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Joe Mantello

Birth Place: Rockford, IL, USA

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BIO

A two-time Tony Award-winning director, credits include The Humans (Tony nomination), Blackbird, An Act of God, Airline Highway, The Last Ship, Casa Valentina, I'll Eat You Last..., The Other Place, Dogfight, Other Desert Cities, The Pride, Pal Joey, 9 to 5, November, The Receptionist, The Ritz, Three Days of Rain, The Odd Couple, Glengarry Glen Ross (Tony nomination), Laugh Whore, Assassins (Tony Award), Wicked, Take Me Out (Tony Award), Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune, A Man of No Importance, Design for Living, The Vagina Monologues, Bash, Love! Valour! Compassion! (Tony nomination), Proposals, The Mineola Twins, and Corpus Christi. Acting credits: The Glass Menagerie, The Normal Heart (Tony nomination), Angels in America (Tony nomination), The Baltimore Waltz. Mantello was nominated for Emmy and Critics' Choice Awards for his performance in HBO's "The Normal Heart." He is a member of Naked Angels and an Associate Artist at the Roundabout Theatre Company and has received Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel, Helen Hayes, Clarence Derwent, Obie, and Joe A. Callaway Awards.


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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2017 Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Tom Wingfield

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Ned Weeks

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Council of Principalities

Louis Ironson

Sarah Ironson

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Louis Ironson

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Third Man

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Stan

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2022]
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[West End, 2021]
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[Broadway, 2020]
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[Broadway, 2019]
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[Broadway, 2018]
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[Broadway, 2018]
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[US Tour, 2017]
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[Broadway, 2016]
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[Broadway, 2016]
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[Broadway, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2015]
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[US Tour, 2015]
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[Broadway, 2014]
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[Broadway, 2014]
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[Broadway, 2013]
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[Off-Broadway, 2012]
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[Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Off-Broadway, 2011]
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[Broadway, 2010] Cancelled
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[Off-Broadway, 2010]
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[Broadway, 2009]
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[US Tour, 2009]
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[Broadway, 2008]
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[Los Angeles, 2008]
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[Broadway, 2008]
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[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Broadway, 2007]
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[Off-Broadway, 2007]
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[Los Angeles, 2007]
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[Broadway, 2006]
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[Broadway, 2005]
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[Chicago, 2005]
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[Broadway, 2005]
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[US Tour, 2005]
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[Broadway, 2004]
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[Broadway, 2004]
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[Broadway, 2003]
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[San Francisco (Regional), 2003]
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[Broadway, 2003]
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[Off-Broadway, 2002]
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[Broadway, 2002]
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[Broadway, 2002]
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[New York, 2001]
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[Broadway, 2001] Cancelled
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[Broadway, 2001]
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[Regional (US), 2000]
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[New York, 2000]
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[Off-Broadway, 1999]
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[Off-Broadway, 1999]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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[Off-Broadway, 1998]
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[Broadway, 1997]
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[Off-Broadway, 1997]
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[Off-Broadway, 1996]
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[Off-Broadway, 1996]
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[Broadway, 1995]
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[Broadway, 1994]
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[Off-Broadway, 1994]
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[Off-Broadway, 1993]
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[Off-Broadway, 1991]
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[Off-Broadway, 1990]
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Writing


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Joe Mantello, Three Tall Women

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Joe Mantello, Three Tall Women

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Direction of a Play

Joe Mantello, Three Tall Women

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Joe Mantello, The Humans

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Joe Mantello, The Humans

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Direction of a Play

Joe Mantello, The Humans

The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Director

Joe Mantello, The Other Place

The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Director

Joe Mantello, Other Desert Cities

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Joe Mantello, The Normal Heart

The Lortels - 2010 - Outstanding Director

Joe Mantello, The Pride

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Joe Mantello, 9 to 5

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Director

Joe Mantello, Wicked

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Joe Mantello, Glengarry Glen Ross

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Direction of a Play

Joe Mantello, Glengarry Glen Ross


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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2004 - Best Direction of a Musical

Joe Mantello, Wicked


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Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Joe Mantello, Assassins

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Joe Mantello, Wicked


winner
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Direction of a Musical

Joe Mantello, Assassins


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Joe Mantello, Wicked


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Director - Play

Joe Mantello, Take Me Out


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Drama League Awards - 2003 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing

Joe Mantello


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Joe Mantello , Take Me Out


winner
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Director

Joe Mantello, Take Me Out


winner
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Direction of a Play

Joe Mantello, Take Me Out


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Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Joe Mantello, A Man of No Importance


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Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Director - Play

Joe Mantello, Mizlansky/Zilinsky or Schmucks

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Director - Play

Joe Mantello, Mizlansky/Zilinsky or Schmucks

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Director - Play

Joe Mantello , Love! Valour! Compassion!

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Director - Play

Joe Mantello, Love! Valour! Compassion!

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Director - Play

Joe Mantello, Love! Valour! Compassion!

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Director - Play

Joe Mantello, Love! Valour! Compassion!


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1995 - Best Director - Play

Joe Mantello, Love! Valour! Compassion!

Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Direction of a Musical

Joe Mantello, Love! Valour! Compassion!


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical

Joe Mantello3 Hotels

Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

Joe Mantello, Angels in America

Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Joe Mantello, Angels in America: Millennium Approaches

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1992 - Best Debut Performance

Joe Mantello, The Baltimore Waltz

Videos

News


Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; Elgin Community College Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
WICKED North American Tour Celebrates 6000th Performance

The North American Tour of WICKED played its 6,000th performance on Sunday, December 22nd at 1pm.  Check out a photo here!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; RENT at Elgin Community College Leads Best Musical!

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jane Krakowski, Martha Plimpton, Paulo Szot, and More Join Sondheim's HERE WE ARE

The National Theatre has announced further casting for their forthcoming UK premiere of Here We Are, the final musical by Stephen Sondheim with a book by Tony Award-nominee David Ives.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Chicago Awards

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: Stephanie J. Block in Concert at Theatre Raleigh

We’ve come to the end of the second year of Theatre Raleigh’s concert series. Several prolific performers have graced their stages here in the Triangle area throughout 2024. From local talent to Broadway stars such as Telly Leung, Seth Rudetsky, and Julie Benko. As for their closing act this season, it’s none other than Tony Award-winning powerhouse Stephanie J. Block.
WICKED Returns to the Eccles Theatre

Wicked will return to the Eccles Theater in April. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, December 6 at 10 a.m. Learn more about the show here!
WICKED to Return to Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre This Month

WICKED, will return to Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited nine-week run across the 2024 holiday season. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Chicago Awards

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Christine Dwyer to Join BROADWAY BARFLY at The Green Room 42

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present “Broadway Barfly,” a zesty evening with comedian, actor, singer, and YouTube creator Robert Driemeyer. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Feature: WICKED THE MOVIE at Harkins 101

Written from the point of view of a theatre fan, guest contributor David Appleford provides a piece full of details and insights regarding the new film, WICKED, and how it compares to the stage musical.
Kevin Chamberlin to Make NYC Cabaret Debut at The Green Room 42

Kevin Chamberlin, a three-time Tony Award nominee, will make his NYC cabaret debut with 'FINDING THE JOY' at THE GREEN ROOM 42 this month. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know

With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
WICKED Celebrates 7000 Performances in the West End and Extends Booking

WICKED will tonight play its 7000th performance at the Apollo Victoria Theatre London, where it continues as the 10th longest-running West End production in history. Plus booking has extended
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
What Are the Great American Plays?

Great American plays often capture key moments, issues, and themes that define American life, culture, and history, making them essential parts of the American theatrical canon. Which playwrights do you think made the list?
Kevin Chamberlin to Perform at The Green Room 42 in November

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the New York City solo cabaret debut of  three-time Tony nominated actor and singer Kevin Chamberlin in 'Finding the Joy,' for two performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For WICKED in Perth

As WICKED celebrates its 21st anniversary of the Broadway opening on Wednesday 30 October with National WICKED Day, an extra final week of performances up until 2 February 2025 has been released for the Perth season due to huge demand.
Video: Mary Kate Morrissey and Alexandra Socha Celebrate 21 Years of WICKED on GMA

Watch WICKED on Broadway stars Alexandra Socha and Mary Kate Morrissey discuss the show's 21st anniversary on Good Morning America in the video here!
Tickets on Sale For WICKED in San Diego

WICKED, San Diego’s most popular musical, will return to San Diego. This exclusive four-week return engagement at the San Diego Civic Theatre begins Wednesday, February 5, 2025 and plays through Sunday, March 2, 2025.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joe Mantello been in?

Joe Mantello has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Joe Mantello been in?

Joe Mantello has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Joe Mantello been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Three Tall Women, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Three Tall Women, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Three Tall Women, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Humans, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Humans, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Humans, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for The Other Place, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Other Desert Cities, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Normal Heart, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for The Pride, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for 9 to 5 , Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Wicked , Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross, Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Wicked, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Assassins, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wicked, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Assassins, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Wicked, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Take Me Out, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Take Me Out , Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Take Me Out, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Take Me Out, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Man of No Importance, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mizlansky/Zilinsky or Schmucks, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mizlansky/Zilinsky or Schmucks, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Love! Valour! Compassion!, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Love! Valour! Compassion!, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Love! Valour! Compassion!, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Love! Valour! Compassion!, Best Director - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Love! Valour! Compassion!, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Love! Valour! Compassion!, Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for 3 Hotels, Outstanding Featured Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Angels in America, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Angels in America: Millennium Approaches and Best Debut Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Baltimore Waltz.

What awards has Joe Mantello won?

Joe Mantello has received numerous awards for his direction, including: - Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Wicked - Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Assassins - Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Assassins - Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Wicked - Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Take Me Out - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards) - Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Take Me Out - Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Take Me Out - Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Take Me Out - Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Man of No Importance - Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mizlansky/Zilinsky or Schmucks - Best Director - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Love! Valour! Compassion! - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for 3 Hotels.

How many shows has Joe Mantello written?

Joe Mantello has written 1 shows including The Santaland Diaries (Adaptation).

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