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Abe Burrows

Date of Death: May 17, 1985 (74)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Guys & Dolls - Standing/ImmersiveGuys & Dolls - Standing/Immersive
 
[West End, 2023]
Book
Can-Can
 
[Broadway, 1981]
Director
Director
Hellzapoppin
 
[Broadway, 1976] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
Guys and Dolls
 
[Broadway, 1976]
Production Supervisor
Good News
 
[Broadway, 1974]
Director
Director
No Hard Feelings
 
[Broadway, 1973]
Director
Forty Carats
 
[Broadway, 1968]
Director
Breakfast at Tiffany's
 
[Broadway, 1966] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
Cactus Flower
 
[Broadway, 1965]
Director
What Makes Sammy Run?
 
[Broadway, 1964]
Director
Director
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
 
[Broadway, 1961]
Director
Director
Golden Fleecing
 
[Broadway, 1959]
Director
First Impressions
 
[Broadway, 1959]
Director
Director
Say, Darling
 
[Broadway, 1958]
Director
Director
Happy Hunting
 
[Broadway, 1956]
Director
Director
Can-Can
 
[US Tour, 1955]
Director
Can-Can
 
[West End, 1954]
Director
Reclining Figure
 
[Broadway, 1954]
Director
Director
Can-Can
 
[Broadway, 1953]
Director
Director
Three Wishes for Jamie
 
[Broadway, 1952]
Director
Director
Two on the Aisle
 
[Broadway, 1951]
Director
Director

Writing

Cactus Flower
Playwright
Can-Can
Bookwriter
First Impressions
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Guys and Dolls
Bookwriter
Hellzapoppin
Bookwriter
Make a Wish
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Say, Darling
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Silk Stockings
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Three Wishes for Jamie
Bookwriter
Bookwriter

Awards and Nominations


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1962 - Best Musical

Abe Burrows, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

The Pulitzer Prize - 1962 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Abe Burrows, How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying


winner
Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Direction of a Musical

Abe Burrows , How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying


winner
Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Musical

Abe Burrows, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls


winner
Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Abe Burrows, Guys and Dolls

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Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater Photo
Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2025

The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
Cinnabar Theater Announces 53rd Season 'On The Road' At Sonoma State University Photo
Cinnabar Theater Announces 53rd Season 'On The Road' At Sonoma State University
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

Cinnabar Theater has announced its 53rd season, continuing its 'On the Road' performances at Warren Theater, Sonoma State University.
GUYS AND DOLLS Comes to Sutter Street Theatre Photo
GUYS AND DOLLS Comes to Sutter Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025

Guys and Dolls will come to the Sutter Street Theatre this month. Guys and Dolls features a Book by Abe Burrows and Jo Swerling, with Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Opera Australia Photo
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Opera Australia
by Jade Kops - Mar 23, 2025

Bright, bold and brilliantly fun, Frank Loesser’s (Music and Lyrics), Jo Swerling (Book) and Abe Burrows’ (Book) Tony Award Winning GUYS AND DOLLS delights audiences for Opera Australia’s annual Handa Opera On Sydney Harbour “event theatre” offering.
GUYS AND DOLLS and More Set for Redhouse 2025-2026 Season Photo
GUYS AND DOLLS and More Set for Redhouse 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Redhouse Arts Center has unveiled its 2025-2026 theatre season, themed “In Living Color”—a season packed with gripping stories of addiction and redemption, love and loss, heartbreak and triumph. Learn more!
A Guide to Upcoming Movie Musicals- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, GUYS & DOLLS & More Photo
A Guide to Upcoming Movie Musicals- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, GUYS & DOLLS & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025

Though many are eagerly awaiting Wicked: For Good, there are plenty of other upcoming movie musicals to get Broadway fans on their feet, some of which we will see before November. Take a look at our guide to all upcoming movie musicals!
Previews: HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING at Revolution Stage Compan Photo
Previews: HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING at Revolution Stage Company
by Kay Kudukis - Mar 9, 2025

With music and lyrics by Frank Loesser (Guys and Dolls) and a book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock, and Willie Gilbert, How to Succeed blends clever comedy, show-stopping musical numbers, and timeless social commentary.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works Photo
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Mar 9, 2025

Guys and Dolls is a show to be seen and enjoyed. Vibrant, energetic and just fun. Sometimes an old fashioned Broadway show is needed. Guys and Dolls is that show.
Photo: GUYS AND DOLLS At Music Theater Works Photo
Photo: GUYS AND DOLLS At Music Theater Works
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2025

Music Theater Works kicks off its 2025 season with Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, March 6 - 30, 2025. See photos from the production.
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented as Final Production in Maltz Jupiter Theater 24/25 Sea Photo
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented as Final Production in Maltz Jupiter Theater 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025

The Maltz Jupiter Theatre will present its final production of the 2024/25 MainStage Season with the beloved musical Guys and Dolls. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.
STC Sets 40th Season Featuring Wendell Pierce, Bill Irwin and More Photo
STC Sets 40th Season Featuring Wendell Pierce, Bill Irwin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the lineup of its upcoming 25/26 Season, celebrating the company’s 40th season exploring classic storytelling in Washington, D.C. See the lineup and learn more!
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented at Hofstra University Photo
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented at Hofstra University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

Hofstra University's Department of Drama and Dance is presenting Guys and Dolls, the multi-Tony Award and Drama Desk winning show, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Learn more!
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Center Stage Theatre Photo
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Center Stage Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Feb 24, 2025

On Friday, February 21st, I had the pleasure of seeing one of my all-time favorite musicals, GUYS AND DOLLS wonderfully performed at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT. This musical features music by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, based on characters created by Damon Runyon. Led by director and musical director Liz Muller and enhanced by choreographers Brandy and Michael Bailey, this cast entertained the packed house who all seemed to enjoy this performance, as I did!
HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Comes to the Playhouse Theatre Photo
HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Comes to the Playhouse Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025

Penn State Centre Stage will produce Frank Loesser and Abe Burrows' 'How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying,” directed by Christopher Campbell, music directed by Joseph Ivan, at the Playhouse Theatre on the University Park campus.
THE LAST FIVE YEARS, GUYS & DOLLS, and More Set For Mac-Haydn Theatre's Summer 2025 S Photo
THE LAST FIVE YEARS, GUYS & DOLLS, and More Set For Mac-Haydn Theatre's Summer 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

The Mac-Haydn Theatre has announced its 2025 season lineup. The 56th summer season will include six main stage musicals as well as two limited performance shows, including Guys and Dolls, Annie, A Bronx Tale, The Last Five Years, and more.
Cast and Creative Team Set For GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works Photo
Cast and Creative Team Set For GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

Music Theater Works has announced the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2025 season, Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
Cast and Creative Team Set for GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theatre Works Photo
Cast and Creative Team Set for GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theatre Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2025

Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2025 season, Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Single Tickets for Music Theater Works' 2025 Season to go on Sale This Week Photo
Single Tickets for Music Theater Works' 2025 Season to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

Music Theater Works has revealed that single tickets for its 2025 season of productions at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts will go on sale Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 12 p.m. Learn more about this season's productions.
Angelina Thomson Joins GUYS AND DOLLS at Sydney Harbor Photo
Angelina Thomson Joins GUYS AND DOLLS at Sydney Harbor
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

Opera Australia has announced Angelina Thomson will play Miss Adelaide in its brand-new production of award-winning Broadway musical Guys & Dolls when it opens at Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour.
WHEN ELVIS MET THE BEATLES Will Premiere at Ogunquit Playhouse; 2025 Season Announced Photo
WHEN ELVIS MET THE BEATLES Will Premiere at Ogunquit Playhouse; 2025 Season Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has unveiled their 93rd season, featuring a world premiere production, Guys and Dolls, and much more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Abe Burrows written?

Abe Burrows has written 11 shows including Breakfast at Tiffany's (Bookwriter), Guys and Dolls (Bookwriter), Make a Wish (Bookwriter), Three Wishes for Jamie (Bookwriter), Can-Can (Bookwriter), Silk Stockings (Bookwriter), Say, Darling (Bookwriter), First Impressions (Bookwriter), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Bookwriter), Cactus Flower (Playwright), Hellzapoppin (Bookwriter).

What awards has Abe Burrows been nominated for?

Abe Burrows has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls." He was also nominated for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." Additionally, Burrows received a nomination for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and was nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards for both "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls."

What awards has Abe Burrows won?

Abe Burrows has won several awards for his work in Broadway shows. He received the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls." He also won the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and the Tony Award for Best Musical for both "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "Guys and Dolls."

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