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ADAM J. RINEER (he/him/they/them) is a Philadelphia/NYC based Composer, Lyricist, Librettist, and Music Director. As a creator and facilitator of music in theatre, Adam tells stories that examine “otheredness”, queer social norms, and teach empathy accessibly through a wide range of music styles. They are constantly looking to bridge musical theatre and popular music by combining the theatricality that exists in both worlds.



Their musicals include ​The Naked Truth​ (The Green Room 42, The West End Lounge), ​Obscene Lewd Lascivious and Filthy!​ (NAMT 15-minute Musical Contest Winner, The Latest Draft Podcast), ​A Trip To The Moon​ (The Maas Building), ​Ghosted​ (featured at NYMF), Sick Moves! (or The Dancing Plague of 1518),​ and ​BrandedTM!​. Adam’s songs have been featured in “A Little New Music” (LA new musical theatre series) and New York Musical Festival concerts. They are a founding member of Theatre Now New York's National Musical Writers Group.



Adam also contributed songs to the second season of the award-winning web series Merce, one of which POZ Magazine named the 2017 World Aids Day Anthem.



Adam’s work as a Music Director and Pianist has taken them all over the Northeast Region including Prima Theatre, Gretna Theatre, Interlakes Summer Theatre, and various NYC cabarets and concert performances in addition to residency at the Bay View Music Festival in Michigan and Norwegian Cruise Lines as MD for For The Record: The Brat Pack. Adam will also be working on Goodspeed's upcoming production of South Pacific as the Associate Music Director.



Adam graduated with a B.A. in Music with an emphasis in Piano Performance from Millersville University. They are a third-year M.F.A. candidate in the George and Joy Abbott Musical Theatre collaboration program as well as part of the Graduate Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies program at Temple University in Philadelphia. Adam is a proud member of The Dramatist Guild.

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Musical Theater Composers to Premiere NEW SCORE: A SONGWRITER SALON at HERE


Join an afternoon of music and storytelling at NEW SCORE: A SONGWRITER SALON at HERE. Learn more about performances.

New Work Series WITCHES, QUEERS AND CLOWNS Will Bring A Host of Radical Artists to HERE in March


The three-week performance series will feature music, theater, comedy and cabaret work from Matt Bovee, Scout Davis, Amy Jo Jackson, Dan Mills and Ben Thornewill, Kristin McCarthy Parker, Adam J. Rineer, and others, as well as the world premiere of Witches!? In Salem?! by Matt Cox (Puffs).

Tequila Talking Theatrical Presents TRANS AM At Joe's Pub, January 29


Tequila Talking Theatrical presents a one-night-only performance of Lisa Stephen Friday's 'TRANS AM' at Joe's Pub on January 29th, 2024, at 6:30 pm.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Voting Ends 12/31


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Current Live Standings


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Next Week At 54 Below 54 CELEBRATES THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL And More


NEXT WEEK at 54 Below: 54 celebrates The Muppet Christmas Carol with Patti Murin, Jelani Remy, and more! Join us for a festive evening of holiday music and cheer.

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards Voting Update


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Ephie Aardema, Talia Suskauer, and Leenya Rideout Will Lead an Industry Reading of AND YOU SHALL BE A BLESSING


Ephie Aardema, Talia Suskauer and Leenya Rideout will lead an industry reading of AND YOU SHALL BE A BLESSING, a new play, with music, exploring the life of trailblazing singer-songwriter Debbie Friedman.

Westport Country Playhouse to Present THE LIGHTNING THIEF in December


Westport Country Playhouse will present the family-friendly musical 'The Lightning Thief' on December 2nd. Join in the magical adventure!

Verse Intro Cabaret to Celebrate Pride With New Works By Mika Kauffman and Durra Leung


VERSE INTRO CABARET, hosted by Andi Lee Carter and Briana Harris, is a series that peels back the curtain on the work of up-and-coming musical theatre writers to give you an inside look! Each month, they'll treat you to a sneak peek of new songs by two of New York's hottest composer-lyricists.

Review: Amplifing Trans Voices By Bringing Them To The Mic To Sing All About It In TRANS VOICES CABARET at The Green Room 42


TRANS VOICES CABARET was such a terrific experience overall and it is our sincere hope that all will follow these FAB performers and get in line to see the TVC whenever and wherever it happens.

TRANS VOICES CABARET to Return to The Green Room 42 in February


Trans Voices Cabaret, NYC's premier cabaret featuring transgender and nonbinary seasoned performers and rising stars in the musical theater community, returns to the stage - this time at The Green Room 42 - on Sunday, February 5th at 7pm with a brand new show of music, laughter, and chosen family.

TheaterWorksUSA to Present THE LIGHTNING THIEF Theatre for Young Audiences Edition at Five Angels Theater


TheaterWorksUSA new, 60-minute production of The Lightning Thief: Theatre for Young Audiences Edition will perform in New York City before heading out on its quest around the country. Performing two shows only on October 1, 3 PM and 7 PM at Five Angels Theater.

TheaterWorksUSA Announces 22-23 Season Featuring Touring Premiere of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: TYA EDITION & More


TheaterWorksUSA has announced their upcoming 2022 - 2023 season, including the national touring premieres of PETE THE CAT'S BIG HOLLYWOOD ADVENTURE, EL OTRO OZ, and THE LIGHTNING THIEF: TYA EDITION, along with returning favorites touring across the country.

Songs From TRUST THE PROCESS Will Debut at The Green Room 42


Trust the Process is an upcoming web series, inspired by real life experiences. This musical mockumentary follows Charlie Green and Naya Dawson as they begin an internship at the illustrious 'Alliance of Broadway, Culture, Drama, and Entertainment.'

Meri Ziev Will Encore NEW WORDS At Don't Tell Mama January 29 and 30


Florida-based cabaret performer and driveway concert sensation Meri Ziev returns to Manhattan with her debut club act NEW WORDS.

LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE - THE MUSICAL is Coming to Feinstein's/54 Below


FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Love is Love is Love – The Musical on January 3, 2022. The musical by Michelle Lee dives right into the issues at the core of the human experience.

The Tank Presents DURRA LEUNG's LULLABIES FOR MOTHERF*CKER'S VOL.1


Musical theatre writer Durra Leung is one of 500 New York City-based artists to receive $5,000 through the City Artist Corps Grants program, presented by The New York Foundation for the Arts and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, with support from the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment as well as Queens Theatre.

The Tank Announces Schedule for City Artist Corps Grantee Performances


The Tank announced today the programming schedule for the City Artist Corps Grantee Performances. From now until October 31st, the Tank is presenting FREE in-person programming highlighting the work of 14 City Artist Corps Grantees.

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