Victoria Traube

Leigh Silverman Elected President Of The Stage Directors And Choreographers Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

Leigh Silverman has been elected President of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation. Silverman joins Ellenore Scott, Sharon Ott, and a slate of distinguished trustees in shaping SDCF’s next era as the organization approaches its 60th anniversary.

Bartlett Sher to Receive 2026 SDC Foundation 'Mr. Abbott' Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025

Bartlett Sher will be honored with Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's “Mr. Abbott” Award, given to a director or choreographer in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Broadway.

Caroline Barnard Promoted To Executive Vice President Of Concord Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024

Caroline Barnard has been promoted to the role of Executive Vice President of Business & Legal Affairs at Concord Theatricals. She succeeds Victoria Traube, who after a 50-year legal career stepped down from the position in August to become a consultant to the company. Learn more about the position!

Tony-Winner Christopher Ashley To Receive Prestigious 'Mr. Abbott' Award From Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024

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.

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Announces Liz Diamond as New SDCF Board President
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2024

Liz Diamond, Jonathan Parker, and Barbara Whitman have been announced as new members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) Board of Trustees, bringing their extensive experience to the organization.

Victoria Traube To Step Down As EVP Of Concord Theatricals
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2024

After a fifty-year legal career, the latter three decades of which has been spent working on behalf of the Rodgers & Hammerstein estates and Concord, “Mr. Abbott” Award recipient Victoria Traube has decided to step down as Executive Vice President of Business & Legal Affairs at Concord Theatricals.

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Names New Board Members and President
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2023

Learn about the latest updates at the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) as they announce Seema Sueko as the newly elected SDCF Board President. Stay informed with the latest news in the entertainment indust

Sargent Aborn Set to Retire as CEO of Tams-Witmark
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2022

Sargent Aborn, long-serving CEO of Tams-Witmark, will retire at the end of this month to spend more time with his family. He has spent over 40 years with the company.

International Festival Of Musical Theatre Will Launch in Milan, Italy in Summer 2022- Plus, Watch a Star-Studded Launch Video!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2021

More specifics including rules regarding eligibility and further logistic details will be announced in October 2021, including the Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient. Learn more about the festival here!

Stage Directors And Choreographers Foundation Announces New Board Members
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 3, 2021

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, announces the election of Justin Emeka, Doug Hughes, and Seema Sueko as the newest members of the SDCF Board of Trustees. They join President Mark Brokaw, Vice President/Secretary Anne Kauffman, Sheldon Epps, Linda Hartzell, Dan Knechtges, Laura Penn, and Victoria Traube as Trustees of the Foundation. Hughes will serve as the Foundation's Treasurer.

BWW Feature: FESTIVAL INTERNAZIONALE DEL MUSICAL MILANO 2022 - COMUNICATO STAMPA
by ETTORE FARRATTINI - Jul 17, 2021

In Italia l'inaugurazione del primo e unico Festival Internazionale del Musical.

International Festival Of Musical Theatre Will Launch in Milan, Italy in Summer 2022- Plus, Watch a Star-Studded Launch Video!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2021

More specifics including rules regarding eligibility and further logistic details will be announced in October 2021, including the Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient. Learn more about the festival here!

Ted Chapin Will Depart Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization After 40 Years
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2021

Ted Chapin has decided to step down as President and Chief Creative Officer of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization at the end of his current contract this month, Scott Pascucci, CEO of Concord, announced today. His departure comes exactly 40 years after the Rodgers and Hammerstein families first tapped Chapin to run their business.

Concord Announces Executive Promotions In Concord Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2020

Sean Patrick Flahaven, who became President of Concord Theatricals upon its formation in December 2018, has been promoted to Chief Theatricals Executive for Concord. He will now report to the company's CEO, Scott Pascucci.

Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Announces Evan Yionoulis as Executive Board President
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2019

Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), the theatrical union that unites, empowers, and protects professional stage directors and choreographers throughout the United States, announced Evan Yionoulis as Executive Board President.

Joe Mantello to Receive the Mr. Abbott Award
by Julie Musbach - Oct 8, 2019

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), today announced that acclaimed Director Joe Mantello will be honored with the a?oeMr. Abbotta?? Award, given to a Broadway Director or Choreographer for a lifetime of outstanding contributions.

TV: Watch Laura Osnes & More Perform at SDCF's Mr. Abbott Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2019

Last night Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the non-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), hosted the annual "Mr. Abbott" Award gala and celebrated the 60th anniversary of SDC.

Photo Coverage: SDCF Honors Victoria Traube at Mr. Abbott Awards Gala
by Walter McBride - Mar 26, 2019

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), last night presented the 2019 'Mr. Abbott' Award Gala, hosted by SDC Member, and Tony Award winner David Hyde Pierce. In addition, SDC Member, 2015 'Mr. Abbott' Award recipient, and Tony Award winner James Lapine presented a special 'Mr. Abbott' Award to Victoria Traube. 

Wake Up With BWW 3/25: SPONGEBOB on the Kids Choice Awards, Patti LuPone on POSE, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2019

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Happy Monday! Time to kick off the first full week of spring by catching up on the top Broadway news!

David Hyde Pierce to Host the 2019 Mr. Abbott Award Gala
by Julie Musbach - Feb 20, 2019

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF), the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC), today announced SDC Member, and Tony Award winner David Hyde Pierce will host the 2019 "Mr. Abbott" Award Gala on March 25 at the French Institute Alliance Francaise (FIAF). In honor of this special evening Concord Theatricals and The Shubert Organization, Inc. will serve as lead sponsors.