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Sean Hartley is the director of Theater@Kaufman, the musical theater division of the Kaufman Music Center in New York City, where he curates, produces and hosts the concert series Broadway Close Up and Broadway Playhouse. His musicals include Cupid And Psyche (composer Jihwan Kim - Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Lyrics); Little Women (songs by Kim Oler and Alison Hubbard) which has had several regional productions, including Syracuse Stage; Love and Real Estate (with composer Sam Davis) ; Snow, for which he wrote book, music and lyrics and which won the ASCAP Harold Arlen Award for Best New Musical; Number The Stars (adapted from the book by Lois Lowry), Sunshine (based on a book by Ludwig Bemelmans, music by John O’Neill) and Holy Moses! (book by Bob Kolsby.) His television work includes Disney Channel’s The Book of Pooh and Bear In the Big Blue House.

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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lyrics

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Video: Chris McCarrell, Caitlin Houlahan, Karen Ziemba & More in PRELUDE TO A KISS at Photo
Video: Chris McCarrell, Caitlin Houlahan, Karen Ziemba & More in PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep

Get a first look at Prelude to a Kiss at Milwaukee Rep. Prelude to a Kiss features  book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
Video: Caitlin Houlahan Sings from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep Photo
Video: Caitlin Houlahan Sings from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep

Watch a preview of Prelude to a Kiss at Milwaukee Rep as Caitlin Houlahan (Rita) performs “I Haven’t Slept in Years,” a soaring ballad about the things that keep her character up at night. Prelude to a Kiss features  book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep Photo
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep

Go inside rehearsals for Milwaukee Repertory Theater's World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For PRELUDE TO A KISS A MUSICAL At Milwaukee Rep Photo
Cast And Creative Team Announced For PRELUDE TO A KISS A MUSICAL At Milwaukee Rep

Milwaukee Repertory Theater announced the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
Video: Preview 'Cold Feet' from PRELUDE TO A KISS A MUSICAL at Milwaukee Rep Photo
Video: Preview 'Cold Feet' from PRELUDE TO A KISS A MUSICAL at Milwaukee Rep

Preview the song 'Cold Feet' from the World Premiere of 'Prelude to a Kiss a musical,' coming to the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts in Brookfield as part of Milwaukee Rep's 2024/25 Season. 
Video: Watch a Clip of 'Never Really There' from PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL Photo
Video: Watch a Clip of 'Never Really There' from PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL

Watch Hannah Corneau, Caroline Pernick, DeAnne Stewart, and the Ensemble perform 'Never Really There' from the world premiere of Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical in the video here!
Video: First Look at PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coast Repertory Theater Photo
Video: First Look at PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coast Repertory Theater

All new clips have been released from the world premiere of Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical. The musical features lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, music by Daniel Messé and a book by Craig Lucas. Check out the video here!
Video: 'Love in the Age of Anxiety' from PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL Photo
Video: 'Love in the Age of Anxiety' from PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL

Watch Hannah Corneau and Chris McCarrell performing Love in the Age of Anxiety from the world premiere of Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical. The musical has Lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, Music by Daniel Messé and book by Craig Lucas.
Review: PRELUDE TO A KISS Returns to South Coast Repertory as a World Premiere Musica Photo
Review: PRELUDE TO A KISS Returns to South Coast Repertory as a World Premiere Musical

Based on Craig Lucas' 1988 play and 1992 film adaptation of the same name, PRELUDE TO A KISS - THE MUSICAL is an admirable first attempt of a new musical that is, clearly, still a work-in-progress. In its current state, this genuinely charming but disjointed musical could use a sharp refocus and some more magical and narrative clarity.
Video: Hannah Corneau Sings 'I Haven't Slept in Years' from South Coast Rep's PRELUDE Photo
Video: Hannah Corneau Sings 'I Haven't Slept in Years' from South Coast Rep's PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL

Watch as Hannah Corneau rehearses 'I Haven't Slept in Years' from Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical with Music Director Wiley DeWeese on piano. The musical has Lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, Music by Daniel Messé and book by Craig Lucas. The production is directed by David Ivers.
Video: Conor Ryan Sings 'The Room Where She Doesn't Sleep' from South Coast Rep's PRE Photo
Video: Conor Ryan Sings 'The Room Where She Doesn't Sleep' from South Coast Rep's PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL

Watch as Conor Ryan rehearses 'The Room Where She Doesn't Sleep' from Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical with Music Director Wylie DeWeese on piano at South Coast Rep. The musical has Lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, Music by Daniel Messé and book by Craig Lucas.
Listen: Hannah Corneau Featured on Demos for BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FOOL Photo
Listen: Hannah Corneau Featured on Demos for BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FOOL

Four new original song demos have been released and are now available via from the original musical Beautiful Little Fool. Listen here!
Video: Director David Ivers on What to Expect From PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at Photo
Video: Director David Ivers on What to Expect From PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coast Repertory

Artistic Director David Ivers directs “Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical” in April. In this video, he discusses what to expect from this World Premiere. “For better or worse” takes on new meaning when a mysterious guest requests a kiss at Peter and Rita’s wedding—and their lives are forever changed.
South Coast Repertory Announces Lineup For 26th PACIFIC PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL Photo
South Coast Repertory Announces Lineup For 26th PACIFIC PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL

Discover the lineup for the 26th Pacific Playwrights Festival at South Coast Repertory, showcasing new works from emerging playwrights. Featuring world-premiere productions of PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL and GALILEE, 34.
South Coast Repertory Presents PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL World Premiere Photo
South Coast Repertory Presents PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL World Premiere

Experience the world premiere of PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coast Repertory. This modern fable, with lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, explores love's peaks and valleys.
South Coast Repertory Performs PRELUDE TO A KISS in April Photo
South Coast Repertory Performs PRELUDE TO A KISS in April

Craig Lucas returns to one of his theatrical homes as South Coast Repertory will present the world premiere of Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical, lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, music by Messé, book by Lucas. Directed by Ivers, it runs April 5-May 4, 2024 on the Segerstrom Stage as the centerpiece to SCR’s 60th season.
Contest: Win Tickets To South Coast Repertory's Production of PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE Photo
Contest: Win Tickets To South Coast Repertory's Production of PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL

You could win two tickets to PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coast Repertory Theatre on April 13, 2024, at 8:00 PM. Enter the contest below for a chance to win. Contest ends 11:59 PM ET April 6th, 2024.
Milwaukee Rep Announces PRELUDE TO A KISS THE MUSICAL World Premiere and More for 202 Photo
Milwaukee Rep Announces PRELUDE TO A KISS THE MUSICAL World Premiere and More for 2024/25 Season

Milwaukee Repertory Theater announces its 2024/25 Season, featuring award-winning titles, world premieres, and more. Get all the details in the press release attached.
Video: Watch Director David Ivers Discuss PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coa Photo
Video: Watch Director David Ivers Discuss PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coast Rep

Artistic Director and Director David Ivers discusses the beginnings of “Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical” at SCR. “For better or worse” takes on new meaning when a mysterious guest requests a kiss at Peter and Rita’s wedding—and their lives are forever changed. Watch the video here!
VIDEO: Take a Look Back at The Plays of Craig Lucas at South Coast Repertory Photo
VIDEO: Take a Look Back at The Plays of Craig Lucas at South Coast Repertory

South Coast Repertory has released a look back at its productions of Craig Lucas's work in honor of its production of 'Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical', running April 5-May 4, 2024. Check out the video retrospective here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Sean Hartley written?

Sean Hartley has written 1 shows including Cupid and Psyche (Bookwriter/Lyricist).

What awards has Sean Hartley been nominated for?

and Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Cupid and Psyche.

What awards has Sean Hartley won?

Sean Hartley has won the Outstanding Lyrics award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on Cupid and Psyche.

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