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BIO

Tony, Emmy and Drama Desk Award-nominated composer of the Broadway musicals Elf and The Wedding Singer (Tony nomination for Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Music). He was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Direction for the critically acclaimed NBC stop-motion animated TV special "Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas." Additional TV/film credits include "Sesame Street," "Wonder Pets!" and PBS's "American Masters." Awards include the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, the Gilman/Gonzalez-Falla Theatre Award and the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation.

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Productions

ELF the Musical
 
[US Tour, 2025]
Composer
Elf The MusicalElf The Musical
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Music
ELF the MusicalELF the Musical
 
[West End, 2022]
Music
The PromThe Prom
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Music, Vocal Arrangements
Shrek the MusicalShrek the Musical
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Dance Music Arranger
Caroline, or ChangeCaroline, or Change
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Associate Conductor
NineNine
 
[Broadway, 2003] [Replacement]
Associate Conductor[Replacement]
Rehearsal Pianist
Oklahoma!
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Rehearsal Pianist
42nd Street42nd Street
 
[Broadway, 2001] [Replacement]
Associate Conductor[Replacement]
Putting It Together
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Keyboards
Assistant Conductor
Annie Get Your Gun
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Rehearsal Pianist
On the Town
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Rehearsal Pianist
Titanic
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Keyboard
Associate Conductor
Miss Saigon
 
[Broadway, 1991] [Replacement]
Assistant Conductor[Replacement]
Assistant Conductor[Replacement]
Les MiserablesLes Miserables
 
[Broadway, 1987] [Replacement]
Associate Conductor[Replacement]

Writing

Half Time
Composer
Composer

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding New Score

Matthew Sklar, The Prom

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Matthew Sklar, The Prom


winner
Richard Rodgers Award - 2010 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award

Matthew Sklar

Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Matthew Sklar, The Wedding Singer

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Prospect Musicals Reveals Additional Guests and Details for IGNITE Concert Festival Photo
Prospect Musicals Reveals Additional Guests and Details for IGNITE Concert Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026

Prospect Musicals will present the IGNITE Concert Festival, showcasing new musical works including 'AFTER ANATEVKA' by Alexandra Silber, an evening with Alex Timbers, and 'SONG SOCIETY' in concert.
Photos: First Look at Season 2 of Apple Musical Series WONDER PETS: IN THE CITY Photo
Photos: First Look at Season 2 of Apple Musical Series WONDER PETS: IN THE CITY
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 23, 2026

Apple TV has shared new sneak peek photos from season two of Wonder Pets: In The City, the musical series that follows Izzy the Guinea Pig, Zuri the Bunny and Tate the Snake. Check them out now.
ITF Expands Student Access to Performance with More Main Stage Opportunities Photo
ITF Expands Student Access to Performance with More Main Stage Opportunities
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

The Educational Theatre Association have announced an expanded slate of student performance opportunities for ITF 2026, reinforcing the festival's growing role as a national celebration of what is happening in school theatre programs.
Video: 'The Story of Buddy' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre Photo
Video: 'The Story of Buddy' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Dec 18, 2025

ELF the Musical is now playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre Company, running through December 28 at the historic downtown Seattle theatre. Check out this all new clip of 'The Story of Buddy' from the production.
Review: ELF THE MUSICAL, JR. at DreamWrights Photo
Review: ELF THE MUSICAL, JR. at DreamWrights
by Sandra Harberger - Dec 15, 2025

Buddy, played by Lily Ganong in tonight’s show, was as funny and energetic as ever. He meets his grumpy father, played by Dawn Motter, and chaos ensues all over New York City. Jovie, played by Eve Haag, was sassy, and I enjoyed her song “Never Fall in Love (with an Elf).” And of course, there is a Santa Claus, played by John Baxter, who is up to date with the latest technology fly his sleigh and keep track of his list of gifts.
Video: 'World's Greatest Dad' and 'Never Fall In Love' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Av Photo
Video: 'World's Greatest Dad' and 'Never Fall In Love' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2025

Watch new video featuring Eric Ankrim and Tori Gresham performing 'World's Greatest Dad' and 'Never Fall In Love' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre. Playing November 28 - December 28, 2025.
Video: 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre Photo
Video: 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2025

Eric Ankrim and Company perform 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre. CHeck out the video from the holiday musical now!
Video: ELF THE MUSICAL Trailer at The 5th Avenue Theatre Photo
Video: ELF THE MUSICAL Trailer at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025

ELF the Musical is now playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre Company, running through December 28 at the historic downtown Seattle theatre. Check out an all new trailer for the production in the video here!
ELF THE MUSICAL JR. Opens At The Emery Theater With The Children’s Theatre Of Cinc Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL JR. Opens At The Emery Theater With The Children’s Theatre Of Cincinnati
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati opens ELF THE MUSICAL JR. at the newly restored Emery Theater, marking its first holiday production in the historic venue. Families can experience Buddy’s musical adventure through December 21.
ELF THE MUSICAL is Now Playing at Surflight Theatre Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL is Now Playing at Surflight Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

The ever popular holiday production of Elf The Musical, back for the first time since 2018, opened at Surflight Theatre on November 29th. Learn more about the show here!
ELF THE MUSICAL JR to be Presented at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL JR to be Presented at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025

DreamWrights Center for Community Arts is inviting families across York to celebrate the season with Elf the Musical JR, a joyful, music-filled holiday production performed entirely by young artists under the age of 16.
ELF THE MUSICAL Begins Its Holiday Run At The Auditorium Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL Begins Its Holiday Run At The Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2025

ELF THE MUSICAL will be sprinkling jolly joy as it begins tomorrow at The Auditorium (50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) for a limited engagement through December 14 only.
Enjoy Your ELF at Toby's in Columbia through January 4, 2026 Photo
Enjoy Your ELF at Toby's in Columbia through January 4, 2026
by Cybele Pomeroy - Nov 30, 2025

Enthusiastic performances, a snappy live band, bright costumes and lively dancing adorn Toby's production of ELF The Musical. This sweet and charming lighthearted family-pleaser will put a smile on your face and a song in your heart. Director/ Choreographer Mark Minnick delivers engaging group numbers and Musical Director Ross Scott Rawlings creates glorious harmonies in this infectious show. Through January 4, 2026.
Video: First Look At ELF THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse Photo
Video: First Look At ELF THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse has released video highlights of its new staging of ELF: THE MUSICAL from November 21 through January 4 in New Hope. Based on the film, the musical follows Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole to New York City, discovering his identity while attempting to bring holiday spirit to the city.
Photos: ELF: THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse Photo
Photos: ELF: THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

Stages Theatre Company's ELF THE MUSICAL Begins Performances This Week Photo
Stages Theatre Company's ELF THE MUSICAL Begins Performances This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025

Stages Theatre Company will present ELF THE MUSICAL JR. from November 21 through December 28, 2025. The production, based on the New Line Cinema film by David Berenbaum, will feature a cast of young performers from the Twin Cities area.
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next W Photo
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Melissa Errico, Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season and more. 
Photos: Inside ELF THE MUSICAL Gala Night in London Photo
Photos: Inside ELF THE MUSICAL Gala Night in London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

All new photos have been released from the gala night for ELF the Musical on 6 November. In attendance were Dani Dyer, Faye Tozer, Juliet Mayhew, Rob Madge, Vanessa Feltz and Ranj Singh amongst others. Check out the photos here!
THE WEDDING SINGER Begins At Wright State Theatre November 13 Photo
THE WEDDING SINGER Begins At Wright State Theatre November 13
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

Wright State Theatre will present the hit 1980s musical comedy The Wedding Singer, November 13–23, 2025, at the Festival Playhouse in Wright State University’s Creative Arts Center.
John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse Photo
John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with a sparkling new production of “Elf: The Musical,” playing at the historic New Hope venue, and directed by John Tartaglia.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Matthew Sklar written?

Matthew Sklar has written 6 shows including Half Time (Composer), The Rhythm Club (Composer), The Wedding Singer (Composer), Elf - The Musical (Composer), Gotta Dance (Music), The Prom (Music).

What awards has Matthew Sklar been nominated for?

Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Prom, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Prom, Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award) and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Wedding Singer.

What awards has Matthew Sklar won?

Matthew Sklar has won the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, also known as the Richard Rodgers Award.

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