Jack Cummings III
Latest News on Jack Cummings III:
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance? (Jul 6, 2024)
LaChanze-Helmed WINE IN THE WILDERNESS & More Set for Classic Stage Company 24-25 Season (Jun 25, 2024)
Fourth Annual IN THE WORKS~IN THE WOODS Festival to Take Place at Forestburgh Playhouse in September (Jun 20, 2024)
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance? (Jul 6, 2024)
LaChanze-Helmed WINE IN THE WILDERNESS & More Set for Classic Stage Company 24-25 Season (Jun 25, 2024)
Fourth Annual IN THE WORKS~IN THE WOODS Festival to Take Place at Forestburgh Playhouse in September (Jun 20, 2024)
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The cast of Benny & Joon, book by Kirsten Guenther, music by Nolan Gasser, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, directed by Jack Cummings III, running September 7 – October 22, 2017 at The Old Globe. Photo by Jim Cox.
Date:
09/13/2017
From: Photo Flash: First Look at BENNY AND JOON The Musical at The Old Globe
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Obie Awards - 2018 - Special Citations
Jack Cummings IIIStrange Interlude
winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Directing
Jack Cummings IIIPicnic
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jack Cummings III, Queen of the Mist
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jack Cummings III, Hello
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jack Cummings III, See Rock City & Other Destinations
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jack Cummings III, The Boys in the Band
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News
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jul 6, 2024
This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jul 6, 2024
This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
LaChanze-Helmed WINE IN THE WILDERNESS & More Set for Classic Stage Company 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2024
Classic Stage Company has unveiled complete programming for their 2024-25 Season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2024
Classic Stage Company has unveiled complete programming for their 2024-25 Season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Fourth Annual IN THE WORKS~IN THE WOODS Festival to Take Place at Forestburgh Playhouse in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024
The fourth annual In the Works~In the Woods at Forestburgh Playhouse will be held September. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024
The fourth annual In the Works~In the Woods at Forestburgh Playhouse will be held September. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Kate Baldwin, Beth Leavel, and More Join FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024
The complete cast has now been announced for Transport Group's concert production of Follies. The sold-out event will play one night only—Thursday, June 20, at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024
The complete cast has now been announced for Transport Group's concert production of Follies. The sold-out event will play one night only—Thursday, June 20, at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall.
Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young Will Headline Transport Group Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024
Transport Group has announced performers for its 2024 gala will include Tony Award winners Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024
Transport Group has announced performers for its 2024 gala will include Tony Award winners Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young.
ON SET WITH THEDA BARA Extends One Week Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024
Due to critical acclaim and popular demand, Transport Group and Lucille Lortel Theatre have announced a one-week extension of Joey Merlo’s On Set with Theda Bara. Learn more about how to get tickets to the new dates here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024
Due to critical acclaim and popular demand, Transport Group and Lucille Lortel Theatre have announced a one-week extension of Joey Merlo’s On Set with Theda Bara. Learn more about how to get tickets to the new dates here!
Jessica Fontana to Release Debut Solo Album EVERY DAY SPECIAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2024
Broadway actress, writer, and podcaster Jessica Fontana is releasing her debut solo album: Every Day Special.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2024
Broadway actress, writer, and podcaster Jessica Fontana is releasing her debut solo album: Every Day Special.
Kerry Butler, Christine Ebersole, and More Set For CHRISTMAS TIME IN THE CITY Holiday Concert in Columbus Circle
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023
The Church of St. Paul the Apostle will present New York's newest holiday tradition, Christmas Time in the City, a holiday concert celebrating the magic that lights up the city at Christmas.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023
The Church of St. Paul the Apostle will present New York's newest holiday tradition, Christmas Time in the City, a holiday concert celebrating the magic that lights up the city at Christmas.
Joey Merlo's ON SET WITH THEDA BARA Opens Off-Broadway in February 2024
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023
Transport Group and Lucille Lortel Theatre will present the Off-Broadway engagement of Joey Merlo’s On Set with Theda Bara starring six-time Obie winner David Greenspan who channels all four characters in this uniquely intimate, seance-like production.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023
Transport Group and Lucille Lortel Theatre will present the Off-Broadway engagement of Joey Merlo’s On Set with Theda Bara starring six-time Obie winner David Greenspan who channels all four characters in this uniquely intimate, seance-like production.
National Alliance for Musical Theatre Reveals Grant Recipients for 2023/2024
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2023
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the 12 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Frank Young Fund for New Musicals Project Development & Production Grants and the 10 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Impact & Exploration Fund.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2023
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the 12 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Frank Young Fund for New Musicals Project Development & Production Grants and the 10 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Impact & Exploration Fund.
Photos: Santino Fontana, Christine Ebersole, Julia Murney, and More in NINE: IN CONCERT
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2023
Transport Group presented Nine in Concert, the next installment in the company’s Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series, on Monday, June 26, 2023, at 8pm in Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center. Check out photos from the concert here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2023
Transport Group presented Nine in Concert, the next installment in the company’s Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series, on Monday, June 26, 2023, at 8pm in Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center. Check out photos from the concert here!
Photos: Olivia Oguma and Kate Rigg Host DisOrientalism at Joe's Pub
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
Celebrating Asian American Heritage Month, Comedian Kate Siahaan-Rigg and Olivia Oguma (Mamma Mia, A Christmas Carol) host Disorientalism in Joes Pub at the Public Theatre. Part 4 of their ongoing show. This is a musical and comedic fun filled show featuring New York’s premier Asian American performers including the hosts themselves. The night was vibrant with everyone in good spirits celebrating this special event!
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
Celebrating Asian American Heritage Month, Comedian Kate Siahaan-Rigg and Olivia Oguma (Mamma Mia, A Christmas Carol) host Disorientalism in Joes Pub at the Public Theatre. Part 4 of their ongoing show. This is a musical and comedic fun filled show featuring New York’s premier Asian American performers including the hosts themselves. The night was vibrant with everyone in good spirits celebrating this special event!
Santino Fontana Will Lead NINE: IN CONCERT This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023
Transport Group will present Nine: In Concert as the next installment in its Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series on Monday, June 26, 2023, at 8pm in Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center, 129 West 67 Street. Learn more about the show and how to attend here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023
Transport Group will present Nine: In Concert as the next installment in its Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series on Monday, June 26, 2023, at 8pm in Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center, 129 West 67 Street. Learn more about the show and how to attend here!
Santino Fontana, Jason Gotay, Katie Thompson & More to Lead SPLIT Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2023
Transport Group will present an industry-only presentations of the new musical Split, conceived by Michele Lowe with book by Lowe and music and lyrics by Zoe Sarnak, starring Santino Fontana, Jason Gotay and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2023
Transport Group will present an industry-only presentations of the new musical Split, conceived by Michele Lowe with book by Lowe and music and lyrics by Zoe Sarnak, starring Santino Fontana, Jason Gotay and more.
Rebecca Faulkenberry Will Lead Industry Readings of WHO KILLED MARILYN? By Sharleen Cooper Cohen
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2023
Broadway Baby Productions,LLC will present additional private industry readings of 'Who Killed Marilyn” a new play by Sharleen Cooper Cohen. Directed by Dick Scanlan (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Evening Rapture), the readings will be held on Friday, March 10 at 11:00am and 2:30pm.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2023
Broadway Baby Productions,LLC will present additional private industry readings of 'Who Killed Marilyn” a new play by Sharleen Cooper Cohen. Directed by Dick Scanlan (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Evening Rapture), the readings will be held on Friday, March 10 at 11:00am and 2:30pm.
Transport Group Gala Will Honor Donna Lynne Champlin, Mary Testa, and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2023
Transport Group has announced that the 2023 A Toast to the Artist gala will honor company stalwarts Barbara Andres, Donna Lynne Champlin, Michele Pawk, and Mary Testa with its Transporting American Theatre Award on Monday, April 24, at The Edison Rooftop, 240 West 47 Street.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2023
Transport Group has announced that the 2023 A Toast to the Artist gala will honor company stalwarts Barbara Andres, Donna Lynne Champlin, Michele Pawk, and Mary Testa with its Transporting American Theatre Award on Monday, April 24, at The Edison Rooftop, 240 West 47 Street.
Wagner College Theatre Breaks New Ground With USED RECORDS
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2023
For the new year WCT will be offering an entirely new show, USED RECORDS. Story, conception, and direction by Jack Cummings III, USED RECORDS will be a completely new work created by the company and will explore the story of a woman named Colleen O'Brien through generations spanning the 20th and 21st centuries.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2023
For the new year WCT will be offering an entirely new show, USED RECORDS. Story, conception, and direction by Jack Cummings III, USED RECORDS will be a completely new work created by the company and will explore the story of a woman named Colleen O'Brien through generations spanning the 20th and 21st centuries.
Cast Announced For ANGELS IN AMERICA at Arena Stage
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2023
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announced the cast and creative team of its upcoming production of Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches, which will run March 24 – April 23, 2023, in the iconic in-the-round Fichandler Stage.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2023
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announced the cast and creative team of its upcoming production of Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches, which will run March 24 – April 23, 2023, in the iconic in-the-round Fichandler Stage.
Interview: Donna Lynne Champlin Gets Ready to Take on a Holiday Classic
by Team BWW - Nov 30, 2022
Theater fans will have a chance to see Donna Lynne Champlin sink her teeth into a real role onstage once again for one-night-only: On December 12 she will take to the stage at The Sheen Center, starring as George Bailey in a performance of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE to benefit The Transport Group.
by Team BWW - Nov 30, 2022
Theater fans will have a chance to see Donna Lynne Champlin sink her teeth into a real role onstage once again for one-night-only: On December 12 she will take to the stage at The Sheen Center, starring as George Bailey in a performance of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE to benefit The Transport Group.
Donna Lynne Champlin to Star in IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Presented by Transport Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2022
Transport Group will present a one-night-only benefit performance of the Frank Capra holiday classic It’s a Wonderful Life, directed by Artistic Director Jack Cummings III, on Monday, December 12 at 8pm at The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture, 18 Elizabeth Street. Donna Lynne Champlin (“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”) stars in the role of George Bailey.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2022
Transport Group will present a one-night-only benefit performance of the Frank Capra holiday classic It’s a Wonderful Life, directed by Artistic Director Jack Cummings III, on Monday, December 12 at 8pm at The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture, 18 Elizabeth Street. Donna Lynne Champlin (“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”) stars in the role of George Bailey.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Jack Cummings III been nominated for?
Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Strange Interlude, Directing (Obie Awards) for Picnic, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Queen of the Mist , Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for See Rock City & Other Destinations and Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Boys in the Band.
What awards has Jack Cummings III won?
Jack Cummings III has received Special Citations from the Obie Awards for his work on Strange Interlude and has won the Directing award from the Obie Awards for his direction of Picnic.
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