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Matt Gould (Composer) is a two-time recipient of the Richard Rodgers Award, The Jonathan Larson Award, and the ASCAP Foundation’s Dean Kay, Harold Adamson and Richard Rodgers Awards. His musical Invisible Thread (aka Witness Uganda) had its New York premier at Second Stage Theater and its world premiere at the American Repertory Theater at Harvard. His original musical Lempicka premiered at the Williamstown Theater Festival in 2018. Other works include The Family Project (Center Theatre Group) and Twilight in Manchego, directed by Tony Award winner Billy Porter. Gould has written and arranged music for Playwrights Horizons, and translated, adapted and directed Romeo and Juliet in Pulaar (Mauritania, West Africa). He has performed across the US and around the world, including in Uganda, Mauritania, and Japan. A graduate of Boston University’s College of Fine Arts, he is a frequent speaker and guest lecturer at schools and Universities. He is the co-director of UgandaProject.

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[Los Angeles, 2016]
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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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Richard Rodgers Award - 2015 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award

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Yale Repertory Theatre Reveals Newly Commissioned Artists

Yale Repertory Theatre has revealed the commissioning of new work by three artists. These three artists join a roster of more than 70 others whose work has been supported by Yale’s Binger Center for New Theatre. Learn more!
LEMPICKA is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

The Broadway production of Lempicka, the new musical portrait celebrating the true story of artist Tamara de Lempicka, was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and added to its collection.
Video: Eden Espinosa Sings 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA

Watch Eden Espinosa Sing 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA in the video here!
What Does It Take to Make an Original Broadway Cast Recording?

BroadwayWorld spoke to several individuals and executives who played integral roles in the making of two original Broadway cast recordings of musicals that opened during the 2023-2024 season, Lempicka and The Great Gatsby. These creatives shed light on the behind-the-scenes processes and layers of work that most people don’t see.
Review: Robert Bannon's PRIDE PLAYLIST at 54 Below Is a Celebration!

Robert is a party and always has a genuine smile on his face, as if, in his own impish way, he is inviting anyone with joy in their hearts to join him. I will say, there is one major flaw with every Robert Bannon show, at least the two I’ve seen: they aren’t long enough!
LEMPICKA Original Broadway Cast Recording Digital Album Out Now

The digital album for the Broadway musical, Lempicka (Original Broadway Cast Recording) is available now.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 2024 Tony Awards

We're taking you to the red carpet for a look at all of the stars (and what they're wearing)! Check back all night long for more photos!
Video: Amber Iman's Nomination Feels Like a Beautiful Dream Come True

In this video, watch as Tony nominee Amber Iman chats about what this nomination means to her, what made this project so special, and so much more.
LEMPICKA Delays Release of Cast Recording to June 18

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Lempicka is still on its way, but fans will just have to wait a bit longer. The album, which was originally rescheduled for a June 12 release, has been pushed back to June 18.
LEMPICKA Delays Release of Cast Recording to June 12

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Lempicka is still on its way, but fans will just have to wait a bit longer. The album, which was originally set to be released digitally today, May 29, has been pushed back to June 12.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 21, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Rachel Chavkin and More Give Emotional Speeches at Closing Night of LEMPICKA

Lempicka played its final performance on Broadway on May 19. Following the final curtain call, members of the show's creative team, including Rachel Chavkin (director), Matt Gould (book and music), and more, took to the stage to give speeches about the show. Watch the video here!
Video: LEMPICKA Celebrates Broadway Journey

Watch Lempicka's Broadway journey in the video here as the production plays its final Broadway performance today, May 19, 2024. 
Video: Matt Gould Performs 'Woman Is' From LEMPICKA

Watch as Matt Gould performs 'Woman Is' from Lempicka! Learn more about Gould and about the show.
LEMPICKA Plays Final Broadway Performance

Lempicka will close on Broadway following 27 previews and 41 regular performances at the Longacre Theatre. 
LEMPICKA Announces Broadway Closing Date

BrodwayWorld has learned that Lempicka will close on Broadway this May. The production has struggled to find an audience and has had grosses well below those needed to sustain a Broadway musical of its size.
2024 Tony Awards Nominations- Live Reactions

The nominations for the 77th Annual Tony Awards were announced this morning by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsberry. Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions!
Photos: LEMPICKA Cast Visits 'The World of Tamara' at Sotheby's

Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, has collaborated with Sotheby’s, the world’s premier destination for art and luxury, in celebration of the renowned artist and the Broadway production.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards

Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
Shop LEMPICKA on Broadway Merch & Souvenirs in the Theater Shop

Shop merch from the musical Lempicka in BroadwayWorld's Theatre Shop. Merch available includes a graphic tee with the show's key art, a matching zip pullover, show magnet, mugs, hat, pin and more.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Matt Gould written?

Matt Gould has written 2 shows including Lempicka (Composer), Invisible Thread (Author).

What awards has Matt Gould been nominated for?

and Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award).

What awards has Matt Gould won?

Matt Gould has won the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award).

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