Lehman Engel
Also Credited As: A. Lehman Engel
Birth Place: Jackson, MS, USA
Latest News on Lehman Engel:
A Complete History of RAGTIME (Feb 8, 2026)
Interview: Brooke Di Spirito of THE OPENING at The Players Theatre (Feb 3, 2026)
Julia Knitel, Maria Wirries and More to Star in THE ROEBLINGS Reading (Jan 15, 2026)
A Complete History of RAGTIME (Feb 8, 2026)
Interview: Brooke Di Spirito of THE OPENING at The Players Theatre (Feb 3, 2026)
Julia Knitel, Maria Wirries and More to Star in THE ROEBLINGS Reading (Jan 15, 2026)
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Productions
Writing
Composer
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Conductor and Musical Director
Lehman Engel, What Makes Sammy Run?
Tony Awards - 1960 - Best Conductor and Musical Director
Lehman Engel, Take Me Along
Tony Awards - 1959 - Best Conductor and Musical Director
Lehman Engel, Goldilocks
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Tony Awards - 1953 - Best Conductor and Musical Director
Lehman Engel, Wonderful Town
winner
Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Conductor and Musical Director
Lehman Engel, The Consul
Videos
New Songs by Tom Kitt and Helen Park to be Featured in World Premiere of SESAME STREET THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-08-04 11:43:40
VIDEO: Watch Michael Mott's Music Video for 'Lost in Love,' Featuring Ciara Renée!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-05-25 14:58:57
VIDEO: Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez On How To Work With Your Spouse Without Killing Each Other
by Michael Dale - 2016-02-04 20:32:41
TV Exclusive: CUTTING-EDGE COMPOSERS CORNER- Van Hughes Sings Hathaway & Velez's 'Before the End'
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-06-20 14:14:51
TV Exclusive: CUTTING EDGE COMPOSERS CORNER - Ben Platt Performs Drew Gasparini's 'The Last Loser in the Universe'
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-03-09 16:58:38
STAGE TUBE: Trailer - Contreras, Cronin & More Set for INSPIRED 3 Benefit for Animal Rescue Orgs
by Stage Tube - 2014-01-17 21:19:48
TV Exclusive: CUTTING-EDGE COMPOSERS CORNER- In the Studio with Drew Gasparini!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-07-21 15:27:27
TV Exclusive: CUTTING-EDGE COMPOSERS CORNER- Nic Rouleau Sings Benjamin Velez's 'Neverland'
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-05-31 16:29:58
STAGE TUBE: 'I Miss the Mountains' from SpeakEasy Stage's NEXT TO NORMAL
by Kelsey Denette - 2012-03-06 17:38:22
STAGE TUBE: Maury Yeston Sing's Clips from NINE on Theater Talk
by Jessica Lewis - 2010-02-04 13:45:57
News
A Complete History of RAGTIME
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 8, 2026
The Broadway production of Ragtime was a glorious accomplishment, a riveting testament to the original American musical and to all that America itself could be. The show ran for 834 performances at the Ford Center, closing in the final year of the 20th century. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home four.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 8, 2026
The Broadway production of Ragtime was a glorious accomplishment, a riveting testament to the original American musical and to all that America itself could be. The show ran for 834 performances at the Ford Center, closing in the final year of the 20th century. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home four.
Interview: Brooke Di Spirito of THE OPENING at The Players Theatre
by Jarrett Winters Morley - Feb 3, 2026
Read a conversation with Di Spirito about the second most famous musical about chess...and butt plugs? The show opened January 11 and plays now through February 8th
by Jarrett Winters Morley - Feb 3, 2026
Read a conversation with Di Spirito about the second most famous musical about chess...and butt plugs? The show opened January 11 and plays now through February 8th
Julia Knitel, Maria Wirries and More to Star in THE ROEBLINGS Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
Baryshnikov Arts Center will present a reading of The Robelings which follows two families: the historical Roeblings, the renowned builders of the bridge, and the fictional Robelings, a Black family with a deep connection to the bridge's creation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2026
Baryshnikov Arts Center will present a reading of The Robelings which follows two families: the historical Roeblings, the renowned builders of the bridge, and the fictional Robelings, a Black family with a deep connection to the bridge's creation.
New Musical THE OPENING to Premiere at the Players Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Opening, a new musical by Brooke di Spirito and Mateo Chavez Lewis, is set to premiere in a strictly limited engagement at the Players Theatre in January.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
The Opening, a new musical by Brooke di Spirito and Mateo Chavez Lewis, is set to premiere in a strictly limited engagement at the Players Theatre in January.
Prospect Musicals to Present SONGS FOR HANDS ON A THURSDAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025
Prospect Musicals will present the IGNITE Concert premiere of composer Jay Alan Zimmerman's new theatrical song cycle Songs for Hands on a Thursday, adapted from the poetry of two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, playwright Sarah Ruhl.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025
Prospect Musicals will present the IGNITE Concert premiere of composer Jay Alan Zimmerman's new theatrical song cycle Songs for Hands on a Thursday, adapted from the poetry of two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, playwright Sarah Ruhl.
Musical REY OF LIGHT To Have One Night Only Presentation at Thad Cochran Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025
The de Grummond Children's Literature Collection at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) will host a one-night-only presentation of Rey of Light. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025
The de Grummond Children's Literature Collection at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) will host a one-night-only presentation of Rey of Light. Learn more!
Mark-Eugene Garcia's WITH BATED BREATH to Have Staged Reading With FRIGID New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
FRIGID New York will present a staged reading of With Bated Breath, a new play by FRIGID Resident Artists playwright Mark-Eugene Garcia. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
FRIGID New York will present a staged reading of With Bated Breath, a new play by FRIGID Resident Artists playwright Mark-Eugene Garcia. Learn more here!
Listen: Kate Baldwin, Melissa Errico, and More on OUT OF MYSELF " SONGS OF PETER FOLEY Album
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025
The new album, Out of Myself – Songs of Peter Foley, is available now in streaming and digital formats. Listen to the full album here or find out how to download or stream!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025
The new album, Out of Myself – Songs of Peter Foley, is available now in streaming and digital formats. Listen to the full album here or find out how to download or stream!
Patti Murin and More Set to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW willl present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond including Patti Murin ft. Colin Donnell and Hayley Podschun, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW willl present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond including Patti Murin ft. Colin Donnell and Hayley Podschun, and more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
COWFOLK: THE GAY RODEO MUSICAL to Join TRU's Musical Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025
Cowfolk: The Gay Rodeo Musical: Bear Kosik and Lani Madland's celebration of LGBTQ pride will be featured at Theatre Resources Unlimited's workshop: HOW TO WRITE A MUSICAL THAT WORKS.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025
Cowfolk: The Gay Rodeo Musical: Bear Kosik and Lani Madland's celebration of LGBTQ pride will be featured at Theatre Resources Unlimited's workshop: HOW TO WRITE A MUSICAL THAT WORKS.
New Art City Theatre Now Accepting Submissions for 2026 Playwrights Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2025
New Art City Theatre is now accepting submissions for its 2026 Playwrights Festival in Ventura, CA. Selected playwrights will receive a stipend, residency, and staged reading. Submit by August 12, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2025
New Art City Theatre is now accepting submissions for its 2026 Playwrights Festival in Ventura, CA. Selected playwrights will receive a stipend, residency, and staged reading. Submit by August 12, 2025.
Theater Resources Unlimited Opens Submissions To Their Musical Feedback Lab
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025
Theater Resources Unlimited will present the third part in its How to Write a Musical That Works workshop series. Learn more about the series and see how to join!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025
Theater Resources Unlimited will present the third part in its How to Write a Musical That Works workshop series. Learn more about the series and see how to join!
Applications For BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Songwriting Workshop Are Now Open
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
BMI is currently accepting applications to the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop for its Musical Theatre Songwriting Workshop. Learn more and see how to apply!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
BMI is currently accepting applications to the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop for its Musical Theatre Songwriting Workshop. Learn more and see how to apply!
Craig A. Meyer's ELTON, BILLY & BARRY"THEY WRITE THE SONGS Makes SoCal Debut, 6/05
by Sally Henry Fuller - May 17, 2025
Internationally acclaimed tribute artist Craig A. Meyer is bringing ELTON, BILLY & BARRY—THEY WRITE THE SONGS, a night of classics from three of the greats, to the Catalina Jazz Club on June 5. Known for his award-winning, REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG—THE ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE, the SoCal premiere of this concert sees Meyer expand his repertoire to include the hits of Billy Joel and Barry Manilow.
by Sally Henry Fuller - May 17, 2025
Internationally acclaimed tribute artist Craig A. Meyer is bringing ELTON, BILLY & BARRY—THEY WRITE THE SONGS, a night of classics from three of the greats, to the Catalina Jazz Club on June 5. Known for his award-winning, REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG—THE ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE, the SoCal premiere of this concert sees Meyer expand his repertoire to include the hits of Billy Joel and Barry Manilow.
Norbert Leo Butz, Kate Baldwin and More Join SONGS FROM THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN At Joe's Pub
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025
Writer-performers Andy Roninson (Jonathan Larson Grant recipient) and Sean McVerry (DangerMouse, AURORA) present the concert debut of their award-winning musical THE REAL KYLE McCARREN at Joe's Pub on May 19th, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025
Writer-performers Andy Roninson (Jonathan Larson Grant recipient) and Sean McVerry (DangerMouse, AURORA) present the concert debut of their award-winning musical THE REAL KYLE McCARREN at Joe's Pub on May 19th, 2025.
Berkeley Rep Names Sam Linden As Director Of Finance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has appointed Sam Linden as the award-winning theatre company's Director of Finance. Learn more about Linden and about the company here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has appointed Sam Linden as the award-winning theatre company's Director of Finance. Learn more about Linden and about the company here!
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2025 Nominated Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - May 4, 2025
The results of the 2025 Tony races are very much still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been Tony-tested before. How did they fare?
by Sidney Paterra - May 4, 2025
The results of the 2025 Tony races are very much still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been Tony-tested before. How did they fare?
Applications Open For the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Bookwriting Workshop
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025
BMI is currently accepting applications to the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop for its Musical Theatre Bookwriting Workshop (formerly known as the Librettists Workshop).
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025
BMI is currently accepting applications to the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop for its Musical Theatre Bookwriting Workshop (formerly known as the Librettists Workshop).
THE GIRL WHO TURNED INTO A FEATHER Industry Reading Takes Place This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025
On May 1, 2025, Emerald Phoenix LLC will present an invitation-only industry reading of Kleban Award-winner Christian Duhamel's new play, THE GIRL WHO TURNED INTO A FEATHER.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025
On May 1, 2025, Emerald Phoenix LLC will present an invitation-only industry reading of Kleban Award-winner Christian Duhamel's new play, THE GIRL WHO TURNED INTO A FEATHER.
New Family Musical IN BETWEEN Will Have New York Workshop
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
Everblue Arts will host a workshop of In BeTween, a new musical for young audiences about fitting in, standing out, and everything in between. The workshop will conclude with a by-invitation-only presentation in New York next month.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
Everblue Arts will host a workshop of In BeTween, a new musical for young audiences about fitting in, standing out, and everything in between. The workshop will conclude with a by-invitation-only presentation in New York next month.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Lehman Engel written?
Lehman Engel has written 1 shows including The Trojan Women (Composer).
What awards has Lehman Engel been nominated for?
Lehman Engel has been nominated for several awards in the category of Best Conductor and Musical Director at the Tony Awards. These nominations include: - What Makes Sammy Run? - Take Me Along - Goldilocks - Wonderful Town - The Consul
What awards has Lehman Engel won?
Lehman Engel has won several awards for his work as a conductor and musical director on Broadway. He received the Tony Award for Best Conductor and Musical Director for the shows "Wonderful Town" and "The Consul".
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