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Stephen Lawrence Schwartz (born March 6, 1948) is an American musical theatre composer and lyricist. In a career spanning over five decades, Schwartz has written such hit musicals as Godspell (1971), Pippin (1972), and Wicked (2003).
Learn about the life and career of Stephen Schwartz, the composer of musicals such as WICKED, PIPPIN, GODSPELL and more. Find out his awards, collaborations, humanitarian work and publications.
Welcome to the official website of the American musical theatre lyricist and composer Stephen Schwartz, who has written such hit musicals as GODSPELL, PIPPIN, and WICKED. He has contributed lyrics for a number of successful films, including POCAHONTAS, THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, and ENCHANTED.
Stephen Schwartz’s musical journey began in New York City, where he was born in 1948. From an early age, Schwartz exhibited a profound talent for music, eventually leading him to study piano and composition at the Juilliard School of Music while still in high school.
Aug 6, 2021 · A look at the most prominent work by Stephen Schwartz as a composer and lyricist as his musical ‘Pippin’ opens at the Manatee Players.
- Jay Handelman
- Arts Editor And Theater Critic
May 21, 2018 · Career: Composer, lyricist, and director. Playhouse Theatre, New London, NH, director, 1966; RCA Records, New York City, artist and repertoire agent, 1969-71; John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC, artistic director; American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, director of musical theatre workshops. Member:
Sep 13, 2021 · Read a conversation with the legendary musical theatre composer Stephen Schwartz, who talks about his shows Pippin, Wicked and his influences. Learn about his journey from college to Broadway, his views on mental health and social issues, and his approach to writing music.
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