Floyd Mutrux
Latest News on Floyd Mutrux:
DEAR EVAN HANSEN, MARY POPPINS, and More Set For Paper Mill Playhouse 2026-27 Season (Apr 20, 2026)
Darren Day Will Star as Sam Phillips in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Barn Theatre (Apr 17, 2026)
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Will Come to Meadow Brook Theatre This Spring (Apr 7, 2026)
DEAR EVAN HANSEN, MARY POPPINS, and More Set For Paper Mill Playhouse 2026-27 Season (Apr 20, 2026)
Darren Day Will Star as Sam Phillips in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Barn Theatre (Apr 17, 2026)
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Will Come to Meadow Brook Theatre This Spring (Apr 7, 2026)
BIO
Floyd Mutrux apprenticed at Alley Theatre, Houston; Second City, Chicago; studied in NY while working at Second City and attending Columbia University; in Los Angeles, created ideas, wrote, directed or produced 50 films in 25 years: American Hot Wax (Best Picture, Director, Village Voice, etc.), Scarecrow (Best Film, Cannes), Hollywood Knights, Urban Cowboy, The Untouchables, American Me, Freebie and the Bean, Up in Smoke, Dick Tracy, Ice Cube's new football movie, and with his wife, Birgitte, created a rock 'n' roll ‘Field of Dreams': Moon Over Memphis.
Photos
(L-R) Patti Eisenberg, Sheldon Epps, 'Baby It's You!' Co-Bookwriter ans Co-Director Floyd Mutrux and Choreographer Birgitte Mutrux attending the Pasadena Playhouse Pre-Broadway Opening Night Reception for 'Baby It's You!' at Angus Restaurant in New York
Date:
05/08/2011
From: Photo Coverage: Pasadena Playhouse Celebrates BABY IT'S YOU! Opening
'Baby It's You!' Co-Bookwriter ans Co-Director Floyd Mutrux and Choreographer Birgitte Mutrux attending the Pasadena Playhouse Pre-Broadway Opening Night Reception for 'Baby It's You!' at Angus Restaurant in New York City.
Date:
05/08/2011
From: Photo Coverage: Pasadena Playhouse Celebrates BABY IT'S YOU! Opening
Productions
Writing
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Conceiver
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Conceiver
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Writer
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Book of a Musical
Floyd Mutrux, Million Dollar Quartet
Videos
VIDEO: HEARTBREAK HOTEL Shakes, Rattles, and Rolls Into Broadway In Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-07-17 21:23:33
VIDEO: There's a Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On in Highlights from MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Paper Mill Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-30 11:12:29
TV: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Gang Gets Back Together at Paper Mill Playhouse- Go Inside Rehearsal!
by TV - On the Road - 2017-03-26 13:00:01
VIDEO: Watch First Promo for CMT's SUN RECORDS, Based on Broadway's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-12-19 14:09:27
Breaking News: THE BODYGUARD to Launch National Tour at Paper Mill Playhouse; Full 2016-17 Season Set!
by Tyler Peterson - 2016-02-19 12:47:42
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Stage Tube - 2015-08-28 16:36:39
STAGE TUBE: Ladies from BABY IT'S YOU! Cover 'Firework' for July 4th!
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-06-30 13:09:44
TV: Original Lead Singer of The Shirelles Announces Post-Show BABY IT'S YOU Concerts
by Robert Diamond - 2011-06-15 19:38:38
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of the BABY IT'S YOU! Recording Session
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-05-18 16:57:29
TV: Robert Britton Lyons Brings His Rockabilly Alter-Ego Back to Broadway in MDQ!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-05-13 13:19:37
STAGE TUBE: Cowboy Jack Clement Performs in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-04-22 15:07:33
News
DEAR EVAN HANSEN, MARY POPPINS, and More Set For Paper Mill Playhouse 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has announced its 88th season of shows to be presented during the theater’s 2026-2027 season in Millburn, New Jersey. The lineup includes Mary Poppins, Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor, Million Dollar Quartet, and Dear Evan Hansen.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has announced its 88th season of shows to be presented during the theater’s 2026-2027 season in Millburn, New Jersey. The lineup includes Mary Poppins, Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor, Million Dollar Quartet, and Dear Evan Hansen.
Darren Day Will Star as Sam Phillips in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Barn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
Darren Day, known for West End roles in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT and LES MISÉRABLES, will star as Sam Phillips in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at the Barn Theatre in Cirencester.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
Darren Day, known for West End roles in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT and LES MISÉRABLES, will star as Sam Phillips in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at the Barn Theatre in Cirencester.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Will Come to Meadow Brook Theatre This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026
Meadow Brook Theatre will present MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET April 22–May 17, 2026, recreating the legendary 1956 Sun Records jam session featuring Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026
Meadow Brook Theatre will present MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET April 22–May 17, 2026, recreating the legendary 1956 Sun Records jam session featuring Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.
A CHORUS LINE and More Set for Geva Theatre 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2026
Geva Theatre in Rochester, NY, led by Artistic Director Elizabeth Williamson, will present a dynamic 2026/27 season featuring musicals, dramas, and new works, starting with A CHORUS LINE in September.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2026
Geva Theatre in Rochester, NY, led by Artistic Director Elizabeth Williamson, will present a dynamic 2026/27 season featuring musicals, dramas, and new works, starting with A CHORUS LINE in September.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET and THE KING'S SPEECH Join The Barn Theatre, Cirencester 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The Barn Theatre in Cirencester has announced the final two additions to the 2026 Built by Barn season, with Million Dollar Quartet and a Built By Barn revival of The King's Speech.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The Barn Theatre in Cirencester has announced the final two additions to the 2026 Built by Barn season, with Million Dollar Quartet and a Built By Barn revival of The King's Speech.
Tickets Now On Sale For Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Summer Theatre Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has opened single-ticket sales for its 2026 Summer Theatre Series, themed 'Legends and Legacy,' in celebration of its 35th anniversary.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has opened single-ticket sales for its 2026 Summer Theatre Series, themed 'Legends and Legacy,' in celebration of its 35th anniversary.
Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Dec 21, 2025
A 2 hour, high-voltage, rock ‘n roll joyride with the founding fathers of rock ‘n’ roll.
by Herbert Paine - Dec 21, 2025
A 2 hour, high-voltage, rock ‘n roll joyride with the founding fathers of rock ‘n’ roll.
San Jose Stage Company Reveals MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Cast And Creative Team
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
San Jose Stage Company will continue its 43rd season with Million Dollar Quartet, the Broadway musical by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux inspired by the true story of a historic recording session at Sun Records.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
San Jose Stage Company will continue its 43rd season with Million Dollar Quartet, the Broadway musical by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux inspired by the true story of a historic recording session at Sun Records.
Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Rubicon Theatre Co.
by Cary Ginell - Oct 27, 2025
Musically superb, a faulty book prevents 'Million Dollar Quartet' from being one of the best rock musicals of all time. Four musicians perform as Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, and Johnny Cash in a shows inspired by an impromptu Memphis recording session in December 1956.
by Cary Ginell - Oct 27, 2025
Musically superb, a faulty book prevents 'Million Dollar Quartet' from being one of the best rock musicals of all time. Four musicians perform as Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, and Johnny Cash in a shows inspired by an impromptu Memphis recording session in December 1956.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends at Playhouse on Park
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025
Due to popular demand, Playhouse Theatre Group, Inc. has extended its production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Playhouse on Park. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025
Due to popular demand, Playhouse Theatre Group, Inc. has extended its production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Playhouse on Park. Learn more about the show here!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Open Rubicon Theatre Company 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Rubicon Theatre will launch the company's 2025-2026 'CROSSROADS' Season with Million Dollar Quartet. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Rubicon Theatre will launch the company's 2025-2026 'CROSSROADS' Season with Million Dollar Quartet. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At South Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
South Coast Repertory has opened its 62nd season with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, running September 13–October 19, 2025, on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
South Coast Repertory has opened its 62nd season with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, running September 13–October 19, 2025, on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos of the production.
San Jose Stage Company Unveils Its 43rd Season With MCNEAL & More
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The new season includes McNeal, Million Dollar Quartet, The Lehman Trilogy, The Coast Starlight, and We Will Rock You. Learn more about the upcoming shows now!
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The new season includes McNeal, Million Dollar Quartet, The Lehman Trilogy, The Coast Starlight, and We Will Rock You. Learn more about the upcoming shows now!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends at South Coast Repertory
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
South Coast Repertory announced that due to strong presales and audience response, Million Dollar Quartet, book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, original concept and direction by Mutrux, will run for an extra eight performances.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
South Coast Repertory announced that due to strong presales and audience response, Million Dollar Quartet, book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, original concept and direction by Mutrux, will run for an extra eight performances.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Comes to the Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
Walnut Street Theatre will kick off their 217th season of legendary stories with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. This production begins previews in September. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
Walnut Street Theatre will kick off their 217th season of legendary stories with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. This production begins previews in September. Learn more here!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, GUTENBERG!, and More Set For Playhouse on Park 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025
Playhouse on Park has announced its 2025-26 Season. Subscription renewals for current subscribers and new subscriber subscriptions are on sale now; individual tickets go on sale Monday, August 25th.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025
Playhouse on Park has announced its 2025-26 Season. Subscription renewals for current subscribers and new subscriber subscriptions are on sale now; individual tickets go on sale Monday, August 25th.
Harlequin Productions Unveils its Landmark 35th Season
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2025
Harlequin Productions’ 2026 Season was revealed on Saturday, August 9, at Harlequin’s Annual Gala and 2026 Season Announcement at the State Theater in downtown Olympia. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2025
Harlequin Productions’ 2026 Season was revealed on Saturday, August 9, at Harlequin’s Annual Gala and 2026 Season Announcement at the State Theater in downtown Olympia. We have all of the details here!
Sharon Playhouse Reveals Casting For 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025
The Sharon Playhouse will continue its tradition of pairing extraordinary talent from Broadway, television and film with talented local theater artists from the region and beyond, proudly announces casting for the 2025 season.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025
The Sharon Playhouse will continue its tradition of pairing extraordinary talent from Broadway, television and film with talented local theater artists from the region and beyond, proudly announces casting for the 2025 season.
Hangar Theatre Launches 2025 Summer Mainstage Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025
The Hangar Theatre has begun rehearsals for its 2025 three-show Mainstage season, marking the 51st season and 50th birthday of the Ithaca arts organization. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025
The Hangar Theatre has begun rehearsals for its 2025 three-show Mainstage season, marking the 51st season and 50th birthday of the Ithaca arts organization. Learn more here!
Review: There's a Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On at MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Broadway At Music Circus
by Courtney Symes - Jun 2, 2025
Goodness gracious, great balls of fire! Broadway at Music Circus is starting off the summer hot! Director and choreographer Greg Santos is gifting Sacramento with a swinging, sizzling, and sensational production of Floyd Mutrux’s Million Dollar Quartet.
by Courtney Symes - Jun 2, 2025
Goodness gracious, great balls of fire! Broadway at Music Circus is starting off the summer hot! Director and choreographer Greg Santos is gifting Sacramento with a swinging, sizzling, and sensational production of Floyd Mutrux’s Million Dollar Quartet.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Floyd Mutrux written?
Floyd Mutrux has written 3 shows including Million Dollar Quartet (Bookwriter), Baby It's You! (Conceiver), Heartbreak Hotel (Writer).
What awards has Floyd Mutrux been nominated for?
and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Million Dollar Quartet.
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