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The Wizard of OzThe Wizard of Oz
 
[West End, 2023]
MUSIC
The Show is On
 
[Broadway, 1937]
Composer (Additional Music)
The Show is On
 
[Broadway, 1936]
Composer (Additional Music)

Writing

Music & Lyrics
After Midnight
Lyricist
Composer
Bloomer Girl
Composer
Cotton Club Show
Composer
Composer
Cotton Club Parade
Composer
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Composer
Composer
Dream
Composer/Lyricist
House of Flowers
Composer
Lyricist
Composer
Jamaica
Composer
Life Begins at 8:40
Composer
Composer
Saratoga
Composer
Composer
Composer
St. Louis Woman
Composer
Composer
Star and Garter
Composer
Lyricist
Swing!
Composer/Lyricist
You Said It
Composer
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Tony Awards - 1958 - Best Musical

Harold Arlen, Jamaica

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Review: BACK TO OZ at Mark Taper Forum Photo
Review: BACK TO OZ at Mark Taper Forum
by Harker Jones - Apr 29, 2026

BACK TO OZ is an exhilarating trip through history and down the Yellow Brick Road
Renée Fleming, Audra McDonald and More to Join Carnegie Hall CONCERT OF THE CENTURY Photo
Renée Fleming, Audra McDonald and More to Join Carnegie Hall CONCERT OF THE CENTURY Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026

Carnegie Hall will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its “Concert of the Century” with another once-in-a-lifetime convening of musical all-stars including Renée Fleming, Audra McDonald and many more.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Cast Set For 113th Mountain Play Season Photo
THE WIZARD OF OZ Cast Set For 113th Mountain Play Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

The Mountain Play has announced casting for THE WIZARD OF OZ in its 113th season. The production will be staged at the Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre on Mount Tamalpais. Performances will take place in June.
Interview: GABRIELE MARCELLO - IL MAGO DI OZ Photo
Interview: GABRIELE MARCELLO - IL MAGO DI OZ
by Chiara Alivernini - Apr 19, 2026

GABRIELE MARCELLO - IL MAGO DI OZ INCONTRIAMO L'AUTORE DEL SAGGIO PUBBLICATO DA GREMESE
THE WIZARD OF OZ to be Presented at Big Noise Theatre Beginning April 2026 Photo
THE WIZARD OF OZ to be Presented at Big Noise Theatre Beginning April 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026

Big Noise Theatre will conclude their 2025-2026 season with THE WIZARD OF OZ! (by L. Frank Baum with Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg this spring in Des Plaines, IL., just a few minutes outside of Chicago.
MUSE/IQUE Will Bring BACK TO OZ to the Mark Taper Forum Photo
MUSE/IQUE Will Bring BACK TO OZ to the Mark Taper Forum
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026

MUSE/IQUE will present BACK TO OZ, tracing Oz from the 1939 MGM film to THE WIZ to WICKED, at the Mark Taper Forum in April 2026, led by Artistic Director Rachael Worby.
Review: Lorna Luft "Eliminates the Negative" at The Laurie Beechman Theater Photo
Review: Lorna Luft "Eliminates the Negative" at The Laurie Beechman Theater
by Gregory Fletcher - Mar 30, 2026

Star Lorna Luft, one of Judy Garland's daughters, returrns to the Beechman on 4/25, 5/21 and 6/27. She doesn’t just “accentuate the positive”—she embodies it. Read a review of the 3/27 show.
Songbook Sundays Will Continue With Cole Porter Tribute at Jazz at Lincoln Center Photo
Songbook Sundays Will Continue With Cole Porter Tribute at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

 Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club with It's All Right With Cole Porter.
Review: AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH LUCIE ARNAZ at Feinstein's At The Nikko Photo
Review: AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH LUCIE ARNAZ at Feinstein's At The Nikko
by Steve Murray - Mar 21, 2026

What did our critic think of AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH LUCIE ARNAZ at Feinstein's At The Nikko?
Nashville Symphony Reveals 2026/27 Pops and Movie Season and Specials Photo
Nashville Symphony Reveals 2026/27 Pops and Movie Season and Specials
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

Featuring more than 35 performances covering a wide range of genres and live-to-film concerts, the Nashville Symphony has announced its 2026/27 pops and movie series and select specials. 
Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival to Honor Six Women at Opening Night Gala Photo
Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival to Honor Six Women at Opening Night Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2026

The 33rd Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival (LAWTF) will present awards to six women for their significant contributions to theatre on March 26, 2026. The event, featuring a Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony, will take place at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood, CA. Hosted by Ted Lange and Florence LaRue, the evening will celebrate the achievements of individuals including posthumous Infinity Award winners Carmen De Lavallade and Diane Ladd. The ceremony will commence with a recep
THE DAY THE CIRCUS CAME TO TOWN and More Set For Asolo Repertory Theatre's 2026/27 Se Photo
THE DAY THE CIRCUS CAME TO TOWN and More Set For Asolo Repertory Theatre's 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced its 2026/2027 Season — a celebration of 1927, the year John Ringling moved the 'Greatest Show on Earth' to Sarasota. Learn more about the lineup here!
Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre Reveals 2026/27 Season - A CHORUS LINE and More Photo
Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre Reveals 2026/27 Season - A CHORUS LINE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026

The 5th Avenue Theatre Company has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring a collection of five shows, two self-produced, two national tours, and one still to be announced that will combine for a captivating year of theater.
Cabaret Roundup: March 2-8- Lillias White, Linda Eder & More Photo
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.
Best Cabaret in March 2026: Elizabeth Gillies, Linda Eder, Todd Glass & More Photo
Best Cabaret in March 2026: Elizabeth Gillies, Linda Eder, Todd Glass & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 1, 2026

See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month - at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and they are likely to sell out, so make sure to check this list when you plan out your month!
Anna Lapwood to Release New Sony Classical Album ARISE, SHINE Photo
Anna Lapwood to Release New Sony Classical Album ARISE, SHINE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026

Anna Lapwood will release ARISE, SHINE on March 6, 2026 via Sony Classical. The album features The Chapel Choir of Pembroke College, Cambridge and marks Lapwood’s final recording as Director of Music at Pembroke College.
Cabaret Roundup: Feb 23-March 1- Dianna Agron, Michael Feinstein, Christine Pedi & Mo Photo
Cabaret Roundup: Feb 23-March 1- Dianna Agron, Michael Feinstein, Christine Pedi & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 23, 2026

We have you covered with top picks this week for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few highlights to consider this week
Allison Bailey, GOLDEN BOY IN CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week Photo
Allison Bailey, GOLDEN BOY IN CONCERT and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Allison Bailey, Jordan Tyson and more. 
THE WIZARD OF OZ Set for March Debut at Citadel Theatre Photo
THE WIZARD OF OZ Set for March Debut at Citadel Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

This spring, The Citadel invites audiences to follow the Yellow Brick Road as it brings The Wizard of Oz to life in a magical new stage production at the Shoctor Theatre.
Entr'Acte Theatrix Will Present THE WIZARD OF OZ in West Palm Beach Photo
Entr'Acte Theatrix Will Present THE WIZARD OF OZ in West Palm Beach
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026

Entr'Acte Theatrix is set to stage THE WIZARD OF OZ at the William G. Skaff Center in West Palm Beach from February 26 to March 14. This production, based on the beloved 1939 film, features classic songs and timeless characters, offering a nostalgic experience for audiences.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Harold Arlen written?

Harold Arlen has written 28 shows including Cotton Club Parade (Composer), The Wizard of Oz (Composer), Rhyth-Mania (Composer), Blackberries of 1931 (Composer), Earl Carroll's Vanities [1930] (Composer), You Said It (Composer), Earl Carroll's Vanities [1932] (Composer), Cotton Club Parade (Composer), George White's Music Hall Varieties [1932] (Composer), Cotton Club Parade (Composer), Cotton Club Parade (Composer), Life Begins at 8:40 (Composer), Hooray For What! (Composer), Star and Garter (Composer), Bloomer Girl (Composer), St. Louis Woman (Composer), House of Flowers (Composer), Jamaica (Composer), Saratoga (Composer), The Harold Arlen Songbook (Composer), The Wizard of Oz (Composer), Barbara Cook: A Concert for the Theatre (Composer), Dream (Composer/Lyricist), Swing! (Composer/Lyricist), Mostly Sondheim (Composer), Come Fly Away (Composer), After Midnight (Composer), A Star is Born (Music & Lyrics).

What awards has Harold Arlen been nominated for?

Harold Arlen has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Musical for the show "Jamaica".

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