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Thomas Meehan won the 2003 Tony for co-writing the book for Hairspray, the 2001 Tony for the book of The Producers and the 1977 Tony for the book of Annie, which was his first Broadway show. He has since written the books for Young Frankenstein, I Remember Mama, Ain't Broadway Grand, Annie Warbucks and Bombay Dreams. He is a long-time contributor of humor, including "Yma Dream," to The New Yorker; an Emmy-winning television writer; and a collaborator on screenplays, including Mel Brooks' Spaceballs, To Be or Not to Be and The Producers. He is a member of the Council of the Dramatists Guild.

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[West End, 2022]
Book
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Book Writer
 
[West End, 2017] [Replacement]
Book[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2017]
Playwright
 
[US Tour, 2014]
Book
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Book
 
[Broadway, 2007] [Replacement]
Book[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Book Revisions
 
[Broadway, 1978]
Book Revisions

Writing

Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Libretto
Bookwriter
Bookwriter

Thomas Meehan Movies

Annie
[ 1982 ] book
To Be or Not to Be
[ 1983 ] writer
One Magic Christmas
[ 1985 ] writer
Spaceballs
[ 1987 ] writer
The Producers
[ 2005 ] Max's Attorney

Thomas Meehan Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Death Takes a Holiday

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Cry-Baby


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Hairspray


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Best Musical

Thomas Meehan, Hairspray


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Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Hairspray


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Choreography

Thomas Meehan, The Producers


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Best Musical

Thomas Meehan, The Producers


winner
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, The Producers


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1977 - Outstanding Book

Thomas Meehan, Annie


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1977 - Best Musical

Thomas Meehan, Annie


winner
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Book of a Musical

Thomas Meehan, Annie

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Thomas Meehan News


MEAN GIRLS, ANNIE & More Set for Pikes Peak Center 24-25 Season


The 24–25 Season for Pikes Peak Center has been revealed. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Musical Comedy Hit HAIRSPRAY Is Coming To The Fox Performing Arts Center!


The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway's Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, HAIRSPRAY. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O'Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will close out the 23–24 BROADWAY AT THE FOX IN RIVERSIDE Series at the Fox Performing Arts Center May 8–9, 2024.

MEAN GIRLS, AIN'T TOO PROUD And More Announced for Broadway At Pikes Peak Center 2024-25 Season


Discover the exciting new season lineup for the 24-25 Broadway at Pikes Peak Center series.

The Lesser-Known Works of Composer, Musician, and Orchestrator Tom Kitt


Tom Kitt's latest project is providing Orchestrations and Music Consulting for the new Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen. As Kitt's work hits the Broadway stage yet again, here are some of his recent collaborations that Broadway fans may not be as familiar with!

Review: ROCKY THE MUSICAL at MTKC Pro


The Music Theatre Kansas City – (Pro) KC Premiere production of the 2014’s Broadway version of “Rocky the Musical” is surprisingly worth your time.  It is hard to have avoided Sylvester Stallone’s “Rocky Franchise” beginning as a sleeper, low budget film hit in 1976.  So far there have been six “Rocky” movies plus several follow-on films based on the career of the son of Apollo Creed, Rocky’s original opponent and eventual friend.

Pittsburgh CLO Announces Three New Programs To Make Theater More Family Accessible


Pittsburgh CLO is implementing changes to make theater more accessible for families. Discover how they're removing barriers and promoting inclusivity in the world of Broadway.

ANNIE is Coming to the Washington Pavilion This Spring


The Washington Pavilion will present ANNIE! See when and where to catch the performance and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE PRODUCERS & More Set for The Delray Beach Playhouse 2024-2025 Season


Explore the 2024-2025 season at the Delray Beach Playhouse, featuring top-tier performers, classic musicals, comedy, and nostalgia. Don't miss this exciting lineup of entertainment.

ANNIE Added To Broadway In Austin's 24-25 Season


Broadway in Austin has added the iconic musical ANNIE to its 24-25 season lineup. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, & JULIET and More Set for Segerstrom Center for the Arts 24/25 Season


Segerstrom Center for the Arts has unveiled its Broadway lineup for the 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Geva Theatre's 2024-25 Season


Geva Theatre has announced its 24/25 Season, kicking off this September. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Julia Nicole Hunter Comes Home to Tennessee, Playing Grace Farrell in ANNIE


In the world of theater, there exists a sisterhood of women who can count an appearance as an orphan (maybe even THE orphan) in a production of Annie as either their first onstage role or one of their most vivid onstage performances. But for Murfreesboro native Julia Nicole Hunter, who now stars as Grace Farrell in the national touring company of the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical coming to  Tennessee Performing Arts Center this week, her current role as Oliver Warbucks’ faithful assistant marks her first time ever in the show.

SIX, COME FROM AWAY, and More Set For Broadway in Fresno 2024-25 Season


Broadway in Fresno has announced its 2024-2025 Season line-up, featuring the Fresno premieres of SIX, COME FROM AWAY, and TINA – The Tina Turner Musical as well as the return of family favorite ANNIE for an unforgettable season.

From La Jolla Playhouse to Broadway - A Brief History


Learn more about some of the Broadway productions that you may not have realized began their journey at La Jolla Playhouse! 

Tickets Go On Sale For HAIRSPRAY in Dallas This Week


The Dallas engagement of HAIRSPRAY  will go on sale Friday, March 22 at 10 a.m. This new North American tour, helmed by original director Jack O’Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will play June 18-30 in Dallas at the Music Hall at Fair Park.

Pittsburgh CLO Announces WEST SIDE STORY And More For 2024 Summer Season


Pittsburgh CLO has your summer mapped out promising an array of captivating productions across the city's Cultural District. Pittsburgh CLO continues their long-standing commitment of creating Broadway caliber shows made by Pittsburgh, for Pittsburgh, and in partnership with Pittsburgh.

TV: Hablamos con Armando Pita y Ricky Mata de THE PRODUCERS


Los dos actores protagonizan el musical de Mel Brooks ahora en el Alcalá de Madrid durante 10 únicas semanas.

Initial Cast and Additional Dates Set For HAIRSPRAY UK Tour


Initial casting and further tour dates have been announced for the 2024/25 UK and Ireland tour of Hairspray. Learn more about who is starring in the musical here, and where you can catch the show!

THE PRODUCERS se estrena en el Teatro Nuevo Alcalá de Madrid


El musical cuenta la historia de Max Bialystock, un productor de Broadway que está en la ruina, y Leo Bloom, un joven contable. Ambos sueñan con hacerse ricos con un plan sorprendente. Para conseguir su objetivo, tienen que producir el fracaso más grande de la historia del teatro musical y huir con el dinero de los inversores. Pero poner en marcha un auténtico desastre no es nada fácil.  Tienen que encontrar el peor guion, el peor equipo de dirección, los peores actores y estrenar un espectáculo absolutamente espantoso. ¿Lo conseguirán?

WICKED, ANNIE, and More Set For Broadway in Peoria 2024-25 Season


The American Theatre Guild has announced its 24–25 Season for the Peoria Civic Center. The Broadway in Peoria Series will include several Broadway touring productions. Learn more here!

Thomas Meehan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Thomas Meehan written?

Thomas Meehan has written 17 shows including Cry-Baby (Bookwriter), Hairspray (Bookwriter), Annie (Bookwriter), I Remember Mama (Bookwriter), Lyle The Crocodile (Bookwriter), Annie 2 (Bookwriter), Ain't Broadway Grand (Bookwriter), Annie Warbucks (Bookwriter), The Producers (Bookwriter), Bombay Dreams (Bookwriter), Robin Hood (Bookwriter), Death Takes a Holiday (Bookwriter), 1984 (Libretto), Young Frankenstein (Bookwriter), Elf - The Musical (Bookwriter), Chaplin (Bookwriter), Rocky (Bookwriter).

What awards has Thomas Meehan been nominated for?

Thomas Meehan has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Death Takes a Holiday," Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Cry-Baby," and Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hairspray." He also received awards such as Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Hairspray" and "The Producers." Additionally, Meehan won Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hairspray," "The Producers," and "Annie," as well as Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Producers" and Outstanding Book for "Annie."

What awards has Thomas Meehan won?

Thomas Meehan has won several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hairspray," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Hairspray," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hairspray." He also won Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Producers," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "The Producers," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "The Producers." Additionally, Meehan received the Outstanding Book award at the Drama Desk Awards for "Annie," Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Annie," and Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Annie."

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