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Sir Tim Rice is an author and Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, Emmy Award, Tony Award, and Grammy Award-winning lyricist. He is best known for his collaborations with Andrew Lloyd Webber, with whom he wrote Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Evita; with Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson of ABBA, with whom he wrote Chess; for additional songs for the 2011 West End revival of The Wizard of Oz; and for his work with Alan Menken on Disney's Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, and the musical King David. He also worked with Elton John on Disney's The Lion King, the musical Aida, and DreamWorks Animation's The Road to El Dorado and Ennio Morricone.


One of the most celebrated lyricists in British popular culture, Rice was knighted by Elizabeth II for services to music in 1994. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, is an inductee into the Songwriter's Hall of Fame, is a Disney Legend recipient, and is a fellow of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors. The 2016 Sunday Times Rich List values Rice at £150m; the 15th-richest music millionaire in the UK. He is one of fifteen artists to have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award.

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STAGE CREDITS

The Likes of Us
[Regional (UK)]
World Premiere, 2005
Auctioneer

Productions

Beauty and the Beast
 
[US Tour, 2025]
Lyricist
Lyricist
The Wizard of OzThe Wizard of Oz
 
[West End, 2023]
ADDITIONAL LYRICS
ChessChess
 
[West End, 2018]
Book Writer
Disney's Beauty and the BeastDisney's Beauty and the Beast
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2015]
Lyrics
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 
[West End, 2007] [Replacement]
Lyrics[Replacement]
The Likes of Us
 
[London Fringe, 2005]
Book Revisions
The Likes of Us
 
[Regional (UK), 2005]
Book Revisions
The Lion KingThe Lion King
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Lyricist
The Wizard of OzThe Wizard of Oz
 
[West End, ] [Replacement]
Lyrics[Replacement]

Writing

Aladdin
Lyricist
Aida
Lyricist
Blondel
Bookwriter/Lyricist
Chess
Lyricist
Cricket
Lyricist
Evita
Bookwriter
Lyricist
Heathcliff
Lyricist
King David
Bookwriter
Lyricist
Tycoon
Lyricist

Movies

Jesus Christ Superstar
[ 1973 ] lyricist
Straight Talk
[ 1992 ] songs
Aladdin
[ 1992 ] songs
The Lion King
[ 1994 ] songs
Evita
[ 1996 ] lyricist
Thomas and the Magic Railroad
[ 2000 ] lyrics
The Road to El Dorado
[ 2000 ] lyrics by
Beauty and the Beast
[ 2017 ] songs
Aladdin: Live from the West End
[ 2022 ] Lyrics by
Mufasa: The Lion King
[ 2024 ] Original Songs
Disney's the Lion King 30th Anniversary Tribute Special
[ 2024 ] Lyrics

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lyrics

Tim Rice, Aladdin

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tim Rice, Aladdin


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Olivier Awards - 2012 - Special Award

Sir Tim Rice

Olivier Awards - 2000 - Radisson Edwardian Award for Best New Musical

Tim Rice, The Lion King


winner
Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tim Rice, Aida


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Musical

Tim Rice, The Lion King

Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tim Rice, The Lion King

Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Lyrics

Tim Rice, Beauty and the Beast

Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tim Rice, Beauty and the Beast


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Lyrics

Tim Rice, Evita


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1980 - Best Musical

Tim Rice, Evita


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1980 - Best Lyricist

Tim Rice, Evita

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THE LION KING, JR to be Presented at Cumberland County Playhouse Photo
THE LION KING, JR to be Presented at Cumberland County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

The Cumberland County Playhouse will present The Lion King, Jr, with music and lyrics by Tim Rice and Elton John, with additional music and lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Hans Zimmer; book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi.
HELL’S KITCHEN, THE OUTSIDERS and More Set for Broadway in Portland 2026-27 Season Photo
HELL’S KITCHEN, THE OUTSIDERS and More Set for Broadway in Portland 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026

Broadway in Portland has unveiled the 2026-2027 season of Broadway shows at Keller Auditorium, including Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen, The Outsiders, and more. 
Buxton Opera House Will Stage JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT in 2026 Photo
Buxton Opera House Will Stage JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Buxton Opera House has announced it will stage JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT as its community production for 2026, inviting local talent to participate.
Review: THE LION KING is the Pride of Broadway Sacramento Photo
Review: THE LION KING is the Pride of Broadway Sacramento
by Courtney Symes - Jan 15, 2026

Broadway Sacramento is starting off the new year with a legend. The Lion King, winner of six Tony Awards, is back in town after seventeen years. The familiar score by Elton John and Tim Rice has been a favorite since the animated version debuted in 1994. Songs like “Hakuna Matata,” “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” and “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” have helped to catapult The Lion King to the status of highest-grossing Broadway production of all time. This was my first time experiencing the magic, and you shouldn’t wait as many years as I have.
THE LION KING Comes to the Morrison Center in February Photo
THE LION KING Comes to the Morrison Center in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026

Disney’s The Lion King will be presented as a live musical production in Boise at Morrison Center beginning Feb. 18, with performances continuing through early March.
Craig A. Meyer to Make Manhattan Cabaret Debut at Laurie Beechman Theatre Photo
Craig A. Meyer to Make Manhattan Cabaret Debut at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2026

Craig A. Meyer will make his Manhattan cabaret debut at the Laurie Beechman Theatre with ELTON BILLY & BARRY – THEY WRITE THE SONGS. The show features music by Elton John, Billy Joel, and Barry Manilow.
A History of Musical Concept Albums Photo
A History of Musical Concept Albums
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 4, 2026

The idea of the concept album took flight at the same time as the idea of the rock musical. A concept album introduces audiences to the score of a musical by deliberately releasing an album of the songs before any live production exists at all. The concept album ostensibly stands on its own terms.
Critics’ Choice: Franco Milazzo's Best Theatre Of 2025 Photo
Critics’ Choice: Franco Milazzo's Best Theatre Of 2025
by Franco Milazzo - Dec 30, 2025

Looking back over 2025, it appears I sat in a dark room and wrote barely legible thoughts into a notebook on about 150-odd occasions. By the grace of God and the BroadwayWorld UK editor, I saw a real smörgåsbord of delights, everything from highly anticipated West End theatre to opera, dance, circus, cabaret, comedy and immersive theatre.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Tim Rice written?

Tim Rice has written 15 shows including Tycoon (Lyricist), Jesus Christ Superstar (Lyricist), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Bookwriter), Evita (Bookwriter), Blondel (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Chess (Lyricist), Cricket (Lyricist), Beauty and the Beast (Lyricist), Heathcliff (Lyricist), King David (Bookwriter), The Lion King (Lyricist), Aida (Lyricist), The Likes of Us (Lyricist), From Here to Eternity (Lyricist), Aladdin (Lyricist).

What awards has Tim Rice been nominated for?

Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Aladdin, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aladdin, Special Award (Olivier Awards), Radisson Edwardian Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Lion King, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aida, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Beauty and the Beast , Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Beauty and the Beast, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Evita, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Evita and Best Lyricist (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Evita.

What awards has Tim Rice won?

Tim Rice has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, including a Special Award from the Olivier Awards. He won the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Aida. His work on The Lion King earned him the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle. For Evita, he received Outstanding Lyrics from the Drama Desk Awards, Best Musical from the New York Drama Critics Circle, and Best Lyricist from the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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