Alex Timbers
Director
Born August 7, 1978 in New York City, New York, United States (48 years old)
Theatre
5 Signature Roles4 Principal Houses
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Career Trajectory
Beginning his career in New York's experimental theatre scene, Alex Timbers distinguished himself through visually inventive productions at venues including the Public Theater and New York Theatre Workshop. His breakthrough came with the 2018 Broadway production of Moulin Rouge!, which earned him a Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical and established him as a leading voice in contemporary musical theatre. Since then, he has directed a succession of high-profile Broadway productions—Beetlejuice, Rocky, and Here Lies Love—each showcasing his distinctive approach to immersive, formally adventurous staging.
Career Highlight
Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Moulin Rouge! (2019)
Training & Education
Yale University
Principal Houses
Engagements
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Available Performances
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