Burt Bacharach
Birth Place: Kansas City, MO, USA
Grammy- Winner Christopher Cross To Perform At The District (Feb 24, 2026)
Broadway Deep Dive: Telly Leung Unpacks His Career Onstage and the Roles That Led to MASQUERADE (Feb 22, 2026)
Jonathan Roxmouth to Perform KEY CHANGE at Pieter Toerien Theatre in April (Feb 20, 2026)
BIO
Burt Freeman Bacharach was an American composer, songwriter, record producer, and pianist who is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures of 20th-century popular music. He composed hundreds of pop songs from the late 1950s, many in collaboration with lyricist Hal David.
Photos
Neil Simon, Burt Bacharach, Sean Hayes, Hal David, Rob Ashford, Tony Goldwyn.taking a bow on the Opening Night Broadway performance Curtain Call for "PROMISES, PROMISES" at the Broadway Theatre, New York City. April 25, 2010.
From: Photo Flash: Remembering Legendary Playwright Neil Simon
Kristin Chenoweth, Neil Simon, Burt Bacharach, Sean Hayes, Hal David, Rob Ashford, Tony Goldwyn.taking a bow on the Opening Night Broadway performance Curtain Call for "PROMISES, PROMISES" at the Broadway Theatre, New York City. April 25, 2010.
From: Photo Flash: Remembering Legendary Playwright Neil Simon
Dick Latessa, Kristin Chenoweth, Neil Simon, Burt Bacharach, Sean Hayes, Hal David, Rob Ashford, Tony Goldwyn taking a bow on the Opening Night Broadway performance Curtain Call for "PROMISES, PROMISES" at the Broadway Theatre, New York City.
April 25, 2
From: Photo Flash: Remembering Legendary Playwright Neil Simon
Productions
Writing
Awards and Nominations
winner
Burt Bacharach, Promises, Promises
Videos
Video: World Premiere of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-08 14:55:30
Video: Matt Doyle & Krystal Joy Brown Sing 'Close to You' from Ogunquit's MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-17 12:21:52
Video: Watch Nova Y. Payton Sing 'I Say A Little Prayer' from THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR at Signature Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-01-28 11:54:41
VIDEO: CBS SUNDAY MORNING Celebrates the Life and Career of Burt Bacharach
by Stephi Wild - 2023-02-13 05:43:45
BWW Poll: Is 'Turkey Lurkey Time' A Thanksgiving Song or Christmas Song?
by Social Watch - 2022-11-23 12:26:08
VIDEO: Watch Ramin Karimloo Sing 'Welcome to My World' from Burt Bacharach and Steven Sater's SOME LOVERS
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-10-26 10:12:06
VIDEO: Rufus Wainwright Discusses 'Road Trip Elegies', Wanting to Star in ANNIE, and More!
by Stephi Wild - 2021-01-03 09:41:29
Broadway Rewind: 'Turkey Lurkey Time'- Thanksgiving Song or Christmas Song?
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - 2020-11-26 16:01:00
Mark William, Two-Time BWW Cabaret Award Winner and MAC Award Nominee, Returns to The Green Room 42
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-03-02 12:23:32
Rufus Wainwright to Release Limited Edition EP on Record Store Day
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-11-27 09:35:22
BWW Exclusive: 'Turkey Lurkey Time'- Thanksgiving Song or Christmas Song?
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-11-28 14:01:00
Say Lou Lou Releases Music Video for Cover of 'The Look Of Love'
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-11-20 08:10:31
Oldest Pro Songwriting Team in Pop Music History Releases 'Senior Song Book'
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-11-14 19:48:03
VIDEO: Legendary Orchestrator, Arranger Harold Wheeler was Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Tony Awards
by Stage Tube - 2019-06-09 22:45:39
VIDEO: Santino Fontana, Ali Stroker & More Sing PROMISES, PROMISES for Transport Group!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-28 13:59:02
TV Exclusive: At Home with Charles Busch- Watch a Preview From His New Show at Feinstein's/54 Below!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-10-01 11:00:50
News
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026
Christopher Cross will perform at The District in Sioux Falls on June 16, 2026. Tickets start at $36.50 and go on sale February 27 at 10 a.m. The Grammy and Academy Award-winning artist brings more than four decades of hits to the stage.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 22, 2026
Current star of Masquerade Telly Leung discusses with Jennifer Ashley Tepper playing the Phantom in the immersive production, the full circle from Rent fan to Rent actor, Gavin Creel’s leadership during a production that never was, and much more.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
In his highly-acclaimed show, KEY CHANGE, Jonathan showcases the various piano based comedians, singers and entertainers who have shaped and influenced his musical tastes through various phases of his life.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Legendary vocalist Marilyn Maye was in the sold out audience of last night's performance of 'GOING BACHARACH: The Songs of an Icon.' Check out photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026
The World Premiere of Going Bacharach: The Songs Of An Icon, has entered its final week of performances. Going Bacharach is a musical revue featuring the many songs of Burt Bacharach.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Portland State University's Theater Arts program will present the electrifying Tony Award-winning rock musical Spring Awakening, with book and lyrics by Steven Sater and an explosive score by Duncan Sheik.
by - Feb 11, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 11, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Michael Major - Feb 10, 2026
Randy Rainbow has released a new parody video, titled 'Lyin' and Spinnin' (and Cheatin' and Hidin').' The new Donald Trump diss tracks takes on the recent events in the U.S. government, using Burt Bacharach and Hal David's “Wishin’ and Hopin’.”
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 8, 2026
John Lloyd Young thrilled in two shows at The Laurie Beechman, performing songs from his R&B album, 'My Turn,' as well as his usual Frankie Valli/Jersey Boys repertoire.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2026
Jonathan Roxmouth will present 'KEY CHANGE - My Favourite Pianists' at Theatre On The Bay, showcasing influential piano-based artists with a live band in March.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 1, 2026
During and prior to the Golden Age of Broadway, songs regularly premiered on stage and then charted, spending time on the radio and becoming popular worldwide. In the 1960s, Broadway songs and popular music diverged, and work from musicals was no longer synonymous with chart hits. There have certainly been a good share of exceptions since that decade, as Broadway has evolved to mirror popular, current music genres. Several of the songs that have broken through to the Billboard charts can be heard on Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2026
The Kravis Center has announced its February lineup, featuring MJ and Kim’s Convenience. The month includes Broadway, classical concerts, cabaret, film, and family programming.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 26, 2026
NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Laura Benanti, singer-songwriter Nellie McKay, jazz, a songwriter's response to new work by writer Jennifer Egan (Visit from the Goon Squad) and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder with Billy Stritch, Ute Lemper and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2026
Check out opening night photos from the world premiere of GOING BACHARACH: THE SONGS OF AN ICON, now playing at the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater.
by Andrew Poretz - Jan 16, 2026
This is a terrific concert, cabaret and revue rolled into one, feating rising star Adrian Galante's brilliant playing and orchestrations of Burt Bacharach songs, sung by three terrific singers. It runs through February 22
by Gregory Fletcher - Jan 15, 2026
“BOOM! 15th Anniversary Concert” runs January 14–17, 2026, at 54 Below, with performances at 7 PM. A livestream option is available for the January 17th show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
Amas Musical Theatre will present a one week extension for the World Premiere of Going Bacharach: The Songs Of An Icon, a musical revue featuring the many songs of Burt Bacharach.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026
Amas Musical Theatre officially opened the World Premiere of Going Bacharach: The Songs Of An Icon, a musical revue featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach, on January 12 at The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater. Find out what the critics are saying!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026
Concerts from the Library of Congress will launch an exciting, yearlong America 250 celebration this January, presenting a broad panorama of the nation's music in concerts and conversations, lectures, film screenings, educational programs and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Burt Bacharach has written 4 shows including Promises, Promises (Composer), The Boy From Oz (Composer), The Look of Love (Composer), What's It All About? Bacharach Reimagined (Composer).
and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Promises, Promises.
Burt Bacharach won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Music for the Broadway show Promises, Promises.
Videos
