Meredith Willson
Birth Place: Mason City, IA, USA
Latest News on Meredith Willson:
Tickets To Three 25-26 Broadway In Wichita Series Productions On Sale Now (Dec 5, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 5, 2025- Explore Christmas In NYC and More (Dec 5, 2025)
Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto to Lead THE MUSIC MAN 2026 Tour (Dec 4, 2025)
Tickets To Three 25-26 Broadway In Wichita Series Productions On Sale Now (Dec 5, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 5, 2025- Explore Christmas In NYC and More (Dec 5, 2025)
Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto to Lead THE MUSIC MAN 2026 Tour (Dec 4, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1958 - Best Musical
Meredith Willson, The Music Man
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Tony Awards - 1958 - Best Musical
Meredith Willson, The Music Man
Videos
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Reveals Why He's 'Ready to Move On' From MUSIC MAN on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - 2022-12-13 11:14:49
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Reveals He Saw a NYC Marathon Runner in THE MUSIC MAN Audience on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2022-11-07 11:28:23
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks Auditioning and THE MUSIC MAN on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-10-08 09:24:02
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of THE MUSIC MAN at the Olney Theatre Center, Featuring Deaf and Hearing Actors
by Stephi Wild - 2022-07-13 17:10:03
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Talks THE MUSIC MAN, WOLVERINE, and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON
by Marissa Tomeo - 2022-04-02 12:58:32
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Celebrates Sutton Foster's Birthday With THE MUSIC MAN Cast and Audience
by Marissa Tomeo - 2022-03-19 12:36:37
VIDEO: Watch Stars Hit the Red Carpet for Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN on Broadway!
by Red Carpet - 2022-02-11 11:55:59
VIDEO: Watch Hugh Jackman Talk THE MUSIC MAN and Watch New Performance Clips
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-01-02 18:17:54
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Releases Holiday Video from the Winter Garden Theatre to Broadway
by Robert Diamond - 2021-12-25 12:01:18
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Tributes Swings & Understudies as Kathy Voytko Fills in for Sutton Foster
by BWW Special - 2021-12-24 06:41:36
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Warms Up His Voice for THE MUSIC MAN on Broadway!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-07-16 10:37:05
VIDEO: Watch Highlights From THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, Starring Beth Malone
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-11 07:52:37
VIDEO: First Look at THE MUSIC MAN at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-09 05:24:10
TV: Watch Beth Malone & More Sing from THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN in Rehearsals!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-01-29 15:46:22
VIDEO: John Tartaglia Leads THE MUSIC MAN at the Wick Theatre in Boca Raton
by Stephi Wild - 2019-12-30 07:29:50
VIDEO: Get a First Look at Adam Pascal in 5 Star Theatricals' THE MUSIC MAN
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-23 07:19:46
News
Tickets To Three 25-26 Broadway In Wichita Series Productions On Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
Single tickets to the Broadway touring productions of HADESTOWN and more are now on sale to the public as part of the 2025-2026 Broadway in Wichita series.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
Single tickets to the Broadway touring productions of HADESTOWN and more are now on sale to the public as part of the 2025-2026 Broadway in Wichita series.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 5, 2025- Explore Christmas In NYC and More
by - Dec 5, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 5, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Dec 5, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 5, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto to Lead THE MUSIC MAN 2026 Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz. The tour will star Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz. The tour will star Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto.
Tickets to THE MUSIC MAN and More to go on Sale at Pikes Peak Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025
The American Theatre Guild has revealed that single tickets to the Broadway touring productions of Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN and more will go on sale at the Pikes Peak Center.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025
The American Theatre Guild has revealed that single tickets to the Broadway touring productions of Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN and more will go on sale at the Pikes Peak Center.
State Theatre New Jersey And George Street Playhouse Launch New Brunswick Arts Flex Pass
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey and George Street Playhouse have announced the launch of the New Brunswick Arts Flex Pass, a new ticketing option designed to give audiences the freedom to experience the best of both theaters with significant savings and flexibility.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey and George Street Playhouse have announced the launch of the New Brunswick Arts Flex Pass, a new ticketing option designed to give audiences the freedom to experience the best of both theaters with significant savings and flexibility.
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET is Coming to The Playhouse On Rodney Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
For the first time, the beloved holiday classic, Meredith Willson's Miracle on 34th Street The Musical, will launch a North American tour for the 2025-2026 holiday season. This makes a stop at The Playhouse on Rodney Square.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
For the first time, the beloved holiday classic, Meredith Willson's Miracle on 34th Street The Musical, will launch a North American tour for the 2025-2026 holiday season. This makes a stop at The Playhouse on Rodney Square.
Broadway In Akron Series To Present MRS. DOUBTFIRE And THE MUSIC MAN; Tickets On Sale This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2025
Playhouse Square has announced that tickets for the final two shows in the 2025–2026 Broadway in Akron series will go on sale Wednesday, October 1 at 10:00 a.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2025
Playhouse Square has announced that tickets for the final two shows in the 2025–2026 Broadway in Akron series will go on sale Wednesday, October 1 at 10:00 a.m.
The Michael O'Neal Singers Will Celebrate Broadway's Golden Age
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2025
The Michael O'Neal Singers will open their 2025/26 season with a vibrant celebration of Broadway's Golden Age in October. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2025
The Michael O'Neal Singers will open their 2025/26 season with a vibrant celebration of Broadway's Golden Age in October. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
2025-26 Willis Broadway Series Single Tickets on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
Single tickets for ten 2025-2026 Willis Broadway Series shows are on sale now, including Broadway hits A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
Single tickets for ten 2025-2026 Willis Broadway Series shows are on sale now, including Broadway hits A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical and more.
Denver Center for the Performing Arts Tickets For 35 Shows Now on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2025
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts revealed that tickets for most titles for its 2025/26 season programming are now on sale to the public. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2025
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts revealed that tickets for most titles for its 2025/26 season programming are now on sale to the public. Learn how to purchase tickets.
SPAMALOT and More Set for State Theatre New Jersey's 2025-26 Broadway Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey has the largest and most extensive Broadway show season in New Jersey, featuring Spamalot and many more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
State Theatre New Jersey has the largest and most extensive Broadway show season in New Jersey, featuring Spamalot and many more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE SOUND GUY to Make World Premiere at Littlefield in Brooklyn, August 31
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2025
The world premiere of The Sound Guy, a new improvised mockumentary comedy, will take place on Sunday, August 31 at Littlefield in Brooklyn. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with the screening beginning at 8:00 p.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2025
The world premiere of The Sound Guy, a new improvised mockumentary comedy, will take place on Sunday, August 31 at Littlefield in Brooklyn. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with the screening beginning at 8:00 p.m.
Review: The New Tampa Players' Production of Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN
by Peter Nason - Jul 26, 2025
The Music Man is one of those rare musicals that’s quite old fashioned and wears its stodgy heart on its sleeve like a badge of honor, but that also can crackle with entertainment and even innovation.
by Peter Nason - Jul 26, 2025
The Music Man is one of those rare musicals that’s quite old fashioned and wears its stodgy heart on its sleeve like a badge of honor, but that also can crackle with entertainment and even innovation.
THE MUSIC MAN, MRS. DOUBTFIRE & BEETLEJUICE Set for The Sharon 2025"2026 Broadway Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2025
The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center and Significant Productions have unveiled the 2025–2026 Broadway Subscription Series, bringing three major musicals to The Villages, Florida.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2025
The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center and Significant Productions have unveiled the 2025–2026 Broadway Subscription Series, bringing three major musicals to The Villages, Florida.
RAIN, MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, and More Come to The Grand This Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025
The Grand will celebrate Christmas in July with the announcement of two shows decking the halls of The Playhouse and Copeland Hall this coming holiday season.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025
The Grand will celebrate Christmas in July with the announcement of two shows decking the halls of The Playhouse and Copeland Hall this coming holiday season.
Review: Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara Share a Memorable ONE NIGHT ONLY with the Boston Pops at Tanglewood
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 23, 2025
Tony Award winners Sutton Foster (“Anything Goes,” “Thoroughly Modern Millie”) and Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”) – each acclaimed as a Broadway performer and song-and-dance artist of the first order – are also known for solo concert appearances.
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 23, 2025
Tony Award winners Sutton Foster (“Anything Goes,” “Thoroughly Modern Millie”) and Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”) – each acclaimed as a Broadway performer and song-and-dance artist of the first order – are also known for solo concert appearances.
Video: THE MUSIC MAN at Argyle Theatre First Look Footage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
The Argyle Theatre is presenting The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by David Grindrod, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
The Argyle Theatre is presenting The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by David Grindrod, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. Get a first look at footage from the production here!
Photos: THE MUSIC MAN at The Argyle Theatre First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025
The Argyle Theatre is presenting the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by David Grindrod, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025
The Argyle Theatre is presenting the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by David Grindrod, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner. See photos here!
Photos: THE MUSIC MAN Opens at The Argyle Theatre
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 14, 2025
This weekend, the Argyle Theatre opened the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by David Grindrod, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 14, 2025
This weekend, the Argyle Theatre opened the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man, directed by Evan Pappas, choreographed by David Grindrod, with musical direction by Jonathan Brenner.
Broadway Single Tickets at Washington Pavilion to go on Sale in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025
Each season, the Washington Pavilion brings major national tours to downtown Sioux Falls, giving audiences the chance to see spectacular, big-city productions without ever leaving the region. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025
Each season, the Washington Pavilion brings major national tours to downtown Sioux Falls, giving audiences the chance to see spectacular, big-city productions without ever leaving the region. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Meredith Willson written?
Meredith Willson has written 4 shows including The Unsinkable Molly Brown (Composer), Here's Love (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), The Music Man (Source Material), Meredith Willson's 1491 (Bookwriter).
What awards has Meredith Willson been nominated for?
Meredith Willson has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. One of his notable nominations includes a nomination for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "The Music Man". Additionally, "The Music Man" also received a nomination for Best Musical at the Tony Awards. These nominations highlight the recognition and acclaim that Willson's work has received in the Broadway industry.
What awards has Meredith Willson won?
Meredith Willson has won several awards for his work. He received the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards and the Tony Awards for his musical, The Music Man.
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