Andrew Lloyd Webber
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
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BIO
Andrew Lloyd Webber began his career in musical theatre in the 1960s, partnering with lyricist Tim Rice. Their early works included The Likes of Us (1965), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1968; expanded into a full-length stage musical in 1972), Jesus Christ Superstar (1970), and Evita (1978). He also collaborated with Alan Ayckbourn on Jeeves (1975), later revised as By Jeeves (1996).
During the late 1970s and 1980s, Lloyd Webber composed Variations (1978), the Requiem (1985), and Cricket (1986). His stage musicals Cats (1981), Starlight Express (1984), The Phantom of the Opera (1986), and Aspects of Love (1989) became major international productions, with Cats and The Phantom of the Opera achieving record-breaking runs in London and on Broadway.
In the 1990s, Lloyd Webber composed Sunset Boulevard (1993), which won seven Tony Awards following its Broadway premiere, and released a filmed version of Cats (1998). He also wrote Whistle Down the Wind (1998) and The Beautiful Game (2000), and composed "Amigos Para Siempre" for the 1992 Summer Olympics.
In the 2000s, Lloyd Webber expanded his work as a producer, overseeing productions including Bombay Dreams (2002), The Woman in White (2004), and a West End revival of The Sound of Music (2006). He also served as a judge on BBC talent series including How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? (2006), Any Dream Will Do (2007), and I'd Do Anything (2008), appeared as a mentor on American Idol (2008), managed the United Kingdom's entry for the Eurovision Song Contest (2009), and premiered the sequel to The Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies (2010).
Lloyd Webber continued composing and producing in the 2010s with The Wizard of Oz (2011), Stephen Ward the Musical (2013), School of Rock (2015), and the Broadway transfer of the acclaimed Sunset Boulevard revival (2017). His memoir Unmasked was published in 2018. He also co-wrote the song "Beautiful Ghosts" with Taylor Swift for the 2019 film adaptation of Cats. In 2018, he achieved EGOT status after winning an Emmy Award for Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert.
His recent work includes Bad Cinderella (2021), which premiered in London's West End, the anthem "Make a Joyful Noise" for the 2023 coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the announcement of a musical adaptation of The Illusionist (2024), and a reunion with Tim Rice to write original songs for Sherlock Holmes and The 12 Days of Christmas (2025). Cats: The Jellicle Ball is currently playing on Broadwya.
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Awards and Nominations
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats: The Jellicle Ball
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sunset Blvd.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber
Andrew Lloyd Webber, School of Rock
Andrew Lloyd Webber, School of Rock
Andrew Lloyd WebberSchool of Rock
Andrew Lloyd Webber, School of Rock-The Musical
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Love Never Dies
Andrew Lloyd, The Phantom Of The Opera
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Andrew Lloyd Webber
Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Woman in White
Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Woman In White
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tell Me On A Sunday
Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Beautiful Game
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Whistle Down The Wind
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar
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Andrew Lloyd Webber
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sunset Boulevard
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sunset Boulevard
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aspects of Love
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aspects of Love
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aspects of Love
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, Phantom of the Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom of the Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom of the Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom of the Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Starlight Express
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom Of The Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Song and Dance
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Starlight Express
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats
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Andrew Lloyd Weber, Evita
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, Evita
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, Evita
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, Evita
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Andre Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar
Videos
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Cast Performs 'Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-23 09:17:35
Video: Rachel Zegler Performs Addison Rae's 'Fame is a Gun' at the Las Culturistas Culture Awards
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-18 10:25:17
Video: Sabrina Carpenter Stars in New Music Video for Madonna's 'Bring Your Love'
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-15 12:37:53
Video: Qween Jean Reacts to Tony Win - 'It's a Tremendous Blessing'
by Talking Tonys - 2026-06-07 23:27:51
Video: Zhailon Levingston & Bill Rauch on Their Tony Win- 'People Coming Together is the Only Path Forward'
by Talking Tonys - 2026-06-07 22:06:16
Video: Tony Winners Omari Wiles & Arturo Lyons Are Ready for the Next Job
by Talking Tonys - 2026-06-07 21:45:31
Video: Andrew Lloyd Webber Explains How CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL is Closer to T.S. Eliot's Vision
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-03 10:46:59
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Performs 'The Jellicle Ball' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-28 14:37:18
Video: First Look at THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-05-28 13:50:16
Video: Follow Robert 'Silk' Mason's Path to CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL in STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-26 13:05:35
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Performs 'Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat' in the Subway
by Michael Major - 2026-05-22 13:25:28
Video: Sam Ryder and Andrew Lloyd Webber Perform 'Gethsemane' From JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - 2026-05-22 07:08:45
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Cast Performs at WNYC Concert Event
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-21 15:40:07
Video: Jonathan Burke Talks the Artistry, Collaboration, and Heart Behind CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Robert Bannon - 2026-05-22 18:00:20
Video: First Look at JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2026-05-13 12:23:47
Video: Watch 'Gethsemane' from Goodspeed's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Michael Major - 2026-05-11 13:36:00
Video: Watch the JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Title Song From Goodspeed Musicals
by Michael Major - 2026-05-08 15:31:45
Video: Highlights from JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Goodspeed Musicals
by Nicole Rosky - 2026-05-01 09:29:26
News
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 7, 2026
Rachel Zegler is set to star in NDA, a new psychological thriller film from writer-director Audrey Ellis Fox. She will appear in the movie alongside Penn Badgley and Tony Award nominee Amy Ryan.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2026
Masquerade will launch an exclusive concert series titled “After the Curtain” with Concerts Under the Stars, taking place immediately following that evening’s performance of Masquerade in the Lake Bar.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2026
The Shaw Festival will present Perfect Pairings, a new concert series spotlighting iconic musical theatre composer duos, performed by Shaw ensemble members at the new Village Hall in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026
New production photos have been released of Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder as Jesus. The production is now playing at The London Palladium through September 5, with an official opening night set for July 7, before transferring to Theatre Royal Drury Lane for a limited 12-week engagement from October 16, 2026, through January 9, 2027.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 6, 2026
Madonna's Confessions II is out now on Warner Records! The 16-track follow-up to Confessions on a Dance Floor features Sabrina Carpenter, Lola Leon & more.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 7, 2026
Ten years after Tim Sheader's hit version of Jesus Christ Superstar entranced audiences under the stars in Regent's Park, it is back in a much-hyped revival at the London Palladium. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's seminal rock musical was originally released as a concept album in 1970 and features huge rock numbers, lung-bursting ballads and a wealth of earworms. It takes a talented director to create a show from a soundtrack that retains huge appeal, but sometimes lacks personal story arcs. Sheader's engaging staging and a hugely talented cast bring the album powerfully to life.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 5, 2026
The Green Room 42 will present Almost Midnight, a one-night concert celebrating the Broadway eleven o'clock number, featuring a cast of 18 performers and music direction by Noah Turner.
by Fasika Velasco Gomez - Jul 3, 2026
El musical El fantasma de la Ópera, producido por LETSGO en colaboración con Amigos Para Siempre, inaugura su estancia en Málaga con un estreno VIP encabezado por Antonio Banderas y los protagonistas del espectáculo.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2026
In celebration of the release of Madonna's new album, Confessions II, the official Confessions II Los Angeles Pop-Up will be open July 3–5. The pop-up will feature exclusive merchandise, vinyl, and immersive photo opportunities inspired by the new album.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026
Studio Tenn's annual fundraising gala, 'One Night Only,' exceeded its fundraising goal, with 350 attendees gathering at Liberty Hall at The Factory at Franklin to support the nonprofit's youth programs and theatre accessibility.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2026
Betty Buckley has released her new single, “On the 4th of July,” written by six-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter James Taylor. The track is the second single from Buckley’s forthcoming album, Enough. Listen now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2026
As The Phantom of the Opera is about to celebrate a landmark 40th Anniversary at its original London home, His Majesty’s Theatre, the cast has been revealed for a special, limited birthday season. The cast will be led by Jordan Donica as The Phantom.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
The Green Room 42 will present Let's Get Schooled, a cabaret featuring Broadway performers from SCHOOL OF ROCK, ONCE, TREVOR, and more, celebrating school-themed musicals in person and via livestream.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2026
New York Stage & Film has revealed initial casting for its 2026 Summer Season at Marist University and The Bardavon, kicking off with a Benefit Reading of The Maltese Falcon.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2026
Singer-songwriter and West End star Sydnie Christmas has released her new single ‘Lean on You,' through Westway Music. The song, which is featured on her upcoming second album. Listen to it now.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2026
All new photos have been released from Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder as Jesus. The production is now playing The London Palladium. Check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026
West End and Broadway star Ruthie Henshall will release her new memoir, The Showgirl and the Prince, detailed her secret relationship with Prince Edward in the 1980s. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026
Arkansas Repertory Theatre announced tickets are on sale for JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, the third production in its 2026 Golden SummerStage season, featuring a 1990s video game-inspired reimagining of the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice classic.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026
Orbit Arts Academy will present Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR through its Orbit Encore Series, with students and alumni rehearsing and performing the full production in just five days under Broadway veteran Eric Sciotto.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
The UK tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, starring Sam Ryder as Jesus, will visit Birmingham Hippodrome following West End runs at The London Palladium and Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Andrew Lloyd Webber has written 25 shows including Jesus Christ Superstar (Composer), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Composer), Jeeves (Composer), Evita (Composer), Cats (Composer), Song and Dance (Composer), Starlight Express (Composer), Cricket (Composer), Aspects of Love (Bookwriter), Sunset Boulevard (Composer), By Jeeves (Composer), Whistle Down The Wind (Composer), The Beautiful Game (Composer), Bombay Dreams (Source Material), Tell Me on a Sunday (Composer), The Woman in White (Composer), The Likes of Us (Composer), Love Never Dies (Composer), Tell Me on a Sunday (Composer), School of Rock (Music), Unmasked (Composer), Cats (Composer/Lyricist), The Phantom of the Opera (Bookwriter), Bad Cinderella (Composer), Masquerade (Music).
Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Sunset Blvd., Lifetime Achievement Award (Tony Awards), Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for School of Rock, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for School of Rock, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for School of Rock, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for School of Rock-The Musical, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Love Never Dies, The Audience Award for Most Popular Show (Olivier Awards) for The Phantom Of The Opera, Special Award (Olivier Awards), Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Woman in White, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Woman In White, Outstanding Musical Production (Olivier Awards) for Tell Me On A Sunday, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Beautiful Game, The American Express Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Whistle Down The Wind, Outstanding Musical Production (Olivier Awards) for Jesus Christ Superstar, Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Sunset Boulevard, The American Express Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Sunset Boulevard, Best Musical Revival (Olivier Awards) for Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Aspects of Love, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Aspects of Love, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aspects of Love, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Phantom of the Opera, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Starlight Express, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for The Phantom Of The Opera, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Song and Dance, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Starlight Express, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Cats, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Cats, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Cats, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Evita, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Evita, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Evita, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Evita, Most Promising Composer (Drama Desk Awards) for Jesus Christ Superstar and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Jesus Christ Superstar.
Andrew Lloyd Webber has won numerous awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Tony Awards and a Special Award from the Olivier Awards. He received the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre Award from the Drama League Awards and the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Sunset Boulevard. Additionally, he won the Outstanding Orchestration from the Drama Desk Awards for The Phantom of the Opera and the Musical of the Year from the Olivier Awards for The Phantom of the Opera. He was recognized for Outstanding Music from the Drama Desk Awards for Cats and also won the Musical of the Year from the Olivier Awards for Cats. He received Outstanding Music from the Drama Desk Awards for Evita and the Best Musical from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Evita as well. Furthermore, he secured the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Evita and the Musical of the Year from the Olivier Awards for Evita. Lastly, he received the Most Promising Composer Award from the Drama Desk Awards for Jesus Christ Superstar.
