Eubie Blake
Birth Place: Baltimore, MD, USA
Latest News on Eubie Blake:
Video: Michael McElroy Tours SYNCOPATED STAGES at the Library for the Performing Arts (Nov 29, 2025)
Review: Breathtaking BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART Bows at The Laurie Beechman Theatre (Nov 13, 2025)
Lost Broadway Theaters Still Standing... Continued! (Sep 28, 2025)
Video: Michael McElroy Tours SYNCOPATED STAGES at the Library for the Performing Arts (Nov 29, 2025)
Review: Breathtaking BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART Bows at The Laurie Beechman Theatre (Nov 13, 2025)
Lost Broadway Theaters Still Standing... Continued! (Sep 28, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Eubie Blake, Eubie!
Olivier Awards - 1977 - Musical of the Year
E Blake, Bubbling Brown Sugar
Videos
VIDEO: Brandon Victor Dixon Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2021-08-11 10:07:56
TV Exclusive: Jenifer Lewis Brings Straight-Talking Artistry to American Songbook Series!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-02-24 12:01:00
VIDEO: On This Day, February 7- Celebrating SHUFFLE ALONG Composer Eubie Blake
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-02-07 16:33:51
The Neon Lights Are Bright on Audra McDonald Way! Broadway Star Honored by the City of Fresno
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-05-25 18:53:58
VIDEO: On This Day, February 7- Celebrating the Life and Legacy of SHUFFLE ALONG Composer, Eubie Blake
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-02-07 16:37:51
VIDEO: HAMILTON's Brandon Victor Dixon Responds to Critics on 'The View'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-11-22 12:00:26
VIDEO: HAMILTON's Brandon Victor Dixon Performs 'We Are' at Close of Election Night
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-11-09 07:37:03
VIDEO: Savion Glover & Cast of SHUFFLE ALONG Perform on NBC's 'Maya & Marty'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-06-01 08:48:29
VIDEO: Savion Glover Chats Significance of SHUFFLE ALONG; Tap Dances on 'Late Night'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-04-08 08:15:38
VIDEO: Audra McDonald Talks SHUFFLE ALONG; Sings Yahoo Answers on 'Tonight'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-02-23 07:41:38
STAGE TUBE: SHUFFLE ALONG Songwriter Eubie Blake Sings Title Song on Original LP
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2016-02-07 15:28:15
STAGE TUBE: Watch Just-Released Promo for Broadway-Bound SHUFFLE ALONG!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-02-04 10:21:03
VIDEO: SHUFFLE ALONG's Audra McDonald Thanks Contributors To Covenant House's Sleep Out
by Michael Dale - 2015-11-20 13:43:39
News
Review: Breathtaking BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART Bows at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 13, 2025
It's a long time coming but there is finally a revue made up of the works of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins, and it's the revue they deserve.
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 13, 2025
It's a long time coming but there is finally a revue made up of the works of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins, and it's the revue they deserve.
Leah Crocetto, Rex Smith and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Leah Crocetto, Rex Smith and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Leah Crocetto, Rex Smith and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Will Explore Black Theater History in New Exhibition
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, located at Lincoln Center, has just announced a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. The exhibition, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way celebrates the rich history and enduring impact of Black artists in musical theater through hundreds of items from the Library’s Billy Rose Theatre Division archives.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, located at Lincoln Center, has just announced a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. The exhibition, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way celebrates the rich history and enduring impact of Black artists in musical theater through hundreds of items from the Library’s Billy Rose Theatre Division archives.
Costumes From THE WIZ and More to be Featured in NYPL History of Black Musical Theater Exhibition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will present a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. Learn more about the exhibition here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will present a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. Learn more about the exhibition here!
Beth Leavel, Casey Likes and More to Perform at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!Â
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!Â
BLACK BROADWAY: THE EARLY YEARS Comes to Roulette
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024
Nietzsche Music Project and Chamber Philharmonia of New York, in Association with INJOY Entertainment, will present the world premiere of BLACK BROADWAY: THE EARLY YEARS at Roulette.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024
Nietzsche Music Project and Chamber Philharmonia of New York, in Association with INJOY Entertainment, will present the world premiere of BLACK BROADWAY: THE EARLY YEARS at Roulette.
New West Symphony to Present Pianist Lara Downes And Dvořák's 'New World' Symphony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2024
Experience the New West Symphony's presentation of Dvořák's 'New World' Symphony with visuals by Joseph Sohm and narration by William Shatner, featuring pianist Lara Downes performing Jessie Montgomery's 'Rounds.' Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2024
Experience the New West Symphony's presentation of Dvořák's 'New World' Symphony with visuals by Joseph Sohm and narration by William Shatner, featuring pianist Lara Downes performing Jessie Montgomery's 'Rounds.' Learn how to purchase tickets.
Boston Landmarks Orchestra Brings Free Orchestral Music to the DCR Hatch Memorial Shell on the Esplanade and Boston Neighborhoods
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2024
Discover the latest updates on the upcoming production of THE LION KING on Broadway, including cast announcements, performance dates, and behind-the-scenes insights.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2024
Discover the latest updates on the upcoming production of THE LION KING on Broadway, including cast announcements, performance dates, and behind-the-scenes insights.
HAMLET To Be Presented At The Collapsable Hole
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024
HAMLET is set to take the stage at the Collapsable Hole, offering a fresh interpretation of Shakespeare's classic tragedy.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024
HAMLET is set to take the stage at the Collapsable Hole, offering a fresh interpretation of Shakespeare's classic tragedy.
Pianist Cyrus Chestnut Commissioned For First Time Headlining Performance at Carnegie Hall in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024
Renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut is set to deliver his first-ever headlining performance at Carnegie Hall on April 19th, featuring a full orchestra.
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024
Renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut is set to deliver his first-ever headlining performance at Carnegie Hall on April 19th, featuring a full orchestra.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Eubie Blake been in?
Eubie Blake has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Eubie Blake been in?
Eubie Blake has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Eubie Blake been nominated for?
Eubie Blake has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for his work on the musical "Eubie!" Additionally, he received a nomination for Musical of the Year at the Olivier Awards for his contributions to "Bubbling Brown Sugar".
How many shows has Eubie Blake written?
Eubie Blake has written 14 shows including Tan Manhattan (Composer), Shuffle Along [1921] (Composer), Elsie (Composer/Lyricist), André Charlot's Revue of 1924 (Composer), The Chocolate Dandies (Composer/Lyricist), Lew Leslie's Blackbirds (Composer), Shuffle Along [1933] (Composer), Swing It (Composer), Shuffle Along [1952] (Composer), Bubbling Brown Sugar (Composer/Lyricist), Eubie! (Composer), Big Deal (Composer), Stairway to Paradise (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist), Shuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed (Songwriter).
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