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Andrew Lloyd Webber

Birth Place: London, ENGLAND

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Several of his musicals have run for more than a decade both in the West End and on Broadway. He has composed 21 musicals, a song cycle, a set of variations, two film scores, and a Latin Requiem Mass.


Several of his songs have been widely recorded and were successful outside of their parent musicals, such as "Memory" from Cats, "The Music of the Night" and "All I Ask of You" from The Phantom of the Opera, "I Don't Know How to Love Him" from Jesus Christ Superstar, "Don't Cry for Me Argentina" from Evita, and "Any Dream Will Do" from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. In 2001, The New York Times referred to him as "the most commercially successful composer in history". The Daily Telegraph ranked him the "fifth most powerful person in British culture" in 2008, lyricist Don Black writing "Andrew more or less single-handedly reinvented the musical."
He has received a number of awards, including a knighthood in 1992, followed by a peerage for services to the arts, six Tonys, three Grammys (as well as the Grammy Legend Award), an Academy Award, 14 Ivor Novello Awards, seven Olivier Awards, a Golden Globe, a Brit Award, the 2006 Kennedy Center Honors, the 2008 Classic Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music, and an Emmy Award. He is one of 17 people to have won an Oscar, an Emmy, a Grammy, and a Tony. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, is an inductee into the Songwriter's Hall of Fame, and is a fellow of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors.
His company, the Really Useful Group, is one of the largest theatre operators in London. Producers in several parts of the UK have staged productions, including national tours, of the Lloyd Webber musicals under licence from the Really Useful Group. Lloyd Webber is also the president of the Arts Educational Schools, London, a performing arts school located in Chiswick, West London. He is involved in a number of charitable activities, including the Elton John AIDS Foundation, Nordoff Robbins, Prostate Cancer UK and War Child. In 1992, he started the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation which supports the arts, culture, and heritage of the UK. In 2014 he designed a Cats-themed Paddington Bear statue, which was auctioned to raise funds for the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC).

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[Broadway, 2024]
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[West End, 2024]
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[West End, 2023]
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[West End, 2023]
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[West End, 2022] [Replacement]
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[West End, 2021]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2019] [Replacement]
Composer, Book,, &Orchestrations[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2017]
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[West End, 2016]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Producer
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[West End, 2014]
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[US Tour, 2013]
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[Broadway, 2012]
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[West End, 2011]
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[West End, 2010]
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[West End, 2007] [Replacement]
Music[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2006]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Orchestration Supervisor
 
[West End, 2004]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2004]
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[West End, 2002]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 2000]
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[Broadway, 1994]
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[Broadway, 1991]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1990]
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[West End, 1989]
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[Broadway, 1988]
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[Broadway, 1987]
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[Broadway, 1985]
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[West End, 1984]
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[Broadway, 1982]
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[West End, 1982]
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[West End, 1981]
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[Broadway, 1979]
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[West End, 1978]
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[West End, 1972]
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[Broadway, 1971]
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[West End, ] [Replacement]
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Writing

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Movies

Jesus Christ Superstar
[ 1973 ] music by, orchestrator
Evita
[ 1996 ] music by
Cats
[ 1998 ] music by, orchestrator
The Phantom of the Opera
[ 2004 ] music by, orchestrator
Aspects of Love
[ 2005 ] music by
The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall
[ 2011 ] music by
Love Never Dies
[ 2012 ] music by

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Orchestrations

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sunset Blvd.


winner
Tony Awards - 2018 - Lifetime Achievement Award

Andrew Lloyd Webber

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Music

Andrew Lloyd Webber, School of Rock

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Andrew Lloyd Webber, School of Rock

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Musical

Andrew Lloyd WebberSchool of Rock

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

Andrew Lloyd Webber, School of Rock-The Musical

Olivier Awards - 2011 - Best New Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Love Never Dies

Olivier Awards - 2010 - The Audience Award for Most Popular Show

Andrew Lloyd, The Phantom Of The Opera


winner
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Special Award

Andrew Lloyd Webber

Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Woman in White

Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best New Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Woman In White

Olivier Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Musical Production

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tell Me On A Sunday

Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best New Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Beautiful Game

Olivier Awards - 1999 - The American Express Award for Best New Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Whistle Down The Wind

Olivier Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Musical Production

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar


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Drama League Awards - 1995 - Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber


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Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sunset Boulevard

Olivier Awards - 1994 - The American Express Award for Best New Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sunset Boulevard

Olivier Awards - 1992 - Best Musical Revival

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Music

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aspects of Love

Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Book of a Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aspects of Love

Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aspects of Love


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Orchestration

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Phantom of the Opera

New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom of the Opera

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Book of a Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom of the Opera

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom of the Opera

Tony Awards - 1987 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Starlight Express


winner
Olivier Awards - 1986 - Musical of the Year

Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom Of The Opera

Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Song and Dance

Olivier Awards - 1984 - Musical of the Year

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Starlight Express


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Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Music

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats

Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats

Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat


winner
Olivier Awards - 1981 - Musical of the Year

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats


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Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Music

Andrew Lloyd Weber, Evita


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1980 - Best Musical

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Evita


winner
Tony Awards - 1980 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Evita


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Olivier Awards - 1978 - Musical of the Year

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Evita


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Drama Desk Awards - 1972 - Most Promising Composer

Andre Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar

Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar

Videos

News


Video: First Look at Immersive CATS at the Fulton Theatre
by Michael Major - Jun 17, 2025

The Fulton Theatre has released a preview video of their new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Even if you think you know this iconic musical, the Fulton promises a vision you've never encountered before.
Paul Williams Developing PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE Stage Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2025

A stage adaptation of Phantom of the Paradise, the 1974 rock musical film written and directed by Brian De Palma, is officially in the works from songwriter Paul Williams and producer Sam Pressman.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 17, 2025
by - Jun 17, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photo: First Look at Rachel Zegler in EVITA in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2025

Performances are now underway for The Jamie Lloyd Company’s production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s EVITA, starring Rachel Zegler. Check out an all new first look photo of Zegler here!
SCHOOL OF ROCK to Premiere in Cebu
by Oliver Oliveros - Jun 16, 2025

2TinCans Philippines presents an amateur production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Broadway and West End hit musical 'School of Rock.' Directed by Sarah Mae Enclona-Henderson, 'School of Rock,' based on the popular comedy film, will play at the Dr. Ronald R. Duterte Theatre, the University of Southern Philippines Foundation, Salinas Drive, Lahug, from June 28-29, 2025, at 7 p.m.
Nicole Scherzinger in Early Talks for Las Vegas Residency
by Emmy Rice - Jun 15, 2025

Nicole Scherzinger, currently starring in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard as Norma Desmond, is in early talks for a residency in Las Vegas. She just recent won the Tony for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for Sunset Boulevard. 
Benny Andersson & Björn Ulvaeus Are Making a Broadway Comeback
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2025

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus have already made a major mark on Broadway, and 2025 is bound to be a milestone year as the biggest musicals that feature their work, Mamma Mia! and Chess, will be running at the same time. Let's learn more about both...
Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK at Carlisle Theatre Players On High
by Andrea Stephenson - Jun 14, 2025

School of Rock at Carlisle Theatre is a fun, energetic production. These young actors shine on the stage—bringing energy, emotion, and heart to their characters.
STAGE FRIGHT at Red Eye NY Welcomes Melissa Manchester
by Emmy Rice - Jun 14, 2025

Stage Fright, hosted by Marti Gould Cummings a Grand Marshal for this year's NYC Pride, along with Drama Desk-nominee Yaz Fukuoka on the keys, will welcome Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Melissa Manchester on Tuesday, June 17.
West End Star Elaine Paige to be Given Damehood
by Emmy Rice - Jun 14, 2025

Elaine Paige, best known for her role as Eva Peron in Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Evita, will be given Damehood. She will be given the distinction for her work in the music industry, as well as her charity work. 
Review: When You're in the Presence of a Legend, You Know It - Melissa Manchester at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 13, 2025

The word legend is used to describe many, but when you are in the presence of a legitimate one you know it. Melissa Manchester’s three-night engagement at 54 Below ends on Saturday June 14.
Video: SUNSET BOULEVARD Celebrates Tony Wins During Entr'acte
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2025

Sunset Boulevard celebrated their Tony wins by showing off their new trophies during the show's entr'acte! While the 'walkaround' backstage was displayed on the video screen for the audience to see what goes on backstage at the hit revival.
Hi Jakarta Production Will Perform SCHOOL OF ROCK
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025

School of Rock is a musical adaptation of the iconic film “School of Rock” (2003), featuring music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Glenn Slater, and a book by Julian Fellowes.
Interview: TONY WINNER MICHAEL MAGUIRE Solos with the LA LAW PHIL at Disney Concert Hall!
by Gavin Glynn - Jun 11, 2025

Michael Maguire is perhaps best known to theater goers for his portrayal of Enjolras in the original Broadway company of ‘Les Miserables’ for which he won the Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Theater World Award and was featured on the cover of Newsweek. He repeated that performance at the Royal Albert Hall in London as a member of the “Dream Cast” celebrating the 10th anniversary of Les Miz, an event that has been broadcast numerous times on PBS and around the world. At the New York City Opera he starred as Count Carl Magnus in ‘A Little Night Music’ as well as the subsequent PBS broadcast of the show. Saturday June 28, 2025 guest soloist for LA Lawyers Philharmonic singing selections from Phantom of the Opera!
Immersive THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Release Dates and Ticket Details This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

More details will soon be available for the upcoming New York City return of The Phantom of the Opera. A new note was issued by 'O.G.' noting that on June 30, dates and ticketing details will be revealed. 
Nicole Scherzinger Reveals What's Next After SUNSET BLVD; Wants a Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Jun 11, 2025

Tony-winner Nicole Scherzinger is opening up about what she wants to do after her acclaimed performance as Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, including films, music, and a movie musical.
Video: SUNSET BLVD. Celebrates Tony Wins During Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

Sunset Blvd. took its first post-Tony Awards bows last night, June 10, to a cheering audience. Following the curtain call after last night's performance, Tom Francis gave a speech honoring the show's Tony winners. Watch the video here!
Rachel Zegler and More Join WEST END LIVE 20th Anniversary Event
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

Celebrating its 20th year, West End LIVE will return on Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June, with a packed line-up of top London shows. Learn more about the lineup here!
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Comes to Theatrikos
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

Theatrikos Theatre Company has announced its upcoming production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's beloved musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
EXCLUSIVE: Ben Forster Talks ‘Phantom’ World Tour, New Album & More
by Oliver Oliveros - Jun 11, 2025

The Phantom has returned: Ben Forster, celebrated for his titular role in the 30th-anniversary West End run of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 'The Phantom of the Opera,' is back to don the iconic mask for the musical’s world tour, which is now playing at the Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Andrew Lloyd Webber written?

Andrew Lloyd Webber has written 24 shows including Jesus Christ Superstar (Composer), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Composer), Jeeves (Composer), Evita (Composer), Cats (Composer), Song and Dance (Composer), Starlight Express (Composer), Cricket (Composer), Aspects of Love (Bookwriter), Sunset Boulevard (Composer), By Jeeves (Composer), Whistle Down The Wind (Composer), The Beautiful Game (Composer), Bombay Dreams (Source Material), Tell Me on a Sunday (Composer), The Woman in White (Composer), The Likes of Us (Composer), Love Never Dies (Composer), Tell Me on a Sunday (Composer), School of Rock (Music), Unmasked (Composer), Cats (Composer/Lyricist), The Phantom of the Opera (Bookwriter), Bad Cinderella (Composer).

What awards has Andrew Lloyd Webber been nominated for?

Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Sunset Blvd., Lifetime Achievement Award (Tony Awards), Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for School of Rock, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for School of Rock, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for School of Rock, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for School of Rock-The Musical, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Love Never Dies, The Audience Award for Most Popular Show (Olivier Awards) for The Phantom Of The Opera, Special Award (Olivier Awards), Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Woman in White, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Woman In White, Outstanding Musical Production (Olivier Awards) for Tell Me On A Sunday, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Beautiful Game, The American Express Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Whistle Down The Wind, Outstanding Musical Production (Olivier Awards) for Jesus Christ Superstar, Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Sunset Boulevard, The American Express Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Sunset Boulevard, Best Musical Revival (Olivier Awards) for Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Aspects of Love, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Aspects of Love, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aspects of Love, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Phantom of the Opera, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Starlight Express, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Phantom Of The Opera, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Song and Dance, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Starlight Express, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Cats, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Cats, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Cats, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Evita, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Evita, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Evita, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Evita, Most Promising Composer (Drama Desk Awards) for Jesus Christ Superstar and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Jesus Christ Superstar.

What awards has Andrew Lloyd Webber won?

Andrew Lloyd Webber has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. His honors include the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Tony Awards and a Special Award from the Olivier Awards. He was recognized for Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre by the Drama League Awards. For specific productions, he won the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Sunset Boulevard. The Drama Desk Awards honored him with Outstanding Orchestration for Phantom of the Opera, and Outstanding Music for both Cats and Evita. He earned Musical of the Year at the Olivier Awards for The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, and Evita. Additionally, the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards named Evita Best Musical. He also won the Tony Award for Best Original Score for Evita and the Drama Desk Award for Most Promising Composer for Jesus Christ Superstar.

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