Colin Escott
Latest News on Colin Escott:
Tickets Now On Sale For Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Summer Theatre Series (Feb 13, 2026)
LIFELINE at Road Theatre Extends Run Due to Popular Demand (Feb 11, 2026)
Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at The Phoenix Theatre Company (Dec 21, 2025)
Tickets Now On Sale For Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Summer Theatre Series (Feb 13, 2026)
LIFELINE at Road Theatre Extends Run Due to Popular Demand (Feb 11, 2026)
Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at The Phoenix Theatre Company (Dec 21, 2025)
BIO
Born in England, Colin Escott lives near Nashville, Tennessee. He is the author of several books, including Good Rockin' Tonight: Sun Records and the Birth of Rock 'n' Roll, the first in-depth account of the Sun Records story. He coproduced "Hank Williams: Honky Tonk Blues" for PBS and BBC, and won a Grammy for The Complete Hank Williams on Mercury Records. He is a consultant to Time Life Music.
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Book of a Musical
Colin Escott, Million Dollar Quartet
Videos
Video: First Look at MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at North Shore Music Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-26 17:24:24
VIDEO: There's a Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On in Highlights from MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Paper Mill Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-30 11:12:29
TV: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Gang Gets Back Together at Paper Mill Playhouse- Go Inside Rehearsal!
by TV - On the Road - 2017-03-26 13:00:01
VIDEO: Watch First Promo for CMT's SUN RECORDS, Based on Broadway's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-12-19 14:09:27
Breaking News: THE BODYGUARD to Launch National Tour at Paper Mill Playhouse; Full 2016-17 Season Set!
by Tyler Peterson - 2016-02-19 12:47:42
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Stage Tube - 2015-08-28 16:36:39
STAGE TUBE: Ladies from BABY IT'S YOU! Cover 'Firework' for July 4th!
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-06-30 13:09:44
TV: Original Lead Singer of The Shirelles Announces Post-Show BABY IT'S YOU Concerts
by Robert Diamond - 2011-06-15 19:38:38
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of the BABY IT'S YOU! Recording Session
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-05-18 16:57:29
TV: Robert Britton Lyons Brings His Rockabilly Alter-Ego Back to Broadway in MDQ!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-05-13 13:19:37
STAGE TUBE: Cowboy Jack Clement Performs in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-04-22 15:07:33
News
Tickets Now On Sale For Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Summer Theatre Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has opened single-ticket sales for its 2026 Summer Theatre Series, themed 'Legends and Legacy,' in celebration of its 35th anniversary.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has opened single-ticket sales for its 2026 Summer Theatre Series, themed 'Legends and Legacy,' in celebration of its 35th anniversary.
LIFELINE at Road Theatre Extends Run Due to Popular Demand
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
The second show of Road Theatre Company's 2025-2026 season, the critically acclaimed, world premiere of LIFELINE, written by Robert Axelrod and directed by Ken Sawyer is extending through Saturday, March 14 at 8pm.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
The second show of Road Theatre Company's 2025-2026 season, the critically acclaimed, world premiere of LIFELINE, written by Robert Axelrod and directed by Ken Sawyer is extending through Saturday, March 14 at 8pm.
Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Dec 21, 2025
A 2 hour, high-voltage, rock ‘n roll joyride with the founding fathers of rock ‘n’ roll.
by Herbert Paine - Dec 21, 2025
A 2 hour, high-voltage, rock ‘n roll joyride with the founding fathers of rock ‘n’ roll.
San Jose Stage Company Reveals MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Cast And Creative Team
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
San Jose Stage Company will continue its 43rd season with Million Dollar Quartet, the Broadway musical by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux inspired by the true story of a historic recording session at Sun Records.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
San Jose Stage Company will continue its 43rd season with Million Dollar Quartet, the Broadway musical by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux inspired by the true story of a historic recording session at Sun Records.
Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Rubicon Theatre Co.
by Cary Ginell - Oct 27, 2025
Musically superb, a faulty book prevents 'Million Dollar Quartet' from being one of the best rock musicals of all time. Four musicians perform as Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, and Johnny Cash in a shows inspired by an impromptu Memphis recording session in December 1956.
by Cary Ginell - Oct 27, 2025
Musically superb, a faulty book prevents 'Million Dollar Quartet' from being one of the best rock musicals of all time. Four musicians perform as Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, and Johnny Cash in a shows inspired by an impromptu Memphis recording session in December 1956.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends at Playhouse on Park
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025
Due to popular demand, Playhouse Theatre Group, Inc. has extended its production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Playhouse on Park. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025
Due to popular demand, Playhouse Theatre Group, Inc. has extended its production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Playhouse on Park. Learn more about the show here!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Open Rubicon Theatre Company 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Rubicon Theatre will launch the company's 2025-2026 'CROSSROADS' Season with Million Dollar Quartet. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Rubicon Theatre will launch the company's 2025-2026 'CROSSROADS' Season with Million Dollar Quartet. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At South Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
South Coast Repertory has opened its 62nd season with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, running September 13–October 19, 2025, on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
South Coast Repertory has opened its 62nd season with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, running September 13–October 19, 2025, on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos of the production.
San Jose Stage Company Unveils Its 43rd Season With MCNEAL & More
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The new season includes McNeal, Million Dollar Quartet, The Lehman Trilogy, The Coast Starlight, and We Will Rock You. Learn more about the upcoming shows now!
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The new season includes McNeal, Million Dollar Quartet, The Lehman Trilogy, The Coast Starlight, and We Will Rock You. Learn more about the upcoming shows now!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends at South Coast Repertory
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
South Coast Repertory announced that due to strong presales and audience response, Million Dollar Quartet, book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, original concept and direction by Mutrux, will run for an extra eight performances.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
South Coast Repertory announced that due to strong presales and audience response, Million Dollar Quartet, book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, original concept and direction by Mutrux, will run for an extra eight performances.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Comes to the Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
Walnut Street Theatre will kick off their 217th season of legendary stories with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. This production begins previews in September. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
Walnut Street Theatre will kick off their 217th season of legendary stories with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET. This production begins previews in September. Learn more here!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, GUTENBERG!, and More Set For Playhouse on Park 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025
Playhouse on Park has announced its 2025-26 Season. Subscription renewals for current subscribers and new subscriber subscriptions are on sale now; individual tickets go on sale Monday, August 25th.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025
Playhouse on Park has announced its 2025-26 Season. Subscription renewals for current subscribers and new subscriber subscriptions are on sale now; individual tickets go on sale Monday, August 25th.
Harlequin Productions Unveils its Landmark 35th Season
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2025
Harlequin Productions’ 2026 Season was revealed on Saturday, August 9, at Harlequin’s Annual Gala and 2026 Season Announcement at the State Theater in downtown Olympia. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2025
Harlequin Productions’ 2026 Season was revealed on Saturday, August 9, at Harlequin’s Annual Gala and 2026 Season Announcement at the State Theater in downtown Olympia. We have all of the details here!
Sharon Playhouse Reveals Casting For 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025
The Sharon Playhouse will continue its tradition of pairing extraordinary talent from Broadway, television and film with talented local theater artists from the region and beyond, proudly announces casting for the 2025 season.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025
The Sharon Playhouse will continue its tradition of pairing extraordinary talent from Broadway, television and film with talented local theater artists from the region and beyond, proudly announces casting for the 2025 season.
Hangar Theatre Launches 2025 Summer Mainstage Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025
The Hangar Theatre has begun rehearsals for its 2025 three-show Mainstage season, marking the 51st season and 50th birthday of the Ithaca arts organization. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025
The Hangar Theatre has begun rehearsals for its 2025 three-show Mainstage season, marking the 51st season and 50th birthday of the Ithaca arts organization. Learn more here!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends At Paramount Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2025
Paramount Theatre's smash hit Million Dollar Quartet has just been extended an additional six months through January 4, 2026, by popular demand.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2025
Paramount Theatre's smash hit Million Dollar Quartet has just been extended an additional six months through January 4, 2026, by popular demand.
South Coast Repertory Reveals 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
South Coast Repertory has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring the return of Million Dollar Quartet, the milestone 45th anniversary of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, and more.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
South Coast Repertory has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring the return of Million Dollar Quartet, the milestone 45th anniversary of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, and more.
DISNEY’S FROZEN and More Set for Duluth Playhouse 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025
Duluth Playhouse has unveiled its 2025-2026 Main Stage, Underground, and Youth Theatre seasons. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025
Duluth Playhouse has unveiled its 2025-2026 Main Stage, Underground, and Youth Theatre seasons. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At Milwaukee Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will present the final show in its 2024/25 Season, the Tony Award-winning hit Million Dollar Quartet. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will present the final show in its 2024/25 Season, the Tony Award-winning hit Million Dollar Quartet. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Allenberry
by Andrea Stephenson - Feb 10, 2025
Million Dollar Quartet is a high-energy show with an all-star cast. Visit keystonetheatrics.com for more information and get your tickets before its too late.
by Andrea Stephenson - Feb 10, 2025
Million Dollar Quartet is a high-energy show with an all-star cast. Visit keystonetheatrics.com for more information and get your tickets before its too late.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Colin Escott written?
Colin Escott has written 2 shows including Million Dollar Quartet (Bookwriter), Baby It's You! (Bookwriter).
What awards has Colin Escott been nominated for?
and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Million Dollar Quartet.
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