Michael Kahn — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Received a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival for 'The Royal Family' and a Tony Award nomination for Best Direction of a Musical for 'Show Boat'.
Served as Artistic Director of the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C., from 1986 until his retirement in 2019.
Held the position of Richard Rodgers Director of the Drama Division of the Juilliard School from 1992 to 2006.
Founded and became head of The Chautauqua Theater Company in 1983.
Directed acclaimed Broadway productions including 'The Royal Family' (1975–76) and 'Show Boat' (1983).
Received a Bachelor of Arts from Columbia College of Columbia University.

Biography

Michael Kahn is an American theater director and drama educator, widely recognized for his extensive leadership in the performing arts. He served as the Artistic Director of the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C.

, from 1986 until his retirement in 2019. During his tenure, he oversaw the company's growth, including the initiation of its Free For All productions.