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[West End, 2023]
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[Broadway, 2015]
Music and Lyrics

Writing

Music and Lyrics
Composer & Lyricist

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Score

Wayne Kirkpatrick, Mrs. Doubtfire

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Lyrics

Wayne Kirkpatrick, Something Rotten!

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Wayne Kirkpatrick, Something Rotten!

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News


Society Of Composers & Lyricists To Present Awards To Giorgio Moroder, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2024

The Society of Composers & Lyricists announced Giorgio Moroder will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal to receive SCL Ambassador Awards.
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Landestheater Linz
by Martin Ganeider - Nov 17, 2024

SOMETHING ROTTEN! opens in Linz for its German Language Premiere. The show, written by Karey Kirkpatrick, Wayne Kirkpatrick, and John O'Farrell, is presented in German for the first time.
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at Musicalfare
by Michael Rabice - Nov 16, 2024

Something hilarious is playing out on stage of Musicalfare Theatre in their raucously funny production of SOMETHING ROTTEN. It’s a daring title that befits the silly musical that’s only purpose is to amuse.
SOMETHING ROTTEN, Jr. Comes to AMT Youth Theater in January
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024

AMT Youth Theater will present Something Rotten! JR., the story of two brothers who set out to write the world's first musical in this hilarious mash-up of sixteenth-century Shakespeare and twenty-first-century Broadway.
Santa Fe Playhouse Unveils 2025 Season Featuring a New Mexico Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2024

Santa Fe Playhouse revealed its 2025 season featuring the New Mexico premiere of PUEBLO REVOLT, curated by Anna M. Hogan, and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
How Often Do Broadway Writing Teams Share Credits?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 29, 2024

This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway writing teams share credits for both music and lyrics? 
Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE: The Musical at ASU Gammage
by Angela Kabasan-Gonzalez - Sep 19, 2024

What did our critic think of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at ASU Gammage?
Rob McClure Will Play Final Performance in MRS. DOUBTFIRE on Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024

Two-time Tony Award® nominee Rob McClure will say goodbye to the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire on October 13, 2024, after originating the role and earning a Tony nomination for his performance. He will have played over 400 performances with the show.   
Review: Broadway Star of MRS. DOUBTFIRE Amazes and Amuses at the Eccles Theater
by Tyler Hinton - Sep 13, 2024

How often can you see the star of a Broadway musical perform their Tony-nominated role in Salt Lake City? You have the rare opportunity now as Rob McClure leads the national tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at the Eccles Theater, and its one you really shouldn’t miss.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE Sets West End Closing Date, Hints at Future Productions
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2024

In a new special video, Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical has announced its London closing date. The musical will play its final performance on 26 April 2025 at The Shaftesbury Theatre.
Catherine Brunell Joins MRS. DOUBTFIRE National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2024

MRS. DOUBTFIRE announced new casting for its North American tour, featuring a fresh lineup of actors set to bring the beloved characters to life on stage.
Possum Point Players Present SOMETHING ROTTEN!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2024

Possum Point Players announced their upcoming production of SOMETHING ROTTEN!, a musical comedy set in the Renaissance era.
Society of Composers & Lyricists To Present Benj Pasek, Justin Paul and Jeff Beal With The Ambassador Award
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2024

The Society of Composers & Lyricists will honor Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal with the Ambassador Award at the SCL New York Holiday Party on December 4, 2024.
Tickets on Sale Friday For MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Salt Lake City
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2024

Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Salt Lake City will go on sale on Friday, August 9. 
Photos: SOMETHING ROTTEN! IN CONCERT at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024

On Monday 5 August the cast of SOMETHING ROTTEN! in concert took to the stage at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. See photos!
Review Roundup: SOMETHING ROTTEN! IN CONCERT at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Something Rotten! In Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn more about the performance!
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! IN CONCERT, Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Cindy Marcolina - Aug 6, 2024

In line with the trend of the moment, this is more than a concert and less than a full production. The set has been kept to a minimum, featuring only two heavy-looking wooden tables with chairs and banners with Tudor insignia, but there’s enough costumes and choreography to have a proper glimpse of what it might look like fully staged.
Photos: SOMETHING ROTTEN! IN CONCERT in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024

All new photos have been released of the cast in rehearsals for the UK premiere concert of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN! which plays Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 August. Check out the photos here!
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Gaslight-Baker Theatre
by Victoria Schwarz - Jul 24, 2024

It’s a party like it’s 1595 at Gaslight-Baker Theatre in Lockhart this month with their production of Wayne Kirkpatrick, Karey Kirkpatrick, and John O’Farrell’s musical farce, SOMETHING ROTTEN! from July 12 - August 4.
Pacific Conservatory Theatre Announces WAITRESS And More for Upcoming Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024

PCPA has announced its 61st season featuring THE SOUND OF MUSIC, THE BOOK OF WILL, THE RIVER BRIDE, and more. Discover a diverse lineup of performances from classics to contemporary works.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Wayne Kirkpatrick written?

Wayne Kirkpatrick has written 2 shows including Something Rotten! (Music and Lyrics), Mrs. Doubtfire (Composer & Lyricist).

What awards has Wayne Kirkpatrick been nominated for?

Outstanding Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mrs. Doubtfire, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Something Rotten! and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Something Rotten!.

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