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BIO

Michael Mahler is the Chicago-based composer/lyricist of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, October Sky, Hero, Something in the Game, Painted Alice and others. He served as premier English lyricist for Boublil and Schenberg's La Revolution Française and contributed lyrics to Russell Watson's album Only One Man. Projects in development include: Secret of My Success and Gravediggers' Hamlet.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Chicago]
Chicago Production, 2006
Ensemble

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
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[Broadway, 2017]
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[West End, 2014]
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Danny Kornfeld, Anna Zavelson & More Will Celebrate Hanukkah at 54 Below

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will again present 54 Celebrates Hanukkah: A Festival Of Writers, starring Danny Kornfeld and more.
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in December

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McCardle and more.
54 Below Celebrates The Holiday Season With Storm Large, Joe Iconis, Norm Lewis, and More

54 Below will celebrate the happiest time of the year with a lineup of performances by Longlegs star Alicia Witt, award winning Nicole Henry, Tony® nominee Melissa Errico, and more.
MISS SAIGON Will Embark on New UK Tour

Boublil and Schönberg’s musical, MISS SAIGON, will embark on a new major UK tour beginning next year. This production will open at the Newcastle Theatre Royal in October 2025. Check out the full tour schedule here!
American Blues Theater to Present 23rd Production IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!

American Blues Theater will present the 23rd annual production of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO!, a holiday classic reimagined as a 1940s radio broadcast. Learn how to purchase tickets.
American Blues Theater's MISERY and THE LAST WIDE OPEN Now Playing

American Blues Theater currently has two productions playing simultaneously—Misery by William Goldman, and the World Premiere Polish version on The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL at The Studio Theatre

What did our critic think of DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL at The Studio Theatre?
Video: Lewis Francis, Sarah Morrison Talk MISS SAIGON

In a sit-down interview with 'Miss Saigon' cast, Lewis Francis (John) and Sarah Morrison (Ellen) were asked: What’s the core message of ‘Miss Saigon’? They both answered unflinchingly: 'There are no winners in war.'
Review: THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK at Northlight Theatre

Now receiving its Chicagoland premiere, Northlight Theatre’s THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK features brilliant performances and moments of exquisite stagecraft, though the play’s lean script occasionally saps the production of necessary tension and greater thematic depth.
World Premiere of THE LAST WIDE OPEN Returns to Chicago in October

American Blues Theater has announced a limited return engagement of the critically acclaimed, World Premiere Polish version of The Last Wide Open by Audrey Cefaly (book & lyrics), Matthew M. Nielson (music), and Katarzyna Müller (Polish adaptation and consultant). 
THE FLYING LOVERS OF VITEBSK Comes to Northlight Theatre Next Month

Northlight Theatre will open its 2024–2025 season with The Flying Lovers of Vitebsk. Learn more about the production here!
Jessie Mueller Joins DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL TikTok Live Event

Don't miss Jeff Kinney, author of the iconic 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' series, in a live TikTok event on July 29 at 7 PM ET. He'll be joined by Tony Award winner Jessie Mueller to discuss 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical' and share exclusive behind-the-scenes insights.
Children's Theatre Company Names Tyler Susan Jennings And Davon Cochran As Performing Apprentices

Children's Theatre Company will welcome Tyler Susan Jennings and Davon Cochran as performing apprentices for the 2024-2025 season, highlighting their upcoming roles and contributions to the theater.
With Additional Dates, MISS SAIGON Lands in Singapore on August 15

Cameron Mackintosh’s mega-musical 'Miss Saigon,' which first played at the Kallang Theatre in 2001, returns to Singapore in a reimagined production that’s 'more relevant than ever' (BroadwayWorld). Leading the cast of this new production are Sydney-based actress Abigail Adriano (Kim) and Singapore-raised actress Louisa Vilinne (alternate Kim.)
American Blues Theater to Present World Premiere of THE LAST WIDE OPEN

American Blues Theater will present THE LAST WIDE OPEN featuring Michael Mahler and Dara Cameron. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Main Street Theater Reveals Lineup For 2024-2025 Season

Main Street Theater's 2024-2025 Season will include five productions on its MainStage and six at its Theater for Youth. Learn more about the lineup here!
Main Street Theater Announces KIM'S CONVENIENCE And More for 2024-2025 Season

Main Street Theater unveils its 2024-2025 season, featuring productions for both its professional Equity MainStage and Theater for Youth. The season marks the 49th MainStage season at the Rice Village location.
Videos: Watch All New Clips From THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre

Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, opened on Wednesday, April 17 and runs through June 2, 2024.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre

Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, opened on Wednesday, April 17. Check out photos from the opening night celebration below!
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL

The newest production at Marriott Lincolnshire is Meredith Willson’s classic and beloved The Music Man. Director/choreographer Katie Spelman has stayed true to the script and has made the fictional town of River City – based on Willson’s hometown of Mason City, Iowa – come to life.

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