A list of Jewish people in theater. From the beginnings of Broadway, which was pretty much started by the Shubert family, Jews have played a prominent role in establishing the theatre as an art form. Since the establishment of the theatre district, many Jews have appeared in plays as actors, directors, producers and even choreographers. Some of the most famous Jews have worked in the theater in some capacity. You'd be surprised to learn that famous Jewish actors like Billy Crystal, Dustin Hoffman and Woody Allen got their start in plays and musicals. Even Hollywood moguls like Bob and Harvey Weinstein of The Weinstein Company, formerly of MIramax, produced Broadway plays. If that's not enough, even Isaac Mizrahi designed costumes in several plays.
One of the most famous Jewish people in theater is Oscar Hammerstein II. Along with this partner RIchard Rodgers, Hammerstein had a hand in some of the most iconic plays in history and is one of the most important Jews to participate in the theater. As is famed writer and producer Norman Lear.
Some of the most famous Jews have participated in the theater. Barbra Streisand got her start in theater. She was nominated for a Tony for Best Featured Actress for her work in I Can Get It for You Wholesale and Funny Girl.
This is the list of Jewish people in theater. Some of the biggest and brightest Jewish stars have participated in the theater.
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Abe Burrows
Adam Pascal
Alan King
Alla Nazimova
Al Jolson
Al Shean
Andy Kaufman
Anna Held
Anna Sokolow
Arthur Hammerstein