Meredith Willson
Date of Death: June 15, 1984 (82)
Birth Place: Mason City, IA, USA
Latest News on Meredith Willson:
Randolph High School Drama Club Receives Grant to Stage THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN (Nov 6, 2024)
Previews: 1962 ON STAGE AND SCREEN at The Musical Theater Project (Nov 3, 2024)
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at White Theatre (Oct 28, 2024)
Randolph High School Drama Club Receives Grant to Stage THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN (Nov 6, 2024)
Previews: 1962 ON STAGE AND SCREEN at The Musical Theater Project (Nov 3, 2024)
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at White Theatre (Oct 28, 2024)
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Awards and Nominations
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1958 - Best Musical
Meredith Willson, The Music Man
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Tony Awards - 1958 - Best Musical
Meredith Willson, The Music Man
Videos
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Reveals Why He's 'Ready to Move On' From MUSIC MAN on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Reveals He Saw a NYC Marathon Runner in THE MUSIC MAN Audience on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Nov 7, 2022
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks Auditioning and THE MUSIC MAN on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 8, 2022
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of THE MUSIC MAN at the Olney Theatre Center, Featuring Deaf and Hearing Actors
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Talks THE MUSIC MAN, WOLVERINE, and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 2, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Celebrates Sutton Foster's Birthday With THE MUSIC MAN Cast and Audience
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 19, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Stars Hit the Red Carpet for Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN on Broadway!
by Red Carpet - Feb 11, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Hugh Jackman Talk THE MUSIC MAN and Watch New Performance Clips
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 2, 2022
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Releases Holiday Video from the Winter Garden Theatre to Broadway
by Robert Diamond - Dec 25, 2021
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Tributes Swings & Understudies as Kathy Voytko Fills in for Sutton Foster
by BWW Special - Dec 24, 2021
VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Warms Up His Voice for THE MUSIC MAN on Broadway!
by Sarah Leiber - Jul 16, 2021
VIDEO: Watch Highlights From THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, Starring Beth Malone
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2020
TV: Watch Beth Malone & More Sing from THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN in Rehearsals!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2020
VIDEO: John Tartaglia Leads THE MUSIC MAN at the Wick Theatre in Boca Raton
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2019
VIDEO: Get a First Look at Adam Pascal in 5 Star Theatricals' THE MUSIC MAN
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2019
VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes Of 5 Star Theatricals' THE MUSIC MAN With Adam Pascal, Shirley Jones And More!
by Alan Henry - Oct 8, 2019
News
Randolph High School Drama Club Receives Grant to Stage THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN
Randolph High School Drama Club received a grant to stage the revised version of THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, highlighting Molly Brown's activism and resilience during the Progressive Era. Learn more!
Randolph High School Drama Club received a grant to stage the revised version of THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, highlighting Molly Brown's activism and resilience during the Progressive Era. Learn more!
Previews: 1962 ON STAGE AND SCREEN at The Musical Theater Project
The Musical Theatre Project's next live program, 1962 ON STAGE AND SCREEN, is to be presented at 3:00 pm on Sunday, November 10, 2024.
The Musical Theatre Project's next live program, 1962 ON STAGE AND SCREEN, is to be presented at 3:00 pm on Sunday, November 10, 2024.
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at White Theatre
Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN opened this week at The White Theatre to an almost full house standing ovation. THE MUSIC MAN is a tribute to small town America around the turn of the twentieth century. The location is River City, Iowa on the Iowa/Illinois border in 1912.
Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN opened this week at The White Theatre to an almost full house standing ovation. THE MUSIC MAN is a tribute to small town America around the turn of the twentieth century. The location is River City, Iowa on the Iowa/Illinois border in 1912.
Licensing Your Next Theatrical Production- A Complete Guide
What is theatrical licensing and why is it important? Check out our for guide to how licensing works and view an updating list of new shows to license!
What is theatrical licensing and why is it important? Check out our for guide to how licensing works and view an updating list of new shows to license!
Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards
The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.
The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.
Shuler Hensley to Direct THE MUSIC MAN at City Springs Theatre Company
City Springs Theatre Company will present THE MUSIC MAN in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
City Springs Theatre Company will present THE MUSIC MAN in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL National Tour Reunion & More at 54 Below Next Month
54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Jay Aubrey Jones and Nick Whitehurst Join HERE'S LOVE TO THE MUSIC MAN at 54 Below
54 Below will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson, with newly added appearances by Broadway’s Jay Aubery Jones, and Nick Whitehurst, Executive Director of The Music Man Square.
54 Below will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson, with newly added appearances by Broadway’s Jay Aubery Jones, and Nick Whitehurst, Executive Director of The Music Man Square.
Billy Harrigan Tighe to Star in THE MUSIC MAN at City Springs Theatre Company
City Springs Theatre Company will open its 2024-2025 season with THE MUSIC MAN starring Billy Harrigan Tighe. Learn how to purchase tickets.
City Springs Theatre Company will open its 2024-2025 season with THE MUSIC MAN starring Billy Harrigan Tighe. Learn how to purchase tickets.
56th Jeff Awards Nominations Revealed
The Jeff Awards revealed nominations for their 56th anniversary, celebrating excellence in Chicago's Equity theaters. Learn more!
The Jeff Awards revealed nominations for their 56th anniversary, celebrating excellence in Chicago's Equity theaters. Learn more!
54 Below to Present HERE'S LOVE TO THE MUSIC MAN Celebration of Meredith Willson
54 BELOW will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson. Learn how to purchase tickets.
54 BELOW will present Here’s Love to The Music Man: A Celebration of Songwriter Meredith Willson. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Second Street Players Adds July Performance of THE MUSIC MAN
Second Street Players in Milford, DE have added a performance to their summer production of THE MUSIC MAN. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Second Street Players in Milford, DE have added a performance to their summer production of THE MUSIC MAN. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, JERSEY BOYS & More Set for Argyle Theatre 2024-25 Season
Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring a diverse lineup of productions. Learn more about the lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring a diverse lineup of productions. Learn more about the lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
Second Street Players Are Bringing Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN to Milford
Second Street Players will present the classic American musical Meredith Willson's 'THE MUSIC MAN' with evening performances at 7 PM on July 12, 13, 18, 19, and 20, 2024 and afternoon matinees at 2 PM on July 13, 14, 20, and 21 at the Riverfront Theater
Second Street Players will present the classic American musical Meredith Willson's 'THE MUSIC MAN' with evening performances at 7 PM on July 12, 13, 18, 19, and 20, 2024 and afternoon matinees at 2 PM on July 13, 14, 20, and 21 at the Riverfront Theater
Review: Sutton Foster Showcases Her Soprano in Concert with Boston Pops
Sutton Foster just may have made history during her recent concerts with the Boston Pops – as the first artist to break out the crochet needles and yarn to add a few rows to an in-progress blanket mid-performance at Symphony Hall.
Sutton Foster just may have made history during her recent concerts with the Boston Pops – as the first artist to break out the crochet needles and yarn to add a few rows to an in-progress blanket mid-performance at Symphony Hall.
Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre Opens THE MUSIC MAN This Weekend
The Music Man begins performances at Rocky Mountain Rep this weekend! Performances are Friday, June 14, at 8:00pm and Saturday, June 15, at 8:00pm and continuing all summer.
The Music Man begins performances at Rocky Mountain Rep this weekend! Performances are Friday, June 14, at 8:00pm and Saturday, June 15, at 8:00pm and continuing all summer.
THE MUSIC MAN Comes to the Riverfront Theater in July
Second Street Players will present 'The Music Man' from Friday to Sunday, July 12 to 14, and July 19 to 21, at the Riverfront Theater, 2 S. Walnut St., Milford.
Second Street Players will present 'The Music Man' from Friday to Sunday, July 12 to 14, and July 19 to 21, at the Riverfront Theater, 2 S. Walnut St., Milford.
16 U.S. High Schools Awarded $10,000 To Perform THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN
Local high schools receive grants to perform THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, supporting arts education and providing students with opportunities to engage in theater productions.
Local high schools receive grants to perform THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, supporting arts education and providing students with opportunities to engage in theater productions.
16 U.S. High Schools Awarded Grants to Perform THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN
Sixteen U.S. high schools will receive $10,000 each to perform a new, revised version of The Unsinkable Molly Brown. Learn more about the grants!
Sixteen U.S. high schools will receive $10,000 each to perform a new, revised version of The Unsinkable Molly Brown. Learn more about the grants!
THE HOT WING KING & More Lead Chicago's Summer 2024 Top Theatre Shows
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Summer 2024 include The Hot Wing King and more.
Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Summer 2024 include The Hot Wing King and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Meredith Willson written?
Meredith Willson has written 4 shows including The Unsinkable Molly Brown (Composer), Here's Love (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), The Music Man (Source Material), Meredith Willson's 1491 (Bookwriter).
What awards has Meredith Willson been nominated for?
Meredith Willson has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. One of his notable nominations includes a nomination for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "The Music Man". Additionally, "The Music Man" also received a nomination for Best Musical at the Tony Awards. These nominations highlight the recognition and acclaim that Willson's work has received in the Broadway industry.
What awards has Meredith Willson won?
Meredith Willson has won several awards for his work. He received the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards and the Tony Awards for his musical, The Music Man.
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