Oscar Hammerstein
Date of Death: August 01, 1919 (72)
Birth Place: Sceczin
Latest News on Oscar Hammerstein:
Full Cast and Creative Team Set for BEAU THE MUSICAL World Premiere at Out of the Box Theatrics (Apr 16, 2025)
THE OUTSIDERS, STEREOPHONIC And More Set for Blumenthal Arts 2025-2026 Broadway Season (Apr 15, 2025)
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Begins At Berkeley Playhouse In May (Apr 12, 2025)
Full Cast and Creative Team Set for BEAU THE MUSICAL World Premiere at Out of the Box Theatrics (Apr 16, 2025)
THE OUTSIDERS, STEREOPHONIC And More Set for Blumenthal Arts 2025-2026 Broadway Season (Apr 15, 2025)
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Begins At Berkeley Playhouse In May (Apr 12, 2025)
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New Toys
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[ 1925 ] writer
The Desert Song
[ 1929 ] writer
[ 1929 ] writer
New Moon
[ 1930 ] lyrics
[ 1930 ] lyrics
Viennese Nights
[ 1930 ] lyrics
[ 1930 ] lyrics
Sunny
[ 1930 ] lyrics by
[ 1930 ] lyrics by
The Song of the Flame
[ 1930 ] writer
[ 1930 ] writer
Song of the West
[ 1930 ] writer
[ 1930 ] writer
Music in the Air
[ 1934 ] lyrics by
[ 1934 ] lyrics by
The Night Is Young
[ 1935 ] lyrics
[ 1935 ] lyrics
Give Us This Night
[ 1936 ] lyrics by
[ 1936 ] lyrics by
Show Boat
[ 1936 ] lyrics by
[ 1936 ] lyrics by
Swing High, Swing Low
[ 1937 ] writer
[ 1937 ] writer
The Great Waltz
[ 1938 ] lyrics by
[ 1938 ] lyrics by
Broadway Rhythm
[ 1944 ] writer
[ 1944 ] writer
Centennial Summer
[ 1946 ] lyricist
[ 1946 ] lyricist
Annie Get Your Gun
[ 1950 ] producer
[ 1950 ] producer
The Last Time I Saw Paris
[ 1954 ] lyrics
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Carmen Jones
[ 1954 ] lyrics
[ 1954 ] lyrics
Rose Marie
[ 1954 ] writer
[ 1954 ] writer
Oklahoma!
[ 1955 ] book
[ 1955 ] book
Carousel
[ 1956 ] lyrics by
[ 1956 ] lyrics by
The King and I
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[ 1956 ] lyrics by
Flower Drum Song
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State Fair
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Video: Go Inside Rehearsals With Danielle Wade & The Cast Of SOUTH PACIFIC at Goodspeed
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Video: Go Inside Rehearsals With Danielle Wade & The Cast Of SOUTH PACIFIC at Goodspeed
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Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for SOUTH PACIFIC at Fulton Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-12 12:10:33
Video: Get A First Look At THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The Citadel Theatre
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Video: Get A First Look At THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The Citadel Theatre
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Video: CINDERELLA Director Chris Stewart Talks Children's Theatre Company's New Production
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Video: Get A First Look At THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The Citadel Theatre
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Exclusive Video: Get A First Look At THE SOUND OF MUSIC At La Mirada Theatre
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Exclusive Video: Get A First Look At THE SOUND OF MUSIC At La Mirada Theatre
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VIDEO: Tiffany Solano On Playing THE SOUND OF MUSIC's Maria At Dallas Theater Center
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VIDEO: Watch 'There is Nothin' Like A Dame' From TUTS' SOUTH PACIFIC
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VIDEO: Watch an All New Trailer For 42nd Street Moon's A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING
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VIDEO: Tiffany Solano On Playing THE SOUND OF MUSIC's Maria At Dallas Theater Center
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VIDEO: Watch 'There is Nothin' Like A Dame' From TUTS' SOUTH PACIFIC
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VIDEO: 'I'm in Love With a Wonderful Guy' From TUTS' SOUTH PACIFIC
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VIDEO: 'I'm in Love With a Wonderful Guy' From TUTS' SOUTH PACIFIC
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VIDEO: Watch Liz Callaway, Norm Lewis & More Tribute Maltby & Shire at Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-11-05 11:50:03
VIDEO: Watch Liz Callaway, Norm Lewis & More Tribute Maltby & Shire at Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala
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Video: 'I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair' from Goodspeed's SOUTH PACIFIC
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-14 15:10:17
VIDEO: Watch Liz Callaway, Norm Lewis & More Tribute Maltby & Shire at Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-11-05 11:50:03
Video: 'I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair' from Goodspeed's SOUTH PACIFIC
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-14 15:10:17
VIDEO: Watch Liz Callaway, Norm Lewis & More Tribute Maltby & Shire at Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala
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Video: 'I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair' from Goodspeed's SOUTH PACIFIC
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Full Cast and Creative Team Set for BEAU THE MUSICAL World Premiere at Out of the Box Theatrics
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025
Out of the Box Theatrics has revealed the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Beau the Musical. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025
Out of the Box Theatrics has revealed the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Beau the Musical. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!
THE OUTSIDERS, STEREOPHONIC And More Set for Blumenthal Arts 2025-2026 Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025
Blumenthal Arts has announced a lineup for the 2025–2026 season, featuring the best new shows direct from Broadway, including big winners from the 2024 Tony Awards.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025
Blumenthal Arts has announced a lineup for the 2025–2026 season, featuring the best new shows direct from Broadway, including big winners from the 2024 Tony Awards.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Begins At Berkeley Playhouse In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2025
Berkeley Playhouse closes out its 2024/25 MainStage Season with the timeless musical The Sound of Music, performing to June 29, 2025. Performances begin May 23, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2025
Berkeley Playhouse closes out its 2024/25 MainStage Season with the timeless musical The Sound of Music, performing to June 29, 2025. Performances begin May 23, 2025.
HAMILTON and More Join DPAC's 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025
DPAC has announced the return of five great Broadway shows in the 2025 / 2026 season, including Hamilton and four more of Broadway’s biggest hits. Tickets to each show will go on sale this spring and summer.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025
DPAC has announced the return of five great Broadway shows in the 2025 / 2026 season, including Hamilton and four more of Broadway’s biggest hits. Tickets to each show will go on sale this spring and summer.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC and More Set for Broadway in Chicago 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has revealed that the upcoming season lineup will include Rodgers & Hammerstein’s critically acclaimed THE SOUND OF MUSIC and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has revealed that the upcoming season lineup will include Rodgers & Hammerstein’s critically acclaimed THE SOUND OF MUSIC and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton Talks Boston Lyric Opera's Production of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CAROUSEL
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 4, 2025
The legend of Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre stems in part from the many pre-Broadway tryouts that have and continue to take place there, including not one but two now-iconic Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II musicals, 1943’s “Oklahoma!” – when it was still being called “Away We Go!” – and 1945’s “Carousel.”
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 4, 2025
The legend of Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre stems in part from the many pre-Broadway tryouts that have and continue to take place there, including not one but two now-iconic Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II musicals, 1943’s “Oklahoma!” – when it was still being called “Away We Go!” – and 1945’s “Carousel.”
Joseph Zellnik's Broadway Mystery Novel THE SOUND OF MURDER Now Available
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 3, 2025
The Sound of Murder, a new musical theater-themed mystery novel from composer Joseph Zellnik, is now available in paperback and eBook on major online book retailers.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 3, 2025
The Sound of Murder, a new musical theater-themed mystery novel from composer Joseph Zellnik, is now available in paperback and eBook on major online book retailers.
ANASTASIA Musical to Premiere in Australia in 2025
by Joshua Wright - Apr 1, 2025
Opera Australia, in partnership with Crossroads Live, will bring the Broadway hit musical ANASTASIA, will have its Australian premiere at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne in December 2025 before touring to Perth and Sydney in 2026.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 1, 2025
Opera Australia, in partnership with Crossroads Live, will bring the Broadway hit musical ANASTASIA, will have its Australian premiere at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne in December 2025 before touring to Perth and Sydney in 2026.
Hammerstein Museum to Reopens for Tours with New Historic Objects on Display
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025
Nonprofit The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center will offer tours of Hammerstein’s Doylestown home at Highland Farm six times weekly this Spring. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025
Nonprofit The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center will offer tours of Hammerstein’s Doylestown home at Highland Farm six times weekly this Spring. Learn more!
Sue Matsuki Comes to Don't Tell Mama as Part of First Fridays in Spring
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025
On the first Friday of each month this Spring, catch Sue Matsuki in two encore performances and one brand new show at Don't Tell Mama. All shows start at 7:00 PM.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025
On the first Friday of each month this Spring, catch Sue Matsuki in two encore performances and one brand new show at Don't Tell Mama. All shows start at 7:00 PM.
Pulitzer Prize for Drama: Iconic Plays That Shaped American Theater
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2025
The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 30, 2025
The Pulitzer Prize for Drama is one of the most prestigious honors in American theater, celebrating outstanding works that have made a significant impact on the stage. Here's a closer look at what the Pulitzer Prize for Drama is, how it works, and why it matters.
Matt Rodin to Star in BEAU THE MUSICAL World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025
Matt Rodin will star in the world premiere of Beau the Musical, conceived and written by Douglas Lyons, with music by Ethan D. Pakchar and Douglas Lyons, and lyrics by Douglas Lyons. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025
Matt Rodin will star in the world premiere of Beau the Musical, conceived and written by Douglas Lyons, with music by Ethan D. Pakchar and Douglas Lyons, and lyrics by Douglas Lyons. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Arts One Presents
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 23, 2025
What did our critic think of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Arts One Presents?
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 23, 2025
What did our critic think of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Arts One Presents?
Lillias White, Noel MacNeal and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Noel MacNeal, Lillias White, and more. See the full lineup and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Noel MacNeal, Lillias White, and more. See the full lineup and learn more!
New Broadway Mystery Novel, The Sound of Murder, Now Available For Pre-order
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025
The new musical theatre-themed mystery novel, The Sound of Murder, is now available for pre-order at major online booksellers. Upcoming April 3rd release, as paperback and eBook.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025
The new musical theatre-themed mystery novel, The Sound of Murder, is now available for pre-order at major online booksellers. Upcoming April 3rd release, as paperback and eBook.
THE NOTEBOOK, SIX, and More Set For Segerstrom Center for the Arts 2025/26 Broadway Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced the lineup for its 2025-26 Broadway season featuring eleven productions. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced the lineup for its 2025-26 Broadway season featuring eleven productions. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!
Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Sets Auditions at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 19, 2025
As The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre continues its 2025 Season, the theatre is preparing to begin production on its summer production of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella – The Broadway Musical.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 19, 2025
As The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre continues its 2025 Season, the theatre is preparing to begin production on its summer production of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella – The Broadway Musical.
Chicago Cabaret Professionals Reveals Upcoming Musical Mondays Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Once again, CCP will present three unforgettable Musical Mondays of entertainment at Rhapsody Theater. Each show is themed. Two highlight great American songwriters and the third showcases songs about the world’s great cities. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Once again, CCP will present three unforgettable Musical Mondays of entertainment at Rhapsody Theater. Each show is themed. Two highlight great American songwriters and the third showcases songs about the world’s great cities. Learn more!
Hillbarn Theatre Reveals 2025-2026 Six-Show Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Hillbarn Theatre is launching Season 85, a six-show season that examines change, transformation, and rebirth in ways both literal and metaphorical. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025
Hillbarn Theatre is launching Season 85, a six-show season that examines change, transformation, and rebirth in ways both literal and metaphorical. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Rodgers & Hammerstein o el inicio de la época dorada de Broadway
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Mar 13, 2025
Con la llegada de Cenicienta a España, revisamos el legado de la icónica pareja que revolucionó Broadway en los años 40.
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Mar 13, 2025
Con la llegada de Cenicienta a España, revisamos el legado de la icónica pareja que revolucionó Broadway en los años 40.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Oscar Hammerstein written?
Oscar Hammerstein has written 1 shows including Punch, Judy & Company (Bookwriter).
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