Jerry Mitchell
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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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[ 1992 ] choreographer
[ 1995 ] choreographer
[ 1997 ] choreographer
[ 1998 ] choreographer
[ 1998 ] choreographer
[ 1998 ] dance consultant
[ 1999 ] choreographer
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[ 1999 ] choreographer
[ 2001 ] choreographer
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[ 2003 ] choreographer
Awards and Nominations
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Jerry Mitchell, BOOP! The Musical
Jerry Mitchell, BOOP! The Musical
Jerry Mitchell, Boop! The Musical
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Jerry Mitchell, Boop! the Musical
Jerry Mitchell, Boop! The Musical
Jerry Mitchell, BOOP! The Musical
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Jerry MitchellKinky Boots
Jerry MitchellDirty Rotten Scoundrels
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Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Jerry Mitchell
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
Jerry Mitchell, Kinky Boots
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Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde
Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde
Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray
Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde
Jerry Mitchell, Legally Blonde
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Jerry Mitchell, La Cage Aux Folles
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Jerry Mitchell , La Cage aux Folles
Jerry Mitchell, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
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Jerry Mitchell, La Cage aux Folles
Jerry Mitchell, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
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Jerry Mitchell, La Cage aux Folles
Jerry Mitchell , Never Gonna Dance
Jerry Mitchell, Never Gonna Dance
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Jerry Mitchell, Never Gonna Dance
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Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray
Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray
Jerry Mitchell, Hairspray
Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty
Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty
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Jerry Mitchell, The Full Monty
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Jerry Mitchell, The Rocky Horror Show
Videos
Video: Helen J. Shen Talks Filming THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 While Starring in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-30 11:54:39
Video: Helen J. Shen is Anne Hathaway's New Assistant in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-16 16:08:41
Video: See Helen J Shen in Final Trailer for THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-06 13:27:41
Video: Meryl Streep Shares THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Clip, Expresses Excitement for MAMMA MIA 3 on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-02 11:05:48
Video: THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Drops New Teaser; Tickets Now on Sale
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-12 10:43:47
Video: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, & More in New Trailer for THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-01 20:14:53
Video: KINKY BOOTS Tour Stars Perform Acoustic 'Not My Father's Son'
by Michael Major - 2026-01-09 10:00:20
Video: Jessica Vosk Departs HELL'S KITCHEN With An Explosive 'Pawn It All'
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-12-01 21:34:50
Video: Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway Return in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 Teaser Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-12 12:26:51
Video: The Cast of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Performs 'Dress Your Way Up' In New Music Video
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-09-23 23:29:05
Video: Watch THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Cast Record the Title Song For Cast Album
by Michael Major - 2025-09-11 13:53:14
Video: Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff Host New 42 Studios Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-09-09 15:37:10
Video: Watch an Early Test For BOOP!'s Color-Changing Act Two Opening
by Michael Major - 2025-07-03 10:49:52
Video: BOOP! Composer David Foster Spotlighted on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-27 11:31:18
Video: Follow Jasmine Amy Rogers’ Journey to BOOP! Debut in STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-14 13:06:03
News
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2026
A new episode of the GLAAD-nominated documentary series FINDING FIRE ISLAND examines how the HIV/AIDS crisis united Broadway and Fire Island Pines, with reflections from Jerry Mitchell, Billy Porter, and others. Check out the video here.
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Jul 14, 2026
'On Your Feet!' The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan storms into Makati's Proscenium Theater not simply as a jukebox musical but as a lively celebration of rhythm, resilience, and cultural spirit.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
The Fire Island Pines Arts Project has announced a one-night-only benefit reading of Larry Kramer’s The Normal Heart in August at Whyte Hall, Fire Island Pines.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 14, 2026
The Fire Island Pines Arts Project (FIPAP) just announced a one-night-only benefit reading of Larry Kramer’s The Normal Heart, directed by Leigh Silverman, on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Whyte Hall, Fire Island Pines. We have all of the details here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2026
Single tickets are on sale now for four upcoming shows in The Fabulous Fox’s 2026-2027 Broadway Series. Tickets are available for the following shows: Clue; Death Becomes Her; BOOP! The Musical; A Beautiful Noise – The Neil Diamond Musical.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2026
Vanessa Williams will conclude her run as Miranda Priestly in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA THE MUSICAL at London's Dominion Theatre, with Matt Henry also set to depart his role as Nigel.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS has released video of 'The Dick Tracy Show,' one of the featured numbers from Broadway Bares: License to Strip. The performance stars Khasan Brailsford and Chance Hoover in a comic book-inspired routine choreographed by Julius Anthony Rubio.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Watch a new performance video from the Japanese production of BOOP! The Musical, featuring Makoto Rei and a cast led by Yuya Matsushita, Kenta Mizue, Reon Yuzuki, and mor
by Team BWW - Jun 23, 2026
Ready to see your next West End show? Of course you are! Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week. Check out the shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to this week!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026
More than 200 of New York City’s fiercest dancers took over Hammerstein Ballroom for Broadway Bares: License to Strip. See photos and video from the event here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2026
The Devil Wears Prada 2 will make its streaming debut on both Disney+ and Hulu on July 29, following its digital release on June 30. The movie hit theaters on May 1.
by Michael Gioia - Jun 14, 2026
Here is your complete guide to everything happening at The Festival, the three-day Broadway event taking place this August.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
The Festival has released initial programming for the three-day outdoor event taking place at Kingston’s historic Hutton Brickyards. The first-of-its-kind celebration of Broadway will feature three days of musical theater performances and activations.
by Angela Lin - Jun 10, 2026
Kinky Boots cast members hosted a dance workshop to support Brave Space Alliance’s Dignity Suite. BroadwayWorld sat down with Omari Collins and Robert Miller to talk about Kinky Boots, Lola, and the power of dance, drag, and a sexy pair of heels.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
KINKY BOOTS is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre for a limited engagement. Leading the tour will be Omari Collins “Scarlett D. Von'Du” as Lola, Noah Silverman as Charlie Price, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
You can now see photos and videos from The Entertainment Community Fund's Annual Gala on Monday, June 1, 2026 in New York City, which raised $1.8 million to support their programs and services.
by Barry Lenny - Jun 4, 2026
This is a light-weight but entertaining night out.
by Team BWW - Jun 3, 2026
Chicago 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 June 2026 include Catch as a Can and more
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026
Betty Boop, the iconic cartoon character that was recently brought to the stage in Boop! The Musical, is receiving a new cinematic treatment from Quinta Brunson.
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL will return for a major UK Tour, arriving at Milton Keynes Theatre in 2027. The production will take to the road again next year. Learn more here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Jerry Mitchell has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
Jerry Mitchell has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for BOOP! The Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for BOOP! The Musical, OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A MUSICAL (Drama League Awards) for Boop! The Musical, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Boop! the Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Boop! The Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for BOOP! The Musical, 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 Never Gonna Dance, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Hairspray, 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 Full Monty and Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show.
Jerry Mitchell has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for BOOP! The Musical and at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Boop! the Musical. He also received the Best Choreography award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Kinky Boots and was recognized at the Olivier Awards with the Best New Musical award for Legally Blonde. Additionally, he won Best Choreography at the BroadwayWorld Awards for La Cage Aux Folles, and received Outstanding Choreography honors from the Outer Critics Circle Awards and Drama Desk Awards for La Cage aux Folles, as well as for Never Gonna Dance, Hairspray, and The Full Monty.
