Tom Waits
Date of Birth: December 07, 1949 (76)
Birth Place: Pomona, CA, USA
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Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Music
Tom Waits, The Black Rider
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Video: WILDWOOD Trailer Unveiled: New Look at Long-Awaited Animated Film
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-13 11:42:33
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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.
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.
LAIKA to Release First Trailer for WILDWOOD, Starring Carey Mulligan
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026
LAIKA released the first full trailer for WILDWOOD, a handcrafted stop-motion adventure directed by Travis Knight and set to open in theaters across the United States.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026
LAIKA released the first full trailer for WILDWOOD, a handcrafted stop-motion adventure directed by Travis Knight and set to open in theaters across the United States.
Scout Durwood Releases New Covers Album WOMAN LOVE via Blue Élan Records
by Rachel Stone - Aug 14, 2026
Scout Durwood's ten-song covers album WOMAN LOVE spans genres and generations, led by a rendition of 'I've Been Loving You Too Long,' marking her third project with the Kirk Pasich Project.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 14, 2026
Scout Durwood's ten-song covers album WOMAN LOVE spans genres and generations, led by a rendition of 'I've Been Loving You Too Long,' marking her third project with the Kirk Pasich Project.
SMALL CHANGE by Tom Waits to Get 50th Anniversary Vinyl Re-Issue
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026
ANTI- Records will release a new vinyl edition of Tom Waits' 1976 album SMALL CHANGE, marking the record's fiftieth anniversary with tracks including Tom Traubert's Blues and Step Right Up.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026
ANTI- Records will release a new vinyl edition of Tom Waits' 1976 album SMALL CHANGE, marking the record's fiftieth anniversary with tracks including Tom Traubert's Blues and Step Right Up.
WILDWOOD Key Art Debuts Ahead of LAIKA's Fantasy Film Release
by Rachel Stone - Aug 5, 2026
LAIKA released official key art for WILDWOOD, an animated fantasy adventure directed by Travis Knight featuring the voices of Carey Mulligan, Angela Bassett and Mahershala Ali.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 5, 2026
LAIKA released official key art for WILDWOOD, an animated fantasy adventure directed by Travis Knight featuring the voices of Carey Mulligan, Angela Bassett and Mahershala Ali.
BEHIND THE LINES: A 9/11 STORY to Play Coppell Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
The Coppell Arts Center will present BEHIND THE LINES: A 9/11 STORY, a live storytelling and music performance marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
The Coppell Arts Center will present BEHIND THE LINES: A 9/11 STORY, a live storytelling and music performance marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
Tom Waits Shares Wry Spoken Word Track THE FLY
by Joshua Wright - Jul 31, 2026
Tom Waits has released a spoken word recording titled THE FLY, offering a wry, comic monologue set to music and made available for listening online.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 31, 2026
Tom Waits has released a spoken word recording titled THE FLY, offering a wry, comic monologue set to music and made available for listening online.
EDDIE SKULLER Covers TOM WAITS on 'You Can Never Hold Back Spring'
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2026
Jersey City musician EDDIE SKULLER released a cover of TOM WAITS' 'You Can Never Hold Back Spring,' the second single from his upcoming 'Blind Love' EP of Waits reinterpretations.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2026
Jersey City musician EDDIE SKULLER released a cover of TOM WAITS' 'You Can Never Hold Back Spring,' the second single from his upcoming 'Blind Love' EP of Waits reinterpretations.
Review: Lisa Yaeger's JERSEY GIRL Brings the Hits to NYC at Green Room 42
by Sharon Ellman - Jul 18, 2026
Bravo! This Reviewer was enchanted with the vocals of Lisa Yaeger. Taking a trip to the Jersey side of the river was worth the ride. The July 15 concert celebrated the release of Yaeger's JERSEY GIRL album.
by Sharon Ellman - Jul 18, 2026
Bravo! This Reviewer was enchanted with the vocals of Lisa Yaeger. Taking a trip to the Jersey side of the river was worth the ride. The July 15 concert celebrated the release of Yaeger's JERSEY GIRL album.
Lisa Morales with David Hidalgo and John Doe to Perform at Tobin Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
Black Box Live at The Tobin Center will present Lisa Morales alongside special guests David Hidalgo of Los Lobos and John Doe of X for a one-night-only show in San Antonio's Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
Black Box Live at The Tobin Center will present Lisa Morales alongside special guests David Hidalgo of Los Lobos and John Doe of X for a one-night-only show in San Antonio's Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater.
Brian Fallon & The Painkillers Set Global Tour Ahead of New Album
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2026
Brian Fallon has unveiled plans for a world tour, backed by his solo band, The Painkillers. The singer, songwriter, and frontman of The Gaslight Anthem will tour North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom with dates beginning September 10 at Brooklyn, NY’s Music Hall of Williamsburg and then traveling through mid-November.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2026
Brian Fallon has unveiled plans for a world tour, backed by his solo band, The Painkillers. The singer, songwriter, and frontman of The Gaslight Anthem will tour North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom with dates beginning September 10 at Brooklyn, NY’s Music Hall of Williamsburg and then traveling through mid-November.
Margaret Glaspy Sets Release of New Album 'I Am Both'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2026
Margaret Glaspy will release her new album I Am Both on August 7 via ATO. Ahead of the album, she has released the single “Michigan.' Check out the music video now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2026
Margaret Glaspy will release her new album I Am Both on August 7 via ATO. Ahead of the album, she has released the single “Michigan.' Check out the music video now.
Video: WILDWOOD Trailer Unveiled: New Look at Long-Awaited Animated Film
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2026
The first trailer is finally here for Wildwood, the long-awaited stop-motion adaptation of Colin Meloy's novel from celebrated animation studio, LAIKA. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2026
The first trailer is finally here for Wildwood, the long-awaited stop-motion adaptation of Colin Meloy's novel from celebrated animation studio, LAIKA. Check it out now.
Segal Center Film Festival to Spotlight Theater Artist Robert Wilson
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2026
The tenth edition of its Segal Center Film Festival on Theatre and Performance will include a retrospective of films by and about theater artist Robert Wilson. Learn more about the upcoming program and film lineup.
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2026
The tenth edition of its Segal Center Film Festival on Theatre and Performance will include a retrospective of films by and about theater artist Robert Wilson. Learn more about the upcoming program and film lineup.
BAM BALL To Honor Robert Wilson And Gabriel Pizzi
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
BAM announced its annual BAM Ball will honor director Robert Wilson in memoriam and Endowment Trust Chair Gabriel Pizzi on April 29, featuring the New York premiere of Wilson's MOBY DICK at the Peter Jay Sharp Building in Brooklyn.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
BAM announced its annual BAM Ball will honor director Robert Wilson in memoriam and Endowment Trust Chair Gabriel Pizzi on April 29, featuring the New York premiere of Wilson's MOBY DICK at the Peter Jay Sharp Building in Brooklyn.
Camille O’sullivan & Her Band Will Play Union Chapel London
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
On 20 November, Irish singer and actress, Camille O'Sullivan will return to Union Chapel following her acclaimed sell-out shows at Soho Theatre Dean Street and Soho Theatre Walthamstow.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
On 20 November, Irish singer and actress, Camille O'Sullivan will return to Union Chapel following her acclaimed sell-out shows at Soho Theatre Dean Street and Soho Theatre Walthamstow.
Interview: THE NOAH TODD BAND at famed WELLINGTON SQUARE FARMERS MARKET!
by Gavin Glynn - Mar 13, 2026
Live performances have been trending upwards in public spaces such as Los Angeles Farmers Markets, Chicago community bandstands, NY parks & recreation and even Dallas airport concourses are discovering authentic music crowds. The Noah Todd Band is an excellent example of high quality performers who just want to make more music but be heard by the masses.
by Gavin Glynn - Mar 13, 2026
Live performances have been trending upwards in public spaces such as Los Angeles Farmers Markets, Chicago community bandstands, NY parks & recreation and even Dallas airport concourses are discovering authentic music crowds. The Noah Todd Band is an excellent example of high quality performers who just want to make more music but be heard by the masses.
Norbert Leo Butz Headlines 2025/2026 Aventura Broadway Concert Series
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The 2025/2026 Aventura Broadway Concert Series will continue with two-time Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz as he takes the stage for a one-of-a-kind evening of story and song from his storied three-decade Broadway journey.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The 2025/2026 Aventura Broadway Concert Series will continue with two-time Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz as he takes the stage for a one-of-a-kind evening of story and song from his storied three-decade Broadway journey.
Cabaret Roundup: March 2-8- Lillias White, Linda Eder & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 2, 2026
NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including a night celebrating the lyrics of Tin Pan Alley, comedian Todd Glass doing a new solo show, jazz, and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 2, 2026
NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including a night celebrating the lyrics of Tin Pan Alley, comedian Todd Glass doing a new solo show, jazz, and more.
Meow Meow Joins Ramin Karimloo in SWEENEY TODD at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
Sweeney Todd has found its Mrs. Lovett! Actress, dancer, and cabaret performer Meow Meow will star alongside Ramin Karimloo, who takes on the role of the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
Sweeney Todd has found its Mrs. Lovett! Actress, dancer, and cabaret performer Meow Meow will star alongside Ramin Karimloo, who takes on the role of the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Tom Waits been in?
Tom Waits has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Tom Waits been in?
Tom Waits has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Tom Waits been nominated for?
and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Black Rider .
How many shows has Tom Waits written?
Tom Waits has written 2 shows including Frank's Wild Years (Composer/Lyricist), The Black Rider (Composer/Lyricist).
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