Jerry Zaks
Birth Place: Stuttgart, GERMANY
Latest News on Jerry Zaks:
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Eisemann Center in 2025 (Nov 4, 2024)
CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL and EL OTRO OZ to Play Kirk Douglas Theatre (Nov 2, 2024)
Show of the Week: Save Up to 40% on MRS. DOUBTFIRE at the Shaftesbury Theatre (Oct 21, 2024)
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Eisemann Center in 2025 (Nov 4, 2024)
CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL and EL OTRO OZ to Play Kirk Douglas Theatre (Nov 2, 2024)
Show of the Week: Save Up to 40% on MRS. DOUBTFIRE at the Shaftesbury Theatre (Oct 21, 2024)
BIO
Jerry won four Tony Awards, four Drama Desk Awards, two Outer Critics Circle Awards and an Obie Award. Mr. Zaks directed many Broadway shows including Sister Act, Guys and Dolls, Six Degrees of Separation, Lend Me a Tenor, House of Blue Leaves, Smokey Joe's Cafe, Anything Goes, La Cage aux Folles, Little Shop of Horrors and more. Mr. Zaks received SDC's Mr. Abbott Award for lifetime achievement and an honorary doctorate of fine arts from his alma mater, Dartmouth College. Mr. Zaks is a 2013 inductee to the Theater Hall of Fame.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Movies
Outrageous Fortune
[ 1987 ] Tobacco Clerk
[ 1987 ] Tobacco Clerk
Crimes and Misdemeanors
[ 1989 ] Man on Campus
[ 1989 ] Man on Campus
Husbands and Wives
[ 1992 ] Dinner Party Guests
[ 1992 ] Dinner Party Guests
TV Shows
The Edge of Night
Louis Van Dine
Louis Van Dine
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, The Music Man
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Mrs. Doubtfire
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Hello, Dolly!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Hello, Dolly!
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Hello, Dolly!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Sister Act
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jerry Zaks , The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks , The Civil War
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1996 - Best Director - Musical
Jerry Zaks, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks , A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Smokey Joe's Cafe
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical
Jerry ZaksGuys and Dolls
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical
Jerry ZaksSix Degrees of Separation
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Jerry Zaks, Guys and Dolls
winner
Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Guys and Dolls
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1991 - Best Director
Jerry Zaks , Six Degrees of Separation
winner
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Direction of a Play
Jerry Zaks , Six Degrees of Separation
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Direction of a Play
Jerry Zaks , Six Degrees of Separation
Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Jerry Zaks , Assassins
Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Director - Play
Jerry Zaks , Six Degrees of Separation
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Director - Play
Jerry Zaks, Lend Me a Tenor
Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production
Jerry ZaksWenceslas Square
winner
Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Direction of a Play
Jerry Zaks, Lend Me a Tenor
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Director
Jerry Zaks, Wenceslas Square
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Director
Jerry Zaks, Anything Goes
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks , Anything Goes
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1987 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Jerry Zaks, Anything Goes
winner
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Direction of a Play
Jerry Zaks , The House of Blue Leaves
winner
Obie Awards - 1985 - Direction
Jerry Zaks, The Foreigner
winner
Obie Awards - 1985 - Direction
Jerry Zaks, The Marriage of Bette and Boo
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Tintypes
Videos
Video: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Hits the Streets of San Francisco Ahead of Bay Area Run
by Joshua Wright - May 31, 2024
Video: Victoria Clark Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Leading Actress in a Musical'
by Richard Ridge - Jun 12, 2023
VIDEO: Nicole Kidman Bids $100k For Hugh Jackman's Hat at THE MUSIC MAN
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 27, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks MUSIC MAN Pre-Show Ritual With Hugh Jackman on LIVE
by Michael Major - Jul 11, 2022
Photos & Video: First Look at SISTER ACT Starring Nicole Vanessa Ortiz & More at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Celebrates Sutton Foster's Drama League Awards Win with Curtain Call Speech
by Marissa Tomeo - May 22, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster & Hugh Jackman Reveal They Were 'Intimidated' to Work Together in MUSIC MAN on MEYERS
by Michael Major - May 6, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Discusses Performing For Her Daughter in MUSIC MAN on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Talks THE MUSIC MAN, WOLVERINE, and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 2, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Celebrates Sutton Foster's Birthday With THE MUSIC MAN Cast and Audience
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 19, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks MUSIC MAN & Returning to ANYTHING GOES on TODAY
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Hugh Jackman Perform 'Ya Got Trouble' in THE MUSIC MAN
by Show Highlights - Feb 11, 2022
VIDEO: Young Stars of THE MUSIC MAN Celebrate Broadway Debuts Outside the Winter Garden Theatre!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Hugh Jackman Talk THE MUSIC MAN and Watch New Performance Clips
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 2, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Releases Holiday Video from the Winter Garden Theatre to Broadway
by Robert Diamond - Dec 25, 2021
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Tributes Swings & Understudies as Kathy Voytko Fills in for Sutton Foster
by BWW Special - Dec 24, 2021
VIDEO: Patti LuPone Shares Memories of Working With Stephen Sondheim and More on LATE NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2021
News
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Eisemann Center in 2025
The Eisemann Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented in January 2025 in the Hill Performance Hall.
The Eisemann Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented in January 2025 in the Hill Performance Hall.
CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL and EL OTRO OZ to Play Kirk Douglas Theatre
Center Theatre Group will present two TheaterWorksUSA's productions at the Kirk Douglas Theatre – Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical from November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 and the return of El Otro Oz, a bilingual musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz from March 29 to April 13, 2025.
Center Theatre Group will present two TheaterWorksUSA's productions at the Kirk Douglas Theatre – Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical from November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 and the return of El Otro Oz, a bilingual musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz from March 29 to April 13, 2025.
Show of the Week: Save Up to 40% on MRS. DOUBTFIRE at the Shaftesbury Theatre
Save up to 40% on Mrs. Doubtfire at the Shaftesbury Theatre. Tickets are available from £35.
Save up to 40% on Mrs. Doubtfire at the Shaftesbury Theatre. Tickets are available from £35.
Photos: Stars Arrive for OUR TOWN Opening Night on Broadway
Stars came out for the opening of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre. Check out photos of Nina Dobrev, Shaun White, Kaitlyn Dever, Michael Kors, Raul Esparza, Cynthia Nixon and more as they arrive on the red carpet here!
Stars came out for the opening of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre. Check out photos of Nina Dobrev, Shaun White, Kaitlyn Dever, Michael Kors, Raul Esparza, Cynthia Nixon and more as they arrive on the red carpet here!
Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE is Sure to Deliver the Laughs at Broadway Sacramento
I’ve just found the new definition of fun, and it’s Mrs. Doubtfire. Broadway Sacramento continues its season of excellence with director Jerry Zaks’s comedy based on the 1993 film that starred Robin Williams. It had a limited run on Broadway immediately before and following the pandemic, but enjoyed renewed success in London in 2023. Its score by Wayne and Karey Kirkpatrick (Something Rotten) was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award in 2022. This show is just what we didn’t know we needed – lighthearted hilarity with a touch of nostalgia and feeling. It’s a recipe even Mrs. Doubtfire can’t mess up.
I’ve just found the new definition of fun, and it’s Mrs. Doubtfire. Broadway Sacramento continues its season of excellence with director Jerry Zaks’s comedy based on the 1993 film that starred Robin Williams. It had a limited run on Broadway immediately before and following the pandemic, but enjoyed renewed success in London in 2023. Its score by Wayne and Karey Kirkpatrick (Something Rotten) was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award in 2022. This show is just what we didn’t know we needed – lighthearted hilarity with a touch of nostalgia and feeling. It’s a recipe even Mrs. Doubtfire can’t mess up.
Riverside Theatre to Present Ken Ludwig's THE FOX ON THE FAIRWAY Beginning This Month
Riverside Theatre will begin its 52nd season with Ken Ludwig's uproarious comedy, The Fox on the Fairway. The Fox on the Fairway plays the Stark Stage at Riverside Theatre from October 22 – November 10, 2024.
Riverside Theatre will begin its 52nd season with Ken Ludwig's uproarious comedy, The Fox on the Fairway. The Fox on the Fairway plays the Stark Stage at Riverside Theatre from October 22 – November 10, 2024.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of YELLOW FACE
The stars aligned at the Todd Haimes Theatre to celebrate opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang. BroadwayWorld was there to capture all of the stars and VIP guests.
The stars aligned at the Todd Haimes Theatre to celebrate opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang. BroadwayWorld was there to capture all of the stars and VIP guests.
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.
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.
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.
Interview: Catherine Brunell Talks About Joining Final Leg of MRS. DOUBTFIRE National Tour
BroadwayWorld talks to Broadway veteran Catherine Brunell on how joining the already-established cast & crew of Mrs. Doubtfire was like “crashing a family Christmas party,” and how performing in Mrs. Doubtfire brings her to tears every night.
BroadwayWorld talks to Broadway veteran Catherine Brunell on how joining the already-established cast & crew of Mrs. Doubtfire was like “crashing a family Christmas party,” and how performing in Mrs. Doubtfire brings her to tears every night.
Review: Broadway Star of MRS. DOUBTFIRE Amazes and Amuses at the Eccles Theater
How often can you see the star of a Broadway musical perform their Tony-nominated role in Salt Lake City? You have the rare opportunity now as Rob McClure leads the national tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at the Eccles Theater, and its one you really shouldn’t miss.
How often can you see the star of a Broadway musical perform their Tony-nominated role in Salt Lake City? You have the rare opportunity now as Rob McClure leads the national tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at the Eccles Theater, and its one you really shouldn’t miss.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Sets West End Closing Date, Hints at Future Productions
In a new special video, Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical has announced its London closing date. The musical will play its final performance on 26 April 2025 at The Shaftesbury Theatre.
In a new special video, Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical has announced its London closing date. The musical will play its final performance on 26 April 2025 at The Shaftesbury Theatre.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Returns to BroadwaySF
BroadwaySF, an ATG Entertainment company, will welcome the return of TheaterWorksUSA’s NY Times Critic’s Pick, Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented January 4 & 5, 2025 at San Francisco’s Curran Theatre.
BroadwaySF, an ATG Entertainment company, will welcome the return of TheaterWorksUSA’s NY Times Critic’s Pick, Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented January 4 & 5, 2025 at San Francisco’s Curran Theatre.
Catherine Brunell Joins MRS. DOUBTFIRE National Tour
MRS. DOUBTFIRE announced new casting for its North American tour, featuring a fresh lineup of actors set to bring the beloved characters to life on stage.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE announced new casting for its North American tour, featuring a fresh lineup of actors set to bring the beloved characters to life on stage.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Southern Theatre
CAPA will present THEATERWORKSUSA’S production of Dog Man: The Musical, based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Learn how to purchase tickets.
CAPA will present THEATERWORKSUSA’S production of Dog Man: The Musical, based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets on Sale Friday For MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Salt Lake City
Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Salt Lake City will go on sale on Friday, August 9.
Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Salt Lake City will go on sale on Friday, August 9.
Ensemble Studio Theatre Appoints New Board Members: Chau Haber and Jacqueline Strayer
Ensemble Studio Theatre has announced two new board members, Chau Haber and Jacqueline F. Strayer. Learn more about them here!
Ensemble Studio Theatre has announced two new board members, Chau Haber and Jacqueline F. Strayer. Learn more about them here!
Video: Bette Midler Talks HELLO, DOLLY! Backstage Fun With Busy Philipps
Watch as Bette Midler talks Hello, Dolly! with Busy Philipps!
Watch as Bette Midler talks Hello, Dolly! with Busy Philipps!
Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Orpheum Theatre
What did our critic think of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Orpheum Theatre?
What did our critic think of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Orpheum Theatre?
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?
This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jerry Zaks been in?
Jerry Zaks has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Jerry Zaks been in?
Jerry Zaks has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jerry Zaks been nominated for?
Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for The Music Man, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mrs. Doubtfire, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sister Act, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Civil War, Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum , Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Smokey Joe's Cafe, Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Guys and Dolls, Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Six Degrees of Separation, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Guys and Dolls, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Guys and Dolls, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Six Degrees of Separation , Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Six Degrees of Separation, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Six Degrees of Separation, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Assassins, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Six Degrees of Separation, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor, Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Wenceslas Square, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wenceslas Square, Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Anything Goes, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Anything Goes, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The House of Blue Leaves, Direction (Obie Awards) for The Foreigner, Direction (Obie Awards) for The Marriage of Bette and Boo and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Tintypes.
What awards has Jerry Zaks won?
Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum; Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Guys and Dolls; Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Six Degrees of Separation; Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor; Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor; Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Anything Goes; Best Director (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wenceslas Square; Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Anything Goes; Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The House of Blue Leaves; Direction (Obie Awards) for The Foreigner; and Direction (Obie Awards) for The Marriage of Bette and Boo.
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