Richard Israel

Richard Israel

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Biography

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Richard, a seasoned actor with 15 years of experience in Los Angeles, has dedicated the last decade to building a career as a theatre director. With a specialization in the development of new musicals, Richard has directed numerous west coast and world premieres at regional theaters across the United States.

His current projects include:

* JEWEL IN THE DESERT, a new musical with book writer David Goldsmith, known for his work on MOTOWN

* A VERY BRADY MUSICAL, a production in collaboration with Lloyd Schwartz, the original series producer

* ROCKET SCIENCE, the winner of the Richard Rodgers Award

* THE MOLLYHOUSE

* THE BABY PROJECT

Notable productions under Richard's direction include:

* VIOLET, which received the LA Stage Alliance Ovation Award for Direction of a Musical

* The world premiere musical HOME STREET HOME

* FLOYD COLLINS, which earned Richard the LA Stage Alliance Ovation Award for Direction and Outstanding Musical

* 110 IN THE SHADE, recognized with the LA Stage Alliance Ovation Award for Outstanding Intimate Musical

* WEST SIDE STORY

* AVENUE Q

* The world premiere of ANITA BRYANT DIED FOR YOUR SINS

Richard has also ventured into film, directing the award-winning musical short film INTO LIGHT. Additionally, he served as the theatrical coordinator for the Emmy award-winning series BIG LITTLE LIES.

Throughout his career, Richard has received numerous accolades, including the LADCC Career Achievement Award for Directing.

Career

2017
Big Little Lies
Big Little Lies as Theatrical Coordinator
2003
The Cooler
The Cooler as Marty Goldfarb
2002
Teddy Bears' Picnic
Teddy Bears' Picnic as Ad Agency Guy
1997
1995
Piranha
Piranha as Dave
1980
New Year's Evil
New Year's Evil as Punker in Car