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BIO

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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Productions

All Out: Comedy About Life
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Director
Just in TimeJust in Time
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Director
All In: Comedy About LoveAll In: Comedy About Love
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Director
Gutenberg! The Musical!Gutenberg! The Musical!
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Director
Here Lies LoveHere Lies Love
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Director
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Director
Moulin Rouge!Moulin Rouge!
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Director
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Director
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[West End, 2022]
Director
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[West End, 2021] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
David Byrne's American UtopiaDavid Byrne's American Utopia
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Director
Moulin Rouge!Moulin Rouge!
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Director
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Director
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[Boston, 2018]
Director
Joan of Arc: Into the FireJoan of Arc: Into the Fire
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
Oh, Hello on BroadwayOh, Hello on Broadway
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Director
The Robber BridegroomThe Robber Bridegroom
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Director
Up HereUp Here
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2015]
Director
PermissionPermission
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
Here Lies LoveHere Lies Love
 
[West End, 2014]
Director
RockyRocky
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Director
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Director
Here Lies LoveHere Lies Love
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Director
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Director
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Director
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Director
The Pee-wee Herman ShowThe Pee-wee Herman Show
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Director
Bloody Bloody Andrew JacksonBloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Director
Bloody Bloody Andrew JacksonBloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Director
Gutenberg! The Musical!
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Director
Director
Jersey BoysJersey Boys
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Second Assistant Director
Boozy
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Director

Writing

Boozy
Conceiver
Playwright
Just in Time
Developed by

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Just in Time

Drama League Awards - 2025 - OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A MUSICAL

Alex Timbers, Just in Time

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Gutenberg! The Musical!


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

Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge!


winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Direction of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge!


winner
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


winner
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


winner
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


winner
Obie Awards - 2011 - Directing

Alex Timbers, Peter And The Starcatcher


winner
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


winner
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


winner
Obie Awards - 2004 - Special Citations

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

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JUST IN TIME Stars Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH M Photo
JUST IN TIME Stars Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - May 2, 2025

Tune in to Late Night with Seth Meyers on Tuesday, May 6 to see the Tony-nominated stars of Just in Time, Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence, on the show.
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Stars Solea Pfeiffer & Jordan Fisher Perform 'Your Song' on TODA Photo
Video: MOULIN ROUGE! Stars Solea Pfeiffer & Jordan Fisher Perform 'Your Song' on TODAY
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

Broadway actors Jordan Fisher and Solea Pfeiffer stopped by Studio 1A to perform “Your Song” from “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” as part of the Citi Concert Series on TODAY. Watch video of their performance. 
2025 Tony Awards- The Nominees React Photo
2025 Tony Awards- The Nominees React
by Robert Diamond - May 1, 2025

Tonys time is here at last! The nominations for the 78th Annual Tony Awards were announced this morning by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce. Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!
MJ, MAMMA MIA and More Set for Broadway Across Canada 2025-26 Season Photo
MJ, MAMMA MIA and More Set for Broadway Across Canada 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2025

Broadway Across Canada has unveiled its 2025 - 2026 Broadway season at Edmonton’s prestigious Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more and see how to attend!
2025 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List Photo
2025 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2025

Nominations for the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced. This year’s awards, hosted by Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess, will be held on Sunday, June 1 at 6:15pm at NYU Skirball  Check out the full list here!
Interview: Shannon Lewis Says Choreographing JUST IN TIME Was a 'Like a Big Sandbox t Photo
Interview: Shannon Lewis Says Choreographing JUST IN TIME Was a 'Like a Big Sandbox to Play In'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2025

BroadwayWorld spoke with Just In Time choreographer Shannon Lewis about working with Jonathan Groff and more. Read the full interview here and learn more about the show.
Video: Jonathan Groff and the JUST IN TIME Cast Perform 'Beyond the Sea' on THE LATE Photo
Video: Jonathan Groff and the JUST IN TIME Cast Perform 'Beyond the Sea' on THE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025

Tony Award-winner Jonathan Groff and the Broadway company of “Just In Time” recently stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to perform “Beyond the Sea” from the new musical based on the career of Bobby Darin. Check out the video here!
Video: Watch Jonathan Groff Teach Bobby Darin's Dances on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK Photo
Video: Watch Jonathan Groff Teach Bobby Darin's Dances on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 28, 2025

On Monday, Tony Award-winner Jonathan Groff joined Live with Kelly and Mark to chat about his new Broadway show Just in Time and show off some of his dance moves in the show. Watch the video now!
Video: JUST IN TIME Celebrates Opening Night Photo
Video: JUST IN TIME Celebrates Opening Night
by Joey Mervis - Apr 28, 2025

The music of Bobby Darin plays on at the Circle in the Square Theatre, where Just In Time just celebrated its opening night. Watch in this video as we take you inside opening night with the whole cast!
Video: Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence Sing Acoustic-ish 'My First Real Love' Photo
Video: Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence Sing Acoustic-ish 'My First Real Love'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025

The band Lawrence has released an “acoustic-ish” version of “My First Real Love,” a song made famous by Connie Francis. The song features Jonathan Groff. Watch the video here!
JUST IN TIME Releases New Block Of Tickets Photo
JUST IN TIME Releases New Block Of Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025

A new block of tickets for the Broadway musical JUST IN TIME starring Tony Award Winner Jonathan Groff is now on sale for performances through Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Review Roundup: JUST IN TIME Opens on Broadway Starring Jonathan Groff Photo
Review Roundup: JUST IN TIME Opens on Broadway Starring Jonathan Groff
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2025

Tony Award-winner Jonathan Groff. brings show business legend Bobby Darin to thrilling life in the new Broadway spectacle, JUST IN TIME, opening tonight at Circle in the Square Theatre.
Photos: Jonathan Groff and More in New JUST IN TIME Images Photo
Photos: Jonathan Groff and More in New JUST IN TIME Images
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025

You can now check out new production photos for the Broadway musical JUST IN TIME starring Tony Award Winner Jonathan Groff. See photos here and learn more about the show!
Jonathan Groff to Visit LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK Next Week Photo
Jonathan Groff to Visit LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2025

Tune in to Live With Kelly and Mark next week to see Jonathan Groff talk all things Just in Time. The Tony Award winner will stop by the talk show on Monday, April 28, to chat about the new musical.
Photos: Daniel Radcliffe, Lin-Manuel Miranda and More on the JUST IN TIME Red Carpet Photo
Photos: Daniel Radcliffe, Lin-Manuel Miranda and More on the JUST IN TIME Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 24, 2025

The new musical Just in Time starring Tony Award Winner Jonathan Groff is officially open on Broadway! Check out photos of stars on the opening night red carpet, including Daniel Radcliffe, Lin-Manuel Miranda and more. 
See Jonathan Groff, Alex Timbers and More in Conversation at 92NY Photo
See Jonathan Groff, Alex Timbers and More in Conversation at 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

The 92nd Street Y will present Jonathan Groff, the Tony Award-winning star of Broadway’s new Bobby Darin musical Just in Time, in conversation with Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, who developed and directs. Learn how to attend.
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List Photo
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
Video: Watch Gracie Lawrence Perform 'Who's Sorry Now' From JUST IN TIME Photo
Video: Watch Gracie Lawrence Perform 'Who's Sorry Now' From JUST IN TIME
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 18, 2025

Just in Time star Gracie Lawrence recently took the stage at The Kelly Clarkson Show to perform Who's Sorry Now as part of Clarkson's ongoing Cameo-oke series. Watch the performance!
Breaking Down the 2024/25 Broadway Season Photo
Breaking Down the 2024/25 Broadway Season
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 18, 2025

In just days (April 27), the 2024/25 Broadway season will officially come to a close, and what a season it has been! Audiences have enjoyed a ton of exciting performances over the past twelve months, and with awards season now upon us, we're looking back at how this year's productions add up and compare to seasons past. 
Video: Jordan Fisher and Solea Pfeiffer Perform 'Your Song' From MOULIN ROUGE! on TOD Photo
Video: Jordan Fisher and Solea Pfeiffer Perform 'Your Song' From MOULIN ROUGE! on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 18, 2025

On Friday morning, Moulin Rouge! stars Jordan Fisher and Solea Pfeiffer visited TODAY to perform from the hit musical. The duo, who previously shared the stage in Hadestown, took the stage to sing 'Your Song.' Watch the performance!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Alex Timbers written?

Alex Timbers has written 4 shows including A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant (Conceiver), Boozy (Conceiver), Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (Bookwriter), Just in Time (Developed by).

What awards has Alex Timbers been nominated for?

Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for Gutenberg! The Musical!, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Rocky, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Rocky, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Here Lies Love, Best Direction of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher , Directing (Obie Awards) for Peter And The Starcatcher, Outstanding Musical (The Lortels) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Gutenberg! The Musica and Special Citations (Obie Awards) for A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant.

What awards has Alex Timbers won?

Alex Timbers has won several prestigious awards, including: - Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moulin Rouge! - Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge! - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards) - Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Here Lies Love - Best Direction of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher - Directing (Obie Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher - Outstanding Musical (The Lortels) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson - Special Citations (Obie Awards) for A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant.

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