Scott Ellis

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Ellis is the Associate Artistic Director of Roundabout Theatre Company. His Broadway credits include She Loves Me (Tony Award nomination, Outer Critics Circle nomination), You Can’t Take It With You (Tony Award nomination, Outer Critics Circle nomination), On the Twentieth Century (Outer Critics Circle nomination), The Elephant Man (Outer Critics Circle nomination), The Mystery Of Edwin Drood (Tony nomination), Harvey, Curtains (Tony nomination), The Little Dog Laughed (Lortel nomination), Twelve Angry Men (Tony nomination), The Man Who Had All The Luck, The Rainmaker, 1776 (Drama Desk, Tony nomination), Company, Steel Pier (Tony nomination), She Loves Me (First Revival, Tony nomination), A Month In The Country, Picnic.
Off-Broadway he worked on Amy and the Orphans, Dada Woof, Papa Hot (LCT), Tom Durnin, Gruesome Playground Injuries, Streamers, Good Boys And True, Entertaining Mr. Sloane, The Waverly Gallery, Flora, The Red Menace (Drama Desk nom), and The World Goes 'Round (Drama Desk Award).
His television work includes "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," HBO's "Divorce," "A Christmas Story Live" (Fox), "Weeds" (EP), "30 Rock" (Emmy nomination, Best Director), "Modern Family."

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Scott Ellis STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 1988
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1984
Lucky

Arnie

Bobby Perillo

Danny

Mrs. Antonelli [Replacement]

Punk

Sugar

Suitor

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Showcase, 1982
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[Off-Broadway]
1980
Gussie/Tribune Reporter

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Sally's Boyfriend

Scott Ellis Productions

 
[Broadway, 2024]
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[Motion Picture, 2017]
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[West End, 2015] [Replacement]
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Writing

Conceiver
Conceiver
Conceiver

Scott Ellis Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Direction of a Play

Scott Ellis, You Can't Take it with You

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Musical

Scott Ellis, The Mystery of Edwin Drood

The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Director

Scott Ellis, The Little Dog Laughed

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Direction of a Play

Scott Ellis, Twelve Angry Men

Drama Desk Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Scott Ellis, A Little Night Music / The World Goes Round

Scott Ellis Videos

Scott Ellis News


Roundabout's Home on Broadway Officially Renamed the Todd Haimes Theatre

The 104-year-old Selwyn Theatre, previously known as the American Airlines Theatre, is now officially named the Todd Haimes Theatre.

Up on the Marquee: DOUBT

Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of John Patrick Shanley’s Tony Award & Pulitzer Prize-winning play Doubt: A Parable begins preview performances on Friday, February 2. Check out photos of the Broadway marquee!

MAESTRO Concert With Bradley Cooper & New York Philharmonic to Play Lincoln Center

Netflix and the New York Philharmonic will present selections of the soundtrack from Bradley Cooper's Maestro performed by Members of the New York Philharmonic, led by Yannick Nézet-Séguin. Following the performance Cooper and Nézet-Séguin will have a side-by-side conversation about Leonard Bernstein's life and legacy.

Video: Tyne Daly, Liev Schreiber & the Company of DOUBT Get Ready for Broadway

In this video, watch as the company of John Patrick Shanley’s Tony Award & Pulitzer Prize-winning play Doubt meet the press!

Roundabout Now Accepting Applications for Directing Fellowship & Directors Group

Roundabout Theatre Company is now accepting applications for two of the institution’s signature Artists-in-Residence programs. Learn details and see how to apply!

Roundabout Theatre Company Reveals 2024 Underground Reading Series

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the 2024 Roundabout Underground Reading Series, a five-night event that includes nightly readings of new works written by emerging artists, with post-show receptions.

Photos: Tyne Daly, Liev Schreiber, and the Cast of DOUBT: A PARABLE Meet the Press

Rehearsals are now underway for Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of John Patrick Shanley’s Doubt: A Parable. BroadwayWorld got to meet the cast and creative team at a recent press event. Check out the photos here!

Roundabout's 2024-2025 Season Will Include New Orleans-Style PIRATES OF PENZANCE with Ramin Karimloo and David Hyde Pierce, YELLOW FACE Starring Daniel Dae Kim, and More

Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced the 2024-2025 season on Broadway and Off-Broadway, including initial casting. Check out all of the details here!

Photos: Go Inside the First Rehearsal for DOUBT: A PARABLE on Broadway

See photos from the first rehearsal of Doubt: A Parable on Broadway!

Kristin Chenoweth to Perform One-Night-Only Special Benefit Concert Celebrating Todd Haimes

Roundabout Theatre Company will present Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Good Theater Presents ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS This January

Good Theater will kick off the new year with the side-splitting comedy ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS by Richard Bean, starring local favorite Dustin Tucker in his Good Theater debut. We have all of the details on the production!

A Guide to the Broadway Actors in MAESTRO; Who Michael Urie, Jordan Dobson & More Play in Bradley Cooper's Leonard Bernstein Film

Bradley Cooper's Maestro is now streaming on Netflix, following the life of composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein. The film delves into the life of the composer, who wrote Broadway classics like West Side Story, On the Town, and Candide. Check out a guide to Broadway stars in Maestro, including Michael Urie, Matt Bomer, Jordan Dobson, and more!

Photos: Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper Reunite at the MAESTRO Premiere; Carey Mulligan, Jonathan Bailey & More Attend

A Star Is Born stars Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper reunited at the Netflix premiere of Maestro. The Los Angeles Special Screening took place at The Academy Museum. Check out photos of director, producer, co-writer, Bradley Cooper and actors Carey Mulligan, Matt Bomer, Maya Hawke, Sarah Silverman, Jonathan Bailey, and more.

Photos: First Look at THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND at Rubicon Theatre

Check out production photos from Rubicon Theatre's production of THE WORLD GOES ‘ROUND, running through December 23, here!

Tituss Burgess, Jane Krakowski, Laura Linney, and More Star in New Audio Plays From Audible

Audible has released a new slate of five Audible Theater titles, which star Broadway talent including Tituss Burgess, Jane Krakowski, Laura Linney, and more. Learn more about the full slate here!

CENTER OF THE YOUNIVERSE & More Set for Audible Theater December Audio Slate

Audible Theater has revealed its December audio slate, featuring five new originals.

The Laura Pels International Foundation for Theater Makes Landmark $2 Million Gift to Roundabout Theatre Company and Reveals New Leadership

The Laura Pels International Foundation for Theater recently made a landmark $2 million gift to Roundabout Theatre Company, fulfilling a pledge made by its founder, Laura Pels, during a special campaign to mark the company’s 50th Anniversary.

Photos: New Look at MAESTRO With Bradley Cooper & Carey Mulligan; In Theaters Now Before Netflix Release

Ahead of the film's Netflix debut, check out new photos of Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan in the film, including shots on set with producer Steven Spielberg. The film also features Gideon Glick, Matt Bomer, Sarah Silverman, Miriam Shor, Maya Hawke, Josh Hamilton, Scott Ellis, Sam Nivola, and Alexa Swinton.

Best Broadway Shows in 2024; What's Coming!

Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2024 and be sure to check back as more engagements are added to the list!

Scott Ellis FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Scott Ellis has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

Scott Ellis has not appeared in the West End.

Scott Ellis has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable nominations include Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "Take Me Out," Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "Tootsie" and "She Loves Me," Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Tootsie," "She Loves Me," "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," "Curtains," and "1776," Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for "The Little Dog Laughed," Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for "You Can't Take it with You" and "Twelve Angry Men," Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "1776," "Steel Pier," and "She Loves Me," Best Director - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "1776," "Steel Pier," and "She Loves Me," Best Director of a Musical (Olivier Awards) for "She Loves Me," Outstanding Director, Non-Resident Play or Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for "World Goes 'Round," and Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "A Little Night Music" and "The World Goes Round."

Scott Ellis has won several awards for his work as a director on Broadway. He received the Outstanding Director - Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for his work on the musical "1776". He also won the Best Director of a Musical award from the Olivier Awards for his direction of "She Loves Me". In addition, Ellis received the Best Director - Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "She Loves Me". He also won the Outstanding Director - Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for his work on "A Little Night Music" and "The World Goes Round".

Scott Ellis has written 3 shows including And the World Goes 'Round (Conceiver), Steel Pier (Conceiver), The Look of Love (Conceiver).

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