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Matthew López is an American playwright and screenwriter. His play The Inheritance, directed by Stephen Daldry, premiered at London's Young Vic in 2018, where it was called "the most important American play of the century." It transferred to the West End later that year, and opened on Broadway In 2019. The Inheritance is the most honored American play in a generation, sweeping the "Best Play" awards in both London and New York including the Tony Award, Olivier Award, Drama Desk Award, Evening Standard Award, London Critics Circle Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, Drama League Award, WhatsOnStage Award, and the Southbank Sky Arts Award. He is the first Latino writer to win the Tony Award for Best Play.



In 2023, López received a second Tony Award nomination for co-writing the book of the musical adaptation of the classic film Some Like It Hot, which received the most nominations of any show that season.

In New York, López's work has been seen off-Broadway with The Whipping Man and The Legend of Georgia McBride. Other works include Somewhere, Reverberation, The Sentinels and Zoey's Perfect Wedding.

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The Legend of Georgia McBrideThe Legend of Georgia McBride
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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Awards and Nominations


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Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Matthew López, Some Like it Hot

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Matthew Lopez, Some Like It Hot

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Book of a Musical

Matthew Lopez, Some Like It Hot


winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Play

Matthew Lopez, The Inheritance

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play

Matthew Lopez, The Legend of Georgia McBride


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - John Gassner Playwriting Award

Matthew Lopez, The Whipping Man

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THE INHERITANCE Star Carson McCalley Competing in THE AMAZING RACE 37 Photo
THE INHERITANCE Star Carson McCalley Competing in THE AMAZING RACE 37
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025

Broadway alum Carson McCalley is currently competing for the $1 million prize in the new season of The Amazing Race, which just premiered. McCalley previously appeared in Matthew Lopez's play The Inheritance.
Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore T Photo
Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.
Tamar Greene, Adam Heller, Jessica Vosk, and Others React to Their Nominations for Th Photo
Tamar Greene, Adam Heller, Jessica Vosk, and Others React to Their Nominations for The St. Louis Theater Circle Awards
by James Lindhorst - Feb 9, 2025

The nominees’ reactions are starting to pour in following the St. Louis Theater Circle Awards announcement last week naming the nominees. Awards will be presented in 34 categories for outstanding achievement in Musicals, Dramas, Comedies, and Opera. Leading all companies is The Muny with 30 nominations. Two of the nominated actors are Adam Heller and Jessica Vosk. Heller played Tevye in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, and Vosk starred as Jenna in The Muny premiere of WAITRESS. Both were nominated for Outstanding Performer in a Musical.
The Top 10 Theater Productions in St. Louis for 2024 Photo
The Top 10 Theater Productions in St. Louis for 2024
by James Lindhorst - Dec 12, 2024

This past season was the year of the drama in St. Louis Theater. Patrons returned to the theatre in droves and many of the regional companies experienced strong box office with sold-out or extended runs. Tesseract Theater Company had a breakout year, placing two productions on this top 10 list. The Black Rep, ERA, They Muny, New Jewish Theater, The Repertory Theater of St. Louis, and STAGES St. Louis all benefited from positive word of mouth and strong single ticket box office sales thanks to their marvelous seasons and well-reviewed productions.  
Extension Begins Tonight For Jenny Lyn Bader's MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE Photo
Extension Begins Tonight For Jenny Lyn Bader's MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2024

Previews begin tonight for Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith! Learn more and see
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Will Move to WP Theater Photo
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Will Move to WP Theater
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2024

Luna Stage's New York premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader's Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, is extending and moving to Off-Broadway's WP Theater.
Review: ARV (THE INHERITANCE ) at Dramaten Photo
Review: ARV (THE INHERITANCE ) at Dramaten
by Annette Stolt - Dec 4, 2024

Arv (The inheritance) is an eight hour long roller coaster of emotions.
Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Belk Theater Photo
Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Belk Theater
by Perry Tannenbaum - Nov 29, 2024

While Marc Shaiman's score often sounds effortful in striving to make SOME LIKE IT HOT what it was in the first place—a musical with cherry-picked hits for Marilyn Monroe to sing—the book by Matthew Lopez and Amber Ruffin helps the story and its main characters diversify and evolve. Director Casey Nicholaw's high-heel tap choreography further assures high energy all evening long.
ARV Comes to Dramaten This Month Photo
ARV Comes to Dramaten This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2024

Nypremiär på Lilla scenen. Samma älskade berättelse, men på större scen, med delvis ny ensemble och med ny scenografi!  Arv är en episk och mångfacetterad heldagsföreställning i två delar där vi möter ett antal homosexuella män i New York i dag.
Canadian Stage Records Surplus of $289,749 Photo
Canadian Stage Records Surplus of $289,749
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2024

Canadian Stage has eliminated a 37-year deficit for the 2023-24 season, marking a significant financial milestone for the renowned arts organization. Learn more!
Luna Stage to Present Steven Dietz's LONELY PLANET Beginning This Month Photo
Luna Stage to Present Steven Dietz's LONELY PLANET Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 3, 2024

Luna Stage will present Steven Dietz's Lonely Planet, directed by Melissa Firlit, running at Luna Stage November 14 - December 8, 2024. Previews begin November 14 for a November 16 opening.
Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO Photo
Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024

The upcoming revival of Shakespeare's Othello has found its cast, joining previously announced Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Check out who will join the lineup here!
Interview: Derek Charles Livingston, The Newest Artistic Director At STAGES Houston Photo
Interview: Derek Charles Livingston, The Newest Artistic Director At STAGES Houston
by Brett Cullum - Oct 30, 2024

Derek Charles Livingston has taken over this year as artistic director for STAGES HOUSTON. He was preceded by Kenn Mclaughlin, who stepped down after 25 seasons. Most recently, Derek was the director of new play development at the Utah Shakespeare Festival. Derek also previously served as the managing artistic director of the Celebration Theatre!
Denver Center Theatre Company Announces Playwrights For The 19th Annual Colorado Ne Photo
Denver Center Theatre Company Announces Playwrights For The 19th Annual Colorado New Play Summit
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024

The Denver Center Theatre Company has announced the playwrights, dates, and details for the 2025 Colorado New Play Summit (CNPS). Learn more about the festival here!
Video: Marc Shaiman Celebrates Birthday With Bette Midler, Martin Short, and Billy Cr Photo
Video: Marc Shaiman Celebrates Birthday With Bette Midler, Martin Short, and Billy Crystal
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2024

Marc Shaiman recently celebrated his birthday on October 22. A video was posted on TikTok from the composer's birthday celebrations, featuring Shaiman on piano accompanied by stars Bette Midler, Martin Short, and Billy Crystal. Check out the video here!
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Opens Tonight at 59E59 Theaters Photo
MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Opens Tonight at 59E59 Theaters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024

Explore the New York premiere of MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY at 59E59 Theaters. This drama, set in 1933 Berlin, examines the life of thinker Hannah Arendt. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE INHERITANCE Comes to Sydney in November Photo
THE INHERITANCE Comes to Sydney in November
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024

Matthew Lopez’s blockbuster play, The Inheritance, will premiere in Sydney following hit seasons on the West End and Broadway, four Tony and four Olivier Awards including Best Play. This two-part epic reimagines E.M. Forster’s Howards End as a contemporary portrait of New York’s gay community.
Review: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at Take Two Productions is an Entertaining Gem Photo
Review: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG at Take Two Productions is an Entertaining Gem
by James Lindhorst - Sep 29, 2024

Take Two Production of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG far exceeded expectations. Stephen Peirick’s leadership, the vocally accomplished cast, and the polished musical direction all come together to create a gem of a show. This production illustrates how, in the hands of the right people, a show of any size can succeed, giving an audience a memorable evening in the theatre.
Review Roundup: SOME LIKE IT HOT Kicks Off National Tour Photo
Review Roundup: SOME LIKE IT HOT Kicks Off National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024

Performances are now underway for the National Tour of Some Like It Hot, which kicked off in Schenectady. The tour will continue on to play 30+ cities across North America. Read the reviews as they come in here!
Cast Set for MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Off-Broadway Photo
Cast Set for MRS. STERN WANDERS THE PRUSSIAN STATE LIBRARY Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024

Luna Stage will present the NY premiere of Jenny Lyn Bader’s Mrs. Stern Wanders the Prussian State Library, directed by Ari Laura Kreith, running Off-Broadway. See who is starring and learn more about the production!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Matthew Lopez written?

Matthew Lopez has written 4 shows including The Whipping Man (Playwright), The Legend of Georgia McBride (Writer), The Inheritance (Author), Some Like It Hot (Bookwriter).

What awards has Matthew Lopez been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Some Like it Hot, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Some Like It Hot, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Some Like It Hot, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Inheritance, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Legend of Georgia McBride and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Whipping Man.

What awards has Matthew Lopez won?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Some Like It Hot, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Inheritance, and the John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Whipping Man.

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