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BIO

Broadway: Disney's The Little Mermaid (2008 Tony Award Nomination - Best Score, Grammy Nomination - Best Cast Album). West End: Sister Act the Musical (2009), Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies (2010, Olivier Nomination - Best Musical). Regional: Leap of Faith (Ahmanson Theatre, Los Angeles, 2010). Off-Broadway: Newyorkers (Manhattan Theatre Club, 2001, Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle nominations). Film: Disney's Home On The Range (2004), Disney's Tangled (2010, Oscar and Golden Globe Nominations - Best Song).

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Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)

Glenn SlaterA Bronx Tale

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lyrics

Glenn Slater, School of Rock

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Glenn Slater, School of Rock-The Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lyrics

Glenn Slater, Sister Act

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Glenn Slater, Sister Act

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

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- 1996 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

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Tickets Go On Sale This Week For CLUELESS in the West End

Tickets go on sale this week for Clueless The Musical at Trafalgar Theatre. The sale begins on 11 September ahead of the general onsale set for 13 September. Tickets will be available for performances running 15 February 2025 - 14 June 2025.
CLUELESS, THE MUSICAL Reveals West End Opening Night Set For Next Year

The eagerly anticipated reimagining for the stage will begin performances at London’s Trafalgar Theatre on 15 February 2025.
Drury Lane Theatre Announces SISTER ACT, ON YOUR FEET! And More for 2025-2026 Season

Drury Lane Theatre invites audiences to escape the ordinary with an enticing lineup of productions in its 2025/2026 season, including a gripping Chicago premiere, a tale of envy and murder, and a trio of beloved female-driven musicals.
Why Isn't There More Singing in Movie Musical Trailers?

BroadwayWorld has compiled a sampling of movie musical trailers from the 2000s onward, some of which are clearly musicals and others that are less obvious. 
Everything We Know About Netflix's SPELLBOUND Musical

Spellbound, an animated fantasy musical, will be arriving on November 22. Ahead of its release, BroadwayWorld has collected all the information available about the upcoming film including who's lending their voices to the characters, who wrote the new songs, and where to see it in November.
REVIEW: Casey Donovan Is A Gift From God In SISTER ACT, A DIVINE MUSICAL COMEDY

Casey Donovan brings her bold voice and brilliant comic sensibilities to lead the feel-good SISTER ACT, A DIVINE MUSICAL COMEDY. 
Review: DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at Ouachita Little Theatre

What did our critic think of DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at Ouachita Little Theatre?
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 31, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 31, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: First Trailer for Animated Musical SPELLBOUND Featuring Rachel Zegler

Netflix has released the first teaser trailer for Spellbound, the animated musical by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater featuring the voice of Rachel Zegler. Spellbound follows the adventures of Ellian, the tenacious young daughter of the rulers of Lumbria who must go on a daring quest to save her family and kingdom after a mysterious spell transforms her parents into monsters. Watch the new teaser!
Review: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL At Theatre In The Park

The final show of Theater In The Park’s 2024 outdoor season is a musical version of the 1992 film comedy “SISTER ACT.” 
Matinee Performance Added on August 3rd For WTG's Production of DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID

Windham Theatre adds a matinee performance on August 3rd for its production of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID. Enjoy this beloved tale with shows on August 2, 3, 8, 9, and 10 at 7:30 pm, and August 3 and 4 at 2 pm.
Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at White Theatre

What did our critic think of THE LITTLE MERMAID at White Theatre?
Review: HJP and Artpreneur's SCHOOL OF ROCK Electrifies with Powerful Performances

On July 24, the performing arts training institute Hi Jakarta Production and art foundation Ciputra Artpreneur held a media preview of their upcoming musical, School of Rock the Musical. The show is based on the iconic 2003 movie starring Jack Black and licensed through Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Really Useful Group.
Review: CELEBRATING 20 SEASONS OF IMPACT ARTS at McCullough Theatre

A remarkable celebration of 20 seasons at Impact Arts, honoring Ginger Morris and her dedicated team. With illustrious alumni and a vibrant young company of over 100 members, it showcased Austin's talent and the close-knit bonds of our theatre community. #impactarts #summerstockaustin
Review: SISTER ACT JR at The Royal Theatre

Sister Act ranks pretty high up as one of my favorite movies, so getting to see SISTER ACT JR at The Royal Theatre in Benton was a real treat. From July 11-21, the Young Players performed to packed houses with some of those shows being sold out. It is astounding that these thespians put out such a great performance. I am excited to continue to watch them grow throughout their theatrical endeavors.  
JoAnn M. Hunter to Direct Broadway-Aimed YASUKE: THE BLACK SAMURAI

JoAnn M. Hunter will direct the Broadway-aimed musical Yasuke: The Black Samurai. Learn more about the Hunter and about the show!
SISTER ACT is Now Playing From Pleasant Valley Productions

Pleasant Valley Productions has announced the upcoming production of the divine musical comedy smash, Sister Act at the Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center in West Orange, NJ
Review: SISTER ACT at Taproot Theatre

Dear Readers, the musical version of the hit 1992, Whoopi Goldberg comedy “Sister Act” has never been one of my favorites. On paper it should work with an Alan Menken score and fabulous source material were it not for those lackluster Glenn Slater lyrics. He writes passable songs but nothing that truly grabs you. But it’s a big, flashy musical with nuns rocking out so it isn’t all bad. But I must emphasize “big”, which is why the choice to put this up on Taproot Theatre’s quite cozy space baffled me. However, director Bretteney Beverly managed it. Sure, there were some downfalls, but overall, she managed it.
SCHOOL OF ROCK The Musical To Open At The Little Theatre On The Square

School of Rock, The Musical opens Thursday, July 18, 2024 at The Little Theatre On The Square.
Lewis Family Playhouse In Rancho Cucamonga Announces 17th Season Line Up

The Lewis Family Playhouse has announced its 2024-2025 Season, showcasing a dynamic lineup of productions with live music, comedy, memorable musicals, circus, family favorites, and more!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Glenn Slater written?

Glenn Slater has written 9 shows including Maggie May (Lyricist), That's Life! (Lyricist), Newyorkers (Lyricist), Sister Act (Lyricist), The Little Mermaid (Lyricist), Leap of Faith (Lyricist), Love Never Dies (Lyricist), School of Rock (Lyrics), A Bronx Tale (Lyrics).

What awards has Glenn Slater been nominated for?

Glenn Slater has received several nominations for his work in musical theatre. He was nominated for Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for A Bronx Tale. He earned a nomination for Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for School of Rock. Additionally, he was nominated for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for School of Rock - The Musical. Slater also received a nomination for Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for Sister Act, as well as a Tony Award nomination for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Sister Act. Furthermore, he was nominated for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for The Little Mermaid. Lastly, he was recognized as the Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.

What awards has Glenn Slater won?

Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist for The Little Mermaid (2008), Tony Award nomination for Best Original Score for The Little Mermaid (2008), and Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Lyrics for The Little Mermaid (2008).

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