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Photos: Inside Opening Night of WELCOME TO THE BIG DIPPER

The York Theatre Company is presenting the World Premiere of Welcome to the Big Dipper, a new musical comedy based on a true event (inspired by the play All Dressed Up and Nowhere to Go, by Catherine Filloux). Check out photos from opening night below!
Joseph Hayward & Debra Walton Assume New Roles at The York Theatre Company

The York Theatre Company has revealed that Joseph Hayward is stepping into the role of Interim Producing Artistic Director, and Debra Walton, as the Interim Associate Artistic Director.
Photos: On the Red Carpet of York Theatre Company's 2024 Gala

The York Theatre Company presented a concert celebration at the 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which honored musical theater legend Bernadette Peters. See photos from the red carpet.
James Morgan Steps Down as Producing Artistic Director at The York Theatre Company

The York Theatre Company's James Morgan has resigned from his duties, effective immediately. Learn more about his resignation and the plans for the theatre.
Jim Kierstead Named President Of The York Theatre Company Board Of Directors

Jim Kierstead has been named as the new President of The York Theatre Company Board of Directors, bringing his extensive experience in theater production to the organization. Learn more about Kierstead and about the position.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE JERUSALEM SYNDROME at The York Theatre

The York Theatre Company opened the World Premiere of The Jerusalem Syndrome, a cRaZy new musical with book & lyrics by Laurence Holzman and Felicia Needleman and music by Kyle Rosen. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: First Look At THE JERUSALEM SYNDROME At The York Theatre Company

The York Theatre Company “Where Musicals Come to Life,” presents the World Premiere of The Jerusalem Syndrome, a musical comedy of biblical proportions, with book & lyrics by Laurence Holzman and Felicia Needleman and music by Kyle Rosen. See photos from the production.
Photos: The York Theatre Company Gala Honors Patti LuPone and Jamie DeRoy

All new photos have been released from Monday evening’s YORK THEATRE COMPANY Gala. Patti LuPone received the 31st Oscar Hammerstein Award For Outstanding Achievement in Musical Theater and Jamie DeRoy was honored with The York Theatre Founders’ Award.
Photos: The York Theatre Company Presents the World Premiere of THE JERUSALEM SYNDROME

The York Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of The Jerusalem Syndrome, a musical comedy of biblical proportions, with book & lyrics by Laurence Holzman and Felicia Needleman and music by Kyle Rosen. See photos from the meet and greet below.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of WHEN WE GET THERE at York Theatre Company

The York Theatre Company officially opened its New2NY presentation of When We Get There. Check out photos from opening night here!
Cast & Creative Team Set for THE JERUSALEM SYNDROME World Premiere at The York Theatre Company

Discover the cast and creative team behind the highly anticipated world premiere of THE JERUSALEM SYNDROME. Get a sneak peek into the talented individuals bringing this exciting new play to life and find out what to expect from this captivating production.
Photos: GOLDEN RAINBOW Opens at The York Theatre

See photos of the opening of Golden Rainbow at The York Theatre!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of Musicals in Mufti's THE LIEUTENANT

The York Theatre Company has opened its production of The Lieutenant, with book, music and lyrics by Chuck Strand, Eugene Curty, and Nitra McAuliffe. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: HOW TO STEAL AN ELECTION Opens the Musicals in Mufti Series at The York Theatre

How to Steal an Election: A Dirty Politics Musical, with music and lyrics by Oscar Brand and book by William F. Brown, began performances on Saturday, August 26, 2023. The production will continue for 11 performances only through Sunday, September 3, 2023. Opening Night was held on Sunday evening, August 27, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Check out opening night photos here!
Photos: The York Theatre Celebrates the 30th Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala

The gala honored musical theater legend Leslie Uggams  with the 2022 Oscar Hammerstein Award for Outstanding Achievement in Musical Theater, which will be presented by Dionne Warwick. Ted Chapin was also honored with The York Theatre Company Founders' Award, presented by his daughters Anika and Zoë Chapin. Check out photos here!
Shoshana Bean, Lilli Cooper, Jared Grimes & Christine Pedi Join Lineup for 30th Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala

Shoshana Bean, Lilli Cooper, Jared Grimes and Christine Pedi have joined the roster of performers for a concert celebration at the 30th Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which will honor musical theater legend Leslie Uggams with the 2022 Oscar Hammerstein Award for Outstanding Achievement in Musical Theater, which will be presented by Dionne Warwick. 
Broadway Inspirational Voices, Dionne Warwick & More to Join 2022 Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala

The York Theatre Company has announced the roster of performers for a concert celebration at the 30th Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which will take place on Monday evening, November 14, 2022 at The Edison Rooftop.
The York Theatre Company Announces Show Only Single Tickets for 29th Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala

The York Theatre Company has announced show-only tickets are now available for the 29th Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, honoring musical theater legends Richard Maltby, Jr. & David Shire on Monday evening, November 1, 2021 at The Edison Ballroom.
Norm Lewis, Kelli O'Hara, Sierra Boggess, Santino Fontana & More to Appear at 29TH OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN AWARD GALA

The York Theatre Company has announced the roster of performers for a concert celebration at the 29th Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which will honor musical theater legends Richard Maltby, Jr. & David Shire, and Elisa Loti Stein.
Photo Coverage: Go Inside the York Theatre Company's REUNION ON THE ROOFTOP

The York Theatre Company is back in action! Just last night, friends of the York gathered for its first in-person event in 15 months- Reunion on the Rooftop.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Laurence Holzman written?

Laurence Holzman has written 1 shows including Wallenberg (Bookwriter/Lyricist).

What awards has Laurence Holzman been nominated for?

and Most promising musical theatre librettist () for .

What awards has Laurence Holzman won?

Most Promising Musical Theatre Liberettist for The Last Five Years in 2002. He is also a recipient of the Richard Rodgers Award for Musical Theatre for his work on The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, which was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical in 2005. Additionally, Holzman received the 2014 Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical for his work on the show.

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