James Lapine

Award-Winning Playwright, Director, and Screenwriter; Pulitzer Prize-Winner for "Sunday in the Park with George"; NYT Bestselling Author

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James Lapine Biography

Winner of three Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize, James Lapine is a distinguished playwright, director, and screenwriter. Renowned for his collaborations with Stephen Sondheim, he wrote and directed "Sunday in the Park with George," "Into the Woods," and "Passion," and also crafted the multi-media review "Sondheim on Sondheim." Additionally, he co-produced and directed the HBO documentary "Six by Sondheim," earning both an Emmy nomination and a Peabody Award. His directorial prowess extends to the film adaptations of "Into the Woods" and "Custody." A versatile figure in theater, Lapine has directed numerous Broadway and off-Broaday productions and is known for the Tony Award-winning "Falsettos."

An instant New York Times bestseller, Lapine's book "Putting it Together: How Stephen Sondheim and I Created Sunday in the Park with George" delves into the intricate collaborative and creative process behind their Pulitzer Prize-winning musical. His recognition in the field is further highlighted by his induction into the Theater Hall of Fame in 2011, coupled with the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers award in 2015 for a lifetime of exceptional achievement in the theatre.

Currently, Lapine is engaged in several impactful projects. He is completing a documentary titled "In the Company of Rose," based on Rose Styron, and his latest Broadway production, "Flying Over Sunset," is set to premiere at Lincoln Center Theater. Over the past twenty years, he has also been a mentor for TDF's Wendy Wasserstein Project, shaping the next generation of theater professionals.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 07/02/2024.

James Lapine Speaking Topics

  • ‘Putting it Together’: The Art of Collaboration

    Inspired by his New York Times bestselling book Putting it Together: How Stephen Sondheim and I Created Sunday in the Park with George, James Lapine shares creative insights from his legendary career on Broadway. Lapine speaks with eloquence and expertise about the creative process and allowing our collaborations to be transformative – elevating our work, and ourselves, to new heights.

  • A Conversation with James Lapine

    Three-time Tony Award-winning writer, director, and Broadway legend James Lapine is a devoted student of humanity, enriching conversations with insatiable curiosity, humor, and poignant observations on art and life. Creator and collaborator on some of the most iconic Broadway musicals, Lapine shares star-studded stories and creative insights with enraptured audiences.

  • Creativity & Collaboration with James Lapine

    Three-time Tony Award-winning writer, director, and Broadway legend James Lapine speaks with eloquence and expertise about the creative process and allowing our collaborations to be transformative – elevating our work, and ourselves, to new heights. In striking multi-media presentations utilizing video and images from his shows, Lapine offers dynamic insights about maximizing the creativity on our teams, in our businesses, and in our personal lives, perfectly tailored for individual audiences.

James Lapine Videos

  • About the Work: James Lapine | School of Drama
    Part of the Guest Artist series at School of Drama, The New School.Through Company Residencies, Workshops and About the Work interviews School of...
  • James Lapine & Lisa Kron
    James Lapine talks about writing and directing in a conversation with Lisa Kron for The Legacy Project: Volume III.

James Lapine Books

  • Putting It Together: How Stephen Sondheim and I Created
    Putting It Together: How Stephen Sondheim and I Created "Sunday in the Park with George"

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James Lapine is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as ‘Putting it Together’: The Art of Collaboration, A Conversation with James Lapine and Creativity & Collaboration with James Lapine. The estimated speaking fee range to book James Lapine for your event is available upon request. James Lapine generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are George C. Wolfe, Keenan Scott II, Emerald Fennell, Diane Guerrero and Rex Pickett. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling James Lapine for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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