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Burt Bacharach

Birth Place: Kansas City, MO, USA

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Burt Freeman Bacharach was an American composer, songwriter, record producer, and pianist who is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures of 20th-century popular music. He composed hundreds of pop songs from the late 1950s, many in collaboration with lyricist Hal David.

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[Broadway, 2003]
Composer
 
[Broadway, 1968]
Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1967]
Conductor
Music Arranger

Writing


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winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1969 - Outstanding Music

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Dionne Warwick Comes to Soka Performing Arts Center in September


Dionne Warwick will perform one concert only at Soka Performing Arts Center on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, at 5 p.m. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, April 17 at 12 noon.

Review: Patti LuPone Splendidly Sings of A LIFE IN NOTES


In the past few years, Patti LuPone has resigned from Actor’s Equity Association and suspended her legendary Broadway career, but as she proved with her Celebrity Series of Boston performance at Symphony Hall on April 2, the three-time Tony Award winner can still command a concert stage.

Ogunquit Playhouse Shares Results of 2023 Economic Impact Study


Ogunquit Playhouse has shared the results of its 2023 Economic Impact Study. ConsultEcon was retained by The Playhouse to evaluate and quantify its annual economic impacts and fiscal benefits for York County (Local Economy) and the State of Maine (Regional Economy). 

See Nicole Henry, Andrea McArdle & More at 54 Below Next Week


Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cost N' Mayor to Choreograph and Abbey O'Brien To Direct WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse


Renowned choreography duo Cost n' Mayor and acclaimed director Abbey O'Brien join forces for the upcoming production of WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse.

Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Years


Available for the first time in the nearly 60 years since they were introduced, the four 1960s vocal albums from Lainie Kazan are now streaming on all digital platforms.

Review: Carole Bufford Sings the Hits of the Fearless Females of the 1960's at 54 Below


This reviewer was completely overwhelmed by Carole Bufford’s resounding voice at her YOU DON’T OWN ME - THE FEARLESS FEMALES OF THE 1960’s show on March 14, 2024.

Detroit Opera Reveals 2024-25 Season


Detroit Opera has announced its 2024–25 Opera and Dance seasons. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Review: PAT METHENY at Riffe Center


In his two-hour set, Metheny, the only artist to win Grammys in 10 different categories, was like a magician as he revealed the skills that garnered him gold records for Still Life (Talking), Letter from Home, and Secret Story.

Review: CHRISTINE ANDREAS Brings Paris to 54 Below


This reviewer was overwhelmed by Christine Andreas’s magical and bewitching voice. C’est magnifique!!

Lucie Jones, Carole Bufford, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week


Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Learn more about the performances and how to get tickets here!

Gretna Theatre Reveals Summer 2024 Season


Single tickets and subscriptions are on sale now for Gretna Theatre's 97th season, including five mainstage productions and four Family Series presentations, most of which will take place this summer at the historic Mt. Gretna Playhouse.

Billy Porter And More To Celebrate Elton John And Bernie Taupin Receiving The Gershwin Prize In All-Star Tribute


Join the celebration as Elton John and Bernie Taupin receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize. The lineup includes performances by Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, and Billy Porter.

Chilina Kennedy and Constantine Maroulis Will Lead Reading of ALL THE RAGE Musical


A one-night-only reading of the musical All The Rage will be held as part of Spark Theatre Festival this March. The reading will star Broadway's Chilina Kennedy and Constantine Maroulis.

Justin Hayward and Christopher Cross Come to Indian Ranch This Summer


The voice of The Moody Blues Justin Hayward and five time Grammy Award Winner Christopher Cross will perform at Indian Ranch on Sunday, July 7, 2024.

Diane Warren to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala


Diane Warren will be honored with the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala in New York City on June 13, 2024. Other notable inductees include Hillary Lindsey, Timbaland, and R.E.M. The award reflects whose body of work upholds the gold standard set by the legendary Johnny Mercer.

THE LOOK OF LOVE Comes to BAM Next Month


Mark Morris will team up again with musical collaborator Ethan Iverson for The Look of Love, a wistful and heartfelt homage to the chart-topping songs of Burt Bacharach which premiered to acclaim in 2022 at the Kennedy Center.

Charlotte Wakefield, Jamie Muscato & More to Star in SPRING AWAKENING 15th Anniversary Reunion Concert in the UK


Initial cast members have been revealed for the 15th Anniversary concert of the original West End production of Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik’s Tony, Olivier and Grammy award-winning musical SPRING AWAKENING.

Review: Renée Fleming Dazzles with VOICE OF NATURE: THE ANTHROPOCENE at Symphony Hall


What did our critic think of VOICE OF NATURE: THE ANTHROPOCENE at Symphony Hall? With her sold-out Celebrity Series of Boston performance this past Sunday at Symphony Hall, Renée Fleming offered a splendid reminder, although none is needed, of why she is widely considered to be the preeminent American soprano of today.

Jackie DeShannon to Discuss Her Career and Country Music Roots at the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum


Celebrated singer-songwriter Jackie DeShannon discusses her trailblazing career and country music roots at the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum in Nashville.

Burt Bacharach FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Burt Bacharach written?

Burt Bacharach has written 4 shows including Promises, Promises (Composer), The Boy From Oz (Composer), The Look of Love (Composer), What's It All About? Bacharach Reimagined (Composer).

What awards has Burt Bacharach been nominated for?

Burt Bacharach has been nominated for Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for the show Promises, Promises.

What awards has Burt Bacharach won?

Burt Bacharach has won the Outstanding Music award at the Drama Desk Awards for the show Promises, Promises.

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