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BIO

BROADWAY: Conceived and directed two Tony Award winning musicals: AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' (1978: Tony, N.Y. Drama Critics, Outer Critics, Drama Desk Awards — also Tony Award for Best Director); FOSSE (1999: Tony, Outer Critics, Drama Desk Awards); as well as RING OF FIRE, (2006). With composer David Shire: director/lyricist: BABY (1983, seven Tony nominations); lyricist: BIG (1996, Tony nomination: Best Score). With Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg, co-lyricist: MISS SAIGON (Evening Standard Award, London 1990; Tony nomination: Best Score, 1991); co-lyricist: THE PIRATE QUEEN (2007). Director: THE STORY OF MY LIFE (2009). Director/co-lyricist: Andrew Lloyd Webber's SONG & DANCE (1986 Tony Award for star, Bernadette Peters.)



OFF-BROADWAY: director/lyricist STARTING HERE, STARTING NOW (1977, Grammy nomination) and CLOSER THAN EVER, (1989, two Outer Critics Circle Awards: Best Musical, Best Score; also Off-Broadway Alliance Award, Best Musical Revival 2013; and London Jermyn Street Theatre 2014,), both written with composer David Shire. Director: JUST JIM DALE, Roundabout Theatre 2014, also Vaudeville Theatre, London 2015. REGIONAL: Lyricist/conceiver, TAKE FLIGHT (Menier Chocolate Factory, London 2010; McCarter Theatre 2012); book and lyrics, WATERFALL, Pasadena Playhouse and Seattle's Fifth Avenue Theatre (2015). Director, MASK (2008, Pasadena Playhouse); director, THE 60'S PROJECT (2006, Goodspeed). CURRENTLY: Lyricist, new musical SOUSATZKA, March 2017 in Toronto. FILM: Screenplay, MISS POTTER, (2007: Christopher Award, best screenplay.). Contributes cryptic crossword puzzles to Harpers Magazine. Son of well-known orchestra leader; Five children: Nicholas, David, Jordan, Emily and Charlotte.

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Writing

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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Direction of a Musical

Richard Maltby, Jr, Fosse

Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Richard Maltby, Jr, Big

Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Richard Maltby, Jr., Nick and Nora

Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Richard Maltby, Jr., Miss Saigon


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1990 - Best Off Broadway Lyrics

Richard Maltby, Jr., Closer Than Ever

Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lyrics

Richard Maltby Jr., Closer Than Ever

Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Direction of a Musical

Richard Maltby, Jr., Song and Dance

Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Richard Maltby, Jr., Song and Dance

Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Lyrics

Richard Maltby, Jr., Baby

Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Direction of a Musical

Richard Maltby, Jr, Baby

Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Richard Maltby, Jr, Baby


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1978 - Best Musical

Richard Maltby, Jr., Ain't Misbehavin'


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Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Direction of a Musical

Richard Maltby, Jr, Ain't Misbehavin'

Videos

News


THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE Comes to the Weathervane Theatre This Month

Weathervane Theatre will present the premiere of the musical revue THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE.
With Additional Dates, MISS SAIGON Lands in Singapore on August 15

Cameron Mackintosh’s mega-musical 'Miss Saigon,' which first played at the Kallang Theatre in 2001, returns to Singapore in a reimagined production that’s 'more relevant than ever' (BroadwayWorld). Leading the cast of this new production are Sydney-based actress Abigail Adriano (Kim) and Singapore-raised actress Louisa Vilinne (alternate Kim.)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 7, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Are There Many Musicals About the Same Subject?

This time, the reader question was: With The Great Gatsby musicals happening now, are there other examples of musicals about the same subject?
Playthings Theatre of New York to Present DORIAN'S WILD(E) AFFAIR Readings

Playthings Theatre of New York and executive producer Preston Ridge will present private industry readings (by invitation only) of Dorian’s Wild(e) Affair. Learn more about the show.
John Minnock's Final Album - A Tribute To David Shire - Will Release Posthumously Next Month

On April 26, 2024, Dot Time Records will release A Different Riff: Minnock Sings Shire, the fourth and final studio release from beloved vocalist and master song interpreter John Minnock. Learn more about the album.
Video: Seann Miley Moore Leads THE AMERICAN DREAM

At the media presentation, Seann Miley Moore, The Engineer who’s part-Filipino, gave a taste of what’s in store for theatergoers when Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production of 'Miss Saigon' opens at The Theatre at Solaire this weekend.
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company Announces THE 2024 LAGNIAPPE SERIES

Discover the 2024 Lagniappe Series by the J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company.
Ford And Campbell Join Workshop Of New Edward Kleban Musical GALLERY

Join the Weathervane Theatre for a workshop presentation of the new Edward Kleban musical, GALLERY, starring Sara Jean Ford and Ta’Rea Campbell.
Sara Jean Ford and Ta'Rea Campbell Join Workshop of Ed Kleban's GALLERY

The Weathervane Theatre will offer a workshop presentation of GALLERY by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Kleban. We have all the details!
Mary Testa to Star in GALLERY Workshop Presentation at The Weathervane Theatre

The Weathervane Theatre will offer a Workshop presentation of GALLERY by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Kleban (A Chorus Line). Learn more about Gallery and see who is starring!
PACIFIC OVERTURES, World Premieres & More Set for East West Players 2024 Season

East West Players has unveiled its the 2024 Season. See full programming and lear how to purchase tickets!
Photos: First Look At AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' At The Laguna Playhouse

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE presents the first show of the new year with the roof-raising musical revue, AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’, music by Thomas “Fats” Waller, conceived by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Murray Horwitz, musical direction by Abdul Hamid Royal, choreography by Roxane Carrasco and directed by Yvette Freeman Hartley. See photos from the production.
Musical Theatre Melodies Celebrates 50th Anniversary Of Carol Channing in LORELEI With Lee Roy Reams

Musical Theatre Melodies, hosted by Rob Morrison, will mark the 50th anniversary of the Broadway premiere of Carol Channing in Lorelei (based on Gentlemen Prefer Blondes) by Jule Styne, Leo Robin, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, featuring an interview with original cast member, Tony Award nominee Lee Roy Reams, on 96.5 FM on Tuesday, January 30th,
Rona Siddiqui and Lisa Loomer Receive 2024 Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre

The Kleban Foundation has announced the recipients of the 34th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre. The 2024 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre lyricist has been awarded to Rona Siddiqui. The 2024 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre librettist has been awarded to  Lisa Loomer.
Review: MISS SAIGON at Adelaide Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre

The performance, of course, received a standing ovation.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Current Live Standings

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Exclusive Photos: Go Inside Red Bull Theater's THE COUNTRY WIFE Gala Celebration

Red Bull Theater and Art Lab Productions presented the first major New York presentation of Maltby & Shire’s new musical, The Country Wife. See photos!
Exclusive Photos: Inside Red Bull Theater's Presentation of Maltby and Shire's THE COUNTRY WIFE

Red Bull Theater and Art Lab Productions presented the first major New York presentation of Maltby & Shire’s new musical, The Country Wife on Monday December 11th at the Peter Norton Symphony Space. This concert event was a celebratory fundraiser for Red Bull Theater. Proceeds help to make all of its programs possible. Check out photos from the event here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Richard Maltby, Jr. been in?

Richard Maltby, Jr. has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Richard Maltby, Jr. been in?

Richard Maltby, Jr. has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Richard Maltby, Jr. been nominated for?

Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Fosse, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Big, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Nick and Nora, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Miss Saigon, Best Off Broadway Lyrics (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Closer Than Ever, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Closer Than Ever, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Song and Dance, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Song and Dance, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Baby, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Baby, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Baby, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Ain't Misbehavin' and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Ain't Misbehavin'.

What awards has Richard Maltby, Jr. won?

Richard Maltby, Jr. has won several prestigious awards, including Best Off-Broadway Lyrics at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Closer Than Ever, Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Ain't Misbehavin', and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Ain't Misbehavin'.

How many shows has Richard Maltby, Jr. written?

Richard Maltby, Jr. has written 21 shows including When Do the Words Come True? (Book Revisions), The Sap of Life (Bookwriter/Lyricist), The Sap of Life (Bookwriter), How Do You Do, I Love You (Lyricist), Love Match (Lyricist), Ain't Misbehavin' (Conceiver), Baby (Lyricist), Starting Here, Starting Now (Lyricist), Hang on to the Good Times (Creator), Urban Blight (Lyricist), Urban Blight (Lyricist), Miss Saigon (Additional Material), Closer Than Ever (Lyricist), Nick & Nora (Lyricist), Big (Lyricist), Fosse (Conceiver), Tell Me on a Sunday (Bookwriter), The Pirate Queen (Lyricist), Take Flight (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Waterfall (Book and Lyrics), Sousatzka (Lyrics).

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