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Alex Timbers is a Tony-nominated writer-director and the recipient of Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as two OBIE Awards.

Credits include: The Pee-wee Herman Show, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (also book writer; Drama Desk, Lortel, and OCC Awards, Tony nomination), A Very Merry Unauthorized Pageant (OBIE Award, Garland Award-Best Director), Gutenberg! The Musical! (Drama Desk nom. - Best Director of a Musical), Peter and the Starcatcher (co-director, OBIE Award- Best Director), Hell House (Drama Desk nom. - Unique Theatrical Experience).

Alex was President of the Yale Dramat and is the Artistic Director of downtown company Les Freres Corbusier.

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Alex Timbers Awards and Nominations


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge!


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Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Direction of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge!


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Drama League Awards - 2019 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing

Alex Timbers

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Rocky

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Rocky


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The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Director

Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers , Here Lies Love


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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play

Alex Timbers, Peter and the Starcatcher

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play

Alex Timbers, Peter and the Starcatcher


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Obie Awards - 2011 - Directing

Alex Timbers, Peter And The Starcatcher


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The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Musical

Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Book of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson


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Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Alex Timbers, Gutenberg! The Musica


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Obie Awards - 2004 - Special Citations

Alex Timbers, A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant

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Everything Coming to Max in April

Stream The Debut Of HBO Original Limited Series “The Sympathizer,” Max Original Unscripted Series “Conan O’Brien Must Go,” HBO Original Comedy Special “Alex Edelman: Just For Us,” HBO Original Documentary Series “The Jinx – Part Two” And “The Synanon Fix,” HBO Original Documentaries “Brandy Hellville & The Cult Of Fast Fashion” and more.

Broadway In Richmond To Present SHUCKED, SOME LIKE IT HOT, And More In 2024 Season

Discover the new lineup for the Broadway in Richmond season. From award-winning musicals to captivating dramas, find out what's hitting the stage in Richmond's vibrant theater scene.

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is Coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in April

The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will make its St. Louis debut at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Purchase tickets now!

Broadway Buying Guide: March 18, 2024- THE WHO'S TOMMY Tops the Week

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, March 18, 2024.

OKC Broadway 24/25 Season to Include MOULIN ROUGE, MJ, and More

OKC Broadway has announced their 2024 – 2025 Season. Learn more about the lineup here!

Video: Watch Alex Edelman on Broadway in HBO's JUST FOR US Trailer

After an acclaimed, extended run on Broadway, comedian Alex Edelman brings his solo show JUST FOR US to HBO and Max in an all-new comedy special. Watch the new trailer video for the comedy speicla, which was directed by Tony Award-winner Alex Timbers.

MOULIN ROUGE!, SIX, SHREK & More Set For Broadway San Jose 2024/2025 Season

Broadway San Jose has announced the six productions that will make up the company's 2024/25 season. The season kicks off with the hilarious murder mystery comedy, CLUE (October 29–November 3, 2024), followed by the reimagined production of SHREK THE MUSICAL (December 17–22, 2024).

Broadway Buying Guide: March 11, 2024- DOUBT is Back on Broadway

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, March 11, 2024.

Video: Watch ALEX EDELMAN: JUST FOR US Come to HBO With New Teaser

HBO will debut comedian Alex Edelman’s solo show ALEX EDELMAN: JUST FOR US. Tony Award®-winning director Alex Timbers directed the special, which taped in front of a live audience on Tuesday, August 15 and Wednesday, August 16 at the Hudson Theatre in New York. Watch the video trailer now!

Ricky Rojas Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE!, Plus New Tickets Released

Original Broadway cast member Ricky Rojas will return to the role of Santiago in Moulin Rouge! The Musical beginning Tuesday, March 26 at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Plus a new block of tickets will be released.

FUNNY GIRL, HAMILTON, and More Set For Broadway in Austin 2024-25 Season

Broadway in Austin has announced its upcoming 2024-25 season. The season kicks off with MJ the Musical on October 8, and continues with a total of 7 shows, running through May 2025.

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.

SOME LIKE IT HOT And More Announced for Denver Center for the Performing Arts 2024/25 Season

Get the latest updates on DCPA Broadway's 2024/25 subscription season and newly added attractions. Stay tuned for exciting performances and theatrical experiences coming your way.

Broadway Buying Guide: March 4, 2024- See the New Musicals of the Spring Season

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, March 4, 2024.

Immersive Experience THE VICKY ARCHIVES Premieres This Spring At The Tank

Explore the world of memory and identity in the immersive theater experience, THE VICKY ARCHIVES, premiering this spring at The Tank.

Broadway Buying Guide: February 26, 2024- See the New SWEENEY TODD Cast and More

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 26, 2024.

Review: BEETLEJUICE at Broadway Dallas

Join your friendly neighborhood demon, Beetlejuice, for a few hours of hilarity and horror. Broadway’s BEETLEJUICE is at Music Hall at Fair Park February 20-March 3.

MOULIN ROUGE! Comes to Madison in July

The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Madison at Overture Center. Performances begin Tuesday, July 9 and run through Sunday, July 21 in Overture Hall.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, SHUCKED And More Announced for Tennessee Performing Arts Center's 2024-2025 Broadway Season

Tennessee Center for the Performing Arts has announced the lineup for its 2024-2025 Broadway season, including engagements of Tony Award-winners Moulin Rouge the Musical!, Shucked, MJ The Musical, and Kimberly Akimbo! The season also includes engagements of the touring companies of Peter Pan, Clue, & Juliet, and Mamma Mia!.

Photos: See New Images of Boy George, Courtney Reed and Derek Klena in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL

Get a first look at new images of the current cast of Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. 

Alex Timbers FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Alex Timbers written?

Alex Timbers has written 3 shows including A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant (Conceiver), Boozy (Conceiver), Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (Bookwriter).

What awards has Alex Timbers been nominated for?

Alex Timbers has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Moulin Rouge!" and "Rocky," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Moulin Rouge!," and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Rocky" and "Here Lies Love." He also received accolades such as the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Director at The Lortels for "Here Lies Love," Best Direction of a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards and the Tony Awards for "Peter and the Starcatcher," Directing at the Obie Awards for "Peter And The Starcatcher," Outstanding Musical at The Lortels for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson," Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson," and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson." Additionally, he received nominations for Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Gutenberg! The Musical" and Special Citations at the Obie Awards for "A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant."

What awards has Alex Timbers won?

Alex Timbers has won several awards for his work in Broadway. These awards include Outstanding Director of a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Moulin Rouge!", Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Moulin Rouge!", Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Director at The Lortels for "Here Lies Love", Best Direction of a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Peter and the Starcatcher", Directing at the Obie Awards for "Peter And The Starcatcher", Outstanding Musical at The Lortels for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson", Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson", and Special Citations at the Obie Awards for "A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant".

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