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BIO

Broadway: Disney's The Little Mermaid (2008 Tony Award Nomination - Best Score, Grammy Nomination - Best Cast Album). West End: Sister Act the Musical (2009), Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies (2010, Olivier Nomination - Best Musical). Regional: Leap of Faith (Ahmanson Theatre, Los Angeles, 2010). Off-Broadway: Newyorkers (Manhattan Theatre Club, 2001, Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle nominations). Film: Disney's Home On The Range (2004), Disney's Tangled (2010, Oscar and Golden Globe Nominations - Best Song).

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[West End, 2022]
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[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
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Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)

Glenn SlaterA Bronx Tale

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lyrics

Glenn Slater, School of Rock

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Glenn Slater, School of Rock-The Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lyrics

Glenn Slater, Sister Act

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Glenn Slater, Sister Act

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Glenn Slater, The Little Mermaid


winner
- 1996 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

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Video: Rachel Zegler Recorded SPELLBOUND Songs Before Being Offered the Part

BroadwayWorld sat down with Rachel Zegler and Jenifer Lewis to discuss the animated musical Spellbound, Zegler's involvement in the film, and how to navigate life in a dark world. Watch the exclusive interview now!
Video: Netflix Shares Sneak Peek of SPELLBOUND Opening Number

With only two days until Spellbound hits Netflix, the streamer has released a sneak peek clip from the opening number of the film, 'My Parents Our Monsters.' Watch the clip now!
Video: Rachel Zegler Reacts to SPELLBOUND Singing Doll

Netflix has posted a new video of Rachel Zegler, who stars as Ellian in the animated musical, unboxing action figures, stuffed animals, and more merchandise tied to the new film. Watch the unboxing video now!
Video: Nathan Lane Shares Why He's Done Doing Broadway Musicals

On a recent visit to the Today Show to promote Spellbound, three-time Tony winner Nathan Lane shed light on why he has decided to move on from performing in Broadway musicals. Watch the interview now!
Photos: Rachel Zegler, Alan Menken, & More Attend SPELLBOUND Premiere

On November 11, Netflix hosted the premiere of Spellbound, the new animated musical from Alan Menken and Glenn Slater. In attendance were stars Rachel Zegler, Jenifer Lewis, Tituss Burgess, Nathan Lane, Javier Bardem, Nicole Kidman, and Olga Merediz. Take a look at photos here!
Videos: Rachel Zegler Sings SPELLBOUND Songs in Two New Promos

It's a musical! With two new videos for Netflix's Spellbound, we have our first taste of Alan Menken's music and Glenn Slater's lyrics in the upcoming animated musical. Watch them here!
THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to The Ordway This Holiday Season

Next month, the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present Disney's The Little Mermaid. The musical is based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film.
Emma Flynn and Keelan McAuley Will Lead CLUELESS THE MUSICAL

Emma Flynn (Beautiful/ Little Shop Of Horrors) will be making her West End debut in the role of Cher Horowitz in CLUELESS, The Musical. Keelan McAuley (Heathers, The Musical/ Grease) will join the musical in the role of Josh. Get a first listen to 'New Girl' from clueless with the all-new lyric video.
Video: New Trailer for SPELLBOUND Musical Feat. Rachel Zegler, Nathan Lane, & More

Netflix has released the first full trailer for Spellbound, the animated musical by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater also featuring the voice of Rachel Zegler. Watch it now!
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2024- Where to Watch THE PIANO LESSON, SPELLBOUND & More

This November, Broadway fans have a slew of new content to enjoy including Alan Menken and Glenn Slater's animated musical Spellbound, Eddie Redmayne's new thriller series, and the screen adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. Check out the lineup here!
Netflix to Release New SPELLBOUND Trailer Tomorrow

Tomorrow October 29, Netflix will release the first full trailer for Spellbound, the animated musical by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater which features the voice of Rachel Zegler. Netflix has teased the trailer on X, sharing a new poster of the film. Take a look at the post here!
Exclusive: Karen Mason Mashes Up Kander and Ebb Classics On KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ!

Karen Mason debuts a track from her upcoming Kander & Ebb album, featuring rare songs. Discover the latest addition to her celebrated discography, exclusively on BroadwayWorld.
Review: BEN JONES - TEMPTATION at Feinstein's At The Nikko

Ben Jones, award-winning singer, comedian, storyteller, and actor returned to the intimate Feinstein’s at the Nikko for an extremely successful two-run engagement displaying his considerable talents. If you haven’t seen Ben Jones, make it a must. He has that unique skill that makes a great entertainer – he’s so engaging and interesting that you can’t wait for the next moment. This show, titled ‘Temptation’, exhibits that proficiency brilliantly.
Karen Mason Celebrates Kander & Ebb With New Album KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ!

Karen Mason has announced a new album, KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ, celebrating the works of Kander & Ebb.
Actors Conservatory Theatre To Present A BRONX TALE

Actors Conservatory Theatre in Bronxville announced its 50th season with A BRONX TALE, a musical about a young man's struggle between his father and a mob boss in 1960s Bronx, based on Chazz Palminteri's life.
Photos: First Look At MTVarts' Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR.

See first look photos of MTVarts' production of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR..
Tickets Go On Sale This Week For CLUELESS in the West End

Tickets go on sale this week for Clueless The Musical at Trafalgar Theatre. The sale begins on 11 September ahead of the general onsale set for 13 September. Tickets will be available for performances running 15 February 2025 - 14 June 2025.
CLUELESS, THE MUSICAL Reveals West End Opening Night Set For Next Year

The eagerly anticipated reimagining for the stage will begin performances at London’s Trafalgar Theatre on 15 February 2025.
Drury Lane Theatre Announces SISTER ACT, ON YOUR FEET! And More for 2025-2026 Season

Drury Lane Theatre invites audiences to escape the ordinary with an enticing lineup of productions in its 2025/2026 season, including a gripping Chicago premiere, a tale of envy and murder, and a trio of beloved female-driven musicals.
Why Isn't There More Singing in Movie Musical Trailers?

BroadwayWorld has compiled a sampling of movie musical trailers from the 2000s onward, some of which are clearly musicals and others that are less obvious. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Glenn Slater written?

Glenn Slater has written 9 shows including Maggie May (Lyricist), That's Life! (Lyricist), Newyorkers (Lyricist), Sister Act (Lyricist), The Little Mermaid (Lyricist), Leap of Faith (Lyricist), Love Never Dies (Lyricist), School of Rock (Lyrics), A Bronx Tale (Lyrics).

What awards has Glenn Slater been nominated for?

Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Bronx Tale, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for School of Rock, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for School of Rock-The Musical, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Sister Act, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Sister Act, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Little Mermaid and Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for .

What awards has Glenn Slater won?

Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist for the 2008-2009 season. Glenn Slater has also received a Tony Award nomination for Best Original Score for his work in the musical Sister Act. Additionally, he won the Ed Kleban Award for the Most Promising Lyricist in 1998. Slater's work has garnered multiple nominations, including the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Lyrics for his contributions to The Little Mermaid.

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