Adam Gwon
Latest News on Adam Gwon:
Keen Company Unveils Full Lineup For MIXTAPE: VOLUME 2, Curated By Adam Gwon (Feb 21, 2026)
Listen: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE New Musical By Adam Gwon Out Now (Feb 20, 2026)
Exclusive Video: Elizabeth Stanley Sings 'I Don't Ask' From ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE (Feb 20, 2026)
Keen Company Unveils Full Lineup For MIXTAPE: VOLUME 2, Curated By Adam Gwon (Feb 21, 2026)
Listen: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE New Musical By Adam Gwon Out Now (Feb 20, 2026)
Exclusive Video: Elizabeth Stanley Sings 'I Don't Ask' From ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE (Feb 20, 2026)
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lyrics
Adam Gwon, All the World's a Stage
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lyrics
Adam Gwon, Scotland, PA
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- 2011 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist
Adam Gwon
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Exclusive: Watch a Sneak Peek of Adam Gwon's ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE
by Joey Mervis - 2025-03-26 15:06:20
VIDEO: First Look at Alice Ripley, Raul Esparza, and More in Berkeley Rep's THE WAVES IN QUARANTINE
by Stephi Wild - 2021-04-24 10:08:07
BWW Exclusive: Listen to Amber Gray Sing a Todd Almond Tune on ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE Album
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-06-25 13:01:00
TV: Ryan McCartan, Taylor Iman Jones & Adam Gwon Get Grilled on SCOTLAND, PA!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2019-11-24 09:01:00
TV: Go Inside the Bloody Awesome Opening Night of SCOTLAND, PA!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-10-27 12:01:00
TV: Watch Highlights of Ryan McCartan, Taylor Iman Jones & More in SCOTLAND, PA
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-10-21 14:55:04
TV: Meet the Cast and Catch a Sneak Peek of Killer Musical, SCOTLAND, PA!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-09-20 13:01:00
VIDEO: Preview SCOTLAND, PA in New Music Video Featuring Ryan McCartan & Taylor Iman Jones
by Julie Musbach - 2019-09-13 15:31:12
TV: Watch Taylor Iman Jones, Dave Thomas Brown & More Sing from Adam Gwon's SCOTLAND, PA
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-07-15 14:01:00
VIDEO: London Cast Recording of WORKING to Be Released Next Week
by Julie Musbach - 2018-02-23 17:47:41
VIDEO: Lena Hall Performs 'Tear Me Down' From HEDWIG in First Video in OBSESSED Series
by Stephi Wild - 2018-01-05 10:21:40
VIDEO: Go Inside the Studio for A BRONX TALE's 'Belmont Avenue'; Original Broadway Cast Album Out Today!
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-24 13:06:44
AUDIO: More 'HUNCHBACK' Music! Listen to 'Made of Stone' from the New Album
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2016-01-16 09:51:23
VIDEO: Watch Michael Arden Record 'Out There' from THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-01-15 10:45:40
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma's BERNICE BOBS HER HAIR
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-10-13 14:49:07
New Musicals CAKE OFF and GIRLSTAR Will Premiere at Signature Theatre; Full 2015-16 Season Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-30 23:00:37
STAGE TUBE: Trailer - INSPIRED 5 Benefit Comes to the Laurie Beechman This Weekend
by Stage Tube - 2014-10-14 16:53:58
VIDEO: Adam Gwon Crafts Musical for IAN, Episode 5 - 'Clean Your Plate'
by TV News Desk - 2014-07-17 17:39:10
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from SUBMISSIONS ONLY's 54 Below Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-06-17 11:14:34
News
Keen Company Unveils Full Lineup For MIXTAPE: VOLUME 2, Curated By Adam Gwon
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2026
Keen Company will present MIXTAPE: VOLUME 2, a one-night event curated by Adam Gwon, featuring a diverse lineup of performances on March 2, 2026, at National Sawdust in Brooklyn. The evening includes original songs, dance, and more to benefit the Keen Teen's Festival of New Work.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2026
Keen Company will present MIXTAPE: VOLUME 2, a one-night event curated by Adam Gwon, featuring a diverse lineup of performances on March 2, 2026, at National Sawdust in Brooklyn. The evening includes original songs, dance, and more to benefit the Keen Teen's Festival of New Work.
Listen: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE New Musical By Adam Gwon Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026
Joy Machine Records has released All the World's a Stage: Original Cast Recording – the new musical with book, music and lyrics by Adam Gwon. You can listen to the full album now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026
Joy Machine Records has released All the World's a Stage: Original Cast Recording – the new musical with book, music and lyrics by Adam Gwon. You can listen to the full album now.
Exclusive Video: Elizabeth Stanley Sings 'I Don't Ask' From ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026
Joy Machine Records has released All the World’s a Stage: Original Cast Recording – the new musical with book, music and lyrics by Adam Gwon. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive video of Elizabeth Stanely singing 'I Don't Ask.'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026
Joy Machine Records has released All the World’s a Stage: Original Cast Recording – the new musical with book, music and lyrics by Adam Gwon. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive video of Elizabeth Stanely singing 'I Don't Ask.'
Exclusive: Jon-Michael Reese SINGS 'I’m Your Man' From Adam Gwon's ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Adam Gwon’s new musical All the World’s a Stage will be released as an original cast album. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to Jon-Michael Reese singing 'I’m Your Man'.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Adam Gwon’s new musical All the World’s a Stage will be released as an original cast album. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to Jon-Michael Reese singing 'I’m Your Man'.
New Single Released from ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE Cast Recording
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2026
Joy Machine Records has announced the second single from All the World's a Stage: Original Cast Recording – “Other Lives,” performed by rising theater star Eliza Pagelle – today, Friday, February 6.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2026
Joy Machine Records has announced the second single from All the World's a Stage: Original Cast Recording – “Other Lives,” performed by rising theater star Eliza Pagelle – today, Friday, February 6.
Broadway Streaming Guide: February 2026 - Where to Watch KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026
This February, Broadway fans will be treated to many new things to stream, including a new episode of The Muppet Show with Sabrina Carpenter, an animated movie featuring Cole Escola, Ryan Murphy's Love Story, and Kiss of the Spider Woman with Jennifer Lopez.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026
This February, Broadway fans will be treated to many new things to stream, including a new episode of The Muppet Show with Sabrina Carpenter, an animated movie featuring Cole Escola, Ryan Murphy's Love Story, and Kiss of the Spider Woman with Jennifer Lopez.
Rebecca Naomi Jones, Elizabeth Stanley and More to Join Keen Company Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
Keen Company will host its first gala under new leadership at Manhattan Penthouse, honoring playwrights Julia Jordan and Marsha Norman, and featuring Rebecca Naomi Jones, Elizabeth Stanley and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
Keen Company will host its first gala under new leadership at Manhattan Penthouse, honoring playwrights Julia Jordan and Marsha Norman, and featuring Rebecca Naomi Jones, Elizabeth Stanley and more.
Listen: Matt Rodin Sings 'Pieces, Together' From ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Joy Machine Records announces the release of 'ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE,' a new musical by Adam Gwon featuring Elizabeth Stanley and Matt Rodin. The first single from the musical is available today.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Joy Machine Records announces the release of 'ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE,' a new musical by Adam Gwon featuring Elizabeth Stanley and Matt Rodin. The first single from the musical is available today.
Applications Open For The JMF 2026 Young Songwriters Intensive
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Applications are open for the 2026 JMF Young Songwriters Intensive at Snow Pond Center for the Arts. This Free 7-day songwriting intensive will provide students a unique learning experience through classes, professional mentorship and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Applications are open for the 2026 JMF Young Songwriters Intensive at Snow Pond Center for the Arts. This Free 7-day songwriting intensive will provide students a unique learning experience through classes, professional mentorship and more.
Kate Douglas and Grace McLean's HAG Selected for SIGWORKS: MUSICAL THEATER LAB
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed that hag, a new musical with book and lyrics by Kate Douglas (The Apiary) and music and lyrics by Grace McLean (In the Green), has been selected for the 2025 SigWorks: Musical Theater Lab.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed that hag, a new musical with book and lyrics by Kate Douglas (The Apiary) and music and lyrics by Grace McLean (In the Green), has been selected for the 2025 SigWorks: Musical Theater Lab.
Applications Open For Johnny Mercer Foundation's 2026 Young Songwriters Intensive At Snow Pond Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2025
The Johnny Mercer Foundation has announced applications are open for the 2026 JMF Young Songwriters Intensive at Snow Pond Center for the Arts. Deadline for applications is March 1, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2025
The Johnny Mercer Foundation has announced applications are open for the 2026 JMF Young Songwriters Intensive at Snow Pond Center for the Arts. Deadline for applications is March 1, 2026.
Photos: Inside the 2025 Fred Ebb Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
The Fred Ebb Foundation presented the 21st annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Sophie Boyce and Veronica Mansour. Go inside the event in new photos.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
The Fred Ebb Foundation presented the 21st annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Sophie Boyce and Veronica Mansour. Go inside the event in new photos.
Photos: On The Opening Night Red Carpet For THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 17, 2025
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 17, 2025
Adam Gwon Will Offer Master Class Through Theatre Now
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
Award-winning musical theatre writer Adam Gwon will offer a Master Class next week as part of Theatre Now New York's Industry Nights. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
Award-winning musical theatre writer Adam Gwon will offer a Master Class next week as part of Theatre Now New York's Industry Nights. Learn more here!
Elizabeth Stanley to Perform at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award winner Elizabeth Stanley (Jagged Little Pill, Company) will kick off the holiday season in style with “Let Your Heart Be Light” — a one-night-only concert at the intimate Laurie Beechman Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award winner Elizabeth Stanley (Jagged Little Pill, Company) will kick off the holiday season in style with “Let Your Heart Be Light” — a one-night-only concert at the intimate Laurie Beechman Theater.
Sophie Boyce and Veronica Mansour to Receive the 21st Annual Fred Ebb Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the 21st annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Sophie Boyce & Veronica Mansour.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the 21st annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Sophie Boyce & Veronica Mansour.
Photos: Primary Stages Honors Thom Sesma And Mickey Rolfe At 2025 Fall Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025
Primary Stages hosted its 2025 Fall Gala on Monday, October 20, at Sony Hall, honoring Thom Sesma with the Einhorn Mentorship Award and Mickey Rolfe with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award. See photos of the event.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025
Primary Stages hosted its 2025 Fall Gala on Monday, October 20, at Sony Hall, honoring Thom Sesma with the Einhorn Mentorship Award and Mickey Rolfe with the Andrew Leynse Commitment to New Plays Award. See photos of the event.
Beth Malone, Isabelle McCalla, and More Join FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the complete casting and more details about the lineup for the 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the complete casting and more details about the lineup for the 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. Learn more here!
Keen Company 2025"2026 Season To Include New MIXTAPE SERIES and More
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025
Keen Company’s 2025–2026 season will feature the debut of its Mixtape Series—four one-night-only events curated by Monica Bill Barnes & Company, Adam Gwon, Ato Blankson-Wood, and Mona Mansour.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025
Keen Company’s 2025–2026 season will feature the debut of its Mixtape Series—four one-night-only events curated by Monica Bill Barnes & Company, Adam Gwon, Ato Blankson-Wood, and Mona Mansour.
TEA WITH G Comes to Theater 555
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
Theatre Now New York will present a one-night-only performance of Tea with G. Featuring Deborah Berenson as tea etiquette instructor Georgina Grace (a combination of Mary Poppins and Dame Edna) and Mark Schenfisch as her much harassed accompanist.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
Theatre Now New York will present a one-night-only performance of Tea with G. Featuring Deborah Berenson as tea etiquette instructor Georgina Grace (a combination of Mary Poppins and Dame Edna) and Mark Schenfisch as her much harassed accompanist.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Adam Gwon written?
Adam Gwon has written 3 shows including Ethan Frome (Composer/Lyricist), Ordinary Days (Lyricist), Scotland, PA (Composer).
What awards has Adam Gwon been nominated for?
Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for All the World's a Stage, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Scotland, PA and Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for .
What awards has Adam Gwon won?
Adam Gwon won the Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist award for his work on the musical Ordinary Days.
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