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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.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2022
Performer

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Broadway Revival Production, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater and National Theatre One-Night Reading, 2017
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse

Senator Lamar Alexander

Senator Tim Kaine

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2007
Hal Reisman

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Father [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2004
Harry MacAfee

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Wojtek/Priest/Policeman/Leon/Mr. O'Flanagan/Doctor

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1992
Nicely-Nicely Johnson

[Broadway]
1991
Oliver Cromwell Soames

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Freud (Psychoneurotic Phantasies)

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Voices

[Broadway]
1989
George Burton

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 1987
Lord Evelyn Oakleigh [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Performer

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Off-Off-Broadway Revival, 1980
Performer

[Regional (US)]
Workshop, 1977
Lucifer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1977
Wally (Standby) [Replacement]

Alvin (Standby) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1976
Hopkinson Brown

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
Octave

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1972
Roger

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1971
Collin Talbo (Standby)

[Off-Broadway]
1971
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1971
Hugh

[Off-Broadway]
1969
Standby

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1983
Lucifer

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2022]
Director
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2019]
Director
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Director
 
[New York, 2015]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Director
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Director
 
[Boston, 2007]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Director
 
[Boston, 2005]
Director
 
[Los Angeles, 2005]
Director
 
[San Francisco (Regional), 2005]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Director
 
[San Francisco (Regional), 2004]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Director
Adaptation
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Adaptation
Director
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Director
 
[West End, 1997]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Artistic Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Adaptation
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Director

Writing

Bookwriter

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

News


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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Review: 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 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.
Sinitta Will Join UK and Ireland Tour of CHICAGO as Mama Morton in Bradford and Stoke

International recording artist and pop star Sinitta will join the UK and Ireland tour of CHICAGO as Mama Morton for a strictly limited run, playing Bradford's Alhambra Theatre (21 – 26 October 2024) and Stoke's Regent Theatre (25 – 30 November 2024).
Photos: Faye Brookes, Djalenga Scott, and More in Rehearsal For the UK Tour of CHICAGO

Rehearsal photos have been released for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of the multi-awarding winning CHICAGO, opening at Milton Keynes Theatre from 12 October 2024. Check out the photoshere!
Ellie Roddy and Taylor Lane Will Lead CHICAGO National Tour

The 2024-25 tour cast for CHICAGO has been announced, featuring a lineup of performers set to bring the iconic musical to life across various cities.
Video: Alyssa Milano Shares Story of Husband's Surprise on CHICAGO Opening Night

On Monday, Alyssa Milano visited Sherri Shepherd's talk show to discuss her experience in the current Broadway cast of Chicago. The actress recently joined the production as Roxie Hart, also making her Broadway debut. Watch the full interview!
Rodgers & Hammerstein's A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Comes to ASU Kerr

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s A Grand Night for Singing, an award-winning revue of the prolific duo’s musical theatre body of work conceived by Walter Bobbie, will be co-presented by The Bridge Initiative (TBI) and ASU Kerr on October 6 & 7.
Big Noise Theatre To Open Season With FOOTLOOSE

Big Noise Theatre has announced the opening of their 2024-2025 season with FOOTLOOSE.
Video: Alyssa Milano Talks Making Broadway Debut in the 'Masterpiece' CHICAGO

Earlier this week, Alyssa Milano celebrated her first night as Roxie Hart in the current Broadway production of Chicago. The 'Who's The Boss?' star is making her Broadway debut in the show and recently sat down with CBS New York to talk about her experience so far. Watch the interview!
Photos: Alyssa Milano Makes her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO

See photos of Alyssa Milano's first Broadway bow in Chicago! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Alyssa Milano Takes Her First Bow In CHICAGO On Broadway

Tonight 'Charmed' and 'Who's The Boss' star Alyssa Milano celebrated her opening night in Chicago on Broadway. Milano is making her Broadway debut tonight in the role of Roxie Hart. Check out video of her first curtain call!

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 several notable awards, including Outstanding Featured Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Polish Joke. He also received the Best Director - Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Chicago. Additionally, he won the Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Chicago, as well as Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, again 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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