Kyle Jarrow
Latest News on Kyle Jarrow:
MEAN GIRLS, THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, and More Set For Beck Center For The Arts 2025-2026 Theater Season (Apr 30, 2025)
How Often Do Musicals Change Their Titles After Broadway? (Mar 15, 2025)
Kate Baldwin to Star in THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat (Mar 14, 2025)
MEAN GIRLS, THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, and More Set For Beck Center For The Arts 2025-2026 Theater Season (Apr 30, 2025)
How Often Do Musicals Change Their Titles After Broadway? (Mar 15, 2025)
Kate Baldwin to Star in THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat (Mar 14, 2025)
BIO
KYLE JARROW is a writer and musician who creates work for the stage, film and television. He is creator and executive producer of the TV series "Valor," streaming now on Netflix. His digital series "Lost Generation" (with music by Duncan Sheik) is now streaming on Verizon's go90 platform. Kyle's plays include A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant (Obie Award), The Wildness (Lortel Award nominee), Whisper House (now playing in London), Noir, Love Kills and Hostage Song. Kyle penned the film Armless, which was an official selection of the Sundance Film Festival. In addition to his writing work, he leads the rock band Sky-Pony with his wife Lauren Worsham. Their debut album Beautiful Monster is available from Knitting Factory Records. More info on Kyle at kylejarrow.com.
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Kyle Jarrow, SpongeBob SquarePants
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Kyle Jarrow, SpongeBob SquarePants
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Book of a Musical
Kyle Jarrow, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical
Videos
Video: Watch Clips from THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at The Chopin Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-07-30 14:28:52
BWW Interview: Ethan Slater & Tom Kenny Chat About THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL on DVD
by Sarah Jae Leiber - 2020-10-21 17:10:52
VIDEO: Get a Peek Behind the Curtain With the Touring Cast of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2019-11-17 11:37:05
VIDEO: Get a First Look at the Touring Cast of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL in Action
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-08 07:55:23
VIDEO: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Performs Best Day Ever and the Theme Song on the Kids Choice Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2019-03-24 10:08:32
VIDEO: On This Day, December 4- SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Brings Bikini Bottom to Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-12-04 16:33:16
VIDEO: Watch the Final Curtain Call of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, Including a Speech by Director Tina Landau
by Stephi Wild - 2018-09-17 06:03:12
VIDEO: Watch Tony Nominee Ethan Slater & the Cast of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Perform '(Just A) Simple Sponge' on THE VIEW!
by Macon Prickett - 2018-06-05 12:09:17
WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: Itamar Moses and David Yazbek
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-05-11 14:00:02
VIDEO: Hero Is His Middle Name! Watch the Cast of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Bring Bikini Bottom to TODAY SHOW
by Tori Hartshorn - 2018-05-04 10:39:45
VIDEO: He's a Contender and More! Watch Ethan Slater Record '(Just A) Simple Sponge' from SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-04-19 12:57:59
TV: The Kid Critics Take a Deep Dive to Bikini Bottom at SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-03-10 13:00:47
VIDEO: It's the Best Day Ever! Watch the Full BroadwayCon Panel With the Cast of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS!
by Stephi Wild - 2018-01-27 17:21:49
VIDEO: Stars Head for the Pineapple Under the Sea on the SPONGEBOB Red Carpet!
by TV - Red Carpets - 2017-12-05 10:55:34
TV: He's Not Just a Simple Sponge! Watch Highlights from SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-12-04 11:50:09
VIDEO: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Musical Makes a Splash on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-03 15:59:04
News
MEAN GIRLS, THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, and More Set For Beck Center For The Arts 2025-2026 Theater Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025
Beck Center for the Arts has announced its 2025-2026 Professional Theater Season, the 92nd season which includes a big splash, comedies, dramas, musicals, and a new collaboration with Oberlin College & Conservatory Music Theater Program.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025
Beck Center for the Arts has announced its 2025-2026 Professional Theater Season, the 92nd season which includes a big splash, comedies, dramas, musicals, and a new collaboration with Oberlin College & Conservatory Music Theater Program.
How Often Do Musicals Change Their Titles After Broadway?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 15, 2025
This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway musicals change their titles after Broadway? We're unpacking the history of shows that have been renamed.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 15, 2025
This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway musicals change their titles after Broadway? We're unpacking the history of shows that have been renamed.
Kate Baldwin to Star in THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN, a musical by Andy Roninson and Sean McVerry, was selected for this year’s Triple R program at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN, a musical by Andy Roninson and Sean McVerry, was selected for this year’s Triple R program at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat. Learn more and see how to attend.
Theatrical Pop Band Sky-Pony Comes To Mercury Lounge
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2025
Cult hit band Sky-Pony is returning to New York for a live show. Led by married couple Lauren Worsham (Tony nominated actress for Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder) and Kyle Jarrow (Tony nominated writer for SpongeBob SquarePants the Musical).
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2025
Cult hit band Sky-Pony is returning to New York for a live show. Led by married couple Lauren Worsham (Tony nominated actress for Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder) and Kyle Jarrow (Tony nominated writer for SpongeBob SquarePants the Musical).
Cygnet Theatre Announces Lineup For Season 21 + Opening Date For New Contemporary Home
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025
Cygnet Theatre has announced its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. The lineup will feature four musicals and two plays, including several award-winning and critically acclaimed productions.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025
Cygnet Theatre has announced its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. The lineup will feature four musicals and two plays, including several award-winning and critically acclaimed productions.
Cygnet Theatre Unveils 21st Season At New Contemporary Permanent Home, The Joan
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025
Cygnet Theatre has revealed its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025
Cygnet Theatre has revealed its 21st season, which will launch September 10, 2025 and run through July 19, 2026. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
How Many Broadway Musicals Are Based on TV Shows?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 12, 2025
With Smash about to make a splash on Broadway this season, the question was asked: how many Broadway musicals have been based on television? While historically, far more Broadway musicals have been based on books or movies, television shows have also provided source materials for several productions on the main stem.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 12, 2025
With Smash about to make a splash on Broadway this season, the question was asked: how many Broadway musicals have been based on television? While historically, far more Broadway musicals have been based on books or movies, television shows have also provided source materials for several productions on the main stem.
Watch: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Musical is Available to Watch For Free on YouTube
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2024
The Spongebob Musical, starring Ethan Slater in the title role, is now streaming on YouTube. The musical can be watched online at any time. Watch the full Spongebob Squarepants Musical here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2024
The Spongebob Musical, starring Ethan Slater in the title role, is now streaming on YouTube. The musical can be watched online at any time. Watch the full Spongebob Squarepants Musical here!
Darko Tresnjak to Direct World Premiere of Taylor Mac's PROSPEROUS FOOLS at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024
Theatre for a New Audience has named Darko Tresnjak as director of the world premiere of Prosperous Fools. Learn more about the world premiere and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024
Theatre for a New Audience has named Darko Tresnjak as director of the world premiere of Prosperous Fools. Learn more about the world premiere and see how to purchase tickets.
Concord Theatricals Awards Schools With THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Licensing Packages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2024
Concord Theatricals has revealed the 10 winners of their Sing Like a Sponge: The SpongeBob Musical Contest. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2024
Concord Theatricals has revealed the 10 winners of their Sing Like a Sponge: The SpongeBob Musical Contest. Learn more!
Photos: Newtown Arts Company's THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Zlock Performing Arts Center
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024
Check out photos from Newtown Arts Company's production of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024
Check out photos from Newtown Arts Company's production of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL here!
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Swims Into Newtown In August
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024
Newtown Arts Company will present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL from August 15-18 at the Zlock Performing Arts Center at Bucks County Community College.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024
Newtown Arts Company will present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL from August 15-18 at the Zlock Performing Arts Center at Bucks County Community College.
Review: Dive into THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at the Carrollwood Cultural Center
by Peter Nason - Jul 20, 2024
What did our critic think of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at the Carrollwood Cultural Center?
by Peter Nason - Jul 20, 2024
What did our critic think of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at the Carrollwood Cultural Center?
Review: SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL YOUTH EDITION at Red Curtain Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Jun 25, 2024
There was laughter, there was singing, and each show had a special guest bringing the news about the impending doom. Fun was had by all.
by Theresa Bertram - Jun 25, 2024
There was laughter, there was singing, and each show had a special guest bringing the news about the impending doom. Fun was had by all.
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Comes to Slow Burn Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024
The 2023/2024 Slow Burn Theatre Company Season culminates with the bold, original musical The SpongeBob Musical Saturday, June 8 through Sunday, June 23.
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024
The 2023/2024 Slow Burn Theatre Company Season culminates with the bold, original musical The SpongeBob Musical Saturday, June 8 through Sunday, June 23.
Peter Friedman, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in ASSISTED Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024
Peter Friedman, Mary Beth Peil, Barbara Walsh, and Tina Fabrique join the cast of ASSISTED, a new production exploring themes of aging and care. Learn where and when you can see the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024
Peter Friedman, Mary Beth Peil, Barbara Walsh, and Tina Fabrique join the cast of ASSISTED, a new production exploring themes of aging and care. Learn where and when you can see the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Concord Theatricals Launches SING LIKE A SPONGE: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Contest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024
Concord Theatricals is launching SING LIKE A SPONGE: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL contest for Title 1 Schools. Learn more and see how to apply!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024
Concord Theatricals is launching SING LIKE A SPONGE: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL contest for Title 1 Schools. Learn more and see how to apply!
Roxy Regional School of the Arts to Present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: YOUTH EDITION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
“Rediscover Friendship” with the family-friendly theatrical sensation The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
“Rediscover Friendship” with the family-friendly theatrical sensation The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Lesser-Known Works of Composer, Musician, and Orchestrator Tom Kitt
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024
Tom Kitt's latest project is providing Orchestrations and Music Consulting for the new Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen. As Kitt's work hits the Broadway stage yet again, here are some of his recent collaborations that Broadway fans may not be as familiar with!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024
Tom Kitt's latest project is providing Orchestrations and Music Consulting for the new Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen. As Kitt's work hits the Broadway stage yet again, here are some of his recent collaborations that Broadway fans may not be as familiar with!
Adam Chanler-Berat And Julian Hornik Selected For Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's Triple R Program
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2024
Rhinebeck Writers Retreat announced that ASSISTED, by Adam Chanler-Berat and Julian Hornik, was selected for this year’s Triple R program.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2024
Rhinebeck Writers Retreat announced that ASSISTED, by Adam Chanler-Berat and Julian Hornik, was selected for this year’s Triple R program.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Kyle Jarrow written?
Kyle Jarrow has written 3 shows including A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant (Bookwriter), The Spongebob Musical (Book), Slam (Bookwriter).
What awards has Kyle Jarrow been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants: The Musical.
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