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Tom Waits

Birth Place: Pomona, CA, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1987
Performer


Writing

Composer/Lyricist
Composer/Lyricist
Bookwriter

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Music

Tom WaitsThe Black Rider

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Peter Mulvey and Friends Bring Back the Lamplighter Sessions Halloween Weekend at Club Passim
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2025

Costumes, candlelight, improvisation, and even baseball will fuel another year of The Lamplighter Sessions, returning to Club Passim October 30–November 3, 2025.
Gibney Company Up Close Returns To New York Live Arts This Fall With Works By Johan Inger
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2025

Gibney Company, New York City’s creation-based repertory company celebrated for its physicality and humanistic storytelling, will return to New York Live Arts from October 30–November 1, 2025, for its annual Gibney Company Up Close.
Renowned Theatre Artist Robert Wilson Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025

BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of Robert M. Wilson, artist, theater and opera director, architect, set and lighting designer. Learn more about Wilson's life and career here.
Cabaret Roundup: July 28-August 3, 2025- Laverne Cox, Beth Leavel, and More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 28, 2025

Here are a few top entertainment picks to consider this week including plenty of free outdoor summer concerts, Laverne Cox (Orange Is the New Black), Beth Leavel (The Prom and Drowsy Chaperone), and more.
Review: CHRIS GRACE: AS SCARLETT JOHANSSON at Kennedy Center Family Theater
by Peter Rouleau - Jul 13, 2025

'Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson' runs only slightly over an hour, but one leaves with a greater appreciation for our common humanity, regardless of race and gender...and isn't that, after all, the very mission of theatre?
South Jersey Jazz Society Presents JERSEY FRESH Jazz@ThePoint Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2025

South Jersey Jazz Society (SJJS) recently announced that its annual jazz festival, Jazz@ThePoint, will take place from Oct. 16 to 18 in Somers Point. Titled “Jersey Fresh,” the three-day festival will highlight headlining artists that either were born in or currently reside in New Jersey.
Review: JUSTIN VIVIAN BOND: OH WELL at Feinstein's At The Nikko
by Steve Murray - Jun 7, 2025

Before JVB was a sensation in New York City ( Tony-nomination (2007) GLAAD (2000), Obie (2001), Bessie (2004), Ethyl (2007), and a Foundation for Contemporary Arts Grants to Artists (2012) awards, and 2024  MacArthur Fellow), they were a cherished counterculture  icon in San Francisco.
The Royal Ballet Celebrates Youth Dance Talent With NEXT GENERATION FESTIVAL 
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025

The Royal Ballet brings together a host of young dance talent with its Next Generation Festival. This year, the festival will see performances from some of the world’s best junior companies and dance schools, comprising American Ballet Theatre Studio Company, Youth Company of the Finnish National Ballet, Ballet Central, Paris Opera Junior Ballet, Chance to Dance, The Royal Ballet School, English National Ballet School/Rambert School and ZooNation Youth Company . 
Comedian Chris Grace to Bring Two Solo Shows To CSz Philadelphia
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025

CSz Philadelphia, home of the long-running hit ComedySportz, will welcome actor, writer, and comedian Chris Grace (NBC's Superstore, Dropout.tv, Broad City, PEN15) for a two-night engagement. Learn more!
Joaquina Kalukango and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Joaquina Kalukango and more! See the full lineup here!
Steve Nieve to Embark on 'About Love' U.S. Tour with Kessada
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2025

Steve Nieve, best known as the virtuosic keyboardist for Elvis Costello and the Attractions, will embark on an intimate Northeast tour, entitled “About Love,” with rising singer, songwriter, and percussionist Kessada.
BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA Come to NJPAC In December
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025

New Jersey Performing Arts Center will present the Blind Boys of Alabama on Sunday, December 21 at 3PM. In this uplifting holiday show, the GRAMMY-winning gospel legends perform Christmas classics.
See Tom Kitt Featuring Ariana DeBose and More at 54 Below in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. The lineup includes Tom Kitt featuring Ariana DeBose, plus more! 
Ute Lemper Honors Kurt Weill’s 125th Birthday with 'Pirate Jenny' Album
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 25, 2025

Singer and actress Ute Lemper has returned to her artistic roots with Pirate Jenny, a bold electronic reimagining of classics from revolutionary composer Kurt Weill's songbook. Listen to it now!
Interview: Jazz Performer Brian Newman Will Make You Feel Good at Café Carlyle
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 11, 2025

Trumpeter and jazz singer Brian Newman is a nonstop, energetic performer with a style and repertoire that straddles generations. We spoke about his upcoming show on 4/14 at Café Carlyle, his process of developing arrangements to songs, and more.
The Decemberists Unveil 2025 Summer Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025

The Decemberists have announced a short North American Summer Tour. The band will play two Canadian festival dates - Ottawa Blues Festival and Halifax Jazz Festival before headlining a string of Northeast and Midwest shows.
O’DESSA Rock Opera Soundtrack Featuring Sadie Sink Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025

The O'Dessa Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, an electrifying collection of 13 original songs featuring performances by Broadway's Sadie Sink, is available now. Check it out here.
Interview: Kim David Smith Celebrates New Album, MOSTLY MARLENE, at Joe's Pub
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 13, 2025

Kim David Smith, the provocative international singer and actor, will release the new album Mostly Marlene in digital and streaming platforms on 3/21. Smith will celebrate the album’s release with a special New York concert at Joe’s Pub that night.
Review: CAMILLE O’SULLIVAN: LOVE LETTER " ADELAIDE FESTIVAL 2025 at Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - Mar 6, 2025

Let’s hope that we don’t have to wait too long for another visit.
AJ CROCE Comes to the Pantages in October
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2025

Hennepin Arts has announced that BMG recording artist/singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce announces his new forthcoming album, “Heart of the Eternal,” to be released on March 7.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Tom Waits been in?

Tom Waits has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Tom Waits been in?

Tom Waits has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Tom Waits been nominated for?

and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Black Rider .

How many shows has Tom Waits written?

Tom Waits has written 2 shows including Frank's Wild Years (Composer/Lyricist), The Black Rider (Composer/Lyricist).

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