Mary Rodgers
Also Credited As: Mary Rodgers Guettel
Date of Birth: January 11, 1931 (95)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Mary Rodgers, Working
Tony Awards - 1960 - Best Musical
Mary Rodgers, Once Upon a Mattress
Videos
Exclusive: Chloe Fineman Stars in Extended Scene From Disney's FREAKIER FRIDAY
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-07 13:00:20
Video: Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan Star in Teaser for FREAKIER FRIDAY
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-14 12:39:51
Video: Sutton Foster and Carol Burnett Talk ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-11 10:32:36
Video: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Stars J. Harrison Ghee, Cheyenne Jackson, and Nikki Renee Daniels Gear Up for City Center
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-01-17 18:52:38
VIDEO: Watch the First Day with The Encores! Orchestra for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-23 14:01:59
VIDEO: Orlando REP Presents Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-04 16:32:44
News
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS to Open South Bay Musical Theatre's 64th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2026
South Bay Musical Theatre will open its 64th season with Once Upon a Mattress, the hilarious and heartwarming musical comedy inspired by the classic fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea'.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2026
South Bay Musical Theatre will open its 64th season with Once Upon a Mattress, the hilarious and heartwarming musical comedy inspired by the classic fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea'.
DISNEY'S FREAKY FRIDAY to Star Real-Life Mother and Daughter at Terrace Plaza Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
Beverly's Terrace Plaza Playhouse will present Disney's Freaky Friday with a real-life mother and daughter, Lindy Combe and Isabelle Page, cast as the musical's iconic mother-daughter duo in Washington Terrace, Utah.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
Beverly's Terrace Plaza Playhouse will present Disney's Freaky Friday with a real-life mother and daughter, Lindy Combe and Isabelle Page, cast as the musical's iconic mother-daughter duo in Washington Terrace, Utah.
Review: THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at Opera Theatre Of St. Louis
by Steve Callahan - Jun 2, 2026
Young lovers from different worlds. What are their odds? A beautiful evening, rich in music, is a delight at Opera Theatre of St. Louis
by Steve Callahan - Jun 2, 2026
Young lovers from different worlds. What are their odds? A beautiful evening, rich in music, is a delight at Opera Theatre of St. Louis
Review: BEHIND THE SPOTLIGHT Lecture Series at AMT Theater
by Rob Lester - May 31, 2026
BEHIND THE SPOTLIGHT at AMT Theater, a lecture series of interesting info and personal opinions and experiences by three men of the the theater with something to say. Read some highlights of the series
by Rob Lester - May 31, 2026
BEHIND THE SPOTLIGHT at AMT Theater, a lecture series of interesting info and personal opinions and experiences by three men of the the theater with something to say. Read some highlights of the series
Review: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS at Broadway Rose
by Krista Garver - May 29, 2026
With music by Mary Rodgers and lyrics by Marshall Barer, ONCE UPON A MATTRESS is a comedic musical romp based on the fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea.' The kingdom is in crisis: Queen Aggravain has decreed that no one may marry until her son, the sweet but hapless Prince Dauntless, weds first. And she has been sabotaging every princess who comes to court.
by Krista Garver - May 29, 2026
With music by Mary Rodgers and lyrics by Marshall Barer, ONCE UPON A MATTRESS is a comedic musical romp based on the fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea.' The kingdom is in crisis: Queen Aggravain has decreed that no one may marry until her son, the sweet but hapless Prince Dauntless, weds first. And she has been sabotaging every princess who comes to court.
Review: WORKING Mixes Humor and Dignity at Front Porch Theatricals
by Greg Kerestan - May 19, 2026
This Pittsburgh-centric update of the seventies cult musical bridges the gap between the old world and the new.
by Greg Kerestan - May 19, 2026
This Pittsburgh-centric update of the seventies cult musical bridges the gap between the old world and the new.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS To Be Presented At Arkansas Repertory Theatre This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will present STEEL MAGNOLIAS by Robert Harling as the first production in its 2026 Golden SummerStage season, with tickets ranging from $25–$70.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will present STEEL MAGNOLIAS by Robert Harling as the first production in its 2026 Golden SummerStage season, with tickets ranging from $25–$70.
Rona Siddiqui Will Return to Hermitage Beach for Songwriting Program
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Grammy-nominated composer and musical theater artist Rona Siddiqui will return to the Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota County for 'Songwriting for Character,' a sunset beach program showcasing her original work and creative process.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Grammy-nominated composer and musical theater artist Rona Siddiqui will return to the Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota County for 'Songwriting for Character,' a sunset beach program showcasing her original work and creative process.
Review: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS: YOUTH EDITION at Red Curtain Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 20, 2026
Once upon a time, in a cozy corner of Conway, a magical kingdom came to life onstage, and it’s exactly why I so love returning to Red Curtain Theatre. There is something truly special about the way this space invites audiences into its stories, creating an atmosphere where imagination flourishes and young performers shine.
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 20, 2026
Once upon a time, in a cozy corner of Conway, a magical kingdom came to life onstage, and it’s exactly why I so love returning to Red Curtain Theatre. There is something truly special about the way this space invites audiences into its stories, creating an atmosphere where imagination flourishes and young performers shine.
Candela Opens Applications for Fourth Annual Playwrights Summer Fellowship
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026
Candela announced applications are open for its Fourth Annual Playwrights Summer Fellowship, a free week-long program in New York City supporting Latine and Caribbean musical theatre writers, playwrights, and choreopoets.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026
Candela announced applications are open for its Fourth Annual Playwrights Summer Fellowship, a free week-long program in New York City supporting Latine and Caribbean musical theatre writers, playwrights, and choreopoets.
Review: Adam Nimoy, Adam Guettel, and Karen Mason at the Dutch Treat Club
by Stephen Sorokoff - Mar 12, 2026
In two separate events on March 3 and March 10, the club hosted Adam Nimoy, son of famed actor Leonard Nimoy of Dr. Spock fame, Broadway star Karen Mason, and Broadway songwriter Adam Guettel.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Mar 12, 2026
In two separate events on March 3 and March 10, the club hosted Adam Nimoy, son of famed actor Leonard Nimoy of Dr. Spock fame, Broadway star Karen Mason, and Broadway songwriter Adam Guettel.
Review: AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER at Emerson Colonial Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 30, 2026
What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 30, 2026
What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
Front Porch Theatricals Announces 2026 Season Casting
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
Front Porch Theatricals has announced its cast for the 2026 season, featuring a lineup of acclaimed productions. Learn more about the upcoming season and the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026
Front Porch Theatricals has announced its cast for the 2026 season, featuring a lineup of acclaimed productions. Learn more about the upcoming season and the cast here!
From Stage to Stage: The Greatest Theater Dynasties in Broadway History
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 1, 2026
This history gives context to the legacies of theatrical dynasties—considered to consist of at least three subsequent generations of theatre creators. In 2026, there is a stigma around any successful professional who follows a parent into their line of work, with this being seen as a pattern of nepotism.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 1, 2026
This history gives context to the legacies of theatrical dynasties—considered to consist of at least three subsequent generations of theatre creators. In 2026, there is a stigma around any successful professional who follows a parent into their line of work, with this being seen as a pattern of nepotism.
Will Aronson and Hue Park Honored With ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2026
The ASCAP Foundation has recognized musical theater writing duo Will Aronson and Hue Park, creators of the Tony Award-winning musical Maybe Happy Ending, with The ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2026
The ASCAP Foundation has recognized musical theater writing duo Will Aronson and Hue Park, creators of the Tony Award-winning musical Maybe Happy Ending, with The ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award.
Photos: Rebecca Lock, Jena Pandya and More in FREAKY FRIDAY in the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of Freaky Friday in the UK! Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of Freaky Friday in the UK! Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie.
Friends and Collaborators of Stephen Sondheim Who Appear in His Collection at The Library of Congress
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 16, 2025
During his prolific and storied career, Sondheim collaborated with many other artists, from book writers to directors, from actors to musicians. Seeing Sondheim’s regular collaborators, close friends, one-time associates, mentors, and rare connections make appearances in his collection was both moving and illuminating.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 16, 2025
During his prolific and storied career, Sondheim collaborated with many other artists, from book writers to directors, from actors to musicians. Seeing Sondheim’s regular collaborators, close friends, one-time associates, mentors, and rare connections make appearances in his collection was both moving and illuminating.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' and More Set for Arkansas Repertory Theatre 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock has announced its 2026 SummerStage Season, marking the company’s 50th Anniversary. The season includes Steel Magnolias, Ain’t Misbehavin’, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre in Little Rock has announced its 2026 SummerStage Season, marking the company’s 50th Anniversary. The season includes Steel Magnolias, Ain’t Misbehavin’, and more.
Disney's FREAKIER FRIDAY Coming to Disney+ in November
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
Freakier Friday, Disney's sequel to the 2003 fan-favorite film, will begin streaming exclusively on Disney+ on November 12, the day after it arrives on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
Freakier Friday, Disney's sequel to the 2003 fan-favorite film, will begin streaming exclusively on Disney+ on November 12, the day after it arrives on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD.
Cast Set For FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL at Manchester HOME
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025
Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock (Here and Now; Heathers The Musical) as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie (Come Fall In Love; Bhangra Nation).
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025
Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock (Here and Now; Heathers The Musical) as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie (Come Fall In Love; Bhangra Nation).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Mary Rodgers been in?
Mary Rodgers has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Mary Rodgers been in?
Mary Rodgers has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Mary Rodgers been nominated for?
Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Working and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Once Upon a Mattress.
How many shows has Mary Rodgers written?
Mary Rodgers has written 9 shows including Music with Mary Martin (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Once Upon a Mattress (Composer), Hot Spot (Composer), Davy Jones' Locker (Composer/Lyricist), Pinocchio (Composer), Side by Side by Sondheim (Composer), Working (Composer), The Madwoman of Central Park West (Composer), Hey, Love (Composer).
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