Michel Legrand
Michel Legrand is an actor, composer whose BroadwayWorld credits include Andy Williams with Michel Legrand and Amour. Awards include Drama Desk Awards for Amour (2002).
Date of Birth: February 24, 1932 (94)
Birth Place: Paris, FRANCE
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Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
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Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Music
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Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Orchestrations
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Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding Music
Michel Legrand, The Umbrella of Cherbourg
Videos
Video: Melissa Errico Sings 'I Can Dream, Can't I?' in Video for Upcoming Album
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-26 10:21:20
Video: Melissa Errico Sings 'I've Grown Accustomed To His Face' from MY FAIR LADY
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-07 14:05:46
Video: Watch Maria Friedman Sing Sondheim in Rehearsals for LEGACY
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-02-27 16:50:36
Video: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, SHE LOVES ME Lyricist Sheldon Harnick Celebrated At Star-Studded Memorial
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-11-10 17:55:16
Exclusive: Listen to Barbra Streisand Sing 'Papa, Can You Hear Me?' (Demo) from YENTL: Deluxe 40th Anniversary Edition
by Team BWW - 2023-10-06 09:00:20
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'TIS AUTUMN Featuring Susan Mack To Take The Stage At Chelsea Table + Stage
by Marissa Faith Curley - Oct 17, 2026
Award-winning jazz and cabaret vocalist Susan Mack brings 'Tis Autumn to Chelsea Table & Stage for one night only. 'Tis Autumn, Mack captures Fall's shifting moods through interpretations of jazz standards, the Great American Songbook, and a few contemporary surprises.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Oct 17, 2026
Award-winning jazz and cabaret vocalist Susan Mack brings 'Tis Autumn to Chelsea Table & Stage for one night only. 'Tis Autumn, Mack captures Fall's shifting moods through interpretations of jazz standards, the Great American Songbook, and a few contemporary surprises.
Review: Jackie Draper Charms Laurie Beechman Crowd With LEGRAND LEGACY
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 2, 2026
Charming, disarming, and absolutely delightful, Jackie Draper is a beacon of professionalism in cabaret, while presenting her Michel Legrand tribute show.
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 2, 2026
Charming, disarming, and absolutely delightful, Jackie Draper is a beacon of professionalism in cabaret, while presenting her Michel Legrand tribute show.
A Director's Director: Broadway Stars Share Their Favorite James Lapine Stories
by Charles Kirsch - Sep 29, 2026
Not many people can claim to be a Tony-nominated theater director and a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer, but James Lapine achieved both of those honors with his Broadway debut, Sunday in the Park With George (music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim). He went on to collaborate with Sondheim on Into the Woods and Passion, with William Finn on Falsettos and Spelling Bee, and to write plays and musicals including Act One, Amour, and Twelve Dreams.
by Charles Kirsch - Sep 29, 2026
Not many people can claim to be a Tony-nominated theater director and a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer, but James Lapine achieved both of those honors with his Broadway debut, Sunday in the Park With George (music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim). He went on to collaborate with Sondheim on Into the Woods and Passion, with William Finn on Falsettos and Spelling Bee, and to write plays and musicals including Act One, Amour, and Twelve Dreams.
Chronicles of a Girl Singer: A New Dream
by Guest Blog: Melissa Errico - Sep 28, 2026
'On songs, surrealism, love letters, and discovering what an album was about after I had already made it.' Melissa Errico shares reflections on her new album, I CAN DREAM, CAN'T I?
by Guest Blog: Melissa Errico - Sep 28, 2026
'On songs, surrealism, love letters, and discovering what an album was about after I had already made it.' Melissa Errico shares reflections on her new album, I CAN DREAM, CAN'T I?
Review: LILIOM at Joffrey Ballet At The Lyric Opera Of Chicago
by Lauren Sheely - Sep 20, 2026
Joffrey Ballet soars in John Neumeier's LILIOM
by Lauren Sheely - Sep 20, 2026
Joffrey Ballet soars in John Neumeier's LILIOM
Peggy Lee's "Since You Have Gone" EP to Debut Unreleased Original
by Rachel Stone - Sep 18, 2026
A previously unreleased Peggy Lee original discovered in Capitol Records vaults after more than 60 years will debut as the title track of a new digital EP, paired with signature recordings and a new visualizer.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 18, 2026
A previously unreleased Peggy Lee original discovered in Capitol Records vaults after more than 60 years will debut as the title track of a new digital EP, paired with signature recordings and a new visualizer.
The New American Play Series and More Set for Urban Stages 43rd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026
Urban Stages revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring the inaugural New American Play Series, the return of Winter Rhythms festival, and over 1,300 free outreach programs citywide.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026
Urban Stages revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring the inaugural New American Play Series, the return of Winter Rhythms festival, and over 1,300 free outreach programs citywide.
Maria Corsaro to Present LOVE MAKES THE CHANGES at Pangea
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Maria Corsaro performs music from her 2026 MAC Award-nominated album LOVE MAKES THE CHANGES at Pangea, accompanied by the Gregory Toroian Quartet featuring swing, ballads and bossa style arrangements.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Maria Corsaro performs music from her 2026 MAC Award-nominated album LOVE MAKES THE CHANGES at Pangea, accompanied by the Gregory Toroian Quartet featuring swing, ballads and bossa style arrangements.
Photos: Melissa Errico Brings THE STREISAND EFFECT to Provincetown Town Hall
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Melissa Errico made her Provincetown Town Hall debut performing THE STREISAND EFFECT, a program of songs made famous by Barbra Streisand alongside works by Sondheim, Legrand and Bacharach.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Melissa Errico made her Provincetown Town Hall debut performing THE STREISAND EFFECT, a program of songs made famous by Barbra Streisand alongside works by Sondheim, Legrand and Bacharach.
LEGRAND LEGACY – KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING! to Bring Jackie Draper to Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
Jackie Draper will return to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with a new cabaret show celebrating composer Michel Legrand, featuring musicians Gregory Toroian, Tom Hubbard, Ron Tierno, and Robbyn Tongue.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
Jackie Draper will return to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with a new cabaret show celebrating composer Michel Legrand, featuring musicians Gregory Toroian, Tom Hubbard, Ron Tierno, and Robbyn Tongue.
Melbourne International Jazz Festival Sets Oct 16-25, 2026 Lineup
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026
The Melbourne International Jazz Festival will run October 16-25, 2026, presenting more than 550 artists from 18 countries across 150-plus events, including REBIRTH BRASS BAND and Benjamin Clementine.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 19, 2026
The Melbourne International Jazz Festival will run October 16-25, 2026, presenting more than 550 artists from 18 countries across 150-plus events, including REBIRTH BRASS BAND and Benjamin Clementine.
LILIOM to Make Chicago Premiere With Joffrey Ballet in 2026-27 Season Opener
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 17, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet will open its season with the Chicago premiere of John Neumeier's LILIOM, performed at the Lyric Opera House with a live 16-piece jazz band and orchestra.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 17, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet will open its season with the Chicago premiere of John Neumeier's LILIOM, performed at the Lyric Opera House with a live 16-piece jazz band and orchestra.
Interview: Laura Anglade Announces New Album, SOMETHING'S COMING
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 21, 2026
The New York-based vocalist's upcoming album, out 11/13, is textured, theatrical and emotionally open. Read a conversation with the artist about SOMETHING'S COMING and hear a recently-released single from the album
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 21, 2026
The New York-based vocalist's upcoming album, out 11/13, is textured, theatrical and emotionally open. Read a conversation with the artist about SOMETHING'S COMING and hear a recently-released single from the album
Interview: Melissa Errico talks performing THE STREISAND EFFECT in Provincetown
by R. Scott Reedy - Aug 17, 2026
Singer, actress, and author Melissa Errico – who will perform her concert “The Streisand Effect” as her debut at Town Hall in Provincetown on August 23 – says she first became aware of Barbra Streisand when, as a teenager, she saw “Yentl,” the 1983 movie musical co-written, co-produced, and directed by, and starring, the show business icon.
by R. Scott Reedy - Aug 17, 2026
Singer, actress, and author Melissa Errico – who will perform her concert “The Streisand Effect” as her debut at Town Hall in Provincetown on August 23 – says she first became aware of Barbra Streisand when, as a teenager, she saw “Yentl,” the 1983 movie musical co-written, co-produced, and directed by, and starring, the show business icon.
Review: SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Celebrates Tony Bennett at Dizzy's Club
by Andrew Poretz - Aug 14, 2026
Deborah Grace Winer’s Songbook Sundays celebrates the Tony Bennett Centennial with Billy Stritch, Debby Boone, Gabrielle Stravelli, and David Marino in a sparkling evening of timeless songs, great stories, and first-rate musicianship.
by Andrew Poretz - Aug 14, 2026
Deborah Grace Winer’s Songbook Sundays celebrates the Tony Bennett Centennial with Billy Stritch, Debby Boone, Gabrielle Stravelli, and David Marino in a sparkling evening of timeless songs, great stories, and first-rate musicianship.
Photos: David Marino Celebrates Michel Legrand's Music at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
David Marino performed songs from Michel Legrand's catalog at Birdland, backed by a quartet and joined by special guest singer Kate Kortum. See photos from the concert!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
David Marino performed songs from Michel Legrand's catalog at Birdland, backed by a quartet and joined by special guest singer Kate Kortum. See photos from the concert!
Review: DAVID MARINO SINGS MICHEL LEGRAND at Birdland Unparalleled Entertainment
by Stephen Mosher - Aug 13, 2026
David Marino is setting a new standard in musical nightclub entertainment.
by Stephen Mosher - Aug 13, 2026
David Marino is setting a new standard in musical nightclub entertainment.
Monty Alexander, Charles Mingus Orchestra, Jocelyn Gould & More Set for Birdland in August
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including VINCE GIORDANO & THE NIGHTHAWKS, David Marino, and JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY over a two-week run.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including VINCE GIORDANO & THE NIGHTHAWKS, David Marino, and JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY over a two-week run.
JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY and More Set for August Birdland Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater in New York revealed a monthlong slate of jazz performances, including Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes, Monty Alexander, and the MIKI YAMANAKA TRIO.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater in New York revealed a monthlong slate of jazz performances, including Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes, Monty Alexander, and the MIKI YAMANAKA TRIO.
Single Tickets For Joffrey Ballet's 2026-27 Season On Sale Now
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet has put single tickets on sale for its upcoming season at the Lyric Opera House, featuring premieres of works by Christopher Wheeldon and John Neumeier, with prices starting at $47.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
The Joffrey Ballet has put single tickets on sale for its upcoming season at the Lyric Opera House, featuring premieres of works by Christopher Wheeldon and John Neumeier, with prices starting at $47.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Michel Legrand been in?
Michel Legrand has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Michel Legrand been in?
Michel Legrand has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Michel Legrand been nominated for?
Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Amour, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Amour, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Amour and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Umbrella of Cherbourg.
What awards has Michel Legrand won?
Michel Legrand won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Music for Amour and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Orchestrations for Amour.
How many shows has Michel Legrand written?
Michel Legrand has written 2 shows including Of Love Remembered (Composer), Amour (Composer).
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