Stephen Brackett
Latest News on Stephen Brackett:
Olney Theatre Center Funds Three Week-Long Workshops In 24-25 (Dec 4, 2024)
Interview: Stephen Brackett Really Connected With This SUGAR DADDY (Sep 15, 2024)
The Wallis 24/25 Season Opening Celebration Kicks Off This Month (Sep 12, 2024)
Olney Theatre Center Funds Three Week-Long Workshops In 24-25 (Dec 4, 2024)
Interview: Stephen Brackett Really Connected With This SUGAR DADDY (Sep 15, 2024)
The Wallis 24/25 Season Opening Celebration Kicks Off This Month (Sep 12, 2024)
BIO
Broadway: Be More Chill (Lyceum Theater). Off-Broadway: Be More Chill (Signature and Two River Theaters), The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical (Theaterworks USA/National Tour), Buyer & Cellar (Rattlestick and Barrow Street Theaters/National Tour/London’s Menier Chocolate Factory), The Mad Ones (Prospect Theater), Ultimate Beauty Bible (Page 73), Wringer (NYCCT), Carnival Kids (Lesser America), The Correspondent (Rattlestick), After (Partial Comfort), The Material World(Dixon Place), Be A Good Little Widow (Ars Nova), and The Tenant (Woodshed Collective). Regional: Significant Other (Geffen Playhouse), I Now Pronounce (Humana Festival), Le Switch (About Face), The Great Pretender (TheatreWorks Silicon Valley). Upcoming: Fall Springs at Barrington Stage.
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NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 16: Director Stephen Brackett poses at the opening night of the new musical based on the film "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" on Broadway at The Longacre Theatre on October 16, 2019 in New York City (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage)
Date:
10/17/2019
From: Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for THE LIGHTNING THIEF
NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 16: Director Stephen Brackett poses at the opening night of the new musical based on the film "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" on Broadway at The Longacre Theatre on October 16, 2019 in New York City (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage)
Date:
10/17/2019
From: Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for THE LIGHTNING THIEF
creative team: orchestrator Charlie Rosen, composer-lyricist Joe Iconis, musical director Emily Marshall, director Stephen Brackett, choreographer Chase Brock, and book writer Joe Tracz
Date:
01/11/2019
From: Photo Coverage: They're Ready for Their Upgrade! In Rehearsal with the Cast of BE MORE CHILL
creative team: orchestrator Charlie Rosen, composer-lyricist Joe Iconis, musical director Emily Marshall, director Stephen Brackett, choreographer Chase Brock, and book writer Joe Tracz
Date:
01/11/2019
From: Photo Coverage: They're Ready for Their Upgrade! In Rehearsal with the Cast of BE MORE CHILL
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Direction of a Musical
Stephen Brackett, A Strange Loop
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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
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Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Stephen Brackett, A Strange Loop
Videos
Exclusive Video: Watch 'Inner White Girl' From Los Angeles Premiere Of A STRANGE LOOP
by Joshua Wright - Jun 4, 2024
Video: First Look at A STRANGE LOOP, Coming to the Ahmanson Theatre in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024
Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for the West Coast Production Of A STRANGE LOOP
by Joshua Wright - Apr 12, 2024
Video: Watch a Teaser Trailer for A STRANGE LOOP, Coming to A.C.T. in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024
VIDEO: A STRANGE LOOP Cast Performs 'Inner White Girl' on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - May 13, 2022
VIDEO: Creatives of A.D. 16 at Olney Theatre Center Discuss the Show's Themes
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2022
Photos & Video: Go Inside A STRANGE LOOP at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2021
VIDEO: Watch James Jackson's Obie Award Acceptance Speech For the Creative Team of A STRANGE LOOP
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Antwayn Hopper's Obie Award Acceptance Speech For the Creative Team of A STRANGE LOOP
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2020
VIDEO: Final BE MORE CHILL Curtain Call - Joe Iconis Gives a Speech and the Cast Sings 'The Goodbye Song'
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2019
News
Olney Theatre Center Funds Three Week-Long Workshops In 24-25
Olney Theatre Center announced the three collaborative projects it will develop with week-long workshops as part of its Vanguard Arts Fund (VAF) during the 24-25 season.
Olney Theatre Center announced the three collaborative projects it will develop with week-long workshops as part of its Vanguard Arts Fund (VAF) during the 24-25 season.
Interview: Stephen Brackett Really Connected With This SUGAR DADDY
Sugar Daddy, a new production by comedian/actor Sam Morrison opens September 29, 2024 (with previews beginning September 20th) at The Wallis before going to Broadway in 2025. Tony Award winner Stephen Brackett directs this new production written and starring Sam. Stephen found time to answer a few of my queries amidst his rehearsals with Sam.
Sugar Daddy, a new production by comedian/actor Sam Morrison opens September 29, 2024 (with previews beginning September 20th) at The Wallis before going to Broadway in 2025. Tony Award winner Stephen Brackett directs this new production written and starring Sam. Stephen found time to answer a few of my queries amidst his rehearsals with Sam.
The Wallis 24/25 Season Opening Celebration Kicks Off This Month
The Wallis will host its 24/25 Season Opening Celebration, lasting two weeks and featuring eight shows from all of The Wallis' different genres: Broadway, Popular Music, Classical Music, Theater, Opera, Comedy, and Dance.
The Wallis will host its 24/25 Season Opening Celebration, lasting two weeks and featuring eight shows from all of The Wallis' different genres: Broadway, Popular Music, Classical Music, Theater, Opera, Comedy, and Dance.
Billy Porter and Alan Cumming Join SUGAR DADDY Producing Team
Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Billy Porter and his producing partner D.J. Gugenheim, and Tony and Olivier Award winner Alan Cumming have joined the producing team for Sugar Daddy. Learn more about the production!
Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Billy Porter and his producing partner D.J. Gugenheim, and Tony and Olivier Award winner Alan Cumming have joined the producing team for Sugar Daddy. Learn more about the production!
Sam Morrison's SUGAR DADDY to Play at The Wallis Prior to Broadway Debut
Sugar Daddy, a new production of comedian and actor Sam Morrison’s one-man show, will play the Lovelace Studio Theater at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts prior to a Broadway run. Learn more about the production!
Sugar Daddy, a new production of comedian and actor Sam Morrison’s one-man show, will play the Lovelace Studio Theater at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts prior to a Broadway run. Learn more about the production!
36th ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS Announces Selectees & Finalists
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed the roster of new musicals for their 36th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which is slated to take place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed the roster of new musicals for their 36th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which is slated to take place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).
Cast and Creative Teams Set For PRIDE PLAYS 2024
Pride Plays, the initiative launched in 2019 and returning to New York this summer, has announced the cast and creative teams for their Pride Plays 2024 Celebration kickoff event on June 24, 2024.
Pride Plays, the initiative launched in 2019 and returning to New York this summer, has announced the cast and creative teams for their Pride Plays 2024 Celebration kickoff event on June 24, 2024.
Pride Plays To Return To New York With Three New Play Readings This Month
Pride Plays returns to New York with three new play readings celebrating LGBTQ+ voices. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Pride Plays returns to New York with three new play readings celebrating LGBTQ+ voices. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive Video: Watch 'Inner White Girl' From Los Angeles Premiere Of A STRANGE LOOP
Get a first look at the West Coast Premiere production of A Strange Loop's cast performing 'Inner White Girl' in an all-new exclusive video. The production begins performances at the Ahmanson Theatre on June 5, 2024.
Get a first look at the West Coast Premiere production of A Strange Loop's cast performing 'Inner White Girl' in an all-new exclusive video. The production begins performances at the Ahmanson Theatre on June 5, 2024.
Interview: Malachi McCaskil's Bursting on the Ahmanson Stage as Usher in A STRANGE LOOP
Michael R. Jackson’s 2020 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning A Strange Loop opens June 5, 2024; at the Ahmanson. A co-production of Center Theatrer Gtoup and American Conservatory Theatre, Stephen Brackett directs the cast led by Malachi McCaskil as Usher with Dave J. Abrams, Angela Alise, Jordan Barbour, J. Cameron Barnett, Carlis Shane Clark, Alvis Green Jr., Albert Hodge, Avionce Hoyles, Tarra Conner Jones, Jamari Johnson Williams and John-Andrew Morrison. I was able to chat Malachi after he finished his West Coast premiere at A.C.T.
Michael R. Jackson’s 2020 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning A Strange Loop opens June 5, 2024; at the Ahmanson. A co-production of Center Theatrer Gtoup and American Conservatory Theatre, Stephen Brackett directs the cast led by Malachi McCaskil as Usher with Dave J. Abrams, Angela Alise, Jordan Barbour, J. Cameron Barnett, Carlis Shane Clark, Alvis Green Jr., Albert Hodge, Avionce Hoyles, Tarra Conner Jones, Jamari Johnson Williams and John-Andrew Morrison. I was able to chat Malachi after he finished his West Coast premiere at A.C.T.
Video: West Coast Cast of A STRANGE LOOP Performs 'Today'
xGet a first look at the West Coast Premiere production of A Strange Loop's cast performing 'Today' in an all-new video from the San Francisco run before the production arrives at the Ahmanson Theatre June 5, 2024.
xGet a first look at the West Coast Premiere production of A Strange Loop's cast performing 'Today' in an all-new video from the San Francisco run before the production arrives at the Ahmanson Theatre June 5, 2024.
The Wallis Announces On-Sale Single Tickets and Additional Season 24/25 Programming
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts has announced on-sale of single tickets and the addition of four new shows to the stacked 2024/2025 lineup. The new programming will kick off the season, enhancing the already robust theater and music performances.
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts has announced on-sale of single tickets and the addition of four new shows to the stacked 2024/2025 lineup. The new programming will kick off the season, enhancing the already robust theater and music performances.
Sam Morrison's SUGAR DADDY to Play The Wallis This Fall Prior to Broadway in 2025
Sugar Daddy, a new production of comedian and actor Sam Morrison’s one-man show, will play the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Sugar Daddy, a new production of comedian and actor Sam Morrison’s one-man show, will play the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: First Look at A STRANGE LOOP, Coming to the Ahmanson Theatre in June
Watch a trailer for the West Coast Premiere of 'A Strange Loop', which arrives at the Ahmanson Theatre June 5, 2024.
Watch a trailer for the West Coast Premiere of 'A Strange Loop', which arrives at the Ahmanson Theatre June 5, 2024.
Review: A STRANGE LOOP at American Conservatory Theatre
There was a considerable buzz of excitement at the West Coast premiere of Michael R. Jackson’s A Strange Loop. Could the musical live up to the hype generated by its eleven Tony nominations and wins for Best Musical and Best Book? That would be a hell yes! Right from the opening number “Intermission Song,” A Strange Loop bursts with a kinetic energy and excitement not felt since Hamilton blew my mind.
There was a considerable buzz of excitement at the West Coast premiere of Michael R. Jackson’s A Strange Loop. Could the musical live up to the hype generated by its eleven Tony nominations and wins for Best Musical and Best Book? That would be a hell yes! Right from the opening number “Intermission Song,” A Strange Loop bursts with a kinetic energy and excitement not felt since Hamilton blew my mind.
Olney Theatre Center Now Accepting Submissions for New Work Proposals
Olney Theatre Center is accepting submissions for new team-developed work as part of the 2024-25 Vanguard Arts Fund. Learn how to apply!
Olney Theatre Center is accepting submissions for new team-developed work as part of the 2024-25 Vanguard Arts Fund. Learn how to apply!
Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for the West Coast Production Of A STRANGE LOOP
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the sitzprobe rehearsal for A STRANGE LOOP at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco. The production will next travel to Los Angeles' Ahmanson Theatre.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the sitzprobe rehearsal for A STRANGE LOOP at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco. The production will next travel to Los Angeles' Ahmanson Theatre.
A.C.T. and TodayTix to Launch Digital Lottery for A STRANGE LOOP
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) and TodayTix revealed that a limited number of $45 front row tickets will be available via a weekly digital lottery for all performances of A Strange Loop.
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) and TodayTix revealed that a limited number of $45 front row tickets will be available via a weekly digital lottery for all performances of A Strange Loop.
BWW Q&A: John-Andrew Morrison of A STRANGE LOOP at American Conservatory Theater
John-Andrew Morrison is a Tony Award nominee and a Lucille Lortel and Obie Award winner for his work in A Strange Loop (Broadway and Off Broadway).
John-Andrew Morrison is a Tony Award nominee and a Lucille Lortel and Obie Award winner for his work in A Strange Loop (Broadway and Off Broadway).
John-Andrew Morrison, Malachi McCaskill & More to Star in A STRANGE LOOP West Coast Premiere
The cast and creative team has been set for the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award–winning acclaimed musical, A Strange Loop, making its West Coast premiere. Learn where and when you can see the show!
The cast and creative team has been set for the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award–winning acclaimed musical, A Strange Loop, making its West Coast premiere. Learn where and when you can see the show!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Stephen Brackett been nominated for?
Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Strange Loop, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Strange Loop, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for A Strange Loop and Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Strange Loop.
What awards has Stephen Brackett won?
Stephen Brackett has won several awards, including the Outstanding Director of a Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for A Strange Loop. He also received a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for A Strange Loop, along with the Outstanding Director of a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, again for A Strange Loop.
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