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Chad Beguelin is a four-time Tony nominee whose works include Disney's Aladdin (Tony Award nomination for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Lyrics and Best Book) and The Wedding Singer (Tony Award nomination for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Lyrics). He also wrote the lyrics for the Broadway musical Elf. Chad is the recipient of the Edward Kleban Award for Outstanding Lyric Writing, the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation Award, the Gilman & Gonzalez- Falla Musical Theater Award and the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award. Chad is a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts Graduate Dramatic Writing Program. Much love to Tom.

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[West End, 2022]
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[US Tour, 2021]
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[Broadway, 2014]
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Chad Beguelin Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

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Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Lyrics

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding New Score

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Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Book of a Musical

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Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

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Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

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Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lyrics

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Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Book of a Musical

Chad Beguelin, Aladdin

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

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winner
Richard Rodgers Award - 2010 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award

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Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Book of a Musical

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Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

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Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play

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- 2000 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

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Michael James Scott visita ALADDIN en Madrid


ALADDÍN ha celebrado su primer año en Madrid al mismo tiempo que la producción de Broadway cumple una década en la gran manzana, y qué mejor manera de aunar ambos eventos que con la visita a la versión española de Michael James Scott, quien en la actualidad interpreta al Genio en el New Amsterdam Theatre de Nueva York.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 8, 2024- HAMILTON Rises to the Top


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 8, 2024.

Review: DISNEY'S ALADDIN at Broadway San Diego


Aladdin now playing through April 7th at the Civic Theatre through Broadway San Diego invites you to enjoy their Arabian night of magic, music, and magic carpets.

Review: THE PROM in the University Theater at University Of Arkansas Fayetteville


What did our critic think of THE PROM at University Of Arkansas Fayetteville? For day two of visiting The University of Arkansas in Fayetteville Theatre program, I was able to catch THE PROM by Bob Martin, Chad Beguelin, and Matthew Sklar. Not knowing what it was about or who was in it, I went inside University Theater with an almost packed house of U of A students.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 1, 2024- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Rolls to the Top


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 1, 2024.

BEETLEJUICE & More Lead Seattle's April 2024 Top Theatre Shows


Seattle 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 April 2024 include Beetlejuice, Aladdin, and more!

Regional Premiere Of THE PROM to be Presented At San Diego City College


The San Diego City College Dramatic Arts Program will present the regional premiere of the hit Broadway musical The Prom. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cast and Creative Team Set for THE PROM at ZACH Theatre


ZACH Theatre has revealed the cast and creatives for the Austin premiere of The Prom, running. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Slow Burn Theatre Company Invites Audiences To THE PROM


Discover THE PROM, a captivating musical brought to you by Slow Burn Theatre in Miami.

ALADDIN & More Lead Seattle's Spring 2024 Top Theatre Shows


Seattle 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 Spring 2024 include Aladdin​​​​​​​ and more.

Review: ALADDIN at Princess Of Wales


The story of the ascendance of young Aladdin from “street rat” to sultan in Agrabah, this morality tale about the importance of pure-heartedness, self-determination and using your power to help others is a straightforward, fun show that expands slightly on the original film’s memorable musical numbers.

ALADDIN To Celebrate 10 Years On Broadway With A Special Performance In March!


Disney's hit musical adventure Aladdin will celebrate ten years on Broadway with a very special performance on March 28.

The Riverdale Repertory Company and Riverdale Rising Stars To Present THE PROM In March


Don't miss the multi-generational production of THE PROM from The Riverdale Repertory Company and Riverdale Rising Stars. Running March 9 and 17 at Riverdale Y.

ALADDIN Comes to the Morris Performing Arts Center Next Month


The tour of Disney’s ALADDIN comes to South Bend next month. This hit Broadway musical comedy is part of the 23–24 BROADWAY IN SOUTH BEND SERIES and will begin performances at The Morris Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, March 19 for a limited engagement through Sunday, March 24.

Review: THE PROM at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Allenberry


One of the best aspects of this production, though, is the choreography by Brady Bennett. The choreography is carefully crafted to fit each character, emotion, and song, and the cast performs it with joy and precision. The Prom is an emotional and uplifting musical filled with hope.

Larry Owens, Veronica Mansour & More to Receive 2023 Jonathan Larson Grants


The American Theatre Wing has revealed the recipients of the 2023 Jonathan Larson Grant. Learn more about the grant and the winners here.

Review: THE PROM at White Theatre


What did our critic think of THE PROM at White Theatre? Running now at the White Theatre inside the Jewish Community Center is a production of a new musical dealing with the serious subjects of celebrity, gender identity and social intolerance run wild that somehow still offers the audience a real feel-good experience.  

Broadway Buying Guide: January 29, 2024


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, January 29, 2024.

What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America For The 2024/2025 Season? - A Complete Guide


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.

THE PROM is Coming to Kansas City's The White Theatre This Month


Popular Broadway Musical 'The Prom' is coming to The White Theatre at The J in Kansas City. The show tells the story of a high school student named Emma who fights for her right to bring her girlfriend to prom.

Chad Beguelin FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Chad Beguelin written?

Chad Beguelin has written 9 shows including Half Time (Bookwriter), The Rhythm Club (Bookwriter/Lyricist), On the Record (Bookwriter), The Wedding Singer (Bookwriter), Elf - The Musical (Lyricist), Harbor (Playwright), Aladdin (Bookwriter), Gotta Dance (Book), The Prom (Book and Lyrics).

What awards has Chad Beguelin been nominated for?

Chad Beguelin has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Prom," Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Prom," and Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Prom." He was also nominated for Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for both "The Prom" and "Aladdin," as well as Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for both productions. Additionally, he received the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award and won the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Rhythm Club." Beguelin was also recognized as the Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.

What awards has Chad Beguelin won?

Chad Beguelin has won the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award) and Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.

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