Tom Waits
Tom Waits is an actor, composer/lyricist, bookwriter whose BroadwayWorld credits include Tom Waits in Concert on Broadway.
Date of Birth: December 07, 1949 (76)
Birth Place: Pomona, CA, USA
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Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Music
Tom Waits, The Black Rider
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Video: WILDWOOD Trailer Unveiled: New Look at Long-Awaited Animated Film
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-13 11:42:33
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LOS LOBOS: NATIVE SONS to Premiere at DOC NYC
by Rachel Stone - Oct 26, 2026
The award-winning documentary on the legendary East Los Angeles rock band screens at DOC NYC's Sonic Cinema program, featuring archival footage and interviews with Linda Ronstadt, Tom Waits, and others.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 26, 2026
The award-winning documentary on the legendary East Los Angeles rock band screens at DOC NYC's Sonic Cinema program, featuring archival footage and interviews with Linda Ronstadt, Tom Waits, and others.
Photos: RAY GUNN to Make West Coast Premiere at AFI FEST
by Rachel Stone - Oct 26, 2026
RAY GUNN premiered at AFI FEST. The film screened at the festival in Los Angeles.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 26, 2026
RAY GUNN premiered at AFI FEST. The film screened at the festival in Los Angeles.
Review: Singer-Songwriter Patty Smyth Rocks Out at Café Carlyle
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 24, 2026
Smyth brought rock-star energy big enough to power the type of thousand-seat venues she typically plays to the intimate Carlyle room, and it was magnetic.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 24, 2026
Smyth brought rock-star energy big enough to power the type of thousand-seat venues she typically plays to the intimate Carlyle room, and it was magnetic.
Ollee Owens Shares Blues Single 'Common Ground' From Forthcoming Album
by Rachel Stone - Oct 23, 2026
Blues and roots artist Ollee Owens released the single 'Common Ground,' the lead track from her upcoming album FROM NOW ON produced by Colin Linden.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 23, 2026
Blues and roots artist Ollee Owens released the single 'Common Ground,' the lead track from her upcoming album FROM NOW ON produced by Colin Linden.
THE DECEMBERISTS Release Music Video for "The Better Part of Bravery" From WILDWOOD
by Rachel Stone - Oct 23, 2026
THE DECEMBERISTS released a music video for "The Better Part of Bravery," an original song written for LAIKA's stop-motion film WILDWOOD, based on the novel by frontman Colin Meloy. The film and soundtrack are now available.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 23, 2026
THE DECEMBERISTS released a music video for "The Better Part of Bravery," an original song written for LAIKA's stop-motion film WILDWOOD, based on the novel by frontman Colin Meloy. The film and soundtrack are now available.
WILDWOOD to Open in Theaters From LAIKA
by Rachel Stone - Oct 23, 2026
LAIKA's stop-motion fantasy WILDWOOD stars Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Jacob Tremblay as teens on a rescue mission into an enchanted forest. The film features voice performances by Carey Mulligan, Mahershala Ali, and Angela Bassett.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 23, 2026
LAIKA's stop-motion fantasy WILDWOOD stars Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Jacob Tremblay as teens on a rescue mission into an enchanted forest. The film features voice performances by Carey Mulligan, Mahershala Ali, and Angela Bassett.
THE DECEMBERISTS Share 'The Better Part of Bravery' From LAIKA's WILDWOOD
by Rachel Stone - Oct 14, 2026
The indie rock band released a closing song for the stop-motion animated film based on frontman Colin Meloy's debut novel, marking their first new music in over two years.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 14, 2026
The indie rock band released a closing song for the stop-motion animated film based on frontman Colin Meloy's debut novel, marking their first new music in over two years.
Photos: Peter Mulvey's Lamplighter Sessions to Return to Club Passim
by Rachel Stone - Oct 13, 2026
Peter Mulvey will curate and perform across six shows at Club Passim's 15th annual Lamplighter Sessions, featuring regional musicians and special performances including a Tom Waits tribute.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 13, 2026
Peter Mulvey will curate and perform across six shows at Club Passim's 15th annual Lamplighter Sessions, featuring regional musicians and special performances including a Tom Waits tribute.
THE DECEMBERISTS Share 'The Better Part of Bravery' From LAIKA's WILDWOOD
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026
The indie rock band released their first new music in over two years, a closing song for the stop-motion animated film based on frontman Colin Meloy's debut novel.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026
The indie rock band released their first new music in over two years, a closing song for the stop-motion animated film based on frontman Colin Meloy's debut novel.
Review: RENT Stays Relevant at BDE Productions
by Greg Kerestan - Oct 2, 2026
It's almost a rite of passage that every theatre kid goes through a loving RENT phase and a hating RENT phase. The memes of 'Benny is a hero, the Bohemians are trash' have circulated for years, and I won't deny there are little grains of truth in there; this IS after all a show where killing rich people's pets is treated as effective praxis and a good prank.
by Greg Kerestan - Oct 2, 2026
It's almost a rite of passage that every theatre kid goes through a loving RENT phase and a hating RENT phase. The memes of 'Benny is a hero, the Bohemians are trash' have circulated for years, and I won't deny there are little grains of truth in there; this IS after all a show where killing rich people's pets is treated as effective praxis and a good prank.
Isabella Isherwood to Perform THE SWEETEST SOUNDS at Chelsea Table + Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2026
Chicago jazz vocalist and pianist Isabella Isherwood will perform at Chelsea Table + Stage in New York. The performance features her debut album THE SWEETEST SOUNDS, which pairs jazz standards with material from musical theatre and artists including Tom Waits, Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, and Amy Winehouse.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2026
Chicago jazz vocalist and pianist Isabella Isherwood will perform at Chelsea Table + Stage in New York. The performance features her debut album THE SWEETEST SOUNDS, which pairs jazz standards with material from musical theatre and artists including Tom Waits, Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, and Amy Winehouse.
THE WORKS OF TOM WAITS to Benefit Music Education at Carnegie Hall
by Rachel Stone - Sep 29, 2026
Michael Dorf Presents will host the 22nd annual Music Of benefit concert celebrating Tom Waits' songbook at Carnegie Hall, with Greg Cohen serving as musical director and an all-star lineup reinterpreting the legendary songwriter's catalog.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 29, 2026
Michael Dorf Presents will host the 22nd annual Music Of benefit concert celebrating Tom Waits' songbook at Carnegie Hall, with Greg Cohen serving as musical director and an all-star lineup reinterpreting the legendary songwriter's catalog.
LAIKA to Receive Gotham Anniversary Tribute at 36th Annual Awards
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026
The Gotham Film & Media Institute will honor LAIKA's 20 years of animation with the Gotham Anniversary Tribute at its annual ceremony in New York City, coinciding with the studio's release of WILDWOOD.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026
The Gotham Film & Media Institute will honor LAIKA's 20 years of animation with the Gotham Anniversary Tribute at its annual ceremony in New York City, coinciding with the studio's release of WILDWOOD.
Will Bernard Announces WHEREABOUTS Album on Color Red
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026
Grammy-nominated guitarist Will Bernard released WHEREABOUTS, a soul-jazz and funk album featuring collaborators John Medeski, Robert Walter, and Skerik on Denver-based label Color Red.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026
Grammy-nominated guitarist Will Bernard released WHEREABOUTS, a soul-jazz and funk album featuring collaborators John Medeski, Robert Walter, and Skerik on Denver-based label Color Red.
Photos: WINONA RYDER, ANALOGUE YOUTH to Open at Metrograph In Theater
by Rachel Stone - Sep 24, 2026
Metrograph will present a ten-film retrospective of Winona Ryder's career, featuring titles including THE AGE OF INNOCENCE, BEETLEJUICE, BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA, and GIRL, INTERRUPTED, with select films screening on 35mm.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 24, 2026
Metrograph will present a ten-film retrospective of Winona Ryder's career, featuring titles including THE AGE OF INNOCENCE, BEETLEJUICE, BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA, and GIRL, INTERRUPTED, with select films screening on 35mm.
Photos: Ute Lemper Releases MOTHERS Across 17 Languages for Peace
by Rachel Stone - Sep 21, 2026
Singer and composer Ute Lemper released the multilingual peace project MOTHERS, featuring one original song performed across 17 languages and cultures in recognition of International Day of Peace.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 21, 2026
Singer and composer Ute Lemper released the multilingual peace project MOTHERS, featuring one original song performed across 17 languages and cultures in recognition of International Day of Peace.
THE ART OF FALLING APART to feature Earl Slick at Union Chapel
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2026
Camille O'Sullivan performs a new show at Union Chapel in North London with David Bowie's legendary guitarist Earl Slick as a special guest, following sold-out runs at London theatres.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2026
Camille O'Sullivan performs a new show at Union Chapel in North London with David Bowie's legendary guitarist Earl Slick as a special guest, following sold-out runs at London theatres.
WILDWOOD Tickets Now on Sale; LAIKA's Stop-Motion Fantasy
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026
LAIKA released the final trailer for WILDWOOD, its sixth stop-motion feature starring Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Jacob Tremblay, with voice work by Carey Mulligan, Mahershala Ali, and Angela Bassett. Tickets are available for theatrical release in select premium formats.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026
LAIKA released the final trailer for WILDWOOD, its sixth stop-motion feature starring Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Jacob Tremblay, with voice work by Carey Mulligan, Mahershala Ali, and Angela Bassett. Tickets are available for theatrical release in select premium formats.
San Diego International Film Festival Announces 25th Anniversary Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2026
The San Diego International Film Festival revealed its 2026 slate featuring 90 selections from 22 countries, including world premieres and films by Martin McDonagh, Peter Farrelly, Anton Corbijn, and Mike Leigh.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2026
The San Diego International Film Festival revealed its 2026 slate featuring 90 selections from 22 countries, including world premieres and films by Martin McDonagh, Peter Farrelly, Anton Corbijn, and Mike Leigh.
Amanda Seyfried, John Turturro, Jesse Eisenberg, Ron Howard and More Set for 2026 Hamptons International Film Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Amanda Seyfried, John Turturro, Jesse Eisenberg and Ron Howard will take part in the 2026 Hamptons International Film Festival, which has announced its full lineup for October 2-12.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Amanda Seyfried, John Turturro, Jesse Eisenberg and Ron Howard will take part in the 2026 Hamptons International Film Festival, which has announced its full lineup for October 2-12.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Tom Waits been in?
Tom Waits has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Tom Waits been in?
Tom Waits has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Tom Waits been nominated for?
and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Black Rider .
How many shows has Tom Waits written?
Tom Waits has written 2 shows including Frank's Wild Years (Composer/Lyricist), The Black Rider (Composer/Lyricist).
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