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BIO

From September 1982 to February 1993, Guettel was the Executive Director of Theatre Development Fund, the not-for-profit performing arts service organization best known for operating the TKTS Booths. Prior to that he was Senior Vice President, East Coast Productions, of Twentieth Century Fox and Vice President, Creative Affairs at Columbia Pictures.

Among the Broadway productions he was involved with were SUGAR BABIES and IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?
Born in Kansas City, Missouri on January 8, 1928, Guettel's early career included "nearly every capacity connected with the presentation of live entertainment before an audience," according to the biography in one of his most successful productions, a touring version of the original Broadway production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC.

He loved producing for the road, and participated in several post-Broadway runs including THE BEST MAN, CAMELOT and OLIVER! He was the General Manager of the Music Theatre of Lincoln Center from 1964 through 1967. In that capacity he was the producer of several workshop productions of new musicals at the Forum Theater, now the Mitzi Newhouse. Several anniversary and commemorative concerts were produced by Guettel as well.
His first foray into film was as Vice President, Production, of Cinema 5 Ltd. He also worked at Kaplan Veidt Associates. He served on many boards, and at his death he was a member of the Board of Directors of New 42nd Street.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1950
Aristide

Third Indian

Productions

 
[US Tour, 1963]
Producer
 
[US Tour, 1963]
Producer
 
[US Tour, 1962]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1962]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1950]
Stage Manager

News


Lynn Nottage and Leonard Majzlin Will Be Honored At DGF Gala Hosted By Amber Ruffin

Dramatists Guild Foundation has announced that Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage and Media Producer, Educator and Philanthropist Leonard Majzlin will be honored for their creative contributions, educational mentorship, and continued dedication to the American theater at the organization's annual Gala on October 23, 2023, at Ziegfeld Ballroom. 
André De Shields, Ali Ewoldt & More to Take Part in Prospect Theater Company's Spring Gala

Prospect Theater Company announced today that its annual Spring Gala will feature performances and special appearances by Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award winner André De Shields; Ali Ewoldt (The Phantom of the Opera); Drama Desk Award winner Gretchen Cryer; Drama League and Outer Critics Circle Award nominee Nick Corley and more.
Broadway to Dim Its Lights Tomorrow Night in Memory of Mary Rodgers Guettel

The Broadway community mourns the loss of accomplished author, screenwriter and composer, Mary Rodgers Guettel, who passed away on Thursday at age 83. The marquees of Broadway theatres in New York will be dimmed in her memory Saturday, June 28th, at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.
Photo Flashback: Remembering Mary Rodgers

As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, Mary Rodgers Guettel died at her home in Manhattan yesterday morning after a long illness, according to her son Alec Guettel. She was 83 years old. We remember the Broadway legend below.
Broadway Composer Mary Rodgers Guettel Passes Away at 83

Mary Rodgers Guettel died at her home in Manhattan this morning after a long illness, according to her son Alec Guettel. She was 83 years old.
Broadway Producer and Film Exec Henry Guettel Passes Away

Film executive and Broadway producer Henry Guettel died of pneumonia on October 7, 2013, in Southampton, New York, according to his wife Mary Rodgers Guettel. He was 85.
THIRTEEN's Broadway: The American Musical Returns to PBS Tonight, 10/7

Today, with musicals such as The Book of Mormon enjoying phenomenal box office success, revivals like The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess delighting new generations, and musical stage versions of popular films such as Once and Newsies dominating the Tony Awards, Broadway is proving yet again that its vitality and magic endure. Nominated for five 2005 Primetime Emmy Awards and winner of two, including Outstanding Nonfiction Series, THIRTEEN's landmark Broadway: The American Musical returns tonight, October 7 at 10 p.m., and continues on six consecutive Sundays through November 11 (check local listings).
Thirteen's BROADWAY: THE AMERICAN MUSICAL to Return to PBS 10/7

Thirteen's acclaimed BROADWAY: THE AMERICAN MUSICAL will return to PBS for a show-stopping encore on Sunday, October 7 at 10 pm/ET.
THIRTEEN's Broadway: The American Musical Returns To PBS, 10/7

Today, with musicals such as The Book of Mormon enjoying phenomenal box office success, revivals like The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess delighting new generations, and musical stage versions of popular films such as Once and Newsies dominating the Tony Awards, Broadway is proving yet again that its vitality and magic endure. Nominated for five 2005 Primetime Emmy Awards and winner of two, including Outstanding Nonfiction Series, THIRTEEN's landmark Broadway: The American Musical returns Sunday, October 7 at 10 p.m., and continues on six consecutive Sundays through November 11 (check local listings).
Mary Rodgers Guettel Plans to Release Memoir in 2013

Composer and writer Mary Rodgers Guettel is at work on her memoirs, according to the New York Post.
Thomas Schumacher Interviews Mary Rodgers for Music-Theatre Group, 5/16

Music-Theatre Group has announced 'Hey, Mary': An Interview with Mary Rodgers (Griffin and the Minor Canon, Once Upon A Mattress, Hey, Love) moderated by her colleague and friend Thomas Schumacher (Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group) about her music, her muses, and the fascinating world of musical theatre that she was born into and has helped shape. The not to be missed one-night only talk will take place on Monday, May 16th at 10 Jay Street, 9th Floor in DUMBO at 6:00 p.m.
MTG Presents HEY, MARY: AN INTERVIEW WITH MARY RODGERS

Music-Theatre Group (Diane Wondisford, Producing Director) has announced "Hey, Mary": An Interview with Mary Rodgers (Griffin and the Minor Canon, Once Upon A Mattress, Hey, Love) moderated by her colleague and friend Thomas Schumacher (Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group) about her music, her muses, and the fascinating world of musical theatre that she was born into and has helped shape.
Thomas Schumacher Interviews Mary Rogers for Music-Theatre Group, 5/16

Music-Theatre Group has announced 'Hey, Mary': An Interview with Mary Rodgers (Griffin and the Minor Canon, Once Upon A Mattress, Hey, Love) moderated by her colleague and friend Thomas Schumacher (Producer and President, Disney Theatrical Group) about her music, her muses, and the fascinating world of musical theatre that she was born into and has helped shape. The not to be missed one-night only talk will take place on Monday, May 16th at 10 Jay Street, 9th Floor in DUMBO at 6:00 p.m.
Photo Coverage: The New 42nd St. Gala Honors Bill Irwin

Last night, November 8, The New 42nd Street Gala honored Tony Award winning actor Bill Irwin. The annual event, which this year celebrates The New Victory Theater Education Program, featured guests Nathan Lane, Jonathan Demme, new vaudeville troupe The Handsome Little Devils and Full Circle Productions (under the direction of Gabriel 'Kwikstep' Dionisio and Ana 'Rokafella' Garcia), Kevin Kline, Phoebe Cates Kline and more. After accepting his award, Irwin took the stage with 12 4th graders from PS/IS 111 to present a special musical vaudeville finale, the product of student workshops led by Irwin with children from The New Victory Education Residency program. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you photo coverage below.
THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA Comes to Philadelphia Theatre Co. 11/13 - 12/6

The romance of Florence comes to life on stage as Philadelphia Theatre Company continues its 2009-2010 season with the hit Broadway musical The Light in the Piazza with book by Craig Lucas and music and lyrics by Adam Guettel on November 13 - December 6. Directed by Joe Calarco, the ensemble cast features Whitney Bashor, Sherri Edelen, Joe Guzman, Ken Krugman, Kyra Miller, Fran Prisco, Matthew Scott, and Maureen Torsney-Weir.
THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA Comes to Philadelphia Theatre Co. 11/13 - 12/6

The romance of Florence comes to life on stage as Philadelphia Theatre Company continues its 2009-2010 season with the hit Broadway musical The Light in the Piazza with book by Craig Lucas and music and lyrics by Adam Guettel on November 13 - December 6. Directed by Joe Calarco, the ensemble cast features Whitney Bashor, Sherri Edelen, Joe Guzman, Ken Krugman, Kyra Miller, Fran Prisco, Matthew Scott, and Maureen Torsney-Weir.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Henry Guettel been in?

Henry Guettel has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Henry Guettel been in?

Henry Guettel has not appeared in the West End.

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