Stephen Schwartz

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Known For

Writing

Known Credits

5.501

Gender

Male

Birthday

06-Mar-1948

Age

(76 years old)

Place of Birth

New York City, New York, USA

Also Known As

Стівен Шварц
Stephen Lawrence Schwartz

Stephen Schwartz

Biography

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 hit musicals such as Godspell (1971), Pippin (1972), and Wicked (2003). He has contributed lyrics to a number of successful films, including Pocahontas (1995), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996), The Prince of Egypt (1998, music and lyrics), and Enchanted (2007).

Credits

Russian Broadway Shut Down (2014) Character: N/A
Citing homosexual propaganda law, Russian government outlaws theatrical performances ; Russian Broadway community responds.

The Making of the Wonderful Wizard of Oz (2013) Character: Self
Actor Martin Sheen narrates this newly produced, feature-length high definition documentary, touching on the film's timelessness and legacy before diving into the story of its development, production and release.

The Prince of Egypt: From Dream to Screen (1999) Character: Self
The making of The Prince of Egypt (1998).

The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story (2009) Character: Self
The troubled fraternal relationship between songwriters Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman, the Oscar and Grammy-winning Sherman Brothers, famous for the iconic hits they wrote for Disney.

Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked (2024) Character: Self
A behind-the-scenes look at the highly-anticipated two-part film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, featuring interviews with the cast and crew.

Wicked: The Real Story (2024) Character: Self
Delve into the mesmerising journey of the renowned stage production "Wicked" in this captivating documentary. Uncover the rich history behind the beloved book and stage adaptation, tracing its path to critical acclaim in the UK and beyond. Featuring exclusive interviews with past and present cast members, this documentary offers an intimate look at the enduring legacy of "Wicked."

tick, tick... BOOM! (2021) Character: Aspiring Composers and Lyricists
On the brink of turning 30, a promising theater composer navigates love, friendship and the pressure to create something great before time runs out.

Wicked (2024) Character: Emerald City Guard
Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her green skin, and Glinda, a popular aristocrat gilded by privilege, become unlikely friends in the fantastical Land of Oz. As the two women struggle with their opposing personalities, their friendship is tested as both begin to fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Take Me to the World: A Sondheim 90th Birthday Celebration (2020) Character: Self - Performer
To celebrate the 90th birthday of Broadway songwriting great Stephen Sondheim, an A-list group of performers sing songs of inspiration from his songbook in a concert event filmed in their homes. Hosted and co-produced by Raúl Esparza, the acclaimed one-night-only event was created as a benefit for ASTEP (Artists Striving to End Poverty).

Stephen Schwartz

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