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Thomas Meehan won the 2003 Tony for co-writing the book for Hairspray, the 2001 Tony for the book of The Producers and the 1977 Tony for the book of Annie, which was his first Broadway show. He has since written the books for Young Frankenstein, I Remember Mama, Ain't Broadway Grand, Annie Warbucks and Bombay Dreams. He is a long-time contributor of humor, including "Yma Dream," to The New Yorker; an Emmy-winning television writer; and a collaborator on screenplays, including Mel Brooks' Spaceballs, To Be or Not to Be and The Producers. He is a member of the Council of the Dramatists Guild.

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[West End, 2022]
Book
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Book Writer
 
[West End, 2017] [Replacement]
Book[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2017]
Playwright
 
[US Tour, 2014]
Book
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Book
 
[Broadway, 2007] [Replacement]
Book[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Book Revisions
 
[Broadway, 1978]
Book Revisions

Writing

Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Libretto
Bookwriter
Bookwriter

Thomas Meehan Movies

Annie
[ 1982 ] book
To Be or Not to Be
[ 1983 ] writer
One Magic Christmas
[ 1985 ] writer
Spaceballs
[ 1987 ] writer
The Producers
[ 2005 ] Max's Attorney

Thomas Meehan Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Death Takes a Holiday

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Cry-Baby


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Hairspray


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Best Musical

Thomas Meehan, Hairspray


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Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Hairspray


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Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Choreography

Thomas Meehan, The Producers


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Best Musical

Thomas Meehan, The Producers


winner
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, The Producers


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Book

Thomas Meehan, Annie


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1977 - Best Musical

Thomas Meehan, Annie


winner
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Annie

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Thomas Meehan News


SIX, COME FROM AWAY, and More Set For Broadway in Fresno 2024-25 Season

Broadway in Fresno has announced its 2024-2025 Season line-up, featuring the Fresno premieres of SIX, COME FROM AWAY, and TINA – The Tina Turner Musical as well as the return of family favorite ANNIE for an unforgettable season.

Tickets Go On Sale For HAIRSPRAY in Dallas This Week

The Dallas engagement of HAIRSPRAY  will go on sale Friday, March 22 at 10 a.m. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O’Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will play June 18-30 in Dallas at the Music Hall at Fair Park.

Pittsburgh CLO Announces WEST SIDE STORY And More For 2024 Summer Season

Pittsburgh CLO has your summer mapped out promising an array of captivating productions across the city's Cultural District. Pittsburgh CLO continues their long-standing commitment of creating Broadway caliber shows made by Pittsburgh, for Pittsburgh, and in partnership with Pittsburgh.

TV: Hablamos con Armando Pita y Ricky Mata de THE PRODUCERS

Los dos actores protagonizan el musical de Mel Brooks ahora en el Alcalá de Madrid durante 10 únicas semanas.

Initial Cast and Additional Dates Set For HAIRSPRAY UK Tour

Initial casting and further tour dates have been announced for the 2024/25 UK and Ireland tour of Hairspray. Learn more about who is starring in the musical here, and where you can catch the show!

THE PRODUCERS se estrena en el Teatro Nuevo Alcalá de Madrid

El musical cuenta la historia de Max Bialystock, un productor de Broadway que está en la ruina, y Leo Bloom, un joven contable. Ambos sueñan con hacerse ricos con un plan sorprendente. Para conseguir su objetivo, tienen que producir el fracaso más grande de la historia del teatro musical y huir con el dinero de los inversores. Pero poner en marcha un auténtico desastre no es nada fácil.  Tienen que encontrar el peor guion, el peor equipo de dirección, los peores actores y estrenar un espectáculo absolutamente espantoso. ¿Lo conseguirán?

WICKED, ANNIE, and More Set For Broadway in Peoria 2024-25 Season

The American Theatre Guild has announced its 24–25 Season for the Peoria Civic Center. The Broadway in Peoria Series will include several Broadway touring productions. Learn more here!

HAIRSPRAY North American Tour is Coming to the Orpheum Theatre This Spring

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, will be performing a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.

Lied Center Announces BEETLEJUICE, BACK TO THE FUTURE And More for the 2024-2025 Glenn Korff Broadway Series

Back to the Future, Beetlejuice, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Dear Evan Hansen, and a two-week run of huge show yet to be announced will make up the 2024-2025 Glenn Korff Broadway Series! New season packages go on sale to the public on February 27, 2024 at 11am

Tickets Go On Sale This Week For HAIRSPRAY at the Hobby Center

Tickets to HAIRSPRAY at the Hobby Center will go on sale to the general public Friday, February 23, 2024 at 10am. Performances run June 4-9, 2024.

Spotlight: ANNIE at Charleston Gaillard Center

Annie comes to Charleston, SC

SIX, BEETLEJUICE, and More Headline Broadway in Birmingham 2024-25 Season

Broadway in Birmingham has announced its 2024-2025 season, including Chicago, Annie, Six, Les Miserables, Beetlejuice, and Tina - The Tina Turner Musical.

HAIRSPRAY Comes To ABT This Week

Alberta Bair Theater will welcome HAIRSPRAY on Saturday, February 17, for two performances – 2 P.M. and 7:30 P.M. Learn more about the production here!

HAIRSPRAY is Coming to The Buddy Holly Hall in March

The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, HAIRSPRAY. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Stefanie Londino talks playing Miss Hannigan in ANNIE

By telephone recently from a tour stop in her hometown of New Brunswick, N.J., Londino talked about Miss Hannigan and more.

Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN is Coming to Berkshire Theatre Group Summer 2024

Berkshire Theatre group will present Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein at The Colonial Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Super Duper: Adapted From Mel Brooks's Cult Movie, Musical O JOVEM FRANKENSTEIN (Young Frankenstein) It's Alive! in Brazil

From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster new musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation – Young Frankenstein!

Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Comes to Berkshire Theatre Group in June

Berkshire Theatre Group has announced one of the exciting productions in the 2024 summer lineup. Brace yourselves for an exhilarating experience as the musical comedy masterpiece, Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, born from the comedic genius of Mel Brooks, graces the stage of the iconic Colonial Theatre from June 27 to July 21.

Bay Street Theater Announces Two Shows Of 2024 Mainstage Season

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced that its 2024 Mainstage Season will bring together top theatrical talent in a spectacular summer lineup with a stellar mix of classics.

HAIRSPRAY is Coming to Alberta Bair Theater This Month

Alberta Bair Theater will welcome HAIRSPRAY in 3 weeks on Saturday, January 17 for two performances – 2 P.M. and 7:30 P.M. Learn more here!

Thomas Meehan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Thomas Meehan written?

Thomas Meehan has written 17 shows including Cry-Baby (Bookwriter), Hairspray (Bookwriter), Annie (Bookwriter), I Remember Mama (Bookwriter), Lyle The Crocodile (Bookwriter), Annie 2 (Bookwriter), Ain't Broadway Grand (Bookwriter), Annie Warbucks (Bookwriter), The Producers (Bookwriter), Bombay Dreams (Bookwriter), Robin Hood (Bookwriter), Death Takes a Holiday (Bookwriter), 1984 (Libretto), Young Frankenstein (Bookwriter), Elf - The Musical (Bookwriter), Chaplin (Bookwriter), Rocky (Bookwriter).

What awards has Thomas Meehan been nominated for?

Thomas Meehan has been nominated for various awards in the Broadway industry. These include Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Death Takes a Holiday," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Cry-Baby," Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hairspray," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Hairspray," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hairspray," Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Producers," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "The Producers," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Producers," Outstanding Book at the Drama Desk Awards for "Annie," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Annie," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Annie."

What awards has Thomas Meehan won?

Thomas Meehan has won several awards for his work in Broadway musicals. These include Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hairspray." He also won Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Producers." Additionally, Meehan won Outstanding Book at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Annie."

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