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BIO

Tony, Emmy and Drama Desk Award-nominated composer of the Broadway musicals Elf and The Wedding Singer (Tony nomination for Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Music). He was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Direction for the critically acclaimed NBC stop-motion animated TV special "Elf: Buddy's Musical Christmas." Additional TV/film credits include "Sesame Street," "Wonder Pets!" and PBS's "American Masters." Awards include the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, the Gilman/Gonzalez-Falla Theatre Award and the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation.

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Productions

ELF the Musical
 
[US Tour, 2025]
Composer
Elf The MusicalElf The Musical
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Music
ELF the MusicalELF the Musical
 
[West End, 2022]
Music
The PromThe Prom
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Music, Vocal Arrangements
Shrek the MusicalShrek the Musical
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Dance Music Arranger
Caroline, or ChangeCaroline, or Change
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Associate Conductor
NineNine
 
[Broadway, 2003] [Replacement]
Associate Conductor[Replacement]
Rehearsal Pianist
Oklahoma!
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Rehearsal Pianist
42nd Street42nd Street
 
[Broadway, 2001] [Replacement]
Associate Conductor[Replacement]
Putting It Together
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Keyboards
Assistant Conductor
Annie Get Your Gun
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Rehearsal Pianist
On the Town
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Rehearsal Pianist
Titanic
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Keyboard
Associate Conductor
Miss Saigon
 
[Broadway, 1991] [Replacement]
Assistant Conductor[Replacement]
Assistant Conductor[Replacement]
Les MiserablesLes Miserables
 
[Broadway, 1987] [Replacement]
Associate Conductor[Replacement]

Writing

Half Time
Composer
Composer

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding New Score

Matthew Sklar, The Prom

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Matthew Sklar, The Prom


winner
Richard Rodgers Award - 2010 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award

Matthew Sklar

Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Matthew Sklar, The Wedding Singer

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Video: 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre Photo
Video: 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2025

Eric Ankrim and Company perform 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre. CHeck out the video from the holiday musical now!
Video: ELF THE MUSICAL Trailer at The 5th Avenue Theatre Photo
Video: ELF THE MUSICAL Trailer at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025

ELF the Musical is now playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre Company, running through December 28 at the historic downtown Seattle theatre. Check out an all new trailer for the production in the video here!
ELF THE MUSICAL JR. Opens At The Emery Theater With The Children’s Theatre Of Cinc Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL JR. Opens At The Emery Theater With The Children’s Theatre Of Cincinnati
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati opens ELF THE MUSICAL JR. at the newly restored Emery Theater, marking its first holiday production in the historic venue. Families can experience Buddy’s musical adventure through December 21.
ELF THE MUSICAL is Now Playing at Surflight Theatre Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL is Now Playing at Surflight Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

The ever popular holiday production of Elf The Musical, back for the first time since 2018, opened at Surflight Theatre on November 29th. Learn more about the show here!
ELF THE MUSICAL JR to be Presented at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL JR to be Presented at DreamWrights Center For Community Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025

DreamWrights Center for Community Arts is inviting families across York to celebrate the season with Elf the Musical JR, a joyful, music-filled holiday production performed entirely by young artists under the age of 16.
ELF THE MUSICAL Begins Its Holiday Run At The Auditorium Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL Begins Its Holiday Run At The Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2025

ELF THE MUSICAL will be sprinkling jolly joy as it begins tomorrow at The Auditorium (50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) for a limited engagement through December 14 only.
Enjoy Your ELF at Toby's in Columbia through January 4, 2026 Photo
Enjoy Your ELF at Toby's in Columbia through January 4, 2026
by Cybele Pomeroy - Nov 30, 2025

Enthusiastic performances, a snappy live band, bright costumes and lively dancing adorn Toby's production of ELF The Musical. This sweet and charming lighthearted family-pleaser will put a smile on your face and a song in your heart. Director/ Choreographer Mark Minnick delivers engaging group numbers and Musical Director Ross Scott Rawlings creates glorious harmonies in this infectious show. Through January 4, 2026.
Video: First Look At ELF THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse Photo
Video: First Look At ELF THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse has released video highlights of its new staging of ELF: THE MUSICAL from November 21 through January 4 in New Hope. Based on the film, the musical follows Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole to New York City, discovering his identity while attempting to bring holiday spirit to the city.
Photos: ELF: THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse Photo
Photos: ELF: THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse has released new photos from its upcoming production of ELF: THE MUSICAL, which will run November 21 through January 4. Directed by John Tartaglia.
Stages Theatre Company's ELF THE MUSICAL Begins Performances This Week Photo
Stages Theatre Company's ELF THE MUSICAL Begins Performances This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025

Stages Theatre Company will present ELF THE MUSICAL JR. from November 21 through December 28, 2025. The production, based on the New Line Cinema film by David Berenbaum, will feature a cast of young performers from the Twin Cities area.
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next W Photo
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Melissa Errico, Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season and more. 
Photos: Inside ELF THE MUSICAL Gala Night in London Photo
Photos: Inside ELF THE MUSICAL Gala Night in London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

All new photos have been released from the gala night for ELF the Musical on 6 November. In attendance were Dani Dyer, Faye Tozer, Juliet Mayhew, Rob Madge, Vanessa Feltz and Ranj Singh amongst others. Check out the photos here!
THE WEDDING SINGER Begins At Wright State Theatre November 13 Photo
THE WEDDING SINGER Begins At Wright State Theatre November 13
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

Wright State Theatre will present the hit 1980s musical comedy The Wedding Singer, November 13–23, 2025, at the Festival Playhouse in Wright State University’s Creative Arts Center.
John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse Photo
John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with a sparkling new production of “Elf: The Musical,” playing at the historic New Hope venue, and directed by John Tartaglia.
A CHORUS LINE & More Lead Philadelphia's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows Photo
A CHORUS LINE & More Lead Philadelphia's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2025

Philadelphia is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include A Chorus Line and more.
ELF, THE MUSICAL to Open at Cumberland County Playhouse in November Photo
ELF, THE MUSICAL to Open at Cumberland County Playhouse in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2025

Cumberland County Playhouse will present Elf, The Musical, with a book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin, music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin.
Photos: ELF THE MUSICAL Now Playing at the Aldwych Theatre Photo
Photos: ELF THE MUSICAL Now Playing at the Aldwych Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

All new photos have been released from ELF the Musical, which is now in performances at the Aldwych Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
The 5th Avenue Theatre Will Present ELF " THE MUSICAL This Holiday Season Photo
The 5th Avenue Theatre Will Present ELF " THE MUSICAL This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025

The 5th Avenue Theatre will present ELF – The Musical November 28–December 28, 2025, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones. Starring Eric Ankrim as Buddy. Tickets are available now.
Fulton Theatre Will Present ELF: THE MUSICAL Starring Ben Fankhauser This Holiday Sea Photo
Fulton Theatre Will Present ELF: THE MUSICAL Starring Ben Fankhauser This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025

The Fulton Theatre will present Elf: The Musical as its 2025 holiday production. Performances will run November 21 through December 28 on the Fulton's Mainstage.
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND and More Set for Little Theatre Of Manchester 2026 Season Photo
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND and More Set for Little Theatre Of Manchester 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025

Little Theatre of Manchester has revealed the complete lineup for its 2026 Season, five productions centering around the theme of 'The Search for Truth.' Learn more!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Matthew Sklar written?

Matthew Sklar has written 6 shows including Half Time (Composer), The Rhythm Club (Composer), The Wedding Singer (Composer), Elf - The Musical (Composer), Gotta Dance (Music), The Prom (Music).

What awards has Matthew Sklar been nominated for?

Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Prom, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Prom, Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award) and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Wedding Singer.

What awards has Matthew Sklar won?

Matthew Sklar has won the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, also known as the Richard Rodgers Award.

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