Glenn Weiss
Latest News on Glenn Weiss:
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Amber Gray, & More Attend WARRIORS Album Launch Party (Oct 18, 2024)
Date Announced for 2025 Tony Awards Nominations (Oct 1, 2024)
The 2025 Tony Awards Find Date and Venue (Sep 23, 2024)
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Amber Gray, & More Attend WARRIORS Album Launch Party (Oct 18, 2024)
Date Announced for 2025 Tony Awards Nominations (Oct 1, 2024)
The 2025 Tony Awards Find Date and Venue (Sep 23, 2024)
BIO
Producer and director of television and live events, Weiss has won 14 Emmy Awards and six Directors Guild of America awards as a director and producer for various awards shows and reality shows including the Tony Awards, Kennedy Center Honors, and Academy Awards.
Ricky Kirshner and Glenn Weiss of White Cherry Entertainment have acted as executive producers of the Tony Awards telecast since 2004. During White Cherry’s tenure, the Tony Awards have been recognized with an unprecedented 52 Emmy nominations and 19 Emmy wins, including the best show in its class 9 times. That recognition is far more than any time in Tony Awards history and is unparalleled by any other awards show today.
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BWW Interview: Ethan Slater & Tom Kenny Chat About THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL on DVD
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 21, 2020
VIDEO: Emmy Winner Glenn Weiss and Fiancée Jane and Celebrate Surprise Engagement on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 19, 2018
VIDEO: Rachel Bloom Introduces 'The Best Part Of The Show' on EMMY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 18, 2017
VIDEO: Christopher Jackson Performs During EMMY 'In Memoriam' Segment
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 17, 2017
VIDEO: Stephen Colbert Sings and Dances His Way Into Opening the Emmy Awards
by Julie Musbach - Sep 17, 2017
VIDEO: Debbie Reynolds & More Honored in TONY AWARDS In Memoriam Segment
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2017
Stephen Colbert, Anna Kendrick & More to Take Stage at 71st ANNUAL TONY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - May 31, 2017
VIDEO: Watch Acceptance Speeches by Andy Blankenbuehler & More TONY Creative Arts Winners
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2016
VIDEO: Jake Gyllenhaal, Sean Hayes & James Corden Cover ALADDIN During TONY's Commercial Break
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2016
VIDEO: Best Score Nominees Lin-Manuel Miranda & More Perform 'Tomorrow' on the TONY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2016
VIDEO: Alan Rickman & More Honored in the 2016 TONY AWARDS In Memoriam
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 12, 2016
VIDEO: James Corden Opens the 70th Annual TONY AWARDS with Epic Musical Performance
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 12, 2016
VIDEO: James Corden Talks TONY AWARDS; Offers Advice to Winners on LIVE
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 7, 2016
VIDEO: James Corden Talks TONY Fears: 'I'm Terrified of the Whole Thing!'
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 7, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Celebrate the Season- Review This Year's Tony-Nominated Productions!
by Nicole Rosky - May 7, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Tony Awards Launch 'Excellence in Theatre Education Award'- Stars Thank Their Teachers!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 12, 2015
News
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Amber Gray, & More Attend WARRIORS Album Launch Party
WARRIORS, the groundbreaking new concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, is available everywhere now. Miranda and Davis celebrated the album launch and Time Out New York cover at an exclusive release party. Take a look at the photos now!
WARRIORS, the groundbreaking new concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, is available everywhere now. Miranda and Davis celebrated the album launch and Time Out New York cover at an exclusive release party. Take a look at the photos now!
Date Announced for 2025 Tony Awards Nominations
Start spreading the news! The 78th Annual Tony Awards Nominations will be announced live on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
Start spreading the news! The 78th Annual Tony Awards Nominations will be announced live on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
The 2025 Tony Awards Find Date and Venue
The 78th Annual Tony Awards will return to the legendary Radio City Music Hall in New York City, broadcasting live to both coasts, Sunday, June 8, 2025. We have all of the details on the next Tonys ceremony!
The 78th Annual Tony Awards will return to the legendary Radio City Music Hall in New York City, broadcasting live to both coasts, Sunday, June 8, 2025. We have all of the details on the next Tonys ceremony!
Alliance Theatre Board Elects New Leadership
The Alliance Theatre has announced that Kendrick Smith has been chosen as the new Chair of its Board of Directors for a term of two years.
The Alliance Theatre has announced that Kendrick Smith has been chosen as the new Chair of its Board of Directors for a term of two years.
Nikki Glaser to Host the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards
CBS and the Golden Globes® has announced that acclaimed Emmy®-nominated comedian and actress Nikki Glaser is set to host the 82ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES®, the first major award show of the season, airing Sunday, January 5, 2025.
CBS and the Golden Globes® has announced that acclaimed Emmy®-nominated comedian and actress Nikki Glaser is set to host the 82ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES®, the first major award show of the season, airing Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Photos: Go Inside the 2024 Tony Awards After Party
See photos from the Tony Awards after-party at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, featuring winners such as Jeremy Strong, Justin Peck, Jonathan Groff, Will Brill, and more.
See photos from the Tony Awards after-party at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, featuring winners such as Jeremy Strong, Justin Peck, Jonathan Groff, Will Brill, and more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 13, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 13, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 13, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Download Printable Ballot for the 2024 Tony Awards
If you're having a Tonys party (or just celebrating by yourself) you'll need a Tony Awards ballot to fill out and challenge your friends. BroadwayWorld has got you covered. Make your predictions and cast your ballot!
If you're having a Tonys party (or just celebrating by yourself) you'll need a Tony Awards ballot to fill out and challenge your friends. BroadwayWorld has got you covered. Make your predictions and cast your ballot!
Find Out Who Will Present at the 2024 Tony Awards
Some of the biggest stars from stage, screen and sports are set to present at THE 77TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDS, Check out the full list here!
Some of the biggest stars from stage, screen and sports are set to present at THE 77TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDS, Check out the full list here!
Exclusive: What's New for the 2024 Tony Awards? Director Glenn Weiss Explains
Read BroadwayWorld interview with Glenn Weiss, director and executive producer of the Tony Awards. Learn more about what to expect from this year's Awards ceremony!
Read BroadwayWorld interview with Glenn Weiss, director and executive producer of the Tony Awards. Learn more about what to expect from this year's Awards ceremony!
Skylar Astin to Host American Express Tony Awards Simulcast
The Tony Awards has announced that actor and singer Skylar Astin will host the American Express “Broadway Fanfare” simulcast event on Sunday, June 16, in Damrosch Park at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. The event will kick off at 6:30pm EST with a pre-show set beginning at 7:30pm; the simulcast will begin at 8pm.
The Tony Awards has announced that actor and singer Skylar Astin will host the American Express “Broadway Fanfare” simulcast event on Sunday, June 16, in Damrosch Park at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. The event will kick off at 6:30pm EST with a pre-show set beginning at 7:30pm; the simulcast will begin at 8pm.
Jack O'Brien & George C. Wolfe Will Each Receive the 2024 Special Tony Award
Jack O’Brien and George C. Wolfe will each receive the 2024 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.
Jack O’Brien and George C. Wolfe will each receive the 2024 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.
Ariana DeBose Will Return to Host the 77th Annual Tony Awards
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Academy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Ariana DeBose returns to host THE 77TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDS for the third time. We have all of the details here!
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Academy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Ariana DeBose returns to host THE 77TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDS for the third time. We have all of the details here!
Jonathan Bailey, Jon Batiste & More to Present at Golden Globes
Presenters for the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards include: Amanda Seyfried, America Ferrera, Andra Day, Angela Bassett, Annette Bening, Ben Affleck, Daniel Kaluuya, Don Cheadle, Dua Lipa, Elizabeth Banks, Florence Pugh, Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias, Gabriel Macht, George Lopez, Hailee Steinfeld, Hunter Schafer, Issa Rae, and more.
Presenters for the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards include: Amanda Seyfried, America Ferrera, Andra Day, Angela Bassett, Annette Bening, Ben Affleck, Daniel Kaluuya, Don Cheadle, Dua Lipa, Elizabeth Banks, Florence Pugh, Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias, Gabriel Macht, George Lopez, Hailee Steinfeld, Hunter Schafer, Issa Rae, and more.
Jo Koy to Host the Golden Globe Awards
The Golden Globes announced that premier stand-up comedian and actor Jo Koy will kick off award season as host of the highly-anticipated 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards. Koy will host the show for the first time, bringing his unique charm, energy, and unpredictable humor to the three-hour broadcast.
The Golden Globes announced that premier stand-up comedian and actor Jo Koy will kick off award season as host of the highly-anticipated 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards. Koy will host the show for the first time, bringing his unique charm, energy, and unpredictable humor to the three-hour broadcast.
ALADDIN, CHICAGO, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE To Appear On CBS Thanksgiving Day Parade Coverage
CBS has announced Broadway performances for its upcoming broadcast of the 2023 Thanksgiving Day Parade.
CBS has announced Broadway performances for its upcoming broadcast of the 2023 Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Barry Manilow, Cher and More To Light Up Annual CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
Celebrate the lighting one of world's most famous Christmas trees with a star-studded lineup of musical performances and special appearances in this year's highly anticipated “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special. The two-hour telecast will air live Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and simulcast on Peacock.
Celebrate the lighting one of world's most famous Christmas trees with a star-studded lineup of musical performances and special appearances in this year's highly anticipated “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special. The two-hour telecast will air live Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and simulcast on Peacock.
Kelly Clarkson to Host & Perform at NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Tree-Lighting Special
Kelly Clarkson will not only host NBC’s iconic Christmas special, but also deliver festive performances – all from the historic NYC spot that is now also home to her eponymous talk show “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin will once again join the tree lighting for a special appearance.
Kelly Clarkson will not only host NBC’s iconic Christmas special, but also deliver festive performances – all from the historic NYC spot that is now also home to her eponymous talk show “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin will once again join the tree lighting for a special appearance.
2024 Tony Awards Find a Date and New Home at Lincoln Center
The 77th Annual Tony Awards will broadcast live from The David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City in June 2024. We have all the info on nominations, cut-off dates and more!
The 77th Annual Tony Awards will broadcast live from The David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City in June 2024. We have all the info on nominations, cut-off dates and more!
Streaming Review: To Do A TONY AWARD® Broadcast, You Need 3 Things… Ariana DeBose, Ariana DeBose & Ariana DeBose
The overall package that was the 2023 TONY AWARDS® uplifted viewers and gave the commercial theatre some mostly fine representations to non-New York residents
The overall package that was the 2023 TONY AWARDS® uplifted viewers and gave the commercial theatre some mostly fine representations to non-New York residents
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