James L. Nederlander
Also Credited As: James Nederlander, Jr.
Latest News on James L. Nederlander:
SOME LIKE IT HOT Comes To The Fabulous Fox In February (Jan 16, 2025)
KINKY BOOTS Will Embark on New National Tour in Fall 2025 (Jan 10, 2025)
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to Keller Auditorium in January (Dec 27, 2024)
SOME LIKE IT HOT Comes To The Fabulous Fox In February (Jan 16, 2025)
KINKY BOOTS Will Embark on New National Tour in Fall 2025 (Jan 10, 2025)
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to Keller Auditorium in January (Dec 27, 2024)
BIO
James L. Nederlander is President of the Nederlander Organization and son of James M. Nederlander (Chairman). He is the third generation of a family known for owning and operating theatres around the world as well as theatrical productions, cultural presentations and popular music attractions. Current productions include West Side Story, The Addams Family, Next to Normal and Race. Upcoming productions include a live show with magician David Blaine.
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Musical
James L. NederlanderSchool of Rock
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Musical
James L. NederlanderBright Star
winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Play
James L. NederlanderThe Humans
winner
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical
James L. NederlanderThe Color Purple
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical
James L. NederlanderFiddler on the Roof
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Revival of a Play
James L. Nederlander, The Elephant Man
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Musical
James L. Nederlander, After Midnight
winner
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Musical
James L. Nederlander, Kinky Boots
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Revival of a Musical
James L. Nederlander, Evita
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Revival of a Musical
James L. Nederlander, Evita
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Musical
James L. Nederlander, Million Dollar Quartet
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Musical
James L. Nederlander, Next to Normal
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Revival of a Musical
James L. Nederlander, West Side Story
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Musical
James L. Nederlander, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Revival of a Play
James L. Nederlander, Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Revival of a Musical
James L. Nederlander, Fiddler on the Roof
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Musical
James L. Nederlander, Movin' Out
winner
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Musical
James L. Nederlander, Thoroughly Modern Millie
Videos
Video: Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil Sing 'Now' at KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour Sitzprobe
by Blair Ingenthron - 09/01/2024
Video: Inside Rehearsals for Barrington Stage's NEXT TO NORMAL Starring Natalie Joy Johnson
by Joshua Wright - 08/06/2024
Video: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Celebrates Neil Diamond's Birthday By Singing 'Sweet Caroline' With Him on FaceTime
by Stephi Wild - 01/25/2024
Video: Watch Barry Manilow Talk HARMONY on Broadway on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - 10/29/2023
VIDEO: KIMBERLY AKIMBO's Steven Boyer and Alli Mauzey Talk Food & Drinks Near the Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - 10/15/2023
Video: BACK TO THE FUTURE Reveals Special Performance To Celebrate Back to the Future Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 10/13/2023
Video: Nathan Lane Reprises THE PRODUCERS Role in Cameo in GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 10/13/2023
Video: Go Inside the First Day of Rehearsals for HARMONY on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 09/06/2023
Video: Arielle Jacobs, Lea Salonga, Jose Llana, and More Talk HERE LIES LOVE
by Blair Ingenthron - 07/16/2023
Video: Watch the Cast of HARMONY Wish Barry Manilow a Happy Birthday
by Blair Ingenthron - 06/18/2023
Video: Watch Brandy Clark Perform From New Album at SHUCKED Curtain Call
by Blair Ingenthron - 05/20/2023
Video: Watch KIMBERLY AKIMBO's NPR Tiny Desk Concert With Bonnie Milligan, Victoria Clark & More
by Michael Major - 05/19/2023
Video: Watch Rehearsal Footage of 'Crazy' from ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME, Beginning Previews Tonight!
by Blair Ingenthron - 05/13/2023
News
SOME LIKE IT HOT Comes To The Fabulous Fox In February
The SOME LIKE IT HOT North American tour is coming to The Fabulous Fox. The Tony Award-winning musical will run February 26 – March 9. SOME LIKE IT HOT won more theater awards than any show in its season, and was named Best Musical by the Drama Desk, The Drama League, and the Outer Critics Circle.
The SOME LIKE IT HOT North American tour is coming to The Fabulous Fox. The Tony Award-winning musical will run February 26 – March 9. SOME LIKE IT HOT won more theater awards than any show in its season, and was named Best Musical by the Drama Desk, The Drama League, and the Outer Critics Circle.
KINKY BOOTS Will Embark on New National Tour in Fall 2025
Kinky Boots will hit the road on an all new tour, launching in the Fall of 2025. Cities and casting will be announced in the coming months. Learn more here!
Kinky Boots will hit the road on an all new tour, launching in the Fall of 2025. Cities and casting will be announced in the coming months. Learn more here!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to Keller Auditorium in January
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, will make its Portland premiere at Keller Auditorium. Learn more abut the production and see how to purchase tickets.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, will make its Portland premiere at Keller Auditorium. Learn more abut the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets to SOME LIKE IT HOT at The Orpheum Theater On Sale
Tickets are now on sale for SOME LIKE IT HOT at Omaha's Orpheum Theater. SOME LIKE IT HOT is the story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. Learn more!
Tickets are now on sale for SOME LIKE IT HOT at Omaha's Orpheum Theater. SOME LIKE IT HOT is the story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. Learn more!
Video: First Look at Audra McDonald in GYPSY
The new Broadway revival of GYPSY, starring six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald as Rose, opens tonight at the Majestic Theatre. Check out all new video footage from the production here!
The new Broadway revival of GYPSY, starring six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald as Rose, opens tonight at the Majestic Theatre. Check out all new video footage from the production here!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Seattle Next Month
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will make its Seattle premiere at The Paramount Theatre in January 2025. Learn more about the upcoming production here and find out how to get tickets!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will make its Seattle premiere at The Paramount Theatre in January 2025. Learn more about the upcoming production here and find out how to get tickets!
Tickets On Sale Now KIMBERLY AKIMBO at The Orpheum Theater
Tickets are on sale now for the Nebraska premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical. The show will play Omaha's Orpheum Theater in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets are on sale now for the Nebraska premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical. The show will play Omaha's Orpheum Theater in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets are Now on Sale for SOME LIKE IT HOT in San Diego
Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in San Diego are now on sale. The show will run at the San Diego Civic Theatre beginning in January.
Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in San Diego are now on sale. The show will run at the San Diego Civic Theatre beginning in January.
SOME LIKE IT HOT Memphis Premiere On Sale This Friday At The Orpheum
Tickets for the Memphis premiere of SOME LIKE IT HOT at the Orpheum Theatre go on sale Friday, November 22. The show will run from April 8 to 13 as part of the 2024-2025 Broadway Season.
Tickets for the Memphis premiere of SOME LIKE IT HOT at the Orpheum Theatre go on sale Friday, November 22. The show will run from April 8 to 13 as part of the 2024-2025 Broadway Season.
TAMMY FAYE To Play Final Broadway Performance in December
Elton John's new musical TAMMY FAYE will play its final Broadway performance in December. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets before it plays its final show.
Elton John's new musical TAMMY FAYE will play its final Broadway performance in December. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets before it plays its final show.
Tickets to KIMBERLY AKIMBO in Boston On Sale Now
Tickets for the Tony Award-winning production of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, presented by Broadway In Boston, are now available. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets for the Tony Award-winning production of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, presented by Broadway In Boston, are now available. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Denzel Washington & James L. Nederlander to be Honored at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
The Entertainment Community Fund will host its Annual Gala, The evening will celebrate Tony Award winner and Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Theater Owner and Producer James L. Nederlander. Learn how to attend.
The Entertainment Community Fund will host its Annual Gala, The evening will celebrate Tony Award winner and Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Theater Owner and Producer James L. Nederlander. Learn how to attend.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO to Make Columbus Premiere at the Ohio Theatre
Broadway in Columbus will present the Columbus premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, for eight shows in June. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway in Columbus will present the Columbus premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, for eight shows in June. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets on Sale This Month For KIMBERLY AKIMBO in Detroit
Broadway In Detroit has announced that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will go on sale this month for the show's upcoming run in March of 2025.
Broadway In Detroit has announced that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will go on sale this month for the show's upcoming run in March of 2025.
PRINCE OF EGYPT Is Now Available for Licensing
The Prince of Egypt is a sweeping epic of a musical with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar winner Stephen Schwartz, a book by Philip LaZebnik, and 10 new songs written by Schwartz, together with five of his songs from the film.
The Prince of Egypt is a sweeping epic of a musical with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar winner Stephen Schwartz, a book by Philip LaZebnik, and 10 new songs written by Schwartz, together with five of his songs from the film.
Tickets On Sale This Week For SOME LIKE IT HOT at PPAC
Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in Providence will go on sale Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10A for performances running from Tuesday, April 22 through Sunday, April 27, 2025.
Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in Providence will go on sale Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10A for performances running from Tuesday, April 22 through Sunday, April 27, 2025.
Phillip Johnson Richardson Joins HELL'S KITCHEN as 'Knuck' This Month
Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN will welcome Phillip Johnson Richardson (The Wiz) as “Knuck”, starting on Tuesday, October 22. Chris Lee, who originated the role, will play his final performance on Sunday, October 20.
Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN will welcome Phillip Johnson Richardson (The Wiz) as “Knuck”, starting on Tuesday, October 22. Chris Lee, who originated the role, will play his final performance on Sunday, October 20.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Los Angeles Next Week
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and the most critically-acclaimed musical of its season, will make its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited three-week engagement, from October 15 – November 3, 2024.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and the most critically-acclaimed musical of its season, will make its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited three-week engagement, from October 15 – November 3, 2024.
MTI Acquires Rights to KIMBERLY AKIMBO
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the acquisition of Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the most Tony Awards of the 2022-2023 season, including Best Musical.
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the acquisition of Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the most Tony Awards of the 2022-2023 season, including Best Musical.
SOME LIKE IT HOT Comes to the Bushnell
The Bushnell has announced SOME LIKE IT HOT will be coming to The Bushnell on April 29 through May 4, 2025. Tickets will go on sale Friday, October 11 at 10 a.m.
The Bushnell has announced SOME LIKE IT HOT will be coming to The Bushnell on April 29 through May 4, 2025. Tickets will go on sale Friday, October 11 at 10 a.m.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has James L. Nederlander been nominated for?
Best Musical (Tony Awards) for School of Rock, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Bright Star, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fiddler on the Roof, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Elephant Man, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for After Midnight, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Evita, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Evita, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Million Dollar Quartet, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for West Side Story, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fiddler on the Roof, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Movin' Out and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
What awards has James L. Nederlander won?
Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
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