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BIO

Received a Tony nomination and a Drama Desk Award for Wicked. She created the memorable television drama “My So-Called Life” which starred Claire Danes. Holzman got her start writing for the acclaimed drama “thirtysomething” and later executive produced (again with Marshall Herskovitz and Edward Zwick) “Once and Again.” Other theatre work includes the musical Birds of Paradise (with composer David Evans) and a ten-minute play called Post-Its: Notes on a Marriage which she wrote with her husband, actor Paul Dooley. Features include ‘Til There Was You. Also an actress, Ms. Holzman appeared in Jerry Maguire and as Larry’s wife’s therapist on “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” Most recently she teamed with her daughter, Savannah Dooley, to write and produce the ABC Family series, “Huge.” She is a graduate of Princeton University, received an MFA from the NYU Musical Theatre Program and serves on the board of the Writers Guild Foundation.

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2003]
Book

Writing

Bookwriter
Lyricist
Bookwriter

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2004 - Best Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked

Videos

News


Video: WICKED's West End Stars Emma Kingston & Zizi Strallen Sing 'For Good'
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2025

Be chaged 'For Good' first a first listen to the new stars of Wicked in the West End singing 'For Good.' The London production has released a new video of Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen singing the classic song from the hit musical.
Prospect Musicals' IGNITE Concert Festival to Launch Next Week With Katrina Lenk and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025

Prospect Musicals’ new residency at Baruch Performing Arts Center begins this upcoming week with the IGNITE Concert Festival, running from March 27 – April 13, 2025. See the lineup and learn how to attend.
Photos: Emma Kingston, Zizi Strallen, and the New London Cast of WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025

All new photos have been released ahead of the 2025/26 West End company of Wicked, led by Emma Kingston as Elphaba and Zizi Strallen as Glinda. Check out the photos here!
WICKED ya a la venta en formato digital
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Mar 14, 2025

Hoy 14 de marzo ya está a la venta en España la versión digital de WICKED en España con un precio de 13,99€ en diversas plataformas digitales.
WICKED Returns To Madison This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025

“Wicked,” Madison’s most popular musical, will return to Overture Center this July in Overture Hall. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11 a.m. 
Video: Watch Lencia Kebede Make Broadway History With WICKED Debut
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2025

On March 4, Lencia Kebede made Broadway history as the first Black actress to play Elphaba full-time on Broadway. Watch a video from her curtain call, which includes a first look at the brand-new, updated wig for Elphaba.
A NIGHT OF NEW WORK By Tisch's Musical Theatre Writing Program Graduates is Coming to 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present A Night of New Work from the 2024 graduating class of NYU Tisch's Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program. Learn how to attend.
Photos: WICKED Welcomes Lencia Kebede, Allie Trimm, and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

Wicked on Broadway will welcome five new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre. Check out all new photos of the new 2025 cast and learn more here!
WICKED llega en marzo al formato doméstico
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Feb 28, 2025

El próximo 14 de marzo se pondrá a la venta en España la versión digital de WICKED en España con un precio de 13,99€.
Tickets to WICKED in Indianapolis to go on Sale Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

WICKED, Indianapolis' most popular musical, will return to Old National Centre in June. Wicked is currently the 4th longest-running Broadway show in history. Learn more!
Prospect Musicals Launches Multi-Year Residency at Baruch PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

Prospect Musicals is launching a new multi-year residency at Baruch Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to attend.
David Saint Will Retire as Artistic Director of George Street Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

George Street Playhouse has announced that Artistic Director David Saint will retire as Artistic Director at the conclusion of the 2024/2025 season.  George Street Playhouse will honor Saint at the 2025 Gala.
Ariana Grande Shares BTS Video of Stephen Schwartz's WICKED Movie Cameo
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2025

Ariana Grande has taken to Instagram to share a new behind-the-scenes look at Stephen Schwartz on the Wicked film set. Her post also includes several other clips with co-stars Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, and Ethan Slater.
Tickets to WICKED at Marcus Performing Arts Center on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025

WICKED, Milwaukee's most popular musical, will return to the Marcus Performing Arts Center this summer as the final show of the 2024/25 Broadway at the Marcus Center Season. Learn how to purchase tickets.
NaTasha Yvette Williams, Jenna Bainbridge & Daniel Quadrino to Join WICKED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

WICKED on Broadway will welcome three new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre this spring. See who is starring in the production and learn more about the show.
WICKED supera el millón de espectadores en España
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Jan 29, 2025

La primera parte de WICKED ya ha superado el millón de espectadores en España, con una recaudación en nuestro país de más de siete millones de euros.
What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America in 2025? - A Complete Guide
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025

Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production as they make their way across the United States and Canada on their North American routes, including musicals and plays.
Video: WICKED's New Elphaba Lencia Kebede Sings 'Defying Gravity' Before Historic Broadway Run
by Michael Major - Jan 24, 2025

Watch Wicked's next Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, sing 'Defying Gravity' in an emotional video. On March 4, 2025 she will make history as the first Black actress to assume the role of Elphaba full time in the Broadway company.
Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen Will Join West End Cast of WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
WICKED Tour Cancels January 10th Performance Due To Los Angeles Wildfires
by Joshua Wright - Jan 10, 2025

Tonight's performance of WICKED (January 10th, 2025 at 8:00 PM) in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre has been cancelled due to extreme winds and fire conditions. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Winnie Holzman written?

Winnie Holzman has written 3 shows including A...My Name Is Alice (Material), Birds of Paradise (Bookwriter), Wicked (Bookwriter).

What awards has Winnie Holzman been nominated for?

Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Wicked, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Wicked and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Wicked.

What awards has Winnie Holzman won?

Winnie Holzman has won the Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Wicked and the Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Wicked.

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