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Rupert Holmes

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Rupert Holmes is the author of numerous songs, musicals, plays and novels, which have earned him three Tony Awards (Best Book, Best Score and Best Musical), several Drama Desk Awards, and the prestigious Edgar Award, which was given to him by the Mystery Writers of America. He has developed and arranged songs for many renowned artists, including Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Barry Manilow, Paul Williams, the Manhattan Transfer and Barbara Cook. His Solitary, which starred Stacy Keach, set a new box office record at the Kennedy Center. Other notable theatrical projects include the Tony Award-Winning, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, the Tonynominated Say Goodnight Gracie, The Accomplice, Goosebumps and Marty. His latest show, Curtains!, a Kander and Ebb musical, recently played to major acclaim on Broadway. He also received an Emmy for his made-fortelevision dramedy, "Remember WENN," and more recently his novel, Where The Truth Lies, has been translated into a major motion picture starring Kevin Bacon.

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[Broadway, 2012]
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[Broadway, 2002]
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[Broadway, 1990]
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[Broadway, 1985]
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[Off-Broadway, 1985]
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Rupert Holmes Awards and Nominations


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Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Book of a Musica

Rupert Holmes, Curtains

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lyrics

Rupert Holmes, Curtains

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Book of a Musical

Rupert Holmes, Curtains

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Rupert Holmes, Curtains

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Play

Rupert Holmes, Say Goodnight Gracie


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Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Book of a Musical

Rupert Holmes, The Mystery of Edwin Drood


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

Rupert Holmes, The Mystery of Edwin Drood

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Rupert Holmes News


Klea Blackhurst to Return to Chelsea Table + Stage With ONE OF THE GIRLS


CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a fantastic season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Jason Alexander to Star in Lonny Price-Helmed FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at La Mirada


Jason Alexander and more will be starring in Fiddler on the Roof at La Mirada Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

ALL THINGS EQUAL Comes to Westport Country Playhouse in May


Westport Country Playhouse will present “All Things Equal: The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg,” a one-woman play written by Tony Award-winning playwright Rupert Holmes and directed by Laley Lippard, for three performances, Friday and Saturday, May 3 and 4 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, May 5, at 3 p.m.

Video: The Cast of CHOIR OF MAN At Apollo Theatre Performs 'Escape (The Pina Colada Song)'


See first look video of the Chicago engagement of The Choir of Man, now playing at the Apollo Theatre. Check out the cast singing Escape (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes! 

VIDEO: Mamie Parris & More Rehearsing THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals


Get a first look at Goodspeed Musical's The Mystery of Edwin Drood, the first production of the 2024 season, in rehearsal. The production runs at The Goodspeed from April 5 – June 2 in East Haddam, Conn. 

Klea Blackhurst to Present THE BOX SET Series at Chelsea Table + Stage


CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a fantastic season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Mamie Parris on Bringing THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD to Goodspeed Musicals


We sat down with Mamie Parris to talk about Goodspeed Musicals' The Mystery of Edwin Drood - the first production of the storied theatre's 2024 season. The production will be on stage at The Goodspeed from April 5th – June 2nd in East Haddam, Conn. 

Review: ALAN CUMMING IS NOT ACTING HIS AGE delights Sanders Theatre audience


What did our critic think of ALAN CUMMING IS NOT ACTING HIS AGE at Sanders Theatre? In his eponymous show Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age, the performer definitely lives up to the title.

Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Candlelight Music Theatre


What did our critic think of TCandlelight Music Theatre normally plays it safe when scheduling a season. That’s’ why Aisle Say was surprised that “THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD” was part of this year’s season. And more so for the musical was written by Rupert Holmes, whose most prominent claim to fame was his #1 Billboard hit, the romantically funny tune, “The Pina Colada Song”. (To give Holmes his due, the musical won the Tony for Best Musical in 1986).HE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Candlelight Music Theatre?

Lehigh Valley Charter High School For The Arts to Present THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD


Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts will present THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, a musical by Rupert Holmes.

Video: Writer Rupert Holmes on THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals


Goodspeed Musicals will present The Mystery of Edwin Drood as its first production of the 2024 season from April 5 – June 2nd, 2024. Watch as writer Rupert Holmes talks about bringing the musical to the Goodspeed.

ALL THINGS EQUAL - THE LIFE & TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG is Coming to the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga


Catch the Canadian premiere of ALL THINGS EQUAL - THE LIFE & TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look New Line Theatre's SWEET POTATO QUEENS


Check out production photos from Sweet Potato Queens at New Line Theatre here!

THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Comes to The Candlelight Theatre in March


The Mystery Of Edwin Drood comes to The Candlelight Theatre in March. Performances run March 16 – April 21.

AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY & More Lead St. Louis' March 2024 Top Theatre Shows


St. Louis is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for March 2024 include August: Osage County, Company, and more.

THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Comes to PCS Theater in March


PCS Theater will present 'The Mystery of Edwin Drood,' a musical by Rupert Holmes, featuring interactive storytelling. The musical is under the direction of Mike Sokolowski, choreography by Sarah Reynolds, and music direction by Zoi McNamara.

Developmental Readings of BORDELLO THE MUSICAL Set For This Week


 The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Bordello, The Musical, with book by Barbara Bellman and Joan Ross Sorkin, music by Emiliano Messiez, lyrics by Barbara Bellman, music direction by Steven Gross and directed by Will Pomerantz.

BORDELLO, THE MUSICAL To Have York Theatre Company Developmental Readings


Bordello, The Musical is set to have developmental readings at York Theatre Company on February 29 and March 1.

WHISPER DARKLY Concept Album Featuring Brad Oscar, Alli Mauzey & More Out Now


The concept album of the new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly is available in digial and streaming formats now.

Yachtley Crew Announce 'Full Steam Ahead Tour' In Support Of Their Debut EP 'Seas The Day'


Seas the Day was produced and mixed by Grammy award winning Chris Lord-Alge (Stevie Nicks, Steven Tyler, Keith Urban, Bruce Springsteen, Green Day) and features the band's first original song “S*x on the Beach,” accompanied by a video with a guest appearance by the Access Hollywood & iHeart host, Mario Lopez.

Rupert Holmes FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Rupert Holmes written?

Rupert Holmes has written 10 shows including The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Bookwriter), Barbara Cook: A Concert for the Theatre (Composer), Accomplice (Playwright), Solitary Confinement (Playwright), Twelfth Night (Music), Say Goodnight, Gracie (Playwright), Marty (Bookwriter), Curtains (Lyricist), A Time To Kill (Adaptor), The Nutty Professor (Lyricist).

What awards has Rupert Holmes been nominated for?

Rupert Holmes has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Curtains," Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for "Curtains," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Curtains," Best Original Score at the Tony Awards for "Curtains," Best Play at the Tony Awards for "Say Goodnight Gracie," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," and Best Original Score at the Tony Awards for "The Mystery of Edwin Drood."

What awards has Rupert Holmes won?

Rupert Holmes has won several awards for his work in Broadway. He won the Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Curtains," the Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," and the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "The Mystery of Edwin Drood."

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