William Finn
Latest News on William Finn:
The National Youth Music Theatre Announces Bold Rebrand, Move to Birmingham, and More (Oct 23, 2024)
Cast Set for FALSETTOS at Ground Floor Theatre (Oct 23, 2024)
Photos: Barrington Stage Co. Breaks Attendance Record For NYC Gala (Oct 22, 2024)
The National Youth Music Theatre Announces Bold Rebrand, Move to Birmingham, and More (Oct 23, 2024)
Cast Set for FALSETTOS at Ground Floor Theatre (Oct 23, 2024)
Photos: Barrington Stage Co. Breaks Attendance Record For NYC Gala (Oct 22, 2024)
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The Royal Family: Chip Zien, A.J. Shively, Harriet Harris, John Rando, Arnie Burton, Kathy Fitzgerald, Hayley Podschun, Rachel Sheinkin, William Finn, Laura Michelle Kelly, Alan H. Green, Will Swenson, Vadim Feitchner, and Carmel Dean
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05/12/2018
From: Photo Coverage: In Rehearsal With the Cast of THE ROYAL FAMILY OF BROADWAY at Barrington Stage
The creative team of The Royal Family of Broadway: composer William Finn, artistic director Julianne Boyd, book writer Rachel Sheinkin, musical director Vadim Feitchner, and director John Rando
Date:
05/12/2018
From: Photo Coverage: In Rehearsal With the Cast of THE ROYAL FAMILY OF BROADWAY at Barrington Stage
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
William Finn, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
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Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Book of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lyrics
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Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Music
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Videos
Video: SPELLING BEE at the Kennedy Center with Beanie Feldstein, Bonnie Milligan, and More
by Joshua Wright - Oct 18, 2024
Exclusive: Chip Zien Looks Back on His Epic, 15-Show Broadway Career
by Robert Bannon - Apr 26, 2024
VIDEO: First Look At George Street Playhouse's THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Alan Henry - Mar 27, 2023
Video: First Look at James Lapine's New Documentary IN THE COMPANY OF ROSE
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2022
VIDEO: First Look at The Acting Company's THE THREE MUSKETEERS and ROMEO AND JULIET in Repertory
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2022
VIDEO: Jose Llana Visits Backstage with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Dec 3, 2021
VIDEO: Jose Llana Sings from COMPANY in Rehearsal for The Seth Concert Series
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 2, 2021
VIDEO: Chip Zien Plays Skylar Astin's Dad on ZOEY'S EXTRAORDINARY PLAYLIST
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 2, 2021
VIDEO: Andrew Rannells on Working With Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman on THE PROM on THE LATE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2020
VIDEO: Andrew Rannells Talks About Staying Cool Around Meryl Streep on the Set of THE PROM on CONAN
by Sarah Leiber - Dec 10, 2020
VIDEO: Andrew Rannells Talks About Auditioning Against 'Type' for Broadway Shows on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Dec 8, 2020
VIDEO: Andrew Rannells Talks About the Broadway Shutdown, THE BOYS IN THE BAND
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 2, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Encores! Brings Back the Heart and Music of A NEW BRAIN
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 27, 2020
VIDEO: Mónica Huarte Creates Spanish Parody of 'I'm Breaking Down' From FALSETTOS
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2020
News
The National Youth Music Theatre Announces Bold Rebrand, Move to Birmingham, and More
The National Youth Music Theatre has announced a rebrand, relocation to Birmingham, and a new vision aimed at empowering young talent, marking a significant shift in its strategic direction.
The National Youth Music Theatre has announced a rebrand, relocation to Birmingham, and a new vision aimed at empowering young talent, marking a significant shift in its strategic direction.
Cast Set for FALSETTOS at Ground Floor Theatre
Ground Floor Theatre has revealed the cast for the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Falsettos directed by Trace Turner with musical direction by Trey Shonkwiler and choreography by Richard Cerato. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ground Floor Theatre has revealed the cast for the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Falsettos directed by Trace Turner with musical direction by Trey Shonkwiler and choreography by Richard Cerato. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Barrington Stage Co. Breaks Attendance Record For NYC Gala
Monday is typically referred to as a “slow” night of the week in New York City inasmuch as most Broadway shows are “dark”. However, in some ways it becomes one of the most exciting nights to be in Manhattan.
Monday is typically referred to as a “slow” night of the week in New York City inasmuch as most Broadway shows are “dark”. However, in some ways it becomes one of the most exciting nights to be in Manhattan.
Video: SPELLING BEE at the Kennedy Center with Beanie Feldstein, Bonnie Milligan, and More
Get a first look at The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Kennedy Center, featuring music by William Finn and a book by Rachel Sheinkin. Check out all-new video of the cast performing selections from the show.
Get a first look at The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Kennedy Center, featuring music by William Finn and a book by Rachel Sheinkin. Check out all-new video of the cast performing selections from the show.
Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNUM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Kennedy Center
The latest entry into Kennedy Center’s Broadway Center Stage series is the crowd pleasing quirky musical by William Finn (Music and Lyrics) and Rachel Sheinkin (Book) known as The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee. The 2005 musical also features additional material by Jay Reiss. See what our critic had to say.
The latest entry into Kennedy Center’s Broadway Center Stage series is the crowd pleasing quirky musical by William Finn (Music and Lyrics) and Rachel Sheinkin (Book) known as The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee. The 2005 musical also features additional material by Jay Reiss. See what our critic had to say.
Review Roundup: SPELLING BEE at the Kennedy Center
See what the critics are saying about The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Kennedy Center. Read all the reviews for the new production starring Beanie Feldstein, Kevin McHale and more!
See what the critics are saying about The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Kennedy Center. Read all the reviews for the new production starring Beanie Feldstein, Kevin McHale and more!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 15, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 15, 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 October 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: SPELLING BEE at the Kennedy Center with Beanie Feldstein, Bonnie Milligan, and More
All new photos have been released from The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Kennedy Center, featuring music by William Finn and a book by Rachel Sheinkin. Check out the photos here!
All new photos have been released from The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Kennedy Center, featuring music by William Finn and a book by Rachel Sheinkin. Check out the photos here!
Videos You Missed This Week: TAMMY FAYE, LEFT ON TENTH, and More
Catch up on all the latest from the week ending October 11, 2024 with videos from Left on Tenth, McNeal, and more!
Catch up on all the latest from the week ending October 11, 2024 with videos from Left on Tenth, McNeal, and more!
Cast Set For FALSETTOS at Court Theatre
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre Company will present William Finn and James Lapine’s Falsettos, a tribute to family and its many forms; a playful interrogation of faith and identity; and a celebration of the beauty, complexity, and necessity of love.
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre Company will present William Finn and James Lapine’s Falsettos, a tribute to family and its many forms; a playful interrogation of faith and identity; and a celebration of the beauty, complexity, and necessity of love.
FEVER DREAMS (OF ANIMALS ON THE VERGE OF EXTINCTION) Comes to TheaterWorks Hartford
TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, has announced details for its 2024-2025 season opener Fever Dreams (of animals on the verge of extinction).
TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, has announced details for its 2024-2025 season opener Fever Dreams (of animals on the verge of extinction).
Photos: Kennedy Center's 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE in Rehearsal
Earlier this week, the cast of William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presented a special sneak peek at the production in the rehearsal room. Check out photos below!
Earlier this week, the cast of William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presented a special sneak peek at the production in the rehearsal room. Check out photos below!
Videos You Missed This Week: TEETH, SPELLING BEE, YELLOW FACE, and More
Catch up on all the latest from the week ending October 4, 2024 with videos from Sunset Boulevard, Teeth, Yellow Face, and more!
Catch up on all the latest from the week ending October 4, 2024 with videos from Sunset Boulevard, Teeth, Yellow Face, and more!
Video: Kennedy Center's 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Preview
It's a marvelous memory if you win the spelling bee. It's also a marvelous memory if you see the Spelling Bee! Up next at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Watch clips of three songs in rehearsals in this video!
It's a marvelous memory if you win the spelling bee. It's also a marvelous memory if you see the Spelling Bee! Up next at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Watch clips of three songs in rehearsals in this video!
How Common Are Autobiographical Plays and Musicals?
This time, the reader question was: With Yellow Face on Broadway, have there been other semi-autobiographical shows on Broadway where the writer made themself a character?
This time, the reader question was: With Yellow Face on Broadway, have there been other semi-autobiographical shows on Broadway where the writer made themself a character?
Norm Lewis to Headline Barrington Stage Company Benefit at Chelsea Table+Stage
Broadway’s Norm Lewis will headline Barrington Stage Company’s BSC IN NYC benefit on Monday, October 21 at Chelsea Table+Stage at 6:00 pm. The evening begins with cocktails, a sit-down dinner, cabaret performance by Norm Lewis and a champagne toast. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway’s Norm Lewis will headline Barrington Stage Company’s BSC IN NYC benefit on Monday, October 21 at Chelsea Table+Stage at 6:00 pm. The evening begins with cocktails, a sit-down dinner, cabaret performance by Norm Lewis and a champagne toast. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FALSETTOS to be Presented by Court Theatre & TimeLine Theatre This November
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre announced their collaboration on FALSETTOS, set to run this November. The production will bring the Tony Award-winning musical to Chicago audiences.
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre announced their collaboration on FALSETTOS, set to run this November. The production will bring the Tony Award-winning musical to Chicago audiences.
Beanie Feldstein, Kevin McHale, Noah Galvin to Star in SPELLING BEE at the Kennedy Center
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts revealed the complete cast and creative team for the Broadway Center Stage production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. See who is starring!
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts revealed the complete cast and creative team for the Broadway Center Stage production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. See who is starring!
Review: A NEW BRAIN at Fuse Theatre Ensemble
Fuse's take on this musical about art, creativity, and renewal has a ton of heart.
Fuse's take on this musical about art, creativity, and renewal has a ton of heart.
Construction Begins on TimeLine Theatre Company's New Home in Uptown
TimeLine Theatre Company's capital campaign has raised nearly $40 million and its general contractor, Bulley & Andrews, has begun construction on the company’s future new home at 5035 N. Broadway, near the corner of Broadway and Argyle, in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood.
TimeLine Theatre Company's capital campaign has raised nearly $40 million and its general contractor, Bulley & Andrews, has begun construction on the company’s future new home at 5035 N. Broadway, near the corner of Broadway and Argyle, in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has William Finn written?
William Finn has written 15 shows including Muscle (Bookwriter), In Trousers (Bookwriter), March of the Falsettos (Bookwriter), America Kicks Up Its Heels (Composer), Romance in Hard Times (Bookwriter), Dangerous Games (Lyricist), Falsettoland (Bookwriter), Falsettos (Bookwriter), A New Brain (Bookwriter), Love's Fire: Fresh Numbers by Seven American Playwrights (Playwright), Elegies (Composer), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Composer), Make Me a Song (Composer), Little Miss Sunshine (Composer), You're Standing in My Way: A New Song Cycle (Lyrics).
What awards has William Finn been nominated for?
William Finn has been nominated for several prestigious awards, including: Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Falsettos; Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Falsettos; Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Falsettoland; and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Falsettoland.
What awards has William Finn won?
William Finn has won the following awards: Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Falsettos, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Falsettos, and Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Falsettoland.
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