John Johnson
Birth Place: New York City
Latest News on John Johnson:
Video: George Clooney in New Preview For GOOD NIGHT, and GOOD LUCK (Nov 14, 2024)
Photos: First Look at the New Cast of STEREOPHONIC on Broadway (Nov 4, 2024)
Photos: Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch & More at HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Opening Night (Oct 18, 2024)
Video: George Clooney in New Preview For GOOD NIGHT, and GOOD LUCK (Nov 14, 2024)
Photos: First Look at the New Cast of STEREOPHONIC on Broadway (Nov 4, 2024)
Photos: Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch & More at HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Opening Night (Oct 18, 2024)
BIO
Associate Producer at Joey Parnes Productions.
Broadway: Associate Producer on HAIR, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Lombardi, The Merchant of Venice.
With Elizabeth I. McCann & Joey Parnes: The Play About the Baby, The Goat, or Who is Sylvia, Tuesdays with Morrie, Beckett/Albee, Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, Well, Butley, Passing Strange, Equus.
Tony Award Productions from 2001 - 2008; served as Associate Producer in 2007 & 2008.
Concerts: Working at The Zipper Theatre; Rated RSO at Joe's Pub; NewMusicalTheatre.com Launch Concert at Le Poisson Rouge, NewMusicalTheatre.com Live at The Canal Room, Morgan Karr at Joe's Pub, Drew Gasparini & Friends at Joe's Pub.
Faculty: Northwestern University's National High School Institute
Graduate: Fordham University at Lincoln Center
Photos
Producers, Greg Nobile, John Johnson, Sue Wagner, Sonia Friedman, Ashley Melone, Nick Mills, Jillian Robbins, Director Daniel Aukin, Musical Director Justin Craig, Tom Pecinka, Juliana Canfield, Playwright David Adjmi, Sarah Pigeon, Chris Stack, Andrew R. Butler, Eli Gelb, Composer Will Butler and Will Brill
Date:
04/20/2024
From: Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of STEREOPHONIC on Broadway
Sue Wagner, Bobby Cannavale, John Johnson, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, Amber Gray, Jin Ha, Steven Pasquale, Rachel Bay Jones, Jeremy Shamos, Francois Battiste, Denis O'Hare, David Hyde Pierce, Tom Kirdahy and Rick Pappas
Date:
10/23/2023
From: Photos: Star-Studded Cast & Creatives Of HERE WE ARE Celebrate Opening Night at The Shed!
Sue Wagner, Bobby Cannavale, John Johnson, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, Amber Gray, Jin Ha, Steven Pasquale, Rachel Bay Jones, Jeremy Shamos, Francois Battiste, Denis O'Hare, David Hyde Pierce, Tom Kirdahy and Rick Pappas
Date:
10/23/2023
From: Photos: Inside the Opening Night Party for the Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE at The Shed
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Frank McLaughlin, Fordham Director of Athletics (Fordham '71); John Cirillo , Fordham PR ('74); Tom Masella, Head Fordham Football Coach; Joe Favorito, LOMBARDI staff (Fordham '85); and John Johnson, Fordham alum and LOMBARDI associate producer (Fordham '
Date:
06/04/2010
From: Photo Coverage: LOMBARDI Debuts Window Display at Circle in the Square Theatre on Broadway
Frank McLaughlin, Fordham Director of Athletics (Fordham '71); John Cirillo , Fordham PR ('74); Tom Masella, Head Fordham Football Coach; Joe Favorito, LOMBARDI staff (Fordham '85); and John Johnson, Fordham alum and LOMBARDI associate producer (Fordham '
Date:
06/04/2010
From: Photo Coverage: LOMBARDI Debuts Window Display at Circle in the Square Theatre on Broadway
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
[Broadway, 2016]
Executive Producer
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Musical
John JohnsonBright Star
winner
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Revival of a Play
John Johnson, Skylight
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Revival of a Play
John Johnson, This is Our Youth
winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Musical
John Johnson, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder
winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Revival of a Play
John Johnson, A Raisin in the Sun
winner
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Play
John Johnson, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
Videos
Pre-Order Cast Recording For Sondheim's HERE WE ARE; Plus Watch the New Music Video For 'Exit Music'!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
Video: Go Inside the Belasco As AIN'T NO MO' Announces Its Broadway Extension!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2022
VIDEO: Carmen Cusack & BRIGHT STAR Cast Perform on the 70th Annual TONY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 12, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Steve Martin Surprises Audience During Entr'acte at BRIGHT STAR
by Louisa Brady - May 14, 2016
VIDEO: BRIGHT STAR Cast Performs 'Sun's Gonna Shine'; Steve Martin Performs Mini-Musical of His Own!
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 1, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Karen Ziemba, Nicolas Dromard and More in Rehearsals of 42ND STREET at Lexington Theatre
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 23, 2015
TV: Designed to Celebrate: Tony Awards Toasts 2014 Creative Arts Nominees!
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Promo - 35MM: A MUSICAL EXHIBITION Set for Release on Ghostlight Records, 8/14
by Stage Tube - Aug 6, 2012
News
Video: George Clooney in New Preview For GOOD NIGHT, and GOOD LUCK
An all new preview video has been released for George Clooney-led Good Night, and Good Luck, ahead of its Broadway opening. Watch the video here and find out more about the show!
An all new preview video has been released for George Clooney-led Good Night, and Good Luck, ahead of its Broadway opening. Watch the video here and find out more about the show!
Photos: First Look at the New Cast of STEREOPHONIC on Broadway
All new photos have been released of the new cast of Stereophonic on Broadway! The production is now extended through January 12, 2025. Check out the photos below!
All new photos have been released of the new cast of Stereophonic on Broadway! The production is now extended through January 12, 2025. Check out the photos below!
Photos: Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch & More at HOLD ON TO ME DARLING Opening Night
Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Hold on to Me Darling at The Lucille Lortel Theatre, starring Adam Driver! See photos of stars including Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch and more.
Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Hold on to Me Darling at The Lucille Lortel Theatre, starring Adam Driver! See photos of stars including Tom Hanks, Judd Hirsch and more.
Photos: SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED Opens At Brooklyn Academy of Music
Last night, BAM (The Brooklyn Academy of Music) celebrated the Opening Night of the world premiere musical Safety Not Guaranteed, which plays a limited Off-Broadway engagement through October 20 at the BAM Harvey Theater. See photos from inside opening night.
Last night, BAM (The Brooklyn Academy of Music) celebrated the Opening Night of the world premiere musical Safety Not Guaranteed, which plays a limited Off-Broadway engagement through October 20 at the BAM Harvey Theater. See photos from inside opening night.
Marla Mindelle Returns to THE BIG GAY JAMBOREE Tonight Following Illness
After missing performances this week due to illness, Marla Mindelle returns to the off-Broadway hit comedy, The Big Gay Jamboree tonight, Friday, October 4.
After missing performances this week due to illness, Marla Mindelle returns to the off-Broadway hit comedy, The Big Gay Jamboree tonight, Friday, October 4.
Photos: THE BIG GAY JAMBOREE Celebrates Ga(y)la Performance
Just yesterday, The Big Gay Jamboree held its Ga(y)la Performance, celebrating the hard work from the cast and creative team behind the brand-new musical, now playing at the Orpheum Theatre. Check out photos from inside the special night.
Just yesterday, The Big Gay Jamboree held its Ga(y)la Performance, celebrating the hard work from the cast and creative team behind the brand-new musical, now playing at the Orpheum Theatre. Check out photos from inside the special night.
THE BIG GAY JAMBOREE Postpones Opening Night Due to Illness in the Cast
Due to illness, the star and co-creator of The Big Gay Jamboree, Marla Mindelle, will not be performing tonight. Learn more about the new opening night for The Big Gay Jamboree Off-Broadway and see how to purchase tickets.
Due to illness, the star and co-creator of The Big Gay Jamboree, Marla Mindelle, will not be performing tonight. Learn more about the new opening night for The Big Gay Jamboree Off-Broadway and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE is Now Available on Vinyl and Streaming
The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! Find out how to purchase the vinyl, stream and download the album here.
The original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s critically acclaimed new musical, is now available on vinyl and streaming! Find out how to purchase the vinyl, stream and download the album here.
STEREOPHONIC Will Release Cast Recording on Vinyl This October
A special, limited-edition vinyl will be released for Stereophonic (Original Cast Recording), an album of music from the 2024 Tony® Award-winning Best Play. Find out how to preorder the vinyl now!
A special, limited-edition vinyl will be released for Stereophonic (Original Cast Recording), an album of music from the 2024 Tony® Award-winning Best Play. Find out how to preorder the vinyl now!
Photos: Inside the Tony Awards After Party at the Carlyle
BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the annual Tony Awards afterparty at The Carlyle Hotel with photos from inside the exclusive event!
BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the annual Tony Awards afterparty at The Carlyle Hotel with photos from inside the exclusive event!
Photos: Go Inside the 2024 Tony Awards After Party
See photos from the Tony Awards after-party at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, featuring winners such as Jeremy Strong, Justin Peck, Jonathan Groff, Will Brill, and more.
See photos from the Tony Awards after-party at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, featuring winners such as Jeremy Strong, Justin Peck, Jonathan Groff, Will Brill, and more.
Photos: Inside the 2024 Tony Awards Ceremony
Last night, the curtain was raised on the 77th Annual Tony Awards! Take a look inside the CBS broadcasts and Pluto TV pre-show below, including photos of the casts of The Outsiders, Suffs, Hell's Kitchen, The Who's Tommy, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, and more.
Last night, the curtain was raised on the 77th Annual Tony Awards! Take a look inside the CBS broadcasts and Pluto TV pre-show below, including photos of the casts of The Outsiders, Suffs, Hell's Kitchen, The Who's Tommy, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, and more.
Recap the 2024 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
The 77th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
The 77th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.
STEREOPHONIC On Broadway Will Extend Through January 5th
Stereophonic, the recipient of 13 Tony Award nominations, announced tonight at a private concert featuring Grammy winner Will Butler, that the production will extend on Broadway through January 5th, 2025.
Stereophonic, the recipient of 13 Tony Award nominations, announced tonight at a private concert featuring Grammy winner Will Butler, that the production will extend on Broadway through January 5th, 2025.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of JULIA MASLI: HAHAHAHAHAHAHA.
Impatient Productions is presenting JULIA MASLI: HAHAHAHAHAHAHA. The show celebrated its opening night this week. Check out photos from the event.
Impatient Productions is presenting JULIA MASLI: HAHAHAHAHAHAHA. The show celebrated its opening night this week. Check out photos from the event.
Original Cast Recording of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE Available Now on CD & Digital Platforms
Concord Theatricals Recordings has released the original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s new musical, on CD and digital platforms worldwide.
Concord Theatricals Recordings has released the original cast recording of Here We Are, David Ives and Stephen Sondheim’s new musical, on CD and digital platforms worldwide.
Photos: Go Inside the STEREOPHONIC Cast Album Listening Party
On Friday night, May 10th, the cast and creative team of Stereophonic gathered at the Friki Tiki in Midtown to celebrate and listen to the newly released cast album. Check out photos from the event here!
On Friday night, May 10th, the cast and creative team of Stereophonic gathered at the Friki Tiki in Midtown to celebrate and listen to the newly released cast album. Check out photos from the event here!
STEREOPHONIC Original Cast Album Available to Stream Now; Listen to Exclusive Tracks
With a record-breaking 13 Tony Award nominations, Sony Masterworks Broadway has released the digital version of the Stereophonic (Original Cast Recording). The album includes the singles, “Masquerade” and “Brightv1,” plus exclusive, brand-new songs not performed in full on stage and only available on the cast album. Listen to the album now!
With a record-breaking 13 Tony Award nominations, Sony Masterworks Broadway has released the digital version of the Stereophonic (Original Cast Recording). The album includes the singles, “Masquerade” and “Brightv1,” plus exclusive, brand-new songs not performed in full on stage and only available on the cast album. Listen to the album now!
STEREOPHONIC Shares Two New Tracks From Upcoming Cast Album
Now with a record-breaking 13 Tony Award nominations, Sony Masterworks Broadway has released 2 new songs, “Masquerade” and “Bright v1” from the Original Cast Recording of Stereophonic. To celebrate being the most Tony-nominated play ever, the cast of Stereophonic performed “Masquerade” last night on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Listen to the newly released songs here!
Now with a record-breaking 13 Tony Award nominations, Sony Masterworks Broadway has released 2 new songs, “Masquerade” and “Bright v1” from the Original Cast Recording of Stereophonic. To celebrate being the most Tony-nominated play ever, the cast of Stereophonic performed “Masquerade” last night on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Listen to the newly released songs here!
(PRAY), THE COMEUPPANCE, and More Take Home 2024 Lucille Lortel Awards - Full List of Winners!
The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards will be presented at the annual ceremony which will take place tonight, Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm. See the winners as they come in here!
The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards will be presented at the annual ceremony which will take place tonight, Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm. See the winners as they come in here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Johnson been in?
John Johnson has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has John Johnson been in?
John Johnson has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was John Johnson's first West End show?
John Johnson's first West End show was Blitz! which opened in 1962
What awards has John Johnson been nominated for?
Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Bright Star, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Skylight, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for This is Our Youth, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Raisin in the Sun and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.
What awards has John Johnson won?
John Johnson has won several awards, including Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Skylight, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for A Raisin in the Sun, and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.
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