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Broadway: Disney's The Little Mermaid (2008 Tony Award Nomination - Best Score, Grammy Nomination - Best Cast Album). West End: Sister Act the Musical (2009), Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies (2010, Olivier Nomination - Best Musical). Regional: Leap of Faith (Ahmanson Theatre, Los Angeles, 2010). Off-Broadway: Newyorkers (Manhattan Theatre Club, 2001, Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle nominations). Film: Disney's Home On The Range (2004), Disney's Tangled (2010, Oscar and Golden Globe Nominations - Best Song).

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Glenn Slater Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)

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Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lyrics

Glenn Slater, School of Rock

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Glenn Slater, School of Rock-The Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lyrics

Glenn Slater, Sister Act

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Glenn Slater, Sister Act

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

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- 1996 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

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Lee Mead Will Join SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL and Ruth Jones Extends Run


The producers of the award-winning production of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL have announced that stage and screen talent Lee Mead will star as Eddie Souther from Monday 10 June 2024. Following her acclaimed return to London's West End, Ruth Jones will now also extend her run as Mother Superior until Saturday 3 August 2024.

The ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Fest Returns To The Wallis Annenberg Center For The Performing Arts


Catch the second year of The ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Fest at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts from May 14 - 21.

Casey Donovan to Star as Deloris Van Cartier in SISTER ACT Musical in Australia


Casey Donovan has been confirmed to lead the cast of the most heavenly of musicals, Sister Act, when it opens at the Capitol Theatre in Sydney from August and the Regent Theatre in Melbourne from November.

Argyle Theater Announces The Cast And Creatives For A BRONX TALE


Get the latest updates on the cast and creatives for A BRONX TALE at Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE, starting April 25, 2024.

Steppenwolf's PURPOSE & More Lead Chicago's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows


Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2024 include Steppenwolf's Purpose, Lyric Opera of Chicago's AIDA and more.

TAKE THE LEAD World Premiere & More Set for Paper Mill Playhouse 2024-25 Season


Paper Mill Playhouse has unveiled its 2024–2025 season. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL, Dominion Theatre


Sister Act The Musical’s tagline is “A Divine Musical Comedy” but whether the gods were for or against the film or this later version is debatable.

Photos: First Look at LOVE NEVER DIES at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre


LOVE NEVER DIES, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sequel to The Phantom of the Opera in a brand new production by West Bromwich Operatic Society, WBOS, is at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Wednesday 1 – Saturday 4 May. Check out all new photos here!

Listen: Beverley Knight Sings 'Fabulous, Baby!' From SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL


An all new track has been released from Sister Act the Musical, 'Fabulous, Baby!', performed by Beverley Knight. Listen to the song here!

Photos: First Look at SISTER ACT at the Dominion Theatre


All new photos have been released from SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL at the Dominion Theatre. Check out the photos here!

John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Jared Grimes & More Join The Muny's 106th Season


The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers and music directors for its 2024 season. Learn about the shows this season and see how to purchase tickets!

Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to Springer Theatre


The Springer Theatre will present Disney's The Little Mermaid, opening this week. The classic story of dreams, love, family, and friendship opens on the Springer's Mainstage Friday, March 8, at 7:30 p.m.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL


All new photos have been released of Beverley Knight, Ruth Jones, Lesley Joseph and the cast of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL in rehearsals. Check out the photos here!

Starlight Theatre Announces Broadway 3-Show Packages


Discover the exciting Broadway 3-Show Packages announced by Starlight Theatre.

Full Cast Set for SISTER ACT at the Dominion Theatre


The producers of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL have revealed the full casting for the run at the Dominion Theatre from 15 March to 8 June 2024.  Find out who is starring in the show here!

Full Cast and Creative Team Set for Regional Premiere of A BRONX TALE at Surging Films & Theatrics


The full cast and creative team has been revealed for Surging Films & Theatrics 2024 regional theater premiere of A Bronx Tale at The Edge Theater.

Stage Version of Disney's TANGLED Is In the Works


A developmental workshop of Tangled is underway, with Disney Theatrical exploring a stage version of the 2010 animated film.

Larry Owens, Veronica Mansour & More to Receive 2023 Jonathan Larson Grants


The American Theatre Wing has revealed the recipients of the 2023 Jonathan Larson Grant. Learn more about the grant and the winners here.

Jennifer Morrison to Lead All-Women Cast of THE PENELOPIAD at Goodman Theatre


Goodman Theatre is presenting The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

SISTER ACT Musical to Tour Sydney and Melbourne in 2024


Get ready to sing and dance as the hit musical comedy, Sister Act, makes its Australian debut in Sydney and Melbourne. Don't miss this heavenly production coming to the Capitol Theatre and Regent Theatre in 2024.

Glenn Slater FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Glenn Slater written?

Glenn Slater has written 9 shows including Maggie May (Lyricist), That's Life! (Lyricist), Newyorkers (Lyricist), Sister Act (Lyricist), The Little Mermaid (Lyricist), Leap of Faith (Lyricist), Love Never Dies (Lyricist), School of Rock (Lyrics), A Bronx Tale (Lyrics).

What awards has Glenn Slater been nominated for?

Glenn Slater has been nominated for several prestigious awards in the Broadway industry. These include Outstanding New Score by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "A Bronx Tale," Outstanding Lyrics by the Drama Desk Awards for "School of Rock," Best Original Score at the Tony Awards for "School of Rock-The Musical," Outstanding Lyrics for "Sister Act" at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Original Score for "Sister Act" at the Tony Awards, and Best Original Score for "The Little Mermaid" at the Tony Awards. Slater has also been recognized as the Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.

What awards has Glenn Slater won?

Glenn Slater has won the Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist award for his work.

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