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BIO

Multi-Grammy and Tony Award nominated composer/producer Frank Wildhorn's works span the worlds of popular, theatrical, and classical music.


In 1999, Frank became the first American composer in 22 years to have three shows running simultaneously on Broadway: Jekyll & Hyde, The Scarlet Pimpernel, The Civil War. Also for Broadway: Bonnie & Clyde, Dracula, and Victor/Victoria. Frank produced Harlem Song the famed Apollo Theatre. International: Cyrano, The Count of Monte Cristo, Carmen, Rudolf, Mitsuko, Never Say Goodbye, Camille Claudel, and Tears of Heaven.
He currently has his own label deal (Soul Bear Records) with Sony Masterworks. International recording partnership, MWB (Music Without Borders), with MG-Sound/Vienna. Frank served as music director for the Goodwill Games in New York City (1998). He wrote the song "Gold", the opening number for the 2002 Winter Olympics.
Received the prestigious Charles Dickens Award from USC, where there is a scholarship under his name. Among the artists who have recorded and performed Frank's works: Whitney Houston (#1 international hit "Where Do Broken Hearts Go?"), Natalie Cole, Kenny Rogers, Sammy Davis, Jr., Liza Minnelli, Julie Andrews, Hootie & the Blowfish, The Moody Blues, Johnny Mathis, Linda Eder, FrEddie Jackson, Trisha Yearwood, Stacy Lattisaw, Molly Hatchet, Blues Traveler, Trace Adkins, Patti LaBelle, Jeffrey Osborne, BeBe Winans, Amy Grant, Anthony Warlow, to name a few.
Associate artist at the Alley Theatre in Houston.

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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Music

Frank Wildhorn, Bonnie & Clyde

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Frank Wildhorn, Bonnie & Clyde


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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Music

Frank Wildhorn, The Scarlet Pimpernel

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Frank Wildhorn, The Civil War

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lyrics

Frank Wildhorn, The Scarlet Pimpernel

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WICKED, DEATH BECOMES HER, GYPSY & More Win 2025 Stage Recording Awards
by Team BWW - Apr 14, 2026

The winners of the 2025 BroadwayWorld Stage Recording Awards have been revealed, celebrating outstanding achievements in theatrical and performance-based recordings released during the 2025 calendar year.
Full Cast Set for BONNIE & CLYDE at Smith Mountain Lake
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026

The Lake Players has revealed the cast for Bonnie & Clyde, running this spring at Westlake Cinema in Hardy, Virginia, led by Megan Livingston and NYC-based Colter Camp in the title roles. Tickets are on sale now.
Frank Wildhorn's BONNIE & CLYDE to be Presented at Arts Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026

Frank Wildhorn's musical Bonnie & Clyde will be presented at Arts Court Theatre in Ottawa, running in April, and following the story of the infamous Depression-era outlaws.
COME FROM AWAY, ROCK OF AGES, and More Set For Actors’ Playhouse 2026–27 Mainstage Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026

Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre has announced the five productions that will make up its 2026-27 Mainstage Season at the newly dedicated Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Stein Center for the Performing Arts.
Review: Linda Eder Captivates the Crowd at 54 Below
by Gregory Fletcher - Mar 27, 2026

The star singer (JEKYLL & HYDE) joined forces with Music Director Billy Stritch on Wednesday March 25. Ms. Eder was in supremely capable hands (literally) all night.
Broadway In Chicago Reveals 2026-27 Season - OH, MARY! MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2026

Broadway In Chicago has revealed the complete season lineup for the upcoming Broadway In Chicago Subscription Series, including Oh, Mary!, Maybe Happy Ending and more.
What Is Death Note? A Complete Guide from Manga to Musical
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 13, 2026

If you are new to Death Note, there is a lot to catch up on. It has inspired multiple adaptations across television, film, novels, video games, and even stage productions, becoming one of the most influential franchises in contemporary Japanese pop culture. The musical features a score by Tony, Grammy and Emmy nominee Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Jack Murphy and a book by Ivan Menchell. Wildhorn and Murphy's past collaborations include The Civil War, Swing, Wonderland, Carmen, and Count of Monte Cristo. Wildhorn is perhaps best known for Jekyll & Hyde, Bonnie & Clyde, The Scarlet Pimpernall, and Dracula. Wildhorn's work on Death Note led to more manga adaptations, including Fist of the North Star in 2021 and Your Lie In April in 2022. I see Death Note as this total international, breaking the glass ceiling of what manga can be musically, around the world,' Wildhorn recently told BroadwayWorld.
Susan Soon He Stanton and Nathan Tysen Join CHIMNEY TOWN THE MUSICAL Creative Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026

Emmy, Golden Globe, and Peabody Award winner Susan Soon He Stanton and Tony and Grammy Award nominee Nathan Tysen have joined the creative team of Chimney Town the Musical.
Listen: Frank Wildhorn’s 'The Symphonic Suites' Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2026

Tony Award-nominated composer has released The Symphonic Suites, an album comprised of new symphonic interpretations of four of his celebrated musical theatre scores, including Dracula, Jekyll & Hyde, Einstein: A Matter of Time, and Artus Excalibur (aka XCalibur). Listen to it here.
New Production of DEATH NOTE: THE MUSICAL Will Premiere at the Barbican Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

This summer, a new world premiere production of Death Note: The Musical will come to the Barbican Theatre for 50 performances only. Learn more about the show here!
JEKYLL & HYDE Returns to Chicago in September
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026

The 10-time 2025 Jeff Award–nominated musical JEKYLL & HYDE will make its Broadway In Chicago debut at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. Learn more here!
Vanguard University to Stage GUYS AND DOLLS at Lyceum Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

The Vanguard University Theatre Department will present the beloved Broadway musical Guys and Dolls, running from February 19 through March 8 at the Lyceum Theater in Costa Mesa.
Frank Wildhorn’s The Symphonic Suites, Performed By The Vienna Independent Orchestra to be Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

Prestige Classics' release of Frank Wildhorn's The Symphonic Suites will bring to audiences world-famous melodies from four iconic Wildhorn shows including Dracula and Jekyll & Hyde.
Mark William to Return to The Green Room 42 to Celebrate IF I CAN DREAM Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026

Mark William will return to The Green Room 42 to celebrate his recent album, If I Can Dream, which was recorded live there last May and dropped in August.
Alex Newell, Carrie Hope Fletcher and Joel Montague Join LOVE LIFE: WEST END UNITES AGAINST CANCER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026

The final cast members have been revealed for the star-studded Love Life concert in London, alongside additional information on the setlists for the night.
The Lake Players To Present BONNIE & CLYDE: THE MUSICAL At Westlake Cinema
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2026

The Lake Players, in association with the Smith Mountain Lake Center and The Willard Companies, will present Bonnie & Clyde: The Musical at Westlake Cinema.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 6, 2026- Win Tickets to TITANIQUE Opening Night and More
by - Jan 6, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 6, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Interview: Frank Wildhorn on His Global Career: 'Music, Like Love, Knows No Borders'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026

BroadwayWorld spoke with Frank Wildhorn to discuss his wide-ranging international career and his excitement for Chimney Town the Musical, his success across Asia and Europe, his writing process, and much more. Read the full interview here!
A History of Musical Concept Albums
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 4, 2026

The idea of the concept album took flight at the same time as the idea of the rock musical. A concept album introduces audiences to the score of a musical by deliberately releasing an album of the songs before any live production exists at all. The concept album ostensibly stands on its own terms.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Frank Wildhorn written?

Frank Wildhorn has written 12 shows including Rudolf: The Last Kiss (Composer), Cyrano (Composer), Camille Claudel (Composer), Victor/Victoria (Composer), Jekyll & Hyde (Conceiver), The Scarlet Pimpernel (Composer), The Civil War (Lyricist), Dracula (Composer), Waiting for the Moon (Composer), Bonnie & Clyde (Composer), Wonderland: Alice's New Musical Adventure (Composer), Death Note (Music).

What awards has Frank Wildhorn been nominated for?

Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Bonnie & Clyde , Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Bonnie & Clyde, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Scarlet Pimpernel, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Civil War and Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Scarlet Pimpernel.

What awards has Frank Wildhorn won?

Frank Wildhorn has won the Outstanding Music award at the Drama Desk Awards for The Scarlet Pimpernel.

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