Indians - Broadway Creative Team

Kopit was an American playwright. He was a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist (Indians and Wings) and a three-time Tony Award nominee: Best Play, Indians (1970); Best Play, Wings (1979); and Best Book of a Musical, for Nine (1982). He won the Vernon Rice Award (now known as the Drama Desk Award) in 1962 for Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mamma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feelin' So Sad and was nominated for another Drama Desk Award in 1979 for Wings. ... read more Gene Frankel was an American director, producer, and teacher, born on May 23, 1923, in Brooklyn, New York. He began his career as a stage actor in the 1940s before transitioning to directing in the 1950s. Frankel was known for his experimental and avant-garde approach to theater, often incorporating multimedia elements into his productions. Frankel's Broadway credits include directing the original production of "The Young Abe Lincoln" in 1961, which starred Frank Langella in his Broadway debut. He also directed "The Chinese Prime Minister" in 1964, which starred Rex Harrison and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play. In addition ... read more James L. Nederlander is President of the Nederlander Organization and son of James M. Nederlander (Chairman). He is the third generation of a family known for owning and operating theatres around the world as well as theatrical productions, cultural presentations and popular music attractions. Current productions include West Side Story, The Addams Family, Next to Normal and Race. Upcoming productions include a live show with magician David Blaine. ... read more Oliver Smith was a Tony Award-winning scenic designer who left an indelible mark on Broadway. Born in Waupun, Wisconsin in 1918, Smith attended the University of Wisconsin before moving to New York City in the early 1940s. He began his career as a dancer and actor, performing in several Broadway shows before transitioning to set design. Smith's first Broadway credit as a scenic designer was for the 1948 production of "High Button Shoes." He quickly became known for his innovative and visually stunning designs, collaborating with some of the biggest names in the theater world. He worked on over 50 Broadway ... read more