Carolyn Leigh
Carolyn Leigh is an actor, lyricist whose BroadwayWorld credits include Ziegfeld Follies of 1957.
Date of Birth: August 21, 1926
Date of Death: November 19, 1981 (55)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Carolyn Leigh, How Now, Dow Jones
Tony Awards - 1963 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Carolyn Leigh, Little Me
Videos
Video: Melissa Errico Sings 'I Can Dream, Can't I?' in Video for Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-26 10:21:20
TV: Watch Highlights of Bebe Neuwirth, Carolee Carmello, Vanessa Williams & More in the Encores! HEY, LOOK ME OVER!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-02-07 12:37:27
TV: Vanessa Williams & Company Push De Button in Rehearsals for Encores! HEY, LOOK ME OVER!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-02-01 10:01:16
TV: Hey, Look This Over! Vanessa Williams, Carolee Carmello, Bebe Neuwirth & More Get Ready to Kick Off the Encores! Season
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-01-31 10:32:55
TV: Watch a Sneak Peek of Carolee Carmello in Encores! HEY, LOOK ME OVER!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-01-30 13:44:12
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Julie Benko, Ron Carter, Alice Ripley and More Set for Birdland October Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present multiple artists and bands, including Julie Benko performing Broadway Goes to the Movies, RON CARTER'S GREAT BIG BAND, and VINCE GIORDANO & THE NIGHTHAWKS.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present multiple artists and bands, including Julie Benko performing Broadway Goes to the Movies, RON CARTER'S GREAT BIG BAND, and VINCE GIORDANO & THE NIGHTHAWKS.
Interview: Deborah Zecher of BROADWAY BIBLE at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 6, 2026
Bistro Award winner and multiple MAC and Broadway World nominee Deborah Zecher returns to Don’t Tell Mama with a new cabaret show BROADWAY BIBLE: A SERMON IN SEQUINS on 10/18, 11/1 and 12/9. We spoke about the upcoming shows.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 6, 2026
Bistro Award winner and multiple MAC and Broadway World nominee Deborah Zecher returns to Don’t Tell Mama with a new cabaret show BROADWAY BIBLE: A SERMON IN SEQUINS on 10/18, 11/1 and 12/9. We spoke about the upcoming shows.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Unveils October Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present nightly performances throughout October, featuring The Hot Sardines, Ron Carter, and birthday celebrations for Bud Powell and Thelonious Monk.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present nightly performances throughout October, featuring The Hot Sardines, Ron Carter, and birthday celebrations for Bud Powell and Thelonious Monk.
Interview: Paul Hope of PAUL HOPE'S CABARET PRESENTS CY COLEMAN! at PAUL HOPE CABARET
by Brett Cullum - Sep 14, 2026
Cy Coleman got started as a jazz musician. He was a child prodigy pianist and concertized at a very early age, and then he began writing pop songs in the ’50s. And had quite a few hits. Singers like Tony Bennett and Peggy Lee and Frank Sinatra all recorded his songs.
by Brett Cullum - Sep 14, 2026
Cy Coleman got started as a jazz musician. He was a child prodigy pianist and concertized at a very early age, and then he began writing pop songs in the ’50s. And had quite a few hits. Singers like Tony Bennett and Peggy Lee and Frank Sinatra all recorded his songs.
A MABEL MERCER BROADWAY PORTFOLIO to Feature Phillip Officer at Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2026
Phillip Officer will pay tribute to Mabel Mercer at Birdland, joined by Alice Ripley, Natalie Douglas and Marieann Meringolo for an evening of Broadway standards and storytelling.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2026
Phillip Officer will pay tribute to Mabel Mercer at Birdland, joined by Alice Ripley, Natalie Douglas and Marieann Meringolo for an evening of Broadway standards and storytelling.
Review: SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Celebrates Tony Bennett at Dizzy's Club
by Andrew Poretz - Aug 14, 2026
Deborah Grace Winer’s Songbook Sundays celebrates the Tony Bennett Centennial with Billy Stritch, Debby Boone, Gabrielle Stravelli, and David Marino in a sparkling evening of timeless songs, great stories, and first-rate musicianship.
by Andrew Poretz - Aug 14, 2026
Deborah Grace Winer’s Songbook Sundays celebrates the Tony Bennett Centennial with Billy Stritch, Debby Boone, Gabrielle Stravelli, and David Marino in a sparkling evening of timeless songs, great stories, and first-rate musicianship.
Review: Singer-Pianist Chris Barrett Receives a Warm Welcome at Pangea
by Rob Lester - Jun 22, 2026
It was lovely to see, and hear, Chris Barrett, a singer-pianist with flair and nostalgia, at Pangea. The performer got a warm welcome from loyal fans and new ones on May 15
by Rob Lester - Jun 22, 2026
It was lovely to see, and hear, Chris Barrett, a singer-pianist with flair and nostalgia, at Pangea. The performer got a warm welcome from loyal fans and new ones on May 15
Review: PETER PAN, JR. at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - May 2, 2026
Peter Pan, Jr. reminds us to look for the moments of joy and magic in our lives. Audiences will definitely want to catch both casts of this adorable production at Gettysburg Community Theatre.
by Andrea Stephenson - May 2, 2026
Peter Pan, Jr. reminds us to look for the moments of joy and magic in our lives. Audiences will definitely want to catch both casts of this adorable production at Gettysburg Community Theatre.
Listen: Melissa Errico Releases New American Songbook Album 'I Can Dream, Can’t I?'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026
Tony Award–nominated Broadway actress, singer, and author Melissa Errico has released her new American Songbook album, I Can Dream, Can’t I?, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Listen to it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026
Tony Award–nominated Broadway actress, singer, and author Melissa Errico has released her new American Songbook album, I Can Dream, Can’t I?, now available on all digital streaming platforms. Listen to it now.
John Pizzarelli to Present Tony Bennett Tribute Album, Out Early Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2025
Grammy-winning producer, guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli will celebrate the centennial of iconic singer Tony Bennett with a pair of heartfelt tributes.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2025
Grammy-winning producer, guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli will celebrate the centennial of iconic singer Tony Bennett with a pair of heartfelt tributes.
Video: Melissa Errico Shares Holiday Song 'Spring Will Be A Little Late This Year'
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has shared her new single, a rendition of Frank Loesser’s 1943 ballad, “Spring Will Be A Little Late This Year,” from her forthcoming album. Check out the official music video now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has shared her new single, a rendition of Frank Loesser’s 1943 ballad, “Spring Will Be A Little Late This Year,” from her forthcoming album. Check out the official music video now.
Listen: Melissa Errico Releases Three New Tracks From Forthcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has shared a new three-track bundle, comprising her renditions of “But Beautiful,” “Dancing on the Ceiling,” and “Remind Me.” Listen to them now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has shared a new three-track bundle, comprising her renditions of “But Beautiful,” “Dancing on the Ceiling,” and “Remind Me.” Listen to them now.
Video: Melissa Errico Drops Video for New Single 'There’ll Be Another Spring'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has released her new single, “There’ll Be Another Spring,” the 4th track from her forthcoming American Songbook album I Can Dream, Can’t I? Watch the lyric video now.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2025
Tony Award-nominated Broadway performer Melissa Errico has released her new single, “There’ll Be Another Spring,” the 4th track from her forthcoming American Songbook album I Can Dream, Can’t I? Watch the lyric video now.
Listen: Phillip Officer's YOU FASCINATE ME SO Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
xCENTER STAGE RECORDS has released You Fascinate Me So: Phillip Officer Salutes Mabel Mercer in streaming and digital formats. Listen here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
xCENTER STAGE RECORDS has released You Fascinate Me So: Phillip Officer Salutes Mabel Mercer in streaming and digital formats. Listen here!
Exclusive: First Listen to Phillip Officer's Opening Medley From Upcoming Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025
The new album from Phillip Officer – who originated the role of the “Geek” in the Broadway’s Tony Award-nominated musical Side Show – is out tomorrow. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to a track here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2025
The new album from Phillip Officer – who originated the role of the “Geek” in the Broadway’s Tony Award-nominated musical Side Show – is out tomorrow. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to a track here!
Photos: See Highlights from Meri Ziev's FROM 8 TRACKS TO LIVESTREAMS at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 22, 2025
On October 17 and 19, 2025, singer Meri Ziev and the Gregory Toroian Trio treated audiences at Don't Tell Mama to a night of song called From 8 Tracks to Livestreams. See photos from the show snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 22, 2025
On October 17 and 19, 2025, singer Meri Ziev and the Gregory Toroian Trio treated audiences at Don't Tell Mama to a night of song called From 8 Tracks to Livestreams. See photos from the show snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.
Photos: See Highlights from Jennifer Bassey's FROM SEXY SOAPS TO CLASSY CABARET at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 21, 2025
The star, best known as Marian Colby on ABC’s “All My Children,” made her solo cabaret debut on 10/14 and 10/15 filled with Broadway classics and memories of her often hysterical, sometimes heartbreaking, and frequently scandalous life
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 21, 2025
The star, best known as Marian Colby on ABC’s “All My Children,” made her solo cabaret debut on 10/14 and 10/15 filled with Broadway classics and memories of her often hysterical, sometimes heartbreaking, and frequently scandalous life
Cabaret Roundup: October 20-26- Jackie Cox, Cabaret Convention & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 20, 2025
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 20, 2025
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week
SEUSSICAL 25TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Andew Keenan-Bolger, Ann Harada and more. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Andew Keenan-Bolger, Ann Harada and more. Learn more!
Review: Halloween Started Early with STRANGE & UNUSUAL at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Andrew Poretz - Oct 12, 2025
With a diverse lineup of talented performers, this Halloween revue show was quite tight - the performers and the band were in sync and well-rehearsed. A spooky time was had by all!
by Andrew Poretz - Oct 12, 2025
With a diverse lineup of talented performers, this Halloween revue show was quite tight - the performers and the band were in sync and well-rehearsed. A spooky time was had by all!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Carolyn Leigh written?
Carolyn Leigh has written 9 shows including Peter Pan (Lyricist), Wildcat (Lyricist), Little Me (Lyricist), How Now, Dow Jones (Lyricist), Hellzapoppin (Lyricist), Smile (Lyricist), Jerome Robbins' Broadway (Lyricist), Mostly Sondheim (Lyricist), Come Fly Away (Lyricist).
What awards has Carolyn Leigh been nominated for?
Carolyn Leigh has been nominated for the following awards: Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for How Now, Dow Jones and Little Me.
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