Adam Epstein
Birth Place: Miami, FL, USA
Latest News on Adam Epstein:
Broadway Deep Dive: Telly Leung Unpacks His Career Onstage and the Roles That Led to MASQUERADE (Feb 22, 2026)
August Wilson Theatre Lights Will Dim for Producer Adam Epstein (Oct 1, 2024)
Broadway Producer Adam Epstein Dies At 49 (Aug 14, 2024)
Broadway Deep Dive: Telly Leung Unpacks His Career Onstage and the Roles That Led to MASQUERADE (Feb 22, 2026)
August Wilson Theatre Lights Will Dim for Producer Adam Epstein (Oct 1, 2024)
Broadway Producer Adam Epstein Dies At 49 (Aug 14, 2024)
BIO
Adam Epstein was a celebrated Broadway producer with his theatrical productions receiving 46 Tony nominations and 12 Tony Awards. Epstein's Broadway credits include Hairspray, A View From a Bridge, The Crucible, Amadeus, Godspell, The Wedding Singer and Cry-Baby.
He developed Cry-Baby from its inception, obtaining the rights to the film and assembling the creative team. Likewise, he was an original producer on the musical version of Ever After. He was attached to a planned fall 2008 revival of Godspell starring Gavin Creel, Diana DeGarmo, Uzo Aduba, Joshua Henry and more, but the production was canceled. Cry-Baby, which opened on Broadway in April 2008 after a La Jolla Playhouse, would end up being Epstein's final Broadway production credit.
Adam was an adjunct faculty member of New York University, where he also earned a BA degree in political science, and guest lectured at Harvard and Columbia, in addition to having numerous essays published on politics and culture.
After receiving a MA in American Studies from Brown University, Epstein went on to appear in political media, notably as a liberal pundit on Fox News. Most recently, he hosted the popular political podcast, Dirty Moderate with Adam Epstein.
He died in August 2024.
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Musical
Adam Epstein, Cry-Baby
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Musical
Adam Epstein, The Wedding Singer
winner
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Musical
Adam Epstein, Hairspray
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Revival of a Play
Adam Epstein, The Crucible
Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Revival of a Play
Adam Epstein, Amadeus
Videos
TV: Hairspray's Constantine Rousouli 'Flips' For BroadwayWorld
by Craig Brockman - 2008-10-17 08:55:40
News
Broadway Deep Dive: Telly Leung Unpacks His Career Onstage and the Roles That Led to MASQUERADE
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 22, 2026
Current star of Masquerade Telly Leung discusses with Jennifer Ashley Tepper playing the Phantom in the immersive production, the full circle from Rent fan to Rent actor, Gavin Creel’s leadership during a production that never was, and much more.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 22, 2026
Current star of Masquerade Telly Leung discusses with Jennifer Ashley Tepper playing the Phantom in the immersive production, the full circle from Rent fan to Rent actor, Gavin Creel’s leadership during a production that never was, and much more.
August Wilson Theatre Lights Will Dim for Producer Adam Epstein
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2024
The lights of the August Wilson Theatre will dim at 7:30 PM ET on Thursday, October 10 in his honor. Epstein produced the 2002 revival of The Crucible which played at there (when it was called the Virginia Theatre).
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2024
The lights of the August Wilson Theatre will dim at 7:30 PM ET on Thursday, October 10 in his honor. Epstein produced the 2002 revival of The Crucible which played at there (when it was called the Virginia Theatre).
Broadway Producer Adam Epstein Dies At 49
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2024
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Broadway producer Adam Epstein.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2024
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Broadway producer Adam Epstein.
Black Dog Tavern, Co. Returns As Signature Partner Of Beach Road Weekend 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2023
The Black Dog Tavern, Co. will be back as the official title partner of the Beach Road Weekend Music Festival presented by The Black Dog. Fans will once again be able to enjoy some of the hottest names in music like Mumford and Sons, Bon Iver, Leon Bridges, and dozens of others will be performing live during three days of music, food and culture August 25 - 27, 2023 at Veteran's Memorial Park on beautiful Martha's Vineyard.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2023
The Black Dog Tavern, Co. will be back as the official title partner of the Beach Road Weekend Music Festival presented by The Black Dog. Fans will once again be able to enjoy some of the hottest names in music like Mumford and Sons, Bon Iver, Leon Bridges, and dozens of others will be performing live during three days of music, food and culture August 25 - 27, 2023 at Veteran's Memorial Park on beautiful Martha's Vineyard.
Innovation Arts and Entertainment Names James Macdonald as Director of Festivals and Event Development
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2022
Innovation Arts & Entertainment (IAE) has hired music industry veteran James Macdonald to oversee all of its festival and live event operations.
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2022
Innovation Arts & Entertainment (IAE) has hired music industry veteran James Macdonald to oversee all of its festival and live event operations.
MV Concert Series Adds Blind Boys of Alabama, Ani DiFranco, Don McLean, and More to 2022 Summer Concert Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2022
The MV Concert Series has added new shows by Grammy winners, soul icons, folk legends and some of the top artists touring the country. The new additions to an already thrilling summer lineup include Grammy half of farmers Blind Boys of Alabama and Don McLean as well as Grammy winner Ani DiFranco.
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2022
The MV Concert Series has added new shows by Grammy winners, soul icons, folk legends and some of the top artists touring the country. The new additions to an already thrilling summer lineup include Grammy half of farmers Blind Boys of Alabama and Don McLean as well as Grammy winner Ani DiFranco.
Beach Road Weekend and Madison House Presents/AEG to Team Up for 2023 Festival
by Marissa Tomeo - May 8, 2022
Innovation Arts and Entertainment is partnering with Madison House Presents and Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) to book the headliners for the 2023 Beach Road Weekend Music Festival (August 24-27, 2023). The cooperative booking agreement will provide opportunities for headliners to play two unique venues on the same weekend in two special settings; the picturesque island of Martha’s Vineyard, and the iconic Forest Hills Stadium, a 13,000 seat stadium in NYC celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023. The partnership will allow dedicated fans to travel with their favorite artist for exclusive shows in two of the hottest concert markets in the country.
by Marissa Tomeo - May 8, 2022
Innovation Arts and Entertainment is partnering with Madison House Presents and Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) to book the headliners for the 2023 Beach Road Weekend Music Festival (August 24-27, 2023). The cooperative booking agreement will provide opportunities for headliners to play two unique venues on the same weekend in two special settings; the picturesque island of Martha’s Vineyard, and the iconic Forest Hills Stadium, a 13,000 seat stadium in NYC celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023. The partnership will allow dedicated fans to travel with their favorite artist for exclusive shows in two of the hottest concert markets in the country.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Cynthia Erivo & More Among Audie Awards Finalists
by Michael Major - Feb 3, 2022
The Audio Publishers Association (APA) have announced finalists for the 2022 Audie Awards. Finalists include Cynthia Erivo for Best Female Narrator and Lin-Manuel Miranda for Best Male Narrator. Leslie Odom Jr., Annie Golden, Telly Leung, and Jason Tam are also featured on audiobooks that made the list. Check out the full list of nominations now!
by Michael Major - Feb 3, 2022
The Audio Publishers Association (APA) have announced finalists for the 2022 Audie Awards. Finalists include Cynthia Erivo for Best Female Narrator and Lin-Manuel Miranda for Best Male Narrator. Leslie Odom Jr., Annie Golden, Telly Leung, and Jason Tam are also featured on audiobooks that made the list. Check out the full list of nominations now!
Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams, Caamp, Guster And More Join The Beach Road Weekend 2022 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2021
Beach Road Weekend has added 13-time Grammy award winning artist Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams, Caamp, Guster and more to its stellar lineup for the 2022 music festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2021
Beach Road Weekend has added 13-time Grammy award winning artist Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams, Caamp, Guster and more to its stellar lineup for the 2022 music festival.
Cola Concerts Announces $20 Ticket Deal
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2021
Cola Concerts will offer a limited number of General Admission Lawn tickets for every show this season for only $20. That means fans will be able to see everyone from The Revivalists and Michael Franti, Jason Isbell, to Trombone Shorty and Ziggy Marley for just $20 each.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2021
Cola Concerts will offer a limited number of General Admission Lawn tickets for every show this season for only $20. That means fans will be able to see everyone from The Revivalists and Michael Franti, Jason Isbell, to Trombone Shorty and Ziggy Marley for just $20 each.
Beach Road Weekend Announces 2022 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2021
Beach Road Weekend has announced a new all star lineup for the 3-day music festival, and is slated to be one of the best weekends for live music in the summer of 2022. The festival will feature performances by Beck, Wilco, The Avett Brothers, Lord Huron, Jason Isbell, Billy Strings and many more August 26-28th. Tickets and hotel packages go on sale Friday, July 30 at BeachRoadWeekend.com.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2021
Beach Road Weekend has announced a new all star lineup for the 3-day music festival, and is slated to be one of the best weekends for live music in the summer of 2022. The festival will feature performances by Beck, Wilco, The Avett Brothers, Lord Huron, Jason Isbell, Billy Strings and many more August 26-28th. Tickets and hotel packages go on sale Friday, July 30 at BeachRoadWeekend.com.
Beach Road Weekend “350” Brings Three Nights Of Limited Capacity Shows Including Tedeschi Trucks Live In Concert
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2021
Beach Road Weekend “350” brings three nights of live music to Martha's Vineyard July 23 - 25.
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2021
Beach Road Weekend “350” brings three nights of live music to Martha's Vineyard July 23 - 25.
Adam Epstein and Ben Rimalower Join ON THE ROCKS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2021
Tony Award-Winning Producer Adam Epstein and BroadwayWorld's Ben Rimalower will appear on On the Rocks Radio Show Tuesday, March 30th at 7pmPST/10pmEST with host TV/radio personality Alexander Rodriguez to chat theatre during COVID, careers, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2021
Tony Award-Winning Producer Adam Epstein and BroadwayWorld's Ben Rimalower will appear on On the Rocks Radio Show Tuesday, March 30th at 7pmPST/10pmEST with host TV/radio personality Alexander Rodriguez to chat theatre during COVID, careers, and more.
Billy Strings Kicks Off the Cola Concerts Spring Season with Four Shows at the Columbia Speedway Entertainment Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2021
Billy Strings is coming to Columbia for four nights as part of the Cola Concert Series. The shows, set for April 1-4, will make up one of the largest live music events since the pandemic began.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2021
Billy Strings is coming to Columbia for four nights as part of the Cola Concert Series. The shows, set for April 1-4, will make up one of the largest live music events since the pandemic began.
Adam Epstein's The Contemporary Broadway Musical
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2021
A 10-week seminar taught by Broadway Producer Adam Epstein examining the evolution of the American musical from Evita in 1979 to Dear Evan Hansen.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2021
A 10-week seminar taught by Broadway Producer Adam Epstein examining the evolution of the American musical from Evita in 1979 to Dear Evan Hansen.
CONTEST: Win a Spot in Pasadena Playhouse's Seminar THE CONTEMPORARY BROADWAY MUSICAL
by BWW Contests - Feb 9, 2021
Enter for your chance to win a spot in Pasadena Playhouse's ten-week seminar hosted by Tony Award-winning Broadway producer & professor Adam Epstein!
by BWW Contests - Feb 9, 2021
Enter for your chance to win a spot in Pasadena Playhouse's ten-week seminar hosted by Tony Award-winning Broadway producer & professor Adam Epstein!
YOU I LIKE Heads Into Final Week On PlayhouseLive
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2021
You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman is now in its final week and must close Sunday, February 7 on PlayhouseLive. You I Like, from Pasadena Playhouse, is a virtual musical revue honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles, Mack and Mabel, and many more.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2021
You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman is now in its final week and must close Sunday, February 7 on PlayhouseLive. You I Like, from Pasadena Playhouse, is a virtual musical revue honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles, Mack and Mabel, and many more.
Lesli Margherita to Appear on KPFK Radio's ARTS IN REVIEW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2021
On Jan 22, Arts in Review welcomes singer/actress Leslie Margherita, featured in Pasadena Playhouse’s virtual musical revue, You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman, honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles and many more, now through February 7, 2021 on PlayhouseLive.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2021
On Jan 22, Arts in Review welcomes singer/actress Leslie Margherita, featured in Pasadena Playhouse’s virtual musical revue, You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman, honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles and many more, now through February 7, 2021 on PlayhouseLive.
YOU I LIKE: A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF JERRY HERMAN Now Available Through February 7
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2021
Pasadena Playhouse, The State Theater of California, presents You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman, a virtual musical revue honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles and many more, now through February 7, 2021 on PlayhouseLive.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2021
Pasadena Playhouse, The State Theater of California, presents You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman, a virtual musical revue honoring the genius responsible for the Broadway classics Hello, Dolly!; Mame; La Cage aux Folles and many more, now through February 7, 2021 on PlayhouseLive.
Cola Concerts Delays Opening Due To Weather
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2020
Cola Concerts has delayed the launch of its live music and comedy series due to the severe weather forecasted this week. The storms pose a serious threat to the health and safety of the staff and guests at the Columbia Speedway Entertainment Center. Cola Concerts will now launch Monday, November 16 at 7:00 PM with a special free showing of Cars.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2020
Cola Concerts has delayed the launch of its live music and comedy series due to the severe weather forecasted this week. The storms pose a serious threat to the health and safety of the staff and guests at the Columbia Speedway Entertainment Center. Cola Concerts will now launch Monday, November 16 at 7:00 PM with a special free showing of Cars.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Adam Epstein been nominated for?
Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Cry-Baby, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for The Wedding Singer, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Hairspray, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Crucible and Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Amadeus.
What awards has Adam Epstein won?
Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Hairspray.
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