David Lindsay-Abaire
Latest News on David Lindsay-Abaire:
SHREK THE MUSICAL Arrives At The Washington Pavilion This Month (Oct 1, 2024)
THE WIZARD OF OZ Adaptations and Spin-Offs to Watch Before WICKED: A Guide (Oct 4, 2024)
Gooseberry Park Players Will Perform SHREK THE MUSICAL in 2025 (Sep 30, 2024)
SHREK THE MUSICAL Arrives At The Washington Pavilion This Month (Oct 1, 2024)
THE WIZARD OF OZ Adaptations and Spin-Offs to Watch Before WICKED: A Guide (Oct 4, 2024)
Gooseberry Park Players Will Perform SHREK THE MUSICAL in 2025 (Sep 30, 2024)
BIO
David Lindsay-Abaire was most recently nominated for two Tony Awards for his work on Shrek The Musical: Best Book of a Musical and Best Score (with composer Jeanine Tesori). Prior to that he was awarded the 2008 Ed Kleban Award as America's most promising musical theatre lyricist and the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for his play Rabbit Hole, which premiered on Broadway at MTC. Rabbit Hole also received five Tony Award nominations, including Best Play, and the Spirit of America Award. His other shows include Fuddy Meers, Kimberly Akimbo, Wonder of the World, High Fidelity and A Devil Inside, among others. In addition to his work in theatre, David's screen adaptation of Rabbit Hole is scheduled for release this month. It stars Nicole Kidman and is directed by John Cameron Mitchell. David is a proud New Dramatists alum, a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College and the Juilliard School, as well as a member of the WGA and the Dramatists Guild Council.
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Atlantic Theater Company Artistic Director Neil Pepe, Atlantic Theater Company School Executive Director Mary McCann, Choreographer Danny Mefford, Director Jessica Stone, Composer Jeanine Tesori, Book/Lyrics/Original Play David Lindsay-Abaire and Atlantic Teater Company Managing Director Jeffrey Lawson
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12/09/2021
From: Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Atlantic Theater Company
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Book of a Musical
David Lindsay-Abaire, Kimberly Akimbo
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Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
David Lindsay-AbaireKimberly Akimbo
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Lyrics
David Lindsay-Abaire, Kimberly Akimbo
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Best Musical
David Lindsay-AbaireKimberly Akimbo
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
David Lindsay-Abaire, Kimberly Akimbo
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Score
David Lindsay-AbaireKimberly Akimbo
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Play
David Lindsay-Abaire, Good People
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Play
David Lindsay-Abaire, Good People
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Book of a Musical
David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek The Musical
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek The Musical
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- 2008 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist
David Lindsay-Abaire
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek the Musical
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Lyrics
David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek the Musical
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The Pulitzer Prize - 2007 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama
David Lindsay-Abaire, Rabbit Hole
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Play
David Lindsay-Abaire, Rabbit Hole
Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play
David Lindsay-AbaireWonder of the World
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2000 - John Gassner Playwriting Award
David Lindsay-Abaire, Fuddy Meers
Videos
Video: Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil Sing 'Now' at KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour Sitzprobe
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 1, 2024
Video: Watch LaChanze Discuss Becoming a Broadway Producer on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 18, 2024
Video: Watch KIMBERLY AKIMBO Perform 'This Time' on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Michael Major - Feb 7, 2024
VIDEO: KIMBERLY AKIMBO's Steven Boyer and Alli Mauzey Talk Food & Drinks Near the Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 15, 2023
Video: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Kicks Off CBS MORNINGS' 'Road to the Tonys' Series
by Michael Major - May 24, 2023
Video: Watch KIMBERLY AKIMBO's NPR Tiny Desk Concert With Bonnie Milligan, Victoria Clark & More
by Michael Major - May 19, 2023
VIDEO: Victoria Clark & KIMBERLY AKIMBO Cast Perform 'Anagram' on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - Dec 27, 2022
Video: KIMBERLY AKIMBO's Steven Boyer Shares Why Audiences Need to Flock to the Theatre
by Survival Jobs - Oct 16, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks Auditioning and THE MUSIC MAN on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 8, 2022
News
SHREK THE MUSICAL Arrives At The Washington Pavilion This Month
SHREK THE MUSICAL will be performed at the Washington Pavilion from October 24–26, 2024. This family-friendly show brings the beloved characters of Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey to life on stage.
SHREK THE MUSICAL will be performed at the Washington Pavilion from October 24–26, 2024. This family-friendly show brings the beloved characters of Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey to life on stage.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Adaptations and Spin-Offs to Watch Before WICKED: A Guide
To prepare for the big moment of seeing the tale on screen, BroadwayWorld has put together a list of film projects that we think are worth viewing or revisiting before Wicked flies into theaters on November 22.
To prepare for the big moment of seeing the tale on screen, BroadwayWorld has put together a list of film projects that we think are worth viewing or revisiting before Wicked flies into theaters on November 22.
Gooseberry Park Players Will Perform SHREK THE MUSICAL in 2025
Gooseberry Park Players have announced that Shrek the Musical will be its 2025 production! This hilarious, heartwarming and unforgettable fairy tale is packed with opportunities for students to “ogre-achieve” in the company's 43rd season.
Gooseberry Park Players have announced that Shrek the Musical will be its 2025 production! This hilarious, heartwarming and unforgettable fairy tale is packed with opportunities for students to “ogre-achieve” in the company's 43rd season.
Tony-Winning Musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO Is Coming To The Eccles Theater
Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles has announced that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL and the most critically acclaimed musical of its season, are now on sale.
Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles has announced that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL and the most critically acclaimed musical of its season, are now on sale.
SHREK THE MUSICAL Comes to Madison in October
A fun-filled, family-friendly adventure is coming to Madison this fall. “Shrek the Musical,” the Tony Award®-winning hit musical based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, will stop at Overture Center as part of the show’s cross-country national tour. Audiences can expect a Shrek that feels both familiar and refreshingly new, inviting everyone to “fall in love all ogre again.”
A fun-filled, family-friendly adventure is coming to Madison this fall. “Shrek the Musical,” the Tony Award®-winning hit musical based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, will stop at Overture Center as part of the show’s cross-country national tour. Audiences can expect a Shrek that feels both familiar and refreshingly new, inviting everyone to “fall in love all ogre again.”
Review: SHREK THE MUSICAL at Van Wezel
In a fun and heartwarming tale that many of us know well, 'Shrek the Musical' tells the story of an embittered ogre named Shrek whose peaceful swamp home is taken over by fairy tale creatures banished by the power-hungry Lord Farquaad. With the comical Donkey by his side, Shrek strikes a deal with Farquaad to save Princess Fiona and, in return, secure the rights to his beloved swamp.
In a fun and heartwarming tale that many of us know well, 'Shrek the Musical' tells the story of an embittered ogre named Shrek whose peaceful swamp home is taken over by fairy tale creatures banished by the power-hungry Lord Farquaad. With the comical Donkey by his side, Shrek strikes a deal with Farquaad to save Princess Fiona and, in return, secure the rights to his beloved swamp.
Review: SHREK THE MUSICAL at Capital One Hall
What did our critic think of SHREK THE MUSICAL at Capital One Hall?
What did our critic think of SHREK THE MUSICAL at Capital One Hall?
Review: SHREK THE MUSICAL at Reynolds Performance Hall
What did our critic think of SHREK THE MUSICAL at Reynolds Performance Hall?
What did our critic think of SHREK THE MUSICAL at Reynolds Performance Hall?
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to BroadwaySF's Curran Theatre
The five-time Tony Award winning musical, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The five-time Tony Award winning musical, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: SHREK: THE MUSICAL at Emerson Colonial Theatre
What did our critic think of SHREK: THE MUSICAL at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
What did our critic think of SHREK: THE MUSICAL at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
Single Tickets Now on Sale for 7 Fabulous Fox Broadway Season Shows - SHUCKED, MEAN GIRLS & More
Single tickets for seven shows in The Fabulous Fox’s 2024 – 2025 Broadway Series are on sale now! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Single tickets for seven shows in The Fabulous Fox’s 2024 – 2025 Broadway Series are on sale now! Learn how to purchase tickets.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO to Have Seattle Premiere at The Paramount Theatre
Individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, will go on sale in Seattle starting Tuesday, September 17 at 10am. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, will go on sale in Seattle starting Tuesday, September 17 at 10am. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Jocelyn Bioh Wins 2024 Horton Foote Prize for JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
The 2024 Horton Foote Prize has been awarded to Jocelyn Bioh for her play, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.
The 2024 Horton Foote Prize has been awarded to Jocelyn Bioh for her play, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.
SHREK THE MUSICAL & More Set for Emerson Colonial Theatre Fall 2024 Line-Up
The Emerson Colonial Theatre has revealed it's fall season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Emerson Colonial Theatre has revealed it's fall season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
SHREK THE MUSICAL To Make Two Stops In The Bay Area in December
An all-new version of SHREK THE MUSICAL will depart Duloc to embark on a cross-country national tour that includes two stops in the San Francisco Bay Area. Learn how to purchase tickets.
An all-new version of SHREK THE MUSICAL will depart Duloc to embark on a cross-country national tour that includes two stops in the San Francisco Bay Area. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil Sing 'Now' at KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour Sitzprobe
Watch Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil sing 'Now' during the Kimberly Akimbo North American Tour sitzprobe in the video here!
Watch Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil sing 'Now' during the Kimberly Akimbo North American Tour sitzprobe in the video here!
Appalachian Center For The Arts Announces 2024-2025 Vitality New Play Commissions
The Appalachian Center for the Arts has announced its 2024-2025 Vitality New Play Commissions. Five nationally-recognized playwrights are writing new plays for The App's Vitality Touring Theatre Company, which presents plays and musicals on health and wellness topics for elementary school through adult audiences.
The Appalachian Center for the Arts has announced its 2024-2025 Vitality New Play Commissions. Five nationally-recognized playwrights are writing new plays for The App's Vitality Touring Theatre Company, which presents plays and musicals on health and wellness topics for elementary school through adult audiences.
Previews: REGIONAL FALL THEATRE PREVIEW ROUNDUP
Lots of great shows are on the horizon across the islands!
Lots of great shows are on the horizon across the islands!
Heather Headley and Ben Platt Will Join Jason Robert Brown at Carnegie Hall
Tony and Grammy Award-winning artists Heather Headley and Ben Platt will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
Tony and Grammy Award-winning artists Heather Headley and Ben Platt will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO To Have West Coast Debut At San Diego Civic Theatre
The acclaimed musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO makes its West Coast debut in San Diego. Discover the story of a teenager with a rare condition navigating high school and family challenges.
The acclaimed musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO makes its West Coast debut in San Diego. Discover the story of a teenager with a rare condition navigating high school and family challenges.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has David Lindsay-Abaire written?
David Lindsay-Abaire has written 14 shows including Betty Boop Project (Bookwriter), My Man Godfrey (Bookwriter), Fuddy Meers (Playwright), Wonder of the World (Author), Kimberly Akimbo (Playwright), The 24 Hour Plays 2003 (Playwright), The 24 Hour Plays 2004 (Playwright), The 24 Hour Plays 2005 (Playwright), Rabbit Hole (Playwright), High Fidelity (Bookwriter), The 24 Hour Plays 2007 (Playwright), Good People (Playwright), Ripcord (Author), Shrek the Musical (Bookwriter).
What awards has David Lindsay-Abaire been nominated for?
David Lindsay-Abaire has received numerous nominations for his work, including: - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Outstanding Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Good People - Best Play (Tony Awards) for Good People - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Shrek The Musical - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Shrek The Musical - Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Shrek The Musical - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Shrek The Musical - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Rabbit Hole - Best Play (Tony Awards) for Rabbit Hole - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Wonder of the World - John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Fuddy Meers.
What awards has David Lindsay-Abaire won?
David Lindsay-Abaire has won several prestigious awards, including: - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo - Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Rabbit Hole.
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