Jack Viertel
Latest News on Jack Viertel:
Review: BROADWAY MELODY Marries Story & Songs at 54 Below (Nov 15, 2024)
Photos: RAGTIME at City Center Opening Night Gala (Nov 1, 2024)
Talia Susakuer & Loni Ackerman to Join BROADWAY MELODY at 54 Below (Oct 23, 2024)
Review: BROADWAY MELODY Marries Story & Songs at 54 Below (Nov 15, 2024)
Photos: RAGTIME at City Center Opening Night Gala (Nov 1, 2024)
Talia Susakuer & Loni Ackerman to Join BROADWAY MELODY at 54 Below (Oct 23, 2024)
BIO
Jack Viertel is an American theatrical producer and writer. From 2000 to 2020, he was a producer at the Encores! series. Viertel is credited as Producer, Theatre Owner/Operator, Conception, Creative Consultant, Writer, and more.
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Productions
Writing
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Creator
Conceiver
Concept
Adaptation
Conceiver
Conceiver
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Revival of a Musical
Jack Viertel, Finian's Rainbow
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Revival of a Musical
Jack Viertel, Gypsy
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Play
Jack Viertel, Radio Golf
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Musical
Jack Viertel, Smokey Joe's Cafe
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Photos & Video: Get a First Look at AFTER MIDNIGHT at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024
VIDEO: First Look at Anne Tolpegin, Howard Kaye, Celeste Rose & More in THE PROM at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - May 16, 2023
VIDEO: Go Inside the Revival for Encores! LOVE LIFE with Victoria Clark, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Kate Baldwin & More
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 24, 2021
WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 6, 2019
VIDEO: Mike Stoller Appears at Opening Night of Ogunquit's Off-Broadway Bound SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2018
VIDEO: Jack Viertel and Victoria Clark Talk ME AND MY GIRL Before its Encores! Run
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2018
VIDEO: On This Day, March 27: Light the Lights! Patti LuPone Stars in GYPSY on Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2018
Tony Awards Close-Up: It's Triple the Tonys Love for Producer Jordan Roth
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 3, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Alliance Theatre Releases New Trailer for Broadway-Bound THE PROM
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 25, 2017
News
Review: BROADWAY MELODY Marries Story & Songs at 54 Below
Jack Viertel's new novel mixes some bits of actual theatre productions, people, places, and songs into its fiction. The author read excerpts from the book for a program he hosted and co-produced at 54 Below, with guest singers performing relevant/referenced songs.
Jack Viertel's new novel mixes some bits of actual theatre productions, people, places, and songs into its fiction. The author read excerpts from the book for a program he hosted and co-produced at 54 Below, with guest singers performing relevant/referenced songs.
Photos: RAGTIME at City Center Opening Night Gala
Go inside the opening night performance and gala dinner for Ragtime at City Center in the photos here!
Go inside the opening night performance and gala dinner for Ragtime at City Center in the photos here!
Talia Susakuer & Loni Ackerman to Join BROADWAY MELODY at 54 Below
Talia Suskauer (Wicked) and Loni Ackerman (Cats) will join Broadway Melody at 54 Below. Broadway Melody is a love letter to both the Golden Age of the American musical and a bygone era of the city that never sleeps, all seen through the eyes of a lovelorn trumpet player and an actress on the cusp of her big break. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Talia Suskauer (Wicked) and Loni Ackerman (Cats) will join Broadway Melody at 54 Below. Broadway Melody is a love letter to both the Golden Age of the American musical and a bygone era of the city that never sleeps, all seen through the eyes of a lovelorn trumpet player and an actress on the cusp of her big break. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Laura Benanti, Kate Baldwin & Nikki M. James To Star In BROADWAY MELODY at 54 Below
Laura Benanti, Nikki M. James, Kate Baldwin and more will star in BROADWAY MELODY WITH JACK VIERTEL & FRIENDS at 54 Below in November. Learn more about the upcoming concert and see how to purchase tickets.
Laura Benanti, Nikki M. James, Kate Baldwin and more will star in BROADWAY MELODY WITH JACK VIERTEL & FRIENDS at 54 Below in November. Learn more about the upcoming concert and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: THE PROM Pulses with Heart at Ridgefield Theater Barn
It is on the wings of wit and pleasantly wacky characterizations that the operative message of tolerance is delivered, in one case with the revival meeting fervor of “Love Thy Neighbor,” led by the fun and funny antics of Michael Valinoti as genially goofy Trent Oliver.
It is on the wings of wit and pleasantly wacky characterizations that the operative message of tolerance is delivered, in one case with the revival meeting fervor of “Love Thy Neighbor,” led by the fun and funny antics of Michael Valinoti as genially goofy Trent Oliver.
BWW Q&A: Susan Dormady Eisenberg On Her Book ONE MORE SEAT AT THE ROUND TABLE
Set backstage during the out-of-town chaos of Lerner and Loewe’s now-classic 1960 musical, One More Seat at the Round Table portrays the struggles of feisty drama school grad Jane Conroy, who lands a plum Gal Friday job, and Bryce Christmas, a gifted, if insecure, actor on the verge of his big break.
Set backstage during the out-of-town chaos of Lerner and Loewe’s now-classic 1960 musical, One More Seat at the Round Table portrays the struggles of feisty drama school grad Jane Conroy, who lands a plum Gal Friday job, and Bryce Christmas, a gifted, if insecure, actor on the verge of his big break.
Drama Book Shop and JMGC Reveal August and September Events
DBS welcomes a diverse range of guests from the stages of Broadway to the intimate settings of Off-Broadway, Off Off Broadway, and beyond. These discussions include Q&As, readings, and special guests.
DBS welcomes a diverse range of guests from the stages of Broadway to the intimate settings of Off-Broadway, Off Off Broadway, and beyond. These discussions include Q&As, readings, and special guests.
Kate Baldwin, Nikki M. James & Alysha Umphress Join BROADWAY MELODY at 54 Below
Join Jack Viertel, former artistic director of City Centers’ Encores!, for an unforgettable evening celebrating the musicals that are featured in his new novel, Broadway Melody. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Join Jack Viertel, former artistic director of City Centers’ Encores!, for an unforgettable evening celebrating the musicals that are featured in his new novel, Broadway Melody. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE OUTSIDERS Releases New Block of Tickets Through July 6, 2025
A new block of tickets has been released today for the Tony Award-winning Best Musical The Outsiders, based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola's landmark motion picture, for performances through July 6, 2025. Find out how to get tickets here!
A new block of tickets has been released today for the Tony Award-winning Best Musical The Outsiders, based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola's landmark motion picture, for performances through July 6, 2025. Find out how to get tickets here!
Review: THE PROM at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre
In 2010 a gay Mississippi high school student was banned from going to her senior prom by the school’s Board of Education because she wanted to bring her girlfriend as her date. She challenged the ruling, which resulted in the cancellation of the prom. The student and the ACLU sued the district. The federal court found the school district guilty of violating the student’s first amendment rights and said the prom must be held.
In 2010 a gay Mississippi high school student was banned from going to her senior prom by the school’s Board of Education because she wanted to bring her girlfriend as her date. She challenged the ruling, which resulted in the cancellation of the prom. The student and the ACLU sued the district. The federal court found the school district guilty of violating the student’s first amendment rights and said the prom must be held.
Berkeley Playhouse to Present THE PROM Beginning in September
Berkeley Playhouse kicks off its 2024/25 Season with the dazzling musical The Prom, performing September 6 to October 13, 2024.
Berkeley Playhouse kicks off its 2024/25 Season with the dazzling musical The Prom, performing September 6 to October 13, 2024.
Photos: THE OUTSIDERS Cast Signs Original Broadway Cast Recording at Barnes & Noble
The Outsiders released their original cast recording on streaming on May 22nd, and physical CD on June 28th. The cast appeared at Barnes & Noble to sign albums yesterday, July 25th to celebrate the release. Check out photos here!
The Outsiders released their original cast recording on streaming on May 22nd, and physical CD on June 28th. The cast appeared at Barnes & Noble to sign albums yesterday, July 25th to celebrate the release. Check out photos here!
Video: Joshua Boone Records 'Little Brother' from THE OUTSIDERS
Watch Joshua Boone record 'Little Brother' from The Outsiders in the video here!
Watch Joshua Boone record 'Little Brother' from The Outsiders in the video here!
Playhouse On Park Announces Cast for THE PROM Connecticut Professional Premiere
Playhouse on Park has announced the cast for the Connecticut premiere of THE PROM.
Playhouse on Park has announced the cast for the Connecticut premiere of THE PROM.
Playhouse On Park To Host Young Professionals Night In Conjunction With THE PROM
Playhouse on Park will host a Young Professionals Night during the Connecticut premiere of THE PROM, offering networking opportunities and a chance to enjoy a professional theatrical performance. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Playhouse on Park will host a Young Professionals Night during the Connecticut premiere of THE PROM, offering networking opportunities and a chance to enjoy a professional theatrical performance. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Playhouse On Park Will Host Formal Wear Drive For The Health Collective
In celebration and alignment with Playhouse on Park and The Health Collective's shared values, Playhouse on Park will host a formal prom attire donation and collection drive during the run of THE PROM.
In celebration and alignment with Playhouse on Park and The Health Collective's shared values, Playhouse on Park will host a formal prom attire donation and collection drive during the run of THE PROM.
Playhouse On Park's 15th Main Stage Season Concludes With THE PROM
Playhouse on Park concludes its 15th Main Stage Season with the Connecticut professional premiere of THE PROM, a musical comedy about acceptance and love. Don't miss this exciting finale!
Playhouse on Park concludes its 15th Main Stage Season with the Connecticut professional premiere of THE PROM, a musical comedy about acceptance and love. Don't miss this exciting finale!
See Norm Lewis, Linda Eder & More Next Month at 54 Below
54 has unveiled its June lineup featuring Norm Lewis, Linda Eder and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
54 has unveiled its June lineup featuring Norm Lewis, Linda Eder and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE OUTSIDERS Will Launch National Tour in 2025
Tony-nominated Best Musical The Outsiders, the new musical based on the novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola’s film have set a North American Tour, opening in Fall 2025 at Tulsa Performing Arts Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Tony-nominated Best Musical The Outsiders, the new musical based on the novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola’s film have set a North American Tour, opening in Fall 2025 at Tulsa Performing Arts Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
54 Below to Celebrate Pride Month With Lea DeLaria's BRUNCH IS GAY & More
Celebrate PRIDE Month at 54 Below with events like Lea DeLaria's Brunch Is Gay, performances by Robert Bannon and Mauricio Martínez, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Celebrate PRIDE Month at 54 Below with events like Lea DeLaria's Brunch Is Gay, performances by Robert Bannon and Mauricio Martínez, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Jack Viertel written?
Jack Viertel has written 8 shows including Ghetto (Adaptation), Smokey Joe's Cafe (Conceiver), Time and Again (Bookwriter), Time And Again (Bookwriter), Stairway to Paradise (Conceiver), After Midnight (Conceiver), Cotton Club Parade (Creator), The Prom (Concept).
What awards has Jack Viertel been nominated for?
Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Finian's Rainbow, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Gypsy, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Radio Golf and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Smokey Joe's Cafe.
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