Adam Guettel
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Adam Guettel:
Tony-Winner Kelli O'Hara To Receive 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award (Sep 4, 2024)
TRU To Host Community Gathering Via Zoom - Way Way Off-Broadway: The Thriving Philadelphia Theater Scene (Aug 30, 2024)
Regional Premiere of THE HOMBRES Comes to Gloucester Stage (Aug 14, 2024)
Tony-Winner Kelli O'Hara To Receive 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award (Sep 4, 2024)
TRU To Host Community Gathering Via Zoom - Way Way Off-Broadway: The Thriving Philadelphia Theater Scene (Aug 30, 2024)
Regional Premiere of THE HOMBRES Comes to Gloucester Stage (Aug 14, 2024)
BIO
iAdam Guettel is a composer/lyricist. Theatre includes The Light In the Piazza (2005; Tony Award for Best Original Score; Grammy Award nomination for Best Musical Theater Album; cast album on Nonesuch Records), Floyd Collins (1996 at Playwrights Horizons; Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical, Obie Award for Best Music; cast album on Nonesuch Records), and Saturn Returns (1998 at The Public Theater; recorded by Nonesuch Records as Myths and Hymns). Other awards include the Stephen Sondheim Award (1990), the ASCAP New Horizons Award (1997), and the American Composers Orchestra Award (2005). He received an honorary doctorate from Lehman College in 2007.
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Angelisa Gillyard, Craig Lucas, Adam Guettel,
Olivia Hernandez, Byron Jennings, Nicole Ferguson,
Kelcey Watson, Sharon Catherine Brown, Ella Dane Morgan,
Kelli O’Hara, Scarlett Unger, Brian d’Arcy James, Ted Koch,
Bill English, David Jennings, and Steven Booth,
Michael Grief, Connor Schwantes, and Karla Puno Garcia
Date:
04/18/2023
From: Photos: See Kelli O'Hara, Brian d'Arcy James & More in Rehearsals for DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES
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The Cast of One Enchanted Evening including Steve Bakunas, Linda Lavin, Billy Stritch, Lauren Ambrose, Adam Guettel, Victoria Clark, Mary Beth Piel, Kristin Chenoweth, James Naughton, Karen Ziemba and Norm Lewis
Date:
06/22/2010
From: Photo Coverage: Chenoweth, O'Hara et al. in 'One Enchanted Evening' Benefit
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The Cast of One Enchanted Evening including Steve Bakunas, Linda Lavin, Billy Stritch, Lauren Ambrose, Adam Guettel, Victoria Clark, Mary Beth Piel, Kristin Chenoweth, James Naughton, Karen Ziemba and Norm Lewis
Date:
06/22/2010
From: Photo Coverage: Chenoweth, O'Hara et al. in 'One Enchanted Evening' Benefit
Productions
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Music
Music & Lyrics
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Lyricist
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Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Adam Guettel, Days of Wine and Roses
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Adam Guettel, Days of Wine and Roses
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Adam Guettel, Days of Wine and Roses
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Adam Guettel, To Kill a Mockingbird
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Orchestrations
Adam GuettelThe Light in the Piazza
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Music
Adam Guettel, The Light in the Piazza
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Adam Guettel, The Light in the Piazza
winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Orchestrations
Adam Guettel, The Light in the Piazza
winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Adam Guettel, The Light in the Piazza
winner
Richard Rodgers Award - 1997 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award
Adam Guettel
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Obie Awards - 1996 - Music
Adam Guettel, Floyd Collins
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The Lortels - 1996 - Outstanding Musical
Adam Guettel, Floyd Collins
Videos
Exclusive: Kelli O'Hara & Brian d'Arcy James on the Tony Noms that Were 21 Years in the Making
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Jun 5, 2024
Video: How Kelli O'Hara's Passion Project Turned Into a Tony Nomination
by Joey Mervis - May 12, 2024
Video: Kelli O'Hara & Brian d'Arcy James Are Getting Ready to Return to DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 9, 2023
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for Encores! THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA with Ruthie Ann Miles and More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 15, 2023
Video: Watch Jennifer Holliday & Morgan James' Performances at Broadway Dreams Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2022
Video: Stars of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Walk The Red Carpet in Los Angeles
by Adam Riegler - Oct 27, 2022
VIDEO: Jose Llana Visits Backstage with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Dec 3, 2021
VIDEO: Jose Llana Sings from COMPANY in Rehearsal for The Seth Concert Series
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 2, 2021
VIDEO: Jose Llana Performs 'You Raise Me Up' as Part of Lincoln Center's Restart Stages
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2021
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer For The Barn Theatre's MARRY ME A LITTLE Starring Rob Houchen and Celinde Schoenmaker
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2020
VIDEO: Rob Houchen and Celinde Schoenmaker Perform 'All Things Bright and Beautiful (Part 2)' From MARRY ME A LITTLE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2020
VIDEO: Get a Sneak Peek at L.A. Opera's THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA, Starring Renee Fleming
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2019
WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 6, 2019
News
Tony-Winner Kelli O'Hara To Receive 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award
Kelli O'Hara will be honored with the 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award on November 6, 2024. The award recognizes her contributions to Broadway and the performing arts.
Kelli O'Hara will be honored with the 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award on November 6, 2024. The award recognizes her contributions to Broadway and the performing arts.
TRU To Host Community Gathering Via Zoom - Way Way Off-Broadway: The Thriving Philadelphia Theater Scene
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) announced its next Community Gathering on September 6, featuring Charles Gilbert and Barbara Bellman discussing the thriving Philadelphia theater scene and MusiCoLab's contributions.
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) announced its next Community Gathering on September 6, featuring Charles Gilbert and Barbara Bellman discussing the thriving Philadelphia theater scene and MusiCoLab's contributions.
Regional Premiere of THE HOMBRES Comes to Gloucester Stage
The Gloucester Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rebecca Bradshaw and Managing Director Christopher Griffith, will close out its celebratory 45th season in the theater's first-of-its-kind collaboration with Teatro Chelsea, with the regional premiere of 'THE HOMBRES' by Tony Meneses and directed by Armando Rivera.
The Gloucester Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rebecca Bradshaw and Managing Director Christopher Griffith, will close out its celebratory 45th season in the theater's first-of-its-kind collaboration with Teatro Chelsea, with the regional premiere of 'THE HOMBRES' by Tony Meneses and directed by Armando Rivera.
Gershwin & More Set for MasterVoices 2024-25 Season
MasterVoices has revealed details of the renowned chorus’ 83rd season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
MasterVoices has revealed details of the renowned chorus’ 83rd season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Huntington Completes Its 2024-2025 Season With THE TRIUMPH OF LOVE and NASSIM
The Huntington has announced its 2024-2025 season featuring the classic romantic comedy THE TRIUMPH OF LOVE and the International Fringe hit NASSIM.
The Huntington has announced its 2024-2025 season featuring the classic romantic comedy THE TRIUMPH OF LOVE and the International Fringe hit NASSIM.
Bartlett Sher Will Direct Broadway-Bound Dolly Parton Musical HELLO, I'M DOLLY
Tony Award-winning Bartlett Sher is set to direct the recently announced Hello, I’m Dolly, a new musical inspired by the life and career of Dolly Parton. Learn more about the Broadway-bound musical here!
Tony Award-winning Bartlett Sher is set to direct the recently announced Hello, I’m Dolly, a new musical inspired by the life and career of Dolly Parton. Learn more about the Broadway-bound musical here!
What's Coming to Broadway in 2025
Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2025 and be sure to check back for updates.
Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2025 and be sure to check back for updates.
Musical Theatre Guild Reveals 2024-2025 Season
Musical Theatre Guild's 2024-2025 season puts music front and center, by presenting two shows that won Tony Awards for their glorious and tuneful musical scores. Learn more about the lineup here!
Musical Theatre Guild's 2024-2025 season puts music front and center, by presenting two shows that won Tony Awards for their glorious and tuneful musical scores. Learn more about the lineup here!
Harper Lee's TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Begins Performances Tonight At The Bank Of America Performing Arts Center
The classic play TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD opens tonight at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center, presented by the American Theatre Guild.
The classic play TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD opens tonight at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center, presented by the American Theatre Guild.
Fourth Annual IN THE WORKS~IN THE WOODS Festival to Take Place at Forestburgh Playhouse in September
The fourth annual In the Works~In the Woods at Forestburgh Playhouse will be held September. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The fourth annual In the Works~In the Woods at Forestburgh Playhouse will be held September. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Meet the Tony-Nominated Creatives of 2024
Watch as we chat with: Will Butler (Stereophonic), Timo Andres (Illinoise), Bekah Brunstetter (The Notebook), Justin Craig (Stereophonic), Kristoffer Diaz (Hell's Kitchen), Rick Elice (Water for Elephants), Adam Guettel (Days of Wine and Roses), Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance (The Outsiders), Justin Levine (The Outsiders), Matt Hinkley (The Outsiders), Adam Rapp (The Outsiders), and Shaina Taub (Suffs).
Watch as we chat with: Will Butler (Stereophonic), Timo Andres (Illinoise), Bekah Brunstetter (The Notebook), Justin Craig (Stereophonic), Kristoffer Diaz (Hell's Kitchen), Rick Elice (Water for Elephants), Adam Guettel (Days of Wine and Roses), Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance (The Outsiders), Justin Levine (The Outsiders), Matt Hinkley (The Outsiders), Adam Rapp (The Outsiders), and Shaina Taub (Suffs).
�¿New York City Opera to Present Pride Month Celebration BROADWAY COMES TO MILFORD
New York City Opera is partnering with The Milford Theater to present Broadway Comes to Milford, celebrating Pride month with a musical journey through the 20th century featuring Broadway stars. Learn how to purchase tickets.
New York City Opera is partnering with The Milford Theater to present Broadway Comes to Milford, celebrating Pride month with a musical journey through the 20th century featuring Broadway stars. Learn how to purchase tickets.
How/When/Where to Watch the 2024 Tony Awards
On June 16, The 77th Annual Tony Awards made their debut at Lincoln Center at the David H. Koch Theatre to celebrate the best of Broadway for the 2023/24 theatre season.
On June 16, The 77th Annual Tony Awards made their debut at Lincoln Center at the David H. Koch Theatre to celebrate the best of Broadway for the 2023/24 theatre season.
2024 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
The 77th Annual Tony Awards were a smashing success with The Outsiders and Stereophonic taking home the top prizes of Best Play and Best Musical. Find out who else took home honors with the full list of winners below!
The 77th Annual Tony Awards were a smashing success with The Outsiders and Stereophonic taking home the top prizes of Best Play and Best Musical. Find out who else took home honors with the full list of winners below!
Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2024 Nominees
The 2024 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 47 awards!
The 2024 Tony nominees are already winners... literally. For some, this marks their first nomination, but others have already won Tony Awards in seasons past. We took a look at which nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 47 awards!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 11, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 11, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 11, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Kelli O'Hara, Paulo Szot & Morę to Lead SOUTH PACIFIC Reunion Concert at Lincoln Center Theater
Bartlett Sher will direct a one-night-only reunion concert of LCT’s Tony Award-winning 2008 production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacificas part of Lincoln Center Theater's 2024-2025 season. Learn more!
Bartlett Sher will direct a one-night-only reunion concert of LCT’s Tony Award-winning 2008 production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacificas part of Lincoln Center Theater's 2024-2025 season. Learn more!
MCNEAL Starring Robert Downey, Jr., FLOYD COLLINS, and More Set For Lincoln Center's 2024-25 Broadway Season
Lincoln Center Theater has announced its 2024-2025 season of productions, including Robert Downey, Jr.'s Broadway debut, the Broadway premiere of Adam Guettel and Tina Landau's Floyd Collins, and more.
Lincoln Center Theater has announced its 2024-2025 season of productions, including Robert Downey, Jr.'s Broadway debut, the Broadway premiere of Adam Guettel and Tina Landau's Floyd Collins, and more.
Udi Gershuni Announces New Album Featuring Renowned Soprano Mikaela Bennett
Composer Udi Gershuni announces a new album, 'Udi Gershuni - Vocal Works,' featuring soprano Mikaela Bennett.
Composer Udi Gershuni announces a new album, 'Udi Gershuni - Vocal Works,' featuring soprano Mikaela Bennett.
Exclusive: Kelli O'Hara & Brian d'Arcy James on the Tony Noms that Were 21 Years in the Making
In this video, watch as Tony nominees Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James talk all things Days of Wine and Roses!
In this video, watch as Tony nominees Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James talk all things Days of Wine and Roses!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Adam Guettel written?
Adam Guettel has written 7 shows including Love and Anger (Music), Saturn Returns (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Saturn Returns: A Concert (Bookwriter), Floyd Collins (Composer), The Light in the Piazza (Composer), To Kill A Mockingbird (Music), Days of Wine and Roses (Music & Lyrics).
What awards has Adam Guettel been nominated for?
Adam Guettel has received several nominations for his work, including: - Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Days of Wine and Roses - Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Days of Wine and Roses - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for Days of Wine and Roses - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for To Kill a Mockingbird - Best Orchestrations at the BroadwayWorld Awards for The Light in the Piazza - Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for The Light in the Piazza - Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for The Light in the Piazza - Best Orchestrations at the Tony Awards for The Light in the Piazza - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for The Light in the Piazza - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award) - Music at the Obie Awards for Floyd Collins - Outstanding Musical at The Lortels for Floyd Collins
What awards has Adam Guettel won?
Adam Guettel has won several prestigious awards, including: - Best Orchestrations (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Light in the Piazza - Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Light in the Piazza - Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Light in the Piazza - Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for The Light in the Piazza - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Light in the Piazza - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award) - Music (Obie Awards) for Floyd Collins - Outstanding Musical (The Lortels) for Floyd Collins.
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