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Scott Joplin

Date of Death: April 01, 1917 (48)

Birth Place: Texarkana, TX, USA

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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Scott Joplin, Treemonisha

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ASO And Ballet Theatre Of Maryland Partner To Perform School And Family Concerts At Maryland Hall And Chesapeake Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2025

The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra (ASO), led by Artistic Director and Conductor José-Luis Novo, will present two days of concerts for area schoolchildren, followed by the Symphony’s highly anticipated annual Family Concert at Maryland Hall in Annapolis.
Cast Set for Scott Joplin's TREEMONISHA
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025

The cast has arrived for the Florida premiere of Scott Joplin’s Treemonisha presented by Opera Orlando on May 16 - 18 at the Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater at Dr. Phillips Center.
Pianist Myron Romanul Joins Cape Ann Symphony For May Concert
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2025

The Cape Ann Symphony’s 73rd Concert Season will wrap up with The Swirling Romantics Concert featuring guest artist globally celebrated pianist Myron Romanul and the music of Jean Sibelius and Sergei Rachmaninoff.
Opera Orlando to Present the Florida Premiere of Scott Joplin's TREEMONISHA
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2025

Be a part of history by attending the Florida premiere of this joyous work presented by Opera Orlando on May 16 thru 18 at the Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater at Dr. Phillips Center. 
Lisa Kron to Pen New Stage Adaptation of YENTL
by Joshua Wright - Apr 15, 2025

A new musical adaptation of Yentl the Yeshiva Boy is in development, with a book and lyrics by Lisa Kron and music by Adam Benzwi. The production is part of the Civis Hope Commissions at the Fisher Center at Bard.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 28, 2025
by - Mar 28, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Creators Pull FELLOW TRAVELERS Opera From Kennedy Center Lineup Amid Trump Takeover
by Joshua Wright - Mar 27, 2025

Opera Fellow Travelers has been pulled from the Kennedy Center's 2025-26 season by its creators, who objected to President Trump's leadership following his appointment as chairman. Washington National Opera’s upcoming season includes productions such as Verdi’s Aida and Scott Joplin’s Treemonisha.
Feature: 5th Sunday Cabaret To Present TEN PAN ALLEY
by Debbie Hall - Mar 19, 2025

5th Sunday Cabaret celebrates 10 years and will present 'Ten' Pan Alley, a concert featuring a decade of great performances by 10 fantastic Las Vegas performers at Community Lutheran Church (CLC) on March 23.
Sphinx Virtuosi to Perform at Wharton Center in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2025

Prepare for an evening of dynamic strings with Sphinx Virtuosi, an extension of Detroit’s Sphinx Organization, and their latest groundbreaking program, American Form/s. Learn more!
Sphinx Virtuosi's AMERICAN FORMS Comes to the Prior Center in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

Music Worcester and The Prior Performing Arts Center are co-presenting the acclaimed self-conducted string orchestra The Sphinx Virtuosi in American Form/s at The Prior Performing Arts Center at the College of the Holy Cross. 
Sphinx Virtuosi to Perform at Wharton Center in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2025

Prepare for an evening of dynamic strings with Sphinx Virtuosi, an extension of Detroit’s globally renowned Sphinx Organization, and their latest groundbreaking program, American Form/s at Wharton Center. Learn more!
Sphinx Virtuosi to Embark On Spring 2025 U.S. Tour to Chicago, Miami and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

The Sphinx Virtuosi will embark on a spring U.S. tour of their program American Form/s from February 22 to April 5, 2025. See tour dates and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE WOLF IN THE VOICE Debuts at Tarragon
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

The Wolf in the Voice, A World Premiere Tarragon Theatre production in association with Nightswimming, opens next month. The piece co-created and co-directed by Martin Julien and Brian Quirt runs in the Extraspace.
Interview: The Crew of BACK TO THE FUTURE on Tour Talks Special Effects, Time Travel
by Melissa Heckscher - Dec 23, 2024

BroadwayWorld talks with the touring crew of BACK TO THE FUTURE to get the scoop on how the high-tech show makes it on the road.
Pianist Jeremy Denk to Perform at 92NY in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2024

The 92nd Street Y will present the Jeremy Denk, piano in December, on the David Geffen Stage at Kaufmann Concert Hall and streaming online.
Interview: Artemisia LeFay's WASTED GIRL at Don't Tell Mama Is a Thrilling Gothic Ride
by Rebecca Kaplan - Nov 18, 2024

Artemisia LeFay’s Wasted Girl, “an intoxicatingly gothic ride through some of the darker manifestations of passion,” is back at Don’t Tell Mama on 11/24. Read a conversation with Artemisia about the show and the concept of the “wasted girl.”
THE ANONYMOUS LOVER Comes to the Philadelphia Opera
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

Opera Philadelphia will return to the historic Academy of Music in January with the company premiere of The Anonymous Lover, a 1780 opera by Joseph Bologne.
Key Pianist Series to Launch 2024/25 Season With Pianist Cecile Licad In Solo Recital
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Cecile Licad will perform a solo recital at Weill Recital Hall, featuring works by Scriabin, Chopin, Ravel, Amy Beach, Ernest Schelling, and Scott Joplin. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Violinist Kristin Lee to Release Debut Solo Album 'American Sketches'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 21, 2024

Violinist Kristin Lee jas announced her debut solo album, AMERICAN SKETCHES, set for release on November 15 via First Hand Records. A new single by composer Kevin Puts is available now.
New West Symphony to Present Pianist Lara Downes And Dvořák's 'New World' Symphony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2024

Experience the New West Symphony's presentation of Dvořák's 'New World' Symphony with visuals by Joseph Sohm and narration by William Shatner, featuring pianist Lara Downes performing Jessie Montgomery's 'Rounds.' Learn how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Scott Joplin written?

Scott Joplin has written 2 shows including The Ragtime Blues (Composer), Treemonisha (Libretto/Music).

What awards has Scott Joplin been nominated for?

Scott Joplin has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for his work on the show Treemonisha.

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