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Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Scenic Design
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021] Cancelled
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020] Cancelled
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Scenic Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Scenic Designer
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Scenic Design
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Scenic Design
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Set Designer
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Director, Musical Staging, Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Director/Designer
 
[Williamstown, MA (Regional), 2014]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Designer
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Scenic Designer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Director
Director
 
[Los Angeles, 2007]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Director
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2006]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Director
 
[West End, 2004]
Director
Production
 
[London Fringe, 2004]
Scenery/Costumes
Director
 
[Broadway, 0]
Director

Writing

Co-Creator

Movies

Bliss
[ 1985 ] Bettina's doctor
Bullseye
[ 1987 ] Gibson
Dead to the World
[ 1991 ] Mr Keats
Mad Bomber in Love
[ 1992 ] Roy Slaven
This Won't Hurt a Bit
[ 1993 ] Voice-Over
Babe
[ 1995 ] TV Commentator
Thunderstruck
[ 2004 ] Service Station Owner

TV Shows

A Country Practice
Neil Thomas, Ian Sharman
Club Buggery
Roy Slaven
Five Times Dizzy
Professor Dim

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

John Doyle, A Man of No Importance

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

John Doyle, Assassins

Drama League Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

John Doyle, Assassins


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

John Doyle, The Color Purple

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Direction of a Musical

John Doyle, The Color Purple

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

John Doyle, The Visit

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

John Doyle, Passion

Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

John Doyle, A Catered Affair

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

John Doyle, Company

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Direction of a Musical

John Doyle, Company


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

John Doyle, Sweeney Todd

Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play

John Doyle, Company


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Special Citation

John Doyle, Sweeney Todd


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

John Doyle, Sweeney Todd


winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Direction of a Musical

John Doyle, Sweeney Todd

Videos

News


Angel Desai Brings A DAY IN THE (INNER) LIFE to 54 Below

54 Below will present Angel Desai in “A Day In The (Inner) Life” in February. The performance includes songs by Angel herself, Matt Castle, Jason Robert-Brown, Kristin-Anderson Lopez and Robert Lopez, Paul Simon, Gian Carlo Menotti, and more.
KING JAMES Vermont Premiere to Open at Northern Stage

​​​​​​​Northern Stage will kick off the new year with the Vermont premiere of King James by Pulitzer Prize finalist and Obie Award winner Rajiv Joseph. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
ALFRED HITCHCOCK PRESENTS - THE MUSICAL Cast Announced At Theatre Royal Bath

Theatre Royal Bath Productions in association with Universal Theatrical Group have  announced casting for the World Premiere of brand-new musical Alfred Hitchcock Presents – The Musical at Theatre Royal Bath from 22 March to 12 April 2025.
Bernadette Peters, Raúl Esparza & More to Perform at NYSAF 2024 Gala

New York Stage and Film has revealed additional details for their 2024 Annual Gala honoring award-winning director, producer, and writer Amanda Lipitz and four-time Tony Award nominee Raúl Esparza. Learn how to attend.
20th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented Tonight at The Todd Haimes Theater

The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more!
Photos: The Beautiful City Project's WE WILL ROCK YOU

The Beautiful City Project's November Musical-in-Concert production of WE WILL ROCK YOU took place earlier this week. Check out photos from the production here!
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB

The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
Jennifer Hudson Shares Holiday Bonus Track 'Let There Be Joy'

History’s youngest female EGOT-winner Jennifer Hudson delivers the perfect Holiday gift with “Let There Be Joy” the exclusive bonus track off her latest album, The Gift of Love. Listen to the track now!
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!
Cast Set For SHE LOVES ME at Long Wharf Theatre

Long Wharf Theatre nnounced the cast and creative team for its fall production of She Loves Me, written by Jerry Bock (music), Joe Masteroff (book), and Sheldon Harnick (lyrics), which will take place at The Lab at ConnCORP in Hamden.
Bucks County Playhouse To Present Performances From Darius de Haas and Edmund Bagnell

Experience holiday magic with two cabaret performances at the Playhouse Barn, featuring Broadway's Teri Dale Hansen and pianist Joseph Thalken. Enjoy festive classics and new favorites this season.
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.
Cheeyang Ng and Eric Sorrels Will Receive 20th Annual Fred Ebb Award

The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
WE WILL ROCK YOU to be Presented for One Night Only by The Beautiful City Project

The Beautiful City Project revealed the cast for WE WILL ROCK YOU, a fundraising event at McGrath Family Performing Arts Center, benefiting Chicago's Season of Concern through a silent auction. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast and Creative Team Set for SHE LOVES ME at Long Wharf Theatre

Long Wharf Theatre revealed the cast and creative team for its winter production of SHE LOVES ME, featuring direction by Rebecca Martinez and performances by actors including John Smith and Jane Doe. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside The Beautiful City Project's THAT'S WHAT SHE SANG

The Beautiful City Project's October cabaret, THAT’S WHAT SHE SANG, was held at the picturesque Den Theatre, the evening featured an all-femme cast, singing comedy songs from the musical theatre canon. Check out photos from the event. 
Jennifer Hudson Releases First Holiday Album 'The Gift of Love'

Jennifer Hudson captures the magic of the holiday season on her new holiday album, The Gift of Love. Find out the songs on the album, how to order and get a first listen.
Melissa Errico To Return To 54 Below With A Tribute To Sondheim

Tony nominee Melissa Errico will perform a tribute to Stephen Sondheim at 54 Below, featuring songs from his iconic musicals. Learn more about the performances and see how to purchase tickets.
Melissa Errico Returns to 54 Below with a Tribute to Sondheim

54 Below will welcome back Broadway and cabaret star Melissa Errico on June 20 & 21 at 7pm.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Comes To Axelrod PAC In November

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF will be performed at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center in November, offering audiences a chance to experience this classic musical.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has John Doyle written?

John Doyle has written 1 shows including Unmasked (Co-Creator).

What awards has John Doyle been nominated for?

Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Man of No Importance, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Assassins, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for Assassins, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Color Purple, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Visit, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Passion, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Catered Affair, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Company, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Company, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Sweeney Todd, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Company, Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Sweeney Todd, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweeney Todd and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sweeney Todd.

What awards has John Doyle won?

John Doyle has received several prestigious awards, including: Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Color Purple; Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Sweeney Todd; Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Sweeney Todd; Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweeney Todd; and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sweeney Todd.

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