Oscar Hammerstein
Date of Birth: May 08, 1847
Date of Death: August 01, 1919 (72)
Birth Place: Sceczin
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New Toys
[ 1925 ] writer
[ 1925 ] writer
The Desert Song
[ 1929 ] writer
[ 1929 ] writer
New Moon
[ 1930 ] lyrics
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Viennese Nights
[ 1930 ] lyrics
[ 1930 ] lyrics
Sunny
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[ 1930 ] lyrics by
The Song of the Flame
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Song of the West
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Music in the Air
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The Night Is Young
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Give Us This Night
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Show Boat
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Swing High, Swing Low
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The Great Waltz
[ 1938 ] lyrics by
[ 1938 ] lyrics by
Broadway Rhythm
[ 1944 ] writer
[ 1944 ] writer
Centennial Summer
[ 1946 ] lyricist
[ 1946 ] lyricist
Annie Get Your Gun
[ 1950 ] producer
[ 1950 ] producer
The Last Time I Saw Paris
[ 1954 ] lyrics
[ 1954 ] lyrics
Carmen Jones
[ 1954 ] lyrics
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Rose Marie
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Oklahoma!
[ 1955 ] book
[ 1955 ] book
Carousel
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The King and I
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Flower Drum Song
[ 1961 ] lyricist
[ 1961 ] lyricist
State Fair
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Videos
Video: Richard Jay-Alexander Celebrates 50 Years in the Broadway Business
by Robert Diamond - 2026-04-03 13:00:22
Video: Watch SIX's Dylan Mulvaney Sing 'Edelweiss' at Broadway Backwards
by Gillian Blum - 2026-03-29 19:40:40
Video: Jimmy Fallon Recreates Sardi's for Ethan Hawke TONIGHT SHOW Visit
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-05 15:04:51
Video: Melissa Errico Sings 'I Can Dream, Can't I?' in Video for Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-26 10:21:20
Video: Ethan Hawke Stars as Lyricist Lorenz Hart in First Trailer for BLUE MOON
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-29 12:59:46
News
THE SOUND OF MUSIC to Return to Baltimore's Hippodrome This January
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2026
THE SOUND OF MUSIC will play Baltimore's Hippodrome Theatre Jan. 5-10, 2027, marking its first area engagement in more than a decade since the 2015 run.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2026
THE SOUND OF MUSIC will play Baltimore's Hippodrome Theatre Jan. 5-10, 2027, marking its first area engagement in more than a decade since the 2015 run.
Review: Christine Andreas Soars in S'WONDERFUL at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 7, 2026
Christine Andreas’s S'WONDERFUL at 54 Below on July 30 and 31 was pure love. The star provided a balm for our times through a brief history of song, accompanied by her husband, Broadway songwriter Martin Silvestri.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 7, 2026
Christine Andreas’s S'WONDERFUL at 54 Below on July 30 and 31 was pure love. The star provided a balm for our times through a brief history of song, accompanied by her husband, Broadway songwriter Martin Silvestri.
A Broadway Walking Tour- 8 Historic Spots to Visit in the Theatre District
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 9, 2026
Broadway's biggest landmarks are easy to spot, but some of the Theatre District's most fascinating stories are hiding in plain sight. From historic theaters and legendary rehearsal spaces to tucked-away tributes and unexpected Broadway landmarks, these lesser-known stops will add a whole new act to your next walking tour!
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 9, 2026
Broadway's biggest landmarks are easy to spot, but some of the Theatre District's most fascinating stories are hiding in plain sight. From historic theaters and legendary rehearsal spaces to tucked-away tributes and unexpected Broadway landmarks, these lesser-known stops will add a whole new act to your next walking tour!
Kelli O'Hara to Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor at York Theatre Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2026
The York Theatre will present its Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala honoring Kelli O'Hara for lifetime achievement in musical theater, with Charles Wright also receiving a Founders' Award at The Edison Ballroom.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2026
The York Theatre will present its Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala honoring Kelli O'Hara for lifetime achievement in musical theater, with Charles Wright also receiving a Founders' Award at The Edison Ballroom.
LEGALLY BLONDE, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS and More Set for ATG San Francisco 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026
ATG San Francisco has revealed its lineup of special theatrical engagements coming to San Francisco throughout the 2026/27 season, including Legally Blonde, Water for Elephants and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026
ATG San Francisco has revealed its lineup of special theatrical engagements coming to San Francisco throughout the 2026/27 season, including Legally Blonde, Water for Elephants and more.
Review: CINDERELLA at McCullough Theatre
by Joni Lorraine - Jul 31, 2026
What did our critic think of CINDERELLA at McCullough Theatre?
by Joni Lorraine - Jul 31, 2026
What did our critic think of CINDERELLA at McCullough Theatre?
ANASTASIA to Open in Adelaide This Week at Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026
ANASTASIA will open at Adelaide's Festival Theatre for a limited season, following runs in Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, with Georgina Hopson leading the cast as Anya.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026
ANASTASIA will open at Adelaide's Festival Theatre for a limited season, following runs in Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, with Georgina Hopson leading the cast as Anya.
OKLAHOMA! to Open Northern Stage's Summer Musical Theater Intensive
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2026
Northern Stage's Summer Musical Theater Intensive will present Oklahoma! at the Byrne Theater at the Barrette Center for the Arts, featuring student performers ages 12 to 18 under director Kevin David Thomas.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2026
Northern Stage's Summer Musical Theater Intensive will present Oklahoma! at the Byrne Theater at the Barrette Center for the Arts, featuring student performers ages 12 to 18 under director Kevin David Thomas.
Full Cast Announced for MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS at The Muny
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 26, 2026
The Muny has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of Meet Me In St. Louis, including Emma Crow in the principal role of Lucille Ballard. The all-time Muny favorite, set in St. Louis, runs Aug. 6-13. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 26, 2026
The Muny has announced the full cast for its upcoming production of Meet Me In St. Louis, including Emma Crow in the principal role of Lucille Ballard. The all-time Muny favorite, set in St. Louis, runs Aug. 6-13. We have all of the details here!
BEYOND BLUE MOON to Play Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea with Garcia & Abous
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2026
Eric Yves Garcia and Maria Abous perform 'Beyond Blue Moon — And Before the Broken Hart' at LTV Studios in Wainscott, celebrating Lorenz Hart's partnership with Richard Rodgers through classics like 'My Funny Valentine' and 'Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered.'
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2026
Eric Yves Garcia and Maria Abous perform 'Beyond Blue Moon — And Before the Broken Hart' at LTV Studios in Wainscott, celebrating Lorenz Hart's partnership with Richard Rodgers through classics like 'My Funny Valentine' and 'Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered.'
Feature: SUMMER STOCK AUSTIN 2026 - SNEAK PREVIEW at Impact Arts
by Sabrina Wallace - Jul 21, 2026
I had the chance to preview Impact Arts' 2026 Summer Stock Austin season, and the talent on display was exceptional. With Cinderella and Newsies on the schedule, plus a remarkable cast and inspiring alumni, this promises to be one of the company's strongest seasons yet.
by Sabrina Wallace - Jul 21, 2026
I had the chance to preview Impact Arts' 2026 Summer Stock Austin season, and the talent on display was exceptional. With Cinderella and Newsies on the schedule, plus a remarkable cast and inspiring alumni, this promises to be one of the company's strongest seasons yet.
Eric Yves Garcia And Maria Abous Go ‘Beyond Blue Moon’ At Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea
by Joshua Wright - Jul 21, 2026
Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea, the live concert series bringing leading Broadway, cabaret and American Songbook performers to the East End, continues its third season with Eric Yves Garcia and Maria Abous performing 'Beyond Blue Moon — And Before the Broken Hart' at LTV Studios in Wainscott on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, at 7:30pm.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 21, 2026
Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea, the live concert series bringing leading Broadway, cabaret and American Songbook performers to the East End, continues its third season with Eric Yves Garcia and Maria Abous performing 'Beyond Blue Moon — And Before the Broken Hart' at LTV Studios in Wainscott on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, at 7:30pm.
Mark Sonnenblick Has Written a New Song For MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2026
The Muny's production of MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS will include an original song by Academy Award, Grammy, and Golden Globe winner Mark Sonnenblick, performed by Tony winner Beth Leavel as housekeeper Katie Connelly.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2026
The Muny's production of MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS will include an original song by Academy Award, Grammy, and Golden Globe winner Mark Sonnenblick, performed by Tony winner Beth Leavel as housekeeper Katie Connelly.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 21, 2026- Learn About How Inflation Impacts Broadway and More
by - Jul 21, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jul 21, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Hammerstein Museum Awarded $1 Million PA State Grant for Highland Farm Redevelopment
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center received a $1 million RACP grant from Pennsylvania to support redevelopment of Highland Farm in Bucks County, marking the museum's third such state award.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2026
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center received a $1 million RACP grant from Pennsylvania to support redevelopment of Highland Farm in Bucks County, marking the museum's third such state award.
BEYOND BLUE MOON (AND BEFORE THE BROKEN HEART) To Play Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 19, 2026
NYC cabaret veterans Eric Yves Garcia and Maria Abous will perform a night of Rodgers and Hart songs at LTV Studios in Wainscott, NY, as part of the Hamptons Summer Songbook By the Sea series.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 19, 2026
NYC cabaret veterans Eric Yves Garcia and Maria Abous will perform a night of Rodgers and Hart songs at LTV Studios in Wainscott, NY, as part of the Hamptons Summer Songbook By the Sea series.
Dr. Michael Fennelly Leads America Celebrates 250 at Carnegie Hall, Bringing Together 250 Artists for an Unforgettable Celebration of America's Musical Heritage
by Felicitas de la Fare - Jul 18, 2026
What did our critic think of AAAAA at Aaa?
by Felicitas de la Fare - Jul 18, 2026
What did our critic think of AAAAA at Aaa?
THE SOUND OF MUSIC North American Tour to Return to TPAC
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
The North American tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, is set to play Tennessee Performing Arts Center as part of the Broadway at TPAC season.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
The North American tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, is set to play Tennessee Performing Arts Center as part of the Broadway at TPAC season.
Review: SOUTH PACIFIC at The Muny
by Steve Callahan - Jul 9, 2026
The Muny has mounted a quite perfect 'South Pacific'!
by Steve Callahan - Jul 9, 2026
The Muny has mounted a quite perfect 'South Pacific'!
Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty To Receive Hammerstein Museum's Ockie Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2026
Tony Award-winning songwriting duo Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty will be honored with the Ockie Award at the Oscar Hammerstein Museum's Something Wonderful Gala, featuring a concert by Liz Callaway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2026
Tony Award-winning songwriting duo Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty will be honored with the Ockie Award at the Oscar Hammerstein Museum's Something Wonderful Gala, featuring a concert by Liz Callaway.
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How many shows has Oscar Hammerstein written?
Oscar Hammerstein has written 1 shows including Punch, Judy & Company (Bookwriter).
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