Johnny Mercer
Also Credited As: John Mercer
Date of Death: June 25, 1976 (66)
Birth Place: Savannah, GA, USA
Latest News on Johnny Mercer:
Ann Hampton Callaway to Return to Pheasantry Jazz Club With SIRENS OF SWING (Oct 8, 2024)
Staci Griesbach Drops New Jazz-Bossa Nova Single 'Asilomar' (Oct 8, 2024)
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup – Oct. 7 to Oct. 13, 2024 (Oct 7, 2024)
Ann Hampton Callaway to Return to Pheasantry Jazz Club With SIRENS OF SWING (Oct 8, 2024)
Staci Griesbach Drops New Jazz-Bossa Nova Single 'Asilomar' (Oct 8, 2024)
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup – Oct. 7 to Oct. 13, 2024 (Oct 7, 2024)
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Movies
Old Man Rhythm
[ 1935 ] Colonel
[ 1935 ] Colonel
To Beat the Band
[ 1935 ] Member of the Band
[ 1935 ] Member of the Band
Varsity Show
[ 1937 ] music and lyrics by
[ 1937 ] music and lyrics by
Mr. Chump
[ 1938 ] lyrics
[ 1938 ] lyrics
Naughty But Nice
[ 1939 ] lyrics
[ 1939 ] lyrics
You'll Find Out
[ 1940 ] lyrics by - as John Mercer
[ 1940 ] lyrics by - as John Mercer
The Fleet's In
[ 1942 ] songwriter
[ 1942 ] songwriter
The Sky's the Limit
[ 1943 ] lyrics by
[ 1943 ] lyrics by
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
[ 1954 ] lyrics by
[ 1954 ] lyrics by
Merry Andrew
[ 1958 ] lyricist
[ 1958 ] lyricist
Li'l Abner
[ 1959 ] lyricist
[ 1959 ] lyricist
Barefoot in the Park
[ 1967 ] lyrics
[ 1967 ] lyrics
Darling Lili
[ 1970 ] lyricist
[ 1970 ] lyricist
Paesano: A Voice in the Night
[ 1975 ] lyricist
[ 1975 ] lyricist
The Best of Vecírek
[ 1992 ] music
[ 1992 ] music
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Johnny Mercer, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Videos
Video: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Celebrates Neil Diamond's Birthday By Singing 'Sweet Caroline' With Him on FaceTime
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2024
Video: Nick Fradiani Performs 'Stadium Medley' in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2024
Video: Watch Nick Fradiani Sing 'Holly Holy' in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024
VIDEO: Washington National Opera Presents The 11th Season Of American Opera Initiative Featuring Three World Premieres
by Joshua Wright - Jan 16, 2024
VIDEO: The Company of THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Reveals Their Favorite Lines In the Show
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2023
VIDEO: First Look At 'Part of the Sound' from Goodspeed's PRIVATE JONES
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2023
Video: Neil Diamond Talks Life with Parkinson's and A BEAUTIFUL NOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 2, 2023
Toni Tennille To Lead HELLO, DOLLY! at Yavapai College Performance Hall in Prescott, AZ
by Team BWW - Aug 26, 2022
VIDEO: Meet The Women Of BLUES IN THE NIGHT At Porchlight Music Theatre
by Alan Henry - Feb 23, 2022
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For The Muny for SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
by Alan Henry - Aug 9, 2021
VIDEO: Donna Lynn, Sara Cooper, and Lynne Shankel Talk as Part of Goodspeed's IN THE (HOME) OFFICE Series
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2020
VIDEO: The Lazours Perform a Jam Session For New York Theatre Workshop
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Geffen Playhouse Alumn Benjamin Scheuer Sing 'Weather the Storm'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2020
News
Ann Hampton Callaway to Return to Pheasantry Jazz Club With SIRENS OF SWING
Ann Hampton Callaway will return to The Pheasantry Jazz Club in London with her new show, SIRENS OF SWING. The performance promises an evening of jazz and swing music. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Ann Hampton Callaway will return to The Pheasantry Jazz Club in London with her new show, SIRENS OF SWING. The performance promises an evening of jazz and swing music. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Staci Griesbach Drops New Jazz-Bossa Nova Single 'Asilomar'
Vocalist and songwriter Staci Griesbach has released a new Jazz-Bossa Nova-inspired single titled “ASILOMAR”. The original tune was inspired after listening to Nat King Cole and walking among the Cypress trees and rocky shore of Central California’s iconic Asilomar State Beach.
Vocalist and songwriter Staci Griesbach has released a new Jazz-Bossa Nova-inspired single titled “ASILOMAR”. The original tune was inspired after listening to Nat King Cole and walking among the Cypress trees and rocky shore of Central California’s iconic Asilomar State Beach.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" Oct. 7 to Oct. 13, 2024
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Jeff Harnar's Sammy Cahn show, the Stylistics and a gala for the Beechman.
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Jeff Harnar's Sammy Cahn show, the Stylistics and a gala for the Beechman.
What We Know So Far About MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL on Broadway
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
Applications Open For Johnny Mercer Foundation's 2025 Young Songwriters Intensive
The Johnny Mercer Foundation has announced applications open October 1st for the second annual JMF Young Songwriters Intensive at New England Music Camp (NEMC).
The Johnny Mercer Foundation has announced applications open October 1st for the second annual JMF Young Songwriters Intensive at New England Music Camp (NEMC).
SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Returns to Dizzy's Club This Month
Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club with Heart and Soul and Hoagy Carmichael on Sunday, October 13th at 5 PM and 7:30 PM.
Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club with Heart and Soul and Hoagy Carmichael on Sunday, October 13th at 5 PM and 7:30 PM.
Interview: Cheeyang Ng Tells Underrepresented Stories in FAT, FEMME AND ASIAN at Joe's Pub
Singaporean songwriter Cheeyang Ng is back at Joe’s Pub this Saturday 10/5 with an evening of songs from their various musicals-in-development, including Eastbound with Khiyon Hursey (Hamilton) and Māyā with Eric Sorrels (Kennedy Center). Read a conversation with Ng about the show and their journey to champion underrepresented voices.
Singaporean songwriter Cheeyang Ng is back at Joe’s Pub this Saturday 10/5 with an evening of songs from their various musicals-in-development, including Eastbound with Khiyon Hursey (Hamilton) and Māyā with Eric Sorrels (Kennedy Center). Read a conversation with Ng about the show and their journey to champion underrepresented voices.
Teddy Swims Unveils 'I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2)', 2025 North American Tour
2024 breakout superstar Teddy Swims has announced the second part of his debut album, I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2), arriving January 24, 2025. Swims also details the continuation of his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy tour with an extensive run of dates across North America in 2025.
2024 breakout superstar Teddy Swims has announced the second part of his debut album, I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2), arriving January 24, 2025. Swims also details the continuation of his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy tour with an extensive run of dates across North America in 2025.
Review Roundup: Jez Butterworth's THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA Opens on Broadway
The New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, opened on Broadway tonight, Sunday, September 29th at the Broadhurst Theatre. Check out what the critics had to say here!
The New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, opened on Broadway tonight, Sunday, September 29th at the Broadhurst Theatre. Check out what the critics had to say here!
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Releases October 2024 Programming
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced their October 2024 lineup featuring performances by John Pizzarelli, Stacey Kent, and the Mingus Big Band.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced their October 2024 lineup featuring performances by John Pizzarelli, Stacey Kent, and the Mingus Big Band.
The Museum of Chinese in America Launches Performing Artist Residency Program
The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) announced their performing artist residency program, with the theme of Heteroglossia, in response to MOCA’s new exhibition, Magazine Fever: Gen X Asian American Periodicals.
The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) announced their performing artist residency program, with the theme of Heteroglossia, in response to MOCA’s new exhibition, Magazine Fever: Gen X Asian American Periodicals.
DEEP LOVE: A GHOSTLY ROCK OPERA Returns This Halloween Season
In a tradition spanning more than a decade, the award-winning original production Deep Love: A Ghostly Rock Opera is returning this October for its annual Halloween performances in both Utah and Idaho.
In a tradition spanning more than a decade, the award-winning original production Deep Love: A Ghostly Rock Opera is returning this October for its annual Halloween performances in both Utah and Idaho.
My Morning Jacket Release New Anthem for the Times, 'Aren't We One?'
My Morning Jacket has announced the premiere of “Aren’t We One?” a powerful new anthem available now. Produced by GRAMMY® Award-winner Brendan O’Brien, the track was co-written by My Morning Jacket’s Jim James and Bo Koster with Manchester Orchestra’s Andy Hull.
My Morning Jacket has announced the premiere of “Aren’t We One?” a powerful new anthem available now. Produced by GRAMMY® Award-winner Brendan O’Brien, the track was co-written by My Morning Jacket’s Jim James and Bo Koster with Manchester Orchestra’s Andy Hull.
PROSPECT MUSICALS & National Asian Artists Project to Present MĀYĀ
PROSPECT MUSICALS and the National Asian Artists Project will present MĀYĀ, a new musical exploring themes of identity and belonging. Learn how to purchase tickets.
PROSPECT MUSICALS and the National Asian Artists Project will present MĀYĀ, a new musical exploring themes of identity and belonging. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Adam Gwon, Kaitlin Hopkins & More to Take Part in Benefit Concert at The Green Room 42
The Johnny Mercer Foundation will present a benefit concert at GreenRoom42, hosted by Adam Gwon, Kaitlin Hopkins, and Nikko Benson Siddiqui. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Johnny Mercer Foundation will present a benefit concert at GreenRoom42, hosted by Adam Gwon, Kaitlin Hopkins, and Nikko Benson Siddiqui. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Teddy Swims Returns With New Single 'Bad Dreams'
Chart-topping hitmaker Teddy Swims ushers in a fresh era with his new single “Bad Dreams.” The track builds on the momentum of his global smash hit 'Lose Control,” which he performed earlier this week on the MTV VMA Extended Play stage.
Chart-topping hitmaker Teddy Swims ushers in a fresh era with his new single “Bad Dreams.” The track builds on the momentum of his global smash hit 'Lose Control,” which he performed earlier this week on the MTV VMA Extended Play stage.
Billy Joel Returns to the UBS Arena for New Year's Eve 2024
UBS Arena has announced the triumphant return of New York’s iconic son, BILLY JOEL, for another unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Following the success of his sold-out performance last year, Billy will once again take the stage for the second consecutive year to ring in the New Year, starting at 9:30 PM.
UBS Arena has announced the triumphant return of New York’s iconic son, BILLY JOEL, for another unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Following the success of his sold-out performance last year, Billy will once again take the stage for the second consecutive year to ring in the New Year, starting at 9:30 PM.
Camille Diamond to Present OVER THE MOON...ON PLUTO TRANSIT Encore Performance at Don't Tell Mama
2024 MAC Award winner Camille Diamond will return for an encore performance of OVER THE MOON...ON PLUTO TRANSIT. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
2024 MAC Award winner Camille Diamond will return for an encore performance of OVER THE MOON...ON PLUTO TRANSIT. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: BLUES IN THE NIGHT at The Black Rep
Ron Himes’ amazing Black Rep company is opening its 48th season with a piece of pure delight. It’s called Blues in the Night, and it’s a glorious musical revue of the history of that genre. And such a vastly diverse history that is, with vaudeville songs, deeply moving songs of love and loss, lush and lonely excursions into real jazz, and comic novelty songs that get seriously, hilariously bawdy.
Ron Himes’ amazing Black Rep company is opening its 48th season with a piece of pure delight. It’s called Blues in the Night, and it’s a glorious musical revue of the history of that genre. And such a vastly diverse history that is, with vaudeville songs, deeply moving songs of love and loss, lush and lonely excursions into real jazz, and comic novelty songs that get seriously, hilariously bawdy.
Kenita R. Miller, Alex Finke, and More Set for Dolly Parton Tribute Concert at Joe's Pub
LET ME SAY THIS: A DOLLY PARTON TRIBUTE CONCERT, will be presented on Tuesday, September 17 at 9:30 PM at Joe's Pub, featuring Alex Finke, Raymond J. Lee, Kenita R. Miller, and Jennifer Sánchez.
LET ME SAY THIS: A DOLLY PARTON TRIBUTE CONCERT, will be presented on Tuesday, September 17 at 9:30 PM at Joe's Pub, featuring Alex Finke, Raymond J. Lee, Kenita R. Miller, and Jennifer Sánchez.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Johnny Mercer written?
Johnny Mercer has written 25 shows including Blackbirds of 1936 (Lyricist), Lew Leslie's Blackbirds of 1939 (Lyricist), Swingin' The Dream (Lyricist), Walk With Music (Lyricist), St. Louis Woman (Lyricist), Texas, Li'l Darlin' (Lyricist), Top Banana (Composer/Lyricist), Li'l Abner (Lyricist), Saratoga (Lyricist), Foxy (Lyricist), The Harold Arlen Songbook (Lyricist), The Good Companions (Lyricist), Dancin' (Lyricist), Sophisticated Ladies (Lyricist), Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Lyricist), Barbara Cook: A Concert for the Theatre (Lyricist), 42nd Street (Lyricist), Dream (Source Material), Fosse (Lyricist), Swing! (Composer/Lyricist), Mostly Sondheim (Lyricist), Elaine Stritch At Liberty (Lyricist), Never Gonna Dance (Lyricist), Breakfast at Tiffany's (Composer/Lyricist), Come Fly Away (Lyricist).
What awards has Johnny Mercer been nominated for?
Johnny Mercer has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for the show "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers".
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