Trained as an actor, he was an outstanding director of other players, especially actresses.

In 1996, he won the Obie Award for outstanding director.

Ms. Thompson was also honored as outstanding musical director.

Then, the same day, the Directors Guild of America gave him its award as outstanding new director.

Trophies were also awarded to an outstanding student accompanist and outstanding director.

In 1999, Board Alert named him one of the year's Outstanding Directors.

In 2011, he was recognized by the Outstanding Directors Exchange for his significant boardroom contributions.

Ms. Zimmerman was also named outstanding director.

Gielgud was also an outstanding director.

The award was created to recognize an outstanding director or choreographer who is transforming the regional arts landscape through his singular creativity and artistry in theater.