Mike Nichols
Birth Place: Berlin, GERMANY
Latest News on Mike Nichols:
Patrick Hoffman, NYPL's Curator and Director of the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive, To Retire (Dec 13, 2024)
Paul Gross And Real-Life Partner Martha Burns Take The Stage In WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? In January (Nov 21, 2024)
Hank Azaria and The EZ Street Band To Perform Live at Patchogue Theatre This March (Nov 18, 2024)
Patrick Hoffman, NYPL's Curator and Director of the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive, To Retire (Dec 13, 2024)
Paul Gross And Real-Life Partner Martha Burns Take The Stage In WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? In January (Nov 21, 2024)
Hank Azaria and The EZ Street Band To Perform Live at Patchogue Theatre This March (Nov 18, 2024)
BIO
Mike Nichols has been a director of stage and screen for more than 40 years. His Broadway directing credits include Death of Salesman, Barefoot in the Park, Luv, The Odd Couple, Plaza Suite, The Prisoner of Second Avenue, The Real Thing and Spamalot, for all of which he was awarded the Tony for Best Direction. Film credits include Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf; The Graduate (Academy Award for Best Direction); Catch 22; Carnal Knowledge; Silkwood; Working Girl; Postcards From The Edge; Regarding Henry; The Birdcage; Primary Colors; Closer and Charlie Wilson’s War and for HBO “Wit” and “Angels in America.”
Photos
Opening Night Theatre Marquee for ''Betrayal'' at the Barrymore Theatre on October 27, 2013 in New York City. Harold Pinter''s landmark play Betrayal returns to Broadway starring Daniel Craig, Rachel Weisz and Rafe Spall. Mike Nichols directs the drama,
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01/05/2014
From: Photo Flash: A Fond Farewell to Broadway's 700 SUNDAYS, ANNIE, BETRAYAL, FIRST DATE & SPIDER-MAN
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Movies
Carnal Knowledge
[ 1971 ] producer
[ 1971 ] producer
The Fortune
[ 1975 ] producer
[ 1975 ] producer
Silkwood
[ 1983 ] producer
[ 1983 ] producer
Heartburn
[ 1986 ] director
[ 1986 ] director
Postcards from the Edge
[ 1990 ] producer
[ 1990 ] producer
Regarding Henry
[ 1991 ] producer
[ 1991 ] producer
The Remains of the Day
[ 1993 ] producer
[ 1993 ] producer
The Birdcage
[ 1996 ] producer
[ 1996 ] producer
The Designated Mourner
[ 1997 ] Jack
[ 1997 ] Jack
Primary Colors
[ 1998 ] producer
[ 1998 ] producer
Closer
[ 2004 ] producer
[ 2004 ] producer
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Mike Nichols, Death of a Salesman
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Special Citation Award
Mike Nichols
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Mike Nichols, Death of a Salesman
winner
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols, Death of a Salesman
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Direction of a Musical
Mike Nichols, Monty Python's Spamalot
winner
Drama League Awards - 2005 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing
Mike Nichols
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Mike Nichols , Monty Python's Spamalot
winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Direction of a Musical
Mike Nichols, Monty Python's Spamalot
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Special Theatrical Event
Mike Nichols, Whoopi the 2th Anniversary Show
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Special Theatrical Event
Mike Nichols, The Play What I Wrote
Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Mike Nichols, The Real Thing
winner
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols, The Real Thing
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Director - Play
Mike Nichols, The Gin Game
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols, The Gin Game
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Play
Mike Nichols, The Gin Game
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Director - Play
Mike Nichols, Comedians
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols , Streamers
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols , Comedians
winner
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Musical
Mike Nichols, Annie
Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Director - Play
Mike Nichols, Streamers
Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols, Uncle Vanya
winner
Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols, The Prisoner of Second Avenue
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1968 - Other Awards
Mike Nichols
winner
Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols, Plaza Suite
Tony Awards - 1967 - Best Direction of a Musical
Mike Nichols, The Apple Tree
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1965 - Other Awards
Mike Nichols
winner
Tony Awards - 1965 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols , The Odd Couple
winner
Tony Awards - 1965 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols, Luv
winner
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Direction of a Play
Mike Nichols, Barefoot in the Park
Videos
Audra McDonald Will Return to Broadway This Fall in GYPSY; Watch New Trailer
by Nicole Rosky - May 29, 2024
Video: Eric Idle Announces Steve Martin is 'God' in SPAMALOT on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 11, 2023
Exclusive: David Rockwell Gives a Tour of Perelman Performing Arts Center
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2023
VIDEO: Mark Harris Calls AN EVENING WITH NICHOLS & MAY 'The HAMILTON Of Its Moment'
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 4, 2021
VIDEO: CBS SUNDAY MORNING on the Life of Stage and Screen Director Mike Nichols
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2021
VIDEO: Glenn Close Talks Creating Characters in Quarantine on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT
by Sarah Leiber - Nov 24, 2020
VIDEO: Cynthia Nixon Compares 2020 to the AIDS Crisis on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 17, 2020
BWW Exclusive: Christine Baranski Sings 'The Love You Left Behind' on FANCY NANCY
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 4, 2020
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by Nicole Rosky - Nov 7, 2019
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by Sarah Leiber - Oct 22, 2019
WORLD'S BIGGEST GHOST HUNT: PENNHURST ASYLUM to Air on A&E on October 30
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 2, 2019
VIDEO: Christine Baranski Reveals She's Preparing for Musical Film
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 24, 2019
VIDEO: Lucas Hedges Talks to Seth Meyers About His Broadway Debut in THE WAVERLY GALLERY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 6, 2018
News
Patrick Hoffman, NYPL's Curator and Director of the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive, To Retire
Patrick Hoffman, The New York Public Library’s Curator and Director of the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive in the Billy Rose Theatre Division, is retiring after a career of more than three decades at NYPL.
Patrick Hoffman, The New York Public Library’s Curator and Director of the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive in the Billy Rose Theatre Division, is retiring after a career of more than three decades at NYPL.
Paul Gross And Real-Life Partner Martha Burns Take The Stage In WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? In January
Next up on the Bluma Appel stage this season, Canadian Stage will present an all-new production of one of the most simmering dramas in the history of modern theatre, Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?, on stage January 18th to February 2nd.
Next up on the Bluma Appel stage this season, Canadian Stage will present an all-new production of one of the most simmering dramas in the history of modern theatre, Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?, on stage January 18th to February 2nd.
Hank Azaria and The EZ Street Band To Perform Live at Patchogue Theatre This March
Hank Azaria and The EZ Street Band are set to perform at Patchogue Theatre on Friday, March 28. Discover more about this anticipated event and how to experience the show live.
Hank Azaria and The EZ Street Band are set to perform at Patchogue Theatre on Friday, March 28. Discover more about this anticipated event and how to experience the show live.
Lottery Announced For THE MERRILY CHAPTERS NYC Presentation
The Stage Door Foundation and Pam Pariseau have announced a special lottery for live studio audience tickets to a special industry presentation showing how Stephen Sondheim created MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG through the eyes of original Broadway cast member, David Loud.
The Stage Door Foundation and Pam Pariseau have announced a special lottery for live studio audience tickets to a special industry presentation showing how Stephen Sondheim created MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG through the eyes of original Broadway cast member, David Loud.
Karen Akers to Present FEELS LIKE HOME at Birdalnd in November
Birdland Jazz Club will present award-winning Vocalist Karen Akers – who returns to the venue with her show “Feels Like Home” – on Monday, November 18 at 7:00 PM. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
Birdland Jazz Club will present award-winning Vocalist Karen Akers – who returns to the venue with her show “Feels Like Home” – on Monday, November 18 at 7:00 PM. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
David Rasche and Mare Winningham Complete the Cast of CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage
David Rasche and Emmy Award winner, Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Mare Winningham will star in Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage Theater. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
David Rasche and Emmy Award winner, Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Mare Winningham will star in Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage Theater. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive: Read an Excerpt from Eric Idle's THE SPAMALOT DIARIES
Crown released The Spamalot Diaries, the inside story of what it took to bring Monty Python and the Holy Grail to Broadway as the unlikely theatrical hit Spamalot, as told through actual diaries from the legendary comic performer, founding member of Monty Python, and New York Times bestselling author Eric Idle. Check out an excerpt here!
Crown released The Spamalot Diaries, the inside story of what it took to bring Monty Python and the Holy Grail to Broadway as the unlikely theatrical hit Spamalot, as told through actual diaries from the legendary comic performer, founding member of Monty Python, and New York Times bestselling author Eric Idle. Check out an excerpt here!
Video: Eric Idle Talks THE SPAMALOT DIARIES Book, Available Now!
The new book, The Spamalot Diaries, is available now! Hear from Eric Idle, who wrote the book and is also a founding member of Monty Python.
The new book, The Spamalot Diaries, is available now! Hear from Eric Idle, who wrote the book and is also a founding member of Monty Python.
Video: Andrew Garfield Eager for Broadway Return After Hiatus
Andrew Garfield is itching to get back on the stage. After six years away from Broadway to focus on his film career, the actor shared that he is feeling the pull to return to his theatre roots.
Andrew Garfield is itching to get back on the stage. After six years away from Broadway to focus on his film career, the actor shared that he is feeling the pull to return to his theatre roots.
Full Cast Set For THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Learn more about the cast here!
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Learn more about the cast here!
THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon to be Presented at the Polanentheater in Amsterdam
The Odd Couple by Neil Simon will be performed at the Polanentheater in Amsterdam. This classic comedy follows mismatched roommates Felix Ungar and Oscar Madison as they navigate life after divorce. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Odd Couple by Neil Simon will be performed at the Polanentheater in Amsterdam. This classic comedy follows mismatched roommates Felix Ungar and Oscar Madison as they navigate life after divorce. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Joanna Gleason's Directorial Debut THE GROTTO Trailer
Nova Vento Entertainment and FLMKR released the trailer for The Grotto, a dramedy directed by Tony Award winner Joanna Gleason. The film presents a coming-of-middle-age story. Watch now!
Nova Vento Entertainment and FLMKR released the trailer for The Grotto, a dramedy directed by Tony Award winner Joanna Gleason. The film presents a coming-of-middle-age story. Watch now!
Hank Azaria To Play Brooklyn Bowl with Acclaimed Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band
Six-time Emmy Award winner, Screen Actors Guild Award winner, and Tony Award nominee Hank Azaria is performing his critically acclaimed Bruce Springsteen Tribute, Hank Azaria & The EZ Street Band, at Brooklyn Bowl on Friday, November 8th, 2024 at 8pm ET.
Six-time Emmy Award winner, Screen Actors Guild Award winner, and Tony Award nominee Hank Azaria is performing his critically acclaimed Bruce Springsteen Tribute, Hank Azaria & The EZ Street Band, at Brooklyn Bowl on Friday, November 8th, 2024 at 8pm ET.
Tony-Winner Christopher Ashley To Receive Prestigious 'Mr. Abbott' Award From Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Review: Klea Blackhurst & Billy Stritch Toast Hoagy Carmichael at Chelsea Table + Stage
In show business, there are very few sure things. But Klea Blackhurst and Billy Stritch singing songs by Hoagy Carmichael is about as close as it gets. The September 15th show was perfection.
In show business, there are very few sure things. But Klea Blackhurst and Billy Stritch singing songs by Hoagy Carmichael is about as close as it gets. The September 15th show was perfection.
Andy Nyman, Marc Antolin, and More Will Lead THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory
As public booking opens for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting. Find out who's joining the cast here!
As public booking opens for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting. Find out who's joining the cast here!
Chatter: Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque & More Star in WORKING GIRL Musical Workshop
BroadwayWorld has just learned that a musical version of Working Girl is getting an industry presentation this week in New York City. Check out who is starring in the workshop here!
BroadwayWorld has just learned that a musical version of Working Girl is getting an industry presentation this week in New York City. Check out who is starring in the workshop here!
SERIOUS BUSINESS is Coming to The Hobgoblin Playhouse
Foster Cat Productions' Serious Business will bring Alan Arkin's Virtual Reality and Elaine May's Hotline to The Hobgoblin Playhouse. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Foster Cat Productions' Serious Business will bring Alan Arkin's Virtual Reality and Elaine May's Hotline to The Hobgoblin Playhouse. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Julian Schlossberg And Friends Celebrate The Release of MY FIRST BOOK- PART 2
Legendary stage and screen producer, broadcaster, podcaster and author Julian Schlossberg and friends gathered to celebrate the legendary producer’s 6 decades in show business, and the launch of Schlossberg’s new memoir, My First Book – Part 2, A Producer’s Life Continues. See photos from the event!
Legendary stage and screen producer, broadcaster, podcaster and author Julian Schlossberg and friends gathered to celebrate the legendary producer’s 6 decades in show business, and the launch of Schlossberg’s new memoir, My First Book – Part 2, A Producer’s Life Continues. See photos from the event!
Foster Cat Productions to Present POWER PLAYS at The Groundlings
Foster Cat Productions will present Power Plays at The Groundlings, featuring one-act plays by Elaine May and Alan Arkin. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Foster Cat Productions will present Power Plays at The Groundlings, featuring one-act plays by Elaine May and Alan Arkin. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Mike Nichols been in?
Mike Nichols has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Mike Nichols been in?
Mike Nichols has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Mike Nichols been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Death of a Salesman , Special Citation Award (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards), Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Death of a Salesman , Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Death of a Salesman, Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Monty Python's Spamalot, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Monty Python's Spamalot , Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Monty Python's Spamalot, Best Special Theatrical Event (Tony Awards) for Whoopi the 20th Anniversary Show, Best Special Theatrical Event (Tony Awards) for The Play What I Wrote, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Real Thing, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Real Thing, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Gin Game, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Gin Game, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Gin Game , Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Comedians, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Streamers, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Comedians, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Annie, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Streamers, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Uncle Vanya, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Prisoner of Second Avenue, Other Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Plaza Suite, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Apple Tree, Other Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Odd Couple, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Luv and Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Barefoot in the Park.
What awards has Mike Nichols won?
Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Death of a Salesman; Special Citation Award (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards); Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Death of a Salesman; Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Monty Python's Spamalot; Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards); Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Monty Python's Spamalot; Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Monty Python's Spamalot; Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Real Thing; Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Comedians; Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Annie; Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Prisoner of Second Avenue; Other Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards); Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Plaza Suite; Other Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards); Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Odd Couple; Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Luv; and Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Barefoot in the Park.
How many shows has Mike Nichols written?
Mike Nichols has written 1 shows including An Evening with Mike Nichols and Elaine May (Playwright).
Videos