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James L. Nederlander

Also Credited As: James Nederlander, Jr.

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BIO

James L. Nederlander is President of the Nederlander Organization and son of James M. Nederlander (Chairman). He is the third generation of a family known for owning and operating theatres around the world as well as theatrical productions, cultural presentations and popular music attractions. Current productions include West Side Story, The Addams Family, Next to Normal and Race. Upcoming productions include a live show with magician David Blaine.

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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Musical

James L. NederlanderSchool of Rock

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Musical

James L. NederlanderBright Star


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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Play

James L. NederlanderThe Humans


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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical

James L. NederlanderThe Color Purple

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical

James L. NederlanderFiddler on the Roof

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Revival of a Play

James L. Nederlander, The Elephant Man

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Musical

James L. Nederlander, After Midnight


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Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Musical

James L. Nederlander, Kinky Boots

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Revival of a Musical

James L. Nederlander, Evita

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Revival of a Musical

James L. Nederlander, Evita

Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Musical

James L. Nederlander, Million Dollar Quartet

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Musical

James L. Nederlander, Next to Normal

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Revival of a Musical

James L. Nederlander, West Side Story

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Musical

James L. Nederlander, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Revival of a Play

James L. Nederlander, Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Revival of a Musical

James L. Nederlander, Fiddler on the Roof

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Musical

James L. Nederlander, Movin' Out


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Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Musical

James L. Nederlander, Thoroughly Modern Millie

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News


Tickets are Now on Sale for SOME LIKE IT HOT in San Diego

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in San Diego are now on sale. The show will run at the San Diego Civic Theatre beginning in January.
SOME LIKE IT HOT Memphis Premiere On Sale This Friday At The Orpheum

Tickets for the Memphis premiere of SOME LIKE IT HOT at the Orpheum Theatre go on sale Friday, November 22. The show will run from April 8 to 13 as part of the 2024-2025 Broadway Season.
TAMMY FAYE To Play Final Broadway Performance in December

The Almeida Theatre production of the new musical TAMMY FAYE will play its final Broadway performance in December. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets before it plays its final show.
Tickets to KIMBERLY AKIMBO in Boston On Sale Now

Tickets for the Tony Award-winning production of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, presented by Broadway In Boston, are now available. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Denzel Washington & James L. Nederlander to be Honored at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala

The Entertainment Community Fund will host its Annual Gala, The evening will celebrate Tony Award winner and Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Theater Owner and Producer James L. Nederlander. Learn how to attend.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO to Make Columbus Premiere at the Ohio Theatre

Broadway in Columbus will present the Columbus premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, for eight shows in June. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets on Sale This Month For KIMBERLY AKIMBO in Detroit

Broadway In Detroit has announced that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will go on sale this month for the show's upcoming run in March of 2025.
PRINCE OF EGYPT Is Now Available for Licensing

The Prince of Egypt is a sweeping epic of a musical with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar winner Stephen Schwartz, a book by Philip LaZebnik, and 10 new songs written by Schwartz, together with five of his songs from the film.
Tickets On Sale This Week For SOME LIKE IT HOT at PPAC

Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in Providence will go on sale Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10A for performances running from Tuesday, April 22 through Sunday, April 27, 2025. 
Phillip Johnson Richardson Joins HELL'S KITCHEN as 'Knuck' This Month

Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN will welcome Phillip Johnson Richardson (The Wiz) as “Knuck”, starting on Tuesday, October 22. Chris Lee, who originated the role, will play his final performance on Sunday, October 20.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Los Angeles Next Week

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and the most critically-acclaimed musical of its season, will make its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited three-week engagement, from October 15 – November 3, 2024.
MTI Acquires Rights to KIMBERLY AKIMBO

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the acquisition of Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the most Tony Awards of the 2022-2023 season, including Best Musical.
SOME LIKE IT HOT Comes to the Bushnell

The Bushnell has announced SOME LIKE IT HOT will be coming to The Bushnell on April 29 through May 4, 2025. Tickets will go on sale Friday, October 11 at 10 a.m.
Tony-Winning Musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO Is Coming To The Eccles Theater

Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles has announced that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL and the most critically acclaimed musical of its season, are now on sale.
Performers Announced For A TECTONIC CABARET In October

Tectonic Theater Project's annual gala A Tectonic Cabaret will take place at Current (Pier 59 Chelsea Piers) starting with a 6:30 PM cocktail hour and performances beginning at 7:30 PM.
Photos: Touring Cast of SOME LIKE IT HOT, Beginning Performances Tonight

All new photos have been released of the principal cast of Some Like It Hot on tour, featuring Matt Loehr as Joe/Josephine, Tavis Kordell as Jerry/Daphne, and Leandra Ellis-Gaston as Sugar.
Rob McClure Will Play Final Performance in MRS. DOUBTFIRE on Tour

Two-time Tony Award® nominee Rob McClure will say goodbye to the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire on October 13, 2024, after originating the role and earning a Tony nomination for his performance. He will have played over 400 performances with the show.   
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to BroadwaySF's Curran Theatre

The five-time Tony Award winning musical, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
SOME LIKE IT HOT Comes to Proctors Next Week

SOME LIKE IT HOT will be on the MainStage at Proctors in Schenectady in two weeks.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO to Have Seattle Premiere at The Paramount Theatre

Individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, will go on sale in Seattle starting Tuesday, September 17 at 10am. Learn how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has James L. Nederlander been nominated for?

Best Musical (Tony Awards) for School of Rock, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Bright Star, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fiddler on the Roof, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Elephant Man, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for After Midnight, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Evita, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Evita, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Million Dollar Quartet, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for West Side Story, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fiddler on the Roof, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Movin' Out and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.

What awards has James L. Nederlander won?

Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.

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