Baz Luhrmann
Date of Birth: September 17, 1962 (63)
Birth Place: New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
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Movies
Winter of Our Dreams
[ 1981 ] Pete
[ 1981 ] Pete
The Dark Room
[ 1982 ] First Student
[ 1982 ] First Student
The Highest Honor
[ 1982 ] Able Seaman A.W. Huston
[ 1982 ] Able Seaman A.W. Huston
Strictly Ballroom
[ 1992 ]
[ 1992 ]
Romeo + Juliet
[ 1996 ]
[ 1996 ]
Everybody's Free to Wear Sunscreen
[ 1999 ]
[ 1999 ]
Moulin Rouge!
[ 2001 ]
[ 2001 ]
The Dream Studio
[ 2004 ]
[ 2004 ]
Duck, Duck, Goose!
[ 2005 ]
[ 2005 ]
Australia
[ 2008 ]
[ 2008 ]
The Great Gatsby
[ 2013 ]
[ 2013 ]
Elvis
[ 2022 ] Director, Producer, Writer
[ 2022 ] Director, Producer, Writer
TV Shows
A Country Practice
[ 1981-1982 ] Jerry Percival
[ 1981-1982 ] Jerry Percival
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Bohme
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Direction of a Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Bohème
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Baz Luhrmann, La Boheme
Videos
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Drops Trailer For Japan 2027 Return
by Michael Major - 2026-08-03 12:23:16
Video: Kelsie Watts Performs 'Firework' in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-05-07 10:30:20
Video: Watch Bob The Drag Queen's Last Curtain Call in MOULIN ROUGE! on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - 2026-03-22 20:24:56
Video: Watch THE GREAT GATSBY Perform Halftime Show at Knicks Game
by Michael Major - 2026-01-29 13:13:14
Video: Watch the Trailer for Baz Luhrmann's EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-13 12:19:34
Video/Photos: First Look at Baz Luhrmann's EPIC Elvis Presley Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-09 12:17:04
Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele & Nicholas Christopher Will Lead CHESS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-05-28 09:00:40
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Stars Solea Pfeiffer & Jordan Fisher Perform 'Your Song' on TODAY
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-05-01 16:54:39
Video: Watch the West End's THE GREAT GATSBY Stars Sing 'My Green Light'
by Michael Major - 2025-02-21 12:37:48
Video: Solea Pfeiffer Performs 'Firework' From MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-18 15:13:31
Video: THE GREAT GATSBY Understudy Alex Prakken Performs 'For Her' At Inside Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-02-15 18:15:47
News
LION Original Series Soundtrack With Hans Zimmer Score Out Now
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Hollywood Records and National Geographic released the LION soundtrack, featuring music by Hans Zimmer with Niccolò Pacella and George Hutson Warren of Bleeding Fingers Music, plus vocals from the Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Hollywood Records and National Geographic released the LION soundtrack, featuring music by Hans Zimmer with Niccolò Pacella and George Hutson Warren of Bleeding Fingers Music, plus vocals from the Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
James Doherty, Daniel Fraser, and More Will Join MOULIN ROUGE! West End Cast
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has announced new West End casting as the hit show celebrate 5 years at the Piccadilly Theatre in London this autumn. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Moulin Rouge! The Musical has announced new West End casting as the hit show celebrate 5 years at the Piccadilly Theatre in London this autumn. Learn more here.
Photos: Aaron Tveit and Kelsie Watts in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Aaron Tveit is returning to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Get a first look at photos of Tveit as Christian alongside Kelsie Watts who plays Satine!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Aaron Tveit is returning to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Get a first look at photos of Tveit as Christian alongside Kelsie Watts who plays Satine!
THE FARTISTE 20th Anniversary Concerts to Take Place at the Laurie Beechman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
20 years after its Off-Broadway run, THE FARTISTE will bring its outrageous true story back to the stage with an explosive Anniversary Concert celebration at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
20 years after its Off-Broadway run, THE FARTISTE will bring its outrageous true story back to the stage with an explosive Anniversary Concert celebration at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
THE GREAT GATSBY to Play Memphis This December; Tickets on Sale This Friday
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will play the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis December 1-6, 2026, with tickets going on sale Friday, August 14, as part of the venue's Broadway season.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will play the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis December 1-6, 2026, with tickets going on sale Friday, August 14, as part of the venue's Broadway season.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Louis Train - Aug 7, 2026
THE GREAT GATSBY is most definitely not your high school lit class. At the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, the music is loud, the dancing is hot, and the passions are hotter.
by Louis Train - Aug 7, 2026
THE GREAT GATSBY is most definitely not your high school lit class. At the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, the music is loud, the dancing is hot, and the passions are hotter.
Ben Davis to Replace Geno Segers as 'Hades' in HADESTOWN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Broadway veteran Ben Davis will join the cast of Hadestown on Broadway. He replaces the previously revealed Geno Segers, and joins Jasmin Saavoy Brown, Norbert Leo Butz, Amber Iman and Kayko in the cast.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Broadway veteran Ben Davis will join the cast of Hadestown on Broadway. He replaces the previously revealed Geno Segers, and joins Jasmin Saavoy Brown, Norbert Leo Butz, Amber Iman and Kayko in the cast.
THE GREAT GATSBY Tour to Play PPAC This November
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
Tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY at the Providence Performing Arts Center are set to go on sale in early August, ahead of an eight-performance run.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
Tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY at the Providence Performing Arts Center are set to go on sale in early August, ahead of an eight-performance run.
EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT to Arrive on Global Home Entertainment
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026
NEON and Universal Pictures International announced a global home entertainment release for Baz Luhrmann's EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT, bringing the concert film to audiences beyond theaters.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026
NEON and Universal Pictures International announced a global home entertainment release for Baz Luhrmann's EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT, bringing the concert film to audiences beyond theaters.
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Drops Trailer For Japan 2027 Return
by Michael Major - Aug 3, 2026
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL announced plans for a new Japan production in summer 2027, moving from the Imperial Theater to the Ariake venue in Tokyo. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Aug 3, 2026
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL announced plans for a new Japan production in summer 2027, moving from the Imperial Theater to the Ariake venue in Tokyo. Watch the video!
Cast Set For BLOODSPORT at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Full casting has been announced for Ava Pickett's BLOODSPORT, set to run at Stratford East this autumn. Learn more about the show and the cast for the production here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Full casting has been announced for Ava Pickett's BLOODSPORT, set to run at Stratford East this autumn. Learn more about the show and the cast for the production here.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Marks 7 Years on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Jul 25, 2026
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is celebrating seven years on Broadway with a new video from the production, which is set to end its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on August 30, 2026.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 25, 2026
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is celebrating seven years on Broadway with a new video from the production, which is set to end its run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre on August 30, 2026.
FSCJ Artist Series to Host 2026/27 Season Kick Off Event in Jacksonville
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026
FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville announced a Season Kick Off event featuring food trucks, prizes, and a live performance by a Broadway cast member from an upcoming show.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026
FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville announced a Season Kick Off event featuring food trucks, prizes, and a live performance by a Broadway cast member from an upcoming show.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! at Broadway At The Hobby Center
by Jonathan Netek - Jul 15, 2026
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed into a musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom and, above all, Love.
by Jonathan Netek - Jul 15, 2026
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed into a musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom and, above all, Love.
PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS to Make NYC Debut at Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Bistro Award winner Therese Lee will debut PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, weaving Bing Crosby's music with personal stories and songs from Cole Porter to Joni Mitchell.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Bistro Award winner Therese Lee will debut PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, weaving Bing Crosby's music with personal stories and songs from Cole Porter to Joni Mitchell.
THE GREAT GATSBY North American Tour to Play Overture Hall in Madison
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, will play Overture Hall in Madison, featuring a jazz and pop-infused score.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, will play Overture Hall in Madison, featuring a jazz and pop-infused score.
FROM THE HEART to Return to West End's Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2026
Following a sell-out run last year, multi-award-winning lyricist Don Black will return to the West End with the most ambitious incarnation of From The Heart yet - a celebration of new songs and much-loved favourites.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2026
Following a sell-out run last year, multi-award-winning lyricist Don Black will return to the West End with the most ambitious incarnation of From The Heart yet - a celebration of new songs and much-loved favourites.
MAMMA MIA!, WICKED FOR GOOD & More Set for MOONLIGHT FLICKS at Chester's Grosvenor Park
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026
Storyhouse will present MOONLIGHT FLICKS, an open-air cinema series at Chester's Grosvenor Park, screening titles including MAMMA MIA!, MOULIN ROUGE!, LEGALLY BLONDE, and WICKED FOR GOOD this summer.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026
Storyhouse will present MOONLIGHT FLICKS, an open-air cinema series at Chester's Grosvenor Park, screening titles including MAMMA MIA!, MOULIN ROUGE!, LEGALLY BLONDE, and WICKED FOR GOOD this summer.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
by Theresa Bertram - Jul 10, 2026
There are musicals that entertain, and then there are musicals that completely overwhelm your senses in the most glorious way imaginable. Winner of 10 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, now playing at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville through July 12, is firmly in that second category.
by Theresa Bertram - Jul 10, 2026
There are musicals that entertain, and then there are musicals that completely overwhelm your senses in the most glorious way imaginable. Winner of 10 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, now playing at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville through July 12, is firmly in that second category.
Interview: Rhys Carr of MOULIN ROUGE at BROADWAY AT THE HOBBY CENTER
by Brett Cullum - Jul 4, 2026
It's very communal, and I really appreciate that, especially because tour life can be really isolating. This is my first tour, and it's the longest I've ever been away from home.
by Brett Cullum - Jul 4, 2026
It's very communal, and I really appreciate that, especially because tour life can be really isolating. This is my first tour, and it's the longest I've ever been away from home.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Baz Luhrmann written?
Baz Luhrmann has written 1 shows including Moulin Rouge! (Author).
What awards has Baz Luhrmann been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for La Bohme , Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for La Bohème and Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for La Boheme.
What awards has Baz Luhrmann won?
Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for La Bohème.
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