Jerry Mitchell
Latest News on Jerry Mitchell:
Jasmine Amy Rogers Will Lead BOOP! THE MUSICAL on Broadway; Full Cast Set (Nov 19, 2024)
BOOP! The Musical Reveals BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest Winners (Oct 31, 2024)
Video: TikTok Dancer Kim Hale Continues to Pursue Broadway Dreams (Oct 28, 2024)
Jasmine Amy Rogers Will Lead BOOP! THE MUSICAL on Broadway; Full Cast Set (Nov 19, 2024)
BOOP! The Musical Reveals BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest Winners (Oct 31, 2024)
Video: TikTok Dancer Kim Hale Continues to Pursue Broadway Dreams (Oct 28, 2024)
BIO
Jerry Mitchell made his Broadway and West End debuts as director of Legally Blonde, for which he also served as Choreographer, and was nominated for both the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for his choreography and the Drama Desk Award for his direction. He also recently choreographed the Broadway production of Catch Me If You Can and West End production of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies. Mitchell received Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics' Circle Awards for choreographing the 2005 Tony Award-winning Best Revival of La Cage aux Folles, having also been nominated for the Tony as choreographer of Legally Blonde and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Previously, Mitchell has received Olivier, Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics' Circle and Astaire Award nominations for choreographing Hairspray and Tony, Drama Desk and Astaire Award nominations for choreographing The Full Monty. On Broadway, he choreographed the hit revivals of Gypsy, starring Bernadette Peters, The Rocky Horror Show (Drama Desk nomination) and You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, as well as Never Gonna Dance and Hedwig and the Angry Inch, both on stage and film. He conceived and co-produces Broadway Bares, a comedy burlesque performed annually for the charity, Broadway Cares. Most recently, he directed, choreographed and co-produced Peepshow, a Las Vegas extravaganza production show, and served as Production Supervisor for the Toronto and Broadway productions of Priscilla Queen of the Desert. Currently, he is supervising the writing of Broadway musicals based on the films Kinky Boots and Mad Hot Ballroom and the iconic television series, The Honeymooners, all of which he will direct and choreograph for Broadway.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1991
Ensemble/Other Roles
Drugstore Cowboy
Indian of The Dawn
Will Rogers Wrangler
Productions
Movies
Walls of Glass
[ 1985 ] choreographer
[ 1985 ] choreographer
Scent of a Woman
[ 1992 ] choreographer
[ 1992 ] choreographer
Jeffrey
[ 1995 ] choreographer
[ 1995 ] choreographer
In & Out
[ 1997 ] choreographer
[ 1997 ] choreographer
It All Came True
[ 1998 ] choreographer
[ 1998 ] choreographer
One True Thing
[ 1998 ] choreographer
[ 1998 ] choreographer
Meet Joe Black
[ 1998 ] dance consultant
[ 1998 ] dance consultant
Liberty Heights
[ 1999 ] choreographer
[ 1999 ] choreographer
Drop Dead Gorgeous
[ 1999 ] choreographer
[ 1999 ] choreographer
Simply Irresistible
[ 1999 ] choreographer
[ 1999 ] choreographer
Hedwig and the Angry Inch
[ 2001 ] choreographer
[ 2001 ] choreographer
Camp
[ 2003 ] choreographer
[ 2003 ] choreographer
Marci X
[ 2003 ] choreographer
[ 2003 ] choreographer
Awards and Nominations
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Choreographer
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Jerry MitchellKinky Boots
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Jerry MitchellDirty Rotten Scoundrels
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2013 - Best Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Drama League Awards - 2013 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing
Jerry Mitchell
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Choreographer
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
winner
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best New Musical
Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde
Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, La Cage Aux Folles
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell , La Cage aux Folles
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, La Cage aux Folles
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, La Cage aux Folles
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell , Never Gonna Dance
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Never Gonna Dance
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Never Gonna Dance
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, The Rocky Horror Show
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Choreography
Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty
Videos
Video: Vanessa Williams is Miranda Priestly in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Teaser
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 6, 2024
Video: Celebrating 25 Years of LaDuca Shoes with the Man Himself, Phil LaDuca
by Joey Mervis - Jun 13, 2024
Video: Emilio and Gloria Estefan Visit ON YOUR FEET! at Riverside Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024
Vanessa Williams Will Play Miranda Priestly in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Musical
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2024
Video: Get a First Look at PRETYY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024
Video: The Touring Cast of HAIRSPRAY Describes the Musical in One Word
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2024
Video: Jerry Mitchell Discusses Developing BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL on ABC7 Chicago
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 2, 2023
Video: Jasmine Amy Rogers Performs 'Where I Wanna Be' From BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023
Video: BOOP! The Musical's David Foster, Jerry Mitchell, Jasmine Amy Rogers & More Meet the Press
by Alan Henry - Nov 8, 2023
Video: First Look! Jerry Mitchell-Directed BOOP! THE MUSICAL Meets The Press!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2023
Video: Go Behind Manhattan Theatre Club in New ALL ARTS Doc With Sarah Jessica Parker, André De Shields & More
by Michael Major - Sep 13, 2023
Video: Mykal Kilgore Performs the BROADWAY BARES: PLEASURE PARK Finale in Rehearsal
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 18, 2023
Video: Broadway's Best Dancers Gather on the Red Carpet at the 2023 Chita Rivera Awards
by Red Carpet - May 25, 2023
Video: Watch Art Transform the Lives of Kids with Disabilities in EVERYBODY DANCE Documentary
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 15, 2023
News
Jasmine Amy Rogers Will Lead BOOP! THE MUSICAL on Broadway; Full Cast Set
BOOP! The Musical has found its cast! The Broadway production will be led by Jasmine Amy Rogers in the title role, who led the cast in its world premiere production in Chicago last year.
BOOP! The Musical has found its cast! The Broadway production will be led by Jasmine Amy Rogers in the title role, who led the cast in its world premiere production in Chicago last year.
BOOP! The Musical Reveals BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest Winners
BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical has revealed the winners of the BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest on Instagram. See who the winners are and learn more about the new Broadway show!
BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical has revealed the winners of the BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest on Instagram. See who the winners are and learn more about the new Broadway show!
Video: TikTok Dancer Kim Hale Continues to Pursue Broadway Dreams
Following a one-night stint in Chicago on Broadway, viral dancer Kim Hale hopes to make her dreams a reality by booking a role in a Broadway show. Watch a recent interview with Hale here!
Following a one-night stint in Chicago on Broadway, viral dancer Kim Hale hopes to make her dreams a reality by booking a role in a Broadway show. Watch a recent interview with Hale here!
BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL to Celebrate Halloween with Costume Contest
BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical will celebrate Halloween with a BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest. See how to enter the contest and learn more about the production!
BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical will celebrate Halloween with a BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest. See how to enter the contest and learn more about the production!
Review: BECOMING NANCY, Birmingham Rep
Cheese and pineapple on a stick, anyone? The latest musical from Birmingham Rep takes us back to 1970s Britain, where trousers were flared, birthday parties required Iced Gems, and boys definitely didn't play girls in school musicals without everyone having something to say about it. BWW's critic weighs in.
Cheese and pineapple on a stick, anyone? The latest musical from Birmingham Rep takes us back to 1970s Britain, where trousers were flared, birthday parties required Iced Gems, and boys definitely didn't play girls in school musicals without everyone having something to say about it. BWW's critic weighs in.
Review Roundup: BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep
Becoming Nancy at Birmingham Rep, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell, held its official opening press night in the UK on Tuesday 15 October 2024. Read the reviews from all of the major critics for Becoming Nancy here!
Becoming Nancy at Birmingham Rep, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell, held its official opening press night in the UK on Tuesday 15 October 2024. Read the reviews from all of the major critics for Becoming Nancy here!
Stanley Tucci Expresses Interest in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Sequel
Earlier this year, it was revealed that a sequel to the hit film The Devil Wears Prada is in development at Disney. Now, in new interviews, actor Stanley Tucci has revealed that he is open to returning to the film.
Earlier this year, it was revealed that a sequel to the hit film The Devil Wears Prada is in development at Disney. Now, in new interviews, actor Stanley Tucci has revealed that he is open to returning to the film.
Video: THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA UK First Look Trailer
The Devil Wears Prada, a new musical, based on the film and novel, is being presented at London’s Dominion Theatre this October, featuring an original score by music icon Elton John. Watch the trailer and get a first look at the Vanessa Williams led cast performing from the show!
The Devil Wears Prada, a new musical, based on the film and novel, is being presented at London’s Dominion Theatre this October, featuring an original score by music icon Elton John. Watch the trailer and get a first look at the Vanessa Williams led cast performing from the show!
Video: BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep
An all new trailer has been released for Becoming Nancy at Birmingham Rep, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell. Check out the video here and get a look at the production on stage!
An all new trailer has been released for Becoming Nancy at Birmingham Rep, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell. Check out the video here and get a look at the production on stage!
Theatre Now Hosts Master Class With Susan Birkenhead
Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held on Monday, October 21st at 6:30pm, featuring a Master Class with Tony-nominated lyricist Susan Birkenhead (Jelly's Last Jam, Working, BOOP!).
Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held on Monday, October 21st at 6:30pm, featuring a Master Class with Tony-nominated lyricist Susan Birkenhead (Jelly's Last Jam, Working, BOOP!).
WEST SIDE STORY Comes to OFC Creations Theatre Center
OFC Creations Theatre Center is presenting WEST SIDE STORY in Rochester through October 27, 2024, featuring Joy Del Valle as Maria and Max Ruscio as Tony.
OFC Creations Theatre Center is presenting WEST SIDE STORY in Rochester through October 27, 2024, featuring Joy Del Valle as Maria and Max Ruscio as Tony.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL Comes To The Weidner This February
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is set to captivate audiences at The Weidner on February 17, 2025. Tickets will be available starting Friday, offering a chance to experience this Broadway hit live.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is set to captivate audiences at The Weidner on February 17, 2025. Tickets will be available starting Friday, offering a chance to experience this Broadway hit live.
Photos: BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep
Birmingham Rep has released all new photos from Becoming Nancy, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell. The musical will host its official press night in Birmingham on Tuesday 15 October 2024.
Birmingham Rep has released all new photos from Becoming Nancy, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell. The musical will host its official press night in Birmingham on Tuesday 15 October 2024.
Video: Jessica Vosk Sings From SIX THE MUSICAL
Jessica Vosk recently took to the concert stage with a cover of a popular ballad from Broadway's pop phenomenon SIX the Musical! Watch the video!
Jessica Vosk recently took to the concert stage with a cover of a popular ballad from Broadway's pop phenomenon SIX the Musical! Watch the video!
Tony-Winner Christopher Ashley To Receive Prestigious 'Mr. Abbott' Award From Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Cyndi Lauper Reveals KINKY BOOTS Musical Movie May Be in the Works
Cyndi Lauper, who wrote the music and lyrics for the musical Kinky Boots, has revealed that the musical may be headed for the big screen!
Cyndi Lauper, who wrote the music and lyrics for the musical Kinky Boots, has revealed that the musical may be headed for the big screen!
Video: Jerry Mitchell Talks BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep
Watch Jerry Mitchell discuss Becoming Nancy ahead of its UK Premiere at Birmingham Rep in October 2024. Check out the video here!
Watch Jerry Mitchell discuss Becoming Nancy ahead of its UK Premiere at Birmingham Rep in October 2024. Check out the video here!
Video: BECOMING NANCY Begins Rehearsals Ahead of UK Premiere
All new rehearsal footage has been released of the cast of Becoming Nancy, ahead of its UK Premiere in October 2024. Check out the video here!
All new rehearsal footage has been released of the cast of Becoming Nancy, ahead of its UK Premiere in October 2024. Check out the video here!
Shaina Taub Will Host Broadway for Harris Community Launch
Shaina Taub, creator and star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Suffs, will host the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call tonight, Monday, August 26 from 6:00-7:00pm ET. The call will take place over Zoom and is open to the public.
Shaina Taub, creator and star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Suffs, will host the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call tonight, Monday, August 26 from 6:00-7:00pm ET. The call will take place over Zoom and is open to the public.
70+ Broadway Stars Unite in Support of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz
New York’s theater community is organizing to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election. Broadway for Harris is a volunteer coalition of industry professionals and theater enthusiasts united to elect Kamala Harris, Tim Walz and down ballot Democratic candidates this November.
New York’s theater community is organizing to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election. Broadway for Harris is a volunteer coalition of industry professionals and theater enthusiasts united to elect Kamala Harris, Tim Walz and down ballot Democratic candidates this November.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jerry Mitchell been in?
Jerry Mitchell has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Jerry Mitchell been in?
Jerry Mitchell has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jerry Mitchell been nominated for?
Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Kinky Boots, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Kinky Boots, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kinky Boots, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Legally Blonde, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Legally Blonde, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Hairspray , Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Legally Blonde, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Legally Blonde, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for La Cage Aux Folles, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for La Cage aux Folles, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Never Gonna Dance , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Never Gonna Dance, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Hairspray, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Never Gonna Dance, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hairspray , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Hairspray, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Full Monty , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Full Monty, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show and Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Full Monty.
What awards has Jerry Mitchell won?
Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Kinky Boots; Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Legally Blonde; Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for La Cage Aux Folles; Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for La Cage aux Folles; Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for La Cage aux Folles; Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for La Cage aux Folles; Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Never Gonna Dance; Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Hairspray; Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Full Monty; and Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show.
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