broadway Run (May 12, 2026)
Review: CACTUS FLOWER at New Theatre Restaurant (May 4, 2026)
Molly Ringwald, Bob Odenkirk, and More Will Lead ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN Off-Broadway (May 18, 2026)
Eric Bentley's ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN to Have Off-Broadway Run (May 12, 2026)
Review: CACTUS FLOWER at New Theatre Restaurant (May 4, 2026)
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Awards and Nominations
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1962 - Best Musical
Abe Burrows, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
The Pulitzer Prize - 1962 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
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Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Direction of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Musical
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1951 - Best Musical
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Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Musical
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Videos
Video: Julie Benko Sings 'If I Were a Bell' In GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-12-15 23:40:48
Video: Watch Highlights From GUYS AND DOLLS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2025-07-08 12:56:39
Video: Rob McClure & Bianca Marroquín Perform 'Sue Me' in Ogunquit's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Michael Major - 2025-07-02 16:00:10
Video: Mykal Kilgore Sings 'Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat' in Ogunquit Playhouse's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-06-27 15:05:30
Video: Allie Daniel Performs 'Happy to Keep His Dinner Warm' From HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
by Stephi Wild - 2023-05-04 05:57:58
Video: Get a First Look at Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-04-05 15:40:26
VIDEO: Michael Longoria Has Released Music Video For 'Kiss Me (Like They Do In The Movies)'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2019-11-06 12:58:38
World-Premiere of FRANKLIN Opens Nov. 30 at Perseverance Theatre
by Julie Musbach - 2018-11-26 16:46:10
VIDEO: Watch a Preview of HOW TO SUCCEED... at Muhlenberg Summer Music Theatre Starring Frankie J. Grande
by Stephi Wild - 2018-07-17 06:38:57
VIDEO: Get a First Look at Skylar Astin, Betsy Wolfe, and More in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
by Stephi Wild - 2018-06-18 10:11:10
TV: Go Inside Rehearsals for Kennedy Center's HOW TO SUCCEED... with Skylar Astin, Betsy Wolfe & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-05-30 16:54:27
TV: Skylar Astin, Betsy Wolfe, and Cast Are Learning HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING!
by Julie Musbach - 2018-05-24 17:05:05
VIDEO: Lesli Margherita Performs 'Adelaide's Lament' and More Highlights from Bucks' GUYS AND DOLLS
by Alan Henry - 2017-07-13 13:33:28
VIDEO: Watch Terence Archie and Company Roll the Dice in 'Luck Be A Lady' in The Old Globe's GUYS AND DOLLS
by BWW News Desk - 2017-07-12 16:50:30
VIDEO: Director Josh Rhodes Goes Behind the Scenes of 'Havana' from GUYS AND DOLLS at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - 2017-06-28 17:23:02
VIDEO: Sneak Peek at Highlights of VMT's HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
by Christina Mancuso - 2017-04-21 12:15:39
STAGE TUBE: See Rare Footage of Mary Tyler Moore in BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY's
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-01-25 20:06:06
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Josh Rhodes-Helmed GUYS AND DOLLS at Asolo Rep!
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-12-09 16:53:24
News
Molly Ringwald, Bob Odenkirk, and More Will Lead ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for a new production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 play, ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN, directed by Tony Award-winning director Anna D. Shapiro.
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for a new production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 play, ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN, directed by Tony Award-winning director Anna D. Shapiro.
Eric Bentley's ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN to Have Off-Broadway Run
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
Tickets are now available for a new production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 play, Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been, beginning a limited 15-week engagement at New York City Center Stage I.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
Tickets are now available for a new production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 play, Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been, beginning a limited 15-week engagement at New York City Center Stage I.
Review: CACTUS FLOWER at New Theatre Restaurant
by Alan Portner - May 4, 2026
The air at New Theatre Restaurant in Overland Park is thick with the scent of high-end buffet favorites and the electric hum of a sold-out crowd. The curtain has risen on a revival of the 1960s Broadway classic Cactus Flower, and if the opening week's standing ovations are any indication, Kansas City has another bona fide hit on its hands.
by Alan Portner - May 4, 2026
The air at New Theatre Restaurant in Overland Park is thick with the scent of high-end buffet favorites and the electric hum of a sold-out crowd. The curtain has risen on a revival of the 1960s Broadway classic Cactus Flower, and if the opening week's standing ovations are any indication, Kansas City has another bona fide hit on its hands.
Stephen Cerf, Nevada Riley and More Join Theatre Aspen's 43 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
Theatre Aspen revealed initial casting for Theatre Aspen’s 43rd summer season including Sylvia, Tony and Pulitzer Prize–winning musical A Chorus Line, and Grease.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026
Theatre Aspen revealed initial casting for Theatre Aspen’s 43rd summer season including Sylvia, Tony and Pulitzer Prize–winning musical A Chorus Line, and Grease.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF & More Lead Florida's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Orlando is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks in Florida for Spring 2026!
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026
Orlando is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks in Florida for Spring 2026!
Exclusive: Listen to Michael Longoria's New Rendition of Beach Boys Song 'Good Vibrations'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2026
Michael Longoria, star of Jersey Boys on Broadway, is releasing Catch A Wave, a new album celebrating the songs of The Beach Boys. Check out an exclusive first listen to Longoria's rendition of the classic song 'Good Vibrations.'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2026
Michael Longoria, star of Jersey Boys on Broadway, is releasing Catch A Wave, a new album celebrating the songs of The Beach Boys. Check out an exclusive first listen to Longoria's rendition of the classic song 'Good Vibrations.'
Jeff Calhoun to Direct GUYS AND DOLLS IN CONCERT at Theatre Aspen
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2026
The Aspen Music Festival and School and Theatre Aspen will present their seventh annual co-production: a musical fable of Broadway, Guys and Dolls in Concert, directed by Tony Award-nominated Jeff Calhoun.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2026
The Aspen Music Festival and School and Theatre Aspen will present their seventh annual co-production: a musical fable of Broadway, Guys and Dolls in Concert, directed by Tony Award-nominated Jeff Calhoun.
Licensing Rights Will Soon Be Available for SISTER ACT SR. and THE DROWSY CHAPERONE SR.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 25, 2026
Sister Act SR. and The Drowsy Chaperone SR are expected to be available for licensing in the coming months, joining The Music Man SR.,Guys and Dolls SR., Singin’ in the Rain SR., Fiddler on the Roof SR., and Into the Woods SR. How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying SR. is currently in development.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 25, 2026
Sister Act SR. and The Drowsy Chaperone SR are expected to be available for licensing in the coming months, joining The Music Man SR.,Guys and Dolls SR., Singin’ in the Rain SR., Fiddler on the Roof SR., and Into the Woods SR. How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying SR. is currently in development.
GUYS AND DOLLS, A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Set for Gulfshore Playhouse 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026
Gulfshore Playhouse has announced its 2026–2027 season at the Baker Theatre and Education Center. The lineup includes THE WORLD GOES ’ROUND, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, HEIST, FUNDRAISER: A PLAY, GUYS AND DOLLS, JOB, and TARTUFFE.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026
Gulfshore Playhouse has announced its 2026–2027 season at the Baker Theatre and Education Center. The lineup includes THE WORLD GOES ’ROUND, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, HEIST, FUNDRAISER: A PLAY, GUYS AND DOLLS, JOB, and TARTUFFE.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Hale Centre Theatre
by Herbert Paine - Feb 15, 2026
Mounted with in-the-round polish and flair, Hale Centre Theatre’s GUYS AND DOLLS is bright, brassy, and built on rhythm. And for a few hours in Gilbert, the neon-drenched skyline glows, the dice roll, and Broadway’s Golden Age feels very much alive.
by Herbert Paine - Feb 15, 2026
Mounted with in-the-round polish and flair, Hale Centre Theatre’s GUYS AND DOLLS is bright, brassy, and built on rhythm. And for a few hours in Gilbert, the neon-drenched skyline glows, the dice roll, and Broadway’s Golden Age feels very much alive.
Vanguard University to Stage GUYS AND DOLLS at Lyceum Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2026
The Vanguard University Theatre Department will present the beloved Broadway musical Guys and Dolls, running from February 19 through March 8 at the Lyceum Theater in Costa Mesa.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2026
The Vanguard University Theatre Department will present the beloved Broadway musical Guys and Dolls, running from February 19 through March 8 at the Lyceum Theater in Costa Mesa.
The Riverdale Repertory Company To Present HOW TO SUCCEED With A Modern Twist
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
The Riverdale Repertory Company will return to Riverdale Y's stage with the Pulitzer Prize– and Tony Award–winning musical comedy How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026
The Riverdale Repertory Company will return to Riverdale Y's stage with the Pulitzer Prize– and Tony Award–winning musical comedy How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
Review: MAD Theatre of Tampa Presents Frank Loesser's GUYS AND DOLLS at the Shimberg Playhouse
by Peter Nason - Jan 20, 2026
Does GUYS AND DOLLS belong in the conversation as the greatest musical written in the 20th Century? The answer may certainly be a big fat “YES,” but the competition is fierce; it must go head to head with the likes of West Side Story, My Fair Lady, Gypsy, Cabaret, Sweeney Todd and any of the early Rodgers and Hammerstein classics.
by Peter Nason - Jan 20, 2026
Does GUYS AND DOLLS belong in the conversation as the greatest musical written in the 20th Century? The answer may certainly be a big fat “YES,” but the competition is fierce; it must go head to head with the likes of West Side Story, My Fair Lady, Gypsy, Cabaret, Sweeney Todd and any of the early Rodgers and Hammerstein classics.
Video: Julie Benko Sings 'If I Were a Bell' In GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025
Julie Benko is currently appearing as Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Harman Hall in Washington, D.C., where the production has been extended and will now run through January 8. A newly released video captures Benko performing “If I Were a Bell” opposite Jacob Dickey as Sky Masterson.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025
Julie Benko is currently appearing as Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Harman Hall in Washington, D.C., where the production has been extended and will now run through January 8. A newly released video captures Benko performing “If I Were a Bell” opposite Jacob Dickey as Sky Masterson.
Emma Flynn Will Take Over The Role Of Sarah Brown In Shakespeare Theatre Company’s GUYS AND DOLLS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced that Emma Flynn will assume the role of Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS. Flynn joins the cast following Julie Benko’s final performance on December 28.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced that Emma Flynn will assume the role of Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS. Flynn joins the cast following Julie Benko’s final performance on December 28.
BWW Q&A: Rob Colletti Talks GUYS AND DOLLS at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Nov 25, 2025
Rob Colletti makes his Shakespeare Theatre Company debut as Nathan Detroit, the loveable gambler in Guys and Dolls, on the hunt for a place to host the 'oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York.'
by Joshua Wright - Nov 25, 2025
Rob Colletti makes his Shakespeare Theatre Company debut as Nathan Detroit, the loveable gambler in Guys and Dolls, on the hunt for a place to host the 'oldest established permanent floating crap game in New York.'
Esther Fallick Will Return to Joe’s Pub With ESTHER UPDATES HER BOOK
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025
Following sold-out performances earlier this year, comedian and cabaret artist Esther Fallick will return to Joe’s Pub with Esther Updates Her Book for two performances only.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025
Following sold-out performances earlier this year, comedian and cabaret artist Esther Fallick will return to Joe’s Pub with Esther Updates Her Book for two performances only.
Stratford Festival Announces 2026 Cast for GUYS AND DOLLS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025
Discover the Stratford Festival's 2026 cast lineup, featuring GUYS AND DOLLS and more! Get details on how to attend this exciting season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025
Discover the Stratford Festival's 2026 cast lineup, featuring GUYS AND DOLLS and more! Get details on how to attend this exciting season.
Sullivan Rep to Close Second Season with Cole Porter’s CAN-CAN
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2025
Sullivan Rep will present Cole Porter’s Can-Can as the final production of its second season, running September 26–October 11, 2025, at The Mother Brook Arts & Community Center in Dedham.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2025
Sullivan Rep will present Cole Porter’s Can-Can as the final production of its second season, running September 26–October 11, 2025, at The Mother Brook Arts & Community Center in Dedham.
GUYS AND DOLLS, Return of SOMETHING ROTTEN & More Set For Stratford 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025
The Stratford Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will be the final year under the inspired leadership of Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025
The Stratford Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will be the final year under the inspired leadership of Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino. Learn more about the lineup here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Abe Burrows written?
Abe Burrows has written 11 shows including Breakfast at Tiffany's (Bookwriter), Guys and Dolls (Bookwriter), Make a Wish (Bookwriter), Three Wishes for Jamie (Bookwriter), Can-Can (Bookwriter), Silk Stockings (Bookwriter), Say, Darling (Bookwriter), First Impressions (Bookwriter), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Bookwriter), Cactus Flower (Playwright), Hellzapoppin (Bookwriter).
What awards has Abe Burrows been nominated for?
Abe Burrows has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls." He was also nominated for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." Additionally, Burrows received a nomination for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and was nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards for both "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls."
What awards has Abe Burrows won?
Abe Burrows has won several awards for his work in Broadway shows. He received the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls." He also won the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and the Tony Award for Best Musical for both "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls."
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