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Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Musical

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Michael Gribble & Friends In A VERY GRIBBLE LA CHRISTMAS To Play The Hotel Cafe
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025

A Very Gribble LA Christmas will bring Michael Gribble & Friends to The Hotel Cafe for a one-night holiday program on December 7, 2025. The concert will feature original seasonal music and new arrangements of classic material performed by guest vocalists from stage and screen.
Carol Stein To Present CAROL’S CAROLS: A MUSICAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION At Winter Park Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025

Pianist and vocalist Carol Stein will perform her new holiday cabaret CAROL’S CAROLS as part of the Winter Park Playhouse Spotlight Cabaret Series on December 10 and 11, 2025.
WICKED: FOR GOOD & More Win 2025 Hollywood Music In Media Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 20, 2025

The winners of the 16th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) were recently announced, with Wicked: For Good and Wicked: One Wonderful Night among the honorees. Check out the full list here.
Organist Anna Lapwood to Embark on UK Tour in 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025

Organist, conductor, and broadcaster Anna Lapwood has announced a brand new UK tour for 2026. The tour will see Lapwood perform a mix of classical and contemporary music and film scores specially arranged for organ in her own style.
Gloria Molina Grand Park to Present NYELA 2026 Celebration Featuring Ruby Ibarra, BARDO, and Ceci Bastida
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025

Gloria Molina Grand Park will present its annual NYELA celebration on December 31 with a theme centered on the “Power of One.” The free event will feature live performances by Ruby Ibarra, BARDO, and Ceci Bastida, along with DJs and a large-scale countdown projection on L.A.’s City Hall.
Review: MARY POPPINS at Broadway On Main Theatre Company
by Sean Fallon - Nov 16, 2025

On Saturday, November 15, at 7:00 P.M., I had the pleasure of my very first experience with the Broadway on Main Theatre Company in East Haven, Connecticut, to see a phenomenal production of MARY POPPINS! This theater features scenery projections on the back of the stage wall and on the side house walls, to immerse the audience into the show, with a constant 270 degree visual experience! Sometimes the projections include motion, even moving images of some of the characters in the show! This is a unique concept, brilliantly applied, enhancing the quality of the production! This is a highly memorable show, wonderful for the whole family!
Sarah Jessica Parker Named 2026 Carol Burnett Award Honoree
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025

Broadway alum Sarah Jessica Parker has been named the 2026 Carol Burnett Award honoree, recognizing her contributions to the television industry both in front of and behind the camera.
Nicole Scherzinger, Derek Hough, & More to Perform in Disney Holiday Concert Special
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025

Tony Award winner Nicole Scherzinger is among the star-studded lineup set to perform in The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular, returning to ABC for its 10th year. 
Nathan Coe Marsh and More Set for THE MAGIC STUDIO HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025

​For the first time this holiday season, The Magic Studio is inviting audiences to step into a celebration of wonder, laughter and the holiday spirit featuring six magicians in “The Magic Studio Holiday Spectacular”.
Video: Watch 'Great Bolts of Thunder' From HERCULES in the West End
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2025

Watch a video of the cast of Disney's Hercules in London sing a new song written for the musical, 'Great Bolts of Thunder.' Written by Alan Menken and David Zippel, the song takes place before the final battle with Hades begins!
Review: PINOCCHIO at Coachella Valley Rep
by Eri Gold - Nov 11, 2025

Firstly, I would like to thank my new readers for joining my adventure with Broadway World out here in beautiful Palm Springs, California. Last night I had the pleasure of seeing Coachella Valley Repertory’s production of “Pinocchio”—which, I am proud to say, after writing this article, I can now officially spell.
Disney Launches Holiday Campaign with New Short Film and World Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 10, 2025

To mark the 2025 holiday season, Disney has launched their “Make Someone’s Holiday Magic' campaign to celebrate the joy of giving, which includes a new short film and a holiday tour.
Disney's HERCULES Extends; Leslie Beehann Joins The Muses
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025

Hercules will extend its run at Theatre Royal Drury Lane until 18 July 2026 due to public demand. Leslie Beehann will join the cast to play Calliope from 8 December.
Nate Bargatze To Host New Game Show THE GREATEST AVERAGE AMERICAN
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025

Stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze will host the all-new game show, “The Greatest Average American,” premiering WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25 (9:02-10:02 p.m. EST), on ABC and next day on Hulu. 
L.A. COUNTY HOLIDAY CELEBRATION Returns December 24 For Its 66th Year At The Music Center
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025

The Emmy Award-winning L.A. County Holiday Celebration will return to The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., marking its 66th annual presentation.
WICKED: FOR GOOD And More Nominated for 2025 Hollywood Music In Media Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

The Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) has announced the nominees for its 2025 ceremony recognizing composers, songwriters, and music supervisors for original music in film, television, video games, and other visual media.
Helen Mirren to Receive Cecil B. DeMille Award from the Golden Globes
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025

Tony Award-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren has been named the 2026 Cecil B. DeMille Award honoree from the Golden Globes. The award will be presented on the new annual primetime special “Golden Eve,” airing on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
ABC Unveils 2025 Holiday Programming Lineup with New Specials, Festive Films, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025

ABC is ringing in the 2025 holiday season with the official lineup of festive programming arriving in the coming months including holiday episodes of “Abbott Elementary,” specials like “CMA Country Christmas,' and more.
The Music Center To Host Festive Holiday Programming Across Downtown Los Angeles
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025

The Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles will present a full slate of holiday programming through December 2025, featuring performances and events from TMC Arts, LA Phil, LA Opera, Center Theatre Group, and the Los Angeles Master Chorale.
Video: Susan Egan Joins HERCULES Cast For Disney Villain Medley
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2025

Susan Egan, the original Meg from the Hercules animated film, joined the company of the West Endmusical for a Disney villain medley. Watch a video, which includes Egan singing 'I Won't Say I'm in Love' and 'Mother Knows Best' from Tangled.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Walt Disney written?

Walt Disney has written 1 shows including Mary Poppins (Source Material).

What awards has Walt Disney been nominated for?

Walt Disney's musical, The Lion King, has been nominated for the Best Musical category at the Tony Awards.

What awards has Walt Disney won?

Walt Disney's musical "The Lion King" has won the prestigious Tony Award for Best Musical. This award recognizes the outstanding achievement of the production in the Broadway industry. The Lion King has received critical acclaim and has been widely recognized for its exceptional storytelling, music, and stagecraft. It is considered one of Disney's most successful and beloved stage adaptations, garnering numerous accolades and nominations throughout its run.

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