Gerard Alessandrini
Latest News on Gerard Alessandrini:
Beth Leavel, Marilyn Maye, Christine Ebersole With Billy Stritch, And More Come To 54 Below Next Week (Nov 22, 2025)
Ramin Karimloo Will Lead Concert Celebrating Maury Yeston (Oct 23, 2025)
SPAMILTON: An American Parody Comes to Stockton PAC (Sep 17, 2025)
Beth Leavel, Marilyn Maye, Christine Ebersole With Billy Stritch, And More Come To 54 Below Next Week (Nov 22, 2025)
Ramin Karimloo Will Lead Concert Celebrating Maury Yeston (Oct 23, 2025)
SPAMILTON: An American Parody Comes to Stockton PAC (Sep 17, 2025)
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Mike Lew, Rehana Lew Mirza and Daniel Messe with the board of directors that includes-Elliot Brown, Richard Maltby, Jr., Richard Terrano, John Weidman, Andre Bishop, Gerard Alessandrini, Maur Yeston and Sarah Douglas
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02/03/2020
From: Photo Coverage: The 2020 Kleban Prize For Musical Theatre is Given
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lyrics
Gerard Alessandrini, Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Lyrics
Gerard Alessandrini, Spamilton
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- 2012 - Legend of Off Broadway Award
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Special Citations
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Tony Awards - 2006 - Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre
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Drama League Awards - 1997 - Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre
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The Lortels - 1997 - Outstanding Body of Work
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Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Lyrics
Gerard Alessandrini, Forbidden Broadway Strikes Back
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Obie Awards - 1992 - Special Citations
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Drama Desk Awards - 1985 - Special Awards
Gerard Alessandrini, Forbidden Broadway
Videos
Exclusive: Backstage with the Company of FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG
by Joey Mervis - 2024-09-27 10:12:25
Video: Gerard Alessandrini Breaks Down the Origins of FORBIDDEN BROADWAY
by Joey Mervis - 2024-09-25 10:53:50
BWW Exclusive: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Celebrates Opening Night
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-10-16 13:01:00
BWW Exclusive: Watch FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Spoof MOULIN ROUGE! and FOSSE/VERDON!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-10-10 16:43:48
TV: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Spoofs LES MIZ, BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY & More at Barnes & Noble!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-07-26 09:00:51
TV: ROCKY, ALADDIN & More Get Spoofed in FORBIDDEN BROADWAY COMES OUT SWINGING
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-05-06 17:01:52
STAGE TUBE: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Parodies LES MISERABLES' 'Bring Him Home'
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-02-20 14:03:58
TV Exclusive: Randy Rainbow On the Scene at Opening of FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: ALIVE AND KICKING
by Randy Rainbow - 2012-09-12 12:00:48
TV: Andrea McArdle, Rachel York & More Preview 2011 NYMF Shows!
by Broadway Beat - 2011-09-22 09:17:02
BWW WEST END: Menier Chocolate Factory Presents FORBIDDEN BROADWAY
by Eddie Varley - 2009-07-02 14:04:21
News
Beth Leavel, Marilyn Maye, Christine Ebersole With Billy Stritch, And More Come To 54 Below Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
54 Below has announced its performance schedule for the week of November 24–30, featuring concerts by Christine Pedi, Beth Leavel, Marilyn Maye, and Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
54 Below has announced its performance schedule for the week of November 24–30, featuring concerts by Christine Pedi, Beth Leavel, Marilyn Maye, and Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch.
Ramin Karimloo Will Lead Concert Celebrating Maury Yeston
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
To celebrate multi-Tony Award winning composer Maury Yeston's 80th birthday, producer Danielle Tarento will present a concert of his most well know and loved music, directed by Thom Southerland, and led by Ramin Karimloo.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
To celebrate multi-Tony Award winning composer Maury Yeston's 80th birthday, producer Danielle Tarento will present a concert of his most well know and loved music, directed by Thom Southerland, and led by Ramin Karimloo.
SPAMILTON: An American Parody Comes to Stockton PAC
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025
Back by popular demand, the hit musical parody 'Spamilton' will return to the mainstage of Stockton University's Performing Arts Center next month. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025
Back by popular demand, the hit musical parody 'Spamilton' will return to the mainstage of Stockton University's Performing Arts Center next month. Learn more here!
Review: TITANIQUE at Lido 2
by Patrick Honoré - Jun 27, 2025
Whether you’re a film buff, a Dion stan, or just craving a night of pure fun, this off-Broadway transplant will have you laughing, crying, and belting out “My Heart Will Go On” long after the curtain falls.
by Patrick Honoré - Jun 27, 2025
Whether you’re a film buff, a Dion stan, or just craving a night of pure fun, this off-Broadway transplant will have you laughing, crying, and belting out “My Heart Will Go On” long after the curtain falls.
2025 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2025
Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess hosted the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball. Check out the full list of winners from the big night here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2025
Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess hosted the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball. Check out the full list of winners from the big night here!
2025 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2025
Nominations for the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced. This year’s awards, hosted by Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess, will be held on Sunday, June 1 at 6:15pm at NYU Skirball Check out the full list here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2025
Nominations for the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced. This year’s awards, hosted by Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess, will be held on Sunday, June 1 at 6:15pm at NYU Skirball Check out the full list here!
Review: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: THE NEXT GENERATION at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Apr 27, 2025
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: THE NEXT GENERATION isn’t just a parody—it’s a full-on roast of the Great White Way, served up hot and fast with a piano and four performers who can belt, mug, and mimic with razor precision.
by Herbert Paine - Apr 27, 2025
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: THE NEXT GENERATION isn’t just a parody—it’s a full-on roast of the Great White Way, served up hot and fast with a piano and four performers who can belt, mug, and mimic with razor precision.
Interview: Jenny Lee Stern of FORBIDDEN BROADWAY at Broadway At The Hobby Center
by Brett Cullum - Apr 17, 2025
Do you ever feel bad making fun of some of these folks? Because I mean, let's face it, Broadway actors. They take themselves a little bit seriously. I am terrified of interviewing Patti Lupone!
by Brett Cullum - Apr 17, 2025
Do you ever feel bad making fun of some of these folks? Because I mean, let's face it, Broadway actors. They take themselves a little bit seriously. I am terrified of interviewing Patti Lupone!
The Phoenix Theatre Company Presents FORBIDDEN BROADWAY
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025
The Phoenix Theatre Company will continue its tradition of presenting bold, high-caliber productions with the musical revue Forbidden Broadway, running from April 23 through June 22, 2025, in the Judith Hardes Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025
The Phoenix Theatre Company will continue its tradition of presenting bold, high-caliber productions with the musical revue Forbidden Broadway, running from April 23 through June 22, 2025, in the Judith Hardes Theatre.
Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and More to Perform at 54 Below in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
Paulo Szot, Linda Eder and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paulo Szot and more. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paulo Szot and more. Learn how to purchase tickets!
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG Will Play Detroit's Fisher Theatre In May
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
Broadway In Detroit has announced that the Tony Award-winning FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG, Gerard Alessandrini's hilarious musical spoof of Broadway's biggest shows and brightest stars, will make a two-performance stop at Detroit's Fisher Theatre on Saturday, May 3 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
Broadway In Detroit has announced that the Tony Award-winning FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG, Gerard Alessandrini's hilarious musical spoof of Broadway's biggest shows and brightest stars, will make a two-performance stop at Detroit's Fisher Theatre on Saturday, May 3 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Interview: Gerard Alessandrini talks spoofing Sondheim and more in FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 5, 2025
Writer and director Gerard Alessandrini, the comedy mastermind behind “Forbidden Broadway,” has long taken his own Broadway fandom one step further, though, creating iconic parodies of stars like Ethel Merman, Mary Martin, Carol Channing, Liza Minnelli, Yul Brynner, Patti LuPone, Chita Rivera, Mandy Patinkin, and Bernadette Peters and shows including “Hello, Dolly!” “The King & I,” “Annie,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “The Lion King,” and “Wicked.”
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 5, 2025
Writer and director Gerard Alessandrini, the comedy mastermind behind “Forbidden Broadway,” has long taken his own Broadway fandom one step further, though, creating iconic parodies of stars like Ethel Merman, Mary Martin, Carol Channing, Liza Minnelli, Yul Brynner, Patti LuPone, Chita Rivera, Mandy Patinkin, and Bernadette Peters and shows including “Hello, Dolly!” “The King & I,” “Annie,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “The Lion King,” and “Wicked.”
SPAMILTON: AN AMERICAN Parody Comes To Aventura Arts & Cultural Center This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025
Spamilton: An American Parody will light up the stage at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center for four performances on Friday, January 24 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, January 25 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, January 26 at 2 p.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025
Spamilton: An American Parody will light up the stage at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center for four performances on Friday, January 24 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, January 25 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, January 26 at 2 p.m.
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG to Play Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, Gerard Alessandrini’s hilarious musical spoof of Broadway’s biggest shows and brightest stars, will make a three-performance stop at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, Gerard Alessandrini’s hilarious musical spoof of Broadway’s biggest shows and brightest stars, will make a three-performance stop at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG Comes to the Hobby Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts will present the Tony Award®-winning FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, Gerard Alessandrini’s legendary and hilarious musical spoof of Broadway’s biggest shows and brightest stars.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts will present the Tony Award®-winning FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, Gerard Alessandrini’s legendary and hilarious musical spoof of Broadway’s biggest shows and brightest stars.
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG Enters Final Weekend of Performances
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 1, 2024
There are only five more performances left to see Gerard Alessandrini's FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: Merrily We Stole A Song Off-Broadway at THEATER555. The Tony award-winning musical parody or Broadway shows and stars will be performed Friday, November 1st at 8PM, Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM and 8PM and Sunday, November 3rd at 3PM and will take its final bow on Sunday, November 3rd at 7:30 PM.
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 1, 2024
There are only five more performances left to see Gerard Alessandrini's FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: Merrily We Stole A Song Off-Broadway at THEATER555. The Tony award-winning musical parody or Broadway shows and stars will be performed Friday, November 1st at 8PM, Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM and 8PM and Sunday, November 3rd at 3PM and will take its final bow on Sunday, November 3rd at 7:30 PM.
Broadway Buying Guide: October 21, 2024- SUNSET BLVD Storms Back to Broadway
by Team BWW - Oct 21, 2024
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by Team BWW - Oct 21, 2024
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 21, 2024.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 15, 2024
by - Oct 15, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 15, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG to Play Final Performance in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024
Gerard Alessandrini’s FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: Merrily We Stole A Song will play its final New York performance at Theater555 in November. FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: Merrily We Stole a Song skewers the latest deluge of Broadway offerings. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024
Gerard Alessandrini’s FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: Merrily We Stole A Song will play its final New York performance at Theater555 in November. FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: Merrily We Stole a Song skewers the latest deluge of Broadway offerings. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Gerard Alessandrini written?
Gerard Alessandrini has written 31 shows including Forbidden Broadway (Conceiver), Diamonds (Composer), Forbidden Broadway 1988/1989 (Conceiver), Forbidden Broadway 1988/1989 (Conceiver), Forbidden Broadway (Lyricist), Forbidden Broadway 1990 (Conceiver), Forbidden Broadway 1991 1/2 (Conceiver), Forbidden Christmas (Conceiver), Forbidden Broadway 1992 (Creator), Forbidden Broadway 1992 (Creator), Forbidden Broadway Featuring Forbidden Christmas (Creator), Forbidden Broadway 1993 (Creator), Forbidden Broadway 1994 (Creator), Forbidden Hollywood (Playwright), Forbidden Broadway Strikes Back (Creator), Forbidden Broadway Cleans Up Its Act (Creator), Forbidden Broadway Cleans Up Its Act (Conceiver/Lyrics), Forbidden Broadway 2001: A Spoof Odyssey (Creator), Forbidden Broadway 20th Anniversary Celebration (Creator), Mr. President (Author), Forbidden Broadway Summer Shock! (Conceiver), Forbidden Broadway SVU: Special Victims Unit (Conceiver/Lyrics), Forbidden Broadway: The Roast of Utopia (Author), Forbidden Broadway: Rude Awakening (Author), Forbidden Broadway: Rude Awakening (Lyricist), Forbidden Broadway Dances With the Stars! (Author), Forbidden Broadway Goes to Rehab (Creator), Forbidden Broadway Goes to Rehab (Playwright), Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation (Author), Anything Can Happen in the Theater: The Songs of Maury Yeston (Creator), Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song (Writer).
What awards has Gerard Alessandrini been nominated for?
Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole , Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Spamilton, Legend of Off Broadway Award (), Special Citations (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Forbidden Broadway, Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre (Tony Awards) for , Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Body of Work (The Lortels), Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Forbidden Broadway Strikes Back, Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Forbidden Broadway and Special Awards (Drama Desk Awards) for Forbidden Broadway.
What awards has Gerard Alessandrini won?
Gerard Alessandrini has received the Legend of Off Broadway Award, Special Citations from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Forbidden Broadway, Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre from the Tony Awards, Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre from the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Body of Work from The Lortels, Special Citations from the Obie Awards for Forbidden Broadway, and Special Awards from the Drama Desk Awards for Forbidden Broadway.
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