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Burt Freeman Bacharach was an American composer, songwriter, record producer, and pianist who is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures of 20th-century popular music. He composed hundreds of pop songs from the late 1950s, many in collaboration with lyricist Hal David.

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The Boy From OzThe Boy From Oz
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Composer
Marlene Dietrich
 
[Broadway, 1968]
Music Arranger
Marlene Dietrich
 
[Broadway, 1967]
Conductor
Music Arranger

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winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1969 - Outstanding Music

Burt Bacharach, Promises, Promises

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Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass To Perform Live At The Tobin Center Photo
Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass To Perform Live At The Tobin Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2025

Legendary trumpeter, composer, and A&M Records co-founder Herb Alpert is bringing his iconic sound back to the stage for an evening with his brand-new Tijuana Brass at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts.
Review: Legendary Dionne Warwick Returns to her Hits at Westbury Music Fair Photo
Review: Legendary Dionne Warwick Returns to her Hits at Westbury Music Fair
by Rob Lester - Mar 17, 2025

Dionne Warwick reigned at New York's Westbury Music Fair. Fans shouted that they loved her, and she returned the love with her love songs and smiles. The show was a love-fest of nostalgia with good songs, fans and family
Madison Lyric Stage to Present WE’VE ONLY JUST BEGUN: THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERS Photo
Madison Lyric Stage to Present WE’VE ONLY JUST BEGUN: THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERS
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 17, 2025

Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company on the Connecticut shoreline, will present We’ve Only Just Begun: The Music of The Carpenters on Saturday, April 5 at 4:00 pm at Madison’s Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society. 
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Stephen Schwartz To Receive The Songwriters Hall Of Fame Prestigious Johnny Mercer Award
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2025

Stephen Schwartz will be the 2025 recipient of the esteemed Johnny Mercer Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala slated for Thursday, June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.
Stephen Schwartz to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Photo
Stephen Schwartz to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

Stephen Schwartz will be the 2025 recipient of the esteemed Johnny Mercer Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala slated for Thursday, June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.
Bees Deluxe Brings Acid Blues to The Cutting Room Photo
Bees Deluxe Brings Acid Blues to The Cutting Room
by Emmy Rice - Mar 8, 2025

This unforgettable night of acid blues will feature the band's unique blend of jazz, funk, and psychedelia, as they push the boundaries of traditional blues into uncharted territories.
Review: Dorian Harewood & Co. Rock 54 Below With SONGS FROM THE BRILL BUILDING Photo
Review: Dorian Harewood & Co. Rock 54 Below With SONGS FROM THE BRILL BUILDING
by Rob Lester - Mar 7, 2025

Dorian Harewood and company revisit the '50s and '60s pop songs born in the legendary Brill Building in NYC. It was a radiant, rollicking night that also helped raise money for those affected by the L.A.-area fires.
Kati Neiheisel Will Perform an Encore of YESTERDAY...ONCE MORE on Karen Carpenter's 7 Photo
Kati Neiheisel Will Perform an Encore of YESTERDAY...ONCE MORE on Karen Carpenter's 75th Birthday
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

Kati Neiheisel will bring her love of the Carpenters to Don't Tell Mama with an encore performance of her show Yesterday...Once More, Sunday, March 2, 2025, the 75th anniversary of the birth of Karen Carpenter.
Joanne Halev Brings LIKE A PERFUMED WOMAN to Bucks County Playhouse Photo
Joanne Halev Brings LIKE A PERFUMED WOMAN to Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

Singer and storyteller Joanne Halev knows her way around the complex word of flavors and fragrances — and she will tell tales from the world of international fragrance creation in her cabaret, 'A Perfumed Woman.'
The New School’s College of Performing Arts Welcomes Bassoonist Adrian Morejon to W Photo
The New School’s College of Performing Arts Welcomes Bassoonist Adrian Morejon to Wind Faculty
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

The New School’s College of Performing Arts – Mannes, Jazz, Drama, has announced the appointment of acclaimed bassoonist and prolific performer Adrian Morejon to the faculty of the esteemed performing arts school.
Patchogue Theatre Announces WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW: THE BURT BACHARACH SONGBOOK IN Photo
Patchogue Theatre Announces WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW: THE BURT BACHARACH SONGBOOK IN CONCERT
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced What The World Needs Now: The Burt Bacharach Songbook In Concert appearing on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 7:00PM.
92NY Harkness Dance Center to Present David Dorfman Dance: DOWNTOWN TO UPTOWN. PAST T Photo
92NY Harkness Dance Center to Present David Dorfman Dance: DOWNTOWN TO UPTOWN. PAST TO FORWARD.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025

The 92nd Street Y, New York's 2024/25 Harkness Dance Center season will continue with a new program from David Dorfman Dance - Downtown to Uptown. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Bees Deluxe to Play Daryl's House This Month Photo
Bees Deluxe to Play Daryl's House This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 5, 2025

Sunday brunch will get the blues when Bees Deluxe, the British-American sensation, comes to the stage at Daryl's House in Pawling NY. Learn more about the performance here!
David Dorfman Dance to Perform DOWNTOWN TO UPTOWN at 92NY Photo
David Dorfman Dance to Perform DOWNTOWN TO UPTOWN at 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2024

The 92nd Street Y, New York’s 2024/25 Harkness Dance Center season will continue with a new program from David Dorfman Dance – Downtown to Uptown. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Rumer to Embark on UK Tour Celebrating 15th Anniversary of Debut Album Photo
Rumer to Embark on UK Tour Celebrating 15th Anniversary of Debut Album
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2024

Rumer, one of the UK’s most beloved and soulful voices, has announced a national tour celebrating the 15th anniversary of her groundbreaking debut album Seasons of My Soul.
Review: SAMUEL VINCENT AUBUCHAN & FRIENDS Sing Burt Bacharach with Joy at Green Room Photo
Review: SAMUEL VINCENT AUBUCHAN & FRIENDS Sing Burt Bacharach with Joy at Green Room 42
by Rob Lester - Dec 4, 2024

Samuel Vincent Aubuchon and friends sing songs from yesteryear with energy and fondness. The Burt Bacharach tunes in this 12/3 show bring nostalgia and smiles.
Joss Stone to Perform With Pacific Symphony Pops This Holiday Season Photo
Joss Stone to Perform With Pacific Symphony Pops This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

Pacific Symphony and GRAMMY Award-winning artist Joss Stone will present 'Merry Christmas, Love,' a special holiday performance showcasing Stone's soulful voice and songwriting talents. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Pompano Beach Jazz Fest to Showcase Grammy Winners And Rising Stars Photo
Pompano Beach Jazz Fest to Showcase Grammy Winners And Rising Stars
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024

Mark your calendars, music lovers! Pompano Beach Arts' Jazz Fest Pompano Beach will return to the City's beautiful shore in January. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
The New School's College Of Performing Arts Welcomes Andy Akiho, Alison Deane, Jack S Photo
The New School's College Of Performing Arts Welcomes Andy Akiho, Alison Deane, Jack Schatz And Jeffrey Zeigler To Faculty
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024

The New School's College of Performing Arts – Mannes, Jazz, Drama, has announced the appointment of Andy Akiho, Alison Deane, Jack Schatz, and Jeffrey Zeigler to the distinguished faculty of the celebrated performing arts school.
THE COLOR PURPLE Songwriter Brenda Russell Releases New Single Photo
THE COLOR PURPLE Songwriter Brenda Russell Releases New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

With the release of her latest single, the soulful and sensual romance “You Know What It’s Like,” Brenda Russell makes a triumphant return to the refined classic blend of adult contemporary R&B and urban jazz. Listen to the new single from The Color Purple songwriter now.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Burt Bacharach written?

Burt Bacharach has written 4 shows including Promises, Promises (Composer), The Boy From Oz (Composer), The Look of Love (Composer), What's It All About? Bacharach Reimagined (Composer).

What awards has Burt Bacharach been nominated for?

and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Promises, Promises.

What awards has Burt Bacharach won?

Burt Bacharach has won numerous awards, including the Outstanding Music award at the Drama Desk Awards for Promises, Promises.

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