Burt Bacharach
Birth Place: Kansas City, MO, USA
Latest News on Burt Bacharach:
Ann Talman Stars In ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE BC/EFA Benefit (Oct 29, 2024)
Review: Erica Garraffa Brings Laura Nyro to Life in SOUL PICNIC: A CELEBRATION OF LAURA NYRO (Oct 27, 2024)
Bees Deluxe Sting Comes to Stitch Bar & Blues In November (Oct 24, 2024)
Ann Talman Stars In ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE BC/EFA Benefit (Oct 29, 2024)
Review: Erica Garraffa Brings Laura Nyro to Life in SOUL PICNIC: A CELEBRATION OF LAURA NYRO (Oct 27, 2024)
Bees Deluxe Sting Comes to Stitch Bar & Blues In November (Oct 24, 2024)
BIO
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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Neil Simon, Burt Bacharach, Sean Hayes, Hal David, Rob Ashford, Tony Goldwyn.taking a bow on the Opening Night Broadway performance Curtain Call for "PROMISES, PROMISES" at the Broadway Theatre, New York City. April 25, 2010.
Date:
08/31/2018
From: Photo Flash: Remembering Legendary Playwright Neil Simon
Kristin Chenoweth, Neil Simon, Burt Bacharach, Sean Hayes, Hal David, Rob Ashford, Tony Goldwyn.taking a bow on the Opening Night Broadway performance Curtain Call for "PROMISES, PROMISES" at the Broadway Theatre, New York City. April 25, 2010.
Date:
08/31/2018
From: Photo Flash: Remembering Legendary Playwright Neil Simon
Dick Latessa, Kristin Chenoweth, Neil Simon, Burt Bacharach, Sean Hayes, Hal David, Rob Ashford, Tony Goldwyn taking a bow on the Opening Night Broadway performance Curtain Call for "PROMISES, PROMISES" at the Broadway Theatre, New York City.
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Date:
08/31/2018
From: Photo Flash: Remembering Legendary Playwright Neil Simon
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1969 - Outstanding Music
Burt Bacharach, Promises, Promises
Videos
Video: World Premiere of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Oct 8, 2024
Video: Matt Doyle & Krystal Joy Brown Sing 'Close to You' from Ogunquit's MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING
by Joshua Wright - Sep 17, 2024
Video: Watch Nova Y. Payton Sing 'I Say A Little Prayer' from THAT'S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR at Signature Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2024
VIDEO: CBS SUNDAY MORNING Celebrates the Life and Career of Burt Bacharach
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2023
BWW Poll: Is 'Turkey Lurkey Time' A Thanksgiving Song or Christmas Song?
by Social Watch - Nov 23, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Ramin Karimloo Sing 'Welcome to My World' from Burt Bacharach and Steven Sater's SOME LOVERS
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 26, 2021
VIDEO: Rufus Wainwright Discusses 'Road Trip Elegies', Wanting to Star in ANNIE, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2021
Broadway Rewind: 'Turkey Lurkey Time'- Thanksgiving Song or Christmas Song?
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Nov 26, 2020
Mark William, Two-Time BWW Cabaret Award Winner and MAC Award Nominee, Returns to The Green Room 42
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2020
Rufus Wainwright to Release Limited Edition EP on Record Store Day
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 27, 2019
BWW Exclusive: 'Turkey Lurkey Time'- Thanksgiving Song or Christmas Song?
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 28, 2019
Oldest Pro Songwriting Team in Pop Music History Releases 'Senior Song Book'
by Abigail Charpentier - Nov 14, 2019
VIDEO: Santino Fontana, Ali Stroker & More Sing PROMISES, PROMISES for Transport Group!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 28, 2018
TV Exclusive: At Home with Charles Busch- Watch a Preview From His New Show at Feinstein's/54 Below!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2017
News
Ann Talman Stars In ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE BC/EFA Benefit
Ann Talman will present a benefit performance at Don't Tell Mama on December 1, featuring stories and songs inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Ann Talman will present a benefit performance at Don't Tell Mama on December 1, featuring stories and songs inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Review: Erica Garraffa Brings Laura Nyro to Life in SOUL PICNIC: A CELEBRATION OF LAURA NYRO
There is no one in pop and rock like Laura Nyro, and Erica Garraffa is spellbinding as the great singer-songwriter.
There is no one in pop and rock like Laura Nyro, and Erica Garraffa is spellbinding as the great singer-songwriter.
Bees Deluxe Sting Comes to Stitch Bar & Blues In November
Bees Deluxe, the British-American acid blues band, returns to Stitch Bar & Blues in NYC on November 2nd.
Bees Deluxe, the British-American acid blues band, returns to Stitch Bar & Blues in NYC on November 2nd.
Singer and Actor Jack Jones Dies at 86
Jack Jones, the renowned American singer and actor best known for his smooth pop vocals and contributions to the Great American Songbook, passed away on October 23, 2024, at the age of 86. Jones's career spanned over six decades, during which he won two Grammy Awards and received a total of five nominations.
Jack Jones, the renowned American singer and actor best known for his smooth pop vocals and contributions to the Great American Songbook, passed away on October 23, 2024, at the age of 86. Jones's career spanned over six decades, during which he won two Grammy Awards and received a total of five nominations.
Spire Center Announces Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light, Mike Dawes, and More
Discover upcoming performances at the Spire Center in Plymouth, featuring Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light, guitarist Mike Dawes, and Krisanthi Pappas with love songs from Bacharach & The Beatles.
Discover upcoming performances at the Spire Center in Plymouth, featuring Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light, guitarist Mike Dawes, and Krisanthi Pappas with love songs from Bacharach & The Beatles.
Burt Bacharach Revue To Return To The Williamson County Performing Arts Center
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center will present the return of WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW: THE MUSIC OF BURT BACHARACH, celebrating the legendary composer's hits with four performances in November. Learn how to purchase tickets!
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center will present the return of WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW: THE MUSIC OF BURT BACHARACH, celebrating the legendary composer's hits with four performances in November. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Bees Deluxe Comes to Daryl's House
Sunday brunch gets the blues when Bees Deluxe, the British-American sensation, comes to the stage at Daryl's House in Pawling NY, New York State's coolest live music venue on Sunday October 20th at noon for a unique acoustic show featuring Carol Band, keyboards, vocals & harmonica, Jeff Lopez acoustic bass and Conrad Warre on vocals & acoustic guitars.
Sunday brunch gets the blues when Bees Deluxe, the British-American sensation, comes to the stage at Daryl's House in Pawling NY, New York State's coolest live music venue on Sunday October 20th at noon for a unique acoustic show featuring Carol Band, keyboards, vocals & harmonica, Jeff Lopez acoustic bass and Conrad Warre on vocals & acoustic guitars.
Video: Take a Look Inside Allyson Briggs' New Album
Explore the behind-the-scenes documentary of Allyson Briggs as she celebrates the release of her new Burt Bacharach album, PROMISES, PRAYERS, AND RAINDROPS, offering an intimate look at her creative process.
Explore the behind-the-scenes documentary of Allyson Briggs as she celebrates the release of her new Burt Bacharach album, PROMISES, PRAYERS, AND RAINDROPS, offering an intimate look at her creative process.
Video: World Premiere of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse
Get a first look at the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, at Ogunquit Playhouse. The musical features a book by Ron Bass & Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach & Hal David.
Get a first look at the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, at Ogunquit Playhouse. The musical features a book by Ron Bass & Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach & Hal David.
See MARILYN MAYE: BY REQUEST & More Next Week at 54 Below
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse
I have reviewed many a show at the Ogunquit Playhouse and they have been consistently great with an occasionally critiqued item or two. As for their current production of the world premiere of My Best Friend's Wedding, the production can only be described as Ogunquit Playhouse at its best.
I have reviewed many a show at the Ogunquit Playhouse and they have been consistently great with an occasionally critiqued item or two. As for their current production of the world premiere of My Best Friend's Wedding, the production can only be described as Ogunquit Playhouse at its best.
Photos: MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse
Performances are now underway for the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, at Ogunquit Playhouse. Check out all new production photos here!
Performances are now underway for the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, at Ogunquit Playhouse. Check out all new production photos here!
See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and More at 54 Below in October
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Allyson Briggs Launches Video Series to Celebrate PROMISES, PRAYERS, AND RAINDROPS
Allyson Briggs is launching a new video series to celebrate her latest album, PROMISES, PRAYERS, AND RAINDROPS, featuring the music of Burt Bacharach. The series showcases her vintage vocal style. Learn more about the series!
Allyson Briggs is launching a new video series to celebrate her latest album, PROMISES, PRAYERS, AND RAINDROPS, featuring the music of Burt Bacharach. The series showcases her vintage vocal style. Learn more about the series!
SPIDER-MAN: ACCROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE LIVE IN CONCERT Begins Tomorrow in Chicago
The highly anticipated sequel: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will run in Chicago with a lottery! It will have a strictly limited engagement of 2 performances at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The highly anticipated sequel: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will run in Chicago with a lottery! It will have a strictly limited engagement of 2 performances at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The College Of Performing Arts At The New School Announces 2024-2025 Performance Season
The College of Performing Arts at The New School announced its 2024-2025 performance season, featuring a range of concerts, recitals, and theatrical productions by students and faculty.
The College of Performing Arts at The New School announced its 2024-2025 performance season, featuring a range of concerts, recitals, and theatrical productions by students and faculty.
Diana Panton to Release 11th Album 'soft winds and roses'
Diana Panton has announced the October 25 release of her eleventh album, soft winds and roses. A departure from Diana Panton’s more recent albums, soft winds and roses features modern classics composed from the 1960s onward, including songs by Lennon and McCartney, Burt Bacharach, Gordon Lightfoot, and more.
Diana Panton has announced the October 25 release of her eleventh album, soft winds and roses. A departure from Diana Panton’s more recent albums, soft winds and roses features modern classics composed from the 1960s onward, including songs by Lennon and McCartney, Burt Bacharach, Gordon Lightfoot, and more.
Video: Matt Doyle & Krystal Joy Brown Sing 'Close to You' from Ogunquit's MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING
Go inside rehearsals for the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, with a book by Ron Bass & Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach & Hal David. Watch Matt Doyle and Krystal Joy Brown sing 'Close to You' in this all-new video.
Go inside rehearsals for the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, with a book by Ron Bass & Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach & Hal David. Watch Matt Doyle and Krystal Joy Brown sing 'Close to You' in this all-new video.
Interview: Anya Turner & Robert Grusecki's New Album SECRET LOVERS Honors Trailblazers
Singer-songwriters Anya Turner and Robert Grusecki are back at it again with new album SECRET LOVERS releasing 9/16. The ASCAP Foundation and Bistro Award-winning off-Broadway composer/lyricist and performer duo wrote songs inspired by their own life experience and artists, musicians and writers who followed their own gut.
Singer-songwriters Anya Turner and Robert Grusecki are back at it again with new album SECRET LOVERS releasing 9/16. The ASCAP Foundation and Bistro Award-winning off-Broadway composer/lyricist and performer duo wrote songs inspired by their own life experience and artists, musicians and writers who followed their own gut.
How Often Do Writers Play in the Orchestra for Their Own Musicals
This time, the reader question was: I know sometimes writers perform in their own shows… but how often do writers play in the orchestra for their own musicals on Broadway?
This time, the reader question was: I know sometimes writers perform in their own shows… but how often do writers play in the orchestra for their own musicals on Broadway?
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?
Burt Bacharach has been nominated for Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Promises, Promises.
What awards has Burt Bacharach won?
Burt Bacharach has won the Outstanding Music award at the Drama Desk Awards for Promises, Promises.
Videos