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[Broadway, 2002]
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winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director, Resident Musical

Mary ZimmermanCandide

Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Director, Resident Play

Mary ZimmermanPericles


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Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Play

Mary Zimmerman, Metamorphoses


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Mary Zimmerman, Metamorphoses


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The Lortels - 2002 - Outstanding Director

Mary Zimmerman, Metamorphoses


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Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Direction of a Play

Mary Zimmerman, Metamorphoses

Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Play

Mary Zimmerman, Metamorphoses

Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director - Play

Mary Zimmerman , Arabian Nights

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THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE Extends at Berkeley Rep Through Late December

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has extended The Matchbox Magic Flute, the mesmerizing English language theatrical adaptation of Mozart's iconic Magic Flute adapted and directed by theatrical powerhouse Mary Zimmerman. 
METAMORPHOSES By Mary Zimmerman to be Presented at David Geffen School of Drama at Yale

David Geffen School of Drama at Yale will present METAMORPHOSES, based on the Myths of Ovid, by Mary Zimmerman. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Berkeley Rep to Host California Educational Theatre Association Conference

This Fall, Berkeley Repertory Theatre will host the 2024 California Educational Theatre Association Conference—The Creativity in Creativity, featuring workshops, guest speakers and more.
Student Blog: Back at it

Now that the school year is officially back to a start, the homework has started to pile up, but the opportunities have just begun!
Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards

The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.
Interview: Kyle Patrick And Michael Lluberes Say GODSPELL at FIM Flint Repertory Theatre is Pure Joy

Godspell, the Broadway musical written by Stephen Schwartz, is making its way to Flint this month in an exceptionally creative way.
Review: METAMORPHOSES at the Baxter Studio Is Liquid Food of the Gods

I’ve loved Greek mythology since I was little. This probably had a lot to do with Rick Riordan’s fabulous Percy Jackson series. It’s been a while since I engaged with the content and this production sucked me right back in and reminded me how enchanting Greek mythology is. But it takes a special kind of show to outdo sacred childhood nostalgia.
Berkeley Rep to Present the West Coast Premiere of THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE

Mary Zimmerman will return to Berkeley Rep this fall with The Matchbox Magic Flute. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Andy Mientus, Krysta Rodriguez, and More Set For THE ROCKY HORROR SKIVVIES SHOW

The Skivvies will return to Joe's Pub next month for The Rocky Horror Skivvies Show, a Halloween treat that puts the signature stripped-down, mashed-up Skivvies stamp on the iconic songs from the cult favorite.
56th Jeff Awards Nominations Revealed

The Jeff Awards revealed nominations for their 56th anniversary, celebrating excellence in Chicago's Equity theaters. Learn more!
Theater J To Present Encore of Sun Mee Chomet's HOW TO BE A KOREAN WOMAN

Theater J will present HOW TO BE A KOREAN WOMAN, a one-person play, from September 12-22, 2024. Don't miss this acclaimed performance exploring identity and culture.
Full Cast and Design Team Set for Premiere of IN THE HEIGHTS at The Muny

The Muny has announced its full cast and design team for In the Heights, the sixth show in the theatre's 106th season, which runs Aug. 9-15 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park. This is the musical's Muny premiere.
Janet Ulrich Brooks Leads Cast of Drury Lane Theatre's THE AUDIENCE

Drury Lane Theatre has announced casting for its production of The Audience. Written by Peter Morgan, writer of the Emmy Award-winning “The Crown,” Drury Lane’s production is directed by Jessica Fisch and runs August 28 – October 20, 2024.
Review: GALILEO GALILEI at Opera Theatre Of Saint Louis

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis has opened an utterly glorious production of his opera, Galileo Galilei. It reconfirms OTSL’s place among the finest opera companies in the world. And it will assuredly help you resolve your issues with Phillip Glass.
Interview: Theatre Life with Simon Godwin

Today’s subject Simon Godwin is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of DC’s Tony Award winning Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC). He assumed the position in 2019 succeeding the company’s founder Michael Kahn after a stunning 33-year reign.
The Metropolitan Opera's Summer HD Festival To Return To Lincoln Center Plaza

The Metropolitan Opera’s Summer HD Festival will return to Lincoln Center Plaza this August. See full programming and learn how to attend!
THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE & More Lead Washington, DC's June 2024 Top Theatre Shows

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for June 2024 include The Matchbox Magic Flute, Bye Bye Birdie, and more!
Review: THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre/Klein Theatre

What did our critic think of THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre/Klein Theatre?
Shakespeare Dallas Will Host 52nd Shakespeare in the Park festival

Shakespeare Dallas will present Twelfth Night and Scenes from The Odyssey by Mary Zimmerman adapted from the translation of “The Odyssey” by Robert Fitzgerald this summer as part of the beloved Dallas tradition, the 52nd Shakespeare in the Park festival.
Review: METAMORPHOSES at Folger Theatre

What did our critic think of METAMORPHOSES at Folger Theatre?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Mary Zimmerman written?

Mary Zimmerman has written 1 shows including Metamorphoses (Playwright).

What awards has Mary Zimmerman been nominated for?

Outstanding Director, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Candide, Outstanding Director, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Pericles , Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Metamorphoses, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Metamorphoses , Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Metamorphoses, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Metamorphoses, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Metamorphoses and Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Arabian Nights.

What awards has Mary Zimmerman won?

Mary Zimmerman has won several awards, including: Outstanding Director, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Candide; Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Metamorphoses; Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Metamorphoses; Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Metamorphoses; and Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Metamorphoses.

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