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The Marriage of FigaroThe Marriage of Figaro
 
[West End, 2025]
Translator
Cosi fan tutteCosi fan tutte
 
[West End, 2022]
Translator
The Wizard of OzThe Wizard of Oz
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Director and Adaptor
The Wizard of OzThe Wizard of Oz
 
[West End, 2011]
Director
13, A New Musical13, A New Musical
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Director
The Sound of MusicThe Sound of Music
 
[West End, 2006]
Director
The Threepenny Opera
 
[Los Angeles, 2005]
Lyrics
Noises Off
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Director
Passion
 
[West End, 1996]
Director
Arcadia
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Composer
The Threepenny Opera
 
[West End, 1994]
Lyrics
Assassins
 
[West End, 1992]
Musical Director
Some Americans Abroad
 
[Broadway, 1990]
Composer
Sunday in the Park with George
 
[West End, 1990]
Musical Director
Some Americans Abroad
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Composer

Writing

Amour
Librettist
Ghetto
Lyricist

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Book of a Musical

Jeremy Sams, Amour

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Jeremy Sams, Amour


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Jeremy Sams, Amour


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Lyrics

Jeremy Sams, Amour

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Jeremy Sams, Noises Off

Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Director

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Review: THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO, London Coliseum Photo
Review: THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO, London Coliseum
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 6, 2025

Joe Hill-Gibbins’s new production of The Marriage of Figaro for English National Opera opened back in March 2020 for a single performance before Covid struck. Thankfully, nearly five years on it has been given a second life at the London Coliseum and it is a riotous delight from start to finish.
Full Cast Set For London Première of FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN at Park Theatre Photo
Full Cast Set For London Première of FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN at Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

The cast has been announced for the London première of Jean-Philippe Daguerre's Farewell Mister Haffmann adapted by Jeremy Sams. Learn more about the show here!
THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO Comes to English National Opera Next Month Photo
THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO Comes to English National Opera Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025

This February, English National Opera will present the first revival of Joe Hill-Gibbins’ production of Mozart’s comic opera, The Marriage of Figaro.
The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks Add Additional Dates in the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY Photo
The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks Add Additional Dates in the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

Further dates have been set for The Vivienne and Charlie Brooks as The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR Photo
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR
by Jerri Shafer - Nov 21, 2024

Based on one of Roald Dahl's most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this 'masterpeach' of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. 
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Now on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Opens At Gallery Theater Photo
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Opens At Gallery Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024

Gallery Theater of McMinnville, Oregon has announced the opening of its final 2024 season show, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, on Friday, November 22, 2024.
Ore Oduba to Join CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour Photo
Ore Oduba to Join CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2024

Ore Oduba will play the role of Caractacus Potts in the new production of the most fantasmagorical musical of all time CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN Will Transfer From Theatre Royal Bath to the Park Theatre Photo
FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN Will Transfer From Theatre Royal Bath to the Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024

Jean-Philippe Daguerre's Farewell Mister Haffmann, adapted by Jeremy Sams and originally directed by Lindsay Posner, will transfer to the Park Theatre.
Danny Burstein Will Join Audra McDonald in GYPSY Photo
Danny Burstein Will Join Audra McDonald in GYPSY
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 19, 2024

Tony Award Winner Danny Burstein will star as “Herbie” opposite six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald “Rose” in GYPSY. We have all of the details here!
The Vivienne Joins the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Photo
The Vivienne Joins the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

The Vivienne will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, currently touring the UK.
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Comes to Milton Keynes in July Photo
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Comes to Milton Keynes in July
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024

In Chitty Chitty Bang Bang we meet absent-minded inventor Caractacus Potts who restores a broken-down old racing car with the help of his children Jemima and Jeremy. Soon the family discover the car has magical powers, and along with the delectable Truly Scrumptious, the family end up on a hilarious fantastical adventure to far-off lands. 
Charlie Brooks Joins the Cast of the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Photo
Charlie Brooks Joins the Cast of the UK Tour of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024

Charlie Brooks will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. The tour opens at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.
Further Casting Set For UK Tour Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Photo
Further Casting Set For UK Tour Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2024

Elaine C. Smith will play the role of The Childcatcher in the new production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG opening at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton on Tuesday 30 April 2024 where it plays until 12 May 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.
Emmerdale Star Liam Fox To Join Adam Garcia In The Cast Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Photo
Emmerdale Star Liam Fox To Join Adam Garcia In The Cast Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024

Emmerdale star Liam Fox joins Adam Garcia in the cast of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG. Further casting announced, including Liam Fox as 'Grandpa Potts'.
StoryBook Theatre Flies Families Into The Holiday Season With Their Imaginative Prese Photo
StoryBook Theatre Flies Families Into The Holiday Season With Their Imaginative Presentation Of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2023

StoryBook Theatre (SBT) invites audiences to share in their holiday presentation of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, onstage from November 24th - December 30th, 2023, as part of their 47th Season to be Extraordinary.
Adam Garcia Will Star as Caractacus Potts in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour Photo
Adam Garcia Will Star as Caractacus Potts in CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2023

Olivier-nominee Adam Garcia will star as Caractacus Potts in a new production of the most fantasmagorical musical of all time, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, opening at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton from Tuesday 30 April 2024, before embarking on a UK tour.
Reimagining of THE THREEPENNY OPERA Comes to The Cockpit This Month Photo
Reimagining of THE THREEPENNY OPERA Comes to The Cockpit This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

OVO, the award-winning theatre production company, presents a riotous and rough reimagining of Bertolt Brecht’s zany musical The ThreePenny Opera at The Cockpit this September. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
THE THREEPENNY OPERA Comes to the Cockpit Photo
THE THREEPENNY OPERA Comes to the Cockpit
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2023

OVO, the award winning St Albans-based production company, and The Cockpit, London’s theatre of ideas and disruptive panache, present an inventive new production of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill’s seminal musical The Threepenny Opera.  
Review: FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN, Theatre Royal Bath Photo
Review: FAREWELL MISTER HAFFMANN, Theatre Royal Bath
by Cheryl Markosky - Sep 3, 2023

The English language premiere of Farewell Mister Haffman at Theatre Royal Bath’s intimate Ustinov studio is the most gripping, funny and startling play you’re likely to see this year.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Jeremy Sams written?

Jeremy Sams has written 3 shows including Ghetto (Lyricist), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (Bookwriter), Amour (Librettist).

What awards has Jeremy Sams been nominated for?

Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Amour, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Amour, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Amour, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Amour, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Noises Off and Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Spend Spend Spend.

What awards has Jeremy Sams won?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Amour and Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Amour.

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