Benjamin Scheuer
Latest News on Benjamin Scheuer:
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theater in December (Nov 12, 2024)
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theatre in December (Nov 8, 2024)
Mandy Greenfield Launches Production Company Red Yes Studio (Oct 30, 2024)
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theater in December (Nov 12, 2024)
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theatre in December (Nov 8, 2024)
Mandy Greenfield Launches Production Company Red Yes Studio (Oct 30, 2024)
BIO
Songwriter performer BENJAMIN SCHEUER is the recipient of the 2013 ASCAP Foundation Cole Porter Award for songwriting, and the 2013 Musical Theatre Network Award for Best Lyrics. He is the writer/performer of the one-man musical THE LION. The music video for his song “The Lion” has won prizes at the Annecy Film Festival, The Crystal Palace Festival, and the British Animation Awards. (director/animator Peter Baynton) Scheuer has been a writer-in-residence at the Goodspeed Theater, the Weston Playhouse in Vermont, and the Johnny Mercer Songwriting Workshop, and is the curator of the Cornelia Street Cafe Songwriter Series in New York City. He records and performs with his band Escapist Papers, whose second album The Bridge (produced by Geoff Kraly) was released in 2014, and features music from THE LION. Scheuer lives in New York City
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Lyrics
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - John Gassner Playwrighting Award
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2015 - Theatre World Award
Benjamin Scheuer, The Lion
Videos
VIDEO: Watch Geffen Playhouse Alumn Benjamin Scheuer Sing 'Weather the Storm'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2020
TV: Broadway Welcomes New Talent at the 71st Annual Theatre World Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 3, 2015
STAGE TUBE: THE LION's Benjamin Scheuer Releases Music Video for 'Cookie-tin Banjo'
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 7, 2014
News
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theater in December
Boise Contemporary Theater will present a genre-redefining musical, The Lion by Benjamin Scheuer beginning next month. Learn more about the show here!
Boise Contemporary Theater will present a genre-redefining musical, The Lion by Benjamin Scheuer beginning next month. Learn more about the show here!
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theatre in December
The Lion is coming to Boise Contemporary Theatre next month. Performances will run December 4-21, 2024. The production is written and performed by Benjamin Scheuer.
The Lion is coming to Boise Contemporary Theatre next month. Performances will run December 4-21, 2024. The production is written and performed by Benjamin Scheuer.
Mandy Greenfield Launches Production Company Red Yes Studio
Theatrical producer Mandy Greenfield has launched her own independent production company, Red Yes Studio. The company aims to commission, develop, and produce bold new work for the stage and screen.
Theatrical producer Mandy Greenfield has launched her own independent production company, Red Yes Studio. The company aims to commission, develop, and produce bold new work for the stage and screen.
THE LION Comes to Boise Contemporary Theater
The Lion by Benjamin Scheuer comes to Boise Contemporary Theater in December. Performances run December 4-21, 2024.
The Lion by Benjamin Scheuer comes to Boise Contemporary Theater in December. Performances run December 4-21, 2024.
Signature Theatre Names Julián Mesri As Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Resident
Signature Theatre has named Julián Mesri as the Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Resident.
Signature Theatre has named Julián Mesri as the Judith Champion Musical Theater LaunchPad Resident.
World Premiere Plays & More Set for Signature Theatre 2024-25 Season
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024/2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024/2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!
Trey Ellis, Rona Siddiqui, Anthony Fedorov & More to Join Goodspeed's 12th Annual JMF Writers Grove
Goodspeed Musicals has revealed the participants for the 12th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals.
Goodspeed Musicals has revealed the participants for the 12th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals.
Photos: Taraji P. Henson, Noah Centineo & More Arrive on the Red Carpet for JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh.
Check out photos from the opening night red carpet of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, written by Jocelyn Bioh.
Photos: JAJA's AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING Cast Celebrates Opening Night
It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out photos from the after party here!
It's been a big week at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, where MTC just celebrated opening night of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Check out photos from the after party here!
Christopher Sieber, Santino Fontana, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Check out the full lineup here!
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Check out the full lineup here!
POTTED POTTER: THE UNAUTHORIZED HARRY EXPERIENCE to Return to San Francisco
Starvox Touring and Potted Productions have announced that after several successful North American tours and over 1,000 performances at Horseshoe Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff is returning to San Francisco for a limited engagement!
Starvox Touring and Potted Productions have announced that after several successful North American tours and over 1,000 performances at Horseshoe Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff is returning to San Francisco for a limited engagement!
THE EIGHTH ANNUAL HARVARD-YALE CANTATA to Play 54 Below in September
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will again present a cast of Harvard and Yale grads and current students in The Eighth Annual Harvard-Yale Cantata: The Eras Tour. To celebrate the Eras, we are including writers and performers from the last eight decades. This show is a competition of Harvard alumni vs. Yale alumni, as performers and writers.
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will again present a cast of Harvard and Yale grads and current students in The Eighth Annual Harvard-Yale Cantata: The Eras Tour. To celebrate the Eras, we are including writers and performers from the last eight decades. This show is a competition of Harvard alumni vs. Yale alumni, as performers and writers.
Mandy Gonzalez, Katerina McCrimmon, David Merino, Martin Sola & More Set For Industry Reading Of New Musical AZUL
Supported by The Miranda Family, Latiné Musical Theatre Lab will be hosting an internal industry table reading of the musical AZUL, in August 1st, as part of the Lab's Table Reading Series.
Supported by The Miranda Family, Latiné Musical Theatre Lab will be hosting an internal industry table reading of the musical AZUL, in August 1st, as part of the Lab's Table Reading Series.
Mark Your Calendars: Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Reveals On Sale Date for 2023-2024 Season Tickets
Discover the on sale date for Repertory Theatre of St. Louis' highly anticipated 2023-2024 season! Don't miss the chance to experience an incredible lineup of performances. Get all the details and mark your calendars today.
Discover the on sale date for Repertory Theatre of St. Louis' highly anticipated 2023-2024 season! Don't miss the chance to experience an incredible lineup of performances. Get all the details and mark your calendars today.
The Rep's Single Tickets Go On Sale Next Week
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has announced that Single Tickets to the 2023/24 Season go on sale Monday, July 17, 2023.
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has announced that Single Tickets to the 2023/24 Season go on sale Monday, July 17, 2023.
The Rep Elects 8 New Board Members and New Board President
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has announced eight newly elected Board Members who will serve a three-year term starting July 2023.
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has announced eight newly elected Board Members who will serve a three-year term starting July 2023.
World Premiere Of Benjamin Scheuer's A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE Set For Edinburgh Fringe 2023
Creative Partners Productions and Aria Entertainment will present the World Premiere of A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE by internationally renowned musician Benjamin Scheuer at the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Creative Partners Productions and Aria Entertainment will present the World Premiere of A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE by internationally renowned musician Benjamin Scheuer at the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
The Old Vic to Release Seven Climate Emergency-Themed Monologues Online for Free
The Old Vic will release seven climate emergency-themed monologues online for free, showcasing the work of established writers alongside emerging artists from across their Education & Community projects.
The Old Vic will release seven climate emergency-themed monologues online for free, showcasing the work of established writers alongside emerging artists from across their Education & Community projects.
EDINBURGH 2023: Pick of the Programme - Musicals
BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue has selected her top ten picks across the festival programme to highlight the shows you really don't want to miss this year!
BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue has selected her top ten picks across the festival programme to highlight the shows you really don't want to miss this year!
World Premiere Of A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE Comes to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Funny and heartbreaking, A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE is the new 75-minute solo musical from internationally renowned songwriter Benjamin Scheuer, creator of THE LION and winner of the Drama Desk for Outstanding Solo Performance.
Funny and heartbreaking, A MOUNTAIN FOR ELODIE is the new 75-minute solo musical from internationally renowned songwriter Benjamin Scheuer, creator of THE LION and winner of the Drama Desk for Outstanding Solo Performance.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Benjamin Scheuer been nominated for?
Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion, John Gassner Playwrighting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion and Theatre World Award (Theatre World Awards) for The Lion.
What awards has Benjamin Scheuer won?
Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion and Theatre World Award (Theatre World Awards) for The Lion.
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