Wayne Barker
Latest News on Wayne Barker:
Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at UA Little Rock University Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 24, 2025: MOULIN ROUGE! and More Welcome New Stars (Jul 24, 2025)
MR. HOLLAND'S OPUS Musical Continues Development With Drew & Dane Productions (Jul 23, 2025)
Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at UA Little Rock University Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 24, 2025: MOULIN ROUGE! and More Welcome New Stars (Jul 24, 2025)
MR. HOLLAND'S OPUS Musical Continues Development With Drew & Dane Productions (Jul 23, 2025)
BIO
2011 Drama Desk award for Peter & The Starcatcher at New York Theatre Workshop.
Broadway: On stage with Dame Edna in Back With A Vengeance! (composer, and co-lyricist with Barry Humphries). Also for Edna: "We've Made The Most Of Melbourne" (2006 Commonwealth Games) and "Fifty On The Stage" (Royal Command Variety Performance). Regional: The Great Gatsby (Guthrie); Twelfth Night and The Three Musketeers (Seattle Rep).
TV: "A Little Curious" (HBO Family). Other: Mark Bennett's A Midsummer Night's Dream (orchestrations), Chicago City Limits, Radio Active Theater, The Raymond Scott Orchestrette, arrangements for the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the Chicago, Minnesota, San Francisco, Baltimore, and St. Louis Symphonies, among many others.
Upcoming: I Heart Bob (Parallel Exit). Local 802, The Dramatists Guild; Artistic Associate for New Musicals at New York Theatre Workshop.
Photos
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Master of the Dame's Musick
Productions
Writing
Composer
Lyricist
Lyricist
Composer
Composer
Composer
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Wayne Barker, Peter and the Starcatcher
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Music in a Play
Wayne Barker, Peter and the Starcatcher
Videos
Video/Photos: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER At Canberra Theatre Centre
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-11-07 18:05:22
Exclusive Look: Matthew Broderick in BABBITT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-01 15:36:25
VIDEO: Watch a Trailer for Westport County Playhouse's MAN OF LA MANCHA
by Stephi Wild - 2018-09-29 17:05:04
Casting Announced For Royal And Derngate's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by BWW News Desk - 2016-10-28 06:08:08
STAGE TUBE: Stephen Mark Lukas Performs 'C'est Moi' in CAMELOT at Westport Country Playhouse
by Stage Tube - 2016-10-20 16:21:27
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Robert Sean Leonard and More in CAMELOT at Westport Country Playhouse
by Stage Tube - 2016-10-14 12:41:09
STAGE TUBE: Britney Coleman Performs 'The Lusty Month of May' in CAMELOT at Westport Country Playhouse
by Stage Tube - 2016-10-11 15:32:19
STAGE TUBE: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER's Mermaids and Mermen Go on Afternoon Coffee Run
by Stage Tube - 2013-10-31 17:51:52
STAGE TUBE: Watch Matthew Saldivar in PETER AND THE STARCATCHER's New TV Commercial!
by Stage Tube - 2012-09-14 21:25:16
STAGE TUBE: Outtakes from the PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Promo Shoot!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-09-14 17:06:26
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER to Offer Free Tickets on Stache Day!, 9/19
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-08-29 16:30:37
STAGE TUBE: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER's Greg Hildreth in 'Real Actors Read Yelp'
by Stage Tube - 2012-08-12 11:55:39
TV: Sneak Peek of Matthew Saldivar as 'Black Stache' in PETER AND THE STARCATCHER!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-08-06 11:34:19
TV: Jeff Croiter on His Shining Moment and the Privilege of Building PETER AND THE STARCATCHER from the Ground Up
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-06-14 15:56:43
TV: Best Featured Actor Tony Winner Christian Borle- 'I Just Can't Believe They Called My Name'
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-06-11 14:32:37
TV: Tony Scenic Design Winner Donyale Werle - PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is 'About Imagination'
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2012-06-13 12:41:53
TV: Paloma Young Talks Dreams Coming True on Her Tony Win for PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-06-19 13:42:53
TV: Tony Sound Design Winner Darron L. West on How PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Has Been Nothing Short of Magical!
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-06-16 08:24:51
STAGE TUBE: Get to Know the PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Cast as They Set Sail!
by Jennie Mamary - 2012-03-30 13:49:13
News
Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at UA Little Rock University Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 6, 2025
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Department of Theatre Arts took flight with their wildly imaginative production of Peter and the Starcatcher, which ran October 23–26.
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 6, 2025
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Department of Theatre Arts took flight with their wildly imaginative production of Peter and the Starcatcher, which ran October 23–26.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 24, 2025: MOULIN ROUGE! and More Welcome New Stars
by - Jul 24, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 24, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jul 24, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 24, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
MR. HOLLAND'S OPUS Musical Continues Development With Drew & Dane Productions
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025
Drew & Dane Productions will be leading the development of Mr. Holland's Opus, a musical adaptation of the 1995 Oscar-nominated film, with book and lyrics by BD Wong and music by Wayne Barker.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025
Drew & Dane Productions will be leading the development of Mr. Holland's Opus, a musical adaptation of the 1995 Oscar-nominated film, with book and lyrics by BD Wong and music by Wayne Barker.
Review: Theatre Raleigh's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by Jeffrey Kare - Jun 13, 2025
Loosely based on Dave Barry & Ridley Pearson’s 2004 novel, Peter and the Starcatcher upends the classic story of how a miserable young orphan became The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up, otherwise known as Peter Pan. It begins when he and his mates are shipped off from Victorian England to a distant island ruled by the evil King Zarboff.
by Jeffrey Kare - Jun 13, 2025
Loosely based on Dave Barry & Ridley Pearson’s 2004 novel, Peter and the Starcatcher upends the classic story of how a miserable young orphan became The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up, otherwise known as Peter Pan. It begins when he and his mates are shipped off from Victorian England to a distant island ruled by the evil King Zarboff.
BD Wong Will Host the Actors' Equity Foundation Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025
The Actors' Equity Foundation's 2025 awards presentation will take place this month and will be hosted by Tony Award winner BD Wong. Learn more about the awards here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025
The Actors' Equity Foundation's 2025 awards presentation will take place this month and will be hosted by Tony Award winner BD Wong. Learn more about the awards here!
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER to be Presented at Americana Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2025
Americana Theatre Company will present the beloved play “Peter and the Starcatcher,” on select dates in July. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2025
Americana Theatre Company will present the beloved play “Peter and the Starcatcher,” on select dates in July. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Comes to Matthews Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025
Prepare to be transported on a thrilling voyage with Peter and the Starcatcher. This Tony Award-winning play reimagines the timeless tale of how a downtrodden orphan transforms into the iconic Peter Pan.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025
Prepare to be transported on a thrilling voyage with Peter and the Starcatcher. This Tony Award-winning play reimagines the timeless tale of how a downtrodden orphan transforms into the iconic Peter Pan.
Review: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at Great Lakes Theater
by Roy Berko - Feb 10, 2025
Mention author J. M. Barrie, and the immediate thought is Peter Pan. Peter Pan, the tale of a boy who refused to grow up, which has become a cottage industry. Dolls, movies, a musical play, coloring books, cartoons, Halloween costumes, a non-musical play, and books are all available. There is even a psychological condition, “The Peter Pan Syndrome,” which puts the spotlight on men who refuse to assume responsibility for their boyish actions.
by Roy Berko - Feb 10, 2025
Mention author J. M. Barrie, and the immediate thought is Peter Pan. Peter Pan, the tale of a boy who refused to grow up, which has become a cottage industry. Dolls, movies, a musical play, coloring books, cartoons, Halloween costumes, a non-musical play, and books are all available. There is even a psychological condition, “The Peter Pan Syndrome,” which puts the spotlight on men who refuse to assume responsibility for their boyish actions.
REVIEW: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Is A Whimsical Pantomime Prequel To The Peter Pan Story
by Jade Kops - Feb 5, 2025
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is a wonderfully whimsical evening of entertainment for all ages. Based on Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s 2004 novel, this stage adaptation by Rick Elice (Playwright) and Wayne Barker (Music) is given an all-new Australian spin by David Morton (Director and Designer).
by Jade Kops - Feb 5, 2025
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is a wonderfully whimsical evening of entertainment for all ages. Based on Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s 2004 novel, this stage adaptation by Rick Elice (Playwright) and Wayne Barker (Music) is given an all-new Australian spin by David Morton (Director and Designer).
Feature: The Muny’s 30 Nods Leads the St Louis Theater Circle Awards Nominations
by James Lindhorst - Feb 4, 2025
The St. Louis Theater Circle has announced their 2025 nominations for their annual awards. Each year, the Circle honors excellence in professional theater with awards in 34 categories for producing, directing, acting, and technical theatre. This year The Muny leads all companies with 30 nominations spread across their seven musicals presented in their 106th season. STAGES St. Louis, The New Jewish Theatre, and The Repertory Theater of St. Louis earned 19 nominations each. St. Louis Shakespeare Festival’s production of AS YOU LIKE IT and STAGES St. Louis production of RAGTIME are the most nominated productions of the year with 10 nods each.
by James Lindhorst - Feb 4, 2025
The St. Louis Theater Circle has announced their 2025 nominations for their annual awards. Each year, the Circle honors excellence in professional theater with awards in 34 categories for producing, directing, acting, and technical theatre. This year The Muny leads all companies with 30 nominations spread across their seven musicals presented in their 106th season. STAGES St. Louis, The New Jewish Theatre, and The Repertory Theater of St. Louis earned 19 nominations each. St. Louis Shakespeare Festival’s production of AS YOU LIKE IT and STAGES St. Louis production of RAGTIME are the most nominated productions of the year with 10 nods each.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; ALICE BY HEART at Debut Theatre Company Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; Debut Theatre Company Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; ALICE BY HEART at Debut Theatre Company Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
The Top 10 Theater Productions in St. Louis for 2024
by James Lindhorst - Dec 12, 2024
This past season was the year of the drama in St. Louis Theater. Patrons returned to the theatre in droves and many of the regional companies experienced strong box office with sold-out or extended runs. Tesseract Theater Company had a breakout year, placing two productions on this top 10 list. The Black Rep, ERA, They Muny, New Jewish Theater, The Repertory Theater of St. Louis, and STAGES St. Louis all benefited from positive word of mouth and strong single ticket box office sales thanks to their marvelous seasons and well-reviewed productions.
by James Lindhorst - Dec 12, 2024
This past season was the year of the drama in St. Louis Theater. Patrons returned to the theatre in droves and many of the regional companies experienced strong box office with sold-out or extended runs. Tesseract Theater Company had a breakout year, placing two productions on this top 10 list. The Black Rep, ERA, They Muny, New Jewish Theater, The Repertory Theater of St. Louis, and STAGES St. Louis all benefited from positive word of mouth and strong single ticket box office sales thanks to their marvelous seasons and well-reviewed productions.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW St. Louis Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW St. Louis Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video/Photos: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER At Canberra Theatre Centre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2024
The star-studded ensemble cast of Peter and the Starcatcher are flying into Melbourne, following a sensational premiere season at Canberra Theatre Centre. Check out photos and video from the show.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2024
The star-studded ensemble cast of Peter and the Starcatcher are flying into Melbourne, following a sensational premiere season at Canberra Theatre Centre. Check out photos and video from the show.
Exclusive Look: Matthew Broderick in BABBITT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Oct 1, 2024
Get a first look at Matthew Broderick starring in Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside Broderick.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 1, 2024
Get a first look at Matthew Broderick starring in Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside Broderick.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for BABBIT Starring Matthew Broderick, Ali Stroker, Judy Kaye & More
by Joshua Wright - Sep 6, 2024
Get a first look at rehearsal photos from Shakespeare Theatre Company's second show of 24/25 Season, Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony Award-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony Award-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside star Matthew Broderick. Babbitt runs at STC’s Harman Hall from October 1 to November 3.
by Joshua Wright - Sep 6, 2024
Get a first look at rehearsal photos from Shakespeare Theatre Company's second show of 24/25 Season, Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony Award-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony Award-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside star Matthew Broderick. Babbitt runs at STC’s Harman Hall from October 1 to November 3.
Review: CLUE THE MUSICAL at Arizona Broadway Theatre
by Suzanne Whitaker - Sep 3, 2024
Arizona Broadway Theatre's production of CLUE: THE MUSICAL succeeds in what it sets out to do: offering a fun, interactive evening of entertainment that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
by Suzanne Whitaker - Sep 3, 2024
Arizona Broadway Theatre's production of CLUE: THE MUSICAL succeeds in what it sets out to do: offering a fun, interactive evening of entertainment that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Wayne Barker been in?
Wayne Barker has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Wayne Barker been in?
Wayne Barker has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Wayne Barker been nominated for?
Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher and Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher.
What awards has Wayne Barker won?
Wayne Barker won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Music in a Play for Peter and the Starcatcher.
How many shows has Wayne Barker written?
Wayne Barker has written 4 shows including Clue: The Musical (Composer), Dame Edna: Back with a Vengeance (Composer), Peter and the Starcatcher (Composer), Mr. Holland's Opus (Composer).
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