Rupert Holmes
Birth Place: ENGLAND
Conversation With Jason Alexander is Coming to Chicago Shakespeare Theater (May 20, 2026)
Photos: Victoria Clark Honored at New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players 2026 Gala (May 20, 2026)
A TIME TO KILL, Adapted From John Grisham's Novel, Will Open at Group Rep (May 22, 2026)
BIO
Rupert Holmes is the author of numerous songs, musicals, plays and novels, which have earned him three Tony Awards (Best Book, Best Score and Best Musical), several Drama Desk Awards, and the prestigious Edgar Award, which was given to him by the Mystery Writers of America. He has developed and arranged songs for many renowned artists, including Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Barry Manilow, Paul Williams, the Manhattan Transfer and Barbara Cook. His Solitary, which starred Stacy Keach, set a new box office record at the Kennedy Center. Other notable theatrical projects include the Tony Award-Winning, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, the Tonynominated Say Goodnight Gracie, The Accomplice, Goosebumps and Marty. His latest show, Curtains!, a Kander and Ebb musical, recently played to major acclaim on Broadway. He also received an Emmy for his made-fortelevision dramedy, "Remember WENN," and more recently his novel, Where The Truth Lies, has been translated into a major motion picture starring Kevin Bacon.
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Productions
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Awards and Nominations
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Rupert Holmes, Pirates! The Penzance Musical
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Rupert Holmes, Curtains
Rupert Holmes, Curtains
Rupert Holmes, Curtains
Rupert Holmes, Curtains
Rupert Holmes, Say Goodnight Gracie
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Rupert Holmes, The Mystery of Edwin Drood
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Rupert Holmes, The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Videos
Video: Watch PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL's Final Curtain Call on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-07-28 12:18:44
Video: Ramin Karimloo Sings 'I Am A Pirate King' in PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - 2025-07-08 12:35:23
Video: David Hyde Pierce Discusses Broadway Return and Passion for Live Comedy on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-21 13:08:54
Video: David Hyde Piece on the New Orleans-Flavored PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL- 'It Really Works!'
by Joey Mervis - 2025-03-07 13:11:18
Video: Highlights from THE NUTTY PROFESSOR at Hale Centre Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-14 15:07:17
Video: The Cast of CHOIR OF MAN At Apollo Theatre Performs 'Escape (The Pina Colada Song)'
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-04-02 22:49:24
VIDEO: Mamie Parris & More Rehearsing THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-02 10:27:47
Video: Writer Rupert Holmes on THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-12 16:03:06
VIDEO: Terre Blair Hamlisch Joins Cast Of THE NUTTY PROFESSOR To Honor Marvin Hamlisch
by Alan Henry - 2022-08-09 11:09:13
VIDEO: Rupert Holmes Opens Up About the Nutty Journey of THE NUTTY PROFESSOR
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-07-10 16:00:20
VIDEO: Jason Alexander Talks MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on LATE NIGHT
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-10-21 09:33:56
VIDEO: On This Day, August 4 - THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Debuts at the Delacorte
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-08-04 00:02:00
VIDEO: Liz Callaway Sings 'The People That You Never Get to Love' by Rupert Holmes in Her Car
by Stephi Wild - 2020-01-04 11:17:06
VIDEO: Darryl Maximilian Robinson Performs Two Versions of The Bard's St. Crispin's Day Speech in LA
by Stephi Wild - 2019-12-26 05:26:54
VIDEO: First Look at THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2019-12-06 07:13:07
VIDEO: Meet the Cast of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Riverside Theatre
by Alan Henry - 2018-01-09 11:06:16
TV Exclusive: THE NUTTY PROFESSOR Cast Reunites at Birdland for NYC Debut!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-02-25 12:32:02
News
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Chicago Shakespeare Theater will present the return of Jason Alexander for a special event, As Long As You’re Asking: A Conversation with Jason Alexander.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players 2026 Gala recently honored two-time Tony Winner and Board Member Victoria Clark with the Albert Bergert Living Legacy of Gilbert & Sullivan Award at Yale Club. Check out photos here.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
The Group Rep in North Hollywood will present A TIME TO KILL, Rupert Holmes' stage adaptation of John Grisham's courtroom drama, directed by Tom Lazarus with a cast of 17 actors.
by Rob Lester - May 18, 2026
A cabaret night celebrating the music of Bob Merrill in conjunction with J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Co.'s production of CARNIVAL. THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD is currently playing through May 24.
by Adela González Pérez - May 18, 2026
Los alumnos de 4ºM de Interpretación Musical se despiden de las aulas con un montaje de intriga metateatral, orquesta en directo y funciones con fines solidarios.
by Rob Lester - May 11, 2026
THE BEST OF TIMES was a fine celebration of the songs of Jerry Herman by J2 Spotlight with its alumni and others. Their spring season continues with THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD opening 5/14
by Rob Lester - May 6, 2026
Don't think that the words 'Lecture Series' means something dry or preachy. J2 Spotlight's 'Behind the Spotlight' series emphasizes fun facts and insiders' perspectives. These go along with the mood of the varied post-show events after the bows at most performances of fully staged full-length musicals, with Carnival! playing now, followed by The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Two-time Tony winner Victoria Clark will be honored by the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players with the Albert Bergeret Living Legacy Award at the company's annual gala, closing its 51st season.
by Michelle Nielsen - Apr 27, 2026
What did our critic think of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74?
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
O'Connell & Company will present CURTAINS, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy mystery by Kander & Ebb, at Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center in Williamsville, NY.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026
David Gersten, Vice-President of ATPAM, the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers (IATSE Local 18032), died on Monday, April 6 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
Act II Playhouse has announced its latest production, “Say Goodnight, Gracie” by Rupert Holmes. The one-man show stars Tony Braithwaite in the role of comedy icon, George Burns.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026
Next month, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond for Women's History Month, including Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026
All Things Equal: The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg will launch a 13-city Winter-Spring national tour. Written by multiple Award-winner Rupert Holmes and directed by Laley Lippard, the production stars Michelle Azar who originated the role.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 16, 2026
Read a conversation with Morley about the 1/23 concert, which weaves history about NATASHA, PIERRE AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 between songs from the show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
All Things Equal – The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the joyful theatrical event by multiple-Tony Award winning playwright Rupert Holmes, will return to San Francisco’s Curran Theater.
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 8, 2025
It's 100 years since Sammy Davis Jr. was born - let the celebration commence!
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 8, 2025
Tony Award nominee and Interim Artistic Director of Roundabout Theatre Company, Scott Ellis, received his iconic caricature at Sardi’s on Thursday, December 4. Check out photos here.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
54 Below will present ONCE IN A LIFETIME: A SAMMY DAVIS, JR. CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION this Sunday evening. The program will feature an all-star cast performing selections associated with Davis’s career, with music direction by Michael Lavine. The event will be presented live at 54 Below and streamed online.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2025
Paul Anka is developing a Broadway musical about his life with writer Rupert Holmes. The project comes after the release of his hit new documentary, Paul Anka: His Way, which traces the Canadian’s musical journey.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Rupert Holmes has written 10 shows including The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Bookwriter), Barbara Cook: A Concert for the Theatre (Composer), Accomplice (Playwright), Solitary Confinement (Playwright), Twelfth Night (Music), Say Goodnight, Gracie (Playwright), Marty (Bookwriter), Curtains (Lyricist), A Time To Kill (Adaptor), The Nutty Professor (Lyricist).
Outstanding Adaptation (Drama Desk Awards) for Pirates! The Penzance Musical, Outstanding Book of a Musica (Drama Desk Awards) for Curtains, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Curtains, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Curtains, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Curtains, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Say Goodnight Gracie, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Mystery of Edwin Drood and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
Rupert Holmes has won the following awards: - Outstanding Adaptation (Drama Desk Awards) for Pirates! The Penzance Musical - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Curtains - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Mystery of Edwin Drood - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
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