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Received a Tony nomination and a Drama Desk Award for Wicked. She created the memorable television drama “My So-Called Life” which starred Claire Danes. Holzman got her start writing for the acclaimed drama “thirtysomething” and later executive produced (again with Marshall Herskovitz and Edward Zwick) “Once and Again.” Other theatre work includes the musical Birds of Paradise (with composer David Evans) and a ten-minute play called Post-Its: Notes on a Marriage which she wrote with her husband, actor Paul Dooley. Features include ‘Til There Was You. Also an actress, Ms. Holzman appeared in Jerry Maguire and as Larry’s wife’s therapist on “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” Most recently she teamed with her daughter, Savannah Dooley, to write and produce the ABC Family series, “Huge.” She is a graduate of Princeton University, received an MFA from the NYU Musical Theatre Program and serves on the board of the Writers Guild Foundation.

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Awards and Nominations


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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2004 - Best Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked

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News


Photos: The 2025 ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Fest with Stephen Schwartz
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2025

On May 5-6, the ASCAP Foundation held the 2025 ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Fest, hosted by legendary and lyricist Stephen Schwartz at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts (The Wallis). Take a look at photos from the event!
Video: WICKED Stars Perform 'OzCapella' Version of 'What Is This Feeling?'
by Michael Major - May 2, 2025

Jordan Litz and his Wicked co-stars have returned with another installment of the 'Swankified Stairwell Sessions.' This time, they video features Allie Trimm and Mary Kate Morrissey for a performance of 'What Is This Feeling?'
Review: WICKED Stimulates the Senses at the Eccles Theater
by Tyler Hinton - Apr 18, 2025

The national tour of WICKED, currently playing at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City, is providing Utah theatregoers the opportunity to see the treasured story unfold live on stage.
Video: Watch Lencia Kebede Sing 'The Wizard & I' in WICKED
by Michael Major - Apr 17, 2025

Watch a video of Wicked's new Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, performing 'The Wizard and I' on Broadway. She stars in the show with Allie Trimm (Glinda), NaTasha Yvette Williams (Madame Morrible), Jenna Bainbridge (Nessarose) and Daniel Quadrino (Boq). 
Photos: New WICKED West End Portraits Featuring Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025

WICKED has released new photography of the 2025 /26 company’s leading ladies, Emma Kingston as Elphaba and Zizi Strallen as Glinda, alongside Ozian, and continuing company member, James Titchener. See photos here! 
NYU Tisch School of the Arts 2025 Gala Honors Winnie Holzman and Daniel Dae Kim
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025

Over 500 alumni, donors and supporters gathered at Cipriani South Street on Monday night for the NYU Tisch School of the Arts 2025 Gala, raising over $1.7 million to support the critical needs of talented Tisch students.
Photos: Winnie Holzman and Daniel Dae Kim Honored at NYU Tisch School Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025

Winnie Holzman and Danie Dae Kim were both honored at the NYU Tisch School of the Arts 2025 Gala this week. Also in attendance were Paul Tazewell, Billy Crudup, Claire Danes, and more. Take a look at photos from the evening here!
Photos: Daniel Dae Kim Honored at NYU Tisch 2025 Gala
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 8, 2025

New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts honored notable alumnus and talented actor, director, and producer Daniel Dae Kim (’96) at its annual gala on April 7 at Cipriani South Street. Check out photos from the event here.
WICKED, MEAN GIRLS, & More 2024 Films Recognized as Gender-Balanced Productions
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 26, 2025

Wicked, Mean Girls, Moana 2, and more popular 2024 films have met the ReFrame Stamp criteria for gender-balanced production, according to a new report.
Video: WICKED's West End Stars Emma Kingston & Zizi Strallen Sing 'For Good'
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2025

Be chaged 'For Good' first a first listen to the new stars of Wicked in the West End singing 'For Good.' The London production has released a new video of Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen singing the classic song from the hit musical.
Prospect Musicals' IGNITE Concert Festival to Launch Next Week With Katrina Lenk and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025

Prospect Musicals’ new residency at Baruch Performing Arts Center begins this upcoming week with the IGNITE Concert Festival, running from March 27 – April 13, 2025. See the lineup and learn how to attend.
Photos: Emma Kingston, Zizi Strallen, and the New London Cast of WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025

All new photos have been released ahead of the 2025/26 West End company of Wicked, led by Emma Kingston as Elphaba and Zizi Strallen as Glinda. Check out the photos here!
WICKED ya a la venta en formato digital
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Mar 14, 2025

Hoy 14 de marzo ya está a la venta en España la versión digital de WICKED en España con un precio de 13,99€ en diversas plataformas digitales.
WICKED Returns To Madison This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025

“Wicked,” Madison’s most popular musical, will return to Overture Center this July in Overture Hall. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11 a.m. 
Video: Watch Lencia Kebede Make Broadway History With WICKED Debut
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2025

On March 4, Lencia Kebede made Broadway history as the first Black actress to play Elphaba full-time on Broadway. Watch a video from her curtain call, which includes a first look at the brand-new, updated wig for Elphaba.
A NIGHT OF NEW WORK By Tisch's Musical Theatre Writing Program Graduates is Coming to 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present A Night of New Work from the 2024 graduating class of NYU Tisch's Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program. Learn how to attend.
Photos: WICKED Welcomes Lencia Kebede, Allie Trimm, and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

Wicked on Broadway will welcome five new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre. Check out all new photos of the new 2025 cast and learn more here!
WICKED llega en marzo al formato doméstico
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Feb 28, 2025

El próximo 14 de marzo se pondrá a la venta en España la versión digital de WICKED en España con un precio de 13,99€.
Tickets to WICKED in Indianapolis to go on Sale Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

WICKED, Indianapolis' most popular musical, will return to Old National Centre in June. Wicked is currently the 4th longest-running Broadway show in history. Learn more!
Prospect Musicals Launches Multi-Year Residency at Baruch PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

Prospect Musicals is launching a new multi-year residency at Baruch Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to attend.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Winnie Holzman written?

Winnie Holzman has written 3 shows including A...My Name Is Alice (Material), Birds of Paradise (Bookwriter), Wicked (Bookwriter).

What awards has Winnie Holzman been nominated for?

Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Wicked, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Wicked and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Wicked.

What awards has Winnie Holzman won?

Winnie Holzman has won the Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Wicked and the Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Wicked.

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