Arthur Kopit
Birth Place: USA
Latest News on Arthur Kopit:
Ruthie Henshall, Amber Davies, and More Join NINE Concert Led By Ramin Karimloo (Dec 11, 2024)
Interview: Playwright Jenny Lyn Bader and MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY (Oct 21, 2024)
Ramin Karimloo Will Lead NINE THE MUSICAL in Concert at The Lowry (Oct 1, 2024)
Ruthie Henshall, Amber Davies, and More Join NINE Concert Led By Ramin Karimloo (Dec 11, 2024)
Interview: Playwright Jenny Lyn Bader and MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY (Oct 21, 2024)
Ramin Karimloo Will Lead NINE THE MUSICAL in Concert at The Lowry (Oct 1, 2024)
BIO
Kopit was an American playwright. He was a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist (Indians and Wings) and a three-time Tony Award nominee: Best Play, Indians (1970); Best Play, Wings (1979); and Best Book of a Musical, for Nine (1982). He won the Vernon Rice Award (now known as the Drama Desk Award) in 1962 for Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mamma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feelin' So Sad and was nominated for another Drama Desk Award in 1979 for Wings.
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Book of a Musical
Arthur Kopit, Nine
Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding New Play
Arthur Kopit, Wings
Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Play
Arthur Kopit, Wings
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1970 - Best American Play
Arthur Kopit, Indians
Tony Awards - 1970 - Best Play
Arthur Kopit, Indians
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1962 - Best Playwright
Arthur Kopit, Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mamma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feelin' So Sad
Videos
Video: Steven Pasquale, Lesli Margherita, and More in NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - Aug 8, 2024
Video: Hear From Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley & More From the Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Jul 29, 2024
Exclusive Video: Get A First Look At Yeston/Kopit's PHANTOM Starring K-Pop Sensation Kyuhyun
by Alan Henry - Apr 26, 2022
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Yeston/Kopit's PHANTOM Starring K-Pop Sensation Kyuhyun
by Alan Henry - Apr 20, 2022
VIDEO: On This Day, April 10- Ti Voglio Bene! Antonio Banderas Leads A Revival of NINE to Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2017
STAGE TUBE: First Look at La Jolla Playhouse's A DRAM OF DRUMMHICIT!
by Kelsey Denette - May 23, 2011
STAGE TUBE: Marion Cottilard Toasts Golden Globe Nomination on 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon'
by BroadwayWorld TV - Dec 16, 2009
STAGE TUBE: Judi Dench Talks NINE with TODAY's Kathie Lee and Hoda
by BroadwayWorld TV - Dec 16, 2009
News
Ruthie Henshall, Amber Davies, and More Join NINE Concert Led By Ramin Karimloo
Further casting has been announced for Hope Mill Theatre’s new concert version of Nine the Musical, starring Broadway and West End star Ramin Karimloo, at Lowry, Salford next year.
Further casting has been announced for Hope Mill Theatre’s new concert version of Nine the Musical, starring Broadway and West End star Ramin Karimloo, at Lowry, Salford next year.
Interview: Playwright Jenny Lyn Bader and MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY
Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Jenny Lyn Bader about her career and the 'Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library' at 59E59 Theaters.
Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview Jenny Lyn Bader about her career and the 'Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library' at 59E59 Theaters.
Ramin Karimloo Will Lead NINE THE MUSICAL in Concert at The Lowry
Hope Mill Theatre will present a new concert version of Nine the Musical, starring Broadway and West End star Ramin Karimloo, at The Lowry, Salford next year.
Hope Mill Theatre will present a new concert version of Nine the Musical, starring Broadway and West End star Ramin Karimloo, at The Lowry, Salford next year.
A Brief History of Movie Stars in Their Broadway Debuts
This time, the reader question was: What is the history of established movie stars making their Broadway debuts?
This time, the reader question was: What is the history of established movie stars making their Broadway debuts?
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 9, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Steven Pasquale, Lesli Margherita, and More in NINE at the Kennedy Center
See all new video of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts production of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit’s Tony Award®–winning musical Nine, directed and choreographed Andy Blankenbuehler. Watch the company perform 'My Husband Makes Movies,' 'Be Italian,' and more.
See all new video of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts production of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit’s Tony Award®–winning musical Nine, directed and choreographed Andy Blankenbuehler. Watch the company perform 'My Husband Makes Movies,' 'Be Italian,' and more.
Review: NINE at Kennedy Center
It’s been 40 years since the national tour of the 1982 Arthur Kopit/Maury Yeston Tony Award winning Broadway musical Nine played at the Kennedy Center. It is currently the latest entry into the Broadway Center Stage series and boasts an all-star cast, a large orchestra and an “interesting” concept by director/choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler.
It’s been 40 years since the national tour of the 1982 Arthur Kopit/Maury Yeston Tony Award winning Broadway musical Nine played at the Kennedy Center. It is currently the latest entry into the Broadway Center Stage series and boasts an all-star cast, a large orchestra and an “interesting” concept by director/choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler.
Review Roundup: NINE Opens at the Kennedy Center
See what the critics are saying about Nine at the Kennedy Center. Read the reviews and learn more about the production.
See what the critics are saying about Nine at the Kennedy Center. Read the reviews and learn more about the production.
Photos: Steven Pasquale and More in NINE at The Kennedy Center
Check out production photos from Nine at The Kennedy Center, starring Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley, Carolee Carmello, and more here!
Check out production photos from Nine at The Kennedy Center, starring Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley, Carolee Carmello, and more here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 30, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Hear From Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley & More From the Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center
Hear from Steven Pasquale and more from the cast of Nine at the Kennedy Center in this new video from BroadwayWorld! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Hear from Steven Pasquale and more from the cast of Nine at the Kennedy Center in this new video from BroadwayWorld! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 25, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 25, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 25, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center Meets the Press
See photos of the cast of Nine at the Kennedy Center meeting the press! See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
See photos of the cast of Nine at the Kennedy Center meeting the press! See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 16, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Full Cast Set For NINE at the Kennedy Center, Starring Steven Pasquale
The complete cast and creative team have been announced for the production of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit’s musical Nine at the Kennedy Center! Learn more about who is joining the company, led by Steven Pasquale.
The complete cast and creative team have been announced for the production of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit’s musical Nine at the Kennedy Center! Learn more about who is joining the company, led by Steven Pasquale.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 23, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Steven Pasquale, Carolee Carmello, Lesli Margherita & Elizabeth Stanley Will Lead NINE at the Kennedy Center
Andy Blankenbuehler will direct and choreograph the upcoming Broadway Center Stage production of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit’s musical Nine at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about the show and find out who is starring in the cast here!
Andy Blankenbuehler will direct and choreograph the upcoming Broadway Center Stage production of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit’s musical Nine at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about the show and find out who is starring in the cast here!
AZ Broadway Theatre Adds BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL To 20th Season
Celebrate the 20th anniversary season of AZ Broadway Theatre with the announcement of their 7th show.
Celebrate the 20th anniversary season of AZ Broadway Theatre with the announcement of their 7th show.
NINE Comes to Chatham Playhouse in May
The Chatham Community Players will conclude its 102nd Season with the critically acclaimed and modern musical classic, “NINE” with music & lyrics by Maury Yeston and book by Arthur Kopit from May 3 – 18, 2024 at The Chatham Playhouse.
The Chatham Community Players will conclude its 102nd Season with the critically acclaimed and modern musical classic, “NINE” with music & lyrics by Maury Yeston and book by Arthur Kopit from May 3 – 18, 2024 at The Chatham Playhouse.
Are There Many Musicals About the Same Subject?
This time, the reader question was: With The Great Gatsby musicals happening now, are there other examples of musicals about the same subject?
This time, the reader question was: With The Great Gatsby musicals happening now, are there other examples of musicals about the same subject?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Arthur Kopit written?
Arthur Kopit has written 13 shows including Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mamma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feelin' So Sad (Playwright), Asylum (Playwright), The Day the Whores Came Out to Play Tennis/ Sing to Me Through Open Windows (Playwright), Indians (Playwright), Wings (Playwright), Wings (Playwright), Nine (Bookwriter), End of the World (Playwright), High Society (Bookwriter), Road to Nirvana (Playwright), Wings (Source Material), Phantom (Bookwriter), Y2K (Playwright).
What awards has Arthur Kopit been nominated for?
Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nine, Outstanding New Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Wings, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Wings, Best American Play (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Indians, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Indians and Best Playwright (Drama Desk Awards) for Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mamma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feelin' So Sad.
What awards has Arthur Kopit won?
Arthur Kopit has won the Best Playwright award at the Drama Desk Awards for Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mamma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feelin' So Sad. Additionally, he has been nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play for his work on Wings and received nominations for the Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Play for End of the World and for Outstanding New Musical for a musical adaptation of Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mamma's Hung You in the Closet and I'm Feelin' So Sad. Kopit also received a nomination for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for his play Indians.
Videos