Joshua Schmidt
Latest News on Joshua Schmidt:
THE DA VINCI CODE Regional Premiere to be Presented at Drury Lane Theatre (Jan 16, 2025)
Video: Exclusive Clip of 'Alone' from Apocalyptic Musical Film THE END (Dec 10, 2024)
Video: Tilda Swinton, Michael Shannon, & More Star in Trailer for Apocalyptic Musical Film THE END (Nov 4, 2024)
THE DA VINCI CODE Regional Premiere to be Presented at Drury Lane Theatre (Jan 16, 2025)
Video: Exclusive Clip of 'Alone' from Apocalyptic Musical Film THE END (Dec 10, 2024)
Video: Tilda Swinton, Michael Shannon, & More Star in Trailer for Apocalyptic Musical Film THE END (Nov 4, 2024)
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Joshua Schmidt, Adding Machine
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Lyrics
Joshua Schmidt, Adding Machine
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Music
Joshua Schmidt, Adding Machine
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Best Musical
Joshua Schmidt, Adding Machine
Videos
Video: Exclusive Clip of 'Alone' from Apocalyptic Musical Film THE END
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-10 12:00:20
TV: Watch Highlights from The Hypocrites' ADDING MACHINE: A MUSICAL
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2016-03-29 19:56:38
News
THE DA VINCI CODE Regional Premiere to be Presented at Drury Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
Drury Lane Theatre will open its 2025/26 with the Chicago Regional Premiere of The Da Vinci Code, based on the novel by Dan Brown. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
Drury Lane Theatre will open its 2025/26 with the Chicago Regional Premiere of The Da Vinci Code, based on the novel by Dan Brown. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Exclusive Clip of 'Alone' from Apocalyptic Musical Film THE END
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024
BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive clip of Alone from The End, the new apocalyptic musical fantasy film starring Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon. In the clip, George MacKay (playing the role of Son) sings and dances while considering his future in the underground bunker in which he lives. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024
BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive clip of Alone from The End, the new apocalyptic musical fantasy film starring Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon. In the clip, George MacKay (playing the role of Son) sings and dances while considering his future in the underground bunker in which he lives. Watch it now!
Video: Tilda Swinton, Michael Shannon, & More Star in Trailer for Apocalyptic Musical Film THE END
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2024
NEON has debuted the trailer for The End, the upcoming apocalyptic musical fantasy film directed by Joshua Oppenheimer and starring Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon. Watch the trailer now!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2024
NEON has debuted the trailer for The End, the upcoming apocalyptic musical fantasy film directed by Joshua Oppenheimer and starring Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon. Watch the trailer now!
THE END Musical Film Starring Tilda Swinton Will Be Available in the UK, Germany, and Austria
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024
The End, the musical film starring Tilda Swinton, will soon be available in the UK, Germany, and Austria. The film has been acquired by MUBI, the global distributor, streaming service and production company.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024
The End, the musical film starring Tilda Swinton, will soon be available in the UK, Germany, and Austria. The film has been acquired by MUBI, the global distributor, streaming service and production company.
Photos: Original Greaser Matt Dillion Visits THE OUTSIDERS on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 4, 2024
Greasers stick together! Previews for The Outsiders, the new musical based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion picture, are currently underway on Broadway. Matt Dillon, who played 'Dallas Winston' in the original 1983 film, stopped by the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre before opening night.
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 4, 2024
Greasers stick together! Previews for The Outsiders, the new musical based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion picture, are currently underway on Broadway. Matt Dillon, who played 'Dallas Winston' in the original 1983 film, stopped by the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre before opening night.
Review: THE CHOSEN is a Spiritual, Stirring Must-See at Milwaukee Rep
by Kelsey Lawler - Mar 12, 2024
'The Chosen' is easily one of the best things the Milwaukee Rep has staged this season. For lovers of gripping and intimate family drama that will have you laughing, crying, and introspecting, this play is not to be missed.
by Kelsey Lawler - Mar 12, 2024
'The Chosen' is easily one of the best things the Milwaukee Rep has staged this season. For lovers of gripping and intimate family drama that will have you laughing, crying, and introspecting, this play is not to be missed.
Complete Cast and Creative Teams Set for the Last Three Plays in Milwaukee Repertory Theater 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2024
Milwaukee Rep has revealed complete cast and creative teams for the last shows in their 2023/24 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2024
Milwaukee Rep has revealed complete cast and creative teams for the last shows in their 2023/24 season.
Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals New Sloan Playwrighting Commissions & Evening of Excerpts at the American Museum of Natural History
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023
The latest recipients have been announced for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023
The latest recipients have been announced for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.
The Metropolitan Opera Commissions Ukranian Composer Maxim Kolomiiets to Write New Opera Based on True Story
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2023
As part of its ongoing support of Ukraine, the Metropolitan Opera / Lincoln Center Theater New Works Program has commissioned a new work by Ukrainian composer Maxim Kolomiiets and librettist George Brant.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2023
As part of its ongoing support of Ukraine, the Metropolitan Opera / Lincoln Center Theater New Works Program has commissioned a new work by Ukrainian composer Maxim Kolomiiets and librettist George Brant.
Review: KILLING THE CAT, Riverside Studios
by Gary Naylor - Mar 23, 2023
Existential questions abound in world premiere of a musical that does not make the fur fly
by Gary Naylor - Mar 23, 2023
Existential questions abound in world premiere of a musical that does not make the fur fly
Photos: First Look at KILLING THE CAT at Riverside Studios
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2023
Get a first look at Killing the Cat, opening tonight at Riverside Studios. Performances run 17 March - 22 April. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2023
Get a first look at Killing the Cat, opening tonight at Riverside Studios. Performances run 17 March - 22 April. Check out the photos here!
Video: Molly Lynch Sings 'All The Dead Poets' From The World Première of KILLING THE CAT
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2023
An all new video has been released of Molly Lynch singing the haunting song 'ALL THE DEAD POETS' from the world première of major new musical Killing The Cat, accompanied by Musical Director Billy Bullivant.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2023
An all new video has been released of Molly Lynch singing the haunting song 'ALL THE DEAD POETS' from the world première of major new musical Killing The Cat, accompanied by Musical Director Billy Bullivant.
Final Cast Announced For The World Première of New Musical KILLING THE CAT
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2023
The final cast has been announced to join Madalena Alberto and Tim Rogers in the world première of the musical 'Killing The Cat'.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2023
The final cast has been announced to join Madalena Alberto and Tim Rogers in the world première of the musical 'Killing The Cat'.
Riverside Studios Announces Spring 2023 Season Featuring DAVID COPPERFIELD, SPY FOR SPY & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023
Riverside Studios has announced final details for the full spring season, including theatre, cinema, exhibitions and spoken word, alongside a full programme of community events.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023
Riverside Studios has announced final details for the full spring season, including theatre, cinema, exhibitions and spoken word, alongside a full programme of community events.
KILLING THE CAT Gets World Premiere at Riverside Studios in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2023
Musical Theatre stars Madalena Alberto and Tim Rogers are to star in the world première of the musical 'Killing The Cat'.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2023
Musical Theatre stars Madalena Alberto and Tim Rogers are to star in the world première of the musical 'Killing The Cat'.
BWW Review: A MINISTER'S WIFE: Love, Marriage, and the Poetry in Between
by Robert Encila-Celdran - Mar 9, 2022
In A MINISTER'S WIFE, the composer's collaboration with Austin Pendleton (book), and Jan Levy Tranen (lyrics) dilutes his influence on CANDIDA's transcription, relegating the audience to a compendiary version that eliminates, among other elements, Candida's businessman father - a staunch capitalist foil to her socialist husband, the Reverend James Morell. Just as well, I suppose, given the daunting task of mixing up politics with a love triangle.
by Robert Encila-Celdran - Mar 9, 2022
In A MINISTER'S WIFE, the composer's collaboration with Austin Pendleton (book), and Jan Levy Tranen (lyrics) dilutes his influence on CANDIDA's transcription, relegating the audience to a compendiary version that eliminates, among other elements, Candida's businessman father - a staunch capitalist foil to her socialist husband, the Reverend James Morell. Just as well, I suppose, given the daunting task of mixing up politics with a love triangle.
The House Theatre Presents North American Premiere Of THE TRAGEDY OF KING CHRISTOPHE At Chopin Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2022
The House Theatre of Chicago continues its 20th season, the first led by new artistic director Lanise Antoine Shelley under the theme “The House Reimagined,” with the North American premiere of The Tragedy of King Christophe, the true story of the rise and fall of the first King of Haiti, April 22-May 29, 2022 at the Chopin Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2022
The House Theatre of Chicago continues its 20th season, the first led by new artistic director Lanise Antoine Shelley under the theme “The House Reimagined,” with the North American premiere of The Tragedy of King Christophe, the true story of the rise and fall of the first King of Haiti, April 22-May 29, 2022 at the Chopin Theatre.
Manhattan Theatre Club Announces Six 2021 Sloan Playwriting Commissions
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2021
Since 2001, MTC has awarded a total of 100 commissions through the Sloan Foundation Program. Learn more about this year's commissions here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2021
Since 2001, MTC has awarded a total of 100 commissions through the Sloan Foundation Program. Learn more about this year's commissions here!
The S&S Award Becomes S&S Theatre Productions
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2021
The S&S Award is turning producer to become S&S Theatre Productions, dedicated to producing radical new musical theatre with partnerships between the UK and the USA.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2021
The S&S Award is turning producer to become S&S Theatre Productions, dedicated to producing radical new musical theatre with partnerships between the UK and the USA.
Finborough Theatre Musical To Be Shown Online As Part Of #FinboroughForFree
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2020
Finborough Theatre will present ADDING MACHINE: A MUSICAL from Thursday, 1 October 2020 until Thursday, 12 October 2020.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2020
Finborough Theatre will present ADDING MACHINE: A MUSICAL from Thursday, 1 October 2020 until Thursday, 12 October 2020.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Joshua Schmidt written?
Joshua Schmidt has written 2 shows including Adding Machine (Lyricist), A Minister's Wife (Composer).
What awards has Joshua Schmidt been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Adding Machine, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Adding Machine, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Adding Machine and Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Adding Machine.
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