Michael R. Jackson
Latest News on Michael R. Jackson:
Cory Jeacoma, Aaron Arnell Harrington, And Karl Josef Co To Star In S.I.M.P.S. – A New Musical (Dec 16, 2024)
New Musical S.I.M.P.S. Will Premiere Off-Broadway (Dec 12, 2024)
Andy Karl And Samantha Dodemaide To Join MOULIN ROUGE! On Broadway This January (Dec 10, 2024)
Cory Jeacoma, Aaron Arnell Harrington, And Karl Josef Co To Star In S.I.M.P.S. – A New Musical (Dec 16, 2024)
New Musical S.I.M.P.S. Will Premiere Off-Broadway (Dec 12, 2024)
Andy Karl And Samantha Dodemaide To Join MOULIN ROUGE! On Broadway This January (Dec 10, 2024)
BIO
The 2020 Pulitzer Prize and New York Drama Critics’ Circle–winning A Strange Loop (which had its 2019 world premiere at Playwrights Horizons in association with Page 73 Productions) was called “a full-on laparoscopy of the heart, soul, and loins” and a “gutsy, jubilantly anguished musical with infectious melodies” by Ben Brantley for The New York Times. In The New Yorker, Vinson Cunningham wrote, “To watch this show is to enter, by some urgent, bawdy magic, an ecstatic and infinitely more colorful version of the famous surreal lithograph by M. C. Escher: the hand that lifts from the page, becoming almost real, then draws another hand, which returns the favor.” In addition to A Strange Loop, he wrote book, music, and lyrics for White Girl in Danger. Awards and associations include a New Professional Theatre Festival Award, a Jonathan Larson Grant, a Lincoln Center Emerging Artist Award, an ASCAP Foundation Harold Adamson Award, a Whiting Award, the Helen Merrill Award for Playwriting, an Outer Critics Circle Award, a Drama Desk Award, an Obie Award, an Antonyo Award, a Fred Ebb Award, a Windham-Campbell Prize, and a Dramatists Guild Fellowship. He is an alum of Page 73’s Interstate 73 Writers Group.
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The Cast & Creative Team of "Teeth" including Michael R. Jackson, Anna K. Jacobs, Andy Karl, Wren Rivera, Micaela Lamas, Jenna Rose Husli, Alyse Alan Louis, Courtney Bassett, Madison McBride, Syndey Parra, Will Connolly, Jared Loftin, Jason Gotay
Julia Bain, Griffin Binnicker, Kyra Kennedy and James Sasser
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09/25/2024
From: Photos: Meet the Cast of Anna K. Jacobs and Michael R. Jackson's TEETH
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Lyrics
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
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Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lyrics
Michael R. Jackson, White Girl in Danger
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Music
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Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Book of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Michael R. Jackson, A Strange Loop
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lyrics
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Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Music
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Best Musical
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Obie Awards - 2020 - Playwriting Award
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Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding New Score
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The Pulitzer Prize - 2020 - Pulitzer Prize for Drama
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Exclusive Video: Watch 'Inner White Girl' From Los Angeles Premiere Of A STRANGE LOOP
by Joshua Wright - Jun 4, 2024
Video: First Look at A STRANGE LOOP, Coming to the Ahmanson Theatre in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024
Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for the West Coast Production Of A STRANGE LOOP
by Joshua Wright - Apr 12, 2024
Exclusive: Listen to 'Why I Kill' From Michael R. Jackson's WHITE GIRL IN DANGER
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024
Video: Watch a Teaser Trailer for A STRANGE LOOP, Coming to A.C.T. in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024
Video: Meryl Streep & Ashley Park Sing an ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Song By Sara Bareilles, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul
by Michael Major - Aug 16, 2023
Video: The Company of WHITE GIRL IN DANGER on Living in Michael R. Jackson's World
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2023
Video: Larry Owens Plays 'Sondheim Sing Off' with Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado at Pasadena Playhouse
by Alan Henry - Feb 24, 2023
VIDEO: Michael R. Jackson & Kyle Freeman Perform 'Memory Song' From A STRANGE LOOP on SHERRI
by Michael Major - Oct 14, 2022
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson & Michael R. Jackson Announce New A STRANGE LOOP Musical Collaboration on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Michael Major - Oct 4, 2022
VIDEO: Michael R. Jackson & Jaquel Spivey Talk Representation Onstage in A STRANGE LOOP on TODAY
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2022
VIDEO: A STRANGE LOOP Performs 'Intermission Song' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2022
VIDEO: Michael R. Jackson Outlines A STRANGE LOOP's Journey to Broadway on CBS Sunday Morning
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 5, 2022
VIDEO: A STRANGE LOOP Cast Performs 'Inner White Girl' on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - May 13, 2022
News
Cory Jeacoma, Aaron Arnell Harrington, And Karl Josef Co To Star In S.I.M.P.S. " A New Musical
Self Improvement and Male Preservation Society, or S.I.M.P.S. – A New Musical has announced the star-studded cast for its limited engagement at IRT Theater (154 Christopher Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY) in Manhattan's West Village from Friday, January 24 – Sunday, Feb 2, 2025.
Self Improvement and Male Preservation Society, or S.I.M.P.S. – A New Musical has announced the star-studded cast for its limited engagement at IRT Theater (154 Christopher Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY) in Manhattan's West Village from Friday, January 24 – Sunday, Feb 2, 2025.
New Musical S.I.M.P.S. Will Premiere Off-Broadway
Self Improvement and Male Preservation Society, or S.I.M.P.S. will play a limited engagement at IRT Theater in Manhattan’s West Village beginning in January.
Self Improvement and Male Preservation Society, or S.I.M.P.S. will play a limited engagement at IRT Theater in Manhattan’s West Village beginning in January.
Andy Karl And Samantha Dodemaide To Join MOULIN ROUGE! On Broadway This January
Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway will welcome Olivier Award-winner and Tony Award nominee Andy Karl in the role of “The Duke of Monroth” and Samantha Dodemaide making her Broadway debut as 'Nini' beginning Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway will welcome Olivier Award-winner and Tony Award nominee Andy Karl in the role of “The Duke of Monroth” and Samantha Dodemaide making her Broadway debut as 'Nini' beginning Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
TEETH to Play Final Performance at New World Stages in January
TEETH will conclude its run at New World Stages in January. Teeth features book and music by Anna K. Jacobs, book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson. Learn how to purchase tickets.
TEETH will conclude its run at New World Stages in January. Teeth features book and music by Anna K. Jacobs, book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels Receive the 2024 Fred Ebb Award
The Fred Ebb Foundation has presented the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. See photos from inside the ceremony!
The Fred Ebb Foundation has presented the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. See photos from inside the ceremony!
TNNY Hosts Master Class With Anna K. Jacobs
Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held later this month, featuring a Master Class with Jonathon Larson Award winner Anna K. Jacobs. Learn more about the event here!
Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held later this month, featuring a Master Class with Jonathon Larson Award winner Anna K. Jacobs. Learn more about the event here!
20th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented Tonight at The Todd Haimes Theater
The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more!
The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more!
Video: Michael R. Jackson Talks Fake Blood in Off-Broadway's TEETH
Teeth, based on the 2007 horror comedy, is playing Off-Broadway and playwright Michael R. Jackson recently visited Sherri Shepherd's daytime talk show to discuss the new musical. Watch the interview now!
Teeth, based on the 2007 horror comedy, is playing Off-Broadway and playwright Michael R. Jackson recently visited Sherri Shepherd's daytime talk show to discuss the new musical. Watch the interview now!
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
SUFFS Creator Shaina Taub Presented With ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award
Shaina Taub, a Broadway star and two-time Tony Award winner, was honored with the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, recognizing her contributions to musical theater.
Shaina Taub, a Broadway star and two-time Tony Award winner, was honored with the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, recognizing her contributions to musical theater.
Deaf Austin Theatre Announces RABBIT HOLE And More for 2025 Season
Deaf Austin Theatre has announced their 2025 lineup of shows. Earlier this fall, they announced their summer 2025 production of the musical A Strange Loop.
Deaf Austin Theatre has announced their 2025 lineup of shows. Earlier this fall, they announced their summer 2025 production of the musical A Strange Loop.
TEETH Star Alyse Alan Louis Takes Over Our Instagram Today
Teeth the Musical star Alyse Alan Louis is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along here as Louis takes our followers behind-the-scenes of Anna K. Jacobs and Michael R. Jackson's Off-Broadway musical.
Teeth the Musical star Alyse Alan Louis is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along here as Louis takes our followers behind-the-scenes of Anna K. Jacobs and Michael R. Jackson's Off-Broadway musical.
Los Angeles New Play Project Awards Four Prizes in 2024 Competition
Local theater companies in Los Angeles have been awarded grants to produce new plays, focusing on compelling stories that aim to shape the future of theater. Learn more about the grants!
Local theater companies in Los Angeles have been awarded grants to produce new plays, focusing on compelling stories that aim to shape the future of theater. Learn more about the grants!
Cheeyang Ng and Eric Sorrels Will Receive 20th Annual Fred Ebb Award
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveals November Programming
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances. Learn more about the November 2024 lineup, featuring a diverse array of performances from renowned jazz musicians and emerging artists.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances. Learn more about the November 2024 lineup, featuring a diverse array of performances from renowned jazz musicians and emerging artists.
Roger Q. Mason Awarded LA New Play Project From UCLA
Roger Q. Mason received the Los Angeles New Play Project award from UCLA for their play HIDE AND HIDE, part of a trilogy exploring California's history and gentrification. The world premiere is set for May 2025.
Roger Q. Mason received the Los Angeles New Play Project award from UCLA for their play HIDE AND HIDE, part of a trilogy exploring California's history and gentrification. The world premiere is set for May 2025.
Photos: Inside TEETH Opening Night at New World Stages
The smash-hit musical TEETH, opened to a star studded, “spooky chic,” sold out crowd at New World Stages in New York City. Check out photos from the opening here!
The smash-hit musical TEETH, opened to a star studded, “spooky chic,” sold out crowd at New World Stages in New York City. Check out photos from the opening here!
Video: Highlights from TEETH with Alyse Alan Louis, Andy Karl & More
Teeth officially returned to the stage with star studded, “spooky chic,” sold out crowd at New World Stages in New York City. Catch a first look at the cast in action in this video!
Teeth officially returned to the stage with star studded, “spooky chic,” sold out crowd at New World Stages in New York City. Catch a first look at the cast in action in this video!
Review Roundup: TEETH Opens at New World Stages
TEETH just celebrated its opening night at New World Stages! Based on the screenplay by Mitchell Lichtenstein, TEETH features book and music by Anna K. Jacobs, book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson, direction by Obie Award winner Sarah Benson and choreography by Raja Feather Kelly.
TEETH just celebrated its opening night at New World Stages! Based on the screenplay by Mitchell Lichtenstein, TEETH features book and music by Anna K. Jacobs, book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson, direction by Obie Award winner Sarah Benson and choreography by Raja Feather Kelly.
LAVENDER MEN Wins Awards for Best Narrative Feature, Festival Favorite & Best Actor
Lavender Men, a new film directed by Lovell Holder and written by Holder and Roger Q. Mason, based on Mason’s critically acclaimed stage play, has been touring the festival circuit this fall and won several awards in the process.
Lavender Men, a new film directed by Lovell Holder and written by Holder and Roger Q. Mason, based on Mason’s critically acclaimed stage play, has been touring the festival circuit this fall and won several awards in the process.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Michael R. Jackson been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Teeth, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Teeth, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Teeth, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for White Girl in Danger, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for White Girl in Danger, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Strange Loop, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for A Strange Loop, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for A Strange Loop, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Strange Loop, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for A Strange Loop, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for A Strange Loop, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for A Strange Loop, Playwriting Award (Obie Awards) for A Strange Loop, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for A Strange Loop, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Strange Loop, Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Strange Loop and Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for A Strange Loop.
What awards has Michael R. Jackson won?
Michael R. Jackson has won several prestigious awards, including: - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Strange Loop - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Strange Loop - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for A Strange Loop - Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for A Strange Loop - Playwriting Award (Obie Awards) for A Strange Loop - Special Citation (Obie Awards) for A Strange Loop - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Strange Loop - Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Strange Loop - Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for A Strange Loop
How many shows has Michael R. Jackson written?
Michael R. Jackson has written 2 shows including White Girl in Danger (Book), Teeth (Book & Lyrics).
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