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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Red Bull Theater New York Premiere, 2018
Director

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Director
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
STC Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1983]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1982]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1977]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1974]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1970]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1969]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1968]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1964]
Director

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnThe Government Inspector


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnLoves Labors Lost

Helen Hayes Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnBeaux' Stratagem

Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnOthello

Helen Hayes Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnDon Carlos

Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnTimon of Athens

Helen Hayes Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnKing John

Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnPeer Gynt

Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnMourning Becomes Electra


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnHenry VI

Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnHenry V


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnHenry IV


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director, Resident Production

Michael KahnMother Courage and Her Children


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Michael KahnHamlet

Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Director, Resident Production

Michael KahnRichard III

Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Director, Resident Production

Michael KahnThe Merry Wives of Windsor


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Director, Resident Production

Michael KahnTwelfth Night


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1990 - The Washington Post Award for Distinguished Community Service

Michael Kahn


winner
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Director, Resident Production

Michael KahnTwelfth Night

Helen Hayes Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Director, Resident Production

Michael KahnAll's Well That Ends Well

Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Direction of a Musical

Michael Kahn, Show Boat

Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Direction of a Musical

Ivan Reitman , Merlin

News


Shakespeare Theatre Company To Celebrate Publication of SHAKESPEARE IN THE THEATRE

Shakespeare Theatre Company announced a book event featuring Michael Kahn and Simon Godwin, discussing their experiences and insights.
BWW Q&A: Alec Wild on ROMEO AND JULIET / THE ROVER, OR THE BANISH'D CAVALIERS at Shakespeare Theatre Company

Alec Wild was Founder and Artistic Director of the award-winning Folio Theatre in Chicago, and Founder/Producing Director of the Great River Shakespeare Festival in Minnesota. As the recipient of a Fox Fellowship, Mr. Wild traveled to Saint Petersburg, Russia, where he studied Directing and Biomechanics at the Saint Petersburg Academy of Theater.
Interview: Theatre Life with Simon Godwin

Today’s subject Simon Godwin is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of DC’s Tony Award winning Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC). He assumed the position in 2019 succeeding the company’s founder Michael Kahn after a stunning 33-year reign.
Alexis Michelle & Tom Story Will Lead LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Barrington Stage

Barrington Stage Company (BSC) has announced casting for the launch of its 30th anniversary season with the new production of the multi-Tony Award-winning musical, La Cage aux Folles.
Julie White, Abby Mueller & More to Join The Acting Company Gala Honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson

Tony Award winner Julie White will host The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina And K. Ann McDonald at Gala Benefit

Alfred Molina and K. Ann McDonald will be honored at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.
Judith Light to be Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award at Shakespeare Theatre Company Gala

Tony and Emmy Award-winning actor Judith Light has joined Shakespeare Theatre Company's star-studded line-up and honorees to be celebrated at its annual Gala on April 15, 2024.
Cast Announced for AT THE WEDDING at Studio Theatre

The cast and crew has been announced for Bryna Turner's hilarious and meditative comedy At the Wedding, which will start performances on March 13. Learn more here!
Michael Lee Brown to Perform at Chelsea Table + Stage in November

Experience the incredible talent of Michael Lee Brown, star of Broadway's 'Dear Evan Hansen,' in a live performance at Chelsea Table + Stage on November 4th. Enjoy an evening filled with Broadway favorites, original songs, and special guests. Don't miss this unforgettable night of music. Livestream option available.
Chicago Teacher is Honoring the 400th Anniversary Of Shakespeare's First Folio

Hart, of Andersonville, has been training actors of all levels since she began teaching in 2006. She taught for five years at the acclaimed Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, as well as at Loyola University, Notre Dame University Summer Shakespeare, and Act One Conservatory. She has served as text coach for Chicago Shakespeare, Strawdog Theatre and Summer Shakespeare at Notre Dame, and her directing credits include Macbeth at City Lit Theatre and Falstaff's Dream at Notre Dame.
Studio Theatre Announces Diverse Directors Slate For 2023-2024 Season

Studio Theatre's next season will feature the talents of six accomplished and exciting directors, Elena Araoz, Taylor Reynolds, David Muse, Tom Story, Sivan Battat, and Psalmayene 24, who will bring unique and compelling perspectives to the stage.
Jeffrey Carlson, Star of TABOO and THE GOAT, Has Passed Away at 48

According to various reports, Jeffrey Carlson, best known for originating the role of Marilyn in TABOO and Billy in Edward Albee's THE GOAT on Broadway, has passed away. He was 48.
Manhattan Theatre Club Names Chris Jennings as Executive Director

Chris Jennings will join Manhattan Theatre Club as Executive Director to succeed Executive Producer Barry Grove.
Julie Taymor to be Honored at Red Bull Theater Gala Benefit Hosted by Patrick Page

Julie Taymor will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and the Axe-Houghton Foundation will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit on Monday June 5th (6pm).
Have Any Broadway Plays Ever Closed Before They Opened? Part 2

This month, the reader question was: Have any Broadway plays ever closed before they opened? Check out the second part of this historical deep dive!
Gaten Matarazzo, Samantha Pauly & More to Join Michael Lee Brown in Concert at 54 Below

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will welcome Michael Lee Brown, star of Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway, back to 54 Below after a previous sold-out run.
VIDEO: Watch the New THE FABELMANS Featurette

Steven Spielberg and John Williams reminisce about their legendary collaboration and friendship over the past 50 years. Directed by Steven Spielberg, The Fabelmans is written by Spielberg and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tony Kushner (Angels in America, Caroline, or Change). Watch the new video featurette now!
VIDEO: Watch the Latest THE FABELMANS Trailer

Directed by Steven Spielberg, The Fabelmans is written by Spielberg and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tony Kushner (Angels in America, Caroline, or Change), who has earned Oscar® nominations for his screenplays for Spielberg’s Lincoln and Munich. Watch the new video trailer now!
VIDEO: Take 'A Look Inside' THE FABELMANS in New Featurette

Directed by Steven Spielberg, The Fabelmans is written by Spielberg and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tony Kushner (Angels in America, Caroline, or Change), who has earned Oscar® nominations for his screenplays for Spielberg’s Lincoln and Munich. Watch the new video featurette now!
PAUL FOR PETE To Release Globally in November

Renowned theatre director Paul Mason Barnes recounts his involvement in Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg's campaign for the 2020 Democratic Party presidential nomination while traveling the country directing at regional theatres, Shakespeare festivals, and university training programs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Michael Kahn been nominated for?

Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Government Inspector, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Loves Labors Lost , Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Beaux' Stratagem, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Othello, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Don Carlos, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Timon of Athens, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for King John, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Peer Gynt, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mourning Becomes Electra, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry VI, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry V, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry IV, Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mother Courage and Her Children, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Hamlet, Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Richard III, Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Merry Wives of Windsor, Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Twelfth Night, The Washington Post Award for Distinguished Community Service (Helen Hayes Awards) for , Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Twelfth Night, Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for All's Well That Ends Well, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Show Boat and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Merlin.

What awards has Michael Kahn won?

Michael Kahn has won several prestigious awards, including: - Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Loves Labors Lost - Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry VI - Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Henry IV - Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mother Courage and Her Children - Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Hamlet - Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Twelfth Night - The Washington Post Award for Distinguished Community Service (Helen Hayes Awards) - Outstanding Director, Resident Production (Olivier Awards) for Twelfth Night

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