Harold Prince
Also Credited As: Harold S. Prince
Date of Death: July 31, 2019 (91)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Harold Prince:
Interview: Hugh Panaro’s Happy to Be A MAN WITHOUT A MASK (Nov 22, 2024)
The Royal Conservatory Goes INTO THE WOODS This Holiday Season (Nov 19, 2024)
Photos: Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Honors Tom Viertel at 23rd Monte Cristo Award Gala (Nov 19, 2024)
Interview: Hugh Panaro’s Happy to Be A MAN WITHOUT A MASK (Nov 22, 2024)
The Royal Conservatory Goes INTO THE WOODS This Holiday Season (Nov 19, 2024)
Photos: Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Honors Tom Viertel at 23rd Monte Cristo Award Gala (Nov 19, 2024)
BIO
Harold S. Prince (b. New York City, NY, 30 January 1928), also known as “Hal” Prince, was a theater producer and director who made a significant contribution to Broadway musicals in America. In a career that spanned more than fifty years, Prince has received ten Drama Desk Awards as Outstanding Director and 21 Tony Awards® for Best Direction, Best Producer, Best Musical, and Lifetime Achievement. In addition, Prince was the Kennedy Center Honoree in 1994 and the recipient of the National Medal of Arts in 2000.
Prince received his education at University of Pennsylvania, where he enrolled in a liberal arts program and was actively involved in the student theater group, Penn Players. After graduating in 1948, he returned to New York and began working as an assistant stage manager to producer and director George Abbott. This experience led to co-production opportunities with Robert E. Griffith and Frederick Brisson, resulting in the first two musicals that won Tonys® for Prince – The Pajama Game (1954) and Damn Yankees (1955).
After several co-productions, including the classic West Side Story in 1957, Prince began to produce his own musicals. His Fiddler on the Roof (1964) enjoyed enormous success with a record-breaking run of over three thousand performances between 1964 and 1972. Meanwhile, Prince also took on the role of director. Many of the most popular musicals of the following decades were created under his direction, including Cabaret (1966), Sweeney Todd (1979), Evita (1979), and The Phantom of the Opera (1988).
Besides his achievements as a producer and director, Prince is also known for bringing innovation to the theatrical arts. In collaboration with Stephen Sondheim, he was a pioneer in the development of the “concept musical,” taking its departure from an idea or theme rather than from a traditional story. Their first project of this kind, Company (1970), was a solid success and paved the way for other innovative musicals.
Prince’s contribution to the arts extends beyond the musical theater: he has made a number of movie adaptations (Damn Yankees 1958, A Little Night Music 1977), and directed for television (Candide 1986). In addition, he has served as a trustee for the New York Public Library and on the National Council of the Arts of the National Education Association.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Source Material
Movies
Damn Yankees
[ 1958 ] producer
[ 1958 ] producer
Fiddler on the Roof
[ 1971 ] producer
[ 1971 ] producer
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - The Harold Prince Award
Hal Prince
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Harold Prince, LoveMusik
winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre
Harold Prince
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Parade
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Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Harold PrinceShowboat
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Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Harold PrinceShowboat
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1995 - Best Director - Musical
Harold Prince, Show Boat
winner
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Show Boat
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Director of a Musical
Harold Prince, Kiss Of The Spider Woman
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Kiss of the Spider Woman
Helen Hayes Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production
Harold PrinceThe Phantom of the Opera
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1992 - Best Director
Harold Prince - Grandchild of Kings
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Harold Prince, Phantom of the Opera
Helen Hayes Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production
Harold PrinceCabaret
winner
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince , The Phantom of the Opera
Drama Desk Awards - 1987 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Harold Prince, Cabaret
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince , Grind
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Musical
Harold Prince, Grind
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Harold Prince, Evita
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Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Costume Design
Harold Prince, Evita
winner
Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Evita
winner
Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Sweeney Todd
Olivier Awards - 1978 - Director of the Year
Harold Prince, Evita
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, On the Twentieth Century
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Musical
Harold Prince, Side by Side by Sondheim
Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Harold Prince, Pacific Overtures
Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Musical
Harold Prince, Pacific Overtures
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1974 - Outstanding Director
Harold Prince, The Visit
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1974 - Outstanding Director
Harold Prince, Candide
winner
Obie Awards - 1974 - Distinguished Direction
Harold PrinceCandide
winner
Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Candide
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Director
Harold Prince, A Little Night Music
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Director
Harold Prince, The Great God Brown
Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, A Little Night Music
winner
Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Musical
Harold Prince, A Little Night Music
winner
Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince , Follies
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Outstanding Director
Harold Prince, Follies
winner
Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Company
winner
Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Musical
Harold Prince, Company
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1970 - Outstanding Director
Harold Prince, Company
Tony Awards - 1969 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Zorba
winner
Tony Awards - 1967 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, Cabaret
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Tony Awards - 1965 - Producer (Musical)
Harold Prince, Fiddler on the Roof
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Direction of a Musical
Harold Prince, She Loves Me
Tony Awards - 1964 - Producer (Musical)
Harold Prince, She Loves Me
winner
Tony Awards - 1963 - Producer (Musical)
Harold Prince, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Videos
Video: Cast of BEACHES THE MUSICAL on their Personal Connection to the Story
by Joshua Wright - Jun 11, 2024
Video: Creative Team of BEACHES THE MUSICAL On Bringing The Beloved Film To The Stage
by Joshua Wright - Jun 6, 2024
Photos/Video: BEACHES THE MUSICAL, Starring Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024
Video: Watch Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett Rehearse 'Show the World' From BEACHES at Theatre Calgary
by Joshua Wright - May 9, 2024
Video: Go Inside First Day Of Rehearsal For BEACHES THE MUSICAL at Theatre Calgary
by Joshua Wright - Apr 12, 2024
Video: Get a First Look at FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2023
VIDEO: Director Mark S. Hoebee Talks FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 17, 2023
Video: Radcliffe, Groff, and Mendez Talk MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 1, 2023
Video: HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Gears Up For Its NYC Run At Broadway In Bryant Park
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2023
Video: Ben Platt Discusses PARADE Feeling 'Frighteningly Contemporary' on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - May 12, 2023
Video: Former Christines Share the Stage at PHANTOM Charity Performance
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 15, 2023
News
Interview: Hugh Panaro’s Happy to Be A MAN WITHOUT A MASK
Broadway leading man Hugh Panaro celebrates the release of his new CD Man Without a Mask with a one-nighter December 5, 2024, at the Catalina Bar & Grill. Songs from the CD recorded over two nights at 54 Below will be featured amongst some other favorites of Hugh.
Broadway leading man Hugh Panaro celebrates the release of his new CD Man Without a Mask with a one-nighter December 5, 2024, at the Catalina Bar & Grill. Songs from the CD recorded over two nights at 54 Below will be featured amongst some other favorites of Hugh.
The Royal Conservatory Goes INTO THE WOODS This Holiday Season
The Royal Conservatory announced a holiday production of INTO THE WOODS, offering audiences a chance to experience the classic musical during the festive season.
The Royal Conservatory announced a holiday production of INTO THE WOODS, offering audiences a chance to experience the classic musical during the festive season.
Photos: Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Honors Tom Viertel at 23rd Monte Cristo Award Gala
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center presented the 23rd Monte Cristo Award to Chair Emeritus Tom Viertel, last night at the Edison Ballroom in New York City. Check out photos here!
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center presented the 23rd Monte Cristo Award to Chair Emeritus Tom Viertel, last night at the Edison Ballroom in New York City. Check out photos here!
Review Roundup: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre
See what the critics are saying about Fiddler on the Roof starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre. Learn more about the production and read the reviews!
See what the critics are saying about Fiddler on the Roof starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre. Learn more about the production and read the reviews!
Video: Watch Jason Alexander in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Preview
Watch a first look video of Jason Alexander in Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre! Joining Jason Alexander as “Tevye,” the cast also features: Valerie Perri as “Golde,” Rachel Ravel as “Tzeitel,” Alanna J. Smith as “Hodel,” and more.
Watch a first look video of Jason Alexander in Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre! Joining Jason Alexander as “Tevye,” the cast also features: Valerie Perri as “Golde,” Rachel Ravel as “Tzeitel,” Alanna J. Smith as “Hodel,” and more.
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.
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.
Photos: Jason Alexander and More in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada Theatre
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of Fiddler on the Roof starring Tony Award-winner Jason Alexander as “Tevye” is now in performances. Check out photos here!
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of Fiddler on the Roof starring Tony Award-winner Jason Alexander as “Tevye” is now in performances. Check out photos here!
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Always Make The Positive Choice with Janine LaManna
In this episode, I am joined by a true Broadway legend, Janine LaManna! From standing by for Chita Rivera in Kiss of the Spider Woman, to originating the role of Gertrude McFuzz in Broadway's Seussical, Janine has truly done it all. She made her Broadway debut as Evelyn Nesbit in Ragtime alongside the original company, and eventually went on to work with such legends as Anne Reinking and Harold Prince.
In this episode, I am joined by a true Broadway legend, Janine LaManna! From standing by for Chita Rivera in Kiss of the Spider Woman, to originating the role of Gertrude McFuzz in Broadway's Seussical, Janine has truly done it all. She made her Broadway debut as Evelyn Nesbit in Ragtime alongside the original company, and eventually went on to work with such legends as Anne Reinking and Harold Prince.
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
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.
PARADE to Replace ALI in the Next Broadway In Chicago Season
Broadway In Chicago revealed that ALI, originally scheduled for next year, will be postponed until further notice. Parade will take its place. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway In Chicago revealed that ALI, originally scheduled for next year, will be postponed until further notice. Parade will take its place. Learn how to purchase tickets.
New Production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Embark on North American Tour
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, featuring Maria Björnson’s design, will launch a new multi-year North American tour in November 2025. Learn more about the tour here!
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, featuring Maria Björnson’s design, will launch a new multi-year North American tour in November 2025. Learn more about the tour here!
PARADE Comes to the Fisher Theater Next Year
Broadway In Detroit has announced that Parade, winner of the 2023 Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical, will make its Detroit premiere at the Fisher Theatre February 25 – March 9, 2025.
Broadway In Detroit has announced that Parade, winner of the 2023 Tony Award® for Best Revival of a Musical, will make its Detroit premiere at the Fisher Theatre February 25 – March 9, 2025.
Video: Jason Alexander in Rehearsal for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
Get a first look at Jason Alexander in rehearsal for Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre in the video here!
Get a first look at Jason Alexander in rehearsal for Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre in the video here!
Michael Urie to Host The York Theatre Company Gala; Andrew Rannells & More Join
The York Theatre Company has revealed the roster of performers for a concert celebration at the 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which will honor musical theater legend Bernadette Peters and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The York Theatre Company has revealed the roster of performers for a concert celebration at the 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which will honor musical theater legend Bernadette Peters and more. 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.
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.
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.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF will be performed at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center in November, offering audiences a chance to experience this classic musical.
Tickets for Season's Final Five Broadway Shows on Sale at The Smith Center
Going on sale Friday, October 18: the final five shows of The Smith Center’s 2024-2025 Toyota Broadway Las Vegas® Series. The season features productions direct from Broadway that have been collectively showered with multiple Tony Awards®, Drama Desk Awards and Olivier Awards.
Going on sale Friday, October 18: the final five shows of The Smith Center’s 2024-2025 Toyota Broadway Las Vegas® Series. The season features productions direct from Broadway that have been collectively showered with multiple Tony Awards®, Drama Desk Awards and Olivier Awards.
Michael Longoria To Make 54 Below Solo Debut With A VERY BROADWAY KIND OF CHRISTMAS
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Michael Longoria, known for his role in JERSEY BOYS, will make his solo debut at 54 Below with 'A Very Broadway Kind Of Christmas,' featuring holiday classics and Broadway hits. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens
Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Harold Prince been in?
Harold Prince has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Harold Prince been in?
Harold Prince has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Harold Prince been nominated for?
Harold Prince has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of the notable nominations include the Harold Prince Award for Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for LoveMusik, the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Parade, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director - Musical for Showboat, the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Director - Musical for Show Boat, the Olivier Award for Best Director of a Musical for Kiss Of The Spider Woman, and the Tony Award for Best Director of a Musical for Kiss of the Spider Woman. He has also been nominated for the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production for The Phantom of the Opera and Cabaret, the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Director for Grandchild of Kings, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director - Musical for Phantom of the Opera and Cabaret, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for The Phantom of the Opera, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Grind, and the Tony Award for Best Musical for Grind. Other nominations include the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director of a Musical for Evita, the Tony Award for Best Costume Design for Evita, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Evita, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Sweeney Todd, the Olivier Award for Director of the Year for Evita, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for On the Twentieth Century, the Tony Award for Best Musical for Side by Side by Sondheim, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director - Musical for Pacific Overtures, and the Tony Award for Best Musical for Pacific Overtures. He has also been nominated for the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director for The Visit and Candide, the Obie Award for Distinguished Direction for Candide, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Candide, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director for A Little Night Music and The Great God Brown, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for A Little Night Music, the Tony Award for Best Musical for A Little Night Music, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Follies, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director for Follies, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Company, the Tony Award for Best Musical for Company, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Director for Company, the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Zorba and Cabaret, and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for She Loves Me. Additionally, he has received nominations for the Tony Award for Producer (Musical) for Fiddler on the Roof, She Loves Me, and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
What awards has Harold Prince won?
Harold Prince has won several awards throughout his career in the theater industry. Some of the notable awards he has received include the Harold Prince Award at the Drama Desk Awards, the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre at the Tony Awards, and the Outstanding Director - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on Showboat. He has also won awards for his direction of other musicals such as The Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Sweeney Todd, and A Little Night Music. In addition, he has received recognition for his work as a producer on shows like Fiddler on the Roof and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Harold Prince's contributions to the theater industry have been widely celebrated and acknowledged through these awards and honors.
How many shows has Harold Prince written?
Harold Prince has written 1 shows including Parade (Source Material).
Videos