Tim Rice
Birth Place: USA
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to Play Fairfield Theatre Company (May 22, 2026)
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Will Come to Memphis This Summer (May 22, 2026)
Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Studio Tenn (May 21, 2026)
BIO
Sir Tim Rice is an author and Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, Emmy Award, Tony Award, and Grammy Award-winning lyricist. He is best known for his collaborations with Andrew Lloyd Webber, with whom he wrote Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Evita; with Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson of ABBA, with whom he wrote Chess; for additional songs for the 2011 West End revival of The Wizard of Oz; and for his work with Alan Menken on Disney's Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, and the musical King David. He also worked with Elton John on Disney's The Lion King, the musical Aida, and DreamWorks Animation's The Road to El Dorado and Ennio Morricone.
One of the most celebrated lyricists in British popular culture, Rice was knighted by Elizabeth II for services to music in 1994. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, is an inductee into the Songwriter's Hall of Fame, is a Disney Legend recipient, and is a fellow of the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors. The 2016 Sunday Times Rich List values Rice at £150m; the 15th-richest music millionaire in the UK. He is one of fifteen artists to have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Lyricist
Lyricist
Lyricist
Movies
[ 1973 ] lyricist
[ 1992 ] songs
[ 1992 ] songs
[ 1994 ] songs
[ 1996 ] lyricist
[ 2000 ] lyrics
[ 2000 ] lyrics by
[ 2017 ] songs
[ 2022 ] Lyrics by
[ 2024 ] Original Songs
[ 2024 ] Lyrics
Awards and Nominations
Tim Rice, Aladdin
Tim Rice, Aladdin
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Sir Tim Rice
Tim Rice, The Lion King
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Tim Rice, Aida
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Tim Rice, The Lion King
Tim Rice, The Lion King
Tim Rice, Beauty and the Beast
Tim Rice, Beauty and the Beast
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Tim Rice, Evita
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Tim Rice, Evita
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Tim Rice, Evita
Videos
Videos: CHESS Audience Celebrate Tony Nominees With Thunderous Applause
by Michael Major - 2026-05-06 10:26:52
Video: Highlights from JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Goodspeed Musicals
by Nicole Rosky - 2026-05-01 09:29:26
Video: Aaron Tveit Opens Up About Wardrobe Mishap During CHESS Performance
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-21 13:35:49
Video: CHESS Stars Reflect on New Cast Recording on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-21 11:57:52
Exclusive: Watch the Cast of CHESS Perform Golden Bangkok on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2026-04-14 12:45:52
Video: The Cast of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Goodspeed Opera House Performs 'Heaven on Their Minds'
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-04-03 23:13:23
Video: Bryce Pinkham and the Cast of CHESS Perform 'The Arbiter' on KELLY CLARKSON
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-27 10:09:30
Video: Watch Lea Michele and the Cast of CHESS Perform 'Nobody's Side' on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-18 10:07:26
Video: THE LAND OF SOMETIMES Trailer Unveils Star-Studded Animated Musical
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-14 10:33:04
Video: Sarah Brightman Shares Full ‘A Christmas Symphony’ Concert Feat. Andrew Lloyd Webber
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-23 14:28:15
Video: Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele & Nicholas Christopher Perform From CHESS on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-15 17:48:37
Notes on a Script: Danny Strong on Making the Book to CHESS Work
by Joey Mervis - 2025-11-20 12:40:04
Video: Original BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Star Susan Egan Surprises Tour Cast
by Michael Major - 2025-11-17 12:43:09
Video: Aaron Tveit & CHESS Cast Launch the 'One Night In Bangkok Challenge'
by Michael Major - 2025-11-14 10:18:09
Video: Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele & Nicholas Christopher Talk CHESS, Share Vocal Warmups on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-11 10:41:15
Video: Disney's ALADDIN Cast Performs 'A Whole New World' on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-04 13:27:47
Video: Watch the Music Video for Adam Lambert's 'Heaven On Their Minds' From JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-31 12:58:45
Video: Disney's ALADDIN Cast Performs 'Friend Like Me' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-23 14:17:39
News
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Black Rock Theater will present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Fairfield Theatre Company in Fairfield, CT. The rock opera classic is set for a limited three-performance run.
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” will return to Memphis this summer as part of the national touring production, playing at The Orpheum Theatre. Learn more about the show here!
by Carolan Trbovich - May 21, 2026
Jesus Christ Superstar began as a concept album in 1970 before making its stage debut in 1971. The original 1970 concept album was the brainchild of composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Tim Rice.
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Maurer Productions OnStage and Maurer TheaterWorks announced a co-production of MIDNIGHT AT THE NEW DAWN, an original ensemble comedy written and directed by Perry Award-winning Dan Maurer, with open auditions at Mercer County Community College.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta has announced that Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST will offer special lottery and student rush tickets for the upcoming engagement at the Fox Theatre from May 26 – 31.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will present STEEL MAGNOLIAS by Robert Harling as the first production in its 2026 Golden SummerStage season, with tickets ranging from $25–$70.
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2026
An all new track has been released from Jesus Christ Superstar, featuring singer, songwriter and musician Sam Ryder performing 'Gethsemane.' Stream the track here!
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR announced a 12-week extension at Theatre Royal Drury Lane following its London Palladium run, with Sam Ryder continuing as Jesus. Sam Ryder's recording of 'Gethsemane' will also be released as a single.
by Scott Rawson - May 14, 2026
There were so many magical moments with this show that it is hard to keep track of them all. Teh opening set the stage and With this opening, the show creates a magical bond with the audience, one that would not be broken until long after leaving the theater.
by Joshua Wright - May 13, 2026
The 5th Avenue Theatre has released first look footage of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's iconic rock opera now playing through May 17, 2026 in Seattle.
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
The REV Theatre Company announced the full company for A BRONX TALE, the Broadway musical based on Chazz Palminteri's one-man play, directed by Brett Smock at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Auburn, NY.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026
Yachtley Crew, the seven-piece Yacht Rock band signed to Jimmy Buffett's Mailboat label, will perform at Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on Long Island.
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Casting has been announced for Cleveland's limited return engagement of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Playhouse Square, featuring Cleveland native Robb Sapp, who has played Ed in the Broadway production since 2021.
by Michael Major - May 11, 2026
Hear Justin Matthew Sargent's powerful, showstopping performance of 'Gethsemane' in Jesus Christ Superstar at The Goodspeed. Watch the new video from the Connecticut production now!
by Dan Marois - May 11, 2026
Among the heavy hitters of the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice catalog, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat doesn’t always carry the same somber weight as Phantom of the Opera or Jesus Christ Superstar. That’s likely because Webber originally penned it at the tender age of 20 as a modest 15-minute concert for a boys' private school.
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Disney’s The Lion King has announced that Robb Sapp and Sam Linda, who play the role of Ed on Broadway and tour, respectively, will switch productions. Learn more here!
by Joshua Wright - May 10, 2026
Watch Tony Award nominees Hannah Cruz and Nicholas Cristopher perform an excerpt of The Deal (Part 1) from the Broadway revival of Chess.
by Michael Major - May 8, 2026
Watch a video of Austin Lesch (Judas) and the cast of Jesus Christ Superstar at The Goodspeed perform the showstopping, high energy title number! JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR features music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
The full cast recording of Jamie Lloyd's West End production of EVITA, featuring Rachel Zegler, announced as a triple vinyl and digital album, with a new single 'Rainbow Tour' now available on all digital platforms. Listen here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Tim Rice has written 15 shows including Tycoon (Lyricist), Jesus Christ Superstar (Lyricist), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Bookwriter), Evita (Bookwriter), Blondel (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Chess (Lyricist), Cricket (Lyricist), Beauty and the Beast (Lyricist), Heathcliff (Lyricist), King David (Bookwriter), The Lion King (Lyricist), Aida (Lyricist), The Likes of Us (Lyricist), From Here to Eternity (Lyricist), Aladdin (Lyricist).
Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Aladdin, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aladdin, Special Award (Olivier Awards), Radisson Edwardian Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Lion King, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aida, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Lion King, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Beauty and the Beast , Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Beauty and the Beast, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Evita, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Evita and Best Lyricist (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Evita.
Tim Rice has won several prestigious awards, including the Special Award from the Olivier Awards. He received the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for Aida. He was also honored with the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Lion King. Furthermore, he won the Outstanding Lyrics award at the Drama Desk Awards for Evita. Tim Rice received the Best Musical award again from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Evita and was recognized as the Best Lyricist by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same show.
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