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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2012]
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[Broadway, 2008]
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[Broadway, 2007]
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[Broadway, 2006]
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[Off-Broadway, 2005]
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[Broadway, 2004]
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[Regional (US), 2003]
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[Regional (US), 2002]
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[Broadway, 1989]
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[Broadway, 1983]
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Writing


Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Revival of a Play

Harold Thau, The Homecoming


winner
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Musical

Harold Thau, Spring Awakening

News


SAFE HOME, World Premiere Co-Written By Tom Hanks, and More Announced for Shadowland Stages 2022 Season

Shadowland Stages announces its joyful return with a wonderful seven-show season including musicals, dramas and rib-tickling comedies. The season is highlighted by two world premieres, including one co-written by Tom Hanks.
BWW Review: The REV Theatre Company Presents ALMOST HEAVEN, THE SONGS OF JOHN DENVER

The REV Theatre Company in Auburn, New York ends their 2021 summer season with Almost Heaven, The Songs of John Denver under the direction and choreography of Brett Smock. The title says it all, it is in fact over twenty songs by John Denver and others along with orchestrations and vocal arrangements by Jeff Waxman and original concept by Harold Thau.
The Group Rep Presents TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE This Month with Live Talk-Back with Mitch Albom

The Group Rep presents a pay-per-view staged production from the Lonny Chapman Theatre of TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE, written by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, from the book by Mitch Albom directed by L. Flint Esquerra, co-produced by Lloyd Pedersen and Gina Yates.   
Photo Flash: Chicago-Area Premiere Of ALMOST HEAVEN: JOHN DENVER'S AMERICA

The Chicagoland premiere of Almost Heaven: John Denver's America opened Sunday night February 16 to an enthusiastic crowd. Theatre at the Center Artistic Director Linda Fortunato cast Shannon McEldowney, Steven Romero Schaeffer, Andrew Mueller, Sara Geist and Tommy Malouf in the musical revue Almost Heaven: John Denver's America to kick off its 30th Anniversary Season. The cast was joined on stage by musicians William Underwood, Malcolm Ruhl and Alison Tatum. Fortunato is the director and William Underwood is the music director. The now Jeff Recommended production continues through March 22.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At ALMOST HEAVEN at La Comedia Dinner Theatre?

ALMOST HEAVEN: The Songs of John Denver is bringing classic tunes to La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Dayton through February 17th, 2019.
Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of ALMOST HEAVEN at La Comedia Dinner Theatre?

ALMOST HEAVEN: The Songs of John Denver is bringing classic tunes to La Comedia Dinner Theatre in Dayton through February 17th, 2019.
BWW Review: ALMOST HEAVEN: SONGS OF JOHN DENVER at La Comedia Dinner Theatre

Even if you are not a fan of John Denver or even if you don't know who he was, there is something for everyone at ALMOST HEAVEN: SONGS OF JOHN DENVER, running until February 17, 2019 at La Comedia Dinner Theatre.
John Denver Songs Tell Story in New Musical BACK HOME AGAIN

The new musical Back Home Again, featuring songs by John Denver with book by Stewart F. Lane will have a limited run at The Lesher Center For The Arts from January 11-21.
Infinity Theatre to Present ALMOST HEAVEN: SONGS OF JOHN DENVER, 6/10-7/28

Fresh after producing the critically acclaimed Broadway revival of DAMES AT SEA, Infinity Theatre Company will return to Annapolis with the first show of their 2016 mainstage season, ALMOST HEAVEN: SONGS OF JOHN DENVER. Infinity's second mainstage show will be announced on April 4th.
BWW Reviews: TAKE ME HOME â€" THE MUSIC & LIFE OF JOHN DENVER delights Denver fans in this moving tribute

The historic State Theatre in Sydney was filled with John Denver fans on Sunday night and they were not disappointed. New Zealander Bevan Gardiner recreates Denver's sound beautifully and even looks like the man he pays tribute to with blonde hair and western shirt. The show, produced with John Denver Management approval and support from Denver's personal manager and friend Harold Thau, is a mix of concert and documentary of Denver's life with projections of archival footage, voice over and live music.
Georgia Ensemble Theatre to Present ALMOST HEAVEN, JOHN DENVER'S AMERICA, 9/5-22

Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, will kick off its 2013-2014 season with a celebration of the music of America's beloved open-hearted troubadour, John Denver, with Almost Heaven, John Denver's America. With songs by John Denver and others, Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements by Jeff Waxman, Original Concept by Harold Thau, and directed by GET Artistic Director Robert J. Farley, this foot-stomping musical runs September 5-22, 2013, at the Theatre's home, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, GA. This production is generously sponsored by the The Mimms Company.
THE BEST MAN Recoups on Broadway!

Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN, the critically-acclaimed revival about dirty tricks and double-dealing at a political convention, recoups its investment just as the 2012 Republican National Convention begins. The play will conclude its limited engagement at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) right after the 2012 Democratic National Convention on Sunday, September 9, 2012.
THE BEST MAN to Conclude Limited Engagement 9/9

The limited engagement of the Tony-nominated revival of Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN, currently playing at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street), will give its final performance on Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 3:00 PM.
THE BEST MAN to Host Project Cuddle Fundraiser, 9/7

Project Cuddle® is thrilled to announce the nonprofit organization heads to Broadway for its fifth annual fundraiser "A Night on Broadway!" Join Project Cuddle and John Stamos for a performance of the 2012 Tony Award nominated play Gore Vidal's The Best Man on Friday, September 7 at 8PM at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street, NYC). Immediately following the play will be an intimate post-show Q&A session.
Photo Flash: First Look at Elizabeth Ashley, Cybill Shepherd & More in Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN!

Candice Bergen, Eric McCormack, Kerry Butler, Michael McKean, and Angela Lansbury have now been replaced in the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN by Cybill Shepherd, John Stamos, Kristin Davis, Mark Blum, and Elizabeth Ashley, respectively. Original cast members James Earl Jones, John Larroquette and Jefferson Mays will remain with the production through its final performance on Sunday, September 9, 2012. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the new cast of THE BEST MAN on stage in the photos below!
Angela Lansbury Departs Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN Today, July 22

Tony Award winner Angela Lansbury leaves her role as Mrs. Sue-Ellen Gamadge in the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN today, July 22, 2012. Original cast members Candice Bergen, Eric McCormack and Kerry Butler also departed the production this month.
STAGE TUBE: Stamos, Davis, Shepherd Chat BEST MAN on GMA

John Stamos, Cybill Shepherd and Kristin Davis appeared on this morning's 'Good Morning America' to discuss their new headlining roles in the Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN. The actors joined the cast of the Tony-nominated revival on Tuesday, July 10. Check out the interview below!
Cybill Shepherd, Kristin Davis, John Stamos Join THE BEST MAN Tomorrow, 7/10

Golden Globe Award winner CYBILL SHEPHERD and Emmy Award nominee KRISTIN DAVIS will make their Broadway debuts while Emmy Award nominee JOHN STAMOS makes his Broadway straight play debut when they join the cast of the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN tomorrow, Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at 7:00pm.
Confirmed! Kristin Davis, Cybill Shepherd, John Stamos & Elizabeth Ashley to Join THE BEST MAN in July

Golden Globe Award winner Cybill Shepherd, Emmy Award nominee John Stamos, Emmy Award nominee Kristin Davis and Tony Award winner Elizabeth Ashley will join the cast of the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN this July when original cast members Candice Bergen, Eric McCormack, Kerry Butler and Angela Lansbury depart the production.
THE BEST MAN Extends Again Through September 9!

Producers of the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN have announced that the critically-acclaimed production, which was originally scheduled to play through July 8, 2012, has been extended a second time, now through Sunday, September 9, 2012. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased at Telecharge.com or by calling (212) 239-6200.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Harold Thau written?

Harold Thau has written 1 shows including Almost Heaven: Songs and Stories of John Denver (Conceiver).

What awards has Harold Thau been nominated for?

Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Homecoming and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Spring Awakening.

What awards has Harold Thau won?

Harold Thau has won a Tony Award for Best Musical for Spring Awakening.

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