Walter Bobbie
Latest News on Walter Bobbie:
Erika Jayne to Return to CHICAGO as 'Roxie Hart' in January (Dec 18, 2024)
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top (Dec 16, 2024)
CHICAGO Comes to Toledo in January (Dec 12, 2024)
Erika Jayne to Return to CHICAGO as 'Roxie Hart' in January (Dec 18, 2024)
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top (Dec 16, 2024)
CHICAGO Comes to Toledo in January (Dec 12, 2024)
BIO
Walter Bobbie won the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards as director of the international hit Chicago which and has become the longest-running revival in Broadway history. Recent directing includes David Ives's New Jerusalem, Venus in Fur, and The School for Lies, all at Classic Stage Company, Ives' The Other Woman at EST, as well as Jeff Talbott's The Submission at MCC, Evan Smith's The Savannah Disputation at Playwrights Horizons, Christopher Durang's The Marriage of Bette & Boo at the Roundabout, and Terrence McNally's Golden Age at the Kennedy Center. Broadway credits include White Christmas, High Fidelity, Sweet Charity, Twentieth Century, Footloose, and A Grand Night for Singing. Bobbie is also an actor who appeared in a range of plays and musicals from the original cast of Grease to Shaw's Getting Married at Circle in the Square, Assassins at Playwrights Horizons, I Love My Wife, Going Up, A History of the American Film, Driving Miss Daisy, Café Crown, and Lincoln Center's Anything Goes, among others. He received a Drama Desk nomination for his performance as Nicely-Nicely in 1992 revival of Guys and Dolls, and Drama Desk, Outer Critics' Circle and Lucille Lortel Award nominations for his performance in David Ives's Polish Joke at Manhattan Theatre Club. Bobbie was Artistic Director for City Center's acclaimed Encores!, and serves on the Executive Board of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society.
Photos
Daniel Sunjata, Mandi Masden, Walter Bobbie, Lou Sumrall, John Davenport, Matthew Saldivar, John Glover, Condola Rashad, Patrick Page, Max Gordon Moore, Adam Chanler-Berat, Robert Stanton and Russell G. Jones
Date:
04/26/2018
From: Photo Coverage: Condola Rashad & Company Celebrate Opening Night of SAINT JOAN
Barry Grove with Daniel Sunjata, Mandi Masden, Walter Bobbie, Lou Sumrall, John Davenport, Matthew Saldivar, John Glover, Condola Rashad, Patrick Page, Max Gordon Moore, Adam Chanler-Berat, Robert Stanton and Russell G. Jones and cast
Date:
04/26/2018
From: Photo Coverage: Condola Rashad & Company Celebrate Opening Night of SAINT JOAN
Maurice Jones, Daniel Sunjata, Max Gordon Moore, Matthew Saldivar, John Glover, Adam Chanler-Berat, Condola Rashad, Walter Bobbie, Jack Davenport, Russell G. Jones, Patrick Page, Lou Sumrall, Robert Stanton
Date:
03/14/2018
From: Photo Coverage: Condola Rashad and the Cast of SAINT JOAN Meet the Press!
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater and National Theatre One-Night Reading, 2017
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse
Senator Lamar Alexander
Senator Tim Kaine
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1977
Wally (Standby) [Replacement]
Alvin (Standby) [Replacement]
Productions
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Director
Writing
Bookwriter
Conceiver
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Bright Star
The Lortels - 2010 - Outstanding Director
Walter Bobbie, Venus in Fur
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Irving Berlin's White Christmas
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Sweet Charity
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play
Walter Bobbie, Polish Joke
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Walter Bobbie, Polish Joke
The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actor
Walter Bobbie, Polish Joke
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Book of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Footloose
Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Director
Walter Bobbie, Chicago
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Director - Musical
Walter Bobbie, Chicago
winner
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Direction of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, Chicago
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Walter Bobbie, Chicago
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Book of a Musical
Walter Bobbie, A Grand Night for Singing
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
Walter Bobbie , Crazy for You
Videos
Video: CHICAGO'S New Stars Olivia Holt, Kimberly Marable And More Take Their First Bows!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2023
Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon Sing CHICAGO's 'I Am My Own Best Friend' and More with ELLE
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 25, 2023
Video: CHICAGO's Jinkx Monsoon Speaks Out Against Anti-Drag Laws in MSNBC Interview
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 18, 2023
VIDEO: Sea Lion and Trainer Dance to 'Cell Block Tango' from CHICAGO
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 19, 2023
VIDEO: Angelica Ross and Brandon Victor Dixon Take First Bows in CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2022
VIDEO: Watch an All New Trailer For 42nd Street Moon's A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022
VIDEO: 'I'm Gonna Wash That Man' From A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING At Goodspeed
by Alan Henry - Oct 12, 2021
VIDEO: Goodspeed Presents A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Featuring Mamie Parris, Mauricio Martínez, Diane Phelan & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2021
News
Erika Jayne to Return to CHICAGO as 'Roxie Hart' in January
Chicago on Broadway will welcome back singer, actress and TV sensation Erika Jayne in the role of 'Roxie Hart'. Learn more about Jayne's return to Broadway and learn how to purchase tickets.
Chicago on Broadway will welcome back singer, actress and TV sensation Erika Jayne in the role of 'Roxie Hart'. Learn more about Jayne's return to Broadway and learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 16, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 16, 2024.
CHICAGO Comes to Toledo in January
The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway’s favorite razzle-dazzle smash hit musical, CHICAGO. This production will kick off the 24–25 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO Series at the Stranahan Theater.
The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway’s favorite razzle-dazzle smash hit musical, CHICAGO. This production will kick off the 24–25 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO Series at the Stranahan Theater.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 9, 2024- Give the Gift of Broadway This Holiday Season
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 9, 2024.
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 9, 2024.
Photos: Sebastián Yatra and Bianca Marroquín in CHICAGO on Broadway
All new production photos have been released of Sebastián Yatra as 'Billy Flynn' and Bianca Marroquín as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway. Check out the photos here!
All new production photos have been released of Sebastián Yatra as 'Billy Flynn' and Bianca Marroquín as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway. Check out the photos here!
CHICAGO Breaks Its All Time Gross Record For Thanksgiving
Chicago beat its prior Thanksgiving week gross record. Learn more about the show's grosses and see how to purchase tickets to upcoming performances, starring Sebastian Yatra.
Chicago beat its prior Thanksgiving week gross record. Learn more about the show's grosses and see how to purchase tickets to upcoming performances, starring Sebastian Yatra.
CHICAGO Will Take the Century II Concert Hall Stage in December
CHICAGO will be performed as part of the 24–25 Broadway in Wichita Series and will take the Century II Concert Hall stage this December. Learn more about when to catch the show here!
CHICAGO will be performed as part of the 24–25 Broadway in Wichita Series and will take the Century II Concert Hall stage this December. Learn more about when to catch the show here!
Video: Sebastián Yatra Takes His First Bows In CHICAGO
Latin music sensation Sebastián Yatra (Encanto’s 'Dos Oruguitas”) took his first Broadway bows in the long-running revival of Chicago earlier tonight. Go inside his big debut in new video from the curtain call!
Latin music sensation Sebastián Yatra (Encanto’s 'Dos Oruguitas”) took his first Broadway bows in the long-running revival of Chicago earlier tonight. Go inside his big debut in new video from the curtain call!
CHICAGO's Sebastián Yatra to Perform at Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
Chicago has announced that Latin music sensation Sebastián Yatra (Encanto’s 'Dos Oruguitas”) will perform at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC this year.
Chicago has announced that Latin music sensation Sebastián Yatra (Encanto’s 'Dos Oruguitas”) will perform at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC this year.
Tickets to CHICAGO at at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center on Sale Now
Single tickets for Baltimore’s 2025 engagement at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, home of the historic Hippodrome Theatre, are on sale now. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Single tickets for Baltimore’s 2025 engagement at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, home of the historic Hippodrome Theatre, are on sale now. Learn how to purchase tickets!
CHICAGO Celebrates 28th Anniversary and 11,000 Performances
On Thursday, November 14th, the Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning musical Chicago will celebrate its 28th year as a Broadway institution. Chicago also celebrates hitting 11,000 performances on Broadway.
On Thursday, November 14th, the Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning musical Chicago will celebrate its 28th year as a Broadway institution. Chicago also celebrates hitting 11,000 performances on Broadway.
CHICAGO Tour Comes To The Appell Center
CHICAGO—the first show in the Appell Center's Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series— returns to the Appell Center For The Performing Arts on November 27.
CHICAGO—the first show in the Appell Center's Glatfelter Insurance Broadway Series— returns to the Appell Center For The Performing Arts on November 27.
Photos: CHICAGO UK and Ireland Tour
All new production photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning CHICAGO. Check out the photos here!
All new production photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning CHICAGO. Check out the photos here!
CHICAGO To Play Limited Engagement At BroadwaySF's Golden Gate Theatre
BroadwaySF, an ATG Entertainment company, welcomes the return of Broadway's record-breaking, Tony Award-winning musical smash, CHICAGO.
BroadwaySF, an ATG Entertainment company, welcomes the return of Broadway's record-breaking, Tony Award-winning musical smash, CHICAGO.
Broadway In Birmingham To Present CHICAGO In November
THE ILLUSIONISTS: MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS will perform at the BJCC on December 3-4, showcasing a lineup of magicians and illusionists.
THE ILLUSIONISTS: MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS will perform at the BJCC on December 3-4, showcasing a lineup of magicians and illusionists.
Bianca Marroquín Will Return to CHICAGO Next Month
Bianca Marroquín is headed back to Chicago! The Broadway company of the musical will welcome her back to the role of Roxie Hart beginning on Monday, November 25 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Bianca Marroquín is headed back to Chicago! The Broadway company of the musical will welcome her back to the role of Roxie Hart beginning on Monday, November 25 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Cast Set For Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS at The Mill at Sonning
The cast has been announced for Irving Berlin's White Christmas at The Mill at Sonning, which runs 27 November - 25 January.
The cast has been announced for Irving Berlin's White Christmas at The Mill at Sonning, which runs 27 November - 25 January.
Review: CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?
CHICAGO is Coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in November
CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in November. There's never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway's razzle-dazzle smash. Learn how to purchase tickets.
CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in November. There's never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway's razzle-dazzle smash. Learn how to purchase tickets.
CHICAGO to Open 24-25 Broadway In Birmingham Series This November
The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway’s favorite razzle-dazzle smash hit musical, CHICAGO. This production will kick off the 24–25 BROADWAY IN BIRMINGHAM Series at the BJCC Concert Hall for eight performances Nov. 19–24, 2024.
The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway’s favorite razzle-dazzle smash hit musical, CHICAGO. This production will kick off the 24–25 BROADWAY IN BIRMINGHAM Series at the BJCC Concert Hall for eight performances Nov. 19–24, 2024.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Walter Bobbie been in?
Walter Bobbie has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.
How many West End shows has Walter Bobbie been in?
Walter Bobbie has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Walter Bobbie been nominated for?
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bright Star, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Venus in Fur, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Irving Berlin's White Christmas, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweet Charity , Outstanding Featured Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Polish Joke, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Polish Joke , Outstanding Featured Actor (The Lortels) for Polish Joke, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Footloose, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Chicago , Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Chicago, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Chicago, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Chicago, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Grand Night for Singing and Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Crazy for You.
What awards has Walter Bobbie won?
Walter Bobbie has won the following awards: Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Polish Joke; Best Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Chicago; Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Chicago; and Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Chicago.
How many shows has Walter Bobbie written?
Walter Bobbie has written 2 shows including A Grand Night for Singing (Conceiver), Footloose (Bookwriter).
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