Tommy Tune
Birth Place: Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Latest News on Tommy Tune:
Jay Aubrey Jones and Nick Whitehurst Join HERE'S LOVE TO THE MUSIC MAN at 54 Below (Aug 27, 2024)
Interview: Joe Giamalva starring in LIFE IS SHORT AND SO AM I at Jagco Entertainment. (Aug 13, 2024)
KAREN AKERS: WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE Comes To Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea (Aug 11, 2024)
Jay Aubrey Jones and Nick Whitehurst Join HERE'S LOVE TO THE MUSIC MAN at 54 Below (Aug 27, 2024)
Interview: Joe Giamalva starring in LIFE IS SHORT AND SO AM I at Jagco Entertainment. (Aug 13, 2024)
KAREN AKERS: WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE Comes To Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea (Aug 11, 2024)
BIO
Tommy Tune is an American actor, dancer, singer, theatre director, producer, choreographer and a celebrated song & dance man. Over the course of his career, he has won ten Tony Awards, the National Medal of Arts and has his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
In 1965, Tune made his Broadway debut as a performer in the musical Baker Street. His first Broadway directing and choreography credits were for the original production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas in 1978. His direction of Nine The Musical in 1982, which also won the Tony for Best Musical, garnered him his first Tony for direction of a musical. He has gone on to direct and/or choreograph eight Broadway musicals. He directed a new musical titled Turn of the Century, which premiered at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago on September 19, 2008 and closed on November 2, 2008.
Off-Broadway, Tune has directed The Club and Cloud Nine. Tune toured the United States in the Sherman Brothers musical Busker Alley in 1994–1995, and in the stage adaptation of the film Dr. Dolittle in 2006.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1966
Tommy
Ensemble Dancer
Saw Mill Boys (Understudy)
Productions
[Broadway, 1980]
Choreographer
Director/Choreographer
Director
TV Shows
Arrested Development
Argyle Austero
Argyle Austero
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 2015 - Special Tony Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre
Tommy Tune
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - The Helen Hayes Tribute, sponsored by Jaylee Mead
Tommy Tune
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Choreography
Tommy Tune, Tommy Tune: White Tie and Tails
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Tommy Tune, Grand Hotel
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1992 - Best Choreography
Tommy Tune, The Will Rogers Follies
winner
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Choreography
Tommy Tune, The Will Rogers Follies
winner
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Direction of a Musical
Tommy Tune, The Will Rogers Follies
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1990 - Best Director
Tommy Tune, Grand Hotel
winner
Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Choreography
Tommy Tune, Grand Hotel
Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Choreography
Tommy Tune, Grand Hotel
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Tommy Tune, Grand Hotel
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1984 - Special Award
Tommy Tune, My One and Only
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Choreography
Tommy Tune, My One and Only
winner
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Choreography
Tommy Tune, My One and Only
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Direction of a Musical
Tommy Tune, My One and Only
winner
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Tommy Tune, My One and Only
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Tommy Tune, Nine
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Tommy Tune, Cloud 9
Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Choreography
Tommy Tune, Nine
winner
Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Direction of a Musical
Tommy Tune, Nine
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Choreography
Tommy Tune, A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1980 - Best Direction and Choreography
Tommy Tune, A Day in Hollywod / A Night in the Ukraine
winner
Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Choreography
Tommy Tune , A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine
Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Direction of a Musical
Tommy Tune, A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine
Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Choreography
Tommy Tune, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Choreography
Tommy Tune, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Tommy Tune, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Tommy Tune, The Club
winner
Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Tommy Tune, Seesaw
Videos
Video: Jeff Calhoun Opens Up About His Most Personal Project- A COMPLICATED WOMAN
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - May 14, 2024
Video: Go Inside the Tommy Tune Awards 2024 at Theatre Under the Stars
by Joshua Wright - Apr 4, 2024
Exclusive: Go Inside Rehearsals for the GRAND HOTEL 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024
Video: Preview the Costumes of 'The Wondrous Willa Kim' at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2023
VIDEO: 'Put On Your Sunday Clothes' From HELLO, DOLLY! Featured in New Google Ad
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2021
VIDEO Special: Broadway Celebrates the Legacy of the Late, Great Ann Reinking
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jan 23, 2021
BWW Flashback: Ann Reinking Recounts Memories of Her Career as One of Broadway's Most Legendary Dancers
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 15, 2020
Broadway Rewind: GRAND HOTEL Returns with James Snyder, Brandon Uranowitz and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 21, 2020
VIDEO: Living Legend Ann Reinking Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jul 28, 2020
VIDEO: Adam Rothenberg Takes Part in Richard Skipper's #StayHome Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2020
VIDEO: Susan Egan Sings Cut Song From HERCULES at Broadway Princess Party
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2020
VIDEO: Chita Rivera, Joel Grey, Harvey Fierstein & More Reflect on Memories of Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2018
VIDEO: Kara Lindsay Stars in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at Broadway Music Circus
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2018
News
Jay Aubrey Jones and Nick Whitehurst Join HERE'S LOVE TO THE MUSIC MAN at 54 Below
54 Below will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson, with newly added appearances by Broadway’s Jay Aubery Jones, and Nick Whitehurst, Executive Director of The Music Man Square.
54 Below will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson, with newly added appearances by Broadway’s Jay Aubery Jones, and Nick Whitehurst, Executive Director of The Music Man Square.
Interview: Joe Giamalva starring in LIFE IS SHORT AND SO AM I at Jagco Entertainment.
Living in Palm Springs sitting down with Broadway gypsy Joe Giamalva who has played in many arenas from stage to screen as a sought-after actor/dancer/producer. He also entertained several generations of television viewers on Saturday morning children’s classics H.R. PufnStuf, Land Of The Lost, and Disney Channel favorites. Joe is working on a brand new one-man show about his life and career.
Living in Palm Springs sitting down with Broadway gypsy Joe Giamalva who has played in many arenas from stage to screen as a sought-after actor/dancer/producer. He also entertained several generations of television viewers on Saturday morning children’s classics H.R. PufnStuf, Land Of The Lost, and Disney Channel favorites. Joe is working on a brand new one-man show about his life and career.
KAREN AKERS: WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE Comes To Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea
Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea will present Karen Akers: Water Under the Bridge, Saturday, August 17, 7:30PM at LTV Studios in East Hampton. Karen Akers looks back at her life and career through story and song, with musical direction by Alex Rybeck.
Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea will present Karen Akers: Water Under the Bridge, Saturday, August 17, 7:30PM at LTV Studios in East Hampton. Karen Akers looks back at her life and career through story and song, with musical direction by Alex Rybeck.
TAP DANCING WITH MY PRONOUNS: THE HE/SHE LIFE OF RICHARD GREENE Comes To BRAVA! For Women in the Arts
It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s the award winning Lynne Jassem in “Tap Dancing with my Pronouns: The He/She Life of Richard Greene” at San Francisco’s acclaimed BRAVA! For Women in the Arts (2781 24th Street in SF’s Mission District).
It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s the award winning Lynne Jassem in “Tap Dancing with my Pronouns: The He/She Life of Richard Greene” at San Francisco’s acclaimed BRAVA! For Women in the Arts (2781 24th Street in SF’s Mission District).
54 Below to Present HERE'S LOVE TO THE MUSIC MAN Celebration of Meredith Willson
54 BELOW will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson. Learn how to purchase tickets.
54 BELOW will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson. Learn how to purchase tickets.
102 Student Nominees Announced for the 15th Annual Jimmy Awards
The Broadway League Foundation has just announced the 102 nominees who will be arriving to New York City for the 15th annual Jimmy Awards. We have the full list!
The Broadway League Foundation has just announced the 102 nominees who will be arriving to New York City for the 15th annual Jimmy Awards. We have the full list!
Photos: Singer/Actress Karen Akers Returns to Birdland
Birdland was thrilled to once again present singer/actress Karen Akers at the iconic club on Monday, May 27.
Birdland was thrilled to once again present singer/actress Karen Akers at the iconic club on Monday, May 27.
Heidi Blickenstaff, Alex Edelman, and More Receive Elliot Norton Awards; Full List
Awards were presented tonight in 37 categories including outstanding actors, directors, designers, choreographers, musicians, productions and 4 visiting productions by the Boston Theater Critics Association (BTCA) at the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards ceremony, held at the Huntington Theatre in Boston.
Awards were presented tonight in 37 categories including outstanding actors, directors, designers, choreographers, musicians, productions and 4 visiting productions by the Boston Theater Critics Association (BTCA) at the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards ceremony, held at the Huntington Theatre in Boston.
Interview: Spencer Liff's Passionate About REEFER MADNESS: THE MUSICAL & Playing It Forward
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the original Reefer Madness, a new revised version Reefer Madness the Musical will open May 30, 2024 at The Whitney. I talked to director/choreographer Spencer Liff during the early days of rehearsals, so casting hadn’t been finalized. Members of the original creative team reuniting to produce are: actors Kristen Bell, Christian Campbell and Alan Cumming, creators Kevin Murphy and Dan Studney, Andy Fickman, who directed 2005's Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical, and America Olivo Campbell.
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the original Reefer Madness, a new revised version Reefer Madness the Musical will open May 30, 2024 at The Whitney. I talked to director/choreographer Spencer Liff during the early days of rehearsals, so casting hadn’t been finalized. Members of the original creative team reuniting to produce are: actors Kristen Bell, Christian Campbell and Alan Cumming, creators Kevin Murphy and Dan Studney, Andy Fickman, who directed 2005's Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical, and America Olivo Campbell.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Bette On It! with Kevin Winkler
In this video, I am joined by author, editor, librarian and former performer, Kevin Winkler, to talk all about his extensive career as an author and literary historian. He shares about his love for Bette Midler, and what led him to publish his third biographical book, 'On Bette Midler: An Opinionated Guide.'
In this video, I am joined by author, editor, librarian and former performer, Kevin Winkler, to talk all about his extensive career as an author and literary historian. He shares about his love for Bette Midler, and what led him to publish his third biographical book, 'On Bette Midler: An Opinionated Guide.'
Video: Jeff Calhoun Opens Up About His Most Personal Project- A COMPLICATED WOMAN
John Kenley was a theatre impresario who brought Hollywood stars like Gene Kelly and Ann Miller to Ohio’s summer stock stages. But when summer ended, he wintered in Florida where John disappeared… and Jean came to life. A Complicated Woman is a new musical that features a Golden Age score and a gender-diverse cast. Watch as Jeff Calhoun chats more about the exciting new project in this video!
John Kenley was a theatre impresario who brought Hollywood stars like Gene Kelly and Ann Miller to Ohio’s summer stock stages. But when summer ended, he wintered in Florida where John disappeared… and Jean came to life. A Complicated Woman is a new musical that features a Golden Age score and a gender-diverse cast. Watch as Jeff Calhoun chats more about the exciting new project in this video!
Birdland Jazz Presents The Return Of Karen Akers In WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE This Month
Acclaimed vocalist and actress, Karen Akers, returns to Birdland with her popular show, WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE, on May 27.
Acclaimed vocalist and actress, Karen Akers, returns to Birdland with her popular show, WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE, on May 27.
Previews: BEING RICHARD GREENE at The Revolution Stage Company
It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s BEING RICHARD GREENE, a laugh-‘til-you cry intimate exploration of one “person’s” intimate journey of gender identity.
It’s a boy! It’s a girl! No, it’s BEING RICHARD GREENE, a laugh-‘til-you cry intimate exploration of one “person’s” intimate journey of gender identity.
Photos: Chip Zien Honored With Caricature at Sardi's
The stars came out at the iconic Sardi’s restaurant in Times Square on Thursday night to honor the legendary Chip Zien, star of the Barry Manilow & Bruce Sussman musical, “Harmony.” Check out photos here!
The stars came out at the iconic Sardi’s restaurant in Times Square on Thursday night to honor the legendary Chip Zien, star of the Barry Manilow & Bruce Sussman musical, “Harmony.” Check out photos here!
Heidi Blickenstaff, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY And More Honored At 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards
Discover the winners of the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards, celebrating excellence in the Boston theater scene. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's latest news.
Discover the winners of the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards, celebrating excellence in the Boston theater scene. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's latest news.
Theatre Under The Stars Leading Ladies Luncheon Raises Over $115,000
Theatre Under The Stars hosted its annual Leading Ladies Luncheon on April 5 at Houston’s renowned Tony’s on Richmond Ave. Learn more about the event!
Theatre Under The Stars hosted its annual Leading Ladies Luncheon on April 5 at Houston’s renowned Tony’s on Richmond Ave. Learn more about the event!
Video: Go Inside the Tommy Tune Awards 2024 at Theatre Under the Stars
The 2024 Tommy Tune Awards were held on March 28 at 7 p.m. at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. The Tommy Tune Awards (TTA) Program celebrates the educational value, artistry and community of high school musical theatre in the Greater Houston Area.
The 2024 Tommy Tune Awards were held on March 28 at 7 p.m. at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. The Tommy Tune Awards (TTA) Program celebrates the educational value, artistry and community of high school musical theatre in the Greater Houston Area.
Feature: Meet 54 Below's Newest Board Members
54 Below recently welcomed six new members to their distinguished board of directors. We asked them a few questions to get to know them a bit better. Meet James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan!
54 Below recently welcomed six new members to their distinguished board of directors. We asked them a few questions to get to know them a bit better. Meet James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 20, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Marissa Jaret Winokur to Moderate Talk Back/Q&A for Author Stan Zimmerman at the Drama Bookshop
Tony award winner, Marissa Jaret Winokur, will moderate a Talk Back/Q&A for author Stan Zimmerman Tuesday, April 16th 7:30pm ET.
Tony award winner, Marissa Jaret Winokur, will moderate a Talk Back/Q&A for author Stan Zimmerman Tuesday, April 16th 7:30pm ET.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Tommy Tune been in?
Tommy Tune has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Tommy Tune been in?
Tommy Tune has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Tommy Tune's first West End show?
Tommy Tune's first West End show was Mack & Mabel which opened in 1988
What awards has Tommy Tune been nominated for?
Tommy Tune has received numerous nominations and awards throughout his career. He has been nominated for the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre, as well as The Helen Hayes Tribute, sponsored by Jaylee Mead (Helen Hayes Awards). His work in Outstanding Choreography has earned him nominations at the Drama Desk Awards for Tommy Tune: White Tie and Tails, and for Grand Hotel. He has also been nominated for Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for Grand Hotel, and for Best Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Will Rogers Follies. At the Tony Awards, Tune has been nominated for Best Choreography and Best Direction of a Musical for The Will Rogers Follies, as well as for Best Choreography for Grand Hotel. He received nominations for Outstanding Choreography and Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Grand Hotel. Additionally, he was nominated for a Special Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for My One and Only, where he also received nominations for Outstanding Choreography, Best Choreography, Best Direction of a Musical, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards. Tune's accolades also include nominations for Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Nine, and Outstanding Director of a Play for Cloud 9. He has been nominated for Best Choreography and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Nine, as well as for Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine. He received nominations for Best Direction and Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production. Furthermore, he has been nominated for Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine, and for The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. He has also received nominations for Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and for Outstanding Director - Musical for The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and The Club. Lastly, he was nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Seesaw.
What awards has Tommy Tune won?
Tommy Tune has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. He has been honored with the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre. Additionally, he received The Helen Hayes Tribute, sponsored by Jaylee Mead, from the Helen Hayes Awards. His work in choreography earned him the Outstanding Choreography award from the Drama Desk Awards for Tommy Tune: White Tie and Tails. He won the Tony Awards for Best Choreography for The Will Rogers Follies and Grand Hotel, as well as for My One and Only. Tune also received the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for The Will Rogers Follies and for Nine. His accolades include the Outstanding Director - Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for Grand Hotel and Nine, as well as Outstanding Director of a Play for Cloud 9. He was recognized with a Special Award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for My One and Only and received the Outstanding Choreography award from the Drama Desk Awards for both My One and Only and A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine. He also won the Best Direction and Choreography award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine. Lastly, he received the Outstanding Director - Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for Seesaw.
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