Benjamin Scheuer
Latest News on Benjamin Scheuer:
Manhattan Theatre Club Unveils 2026 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup (Feb 5, 2026)
Photos: Tovah Feldshuh, Jelani Remy and More at Jamie deRoy's 80th Birthday (Oct 22, 2025)
MY 80-YEAR-OLD BOYFRIEND Original Cast Album To Be Released On Joy Machine Records (Oct 10, 2025)
Manhattan Theatre Club Unveils 2026 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup (Feb 5, 2026)
Photos: Tovah Feldshuh, Jelani Remy and More at Jamie deRoy's 80th Birthday (Oct 22, 2025)
MY 80-YEAR-OLD BOYFRIEND Original Cast Album To Be Released On Joy Machine Records (Oct 10, 2025)
BIO
Songwriter performer BENJAMIN SCHEUER is the recipient of the 2013 ASCAP Foundation Cole Porter Award for songwriting, and the 2013 Musical Theatre Network Award for Best Lyrics. He is the writer/performer of the one-man musical THE LION. The music video for his song “The Lion” has won prizes at the Annecy Film Festival, The Crystal Palace Festival, and the British Animation Awards. (director/animator Peter Baynton) Scheuer has been a writer-in-residence at the Goodspeed Theater, the Weston Playhouse in Vermont, and the Johnny Mercer Songwriting Workshop, and is the curator of the Cornelia Street Cafe Songwriter Series in New York City. He records and performs with his band Escapist Papers, whose second album The Bridge (produced by Geoff Kraly) was released in 2014, and features music from THE LION. Scheuer lives in New York City
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Lyrics
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - John Gassner Playwrighting Award
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2015 - Theatre World Award
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
Videos
VIDEO: Benjamin Scheuer Performs 'Weather the Storm' from THE LION
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-18 10:45:27
VIDEO: Watch Geffen Playhouse Alumn Benjamin Scheuer Sing 'Weather the Storm'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-03-25 15:46:54
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from the Dramatists Guild Fund Gala with Kristin Chenoweth, Darren Criss, Danny Burstein & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-11-10 14:05:29
TV: Broadway Welcomes New Talent at the 71st Annual Theatre World Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-06-03 13:32:33
STAGE TUBE: THE LION's Benjamin Scheuer Releases Music Video for 'Cookie-tin Banjo'
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-07-07 14:52:19
In Performance Video: THE LION's Benjamin Scheuer Performs 'Cookie-Tin Banjo'
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-07-01 08:30:08
News
Manhattan Theatre Club Unveils 2026 Ted Snowdon Reading Series Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced the lineup for its 2026 Ted Snowdon Reading Series. Now in its 28th year, the program supports the development of new theatrical work through free, rehearsed readings.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced the lineup for its 2026 Ted Snowdon Reading Series. Now in its 28th year, the program supports the development of new theatrical work through free, rehearsed readings.
Photos: Tovah Feldshuh, Jelani Remy and More at Jamie deRoy's 80th Birthday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Last week, Broadway producer Jamie deRoy celebrated her 80th birthday in style at the Redeye Grill surrounded by friends, family, Broadway industry professionals and celebrities. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Last week, Broadway producer Jamie deRoy celebrated her 80th birthday in style at the Redeye Grill surrounded by friends, family, Broadway industry professionals and celebrities. See photos here!
MY 80-YEAR-OLD BOYFRIEND Original Cast Album To Be Released On Joy Machine Records
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2025
Joy Machine Records will release the original cast recording of My 80-Year-Old Boyfriend on October 17, featuring Charissa Bertels and Brett Ryback. Written by Christian Duhamel and Ed Bell, the album celebrates the Kleban Award-winning musical.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2025
Joy Machine Records will release the original cast recording of My 80-Year-Old Boyfriend on October 17, featuring Charissa Bertels and Brett Ryback. Written by Christian Duhamel and Ed Bell, the album celebrates the Kleban Award-winning musical.
Interview: Theatre Life with Marika Countouris
by Elliot Lanes - May 29, 2025
Today’s subject Marika Countouris is currently living her theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre as Musical Director/Keyboardist for Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The show runs through June 22nd in the ARK.
by Elliot Lanes - May 29, 2025
Today’s subject Marika Countouris is currently living her theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre as Musical Director/Keyboardist for Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The show runs through June 22nd in the ARK.
Micaela Diamond to Join Benjamin Scheuer in Concert at Gramercy Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025
Benjamin Scheuer will by joined by Tony and Grammy Award Nominee Micaela Diamond at his upcoming concert on March 20, 2025, at the Gramercy Theatre. Learn more about the concert and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025
Benjamin Scheuer will by joined by Tony and Grammy Award Nominee Micaela Diamond at his upcoming concert on March 20, 2025, at the Gramercy Theatre. Learn more about the concert and see how to attend.
New Children's Musical HUNDRED FEET TALL Comes to The Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025
The Old Vic has announced Hundred Feet Tall, a new 30-minute musical play for children that will tour London libraries over the Easter holidays with tickets available for free.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025
The Old Vic has announced Hundred Feet Tall, a new 30-minute musical play for children that will tour London libraries over the Easter holidays with tickets available for free.
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theater in December
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Boise Contemporary Theater will present a genre-redefining musical, The Lion by Benjamin Scheuer beginning next month. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Boise Contemporary Theater will present a genre-redefining musical, The Lion by Benjamin Scheuer beginning next month. Learn more about the show here!
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theatre in December
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024
The Lion is coming to Boise Contemporary Theatre next month. Performances will run December 4-21, 2024. The production is written and performed by Benjamin Scheuer.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024
The Lion is coming to Boise Contemporary Theatre next month. Performances will run December 4-21, 2024. The production is written and performed by Benjamin Scheuer.
Mandy Greenfield Launches Production Company Red Yes Studio
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024
Theatrical producer Mandy Greenfield has launched her own independent production company, Red Yes Studio. The company aims to commission, develop, and produce bold new work for the stage and screen.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024
Theatrical producer Mandy Greenfield has launched her own independent production company, Red Yes Studio. The company aims to commission, develop, and produce bold new work for the stage and screen.
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024
The Lion by Benjamin Scheuer comes to Boise Contemporary Theater in December. Performances run December 4-21, 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024
The Lion by Benjamin Scheuer comes to Boise Contemporary Theater in December. Performances run December 4-21, 2024.
Signature Theatre Names Julián Mesri As Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Resident
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
Signature Theatre has named Julián Mesri as the Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Resident.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
Signature Theatre has named Julián Mesri as the Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Resident.
World Premiere Plays & More Set for Signature Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2024
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024/2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2024
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024/2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!
Trey Ellis, Rona Siddiqui, Anthony Fedorov & More to Join Goodspeed's 12th Annual JMF Writers Grove
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024
Goodspeed Musicals has revealed the participants for the 12th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024
Goodspeed Musicals has revealed the participants for the 12th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals.
Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Noah Centineo & More Arrive on the Red Carpet for JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2023
Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh.
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2023
Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh.
Photos: JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 5, 2023
It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out photos from the after party here!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 5, 2023
It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out photos from the after party here!
Christopher Sieber, Santino Fontana, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 9, 2023
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Check out the full lineup here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 9, 2023
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Check out the full lineup here!
POTTED POTTER: THE UNAUTHORIZED HARRY EXPERIENCE to Return to San Francisco
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2023
Starvox Touring and Potted Productions have announced that after several successful North American tours and over 1,000 performances at Horseshoe Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff is returning to San Francisco for a limited engagement!
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 27, 2023
Starvox Touring and Potted Productions have announced that after several successful North American tours and over 1,000 performances at Horseshoe Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff is returning to San Francisco for a limited engagement!
THE EIGHTH ANNUAL HARVARD-YALE CANTATA to Play 54 Below in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 12, 2023
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will again present a cast of Harvard and Yale grads and current students in The Eighth Annual Harvard-Yale Cantata: The Eras Tour. To celebrate the Eras, we are including writers and performers from the last eight decades. This show is a competition of Harvard alumni vs. Yale alumni, as performers and writers.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 12, 2023
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will again present a cast of Harvard and Yale grads and current students in The Eighth Annual Harvard-Yale Cantata: The Eras Tour. To celebrate the Eras, we are including writers and performers from the last eight decades. This show is a competition of Harvard alumni vs. Yale alumni, as performers and writers.
Mandy Gonzalez, Katerina McCrimmon, David Merino, Martin Sola & More Set For Industry Reading Of New Musical AZUL
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2023
Supported by The Miranda Family, Latiné Musical Theatre Lab will be hosting an internal industry table reading of the musical AZUL, in August 1st, as part of the Lab's Table Reading Series.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2023
Supported by The Miranda Family, Latiné Musical Theatre Lab will be hosting an internal industry table reading of the musical AZUL, in August 1st, as part of the Lab's Table Reading Series.
Mark Your Calendars: Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Reveals On Sale Date for 2023-2024 Season Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2023
Discover the on sale date for Repertory Theatre of St. Louis' highly anticipated 2023-2024 season! Don't miss the chance to experience an incredible lineup of performances. Get all the details and mark your calendars today.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2023
Discover the on sale date for Repertory Theatre of St. Louis' highly anticipated 2023-2024 season! Don't miss the chance to experience an incredible lineup of performances. Get all the details and mark your calendars today.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Benjamin Scheuer been nominated for?
Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion, John Gassner Playwrighting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion and Theatre World Award (Theatre World Awards) for The Lion.
What awards has Benjamin Scheuer won?
Benjamin Scheuer has won the Outstanding Solo Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards for The Lion and the Theatre World Award at the Theatre World Awards for The Lion.
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