Thomas Meehan
Latest News on Thomas Meehan:
Review: THE PRODUCERS at Theatre Three (May 28, 2024)
ELF THE MUSICAL Will Embark on 2024 UK Theatre Tour (May 23, 2024)
Sutton Foster Will Lead ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway Beginning This Summer (May 17, 2024)
Review: THE PRODUCERS at Theatre Three (May 28, 2024)
ELF THE MUSICAL Will Embark on 2024 UK Theatre Tour (May 23, 2024)
Sutton Foster Will Lead ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway Beginning This Summer (May 17, 2024)
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Thomas Meehan won the 2003 Tony for co-writing the book for Hairspray, the 2001 Tony for the book of The Producers and the 1977 Tony for the book of Annie, which was his first Broadway show. He has since written the books for Young Frankenstein, I Remember Mama, Ain't Broadway Grand, Annie Warbucks and Bombay Dreams. He is a long-time contributor of humor, including "Yma Dream," to The New Yorker; an Emmy-winning television writer; and a collaborator on screenplays, including Mel Brooks' Spaceballs, To Be or Not to Be and The Producers. He is a member of the Council of the Dramatists Guild.
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Thomas Z. Shepard, Martin Charnin, Lilla Crawford, Clark Thorell, Jane Lynch, Georgi James, Tyrah Skye Odoms, Brynn O'Malley, Madi Rae DiPietro, Emily Rosenfeld, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse
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06/18/2013
From: Photo Coverage: Jane Lynch, Lilla Crawford & ANNIE Cast Sign Albums at Barnes & Noble!
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Doug Hughes (Director), Thomas Meehan (Book), Jill Paice, Julian Ovenden & Maury Yeston (Music & Lyrics) attending the Meet & Greet for The Roundabout Theatre Company's off Broadway Production of 'Death Takes A Holiday' in New York City.
Date:
05/12/2011
From: Photo Coverage: DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAY Cast Meets the Press!
Doug Hughes (Director), Thomas Meehan (Book), Jill Paice, Julian Ovenden & Maury Yeston (Music & Lyrics) attending the Meet & Greet for The Roundabout Theatre Company's off Broadway Production of 'Death Takes A Holiday' in New York City.
Date:
05/12/2011
From: Photo Coverage: DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAY Cast Meets the Press!
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Back: John Schuck (Daddy Warbucks), Thomas Meehan (book writer), Robert Sher (CD producer), Charles Strouse (composer), Martin Charnin (original director and lyricist). Seated: Shelley Burch (Annie), Andrea McArdle (Annie), Kathie Lee Gifford (Miss Hanni
Date:
06/05/2008
From: Photo Flash: 'Annie 30th Anniversary' CD Signing @ Virgin
Thomas Meehan Productions
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Thomas Meehan Movies
Annie
[ 1982 ] book
[ 1982 ] book
To Be or Not to Be
[ 1983 ] writer
[ 1983 ] writer
One Magic Christmas
[ 1985 ] writer
[ 1985 ] writer
Spaceballs
[ 1987 ] writer
[ 1987 ] writer
The Producers
[ 2005 ] Max's Attorney
[ 2005 ] Max's Attorney
Thomas Meehan Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, Death Takes a Holiday
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, Cry-Baby
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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Best Musical
Thomas Meehan, Hairspray
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Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Book of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Choreography
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Best Musical
Thomas Meehan, The Producers
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Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Book of a Musical
Thomas Meehan, The Producers
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Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Book
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1977 - Best Musical
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Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Book of a Musical
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Thomas Meehan Videos
Video: Go on a Backstage Tour of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at La Mirada Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2022
Photos/Video: First Look at the New Cast of HAIRSPRAY on Tour, Featuring Andrew Levitt aka Nina West
by Sneak Peek - Sep 29, 2022
Exclusive Video: First Look At Sally Struthers, A.J. Holmes & More in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at La Mirada Theatre
by Alan Henry - Sep 22, 2022
Exclusive Photos & Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at La Mirada Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2022
VIDEO: Jimmie Herrod Wows AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Judges With 'Tomorrow!'
by Sarah Leiber - Jun 24, 2021
Broadway Rewind: Get Sparklejollytwinklejingley with Scenes from ELF!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 22, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Feel the Transylvania Mania with YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2020
VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes of Bay Area Musical's Behind the Scenes of HAIRSPRAY
by Alan Henry - Jul 2, 2019
VIDEO: On This Day, November 8 - A New Tomorrow Begins With the Broadway Revival of ANNIE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2018
Thomas Meehan News
Review: THE PRODUCERS at Theatre Three
Port Jefferson’s historic Theater Three certainly has another hit on their hands with their current showing of the mega hit musical The Producers. Closing out their incredible 53rd season, the beautiful Long Island venue has assembled a brilliant cast to flawlessly deliver this Tony, Grammy, and Olivier winning Mel Brooks classic. Indeed, this thrilling production is a must see this exciting Spring season in the lively town.
Port Jefferson’s historic Theater Three certainly has another hit on their hands with their current showing of the mega hit musical The Producers. Closing out their incredible 53rd season, the beautiful Long Island venue has assembled a brilliant cast to flawlessly deliver this Tony, Grammy, and Olivier winning Mel Brooks classic. Indeed, this thrilling production is a must see this exciting Spring season in the lively town.
ELF THE MUSICAL Will Embark on 2024 UK Theatre Tour
After sell-out arena tours and a record breaking two West End seasons at The Dominion, the musical theatre version of the hilarious hit movie ELF will be hitting the road in a handful of the UK's most prestigious theatres.
After sell-out arena tours and a record breaking two West End seasons at The Dominion, the musical theatre version of the hilarious hit movie ELF will be hitting the road in a handful of the UK's most prestigious theatres.
Sutton Foster Will Lead ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway Beginning This Summer
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will open on Broadway this summer at The Hudson Theatre, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster! Foster will lead the Broadway cast, reprising her acclaimed performance as Winnifred the Woebegone.
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will open on Broadway this summer at The Hudson Theatre, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster! Foster will lead the Broadway cast, reprising her acclaimed performance as Winnifred the Woebegone.
Stolen Shakespeare Guild Announces THE GREAT GATSBY, MY FAIR LADY and More for 2024-2025 Season
The Stolen Shakespeare Guild has announced its 2024-2025 season featuring classics like MACBETH, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and THE TEMPEST, promising a captivating lineup for theater enthusiasts.
The Stolen Shakespeare Guild has announced its 2024-2025 season featuring classics like MACBETH, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and THE TEMPEST, promising a captivating lineup for theater enthusiasts.
Review: ANNIE at Studio 42 & Co
Broadway World saw the tiniest Annie at Studio 42 & Co. production of ANNIE in the Adams-Vines Recital Hall on the Arkansas Northeastern College in Blytheville May 5. However, though seven-year-old Darby Carter was small, she proved that she could stand as tall as the rest of the cast as she belted out her signature song Tomorrow.
Broadway World saw the tiniest Annie at Studio 42 & Co. production of ANNIE in the Adams-Vines Recital Hall on the Arkansas Northeastern College in Blytheville May 5. However, though seven-year-old Darby Carter was small, she proved that she could stand as tall as the rest of the cast as she belted out her signature song Tomorrow.
FLASHBACK: THE PRODUCERS se despide de los escenarios españoles
THE PRODUCERS, dirigido por Àngel Llàcer y Manu Guix, tras pasar con éxito por el Teatro Tívoli de Barcelona y el Nuevo Teatro Alcalá de Madrid.
THE PRODUCERS, dirigido por Àngel Llàcer y Manu Guix, tras pasar con éxito por el Teatro Tívoli de Barcelona y el Nuevo Teatro Alcalá de Madrid.
BACK TO THE FUTURE, ENCANTO And More Headline Lied Center 35th Anniversary 2024-2025 Season
The Lied Center's 2024-2025 season will feature more than 35 events including top artists and ensembles from around the world in dance, classical music, jazz, musical theater, comedy, family, illusion, and more.
The Lied Center's 2024-2025 season will feature more than 35 events including top artists and ensembles from around the world in dance, classical music, jazz, musical theater, comedy, family, illusion, and more.
ANNIE North American Tour to Play Portland's Keller Auditorium
Broadway in Portland will present the all-new tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play Keller Auditorium. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway in Portland will present the all-new tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play Keller Auditorium. Learn how to purchase tickets.
OFC Creations to Conclude 23-24 Broadway in Brighton Series With THE PRODUCERS
OFC Creations will conclude their 2023-2024 Broadway in Brighton series with Mel Brook's THE PRODUCERS. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!
OFC Creations will conclude their 2023-2024 Broadway in Brighton series with Mel Brook's THE PRODUCERS. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!
MEAN GIRLS, ANNIE & More Set for Pikes Peak Center 24-25 Season
The 24–25 Season for Pikes Peak Center has been revealed. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
The 24–25 Season for Pikes Peak Center has been revealed. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Musical Comedy Hit HAIRSPRAY Is Coming To The Fox Performing Arts Center!
The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, HAIRSPRAY. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will close out the 23–24 BROADWAY AT THE FOX IN RIVERSIDE Series at the Fox Performing Arts Center May 8–9, 2024.
The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, HAIRSPRAY. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will close out the 23–24 BROADWAY AT THE FOX IN RIVERSIDE Series at the Fox Performing Arts Center May 8–9, 2024.
MEAN GIRLS, AIN'T TOO PROUD And More Announced for Broadway At Pikes Peak Center 2024-25 Season
Discover the exciting new season lineup for the 24-25 Broadway at Pikes Peak Center series.
Discover the exciting new season lineup for the 24-25 Broadway at Pikes Peak Center series.
The Lesser-Known Works of Composer, Musician, and Orchestrator Tom Kitt
Tom Kitt's latest project is providing Orchestrations and Music Consulting for the new Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen. As Kitt's work hits the Broadway stage yet again, here are some of his recent collaborations that Broadway fans may not be as familiar with!
Tom Kitt's latest project is providing Orchestrations and Music Consulting for the new Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen. As Kitt's work hits the Broadway stage yet again, here are some of his recent collaborations that Broadway fans may not be as familiar with!
Review: ROCKY THE MUSICAL at MTKC Pro
The Music Theatre Kansas City – (Pro) KC Premiere production of the 2014’s Broadway version of “Rocky the Musical” is surprisingly worth your time. It is hard to have avoided Sylvester Stallone’s “Rocky Franchise” beginning as a sleeper, low budget film hit in 1976. So far there have been six “Rocky” movies plus several follow-on films based on the career of the son of Apollo Creed, Rocky’s original opponent and eventual friend.
The Music Theatre Kansas City – (Pro) KC Premiere production of the 2014’s Broadway version of “Rocky the Musical” is surprisingly worth your time. It is hard to have avoided Sylvester Stallone’s “Rocky Franchise” beginning as a sleeper, low budget film hit in 1976. So far there have been six “Rocky” movies plus several follow-on films based on the career of the son of Apollo Creed, Rocky’s original opponent and eventual friend.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Three New Programs To Make Theater More Family Accessible
Pittsburgh CLO is implementing changes to make theater more accessible for families. Discover how they're removing barriers and promoting inclusivity in the world of Broadway.
Pittsburgh CLO is implementing changes to make theater more accessible for families. Discover how they're removing barriers and promoting inclusivity in the world of Broadway.
ANNIE is Coming to the Washington Pavilion This Spring
The Washington Pavilion will present ANNIE! See when and where to catch the performance and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Washington Pavilion will present ANNIE! See when and where to catch the performance and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE PRODUCERS & More Set for The Delray Beach Playhouse 2024-2025 Season
Explore the 2024-2025 season at the Delray Beach Playhouse, featuring top-tier performers, classic musicals, comedy, and nostalgia. Don't miss this exciting lineup of entertainment.
Explore the 2024-2025 season at the Delray Beach Playhouse, featuring top-tier performers, classic musicals, comedy, and nostalgia. Don't miss this exciting lineup of entertainment.
ANNIE Added To Broadway In Austin's 24-25 Season
Broadway in Austin has added the iconic musical ANNIE to its 24-25 season lineup. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway in Austin has added the iconic musical ANNIE to its 24-25 season lineup. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, & JULIET and More Set for Segerstrom Center for the Arts 24/25 Season
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has unveiled its Broadway lineup for the 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has unveiled its Broadway lineup for the 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Geva Theatre's 2024-25 Season
Geva Theatre has announced its 24/25 Season, kicking off this September. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Geva Theatre has announced its 24/25 Season, kicking off this September. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Thomas Meehan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Thomas Meehan written?
Thomas Meehan has written 17 shows including Cry-Baby (Bookwriter), Hairspray (Bookwriter), Annie (Bookwriter), I Remember Mama (Bookwriter), Lyle The Crocodile (Bookwriter), Annie 2 (Bookwriter), Ain't Broadway Grand (Bookwriter), Annie Warbucks (Bookwriter), The Producers (Bookwriter), Bombay Dreams (Bookwriter), Robin Hood (Bookwriter), Death Takes a Holiday (Bookwriter), 1984 (Libretto), Young Frankenstein (Bookwriter), Elf - The Musical (Bookwriter), Chaplin (Bookwriter), Rocky (Bookwriter).
What awards has Thomas Meehan been nominated for?
Thomas Meehan has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Death Takes a Holiday," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Cry-Baby," Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hairspray," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Hairspray," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hairspray," Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Producers," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "The Producers," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Producers," Outstanding Book at the Drama Desk Awards for "Annie," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Annie," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Annie."
What awards has Thomas Meehan won?
Thomas Meehan has won the following awards: Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Hairspray, Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Hairspray, Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Hairspray, Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for The Producers, Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Producers, Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Producers, Outstanding Book at the Drama Desk Awards for Annie, Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Annie, and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Annie.
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