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Clark Gesner

Date of Death: July 23, 2002

Birth Place: August, ME, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1998
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Performer

Writing

Composer/Lyricist
Composer/Lyricist
Sketches/Composer/Lyricist
Composer/Lyricist
Bookwriter
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Lyricist
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YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN to be Presented at Chatham Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2025

The Chatham Community is inviting you to “relive your childhood” with the family-friendly musical, “You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown”, based on The Comic Strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz, Book, Music, and Lyrics by Clark Gesner. Learn more!
YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN Comes to Valley Youth Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

Valley Youth Theatre invites audiences of all ages to join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang with the musical You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown. Learn more here!
Inside Broadway To Receive $25,000 Award From The National Endowment For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Inside Broadway has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $25,000.
Playwright and Director Nagle Jackson Has Passed Away at 88
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 16, 2024

Nagle Jackson, internationally renowned theater director and playwright, has passed away in Rhinebeck, New York, at the age of 88. A celebration of Nagle’s life will be held in April 2025 in NYC.
YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN Announced At Secret Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024

Secret Theatre will present You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown for four performances only from November 21, 22, 23 and 24.
Julia Murney Will Direct YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at Sharon Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

Julia Murney will direct a new production of You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown at Sharon Playhouse in Sharon, CT.  Performances will run September 20 - September 29 in the Olsen Theater.
Charles Busch, Joanna Gleason, Richard Kind, And More Will Lead THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024

The Sharon Playhouse has announced a special event staged reading of The Tale of the Allergist's Wife to benefit the Playhouse.
Jen Cody, Susan Cella, and More Set for STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Sharon Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 17, 2024

The Sharon Playhouse, the historic arts and entertainment venue nestled in the picturesque Northwest Corner of Connecticut, has announced their highly anticipated production of Steel Magnolias.
Review: BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS WITH GLENN ROSENBLUM Part 2 at CVRep
by Gilmore Rizzo - Jul 22, 2024

The anticipation is high as the audience fills up to near capacity while the Palm Springs weather outside hits double-digits and record-breaking temperatures. CVRep is a great way to get away from the heat and enjoy a cool evening of entertainment.
THE PROM Starring Kate Baldwin & More to Begin Performances at Sharon Playhouse This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024

The Sharon Playhouse is set to present The Prom. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN at Windgate Center For The Fine And Performing Arts
by Theresa Bertram - Jun 29, 2024

What did our critic think of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN at Windgate Center For The Fine And Performing Arts?
A Big Hand For YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN At DoodleHATCH in Columbia
by Cybele Pomeroy - Jun 20, 2024

DoodleHATCH, Columbia's interactive visual art museum hosts diversity inclusive Stand Up For ….Theatre company in an ongoing residency to also foster dramatic arts. YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, the 1967 version, is sweet, funny and simultaneously nostalgic and contemporary, a delight for every family. Sunday's matinee is sensory sensitive.
YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN Comes to New Village Arts This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024

New Village Arts will present YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN, performed through our esteemed Mainstage Players program.
Review: Think Tank Theatre's YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at freeFall
by Peter Nason - Jun 8, 2024

Happiness, sheer happiness!
Kate Baldwin in THE PROM, Julia Murney Directed CHARLIE BROWN & More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2024/25 Season
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2024

The Sharon Playhouse, the historic arts and entertainment venue in the Northwest Corner of Connecticut has announced casting for the 2024 season. 
YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN to Open at freeFall Theatre in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024

Experience the beloved characters of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN in a delightful production opening in June at Freefall Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Feature: YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN OPENS JUNE 7TH at ThinkTankTYA/freeFall Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - May 28, 2024

ThinkTank Theatre and freeFall Theatre are teaming up to present You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown Friday, June 7 through Sunday, June 16, 2024, with a preview performance on Thursday, June 6.
ThinkTank Theatre And FreeFall Theatre Present YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2024

Join ThinkTank Theatre and freeFall Theatre for a performance of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN.
YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN Comes to Roxy Regional Theatre in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024

You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown is opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Thursday, March 14, at 7:00pm.
Review: Celebrating the Peanuts with YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at Brookfield Theatre For The Arts
by Jared Reynolds - Feb 20, 2024

Nostalgia is a powerful tool. It can bring back memories that you had long forgotten, and it can make you smile with fondness. Everyone experiences nostalgia differently, but at its core, its job is to make us feel. The cast and crew come together to bring the joy of the Peanuts to life at Brookfield Theatre with You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Clark Gesner written?

Clark Gesner has written 5 shows including Animal Fair (Composer/Lyricist), You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Bookwriter), The Utter Glory of Morrissey Hall (Composer/Lyricist), The Jello is Always Red (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist), The Jello is Always Red (Playwright).

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