Disney's Thomas Schumacher Takes on New Broadway Role
The longtime head of the company’s theater operations is becoming the division’s chief creative officer, relinquishing his role overseeing its business operations.
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The longtime head of the company’s theater operations is becoming the division’s chief creative officer, relinquishing his role overseeing its business operations.
Thomas Schumacher's longtime reign atop the business operations of Disney Theatrical Group saw the division become a major player on Broadway and in the nation's regional theaters, with such powerhouse productions as The Lion King and Aladdin becoming longrunning and touring stage staples...
The move will see the longtime president and producer relinquishing his duties overseeing the organization's business operations.
Thomas Schumacher will step down as President & Producer of Disney Theatrical Productions to take on a new role as the Chief Creative Officer.
Andrew Flatt and Anne Quart will take over as joint executive vice presidents of the division overseeing Broadway hits like 'The Lion King.'