Joriah Kwamé
Latest News on Joriah Kwamé:
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards (Dec 8, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 4, 2025- THE GREAT GATSBY Welcomes New Stars and More (Dec 4, 2025)
Full Cast Set for Joriah Kwamé's LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere (Dec 3, 2025)
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards (Dec 8, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 4, 2025- THE GREAT GATSBY Welcomes New Stars and More (Dec 4, 2025)
Full Cast Set for Joriah Kwamé's LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere (Dec 3, 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.
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Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 4, 2025- THE GREAT GATSBY Welcomes New Stars and More
by - Dec 4, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 4, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Dec 4, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 4, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Full Cast Set for Joriah Kwamé's LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025
Olney Theatre Center will present the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect, a new musical, on the Roberts Mainstage. Leanne Antonio stars as Noelle Sanders.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025
Olney Theatre Center will present the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect, a new musical, on the Roberts Mainstage. Leanne Antonio stars as Noelle Sanders.
Video: Leanne Antonio Sings 'Middle of the Map' From LITTLE MISS PERFECT
by Michael Major - Nov 6, 2025
A new look at the upcoming musical Little Miss Perfect has been revealed with a new video of 'Middle of the Map' from the upcoming musical. The performance features Leanne Antonio, who will be playing the lead character Noelle in the production.
by Michael Major - Nov 6, 2025
A new look at the upcoming musical Little Miss Perfect has been revealed with a new video of 'Middle of the Map' from the upcoming musical. The performance features Leanne Antonio, who will be playing the lead character Noelle in the production.
WRITE OUT LOUD and More Set for 54 Below Lineup Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including WRITE OUT LOUD, FEAT. TAYLOR IMAN JONES, JULIA KNITEL, plus more. See the full lineup here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including WRITE OUT LOUD, FEAT. TAYLOR IMAN JONES, JULIA KNITEL, plus more. See the full lineup here!
TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paloma Diamond, Chester Gregory, and many more! See the full lineup here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paloma Diamond, Chester Gregory, and many more! See the full lineup here.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 28, 2025
by - Aug 28, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Aug 28, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON and TROLLS Are Being Developed Into Broadway Junior Musicals
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2025
DreamWorks Theatricals announced the Broadway Junior® musicals being developed by the participants in the Emerging Writers Program. Two teams have developed Trolls JR. and How to Train Your Dragon JR., respectively: Krista Knight and Joriah Kwamé, Veronica Mansour and Kate Thomas.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2025
DreamWorks Theatricals announced the Broadway Junior® musicals being developed by the participants in the Emerging Writers Program. Two teams have developed Trolls JR. and How to Train Your Dragon JR., respectively: Krista Knight and Joriah Kwamé, Veronica Mansour and Kate Thomas.
Write Out Loud 2025 Winners Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025
The Write Out Loud Team have announced the winners of the 2025 Write Out Loud Contest. These songs were selected from a pool of over 400 submissions after an extensive review process.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025
The Write Out Loud Team have announced the winners of the 2025 Write Out Loud Contest. These songs were selected from a pool of over 400 submissions after an extensive review process.
Kirsten Childs, Grey Henson, Eric Ulloa and More Lead 4th Season of Barn on Fire Residency
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
This summer, New York Theatre Barn and the Fire Island Pines Arts Project will join forces for the 4th annual season of Barn on Fire. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
This summer, New York Theatre Barn and the Fire Island Pines Arts Project will join forces for the 4th annual season of Barn on Fire. Learn more about the lineup here!
POLLY: THE MUSICAL in Development With Debbie Allen, Lena Waithe and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
Polly: The Musical, a new Broadway-bound production based on the Disney television movie, is currently in development, with teleplay by William Blinn and the novel by Eleanor H. Porter. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
Polly: The Musical, a new Broadway-bound production based on the Disney television movie, is currently in development, with teleplay by William Blinn and the novel by Eleanor H. Porter. Learn more!
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy Extends Through August at Caveat NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025
After a sold out initial run, “BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy” will return by popular demand, starting its summer residency at CAVEAT NYC. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025
After a sold out initial run, “BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy” will return by popular demand, starting its summer residency at CAVEAT NYC. Learn more!
BALLS: THE MONSTER-CATCHIN' MUSICAL COMEDY Extends Through August At Caveat NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025
After a sold out initial run, 'BALLS: The Monster-Catchin' Musical Comédy' will return by popular demand, starting its summer residency at CAVEAT NYC.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025
After a sold out initial run, 'BALLS: The Monster-Catchin' Musical Comédy' will return by popular demand, starting its summer residency at CAVEAT NYC.
Joriah Kwamé, Ryan Scott Oliver, Jen Tepper and More to Judge Write Out Loud 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025
WRITE OUT LOUD has revealed the panel of industry adjudicators supporting this year's contest, including Joriah Kwamé, Ryan Scott Oliver, Jen Tepper. Learn more about the contest here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025
WRITE OUT LOUD has revealed the panel of industry adjudicators supporting this year's contest, including Joriah Kwamé, Ryan Scott Oliver, Jen Tepper. Learn more about the contest here!
I AND YOU By Lauren Gunderson Begins At Capital Stage In December
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025
Capital Stage has announced its final piece to the 2025/26 Season to be performed during the holiday season. Charming, mysterious, and poetic in the truest sense of the word, Lauren Gunderson's I AND YOU is a study of the beauty, the agony, and the mystery of human connection.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025
Capital Stage has announced its final piece to the 2025/26 Season to be performed during the holiday season. Charming, mysterious, and poetic in the truest sense of the word, Lauren Gunderson's I AND YOU is a study of the beauty, the agony, and the mystery of human connection.
AND I YOU Musical Will Premiere at Olney Theatre Center; 2025-2026 Season Announced
by Emmy Rice - Apr 4, 2025
The season unites established theater luminaries like Lauren Gunderson, Zhailon Levingston, and Nova Y. Payton; rising star writer/composers Ari Afsar and Joriah Kwamé; award-winning UK theater artists Daniel Bailey and Tyrell Williams; and DMV resident (and celebrity chef) Carla Hall.
by Emmy Rice - Apr 4, 2025
The season unites established theater luminaries like Lauren Gunderson, Zhailon Levingston, and Nova Y. Payton; rising star writer/composers Ari Afsar and Joriah Kwamé; award-winning UK theater artists Daniel Bailey and Tyrell Williams; and DMV resident (and celebrity chef) Carla Hall.
Photos: BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy comes to CAVEAT NYC, the acclaimed Lower East Side comedy venue, on April 18 and 19, 2025. Check out rehearsal photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2025
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy comes to CAVEAT NYC, the acclaimed Lower East Side comedy venue, on April 18 and 19, 2025. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Photos: Larry Owens and More at Jonathan Larson Grant Celebration Gala
by Robert Diamond - Apr 3, 2025
The American Theatre Wing, under the direction of President and CEO Heather Hitchens, held a special concert reception honoring the 2024 winners of the coveted Jonathan Larson Grant at Joe’s Pub. See photos here!
by Robert Diamond - Apr 3, 2025
The American Theatre Wing, under the direction of President and CEO Heather Hitchens, held a special concert reception honoring the 2024 winners of the coveted Jonathan Larson Grant at Joe’s Pub. See photos here!
Katrina Lenk To Lead New THE CHERRY ORCHARD Musical Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2025
The American Theatre Wing Jonathan Larson Award Winner Emily Xu Hall will present a concert performance of her new musical adaptation of Chekhov's CHERRY ORCHARD, starring Tony Award winner Katrina Lenk. We have all of the details here.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2025
The American Theatre Wing Jonathan Larson Award Winner Emily Xu Hall will present a concert performance of her new musical adaptation of Chekhov's CHERRY ORCHARD, starring Tony Award winner Katrina Lenk. We have all of the details here.
Stuart Zagnit Joins the Cast of BALLS: THE MONSTER-CATCHIN’ MUSICAL COMÉDY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025
Broadway actor and legendary voice talent Stuart Zagnit—best known as the original voice of Professor Oak in the “Pokémon” television series—will officially join the cast of BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025
Broadway actor and legendary voice talent Stuart Zagnit—best known as the original voice of Professor Oak in the “Pokémon” television series—will officially join the cast of BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy. Learn more!
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