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BIO

Paul Simon is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and actor. Paul reached fame and success as half of the duo Simon & Garfunkel, formed with Art Garfunkel.


STAGE CREDITS

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1998]
Music Arrangements
Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1987]
Producer (In Association With)

Writing

Bookwriter/Lyricist
Bookwriter
Composer
Lyricist

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Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lyrics

Paul Simon, The Capeman


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Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Music

Paul Simon, The Capeman

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

Paul Simon, The Capeman

News

Joy Oladokun Releases New Song "SAGE" Featuring Adekunle Gold
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026

Joy Oladokun released a new song titled "Sage" featuring Nigerian artist Adekunle Gold, ahead of her upcoming album HOPE IS A HEAVY THING via Concord Records.
World Famous Pets Share "Bleeding In The Dark," Confirm Fall Tour Dates
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026

Edie Brickell, Matt Chamberlain, Kaveh Rastegar and Mason Stoops released "Bleeding In The Dark," the third single from WORLD FAMOUS PETS' debut album, due September 25, ahead of a fall headline tour with stops in Nashville, Asheville, Dallas, Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Rick Maltese Releases New Single SIMPLY LOVE
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026

Toronto pianist and songwriter Rick Maltese has released "Simply Love," a Ray Charles-inspired pop and jazz track from his album RICK MALTESE & FRIENDS VOL 2, featuring saxophonist Alison Young.
South Jersey Jazz Society To Present JAZZ@THEPOINT FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026

The South Jersey Jazz Society will present its Jazz@ThePoint festival honoring Louis Armstrong, featuring headliners Wycliffe Gordon and Jon Faddis at Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point, NJ.
Melbourne International Jazz Festival Sets Oct 16-25, 2026 Lineup
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026

The Melbourne International Jazz Festival will run October 16-25, 2026, presenting more than 550 artists from 18 countries across 150-plus events, including REBIRTH BRASS BAND and Benjamin Clementine.
PIECES OF LIGHT to Arrive on MASS MoCA Records Featuring Gabriel Cabezas
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026

Alyssa Weinberg's cello suite, inspired by James Turrell's light installations, will be released as a world premiere recording featuring cellist Gabriel Cabezas on MASS MoCA Records.
Brandon Flowers Talks THRASHER, Elvis and MR. BRIGHTSIDE with Anthony Mason
by Rachel Stone - Aug 12, 2026

Brandon Flowers discussed his new solo album THRASHER, his sister's abusive marriage and an imagined encounter with Elvis Presley in a new interview with Anthony Mason.
SMOKING THE BUNNY: Wilder Maker to Release Trilogy's Second LP
by Rachel Stone - Aug 11, 2026

Brooklyn band WILDER MAKER will release SMOKING THE BUNNY via Western Vinyl, the second installment in an experimental pop trilogy featuring improvised studio sessions and guest musicians.
FIFTY WAYS TO LEAVE YOUR FORTIES to Return for Encore at Pangea
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2026

Becca Kidwell will bring her sold-out solo show FIFTY WAYS TO LEAVE YOUR FORTIES back to Pangea in New York, featuring songs from her debut album WHAT YOU DON'T SEE.
THE CHOIR OF MAN to Open at Sydney Opera House
by Stephi Wild - Aug 11, 2026

THE CHOIR OF MAN will return to Australia at the Sydney Opera House after a four-year West End run and sold-out tours across the US and Europe, featuring an ensemble of nine musicians.
Robert Sirota to Release CONTRAPASSOS Album on Azica Records
by Rachel Stone - Aug 7, 2026

Composer Robert Sirota's new album CONTRAPASSOS will feature world premiere recordings performed by the Telegraph Quartet and soprano Abigail Fischer, released on the Azica label.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 7, 2026 - Inside the History of SIX THE MUSICAL And More
by - Aug 7, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: BBC PROMS: UNDER AFRICAN SKIES - SONGS FROM PAUL SIMON'S 'GRACELAND', Royal Albert Hall
by Cheryl Markosky - Aug 6, 2026

What did our critic think of BBC PROMS: UNDER AFRICAN SKIES - SONGS FROM PAUL SIMON'S 'GRACELAND' at Royal Albert Hall?
THE CHOIR OF MAN Will Come to Storyhouse Chester in August
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2026

THE CHOIR OF MAN will play Storyhouse in Chester from Tuesday 18 to Saturday 22 August 2026 as part of its first UK tour, with tickets starting at £33 for members.
BLAME IT ON MY YOUTH to Return for Encores with Jeff Harnar at Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2026

Jeff Harnar will bring back BLAME IT ON MY YOUTH for two encore performances at Don't Tell Mama, reuniting with longtime music director Alex Rybeck for songs from their decades-long partnership.
John Legend to Play Harry Belafonte in Bill Condon's THE ROAD HOME
by Joshua Wright - Jul 31, 2026

John Legend discussed joining THE ROAD HOME as Harry Belafonte on TODAY, calling the role a privilege as filming continues in South Africa.
Eric Comstock & Barbara Fasano to Bring Songbook Show to the Hamptons
by Joshua Wright - Jul 30, 2026

Cabaret duo Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano will perform a summer songbook program in the Hamptons, offering an evening of classic American song.
ALABAMA SHAKES Break Explored in Brittany Howard Interview
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2026

Brittany Howard discussed the reasons behind ALABAMA SHAKES' extended hiatus in a conversation with journalist Anthony Mason.
EMBASSY Action Thriller to Land at MGM+ With ANNA KENDRICK, SAM HEUGHAN
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2026

MGM+ announced it will serve as the U.S. home for EMBASSY, a six-part action thriller starring Anna Kendrick, Sam Heughan and J.K. Simmons, produced by AGC Television, Ascendant Fox and Turbine Studios.
The Strokes Release New Album 'Reality Awaits'
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2026

The Strokes' Reality Awaits is out now, their first album in six years, featuring 'Going Shopping' and 'Falling out of Love,' produced by Rick Rubin.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Paul Simon been in?

Paul Simon has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Paul Simon been in?

Paul Simon has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Paul Simon been nominated for?

Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Capeman, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Capeman and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Capeman.

What awards has Paul Simon won?

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How many shows has Paul Simon written?

Paul Simon has written 1 shows including The Capeman (Bookwriter/Lyricist).

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