Joriah Kwamé
Latest News on Joriah Kwamé:
Taylor Louderman's Write Out Loud Contest Accepting Song Entries Through Next Week (Feb 21, 2025)
Lucille Lortel Theatre Reveals 2025 Round Of 121 Project Supported Musicals (Feb 7, 2025)
Stream WRITE OUT LOUD Album With Betsy Wolfe, Taylor Louderman, Ana Villafañe, Shakina Nayfack (Jan 10, 2025)
Taylor Louderman's Write Out Loud Contest Accepting Song Entries Through Next Week (Feb 21, 2025)
Lucille Lortel Theatre Reveals 2025 Round Of 121 Project Supported Musicals (Feb 7, 2025)
Stream WRITE OUT LOUD Album With Betsy Wolfe, Taylor Louderman, Ana Villafañe, Shakina Nayfack (Jan 10, 2025)
BIO
Joriah Kwamé is a playwright/composer/lyricist based in NYC. In 2019, his career was launched when he won Tony Nominee Taylor Louderman's WRITE OUT LOUD competition, for, "Little Miss Perfect”, which since has grossed over 15 million views online. He is a recipient of the 2020 ASCAP Foundation Cole Porter Award and was one of six ASCAP writers featured in the ASCAP Songwriters: Next Generation showcase. He participated in the 2020 Johnny Mercer Songwriting Project. He has written pieces for The New York Film Academy, Prospect Theater Company, San Fransico Gay Men's Chorus, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, and 54 Below. Alongside Pasek and Paul, he wrote a song for Shawn Mendes in the upcoming Sony Picture Film, LYLE LYLE CROCODILE. He is a 2021 Jonathan Larson finalist.
News
Taylor Louderman's Write Out Loud Contest Accepting Song Entries Through Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025
One week remains for writers to enter songs in the annual Write Out Loud Contest, led by the Write Out Loud team – Taylor Louderman, Benjamin Rauhala, Hannah Kloepfer, Josh Collopy, Sarah Glugatch, and Macy Schmidt. Learn how to enter!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025
One week remains for writers to enter songs in the annual Write Out Loud Contest, led by the Write Out Loud team – Taylor Louderman, Benjamin Rauhala, Hannah Kloepfer, Josh Collopy, Sarah Glugatch, and Macy Schmidt. Learn how to enter!
Lucille Lortel Theatre Reveals 2025 Round Of 121 Project Supported Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025
The Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed that four new musicals will receive support through the 121 Project, the Lortel's tailored development program for new musical works. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025
The Lucille Lortel Theatre has revealed that four new musicals will receive support through the 121 Project, the Lortel's tailored development program for new musical works. Learn more!
Stream WRITE OUT LOUD Album With
Betsy Wolfe, Taylor Louderman, Ana Villafañe, Shakina Nayfack
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025
WRITE OUT LOUD has announced the release of its sixth studio EP, streaming everywhere now! In tandem with the album, Write Out Loud is releasing behind the scenes music videos of the four winning songs.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025
WRITE OUT LOUD has announced the release of its sixth studio EP, streaming everywhere now! In tandem with the album, Write Out Loud is releasing behind the scenes music videos of the four winning songs.
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin' Musical Comédy Sets World Premiere At Caveat NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin' Musical Comédy' will stage its first live performances at CAVEAT NYC, the acclaimed Lower East Side comedy venue that 'champions nerdy, funny art - and sells cheap drinks.' Learn how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin' Musical Comédy' will stage its first live performances at CAVEAT NYC, the acclaimed Lower East Side comedy venue that 'champions nerdy, funny art - and sells cheap drinks.' Learn how to attend.
World Premiere of Pasek and Paul's LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE is Coming to Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse will present the world premiere musical adaptation from EGOT-winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse will present the world premiere musical adaptation from EGOT-winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Kate Baldwin, Julie Benko, and More Join National Alliance for Musical Theatre's FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 36thAnnual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 36thAnnual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages
SENIOR CLASS Replaces LITTLE MISS PERFECT in Olney Theatre 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024
Olney Theatre Center has revealed two changes to its 2024-2025 season lineup, adding the world premiere of the new musical Senior Class, and postponing Little Miss Perfect. Learn more about the upcoming seasons!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024
Olney Theatre Center has revealed two changes to its 2024-2025 season lineup, adding the world premiere of the new musical Senior Class, and postponing Little Miss Perfect. Learn more about the upcoming seasons!
BALLS Musical Gears Up for 2025 World Premiere
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 9, 2024
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy” gears up for a 2025 world premiere, with a crowdfund launch this September. Turn your hat sideways and make your pets fight with this hilarious, one-of-a-kind extravaganza, overflowing with 8-bit bops, improvised battles and original Collectabuddies.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 9, 2024
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy” gears up for a 2025 world premiere, with a crowdfund launch this September. Turn your hat sideways and make your pets fight with this hilarious, one-of-a-kind extravaganza, overflowing with 8-bit bops, improvised battles and original Collectabuddies.
See Santino Fontana, WRITE OUT LOUD & More Next Week At 54
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024
54 Below announced next week's lineup featuring performances by Broadway stars, including a tribute to Stephen Sondheim and a night with Tony Award winner Alice Ripley.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024
54 Below announced next week's lineup featuring performances by Broadway stars, including a tribute to Stephen Sondheim and a night with Tony Award winner Alice Ripley.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL National Tour Reunion & More at 54 Below Next Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2024
54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2024
54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Stars From HAMILTON, WICKED And More Join For WRITE OUT LOUD, Volume 6 At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2024
54 BELOW will present Write Out Loud: From Contest to Concert Volume 6 on September 9th at 7pm.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2024
54 BELOW will present Write Out Loud: From Contest to Concert Volume 6 on September 9th at 7pm.
National Alliance For Musical Theatre Announces Grant Recipients For 2023/2024
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
The cast for the upcoming production of THE LION KING at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco has been announced, featuring a mix of new and returning performers.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
The cast for the upcoming production of THE LION KING at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco has been announced, featuring a mix of new and returning performers.
Four Theatres Co-Commission Lauren Gunderson LITTLE WOMEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024
Lauren Gunderson's adaptation of LITTLE WOMEN has been co-commissioned by four theatres, bringing a fresh take on the classic novel to the stage. Learn more about the productions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024
Lauren Gunderson's adaptation of LITTLE WOMEN has been co-commissioned by four theatres, bringing a fresh take on the classic novel to the stage. Learn more about the productions.
Winners And Finalists Announced for WRITE OUT LOUD 2024 Songwriting Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2024
Winners of the Write Out Loud contest, created by Taylor Louderman and Benjamin Rauhala, have been announced. The competition celebrates emerging musical theater talent.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2024
Winners of the Write Out Loud contest, created by Taylor Louderman and Benjamin Rauhala, have been announced. The competition celebrates emerging musical theater talent.
TROLLS, JR to be Presented at the JCC Metrowest in West Orange
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
Experience the world premiere of TROLLS, JR, a musical adventure featuring local talent at , NJ. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024
Experience the world premiere of TROLLS, JR, a musical adventure featuring local talent at , NJ. Learn how to purchase tickets!
LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere & More Set for Olney Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2024
Olney Theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2024
Olney Theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
City Theatre Announces 50th Anniversary Season!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2024
Discover the exciting new plays in the 2024-2025 season at City Theatre, including the 50th anniversary celebration.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2024
Discover the exciting new plays in the 2024-2025 season at City Theatre, including the 50th anniversary celebration.
New York Theatre Barn's A Day at the Stand to Feature New Musical A HANUKKAH CAROL and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023
New York Theatre Barn will host A Day at the Stand on Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at the Tree Riders NYC Christmas tree stand in New York City’s East Village.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023
New York Theatre Barn will host A Day at the Stand on Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at the Tree Riders NYC Christmas tree stand in New York City’s East Village.
Sirius XM's Julie James to Host New York Theatre Barn's Gala At Museum Of Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2023
Join Sirius XM’s Julie James as she hosts New York Theatre Barn’s Gala at the Museum of Broadway. Celebrate their 16th anniversary with museum tours and an awards reception on November 13th, 2023.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2023
Join Sirius XM’s Julie James as she hosts New York Theatre Barn’s Gala at the Museum of Broadway. Celebrate their 16th anniversary with museum tours and an awards reception on November 13th, 2023.
Casey Cott, Jessica Vosk, and Krystina Alabado Join WRITE OUT LOUD EP
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2023
WRITE OUT LOUD - a nonprofit organization founded by Taylor Louderman (Tony nominee, Mean Girls) that amplifies the work of emerging musical theater writers - will release its fifth studio EP, streaming on November 10th, 2023 and available for pre-save today!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2023
WRITE OUT LOUD - a nonprofit organization founded by Taylor Louderman (Tony nominee, Mean Girls) that amplifies the work of emerging musical theater writers - will release its fifth studio EP, streaming on November 10th, 2023 and available for pre-save today!
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