Mel Brooks
Also Credited As: Melvin Brooks
Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Latest News on Mel Brooks:
Sutton Foster to Perform at State Theatre New Jersey in January (Jan 7, 2025)
DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Makes UK Premiere at the Menier Chocolate Factory (Jan 7, 2025)
FPAC to Present a New Play by Miranda Rose Hall (Dec 28, 2024)
Sutton Foster to Perform at State Theatre New Jersey in January (Jan 7, 2025)
DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Makes UK Premiere at the Menier Chocolate Factory (Jan 7, 2025)
FPAC to Present a New Play by Miranda Rose Hall (Dec 28, 2024)
BIO
With a career spanning over seven decades, he is known as a writer and director of a variety of successful broad farces and parodies. A recipient of numerous accolades, he is one of 21 entertainers to win the EGOT, which includes an Emmy Award, a Grammy Award, an Academy Award, and a Tony Award. He received a Kennedy Center Honor in 2009, a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2010, the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2013, a British Film Institute Fellowship in 2015, a National Medal of Arts in 2016, a BAFTA Fellowship in 2017, and the Honorary Academy Award in 2024.
Brooks began his career as a comic and a writer for Sid Caesar's variety show Your Show of Shows from 1950 to 1954. With Carl Reiner, he created the comedy sketch The 2000 Year Old Man, and together, they released several comedy albums, starting with 2000 Year Old Man in 1960. With Buck Henry, he created the hit television comedy series Get Smart, which starred Don Adams and ran from 1965 to 1970.
Brooks won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for The Producers (1967). He then rose to prominence becoming one of the most successful film directors of the 1970s with The Twelve Chairs (1970), Blazing Saddles (1974), Young Frankenstein (1974), Silent Movie (1976), and High Anxiety (1977). Later Brooks made History of the World, Part I (1981), Spaceballs (1987), Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993), and Dracula: Dead and Loving It (1995). A musical adaptation of his first film, The Producers, ran on Broadway from 2001 to 2007 and earned Brooks three Tony Awards. The project was remade into a musical film in 2005. He wrote and produced the Hulu series History of the World, Part II (2023).
Brooks was married to actress Anne Bancroft from 1964 until her death in 2005. Their son Max Brooks is an actor and author, known for his novel World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War (2006). In 2021, Mel Brooks published his memoir titled All About Me!. Three of his films are included on the American Film Institute's list of the top 100 comedy films of the past 100 years (1900–2000), all of which were ranked in the top 15: Blazing Saddles at number 6, The Producers at number 11, and Young Frankenstein at number 13.
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BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 09: (L-R) Billy Crystal and Mel Brooks attend the 2024 Peabody Awards at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel on June 09, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for Peabody Awards)
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06/10/2024
From: Photos: Inside The 84th Annual Peabody Awards With Mel Brooks, Billy Crystal & More
Hilarity ensues in the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s production of the blockbuster Mel Brooks musical The Producers, onstage through January 29. Pictured (left to right) are Paul Louis Lessard, Michael Buchanan, Michael Brian Dunn, Lenny Wolpe, Seth Tucker, G
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01/12/2017
From: Photo Flash: Maltz Jupiter Theatre Presents THE PRODUCERS
The blockbuster Mel Brooks smash hit musical The Producers is onstage through January 29 at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. Pictured (left to right) are Emily KB Gough, Lori Barber Ramirez, Cara McMorrow, Mark Price, Elise Kinnon, Kate Wesler and Courtney Brad
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01/12/2017
From: Photo Flash: Maltz Jupiter Theatre Presents THE PRODUCERS
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lyrics
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Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best New Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Lyrics
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Best Musical
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Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Book of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Musical
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Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
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News
Sutton Foster to Perform at State Theatre New Jersey in January
State Theatre New Jersey will present An Evening with Sutton Foster. The Tony Award-winning artist will perform from her extensive Broadway catalog including, The Music Man, Anything Goes, and Sweeney Todd. Learn more!
State Theatre New Jersey will present An Evening with Sutton Foster. The Tony Award-winning artist will perform from her extensive Broadway catalog including, The Music Man, Anything Goes, and Sweeney Todd. Learn more!
DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Makes UK Premiere at the Menier Chocolate Factory
Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs, returning to the Menier having previously directed The Baker’s Wife and Barnum.
Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs, returning to the Menier having previously directed The Baker’s Wife and Barnum.
FPAC to Present a New Play by Miranda Rose Hall
The Franklin Performing Arts Company will present To Tell a Story About the Earth, a new play by Miranda Rose Hall in development by LubDub Theatre Co in January at THE BLACK BOX.
The Franklin Performing Arts Company will present To Tell a Story About the Earth, a new play by Miranda Rose Hall in development by LubDub Theatre Co in January at THE BLACK BOX.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 12, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 12, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 12, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: What Went Right for THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory?
The first major London revival of Mel Brooks’ musical adaptation of The Producers is now open at the Menier Chocolate Factory, directed by Tony Award-winning Patrick Marber and Broadway choreographer Lorin Latarro.
The first major London revival of Mel Brooks’ musical adaptation of The Producers is now open at the Menier Chocolate Factory, directed by Tony Award-winning Patrick Marber and Broadway choreographer Lorin Latarro.
Photos: THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory
Performances are underway for The Menier Chocolate Factory's production of Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Check out all new photos here!
Performances are underway for The Menier Chocolate Factory's production of Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Check out all new photos here!
Review: THE PRODUCERS, Menier Chocolate Factory
Good things come to those who wait. Last seen in the West End way back in 2004, starring Nathan Lane and Lee Evans, Mel Brooks' satirical work of genius, The Producers, has finally goose-stepped its way to a glorious return to the London stage at the wonderful Menier Chocolate Factory.
Good things come to those who wait. Last seen in the West End way back in 2004, starring Nathan Lane and Lee Evans, Mel Brooks' satirical work of genius, The Producers, has finally goose-stepped its way to a glorious return to the London stage at the wonderful Menier Chocolate Factory.
Sinatra Scholars Talk Frank and Remember Riddle at Swingin' Tribute
A swingin' Saturday afternoon event, filled with musical memories of Frank Sinatra, kicked off the holiday season on the right sentimental note, as Mr. Sinatra's heavenly 109th birthday approaches.
A swingin' Saturday afternoon event, filled with musical memories of Frank Sinatra, kicked off the holiday season on the right sentimental note, as Mr. Sinatra's heavenly 109th birthday approaches.
Video: Sam Harris Sings 'You Could Drive A Person Crazy' From COMPANY at 54 Below
Sam Harris recently took the stage at 54 Below in his new show, Beyond the Rainbow. Check out a video of him singing 'You Could Drive a Person Crazy' from Company here!
Sam Harris recently took the stage at 54 Below in his new show, Beyond the Rainbow. Check out a video of him singing 'You Could Drive a Person Crazy' from Company here!
Previews: THE REUNION al TEATRO ARCIMBOLDI e al TEATRO ROSSETTI
Un’unica notte magica nella quale un cast d’eccezione, accompagnato dalla FVG Orchestra diretta da Beatrice Venezi, interpreterà oltre trenta indimenticabili melodie tra cui la celebre “Let it Go” - dal musical Disney “Frozen”, e poi “Wicked”, “Mary Poppins”, “Mamma Mia!”, “Shrek”, “La famiglia Addams”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Funny Girl”, “Pretty Woman” e “The Greatest Showman”.
Un’unica notte magica nella quale un cast d’eccezione, accompagnato dalla FVG Orchestra diretta da Beatrice Venezi, interpreterà oltre trenta indimenticabili melodie tra cui la celebre “Let it Go” - dal musical Disney “Frozen”, e poi “Wicked”, “Mary Poppins”, “Mamma Mia!”, “Shrek”, “La famiglia Addams”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Funny Girl”, “Pretty Woman” e “The Greatest Showman”.
Spotlight: THE PRODUCERS at Delray Beach Playhouse
Now as big as a Broadway musical, 'The Producers' returns to the stage at the Delray Beach Playhouse!
Now as big as a Broadway musical, 'The Producers' returns to the stage at the Delray Beach Playhouse!
Interview: 'The Hardest Thing Has Been Not Laughing at Everyone!': Actor Marc Antolin on Mel Brooks, Intimacy and Corpsing in THE PRODUCERS
The award-winning musical The Producers is finally returning to London in its first revival since debuting on the West End in 2004. The show, based on the iconic 1967 film of the same name by Mel Brooks, tells the story of two producers who discover that a producer could make more from a Broadway flop than a hit, which leads them to put on what they think will be the worst show in history - Springtime for Hitler.
The award-winning musical The Producers is finally returning to London in its first revival since debuting on the West End in 2004. The show, based on the iconic 1967 film of the same name by Mel Brooks, tells the story of two producers who discover that a producer could make more from a Broadway flop than a hit, which leads them to put on what they think will be the worst show in history - Springtime for Hitler.
Photos: THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory in Rehearsal
The Menier Chocolate Factory has released all new rehearsal photos for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Check out the photos here and learn more about the production.
The Menier Chocolate Factory has released all new rehearsal photos for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Check out the photos here and learn more about the production.
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at Musicalfare
Something hilarious is playing out on stage of Musicalfare Theatre in their raucously funny production of SOMETHING ROTTEN. It’s a daring title that befits the silly musical that’s only purpose is to amuse.
Something hilarious is playing out on stage of Musicalfare Theatre in their raucously funny production of SOMETHING ROTTEN. It’s a daring title that befits the silly musical that’s only purpose is to amuse.
Review: Jason Alexander Leads Outstanding FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada Theatre
Led by a brilliant performance by Jason Alexander, this lively, emotionally-grounded, classic-leaning staging still somehow manages to feel fresh, reinvigorated, and much more searing than prior iterations.This latest SoCal-area revival of the landmark 1964 musical—here directed by Lonny Price—is, at its most impressive core, one of the most thoughtful, winningly-engaging stage musicals of the year thus far, and is a definite must-not-miss production.
Led by a brilliant performance by Jason Alexander, this lively, emotionally-grounded, classic-leaning staging still somehow manages to feel fresh, reinvigorated, and much more searing than prior iterations.This latest SoCal-area revival of the landmark 1964 musical—here directed by Lonny Price—is, at its most impressive core, one of the most thoughtful, winningly-engaging stage musicals of the year thus far, and is a definite must-not-miss production.
BACK TO THE FUTURE Director Robert Zemeckis Teases Movie Musical Adaptation of Stage Musical
Robert Zemeckis, who directed all three of the Back to the Future films, has teased the potential for a movie musical adaptation of the stage adaptation of the classic film on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, hosted by Josh Horowitz.
Robert Zemeckis, who directed all three of the Back to the Future films, has teased the potential for a movie musical adaptation of the stage adaptation of the classic film on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, hosted by Josh Horowitz.
INSIDE COMEDY Season 4 to Receive International Broadcast
Clay Epstein’s Film Mode Entertainment has announced the resurgence of the renowned comedy series, Inside Comedy which aired to critical acclaim starting on Showtime in 2012 and ran for four consecutive seasons.
Clay Epstein’s Film Mode Entertainment has announced the resurgence of the renowned comedy series, Inside Comedy which aired to critical acclaim starting on Showtime in 2012 and ran for four consecutive seasons.
See Marilyn Maye & More Perform Next Week at 54 Below
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. See who is performing and learn more!
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. See who is performing and learn more!
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Unveils 2025 Season Featuring Nine Productions
The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival revealed its 2025 season, featuring nine productions under the theme 'Undiscovered Countries,' including and THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival revealed its 2025 season, featuring nine productions under the theme 'Undiscovered Countries,' including and THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Naples Players Phase II Renovation Wrap Up Welcomes Four New Shows In The Next Four Weeks
The Naples Players completed Phase II renovations and announced four new shows debuting over the next four weeks, enhancing the theater's offerings and audience experience.
The Naples Players completed Phase II renovations and announced four new shows debuting over the next four weeks, enhancing the theater's offerings and audience experience.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Mel Brooks been in?
Mel Brooks has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Mel Brooks been in?
Mel Brooks has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Mel Brooks been nominated for?
Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Young Frankenstein, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Producers, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Producers, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Producers, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Producers, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Producers, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for The Producers and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Producers.
What awards has Mel Brooks won?
Mel Brooks has won several prestigious awards, including the following: - Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Producers - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Producers - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Producers - Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Producers - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Producers - Best Musical (Tony Awards) for The Producers - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Producers.
How many shows has Mel Brooks written?
Mel Brooks has written 4 shows including Shinbone Alley (Bookwriter), All American (Bookwriter), The Producers (Source Material), Young Frankenstein (Bookwriter).
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