Michael Stewart (i)
Date of Death: September 20, 1987 (58)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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BIO
Michael Stewart was an American playwright and librettist born on August 1, 1924, in Manhattan, New York City. He began his career writing for television, including shows such as "The Red Buttons Show" and "The Steve Allen Show." However, it was his work on Broadway that would make him a household name.
Stewart's first Broadway credit came in 1955 with "By the Beautiful Sea," a musical comedy that he wrote the book for. He would go on to write the books for several other hit musicals, including "Carnival!" (1961), "Hello, Dolly!" (1964), and "42nd Street" (1980). "Hello, Dolly!" in particular was a huge success, running for 2,844 performances and winning 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Book of a Musical for Stewart.
In addition to his work on Broadway, Stewart also wrote the book for the Off-Broadway musical "The Shoestring Revue" (1955) and the film adaptation of "Hello, Dolly!" (1969), which starred Barbra Streisand and Walter Matthau. He also wrote the lyrics for the song "Put on a Happy Face" from the musical "Bye Bye Birdie" (1960).
Stewart was known for his ability to create memorable characters and witty dialogue. His work often focused on themes of love and romance, and he had a talent for writing catchy, upbeat songs that audiences couldn't help but sing along to. His contributions to the world of musical theatre were significant, and his influence can still be felt today.
Sadly, Michael Stewart passed away on September 20, 1987, at the age of 63. However, his legacy lives on through his work, which continues to be performed and enjoyed by audiences around the world. In 2017, a revival of "Hello, Dolly!" starring Bette Midler opened on Broadway to critical acclaim, reminding audiences of the enduring appeal of Stewart's work.
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Olivier Awards - 1984 - Musical of the Year
Michael Stewart , 42nd Street
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1977 - Best Musical
Michael Stewart, I Love My Wife
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1964 - Best Musical
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The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Michael Stewart written?
Michael Stewart has written 21 shows including Razzle Dazzle (Sketches/Lyrics), Shoestring Revue (Lyricist), The Littlest Revue (Sketches), Bye Bye Birdie (Bookwriter), Carnival! (Bookwriter), Hello, Dolly! (Bookwriter), Those That Play the Clowns (Playwright), How Do You Do, I Love You (Bookwriter), George M! (Bookwriter), Seesaw (Bookwriter), Mack & Mabel (Bookwriter), I Love My Wife (Bookwriter/Lyricist), The Grand Tour (Bookwriter), Elizabeth and Essex (Bookwriter), Barnum (Lyricist), Bring Back Birdie (Bookwriter), Harrigan 'n Hart (Bookwriter), Pieces of Eight (Bookwriter), The Grand Tour (Bookwriter), 42nd Street (Bookwriter), Carnival (Bookwriter).
What awards has Michael Stewart been nominated for?
Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for 42nd Street , Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for I Love My Wife , Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for I Love My Wife , Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly! Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Carnival and Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Carnival! .
What awards has Michael Stewart won?
Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for 42nd Street Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly!and Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Carnival!.
How many shows has Michael Stewart (i) written?
Michael Stewart (i) has written 21 shows including Razzle Dazzle (Sketches/Lyrics), Shoestring Revue (Lyricist), The Littlest Revue (Sketches), Bye Bye Birdie (Bookwriter), Carnival! (Bookwriter), Hello, Dolly! (Bookwriter), Those That Play the Clowns (Playwright), How Do You Do, I Love You (Bookwriter), George M! (Bookwriter), Seesaw (Bookwriter), Mack & Mabel (Bookwriter), I Love My Wife (Bookwriter/Lyricist), The Grand Tour (Bookwriter), Elizabeth and Essex (Bookwriter), Barnum (Lyricist), Bring Back Birdie (Bookwriter), Harrigan 'n Hart (Bookwriter), Pieces of Eight (Bookwriter), The Grand Tour (Bookwriter), 42nd Street (Bookwriter), Carnival (Bookwriter).
What awards has Michael Stewart (i) been nominated for?
Michael Stewart has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable nominations include Musical of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "42nd Street," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "I Love My Wife" and "Hello, Dolly!," Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "I Love My Wife," and Best Musical at the Tony Awards and the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Carnival!"
What awards has Michael Stewart (i) won?
Michael Stewart has won several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable wins include the Musical of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "42nd Street," the Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for both "Hello, Dolly!" and "Carnival!"
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