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Paul Boskind, Ph.D. is a psychologist, Chief Executive Officer, national LGBTQ activist, philanthropist, and Tony Award-winning Broadway producer.

In overcoming life struggles, Boskind personifies the meaning of a self-made entrepreneur — not just in the behavioral health arena, but also in diverse business ventures such as the hotel, restaurant, grocery and liquor store, and real estate development sectors. A diagnosis of Stargardt’s disease with progressive blindness at age 21 propelled Boskind to diligently earn his psychology degrees and Ph.D.

A business-savvy psychologist, Boskind founded Deer Oaks Behavioral Health Organization in 1992. Beginning as a sole-practitioner clinic, the organization now provides behavioral health services at nursing homes throughout the United States. Deer Oaks also provides Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services throughout the US as well as internationally and is one of the largest employers of psychologists in the nation.

Boskind’s decades-long track record for activism has impacted countless lives and shaped the status of equality in the United States. His financial generosity and strategic guidance helped spearhead the initiation of the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) global expansion, the Tyler Clementi Foundation, and other initiatives.

Throughout his activism, Boskind has consistently served as a crucial bridge and unifying voice between LGBTQ organizations, successfully stressing the competing groups to realize the fruits of collaboration. In this capacity, Boskind, time and time again, helped coalesce organizations such as Equality Texas, the HRC, and the Servicemembers Legal Defense Network (SLDN) and was an esteemed guest at President Obama’s historic signing of the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”

At the frontlines of political movements, Boskind has also hosted numerous Democratic fundraisers for Presidential, Senatorial and Congressional candidates.

With his finger on the pulse of social change, Boskind counsels national groups, in turn driving progress through political action, lobbying, elections, public policy, international relations, and the advancement of equal rights. He serves on the National Finance Committee of the DNC, the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC), the Board of Directors of HRC, the National Democratic Institute (NDI), the Victory Institute, All OUT International, mothers2mothers (a pediatric HIV prevention organization in Africa), as well as the Tyler Clementi Foundation Advisory Council, the Board of Trustees for the Center for American Progress (CAP), and the Foundation Fighting Blindness Leadership Council.

As a celebrated producer, Boskind creatively orchestrated his gay-themed plays and musicals to entertain as well as to effectively promote understanding around LGBTQ equality issues.

In 2007, Boskind produced “Southern Baptist Sissies” at the Church Theater in San Antonio, which he owned and operated, leading to his passion for producing gay-themed shows on Broadway. His Broadway credits include sold-out and highly acclaimed runs of “Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (2011),” “The Best Man (2012),” and “Mother and Sons (2014).”

Boskind won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for the 2011 Broadway debut of the “The Normal Heart.” The groundbreaking drama showcased the tribulations of the early 1980’s AIDS crisis in New York City.

Boskind graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio and holds a Masters of Arts in Psychology from St. Mary’s University. He earned his Masters and Ph.D. in clinical and school psychology from Hofstra University in New York.

Due to his Irish ancestry, Boskind splits his time between his penthouse in Times Square, New York and his 15th Century Clonbrock castle in Ireland.

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GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE, HEDWIG, Neil Patrick Harris & More Win at the 80th Annual Drama League Awards!


The 80th Annual Drama League Awards Ceremony and Luncheon is being held this afternoon, May 16, at the Marriott Marquis Times Square, where winners will be announced for Distinguished Production of a Play, Distinguished Production of a Musical, Distinguished Revival of a Play, Distinguished Revival of a Musical, and the much coveted Distinguished Performance Award. This year's event, which began at noon, is hosted by Broadway veteran Jesse Tyler Ferguson. BroadwayWorld is updating the winners live! Check back in to find out who took home the big awards!

MOTHERS AND SONS Partners with Tyler Clementi Foundation for Talk Out Tonight


The new Broadway play Mothers and Sons from 4-time Tony Award winner Terrence McNally, now playing at the Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street), welcomes co-founder of The Tyler Clementi Foundation, Jane Clementi, who will be joined by Tony Award winning producer Paul Boskind (The Normal Heart) for a special post-show "Talk Out" discussion following tonight's, Wednesday, May 14th, evening performance. Jane Clementi is the mother of Tyler Clementi, the Rutgers University student whose suicide opened up an international dialogue about the bullying of LGBT youth. Since Tyler's death, the Clementi family has worked tirelessly to promote new stories of inclusion, dignity and acceptance for vulnerable youth and their families as way to honor the memory of their son, brother and friend. The discussion will begin shortly after Wednesday evening's 7pm performance, and all audience members are welcome to participate. Tickets for this and all performances are now on sale at www.MothersAndSonsBroadway.com.

2014 Drama League Award Nominations Announced - Shows, Stars & More!


Co-Hosts Judith Light and Christopher Sieber announced the nominations for the 2014 Drama League Awards, including Distinguished Production of a Play, Distinguished Production of a Musical, Distinguished Revival of a Play, Distinguished Revival of a Musical, and the much coveted Distinguished Performance Award. The 2014 Drama League Nomination announcement begins the month of celebrations leading up to the 80th Annual Drama League Awards, which will be held at the Marriott Marquis Times Square (1535 Broadway) on Friday, May 16, 2014 at noon hosted by Broadway veteran Jesse Tyler Ferguson.

BIG FISH's Bobby Steggert Presents Bruce Cohen with Tyler Clementi Foundation's Upstander Legacy Award Today


Co-Chairs Alan Cumming and David Mixner along with the Clementi Family hosts the Tyler Clementi Foundation's first annual Upstander Legacy Celebration tonight, November 18th, 2013.

Tony Winner Levi Kreis Appears in About Face Theatre's BILLIE AND BILLY This Weekend


About Face Theatre Company will kick off its new OUT FRONT SERIES, a year-round collection of free public readings and developmental workshops. This month, AFT presents BILLIE AND BILLY by AFT Artistic Associate Paul Oakley Stovall, with original music by Brad Simmons and directed by Krissy Vanderwarker, playing today, November 16 and tomorrow the 17th, 2013 at American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron St. in Chicago.

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Tony Winner Levi Kreis to Appear in About Face Theatre's BILLIE AND BILLY, 11/16-17


About Face Theatre Company will kick off its new OUT FRONT SERIES, a year-round collection of free public readings and developmental workshops. This month, AFT presents BILLIE AND BILLY by AFT Artistic Associate Paul Oakley Stovall, with original music by Brad Simmons and directed by Krissy Vanderwarker, playing November 16 and 17, 2013 at American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron St. in Chicago.

Photo Flash: Russell Fischer, Jessica Hendy, Amber Iman and More at XL Cabaret's MONDAY MUSICALS


The biggest Monday Musicals to date took place at XL Cabaret on Monday, October 21st. Revelers celebrated XL Promotional Director Dougie Meyer's birthday and sang and danced along to VJ Tony Built's music and visuals from some of Broadway's biggest shows, which could be viewed across a half-dozen screens throughout the club. Scroll down for photos from the concert!

Tony Award-Winning Producer Paul Boskind to Produce Texas Jazz Singer's Next CD


The number-one male jazz singer in the home of the Alamo has been entertaining San Antonio and South Texas audiences and recording critically acclaimed CDs for more than 23 years. Now Ken Slavin will bring his unique sound to the Big Apple when he makes his New York City jazz cabaret debut on Thursday, October 31, at the world-famous Metropolitan Room, 34 W. 22nd Street. Show time is 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $25 - with a two-drink minimum - and are available at www.metropolitanroom.com.

About Face's THE PRIDE Begins Two-Week Extension at Victory Gardens, Now through 7/27


Due to popular demand, About Face Theatre's critically acclaimed Chicago premiere of THE PRIDE by Alexi Kaye Campbell (Olivier Award) and directed by Bonnie Metzgar has added two additional weeks of performances - extending through Saturday, July 27, 2013. THE PRIDE is presented at Victory Gardens Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago. Tickets for all performance are available at www.aboutfacetheatre.com or by calling the Victory Gardens Box Office at (773) 871-3000.

About Face's THE PRIDE Announces Two Week Extension at Victory Gardens, Now through 7/27


Due to popular demand, About Face Theatre's critically acclaimed Chicago premiere of THE PRIDE by Alexi Kaye Campbell (Olivier Award) and directed by Bonnie Metzgar has added two additional weeks of performances - extending through Saturday, July 27, 2013. THE PRIDE is presented at Victory Gardens Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago. Tickets for all performance are available at www.aboutfacetheatre.com or by calling the Victory Gardens Box Office at (773) 871-3000.

Jason Held To Step Down as AFT Executive Director


The Board of Directors of About Face Theatre Company has announced that Executive Director Jason Held will be stepping down at the end January to pursue a position with Playworks Chicago. Held, who has served since 2010, will remain with the company on the Board of Directors. The AFT Board has named Jonathan (Jonny) Stacks Interim Executive Director as it launches a search for a new Executive Director.

Breaking News: BARE to Play Final Performance Off Broadway on February 3


Producers Randy Taradash, Paul Boskind andMartian Entertainment, and Gregory Rae announced today that BARE will play its final performance on Sunday, February 3rd at 7:30pm after 21 previews and 65 regular performances. BARE began previews Off-Broadway at New World Stages (340 West 50thStreet) on Monday, November 19, 2012 and opened on Sunday, December 9, 2012.

Paul Boskind FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Paul Boskind been nominated for?

Paul Boskind has been nominated for the Best Play at the Tony Awards for "Mothers and Sons" and for the Best Revival of a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Normal Heart."

What awards has Paul Boskind won?

Paul Boskind has won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for The Normal Heart.

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