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Maury Yeston is a Tony Award-winning composer, lyricist, and writer who has made a significant impact on the world of musical theater. Born on October 23, 1945, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Yeston was raised in a musical family and began studying piano at a young age. He attended Yale University, where he earned a degree in music theory and composition, and later earned a Ph.D. in musicology from the University of Cambridge.

Yeston's first major success in musical theater came in 1982 with the debut of his show "Nine." Based on Federico Fellini's film "8½," "Nine" tells the story of a famous film director struggling to find inspiration for his next project. The show was a critical and commercial success, earning Yeston two Tony Awards for Best Original Score and Best Book of a Musical. The show was later adapted into a film in 2009, starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Penélope Cruz, and Marion Cotillard.

In 1989, Yeston wrote the music and lyrics for "Grand Hotel," which was based on the novel by Vicki Baum and the subsequent film adaptation. Set in a luxurious Berlin hotel during the 1920s, "Grand Hotel" features a large ensemble cast and explores the lives of the guests and staff over the course of a single weekend. The show received mixed reviews but was a box office success and earned Yeston another Tony nomination for Best Original Score.

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Maury Yeston Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Lyrics

Maury Yeston, Death Takes a Holiday

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Music

Maury Yeston, Death Takes a Holiday

Olivier Awards - 1997 - The American Express Award for Best New Musical

Maury Yeston, Nine


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Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Maury Yeston, Titanic

Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Maury Yeston , Grand Hotel

Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lyrics

Maury Yeston, Grand Hotel

Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Music

Maury Yeston, Grand Hotel


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Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Music

Maury Yeston, Nine


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Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

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NINE Comes to Chatham Playhouse in May


The Chatham Community Players will conclude its 102nd Season with the critically acclaimed and modern musical classic, “NINE” with music & lyrics by Maury Yeston and book by Arthur Kopit from May 3 – 18, 2024 at The Chatham Playhouse.

Are There Many Musicals About the Same Subject?


This time, the reader question was: With The Great Gatsby musicals happening now, are there other examples of musicals about the same subject?

Ashley Blanchet, Adam Chanler-Berat & More Complete the Cast of TITANIC at Encores!


The complete cast has been revealed for the New York City Center Encores! production of Titanic! Learn about the cast and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: TITANIC THE MUSICAL at Hale Centre Theatre


The cast of Hale's TITANIC THE MUSICAL, directed by Cambrian James, is a true ensemble, highlighted by Maury Yeston’s score, operatic in style and epic in scope.

FROZEN, JERSEY BOYS, and More Set For North Shore Music Theatre's Upcoming Season


Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) is set to return for an expanded season of exceptional musical entertainment for North Shore audiences. Learn more about the season here!

Jack Viertel's New Novel BROADWAY MELODY Is Now on Sale


Broadway Melody, the sweeping novel of love, ambition and defeat by veteran Broadway professional Jack Viertel is now available for purchase. Learn more about the book!

VIDEO: First Look at Reimagined NINE at Manhattan School of Music


Get a behind the scenes look at the reimagined production of Nine which runs this weekend at the Manhattan School of Music. The production features direction by Eugenio Contenti, music direction by David Loud, and choreography by Lorna Ventura.

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Comes To Popejoy Hall This April


The Tony Award-winning FORBIDDEN BROADWAY arrives at Popejoy Hall Sunday April 7, 2024, at 3:00 pm.

Exclusive: Go Inside Rehearsals for the GRAND HOTEL 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert


Get a look inside rehearsals for Grand Hotel: The 35th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert at 54 Below in the video here!

GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, 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, will present 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. Learn more about the performances here!

Isabelle Georges Stars In OH LÀ LÀ! A Passionate Journey Through The French Repertoire And Beyond At 54 Below


Isabelle Georges' will bring her journey through the French repertoire in 'OH LÀ LÀ!' to 54 Below on February 22nd.

Andre De Shields, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED, and More To Play 54 Below Next Week


Check out the lineup at 54 Below next week here!

Interview: Isabelle Georges Explores the French Repertoire in OH LÀ LÀ! at 54 Below


French singer Isabelle Georges is returning to New York City with a new show, OH LÀ LÀ, her most intimate yet. The divine performer is playing at 54 Below on Thursday February 22nd at 9:30 pm. BroadwayWorld's Stephen Mosher said watching her is like being 'in the eye of the hurricane, and you will never want to leave.'

Student Blog: My Goals For 2024


I'm looking forward to seeing what this last semester has in store for me, and I'm excited for what will come my way after I graduate. I hope you all have a fun, exciting semester, and that you accomplish any goals you may have!

BWW Q&A: Maelyn Jarmon on THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Core Theatre Group


Maelyn Jarmon (Season 16 winner of “The Voice”) and Clay Singer (National Tour of The Band’s Visit) will star in three-time Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Core Theatre Group, directed by Jessica McRoberts, with music direction by Paul Peglar. THE LAST FIVE YEARS will play Thursday, February 22nd through Sunday, February 25th, at The Drowned Lands (252 State School Road, Warwick, NY).

Photos: Danny Burstein, Michael R. Jackson And More Turn Out for the 2024 Kleban Prize Ceremony!


The Kleban Foundation has announced the recipients of the 34th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre. The 2024 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre lyricist has been awarded to Rona Siddiqui. See photos from inside the ceremony!

BWW Q&A: Clay Singer of THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Core Theatre Group


Maelyn Jarmon (Season 16 winner of “The Voice”) and Clay Singer (National Tour of The Band’s Visit) will star in three-time Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Core Theatre Group, directed by Jessica McRoberts, with music direction by Paul Peglar.

Broadway Buying Guide: February 5, 2024- Get Tickets to SWEENEY TODD, HADESTOWN and More


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 5, 2024.

Danny Burstein, Andrea Martin & More to Join 34th Annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre Ceremony


The Kleban Foundation will present the 34th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre on Monday, February 5 at 4PM in a private ceremony (by invitation only) hosted by ASCAP and BMI at New World Stages.

Ramin Karimloo, Chuck Cooper, Judy Kuhn & More Join Encores! TITANIC


NEW YORK CITY CENTER announced additional casting for Encores! Titanic, the final production of the 30th Encores! series. Check out who has joined the star-studded line-up!

Maury Yeston FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Maury Yeston written?

Maury Yeston has written 10 shows including In the Beginning (Composer/Lyricist), Nine (Composer/Lyricist), Goya (Composer/Lyricist), One Two Three Four Five (Composer/Lyricist), Grand Hotel (Composer/Lyricist), Phantom (Composer/Lyricist), Titanic (Composer), Death Takes a Holiday (Composer), December Songs (Composer/Lyricist), Anything Can Happen in the Theater: The Songs of Maury Yeston (Composer/Lyricist).

What awards has Maury Yeston been nominated for?

Maury Yeston has been nominated for the following awards: Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Death Takes a Holiday, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Death Takes a Holiday, The American Express Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Nine, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Titanic, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Grand Hotel, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Grand Hotel, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Grand Hotel, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Nine, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Nine.

What awards has Maury Yeston won?

Maury Yeston has won the following awards: Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for Titanic, Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Nine, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for Nine.

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