Thomas Meehan
Latest News on Thomas Meehan:
Canine Stars For ANNIE Announced As Tickets Go On Sale (Jul 25, 2024)
Review: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Makes for a Monster Hit at Pittsburgh CLO (Jul 22, 2024)
Emmaus Theatre to Present ANNIE, JR in August (Jul 13, 2024)
Canine Stars For ANNIE Announced As Tickets Go On Sale (Jul 25, 2024)
Review: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Makes for a Monster Hit at Pittsburgh CLO (Jul 22, 2024)
Emmaus Theatre to Present ANNIE, JR in August (Jul 13, 2024)
Thomas Meehan BIO
Thomas Meehan won the 2003 Tony for co-writing the book for Hairspray, the 2001 Tony for the book of The Producers and the 1977 Tony for the book of Annie, which was his first Broadway show. He has since written the books for Young Frankenstein, I Remember Mama, Ain't Broadway Grand, Annie Warbucks and Bombay Dreams. He is a long-time contributor of humor, including "Yma Dream," to The New Yorker; an Emmy-winning television writer; and a collaborator on screenplays, including Mel Brooks' Spaceballs, To Be or Not to Be and The Producers. He is a member of the Council of the Dramatists Guild.
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Thomas Meehan Productions
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Libretto
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Thomas Meehan Movies
Annie
[ 1982 ] book
[ 1982 ] book
To Be or Not to Be
[ 1983 ] writer
[ 1983 ] writer
One Magic Christmas
[ 1985 ] writer
[ 1985 ] writer
Spaceballs
[ 1987 ] writer
[ 1987 ] writer
The Producers
[ 2005 ] Max's Attorney
[ 2005 ] Max's Attorney
Thomas Meehan Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, Death Takes a Holiday
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, Cry-Baby
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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, Hairspray
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Best Musical
Thomas Meehan, Hairspray
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Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, Hairspray
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Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Choreography
Thomas Meehan, The Producers
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Best Musical
Thomas Meehan, The Producers
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Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, The Producers
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Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Book
Thomas Meehan, Annie
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1977 - Best Musical
Thomas Meehan, Annie
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Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, Annie
Thomas Meehan Videos
Video: Go on a Backstage Tour of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at La Mirada Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2022
Photos/Video: First Look at the New Cast of HAIRSPRAY on Tour, Featuring Andrew Levitt aka Nina West
by Sneak Peek - Sep 29, 2022
Exclusive Video: First Look At Sally Struthers, A.J. Holmes & More in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at La Mirada Theatre
by Alan Henry - Sep 22, 2022
Exclusive Photos & Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at La Mirada Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2022
VIDEO: Jimmie Herrod Wows AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Judges With 'Tomorrow!'
by Sarah Leiber - Jun 24, 2021
Broadway Rewind: Get Sparklejollytwinklejingley with Scenes from ELF!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 22, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Feel the Transylvania Mania with YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2020
VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes of Bay Area Musical's Behind the Scenes of HAIRSPRAY
by Alan Henry - Jul 2, 2019
VIDEO: On This Day, November 8 - A New Tomorrow Begins With the Broadway Revival of ANNIE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2018
Thomas Meehan News
Canine Stars For ANNIE Announced As Tickets Go On Sale
Canine stars announced for the upcoming production of ANNIE as tickets go on sale. Discover the talented dogs set to bring Sandy to life in this beloved musical.
Canine stars announced for the upcoming production of ANNIE as tickets go on sale. Discover the talented dogs set to bring Sandy to life in this beloved musical.
Review: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Makes for a Monster Hit at Pittsburgh CLO
Sometimes, smaller, dumber and cheaper is a compliment, not a put-down, as in this miniaturized Mel Brooks classic.
Sometimes, smaller, dumber and cheaper is a compliment, not a put-down, as in this miniaturized Mel Brooks classic.
Emmaus Theatre to Present ANNIE, JR in August
Leaping Lizards! Emmaus, PA will “stick up its chin and grin and sing ‘Tomorrow! Tomorrow!'” when Star of the Day performs Annie JR., it was announced by Drew Cohen, president of Music Theatre International (MTI).
Leaping Lizards! Emmaus, PA will “stick up its chin and grin and sing ‘Tomorrow! Tomorrow!'” when Star of the Day performs Annie JR., it was announced by Drew Cohen, president of Music Theatre International (MTI).
Spotlight: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Matthews Playhouse
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Matthews Playhouse Will Have Audiences Screaming With Laughter!
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Matthews Playhouse Will Have Audiences Screaming With Laughter!
Photos: First Look at YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Berkshire Theatre Group
Get a first look at photos of Young Frankenstein at Berkshire Theatre Group! See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at photos of Young Frankenstein at Berkshire Theatre Group! See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
ANNIE to Return to Australia in 2025
The beloved musical ANNIE is set to return to Australia, bringing its timeless story and memorable songs to audiences across the country starting in June 2024.
The beloved musical ANNIE is set to return to Australia, bringing its timeless story and memorable songs to audiences across the country starting in June 2024.
HAIRSPRAY and World Premiere of TRICK! THE MUSICAL Lead Out Front Theatre Company's 2024/25 Season
Out Front Theatre Company has announced its 2024/25 season lineup. The company's ninth season will feature a Tony Award-winning beloved musical, a campy holiday mystery, incredible plays new to Atlanta, and the world premiere stage adaptation of a 1990's queer cult-classic film.
Out Front Theatre Company has announced its 2024/25 season lineup. The company's ninth season will feature a Tony Award-winning beloved musical, a campy holiday mystery, incredible plays new to Atlanta, and the world premiere stage adaptation of a 1990's queer cult-classic film.
Kyla Stone, Nick Cearley & More to Star in Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Berkshire Theatre Group
Berkshire Theatre Group has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Berkshire Theatre Group has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: HAIRSPRAY at Broadway Dallas
Don't miss out on an energetic evening of singing, dancing, fun, and reflection. HAIRSPRAY is at Music Hall at Fair Park June 18-30.
Don't miss out on an energetic evening of singing, dancing, fun, and reflection. HAIRSPRAY is at Music Hall at Fair Park June 18-30.
Photos: First Look at GPAC's The Producers
The Grand Prairie Arts Council is presenting “The Producers,” with music and lyrics by Mel Brooks and Glen Kelly, book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and direction by Mallory Roelke. The show runs June 21 - 30 at the Uptown Theater. Check out photos here!
The Grand Prairie Arts Council is presenting “The Producers,” with music and lyrics by Mel Brooks and Glen Kelly, book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and direction by Mallory Roelke. The show runs June 21 - 30 at the Uptown Theater. Check out photos here!
ANNIE Tour Will Switch To Equity Status This Fall
In a rare move for the industry, the national touring production of Annie will switch from Non-Equity to equity status this fall. The Non-Equity tour played its final performance last month in Portland, OR.
In a rare move for the industry, the national touring production of Annie will switch from Non-Equity to equity status this fall. The Non-Equity tour played its final performance last month in Portland, OR.
Rialto Chatter: Is ELF THE MUSICAL Bringing Its Holiday Spirit Back to Broadway In 2024?
According to a new Equity casting notice, a new production of the hit holiday show, Elf the Musical, is aiming for a Broadway bow this holiday season.
According to a new Equity casting notice, a new production of the hit holiday show, Elf the Musical, is aiming for a Broadway bow this holiday season.
Westport Country Playhouse to Present Sophie B. Hawkins With New Musical BIRDS OF NEW YORK
Westport Country Playhouse will present Grammy Award nominee, famed pop singer, and Westport, Connecticut resident Sophie B. Hawkins with a selection of songs and scenes from her new musical, 'Birds of New York'. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Westport Country Playhouse will present Grammy Award nominee, famed pop singer, and Westport, Connecticut resident Sophie B. Hawkins with a selection of songs and scenes from her new musical, 'Birds of New York'. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 7, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Interview: Greg Kalafatas of HAIRSPRAY at BROADWAY AT THE HOBBY CENTER
There's this obvious fantasy of the character in that we're in mid-century pinks and blues and teals and aquamarines and this whole color palette and it's a musical, and it's songs, and it's a man dressed up as a woman. But the thing the reality is that Edna turns out as a woman, and you're playing a mom, and she's and that's what she is.
There's this obvious fantasy of the character in that we're in mid-century pinks and blues and teals and aquamarines and this whole color palette and it's a musical, and it's songs, and it's a man dressed up as a woman. But the thing the reality is that Edna turns out as a woman, and you're playing a mom, and she's and that's what she is.
The Grand Prairie Arts Council to Present THE PRODUCERS in June
The Grand Prairie Arts Council presents THE PRODUCERS, a comedic musical by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, running at the Uptown Theater in Grand Prairie, TX. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Grand Prairie Arts Council presents THE PRODUCERS, a comedic musical by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, running at the Uptown Theater in Grand Prairie, TX. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: THE PRODUCERS at Theatre Three
Port Jefferson’s historic Theater Three certainly has another hit on their hands with their current showing of the mega hit musical The Producers. Closing out their incredible 53rd season, the beautiful Long Island venue has assembled a brilliant cast to flawlessly deliver this Tony, Grammy, and Olivier winning Mel Brooks classic. Indeed, this thrilling production is a must see this exciting Spring season in the lively town.
Port Jefferson’s historic Theater Three certainly has another hit on their hands with their current showing of the mega hit musical The Producers. Closing out their incredible 53rd season, the beautiful Long Island venue has assembled a brilliant cast to flawlessly deliver this Tony, Grammy, and Olivier winning Mel Brooks classic. Indeed, this thrilling production is a must see this exciting Spring season in the lively town.
ELF THE MUSICAL Will Embark on 2024 UK Theatre Tour
After sell-out arena tours and a record breaking two West End seasons at The Dominion, the musical theatre version of the hilarious hit movie ELF will be hitting the road in a handful of the UK's most prestigious theatres.
After sell-out arena tours and a record breaking two West End seasons at The Dominion, the musical theatre version of the hilarious hit movie ELF will be hitting the road in a handful of the UK's most prestigious theatres.
Sutton Foster Will Lead ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway Beginning This Summer
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will open on Broadway this summer at The Hudson Theatre, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster! Foster will lead the Broadway cast, reprising her acclaimed performance as Winnifred the Woebegone.
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will open on Broadway this summer at The Hudson Theatre, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster! Foster will lead the Broadway cast, reprising her acclaimed performance as Winnifred the Woebegone.
Stolen Shakespeare Guild Announces THE GREAT GATSBY, MY FAIR LADY and More for 2024-2025 Season
The Stolen Shakespeare Guild has announced its 2024-2025 season featuring classics like MACBETH, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and THE TEMPEST, promising a captivating lineup for theater enthusiasts.
The Stolen Shakespeare Guild has announced its 2024-2025 season featuring classics like MACBETH, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and THE TEMPEST, promising a captivating lineup for theater enthusiasts.
Thomas Meehan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Thomas Meehan written?
Thomas Meehan has written 17 shows including Cry-Baby (Bookwriter), Hairspray (Bookwriter), Annie (Bookwriter), I Remember Mama (Bookwriter), Lyle The Crocodile (Bookwriter), Annie 2 (Bookwriter), Ain't Broadway Grand (Bookwriter), Annie Warbucks (Bookwriter), The Producers (Bookwriter), Bombay Dreams (Bookwriter), Robin Hood (Bookwriter), Death Takes a Holiday (Bookwriter), 1984 (Libretto), Young Frankenstein (Bookwriter), Elf - The Musical (Bookwriter), Chaplin (Bookwriter), Rocky (Bookwriter).
What awards has Thomas Meehan been nominated for?
Thomas Meehan has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Death Takes a Holiday," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Cry-Baby," Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hairspray," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Hairspray," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hairspray," Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Producers," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "The Producers," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Producers," Outstanding Book at the Drama Desk Awards for "Annie," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Annie," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Annie."
What awards has Thomas Meehan won?
Thomas Meehan has won several awards for his work in Broadway. He won Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hairspray," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Hairspray," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hairspray." He also won Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Producers," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "The Producers," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Producers." Additionally, he won Outstanding Book at the Drama Desk Awards for "Annie," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Annie," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Annie."
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