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Lonny Price

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Lonny Price has taught musical theater master classes at Yale, Harvard, and Columbia, and has directed Audra McDonald (Broadway: LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL, 110 IN THE SHADE; Ravinia festival: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, ANYONE CAN WHISTLE), Patti LuPone (PBS Great Performances: SWEENEY TODD, CANDIDE; Ravinia Festival: PASSION, GYPSY, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC), Glenn Close (Broadway: SUNSET BOULEVARD), Neil Patrick Harris and Stephen Colbert (NY Philharmonic: COMPANY), Emma Thompson (PBS Great Performances and English National Opera: SWEENEY TODD), Jenn Colella (Broadway: URBAN COWBOY), Gabriel Byrne (Dublin: WALKING WITH GHOSTS, NY Philharmonic: CAMELOT), Kristen Chenowith (PBS Great Performances: CANDIDE), Bryn Terfel (English National Opera: SWEENEY TODD), and Kelsey Grammer (English National Opera: MAN OF LA MANCHA). He has received Emmys for his television broadcasts of SWEENEY TODD, and SONDHEIM: THE BIRTHDAY CONCERT, which starred Bernadette Peters, Elaine Stritch, Mandy Patinkin, among many others. He is an Obie winner, and a Tony Award nominee. As an actor, he appeared in the original Broadway cast of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, among others, and his film BEST WORST THING THAT EVER COULD HAVE HAPPENED premiered at the NY Film Festival and was named one of the New York Times’ Top Films of 2016.

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Lonny Price STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2001
Ed

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2000
Ed

Ed

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1990
Mendel

[Broadway]
1987
Larry [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1987
Roy Lane

[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 1986
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1986
Ben

[Off-Broadway]
1986
Faker Englund

[Off-Broadway]
1985
Private Ackenbaum

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1981
Charley Kringas

[Broadway]
1981
Rudy

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Racks (Rakes)

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1983
Abel

Lonny Price Productions

 
[Broadway, 2022]
Director
 
[West End, 2022]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Director
 
[West End, 2019]
Director
 
[Williamstown, MA (Regional), 2017]
Director
 
[West End, 2017]
Director
 
[West End, 2017]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 0]
Director
 
[West End, 2016]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2014] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Director
 
[New York, 2007]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Director
 
[Regional (US), 2005]
Director
 
[Regional (US), 2004]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Director
 
[Regional (US), 2003]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Director
 
[US Tour, 1999]
Director
 
[New York, 1999]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1995]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1994]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1993]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1992]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Director
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Associate Artistic Director
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Associate Artistic Director
 
[New York, 2005]
Director

Writing

Bookwriter

Lonny Price Movies

Headin' for Broadway
[ 1980 ] Steven Levy
The Chosen
[ 1981 ] Davey
The Muppets Take Manhattan
[ 1984 ] Ronnie Crawford
Dirty Dancing
[ 1987 ] Neil Kellerman
Hot to Trot
[ 1988 ] Frank
Flodder in Amerika!
[ 1992 ] Geoffrey
Company
[ 2011 ] producer

Lonny Price TV Shows

Law & Order
Frank Hoover, Dr. Lieber

Lonny Price Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Book of a Musical

Lonny Price , A Class Act


winner
Obie Awards - 1989 - Performance

Lonny PriceThe Immigrant


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1980 - Performance

Lonny Price, Class Enemy

Lonny Price Videos

Lonny Price News


Jason Alexander to Star in Lonny Price-Helmed FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada


Jason Alexander and more will be starring in Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

HADESTOWN, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and More Set For the 2024-25 Season at the Robinson Center


Celebrity Attractions has announced the lineup for the 2024-25 season at the Robinson Center. The season kicks off in September 2024 with Peter Pan and continues through April 2025.

Listen: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG's Sherz Aletaha Stops By THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast


Explore the insights of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG's Sherz Aletaha as she discusses the Art of Kindness.

FUNNY GIRL, LIFE OF PI & More Set for 24-25 Broadway In Pittsburgh Season


The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has unveiled the 2024-2025 PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Go Inside First Day Of Rehearsal For BEACHES THE MUSICAL at Theatre Calgary


Go inside the first day of rehearsal for Theatre Calgary's upcoming International Premiere of Beaches the Musical in this all-new video.

Pittsburgh Public Theater Presents SCOTLAND, PA State Premiere


Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the state premiere of the acclaimed musical SCOTLAND, PA.

Pittsburgh Public Theater To Present Pennsylvania Premiere Of Musical Comedy SCOTLAND, PA


Pittsburgh Public Theater will present the Pennsylvania premiere of the rock musical SCOTLAND, PA. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set for BEACHES at Theatre Calgary


Theatre Calgary has revealed the creative team and full cast for the upcoming International Premiere of Beaches the Musical. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

PETER PAN Comes to Miami in May


The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County and Broadway Across America will continue the 2023-2024 Broadway in Miami series with the South Florida premiere of PETER PAN or a limited engagement from May 7-12, 2024.

Kelli Barrett and Jessica Vosk Will Lead BEACHES Musical at Theatre Calgary


Kelli Barrett (FX TV's Fosse/Verdon, Broadway’s Dr. Zhivago) and Jessica Vosk (Wicked) will lead the International Premiere of Beaches the Musical at Theatre Calgary this spring.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, & JULIET, And More Announced for Broadway In Columbus 2024-2025 Season


Discover the exciting lineup for the 2024-2025 season of PNC BROADWAY IN COLUMBUS, featuring a diverse range of shows. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld for more details.

New Subscription Packages Available for 2024-2025 Broadway at The Paramount Season


Broadway at The Paramount's new season subscription packages are availalbe for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: PETER PAN National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago


This newest adaptation of PETER PAN unquestionably corrects injustices that never should have been committed in the first place. But by flying Peter so enthusiastically into 2024, the creative team has stripped him and his story of some of their magic, making the boy who wouldn't grow up more out of touch than out of time.

SIX, MAMMA MIA!, and More Set For Huntsville's 2024-25 Season


Broadway Theatre League in Huntsville has announced its 2024-25 season lineup, kicking off this November! Learn more about the full season here!

Cast Set for DO RE MI at J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company


The J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company  has revealed the cast for its revival of the hit 1960 musical Do Re Mi. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

UNKNOWN SOLIDER & More Lead Washington, DC's March 2024 Top Theatre Shows


Washington, DC 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 April 2024 include Little Shop of Horrors, Unknown Solider, and more.

Steppenwolf's PURPOSE & More Lead Chicago's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows


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 April 2024 include Steppenwolf's Purpose, Lyric Opera of Chicago's AIDA and more.

PETER PAN is Now Playing at Broadway In Chicago's James M. Nederlander Theatre


The Tony Award-winning Broadway Classic, PETER PAN has taken flight at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

FUNNY GIRL, SHUCKED & More Set for 2024-2025 Broadway In Boston Season


Broadway In Boston has revealed its 2024-2025 Broadway In Boston Season at the Citizens Opera House and the Emerson Colonial Theatre. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Lonny Price FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lonny Price been in?

Lonny Price has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Lonny Price been in?

Lonny Price has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lonny Price been nominated for?

Lonny Price has been nominated for the Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "A Class Act," Performance at the Obie Awards for "The Immigrant," and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "Class Enemy."

What awards has Lonny Price won?

Lonny Price has won Performance Obie Awards for The Immigrant and Performance Theatre World Awards for Class Enemy.

How many shows has Lonny Price written?

Lonny Price has written 2 shows including Sally Marr...and her escorts (Playwright), A Class Act (Bookwriter).

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