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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.

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[Broadway, 2003]
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Writing

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Awards and Nominations


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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2004 - Best Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Winnie Holzman, Wicked

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News


WICKED Movie Screenplay Now Available for Free Online

Fans of Wicked can now experience the new film in a whole new way. The full script has been released online and is available to read for free. Readers of the screenplay will be able to discover some content that didn't make it into the final cut.
Los cines de España ofrecerán sesiones Sing-Along de WICKED el 1 de enero

WICKED, la adaptación cinematográfica del fenómeno teatral que ya se ha convertido en uno de los grandes éxitos del año, ofrecerá en algunos cines de España sesiones Sing-Along de la versión original subtitulado en español el 1 de enero de 2025 para que el público pueda cantar las canciones junto con sus personajes favoritos de la película.
Video: A WICKED Adon Olam at Park Avenue Synagogue

With the success of the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked, Park Avenue Synagogue recently presented an Adam Olam to the tune of 'Popular.' Watch the performance here!
WICKED Part One- All of the Nominations and Awards

BroadwayWorld has put together a list of the major national and international award nominations and wins for part one of the major movie musical. The list includes Golden Globes, the National Board of Review, the Critics' Choice Awards, and more. 
WICKED Receives 11 Critics Choice Award Nominations; Full List!

Wicked is racking up nominations as one of the most-nominated films of the year for the 2024 Critics Choice Awards. Wicked, along with Conclave, lead this year’s film contenders, having earned 11 nominations each.
BroadwayCon Reveals First Slate of 2025 Panels and Programming

BroadwayCon has unveiled a first look at its programming schedule for BroadwayCon 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets and attend!
CASTING CALL: SOM Produce convoca audiciones para WICKED

La nueva producción contará con la dirección y adaptación de David Serrano y se estrenará en octubre de 2025 en el Nuevo Alcalá de Madrid.
Mirela Cabero estará en directo con BroadwayWorld Spain este domingo

El próximo domingo 15 de diciembre a las 15.00h en el Instagram oficial de BroadwayWorld Spain la actriz y cantante Mirela Cabero estará en directo para hablarnos de su trabajo en la película WICKED como voz cantada de Elphaba.
LISTEN: Las voces protagonistas de WICKED visitan Patio de Voces en RNE

El programa de RNE Patio de Voces ha entrevistado a Miguel Antelo (Director de doblaje, voz de Fiyero, adaptador de letras), Mirela Cabero (voz cantada de Elphaba) y Anabel García (voz cantada de Glinda) sobre su proceso de trabajo para el doblaje castellano de WICKED, el que ya es sin duda el estreno de la temporada.
Everything You Need to Know About WICKED: PART TWO

The hit Broadway musical Wicked is officially coming to the big screen! BroadwayWorld collected all the information we could about the upcoming film - including who's starring, what viewers can expect, and what will change from stage to screen.
WICKED Returns to the Eccles Theatre

Wicked will return to the Eccles Theater in April. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, December 6 at 10 a.m. Learn more about the show here!
WICKED to Return to Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre This Month

WICKED, will return to Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited nine-week run across the 2024 holiday season. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
WATCH: Puedes ver la escena completa de ‘What is this feeling?’ de WICKED en castellano

Que WICKED es el estreno del momento no es ya un secreto para nadie, habiéndose convertido en la adaptación al cine de un musical de Broadway que más ha recaudado en su primer fin de semana.
Miguel Antelo, Sara Heras, Catherina Martínez y Anabel García harán un Coloquio sobre WICKED este sábado

El próximo sábado 30 de noviembre los cines Kinépolis Ciudad de la Imagen de Madrid ofrecerán un pase especial de WICKED que vendrá seguido de un coloquio con el director del doblaje español y voz de Fiyero Miguel Antelo, la voz de Elphaba en los diálogos Chaterina Martínez y las voces de Glinda Sarah Eras (diálogos) y Anabel García (canciones). El coloquio estará presentado por el periodista especializado en teatro musical Juan María Villagrán.
Who Cameos in Part One of the WICKED Movie?

Now that Wicked is finally in theaters, eagle-eyed viewers have been excitedly spotting the many thrillifying cameos that grace the screen in the new film. Take a look at our guide to find out which Wicked alums appear! Major spoilers abound!
Feature: WICKED THE MOVIE at Harkins 101

Written from the point of view of a theatre fan, guest contributor David Appleford provides a piece full of details and insights regarding the new film, WICKED, and how it compares to the stage musical.
Interview: WICKED Author Gregory Maguire on Movie Musical, Upcoming Prequel Novel & More

BroadwayWorld spoke with Wicked author Gregory Maguire about the upcoming film adaptation starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, his new book Elphie: A Wicked Childhood, and much more. Read the full interview here.
SOM Produce estrenará WICKED en octubre de 2025 en el Nuevo Alcalá de Madrid

Esta nueva producción contará con la dirección y adaptación de David Serrano.
WICKED Celebrates 7000 Performances in the West End and Extends Booking

WICKED will tonight play its 7000th performance at the Apollo Victoria Theatre London, where it continues as the 10th longest-running West End production in history. Plus booking has extended
Review: WICKED at The Paramount Theatre

Dear Readers, something struck me last night while watching the juggernaut musical “Wicked”, currently playing at the Paramount Theatre. No, it wasn’t a flying monkey. It’s just how incredible this show is. It’s withstood the test of time ever since it’s Broadway premiere back in 2003 even though it didn’t win the Tony for Best Musical (that year it went to “Avenue Q”). It’s still running on Broadway, there have been tour after tour, and now we even have a huge blockbuster movie version coming to theaters in a few weeks. But why? For that answer I think we should take a look at this current run which, while not my favorite viewing of the show, still exemplifies what makes this show great.

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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