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Diane Paulus BIO

Diane Paulus is the Artistic Director of the A.R.T., where her directing credits include: Prometheus Bound, Death and the Powers: The Robots' Opera (premiered in Monaco in September 2010), Johnny Baseball, Best of Both Worlds and The Donkey Show, a disco adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream, which ran for six years Off-Broadway.

Her recent theater credits include The Public Theater's revival of Hair on Broadway (2009 Tony Award winner for Best Revival of a Musical, nominated for eight Tony Awards including Best Director, as well as winner of a Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award and Drama League Award for Best Revival of a Musical). Other recent work includes Kiss Me, Kate (Glimmerglass Opera) and Lost Highway (ENO co-production with the Young Vic). Opera credits include Il Mondo Della Luna (Gotham Chamber Opera at the Hayden Planetarium), Don Giovanni, Le nozze di Figaro, Turn Of The Screw, Cosi fan tutte; and Il ritorno d'Ulisse in patria, L'incoronazione di Poppea and Orfeo at the Chicago Opera Theater. Diane is a Professor of the Practice of Theater at Harvard University.

Paulus was recently named one of the "50 Most Powerful Women in Boston" by Boston Magazine and received the 2011 Elliot Norton Award for Best Director for her work on Prometheus Bound, Johnny Baseball and Hair.

She is a recent recipient of an Honorary Doctorate from Boston Conservatory.

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Diane Paulus STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1981
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Diane Paulus Productions

 
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[West End, 2019]
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[Off-Broadway, 2018]
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[Boston, 2018]
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[US Tour, 2017]
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[Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Boston, 2015]
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[US Tour, 2014]
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[Broadway, 2013]
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[Broadway, 2011]
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[US Tour, 2010]
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[New York, 2001]
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Diane Paulus Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Diane Paulus, Jagged Little Pill

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Direction of a Musical

Diane Paulus, Jagged Little Pill

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Diane Paulus, Pippin

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Diane Paulus, Pippin

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Musical

Diane Paulus, Pippin


winner
Drama League Awards - 2012 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing

Diane Paulus

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Musical

Diane Paulus, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Diane Paulus, Hair

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Diane Paulus, Hair

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Direction of a Musical

Diane Paulus, Hair

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Diane Paulus News


Viral Choreographers Cost n' Mayor Set For Productions of WAITRESS at La Mirada and Ogunquit

BroadwayWorld has learned that viral TikTok dancers Austin and Marideth Telenko will choreograph productions of Waitress at La Mirada Theatre in Los Angeles for McCoy Rigby Entertainment and Ogunquit Playhouse this season.

Review Round-up: JAGGED LITTLE PILL, THE 39 STEPS, MRS. KRISHNAN'S PARTY and THE REVOLUTIONISTS

In the aftermath of experiencing the Nashville premiere of Jagged Little Pill — the musical inspired by and featuring music from Alanis Morissette’s 1995 album of the same name, other songs written by her and including two created expressly for the production, and featuring a compelling, biting and challenging book by Diablo Cody — one cannot help but lament the show’s abbreviated three-performance run at TPAC’s Andrew Jackson Hall.

Photos: Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, and More Arrive at Opening Night of DOUBT

See photos of Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, Rupert Friend, Nathan Lane, and more arriving on the red carpet of the opening night celebration of Doubt here!

Review: Compelling transitions abound in A.R.T.'s BECOMING A MAN

What did our critic think of BECOMING A MAN at Loeb Drama Center?

A STRANGE LOOP & More Lead Boston's Spring 2024 Top Theatre Shows

Boston 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. Selections for Spring 2024 include A Strange Loop and more!

Diane Paulus-Directed ROMEO AND JULIET Will Open at A.R.T. in September

A new production of Romeo and Juliet is headed to American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University this September! The production will be directed by A.R.T.’s Tony Award-winning Artistic Director Diane Paulus and feature movement direction and choreography by two-time Olivier Award winner Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui.

Interview: Audra McDonald talks about AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD, her role in 'Rustin' and more

When it comes to concerts, Audra McDonald says she’s learned to choose a song list that really appeals to her. And she’s done just that for her current tour, which will bring her to Symphony Hall for her eighth appearance with the Celebrity Series of Boston, this time with an orchestra of local musicians, on February 27.

Photos: First Look At BECOMING A MAN At American Repertory Theater

See first look photos of Becoming A Man at American Repertory Theater, a world premiere play about one man's gender transition amid a pivotal political moment in America. From acclaimed memoirist P. Carl and Tony Award-winning director Diane Paulus, Becoming a Man is a story about the courage-and the community-we need to become ourselves.

San Francisco Opera Announces 2024�"25 Season Including CARMEN, LA BOHÈME and More

The 2024–25 Season includes six mainstage opera productions along with concert presentations including a one-night-only performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony on October 26, honoring the work's 200th anniversary and, in the summer of 2025, a special Pride Concert celebrating San Francisco's LGBTQIA+ community.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, PIPPIN & More Set for Garden Theatre's 2024-2025 Season

The Garden Theatre has revealed the 2024-2025 Broadway on Plant Theatre Season, running from July 2024 - June 2025. See which shows are being presented, and learn how to purchase tickets.

American Dance Guild Festival Returns To Ailey Citigroup This Month

The American Dance Guild Festival returns to Ailey Citigroup Theater from Feb. 22-25, featuring works by 30 contemporary choreographers and honoring Joan Miller, Ron K. Brown/Evidence, and Celia Ipiotis/Eye on Dance. Don't miss this celebration of modern dance innovation.

Spring Improv Classes Come to Vivid Stage

Vivid Stage is offering a new season of improv classes for adults this spring. The next session, which includes three different classes, begins on March 5. Learn more about the lineup here!

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for BECOMING A. MAN at the A.R.T.

The newest A.R.T. world-premiere play is about one man’s gender transition amid a pivotal political moment in America. Go inside rehearsals for Becoming a Man in this video.

Spotlight: Stephanie J. Block in an All New Concert at Kaufmann Concert Hall

Stephanie J. Block in an all-new concert – songs by Jule Styne, James Taylor & more!

Judy Kuhn to Celebrate Laura Nyro at 92NY

Judy Kuhn will celebrate the music of Laura Nyro in a special performance at 92NY.

BECOMING A MAN, PRETTY WOMAN & More Lead Boston's February 2024 Theater Top Picks

Boston 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 the top picks for February 2024!

New Block Of Tickets On Sale For GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert Starring George Salazar, Colton Ryan and More

Keen Company announces new block of tickets for GLORY DAYS benefit concert featuring Jordan Dobson, Derek Klena, Colton Ryan, and George Salazar. One-night-only event at Symphony Space.

A.R.T. Reveals Act II and Associated Programming for BECOMING A MAN

American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University has REVEALED Act II guest speakers and associated programming for its upcoming production of Becoming a Man.

John Rubinstein Brings EISENHOWER: THIS PIECE OF GROUND to the Rubicon Theatre in February

As part of the company’s 25th Anniversary Season, RUBICON THEATRE has announced its production of EISENHOWER: THIS PIECE OF GROUND, a riveting one-person play starring Tony Award-winner JOHN RUBINSTEIN.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for BECOMING A MAN at A.R.T.

Check out rehearsal photos fro Becoming a Man at A.R.T.

Diane Paulus FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Diane Paulus written?

Diane Paulus has written 3 shows including The Donkey Show: A Midsummer Night's Disco (Creator), Eli's Comin' (Playwright), Swimming with Watermelons (Conceiver).

What awards has Diane Paulus been nominated for?

Diane Paulus has been nominated for various awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Jagged Little Pill," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Jagged Little Pill," Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Pippin," Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Pippin," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Pippin," Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards, Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess," Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hair," Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Hair," and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hair."

What awards has Diane Paulus won?

Diane Paulus has won the Outstanding Director of a Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Jagged Little Pill" and the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing from the Drama League Awards.

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