Marc Summers believes that if he didn’t have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), he wouldn’t be where he is today. He looks back into the humble beginnings of his diverse career, his struggles with severe OCD, battles with cancer, and his resilience that ultimately defined his career journey.
Drew Gasparini
Drew Gasparini is a composer, lyricist whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Karate Kid.
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Video: Marc Summers Opens Up About Bringing Nickelodeon Nostalgia to the Stage
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-02-27 11:08:22
Photos & Video: Original Movie Cast Member William Zabka Visits THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-06-08 17:06:32
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals of the Pre-Broadway Run of THE KARATE KID
by Alan Henry - 2022-05-25 11:43:47
BWW Exclusive: Eva Noblezada & Alex Brightman Star in a Clip From LAW & ORDER: SVU
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-01-13 09:53:15
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Video: Ralph Macchio Surprises KARATE KID Musical Opening
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2026
Ralph Macchio made a surprise curtain call appearance at The Karate Kid The Musical's Toronto opening night. Watch the footage from this special moment here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2026
Ralph Macchio made a surprise curtain call appearance at The Karate Kid The Musical's Toronto opening night. Watch the footage from this special moment here!
Review: THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL, Theatre Royal
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jul 2, 2026
Don’t miss the unforgettable theatrical experience of the season as this heartfelt coming-of-age story takes flight with spectacular musical numbers and dazzlingly inventive choreography. Daniel LaRusso’s journey is reimagined through movement, music, and raw, energetic storytelling. At its heart is the powerful bond between Daniel and Mr. Miyagi, who teaches that karate isn’t about fighting, it’s about balance, dignity, and respect.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jul 2, 2026
Don’t miss the unforgettable theatrical experience of the season as this heartfelt coming-of-age story takes flight with spectacular musical numbers and dazzlingly inventive choreography. Daniel LaRusso’s journey is reimagined through movement, music, and raw, energetic storytelling. At its heart is the powerful bond between Daniel and Mr. Miyagi, who teaches that karate isn’t about fighting, it’s about balance, dignity, and respect.
Tickets to THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL Canadian Premiere to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026
Tickets for the Canadian premiere of the UK premiere production of The Karate Kid- The Musical will go on public sale on June 1, 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026
Tickets for the Canadian premiere of the UK premiere production of The Karate Kid- The Musical will go on public sale on June 1, 2026.
Video: Get a First Look at THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
You can now get a first look at the UK premiere production of The Karate Kid - The Musical in a new trailer here! The musical is based on the Columbia Pictures motion picture
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
You can now get a first look at the UK premiere production of The Karate Kid - The Musical in a new trailer here! The musical is based on the Columbia Pictures motion picture
Interview: 'This Is A Dream': Musician & Lyricist Drew Gasparini On Bringing THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL To The UK
by Kat Mokrynski - May 12, 2026
Recently, we had the chance to speak with Drew Gasparini, who wrote the music and lyrics for The Karate Kid. We discussed what his creative process has been like for the show, what it’s like to write for an adaptation versus an original piece of work and even how he didn’t actually want to be a part of the Karate Kid musical in the first place!
by Kat Mokrynski - May 12, 2026
Recently, we had the chance to speak with Drew Gasparini, who wrote the music and lyrics for The Karate Kid. We discussed what his creative process has been like for the show, what it’s like to write for an adaptation versus an original piece of work and even how he didn’t actually want to be a part of the Karate Kid musical in the first place!
Photos: Gino Ochello and More in THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL UK Premiere
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
All new photos have been released from the UK premiere of The Karate Kid - The Musical, now playing at the New Wimbledon Theatre before touring. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
All new photos have been released from the UK premiere of The Karate Kid - The Musical, now playing at the New Wimbledon Theatre before touring. Check out the photos here!
FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL at Chelsea Table + Stage Cast Unveiled
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL, featuring actor-musicians GraceAnn Kontak, Sam Vana, and others, will transfer Off-Broadway to Chelsea Table + Stage following its acclaimed downtown run.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL, featuring actor-musicians GraceAnn Kontak, Sam Vana, and others, will transfer Off-Broadway to Chelsea Table + Stage following its acclaimed downtown run.
Photos: THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL UK Tour In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for the UK premiere tour of THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL, based on the Columbia Pictures film. The stage adaptation features a book by Robert Mark Kamen and music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini, bringing the story of Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi to the stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for the UK premiere tour of THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL, based on the Columbia Pictures film. The stage adaptation features a book by Robert Mark Kamen and music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini, bringing the story of Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi to the stage.
THE MAD ONES Musical Will Come to Sydney's Loading Dock Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026
The Little Big Theatre Co will present THE MAD ONES, a coming-of-age musical by Kerrigan & Lowdermilk told through a queer lens, at The Loading Dock Theatre by Qtopia Sydney from April 30 – May 16.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026
The Little Big Theatre Co will present THE MAD ONES, a coming-of-age musical by Kerrigan & Lowdermilk told through a queer lens, at The Loading Dock Theatre by Qtopia Sydney from April 30 – May 16.
UK Tour of THE KARATE KID MUSICAL Thrusts Stages St. Louis onto the International Theatre Scene
by James Lindhorst - Mar 11, 2026
Stages St. Louis is about to be thrust onto the international theatre scene with the U.K. premiere of The Karate Kid - The Musical. The critically acclaimed world premiere played to sold-out houses during its 5-week run that was originally produced at Stages St. Louis in 2022.
by James Lindhorst - Mar 11, 2026
Stages St. Louis is about to be thrust onto the international theatre scene with the U.K. premiere of The Karate Kid - The Musical. The critically acclaimed world premiere played to sold-out houses during its 5-week run that was originally produced at Stages St. Louis in 2022.
Cast Set For THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Full casting has been set for the UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL. Learn more about the upcoming tour and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Full casting has been set for the UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL. Learn more about the upcoming tour and find out how to get tickets here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 24, 2026- Broadway Blizzard Updates and More
by - Feb 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Drew Gasparini and Alex Brightman's IT’S KIND OF A FUNNY STORY to Have Industry Reading This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
Drew Gasparini and Alex Brightman’s new musical, It’s Kind of a Funny Story, is coming to New York for a special industry presentation as the project continues its path toward full production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
Drew Gasparini and Alex Brightman’s new musical, It’s Kind of a Funny Story, is coming to New York for a special industry presentation as the project continues its path toward full production.
New Musical LATE Arrives In March At Boston Center For The Arts Plaza Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
Moonbox Productions will bring a developmental production of the new musical LATE to the Plaza Theatre at Boston Center for the Arts March 6–14, 2026. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
Moonbox Productions will bring a developmental production of the new musical LATE to the Plaza Theatre at Boston Center for the Arts March 6–14, 2026. Learn more here!
LATE: A NEW MUSICAL to Receive Developmental Production at Boston Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
Moonbox Productions will present the developmental production of LATE, a new musical exploring the emotional journey of adolescents in the wake of school shootings, at the Plaza Theatre, Boston Center for the Arts from March 6-14, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
Moonbox Productions will present the developmental production of LATE, a new musical exploring the emotional journey of adolescents in the wake of school shootings, at the Plaza Theatre, Boston Center for the Arts from March 6-14, 2026.
13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL Will Make North American Premiere in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026
The 2026/27 Operation Mirvish Theatre Season has been announced at the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto, including the North American premiere of 13 Going on 30 - The Musical. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026
The 2026/27 Operation Mirvish Theatre Season has been announced at the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto, including the North American premiere of 13 Going on 30 - The Musical. Learn more here!
Listen: Drew Gasparini and Alex Brightman's IT’S KIND OF A FUNNY STORY Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Center Stage Records has released the EP featuring three selections from It’s Kind of a Funny Story: A New Musical in streaming and digital formats today, Friday, November 14. It’s Kind of a Funny Story features music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini and book by two-time Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Center Stage Records has released the EP featuring three selections from It’s Kind of a Funny Story: A New Musical in streaming and digital formats today, Friday, November 14. It’s Kind of a Funny Story features music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini and book by two-time Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman.
FRIGID New York to Present FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL At UNDER St. Marks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
FRIGID New York will present the World Premiere of Falling Out, a new musical with Book, Music, and Lyrics by Josée Weigand-Klein, directed by Anthony Logan Cole with Musical Direction by Calvin Hitchcock.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
FRIGID New York will present the World Premiere of Falling Out, a new musical with Book, Music, and Lyrics by Josée Weigand-Klein, directed by Anthony Logan Cole with Musical Direction by Calvin Hitchcock.
THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL Will Embark on UK Premiere Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
A UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
A UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Learn more about the production here!
Review: FIND YOUR LIGHT FOUNDATION BENEFIT CONCERT FOR ARTS EDUCATION at The Appel Room
by Andrew Poretz - Oct 13, 2025
Stars such as Malea Joi Moon and Jordan Fisher joined Josh Groban for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, dinner, auctions and stunning performances.
by Andrew Poretz - Oct 13, 2025
Stars such as Malea Joi Moon and Jordan Fisher joined Josh Groban for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, dinner, auctions and stunning performances.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Drew Gasparini written?
Drew Gasparini has written 1 shows including The Karate Kid (Composer).
Podcasts
Ep 136-Opening Night of "Life & Slimes Of Marc Summers!" Now Playing At New World Stages!
You know we LOVE Marc Summers! He is an icon, a TV staple, and a friend of our show! We were at the opening night party! NOTE: It was loud so the sound is a little on the rowdy side, but you will def. get the vibe of the celebration in for Marc & the show!
#5 - Drew Gasparini: From College Dropout to Broadway Composer
Meet Drew “Fuckin’” Gasparini. Get ready to be greatly entertained in this hilarious episode with composer and lyricist Drew Gasparini. Honestly, these show notes are hard to write because we had so much fun and talked about such a vast array of topics.
Ep40 - Drew Gasparini: The Husky Kid
Drew Gasparini is writing the scores for a number of new stage musicals including the Broadway-bound adaptation of The Karate Kid, an adaptation of Night Shift for Warner Bros.
Episode 275: Drew Gasparini gets Broadwaysted!
"That score is pretty outrageous. Hamlisch killed it. But there's--that's a great name for a podcast right there." Play along as Drew Gasparini (@DrewGasparini - It's Kind of a Funny Story, Skittles Commercial: The Broadway Musical) joins Bryan, Kevin, and Kimberly for wine, broadway talk, theatre games, bad puns, and a little bit of scotch.
"I only ever want to be Ben Harper famous." Drew Gasparini is an award winning musical theatre songwriter and performer. Currently he is writing the scores for a number of new stage musicals including the Broadway-bound adaptation of The Karate Kid, an adaptation of Night Shift for Warner Bros.
Broadway's original Dr. Pomatter, Drew Gehling (Waitress, Jersey Boys), joins the podcast to chat with his fellow former Disneyland Cast Member David and together they discuss Drew's incredible performance as The Prince (and The Huntsman at certain performances) in Snow White: An Enchanting New Musical.
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