Burt Shevelove
Date of Death: April 08, 1982
Latest News on Burt Shevelove:
Kevin McHale Will Make UK Stage Debut in Sondheim's THE FROGS (Dec 5, 2024)
Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre (Nov 10, 2024)
Videos You Missed This Week: RAGTIME, WICKED, and More (Nov 8, 2024)
Kevin McHale Will Make UK Stage Debut in Sondheim's THE FROGS (Dec 5, 2024)
Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre (Nov 10, 2024)
Videos You Missed This Week: RAGTIME, WICKED, and More (Nov 8, 2024)
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Adaptation
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter/Lyricist
Lyricist
Lyricist
Lyricist
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1972 - Best Direction of a Musical
Burt Shevelove, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Outstanding Book
Burt Shevelove, No, No, Nanette
Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Direction of a Musical
Burt Shevelove, No, No Nanette
Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Direction of a Musical
Burt Shevelove, Hallelujah, Baby!
winner
Tony Awards - 1963 - Best Musical
Burt Shevelove , A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Videos
Exclusive Video: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Nov 5, 2024
Exclusive: 'Comedy Tonight' from Signature Theatre's A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Joshua Wright - Oct 17, 2024
STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 5/8/16- A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2016
STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 5/8/15- A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2015
STAGE TUBE: On This Day 5/8- A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Watch Lost Documentary Footage from SONDHEIM: A MUSICAL TRIBUTE
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 23, 2013
STAGE TUBE: On This Day 5/8- A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2013
STAGE TUBE: On This Day 5/8- A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2012
News
Kevin McHale Will Make UK Stage Debut in Sondheim's THE FROGS
Kevin McHale will make his UK stage debut in Sondheim's The Frogs, coming to Southwark Playhouse Borough next year. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Kevin McHale will make his UK stage debut in Sondheim's The Frogs, coming to Southwark Playhouse Borough next year. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre
Shenanigans and Sondheim are a great combination in Signature Theatre’s production of the beloved musical farce A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Shenanigans and Sondheim are a great combination in Signature Theatre’s production of the beloved musical farce A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Videos You Missed This Week: RAGTIME, WICKED, and More
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! Fall 2024 is here at last, which means that a whole new bunch of Broadway and off-Broadway shows are opening soon. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending November 8, 2024 with videos from Ragtime, Wicked, Suffs, and more!
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! Fall 2024 is here at last, which means that a whole new bunch of Broadway and off-Broadway shows are opening soon. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending November 8, 2024 with videos from Ragtime, Wicked, Suffs, and more!
Exclusive Photos: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre
Get an exclusive first look at photos of Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Check out the photos here!
Get an exclusive first look at photos of Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Check out the photos here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 6, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 6, 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 November 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Exclusive Video: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre
Get an exclusive first look at Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart.
Get an exclusive first look at Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 18, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 18, 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 October 18, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Exclusive: 'Comedy Tonight' from Signature Theatre's A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
Go inside rehearsals for Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Watch the cast perform 'Comedy Tonight' in this exclusive video!
Go inside rehearsals for Signature Theatre's A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Watch the cast perform 'Comedy Tonight' in this exclusive video!
Cast and Creative Team Set for A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Signature Theatre
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the classic musical comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the classic musical comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Bergen County Players to Host Post-Show Talkback with Playwright Joe Gilford
Bergen County Players will host a post-show talkback with playwright Joe Gilford on October 13 at the Little Firehouse Theatre. Learn more about the playwright and see how to attend.
Bergen County Players will host a post-show talkback with playwright Joe Gilford on October 13 at the Little Firehouse Theatre. Learn more about the playwright and see how to attend.
Video: The Bergen County Players Presents A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
Get a first look at Bergen County Players' A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, running through October 19 at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, NJ. Watch the cast perform 'Comedy Tonight.'
Get a first look at Bergen County Players' A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, running through October 19 at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, NJ. Watch the cast perform 'Comedy Tonight.'
NO, NO, NANETTE to be Presented at South Bay Musical Theatre
South Bay Musical Theatre will present NO, NO, NANETTE, running from September 28 to October 19, 2024, at the Saratoga Civic Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.
South Bay Musical Theatre will present NO, NO, NANETTE, running from September 28 to October 19, 2024, at the Saratoga Civic Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM At Bergen County Players
Bergen County Players will take humor back to its roots, combining the time-tested 2,000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville for an all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. See photos from the production!
Bergen County Players will take humor back to its roots, combining the time-tested 2,000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville for an all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. See photos from the production!
Bergen County Players Perform A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
Bergen County Players will take humor back to its roots, combining the time-tested 2,000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville for an all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Bergen County Players will take humor back to its roots, combining the time-tested 2,000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville for an all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Bergen County Players Reveal 2024-25 Season Lineup
The Bergen County Players has announced its 2024/25 season with a lineup of musicals and plays for its 92nd season. BCP will be celebrating 75 continuous years of operation at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, and will kick off its new season in September with the Tony Award-winning comedy, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
The Bergen County Players has announced its 2024/25 season with a lineup of musicals and plays for its 92nd season. BCP will be celebrating 75 continuous years of operation at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, and will kick off its new season in September with the Tony Award-winning comedy, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?
This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
Talk Is Free Theatre Announces 2024/25 Season THEATRE. EVERYWHERE.
Talk Is Free Theatre unveils its 24/25 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and innovative performances.
Talk Is Free Theatre unveils its 24/25 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and innovative performances.
Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Hampton Theatre Company
What did our critic think of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Hampton Theatre Company?
What did our critic think of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Hampton Theatre Company?
IN THE HEIGHTS, SOFT POWER & More Set for Signature Theatre 2024-25 Season
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024-2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024-2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Burt Shevelove been in?
Burt Shevelove has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Burt Shevelove been in?
Burt Shevelove has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Burt Shevelove been nominated for?
Burt Shevelove has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" and "No, No, Nanette." He also received a nomination for Outstanding Book at the Drama Desk Awards for "No, No, Nanette." Additionally, Shevelove was nominated for Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hallelujah, Baby!" and his musical "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" was nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards.
What awards has Burt Shevelove won?
Burt Shevelove has won the Outstanding Book (Drama Desk Awards) for "No, No, Nanette" and the Best Musical (Tony Awards) for "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum".
How many shows has Burt Shevelove written?
Burt Shevelove has written 7 shows including Small Wonder (Lyricist), A Month of Sundays (Bookwriter/Lyricist), A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Bookwriter), Too Much Johnson (Adaptation), The Frogs (Bookwriter), Happy New Year (Bookwriter), Jerome Robbins' Broadway (Bookwriter).
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