Jerry Zaks
Birth Place: Stuttgart, GERMANY
Latest News on Jerry Zaks:
MRS. DOUBTFIRE North American Tour Recoups Investment (Jun 6, 2024)
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Popejoy Hall in December (May 31, 2024)
Video: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Hits the Streets of San Francisco Ahead of Bay Area Run (May 31, 2024)
MRS. DOUBTFIRE North American Tour Recoups Investment (Jun 6, 2024)
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Popejoy Hall in December (May 31, 2024)
Video: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Hits the Streets of San Francisco Ahead of Bay Area Run (May 31, 2024)
Jerry Zaks BIO
Jerry won four Tony Awards, four Drama Desk Awards, two Outer Critics Circle Awards and an Obie Award. Mr. Zaks directed many Broadway shows including Sister Act, Guys and Dolls, Six Degrees of Separation, Lend Me a Tenor, House of Blue Leaves, Smokey Joe's Cafe, Anything Goes, La Cage aux Folles, Little Shop of Horrors and more. Mr. Zaks received SDC's Mr. Abbott Award for lifetime achievement and an honorary doctorate of fine arts from his alma mater, Dartmouth College. Mr. Zaks is a 2013 inductee to the Theater Hall of Fame.
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Jerry Zaks STAGE CREDITS
Jerry Zaks Productions
Jerry Zaks Movies
Outrageous Fortune
[ 1987 ] Tobacco Clerk
[ 1987 ] Tobacco Clerk
Crimes and Misdemeanors
[ 1989 ] Man on Campus
[ 1989 ] Man on Campus
Husbands and Wives
[ 1992 ] Dinner Party Guests
[ 1992 ] Dinner Party Guests
Jerry Zaks TV Shows
The Edge of Night
Louis Van Dine
Louis Van Dine
Jerry Zaks Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, The Music Man
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Mrs. Doubtfire
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Hello, Dolly!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Hello, Dolly!
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Hello, Dolly!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Sister Act
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Jerry Zaks , The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Jerry Zaks , The Civil War
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1996 - Best Director - Musical
Jerry Zaks, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks , A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Smokey Joe's Cafe
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical
Jerry ZaksGuys and Dolls
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical
Jerry ZaksSix Degrees of Separation
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Jerry Zaks, Guys and Dolls
winner
Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Guys and Dolls
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1991 - Best Director
Jerry Zaks , Six Degrees of Separation
winner
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Direction of a Play
Jerry Zaks , Six Degrees of Separation
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Direction of a Play
Jerry Zaks , Six Degrees of Separation
Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Jerry Zaks , Assassins
Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Director - Play
Jerry Zaks , Six Degrees of Separation
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Director - Play
Jerry Zaks, Lend Me a Tenor
Olivier Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Production
Jerry ZaksWenceslas Square
winner
Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Direction of a Play
Jerry Zaks, Lend Me a Tenor
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Director
Jerry Zaks, Wenceslas Square
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Director
Jerry Zaks, Anything Goes
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Direction of a Musical
Jerry Zaks , Anything Goes
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1987 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Jerry Zaks, Anything Goes
winner
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Direction of a Play
Jerry Zaks , The House of Blue Leaves
winner
Obie Awards - 1985 - Direction
Jerry Zaks, The Foreigner
winner
Obie Awards - 1985 - Direction
Jerry Zaks, The Marriage of Bette and Boo
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Jerry Zaks, Tintypes
Jerry Zaks Videos
Video: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Hits the Streets of San Francisco Ahead of Bay Area Run
by Joshua Wright - May 31, 2024
Video: Victoria Clark Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Leading Actress in a Musical'
by Richard Ridge - Jun 12, 2023
VIDEO: Nicole Kidman Bids $100k For Hugh Jackman's Hat at THE MUSIC MAN
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 27, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks MUSIC MAN Pre-Show Ritual With Hugh Jackman on LIVE
by Michael Major - Jul 11, 2022
Photos & Video: First Look at SISTER ACT Starring Nicole Vanessa Ortiz & More at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Celebrates Sutton Foster's Drama League Awards Win with Curtain Call Speech
by Marissa Tomeo - May 22, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster & Hugh Jackman Reveal They Were 'Intimidated' to Work Together in MUSIC MAN on MEYERS
by Michael Major - May 6, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Discusses Performing For Her Daughter in MUSIC MAN on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Talks THE MUSIC MAN, WOLVERINE, and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 2, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Celebrates Sutton Foster's Birthday With THE MUSIC MAN Cast and Audience
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 19, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks MUSIC MAN & Returning to ANYTHING GOES on TODAY
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Hugh Jackman Perform 'Ya Got Trouble' in THE MUSIC MAN
by Show Highlights - Feb 11, 2022
VIDEO: Young Stars of THE MUSIC MAN Celebrate Broadway Debuts Outside the Winter Garden Theatre!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Hugh Jackman Talk THE MUSIC MAN and Watch New Performance Clips
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 2, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Releases Holiday Video from the Winter Garden Theatre to Broadway
by Robert Diamond - Dec 25, 2021
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Tributes Swings & Understudies as Kathy Voytko Fills in for Sutton Foster
by BWW Special - Dec 24, 2021
VIDEO: Patti LuPone Shares Memories of Working With Stephen Sondheim and More on LATE NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2021
Jerry Zaks News
MRS. DOUBTFIRE North American Tour Recoups Investment
The North American tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the smash hit musical comedy currently playing to audiences across North America and in London’s West End, has recouped its $5 million investment after 29 weeks on the road.
The North American tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the smash hit musical comedy currently playing to audiences across North America and in London’s West End, has recouped its $5 million investment after 29 weeks on the road.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Popejoy Hall in December
Popejoy Hall will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Popejoy Hall will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Hits the Streets of San Francisco Ahead of Bay Area Run
Watch Rob McClure as Mrs. Doubtfire hit the streets of San Francisco in a segment for KPIX CBS News. In the video, Mrs. Doubtfire visits her old neighborhood from the film of the same name and meets her adoring fans.
Watch Rob McClure as Mrs. Doubtfire hit the streets of San Francisco in a segment for KPIX CBS News. In the video, Mrs. Doubtfire visits her old neighborhood from the film of the same name and meets her adoring fans.
Review: A BRONX TALE IS A 'HIT' at The Argyle Theatre
What did our critic think of A BRONX TALE IS A 'HIT' AT THE ARGYLE THEATRE at The Argyle Theatre?
What did our critic think of A BRONX TALE IS A 'HIT' AT THE ARGYLE THEATRE at The Argyle Theatre?
Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Saenger Theatre
Get ready to experience the beloved story of MRS. DOUBTFIRE like never before in this heartwarming and hilarious musical adaptation.
Get ready to experience the beloved story of MRS. DOUBTFIRE like never before in this heartwarming and hilarious musical adaptation.
Tickets Available For MRS. DOUBTFIRE, COMPANY And More At The Smith Center
Tickets are now on sale for the first five Broadway shows at The Smith Center.
Tickets are now on sale for the first five Broadway shows at The Smith Center.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE is Coming to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre
The North American Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is coming to BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre this summer. Learn more about the engagement and see how to purchase tickets.
The North American Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is coming to BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre this summer. Learn more about the engagement and see how to purchase tickets.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL & More Set for Celebrity Attractions 24-25 Season
Experience the biggest Tulsa Broadway Season to date with Celebrity Attractions' 41st season, featuring seven shows including MOULIN ROUGE, MJ The Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Experience the biggest Tulsa Broadway Season to date with Celebrity Attractions' 41st season, featuring seven shows including MOULIN ROUGE, MJ The Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FUNNY GIRL, MYSTIC PIZZA & More Set For Kravis 2024/2025 Season
The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts announced its 16th season of Kravis On Broadway brimming with Tony Award®-winning hits. The 2024 – 2025 Kravis On Broadway season showcases Broadway’s finest with a subscription package power-packed with 32 Tony Awards® among them.
The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts announced its 16th season of Kravis On Broadway brimming with Tony Award®-winning hits. The 2024 – 2025 Kravis On Broadway season showcases Broadway’s finest with a subscription package power-packed with 32 Tony Awards® among them.
Subscriptions on Sale For Smith Center Broadway Season
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, will offer a limited number of subscriptions to its latest lineup of Broadway productions – the 2024-2025 season of its popular and acclaimed Toyota Broadway Las Vegas Series.
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, will offer a limited number of subscriptions to its latest lineup of Broadway productions – the 2024-2025 season of its popular and acclaimed Toyota Broadway Las Vegas Series.
New Cast Members to Join MRS. DOUBTFIRE in the West End
Rehearsals have begun for new cast members who will be joining Mrs. Doubtfire on stage, as the hit family musical enters its second year in the West End. Learn who is joining the cast and see how to purchase tickets!
Rehearsals have begun for new cast members who will be joining Mrs. Doubtfire on stage, as the hit family musical enters its second year in the West End. Learn who is joining the cast and see how to purchase tickets!
Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE IS A COMEDIC GEM, WITH A REFLECTIVE LENS at STRAZ CENTER
Mrs. Doubtfire, a new musical based on the 1993 hit family film of the same name, is actually based on the 1987 novel Alias Madame Doubtfire by Anne Fine. The stage musical in all its purposes features music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell. The National Tour is currently onstage in the Carol Morsani Hall, at Tampa’s Straz Center for the Performing Arts.
Mrs. Doubtfire, a new musical based on the 1993 hit family film of the same name, is actually based on the 1987 novel Alias Madame Doubtfire by Anne Fine. The stage musical in all its purposes features music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell. The National Tour is currently onstage in the Carol Morsani Hall, at Tampa’s Straz Center for the Performing Arts.
The Green Room 42 Presents The Return Of Josie De Guzman This May
Join two-time Tony Award nominee JOSIE DE GUZMAN as she returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42. Known for her roles in GUYS AND DOLLS and WEST SIDE STORY, don't miss her performances on 5/4-5.
Join two-time Tony Award nominee JOSIE DE GUZMAN as she returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42. Known for her roles in GUYS AND DOLLS and WEST SIDE STORY, don't miss her performances on 5/4-5.
Previews: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Dazzles at Straz Center
Directed by Jerry Zaks with music supervision, arrangements, and orchestration by Ethan Popp, we watched in awe as Daniel, an out-of-work man-child actor, magically transforms into the lovable Mrs. Doubtfire, a spry geriatric Scottish woman with some help from two friends. He does this to be hired by his ex-wife as a nanny after losing custody of his children in the divorce. And we have to give a round of applause for his real-life leading lady, Lakis, who dazzles as the believable, underappreciated, exasperated ex-wife.
Directed by Jerry Zaks with music supervision, arrangements, and orchestration by Ethan Popp, we watched in awe as Daniel, an out-of-work man-child actor, magically transforms into the lovable Mrs. Doubtfire, a spry geriatric Scottish woman with some help from two friends. He does this to be hired by his ex-wife as a nanny after losing custody of his children in the divorce. And we have to give a round of applause for his real-life leading lady, Lakis, who dazzles as the believable, underappreciated, exasperated ex-wife.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, & JULIET and More Set for Segerstrom Center for the Arts 24/25 Season
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has unveiled its Broadway lineup for the 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has unveiled its Broadway lineup for the 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
Based on Chris Columbus’ 1993 Academy Award-winning film of the same name adapted from Anne Fine’s 1987 novel titled Alias Madame Doubtfire. This musical follows Daniel Hillard, an out-of-work actor who loses custody of his kids in a divorce. So he masquerades as Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire to stay in their lives. This was the second in an unofficial trilogy of Broadway musicals adapted from classic movies about men disguising themselves as women. In 2019, we got Tootsie. In 2022, we got Some Like It Hot.
Based on Chris Columbus’ 1993 Academy Award-winning film of the same name adapted from Anne Fine’s 1987 novel titled Alias Madame Doubtfire. This musical follows Daniel Hillard, an out-of-work actor who loses custody of his kids in a divorce. So he masquerades as Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire to stay in their lives. This was the second in an unofficial trilogy of Broadway musicals adapted from classic movies about men disguising themselves as women. In 2019, we got Tootsie. In 2022, we got Some Like It Hot.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE NOTEBOOK
The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Opening night was held on March 14th, and BroadwayWorld was there! Check out photos of the VIPs arriving at the big night here!
The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Opening night was held on March 14th, and BroadwayWorld was there! Check out photos of the VIPs arriving at the big night here!
SOME LIKE IT HOT And More Announced for ASU Gammage 2024�"2025 Broadway Season
ASU Gammage has announced a spectacular lineup of shows for its 2024–2025 Broadway Across America — Arizona season.
ASU Gammage has announced a spectacular lineup of shows for its 2024–2025 Broadway Across America — Arizona season.
Meet the Cast of THE WHO'S TOMMY, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
The newly reimagined production of The Who’s TOMMY begins Broadway previews tonight, March 8, 2024 at the Nederlander Theatre, with opening night on March 28, 2024. Meet the cast of The Who's Tommy here!
The newly reimagined production of The Who’s TOMMY begins Broadway previews tonight, March 8, 2024 at the Nederlander Theatre, with opening night on March 28, 2024. Meet the cast of The Who's Tommy here!
Jerry Zaks FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jerry Zaks been in?
Jerry Zaks has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Jerry Zaks been in?
Jerry Zaks has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jerry Zaks been nominated for?
Jerry Zaks has been nominated for numerous awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Direction of a Musical at the Drama League Awards for "The Music Man", Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Mrs. Doubtfire", and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hello, Dolly!" He has also received nominations for Best Director at the Tony Awards for productions such as "Smokey Joe's Cafe", "Guys and Dolls", and "Anything Goes". Additionally, Zaks has been recognized with nominations for Outstanding Director of a Play at various award ceremonies for productions like "The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial", "Six Degrees of Separation", and "Lend Me a Tenor". His talent has garnered nominations across a wide range of categories, showcasing his versatility and skill in both musicals and plays.
What awards has Jerry Zaks won?
Jerry Zaks has won several awards throughout his career, including Best Director - Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," Best Direction of a Musical from the Tony Awards for "Guys and Dolls," Best Direction of a Play from the Tony Awards for "Six Degrees of Separation," Outstanding Director - Play from the Drama Desk Awards for "Lend Me a Tenor," Best Direction of a Play from the Tony Awards for "Lend Me a Tenor," Best Director from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Anything Goes" and "Wenceslas Square," Outstanding Director - Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for "Anything Goes," Best Direction of a Play from the Tony Awards for "The House of Blue Leaves," Direction from the Obie Awards for "The Foreigner," and Direction from the Obie Awards for "The Marriage of Bette and Boo."
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