David Yazbek
Latest News on David Yazbek:
North Shore Music Theatre to Bring TOOTSIE To The Stage in August (Jul 24, 2024)
Arena Stage Adds THE BEDWETTER to 2024-25 Season (Jul 17, 2024)
Will DEAD OUTLAW Open on Broadway in 2025? (Jul 11, 2024)
North Shore Music Theatre to Bring TOOTSIE To The Stage in August (Jul 24, 2024)
Arena Stage Adds THE BEDWETTER to 2024-25 Season (Jul 17, 2024)
Will DEAD OUTLAW Open on Broadway in 2025? (Jul 11, 2024)
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David Yazbek has become one of Broadway's preeminent composer/lyricists. Three of his shows, The Full Monty, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, and Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown have been nominated for Best Score Tony Awards. He is a Tony Award winner for his most recent musical, The Band's Visit, which opened on Broadway to rave reviews and has been named to every Best of the Year list for 2017. The show also received 10 Tony Awards, as well as the Lucille Lortel Award, the Outer Critics Circle Award, and the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best Musical. He's also received three Grammy nominations and a Drama Desk Award. Yazbek won an Outstanding Writing Emmy Award for his stint on "Late Night with David Letterman." He scored the last season of HBO's "Boardwalk Empire," wrote the theme song to "Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego," and has written hundreds of songs, scripts, scores and jingles for adult and children's TV. As a recording artist, Yazbek is responsible for five albums—The Laughing Man, Tock, Damascus, Tape Recorder, and Evil Monkey Man. He has written and/or produced for such acts as XTC, Ruben Blades, The Persuasions, Joe Jackson, Tito Puente and many others. As a performer, he and his band are engaged in an ongoing series of monthly shows at NYC's 54 Below club.
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Neil Pepe (Artistic Director), David Yazbek (Music Producer), Marco Paguia (Music Director), Dean Sharenow (Music Supervisor), Justin Peck (Co-Choreographer), Saheem Ali (Director), Marco Ramirez (Book), Orin Wolf (Producer), Patricia Delgado (Co-Choreographer)
Date:
10/13/2023
From: Photos: Inside Rehearsal For BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Off-Broadway
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David Yazbek Awards and Nominations
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Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Lyrics
David Yazbek, Dead Outlaw
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Music
David Yazbek, Dead Outlaw
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Orchestrations
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Best Musical
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
David Yazbek, Dead Outlaw
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Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Lyrics
David Yazbek, Tootsie
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Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Music
David Yazbek, Tootsie
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Best Musical
David Yazbek, Tootsie
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding New Score
David Yazbek, Tootsie
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
David Yazbek, Tootsie
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Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
David Yazbek, The Band's Visit
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
David Yazbek, The Band's Visit
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Music
David Yazbek, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Orchestrations
David Yazbek, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
David Yazbek, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
David Yazbek, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
David Yazbek, The Full Monty
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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Lyrics
David Yazbek, The Full Monty
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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Music
David Yazbek, The Full Monty
David Yazbek Videos
VIDEO: Ramin Karimloo & Hadley Fraser Sing 'Dirty Rotten Number' from DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS
by Joshua Wright - Jun 13, 2024
Video: Watch a Sneak Peek of New Musical by THE BAND'S VISIT Creators, DEAD OUTLAW
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2024
Exclusive: Roberto Araujo Gives Sneak Peek of I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 15, 2023
Exclusive Video: Watch 'Michael Jordan's Ball' From THE FULL MONTY at Transcendence Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2023
VIDEO: David Yazbek Discusses His Career, Process, and Inspiration With the Atlantic Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2020
VIDEO: Take a Look at the Trailer for Bay Area Musicals' THE FULL MONTY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2020
VIDEO: The Cast Of TOOTSIE Performs 'Unstoppable' at the 2019 TONYS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 10, 2019
Tonys Talk: David Yazbek, Robert Horn & Scott Ellis Reveal How They Updated TOOTSIE for 2019
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jun 6, 2019
WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 6, 2019
David Yazbek News
North Shore Music Theatre to Bring TOOTSIE To The Stage in August
North Shore Music Theatre will present the musical comedy TOOTSIE in August. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
North Shore Music Theatre will present the musical comedy TOOTSIE in August. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Arena Stage Adds THE BEDWETTER to 2024-25 Season
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has added The Bedwetter to its 2024/25 Season. Handpicked as part of Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif's inaugural season, The Bedwetter, the new musical based on comedian Sarah Silverman’s heartfelt memoir, will make its D.C. premiere next year.
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has added The Bedwetter to its 2024/25 Season. Handpicked as part of Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif's inaugural season, The Bedwetter, the new musical based on comedian Sarah Silverman’s heartfelt memoir, will make its D.C. premiere next year.
Will DEAD OUTLAW Open on Broadway in 2025?
It's already one of the most-awarded shows of 2024, but will Dead Outlaw rise from the dead in 2025? According to composer David Yazbek, plans are already underway.
It's already one of the most-awarded shows of 2024, but will Dead Outlaw rise from the dead in 2025? According to composer David Yazbek, plans are already underway.
TOOTSIE Comes to Theatre By The Sea
In celebration of 91 years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney will present the Tony® Award-winning musical Tootsie, which will be presented from June 26 – July 20, 2024.
In celebration of 91 years of Theatre By The Sea, owner and producer Bill Hanney will present the Tony® Award-winning musical Tootsie, which will be presented from June 26 – July 20, 2024.
VIDEO: Ramin Karimloo & Hadley Fraser Sing 'Dirty Rotten Number' from DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS
Before Dirty Rotten Scoundrels comes The London Palladium in concert for two very special performances on Sunday 24 November, watch Ramin Karimloo and Hadley Fraser sing 'Dirty Rotten Number' in this all-new promo video.
Before Dirty Rotten Scoundrels comes The London Palladium in concert for two very special performances on Sunday 24 November, watch Ramin Karimloo and Hadley Fraser sing 'Dirty Rotten Number' in this all-new promo video.
Photos: Backstage with the Drama Desk Awards Winners
Check out photos from backstage with the winners of the 2024 Drama Desk Awards!
Check out photos from backstage with the winners of the 2024 Drama Desk Awards!
2024 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway came together for the 68th Annual Drama Desk Awards, which were held at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
TOOTISE Extended at Diamond Head Theatre to Late June
Diamond Head Theatre has extended TOOTSIE due to popular demand. Follow Michael Dorsey's comedic journey as he disguises himself as Dorothy Michaels to achieve Broadway stardom. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Diamond Head Theatre has extended TOOTSIE due to popular demand. Follow Michael Dorsey's comedic journey as he disguises himself as Dorothy Michaels to achieve Broadway stardom. Learn how to purchase tickets.
SHE WAS HERE World Premiere & More Set for Austin Playhouse 25th Anniversary Season
Austin Playhouse 2024-25 Season will include a world premiere, an outlandishly fun musical, a thought-provoking masterpiece, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Austin Playhouse 2024-25 Season will include a world premiere, an outlandishly fun musical, a thought-provoking masterpiece, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Broadway Bets Raises $540,600 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
Broadway Bets, the annual evening of Texas Hold ’em poker at Sardi’s, one of the theater district’s most legendary restaurants, raised a record $540,600 on June 3, 2024. See photos!
Broadway Bets, the annual evening of Texas Hold ’em poker at Sardi’s, one of the theater district’s most legendary restaurants, raised a record $540,600 on June 3, 2024. See photos!
Ramin Karimloo and Hadley Frasier Will Lead DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS Concert at the London Palladium
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is coming to The London Palladium in concert for two very special performances on Sunday 24 November.
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is coming to The London Palladium in concert for two very special performances on Sunday 24 November.
Hank Azaria, Ramin Karimloo & More Join Lineup for Broadway Bets 2024
A full house of Broadway favorites are in the cards to attend Broadway’s official game night when Broadway Bets returns this Monday, June 3, 2024. Check out the full list of celebrity guests here!
A full house of Broadway favorites are in the cards to attend Broadway’s official game night when Broadway Bets returns this Monday, June 3, 2024. Check out the full list of celebrity guests here!
Interview: Victoria Clark and Jason Danieley talk BROADWAY TODAY! BROADWAY'S MODERN MASTERS
Interview: Victoria Clark and Jason Danieley talk BROADWAY TODAY! BROADWAY'S MODERN MASTERS
Interview: Victoria Clark and Jason Danieley talk BROADWAY TODAY! BROADWAY'S MODERN MASTERS
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 29, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 29, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 29, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Inside 2024 New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards
The New York Drama Critics' Circle named David Adjmi’s Stereophonic best play of the 2023-24 season. The award for best musical went to Dead Outlaw, music and lyrics by David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, book by Itamar Moses. Check out photos from inside the ceremony!
The New York Drama Critics' Circle named David Adjmi’s Stereophonic best play of the 2023-24 season. The award for best musical went to Dead Outlaw, music and lyrics by David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, book by Itamar Moses. Check out photos from inside the ceremony!
Bebe Neuwirth, Huey Lewis, Jeremy Jordan, Set for Broadway Teachers Workshop
Celebrating its 24th year, the Broadway Teachers Workshop is an enormously popular three-day series of interactive workshops and seminars with prominent Broadway artists, tickets to four (4) hit shows, and post-show discussions with cast and crew.
Celebrating its 24th year, the Broadway Teachers Workshop is an enormously popular three-day series of interactive workshops and seminars with prominent Broadway artists, tickets to four (4) hit shows, and post-show discussions with cast and crew.
Photos: Inside the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Just yesterday, the Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, celebrated the winners of the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards. View a full list of winners and check out photos from inside the special event here.
Just yesterday, the Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, celebrated the winners of the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards. View a full list of winners and check out photos from inside the special event here.
Interview: Craig Smith of THE FULL MONTY at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
The Full Monty, adapted from the 1997 British film, features a score by David Yazbek and book by Terrence McNally. The show introduces the audience to six unemployed steelworkers who come up with a seemingly crazy way to raise some money—performing a Chippendales-style act. The Full Monty, which first opened on Broadway in 2000, follows these characters and their families as they work to overcome both external and internal struggles. Actor Craig Smith takes the stage as Jerry in The Full Monty at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre.
The Full Monty, adapted from the 1997 British film, features a score by David Yazbek and book by Terrence McNally. The show introduces the audience to six unemployed steelworkers who come up with a seemingly crazy way to raise some money—performing a Chippendales-style act. The Full Monty, which first opened on Broadway in 2000, follows these characters and their families as they work to overcome both external and internal struggles. Actor Craig Smith takes the stage as Jerry in The Full Monty at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre.
TOOTSIE Continues Way Off Broadway's 30th Anniversary Season
The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will continue its blockbuster 30th Anniversary Season this summer with the new comedy musical Tootsie, opening June 21st.
The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will continue its blockbuster 30th Anniversary Season this summer with the new comedy musical Tootsie, opening June 21st.
Inkwell Singers Bring BROADWAY BABIES: Our Favorite Showtunes to The Triad in June
INKWELL SINGERS will debut their new show BROADWAY BABIES: Our Favorite Showtunes on June 6th and June 8th, 2024, at 7:00pm at The Triad Theater.
INKWELL SINGERS will debut their new show BROADWAY BABIES: Our Favorite Showtunes on June 6th and June 8th, 2024, at 7:00pm at The Triad Theater.
David Yazbek FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has David Yazbek written?
David Yazbek has written 7 shows including Mojo (Music), The Full Monty (Composer), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Composer), Women On The Verge Of A Nervous Breakdown (Lyricist), The Band's Visit (Music and Lyrics), Tootsie (Composer & Lyricist), Dead Outlaw (Music & Lyrics).
What awards has David Yazbek been nominated for?
David Yazbek has been nominated for the following awards: Outstanding Lyrics, Outstanding Music, and Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for "Dead Outlaw." He was also nominated for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Dead Outlaw," Outstanding Orchestrations and Outstanding Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Dead Outlaw." Additionally, he received nominations for Outstanding Lyrics and Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "Tootsie," as well as Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Tootsie" and Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Tootsie." Furthermore, he won the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for both "Tootsie" and "The Band's Visit." Yazbek also received nominations for Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Band's Visit." For "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown," he was nominated for Outstanding Music and Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards. Additionally, Yazbek was nominated for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" and "The Full Monty." He also received nominations for Outstanding Lyrics and Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Full Monty."
What awards has David Yazbek won?
David Yazbek has won several awards for his work in Broadway musicals. These include Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for "Dead Outlaw" and "Tootsie," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Dead Outlaw" and "Tootsie," Best Original Score at the Tony Awards for "The Band's Visit," Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Band's Visit," and Outstanding Lyrics and Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Full Monty."
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