Jerry Mathers News

BroadwayWorld has learned Jerry Mitchell will direct the West End production of The Devil Wears Prada, replacing Anna D. Shapiro who directed the world premiere at Broadway In Chicago's James M. Nederlander Theatre. Prior to the West End run, the show will have its UK premiere at the Theatre Royal Plymouth.

DPAC and JS Touring have announced that America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the DPAC stage on Saturday, November 18, 2023, for two shows (7pm & 9:30pm).

The Wang Theatre and JS Touring have announced that America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform two shows on the Boch Center Wang Theatre stage on October 7, 2023. 

Zach Nugent’s Dead Set comes to City Winery Boston for a Special 81st Birthday Celebration for the Grateful Dead’s legendary leader Jerry Garcia’s on Tuesday, August 1st at 6:00 PM. 

World famous comedian, author, producer and director Jerry Seinfeld returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in 2024 with six performances of an all-new show. Having consistently played to sold-out crowds on the iconic stage since 2003, Seinfeld has easily cemented himself as the longest-running superstar headliner in the iconic resort's history. 

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. 

Bradley’s storied career showcased his commitment to continuously push Country Music to the forefront of the industry. He played a role in a variety of facets in the Country landscape, including producing records for artists like Eddy Arnold to Dottie West as well as being named president of RCA Records from 1973 to 1982.

Queen of Time was produced by Dave O'Donnell (James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Heart) and also features Grammy Award-winner Billy Strings. “Nothing Else Matters” follows the debut single and title track “Queen of Time,” which exemplifies the continued theme of duality as Lou explores a path filled with heartbreak, discovery and resilience. 

On Monday, July 24th at 7:00 PM, an evening of music titled JERRY ORBACH'S BROADWAY will be presented at 54 Below to honor the beloved performer.

The Kimmel Cultural Campus will present A Tribute to Jerry Blavat, a one-night-only event in the Academy of Music on Saturday, October 21 celebrating Philadelphia’s iconic radio DJ, the late Jerry Blavat.

On Sunday night at the 76th Annual Tony Awards, Jerry Mitchell received the distinct honor of an Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for his outstanding dedication and contributions to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA) and for more than three decades of volunteer service through the arts. After leaving the stage at the United Palace, Jerry checked it with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!

Congratulations to Carly Mikula from Harborside Academy and Taigh Moran from Whitefish Bay High School who will represent Overture Center's Jerry Awards program at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards (NHSMTA), The Jimmy Awards.

This summer, New York Theatre Barn and Fire Island Pines Arts Project, in association with Dalip Girdhar + Paul Austin, will again join forces for the 2nd annual season of Barn on Fire.

Hidden treasures abound in the foothills of California, which is what first drew settlers to the area hundreds of years ago. They’re still plentiful, albeit in different forms. One such modern treasure is Sierra Rep, a professional company whose goal to bring quality theatre to the region is currently being realized in the form of the Stephen Sondheim Pulitzer Prize-winning classic, Sunday in the Park with George. BroadwayWorld was able to speak with Jerry Lee, artistic director of Sierra Rep and this production’s George, about Seurat, Sondheim, and what makes Sonora special.

The 2022/23 Jerry Awards program will culminate in a show honoring student and school achievements, including performances by the Outstanding Award recipients, in Overture Hall on Sunday, June 11 at 6:30 p.m. Two outstanding lead performers will be selected to represent the program at The National High School Musical Theatre Awards (Jimmy Awards) competition in New York City.

Jerry Mayer, a nonagenarian from St. Louis has written and/or produced for many classic TV shows and specials. In 1986, his first play, Almost Perfect, debuted at Santa Monica Playhouse which has led to almost a dozen more - so far! I decided to speak with him about his latest comedy, Jews R 2 Much Fun, at the Santa Monica Playhouse as well as his long-running and extremely successful TV writing career.

Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced prominent director Jerry Zaks will serve as Master Teacher for the 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.

A new comedy series, a GRAMMY©-award-winning musician, a local anchor-turned-singer and teenage nostalgic dreams coming true are all events newly announced for Universal Preservation Hall.

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that Jerry Mitchell will receive the 2023 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award in recognition of his outstanding dedication and contributions to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA) and for more than three decades of volunteer service through the arts. 

Broadway World is saddened to report that Jerry Springer has passed away at the age of 79. Srpinger was seen on Broadway as The Narrator in The Rocky Horror Show. He was also seen as Billy Flynn in Chicago. A rock opera based on Springer's talk show premiered Off-Broadway in 2018 after winning numerous awards in London.