Des McAnuff
Latest News on Des McAnuff:
Video: Music Director & Conductor Alan Everman on La Mirada's JERSEY BOYS (Apr 18, 2024)
HADESTOWN, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and More Set For the 2024-25 Season at the Robinson Center (Apr 18, 2024)
MEAN GIRLS, AIN'T TOO PROUD And More Announced for Broadway At Pikes Peak Center 2024-25 Season (Apr 16, 2024)
Video: Music Director & Conductor Alan Everman on La Mirada's JERSEY BOYS (Apr 18, 2024)
HADESTOWN, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and More Set For the 2024-25 Season at the Robinson Center (Apr 18, 2024)
MEAN GIRLS, AIN'T TOO PROUD And More Announced for Broadway At Pikes Peak Center 2024-25 Season (Apr 16, 2024)
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McAnuff is a two-time Tony Award-winning director and former Artistic Director of the Stratford Festival. Broadway: Summer, Doctor Zhivago, Jesus Christ Superstar, Guys and Dolls, Aaron Sorkin’s The Farnsworth Invention, Jersey Boys (Tony and Olivier Awards for Best Musical), Billy Crystal’s 700 Sundays (Tony Award for Best Special Theatrical Event), Dracula, the Musical, How to Succeed..., The Who’s Tommy (Tony and Olivier Awards for Best Director), A Walk in the Woods, Big River (Tony Awards for Best Director, Best Musical).
McAnuff is also Director Emeritus of La Jolla Playhouse, where during his tenure as Artistic Director, he staged more than 35 productions of classics, new plays, and musicals. Under his leadership, the Playhouse received the Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theater.
Raised in Canada, he was a part of the Toronto alternative theatre scene in the 70s. While at Stratford, he directed multiple productions including A Word or Two, The Tempest, and Caesar and Cleopatra (all starring Christopher Plummer), Tommy, Jesus Christ Superstar, Twelfth Night (starring Brian Dennehy), ...Forum, As You Like It, Macbeth, and Romeo and Juliet.
In 2006, he received the prestigious Julia Hansen Award for Excellence in Directing and in 2011, he was honoured with a doctorate from Ryerson University where he attended the Theatre School. In 2012, he was awarded Canada’s esteemed Governor General’s National Arts Center Award and the Order of Canada.
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Des McAnuff Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Direction of a Musical
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Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Director
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Drama League Awards - 2006 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Direction of a Musical
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Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Director
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Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Direction of a Musical
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - Best Director - Musical
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Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Book of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Direction of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Direction of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Lyrics
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Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Music
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Des McAnuff Videos
Video: Ali Louis Bourzgui Talks Making His Broadway Debut in THE WHO'S TOMMY
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 6, 2024
Video: Cast and Creative Team Talk THE WHO'S TOMMY on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 31, 2024
Video: Watch Ali Louis Bourzgui Record 'See Me, Feel Me' from THE WHO'S TOMMY
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 30, 2024
Video: Watch THE WHO'S TOMMY Perform 'Pinball Wizard,' 'See Me, Feel Me' & More
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2024
Video: Des McAnuff Is Back for Seconds with THE WHO'S TOMMY
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Mar 13, 2024
VIDEO: Watch 'Pinball Wizard' from THE WHO'S TOMMY at the Goodman Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 19, 2023
Video: Get a Sneak Peek of AIN'T TOO PROUD London Cast Singing 'My Girl'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2023
Josh Young and Emily Padgett Will Bring VALJEAN, COSETTE AND A STRING QUARTET to the Green Room 42
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 29, 2022
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes With JERSEY BOYS' Return to Live Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2022
BWW Exclusive: Watch the AIN'T TOO PROUD Cast Honor Berry Gordy at the Kennedy Center Honors
by Michael Major - Dec 16, 2021
VIDEO: West End Cast of JERSEY BOYS Performs on the Roof of the Trafalgar Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2021
Des McAnuff News
Video: Music Director & Conductor Alan Everman on La Mirada's JERSEY BOYS
Go inside rehearsals with music director Alan Everman of 3-D Theatricals in association with La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of JERSEY BOYS.
HADESTOWN, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and More Set For the 2024-25 Season at the Robinson Center
Celebrity Attractions has announced the lineup for the 2024-25 season at the Robinson Center. The season kicks off in September 2024 with Peter Pan and continues through April 2025.
MEAN GIRLS, AIN'T TOO PROUD And More Announced for Broadway At Pikes Peak Center 2024-25 Season
Discover the exciting new season lineup for the 24-25 Broadway at Pikes Peak Center series.
MEAN GIRLS, AIN'T TOO PROUD And More Announced for Broadway In Thousand Oaks 2024-25 Season
Discover the exciting new season lineup at 24-25 Broadway in Thousand Oaks. Get ready for a riveting mix of classic and contemporary performances that will captivate all theater enthusiasts.
AIN'T TOO PROUD, BEETLEJUICE & More Set for North Charleston Performing Arts Center 24-25 Season
Discover the 2024 - 2025 Best of Broadway Season lineup at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of JERSEY BOYS at La Mirada Theatre
Go inside rehearsals for 3-D Theatricals in association with La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of JERSEY BOYS, with book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe, musical direction by Allen Everman, choreography by Dana Solimando, and direction by T.J. Dawson.
THE BOOK OF MORMON, MEAN GIRLS And More Announced for 2024�"2025 Broadway Season At Fox Performing Arts Center
Discover the upcoming season at the Fox in Riverside, featuring a line-up of dazzling Broadway shows. Get the latest news and updates about the theater's 24-25 season.
Video: Ali Louis Bourzgui Talks Making His Broadway Debut in THE WHO'S TOMMY
Watch Ali Louis Bourzgui discuss making his Broadway debut in The Who's Tommy in the video here!
Video: Cast and Creative Team Talk THE WHO'S TOMMY on CBS Sunday Morning
Watch Pete Townshend, Des McAnuff, Ali Louis Bourgzui, and Lorin Latarro discuss bringing The Who's Tommy back to Broadway on CBS Sunday Morning in the video here!
Video: Watch Ali Louis Bourzgui Record 'See Me, Feel Me' from THE WHO'S TOMMY
Watch Ali Louis Bourzgui record “See Me, Feel Me' from the new production of The Who's Tommy, currently running at the Nederlander Theatre on Broadway.
Photos: Inside THE WHO'S TOMMY Opening Night Curtain Call
Check out photos from opening night curtain call of The Who's Tommy!
Video: The Company of THE WHO'S TOMMY Celebrates Opening Night
The Walker family has officially taken up residence on 41st Street. The newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s Tommy opened just last night at the Nederlander Theatre. In this video, watch as the cast and creative team celebrate the big night before the curtain went up!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE WHO'S TOMMY on Broadway
Check out photos from opening night of The Who's Tommy on Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Review Roundup: THE WHO'S TOMMY Returns To Broadway!
The Pinball Wizard has returned to conquer Broadway! The revival of the iconic rock n'roll spectacle The Who's Tommy has opened at the Nederlander Theatre in a new production from original Tony Award-winning creators Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff. Read the reviews!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 29, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 29, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
THE WHO'S TOMMY on Broadway- A Complete Guide
Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about The Who's Tommy on Broadway. Check out all the details below!
Video: Watch Highlights from THE WHO'S TOMMY on Broadway
The newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY opens tonight at the Nederlander Theatre and we have your first look at the revival. Check out video highlights here!
Photos: Check Out New Images of THE WHO'S TOMMY on Broadway
Check out new photos of The Who's Tommy on Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!
Alison Luff Takes Over Our Instagram for Opening Night of THE WHO'S TOMMY!
How does Tommy become the Pinball Wizard? Follow along as Alison Luff, who plays 'Mrs. Walker' in The Who's Tommy, takes us on the red carpet and behind the scenes for opening night!
How Often Are Musicals Revived with Their Original Director?
This time, the reader question was: How often is a musical revived on Broadway directed by its original director?
Des McAnuff FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Des McAnuff written?
Des McAnuff has written 4 shows including Tommy (Bookwriter), How It All Began (Adaptation), The Death of Von Richtofen as Witnessed From Earth (Bookwriter), Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (Bookwriter).
What awards has Des McAnuff been nominated for?
Des McAnuff has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout his career, including Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations," "Jersey Boys," "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying," and "Big River." He was also nominated for Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "Jersey Boys" and "Tommy." Additionally, he received the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards. McAnuff's nominations also include Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Jersey Boys" and "The Who's Tommy," as well as Best Book of a Musical and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Who's Tommy." Furthermore, he received nominations for Outstanding Lyrics and Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "Death of Von Richtofen Witnessed from Earth."
What awards has Des McAnuff won?
Des McAnuff has won several awards for his directing work, including the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards, Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "Tommy," Best Director - Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Who's Tommy," and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Who's Tommy."
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