Joe DiPietro
Latest News on Joe DiPietro:
Casts Set for THE TOXIC AVENGER: THE MUSICAL and PRETTY FILTHY at Doctuh Mistuh Productions (Jun 5, 2025)
Review: DIANA at Theo Ubique (Jun 2, 2025)
Taylor Louderman and More to Star in WHAT'S NEW PUSSYCAT? Industry Presentation (Jun 2, 2025)
Casts Set for THE TOXIC AVENGER: THE MUSICAL and PRETTY FILTHY at Doctuh Mistuh Productions (Jun 5, 2025)
Review: DIANA at Theo Ubique (Jun 2, 2025)
Taylor Louderman and More to Star in WHAT'S NEW PUSSYCAT? Industry Presentation (Jun 2, 2025)
BIO
Joe DiPietro won Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score for Memphis, which was also awarded the 2010 Tony Award, Drama Desk Award and Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical. His other shows include All Shook Up; I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change (the longest running musical revue in off-Broadway history); The Toxic Avenger and The Thing About Men (both winners of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-Broadway musical). His plays include the much-produced comedy Over the River and Through the Woods, The Art of Murder (Edgar Award winner for Best Mystery Play), Creating Claire and The Last Romance. His work has been produced thousands of times across the country and around the world.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 30:(L-R) William Ivey Long, Producer Beth Williams and Joe DiPietro pose at a Meet & Greet for the new cast and creative team of the new musical "Diana" on Broadway at The Lotte New York Palace on January 30, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Glikas)
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01/31/2020
From: Photo Flash: Jeanna de Waal, Roe Hartrampf and More at the DIANA Meet and Greet
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 30:Joe DiPietro and David Bryan pose at a Meet & Greet for the new cast and creative team of the new musical "Diana" on Broadway at The Lotte New York Palace on January 30, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Glikas)
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01/31/2020
From: Photo Flash: Jeanna de Waal, Roe Hartrampf and More at the DIANA Meet and Greet
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Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Achievement in Music
Joe DiPietroMemphis The Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Book of a Musical
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2010 - Best Book of a Musical
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2010 - Best Original Score
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Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Book of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
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Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Videos
Video: Behind the Dance of 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2025-03-17 13:36:41
Video: Behind the Music of 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2025-03-12 10:17:22
Video: First Look at 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2025-03-03 10:12:05
Video: Inside Rehearsals for 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2025-01-29 16:55:04
Video: Inside SINATRA THE MUSICAL Presentation at The Apollo
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-22 15:48:40
Exclusive Look: Matthew Broderick in BABBITT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-01 15:36:25
Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for JERSEY BOYS at The Gateway Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-08-06 14:47:46
VIDEO: Jeanna de Waal & Judy Kaye Talk DIANA on NBC NIGHTLY NEWS
by Michael Major - 2021-11-19 14:19:18
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of DIANA Perform 'If' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2021-11-04 10:46:47
VIDEO: DIANA: THE MUSICAL Original Broadway Cast Recording is Now Available; Behind the Scenes of the Song 'Underestimated'
by Stephi Wild - 2021-09-24 10:06:35
VIDEO: Jose Llana Performs 'You Raise Me Up' as Part of Lincoln Center's Restart Stages
by Stephi Wild - 2021-08-22 09:19:26
Celebrating Black History Month: MEMPHIS Turns Up the Dial on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-02-21 15:01:00
VIDEO: Renee Fleming Performs 'O mio babbino caro' From GIANNI SCHICCHI
by Stephi Wild - 2020-08-02 11:01:43
VIDEO: Renee Fleming Performs 'Adieu, notre petite table' in Rehearsal For Upcoming Performance
by Stephi Wild - 2020-08-01 09:43:24
VIDEO: David Bryan, Composer and Bon Jovi Keyboardist, Has Recovered From COVID-19
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-25 09:29:40
VIDEO: Harriet Harris and Lee Sellars Discuss Joe DiPietro's CONSCIENCE at George Street Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-03-03 13:50:22
VIDEO: Jeanna de Waal and the DIANA Creatives Talk Finding the Perfect Princess Diana
by Stephi Wild - 2020-01-12 17:32:08
VIDEO: Watch Jeanna De Waal and David Bryan Perform 'If' from Broadway-Bound DIANA Musical
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2019-12-09 11:15:19
News
Casts Set for THE TOXIC AVENGER: THE MUSICAL and PRETTY FILTHY at Doctuh Mistuh Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025
Doctuh Mistuh Productions has revealed the casts for two Austin premieres: the off-Broadway hit, The Toxic Avenger: The Musical and Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Awards Best Musical nominee, Pretty Filthy. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025
Doctuh Mistuh Productions has revealed the casts for two Austin premieres: the off-Broadway hit, The Toxic Avenger: The Musical and Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Awards Best Musical nominee, Pretty Filthy. Learn more!
Review: DIANA at Theo Ubique
by Misha Davenport - Jun 2, 2025
DIANA THE MUSICAL, the ill-fated Broadway musical about the former Princess of Wales (a filmed version of which was one of the top “hate-watching”programs on Netflix last year) is enjoying its Midwest debut at Theo Ubique.
by Misha Davenport - Jun 2, 2025
DIANA THE MUSICAL, the ill-fated Broadway musical about the former Princess of Wales (a filmed version of which was one of the top “hate-watching”programs on Netflix last year) is enjoying its Midwest debut at Theo Ubique.
Taylor Louderman and More to Star in WHAT'S NEW PUSSYCAT? Industry Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025
Industry presentations of What’s New Pussycat? will be held at New 42 Studios featuring Taylor Louderman and more. Learn more about the upcoming readings here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025
Industry presentations of What’s New Pussycat? will be held at New 42 Studios featuring Taylor Louderman and more. Learn more about the upcoming readings here!
TDF's WENDY WASSERSTEIN PROJECT 2025 Celebration to Take Place in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025
DF will host its annual Wendy Wasserstein Project ceremony at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025
DF will host its annual Wendy Wasserstein Project ceremony at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
THE SEAFARER to be Presented By Hardscrabble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025
Hardscrabble Theater will present The Seafarer, the haunting and darkly comic Irish drama by acclaimed playwright Conor McPherson. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025
Hardscrabble Theater will present The Seafarer, the haunting and darkly comic Irish drama by acclaimed playwright Conor McPherson. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
Kerstin Anderson, Ryan Mac and More to Star in ALL SHOOK UP at Goodspeed Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
Goodspeed Musicals will present All Shook Up as its second production of the 2025 season. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
Goodspeed Musicals will present All Shook Up as its second production of the 2025 season. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!
MEMPHIS Comes to Toledo Rep
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2025
The Toledo Repertoire Theatre has announced its upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical Memphis with Music & Lyrics by David Bryan and Book & Lyrics by Joe DiPietro.
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2025
The Toledo Repertoire Theatre has announced its upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical Memphis with Music & Lyrics by David Bryan and Book & Lyrics by Joe DiPietro.
Ariana DeBose, Andre De Shields, Tyne Daly & More Join George Street Playhouse's 2025 Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2025
George Street Playhouse will present the 2025 Gala Benefit, celebrating the 90th birthday of former Governor of New Jersey, Thomas H. Kean, featuring Ariana DeBose and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2025
George Street Playhouse will present the 2025 Gala Benefit, celebrating the 90th birthday of former Governor of New Jersey, Thomas H. Kean, featuring Ariana DeBose and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025
In May, Significant Productions will present I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change - Music by Jimmy Roberts, Book & Lyrics by Joe DiPietro, as the first 2025 summer production at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025
In May, Significant Productions will present I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change - Music by Jimmy Roberts, Book & Lyrics by Joe DiPietro, as the first 2025 summer production at The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol. Learn more.
George Street Playhouse Reveals 2025-26 Season Featuring AN OLD FASHIONED FAMILY MURDER and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
George Street Playhouse has revealed their programming for the 2025–2026 season, selected by the company’s new artistic leadership, with support from David Saint. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
George Street Playhouse has revealed their programming for the 2025–2026 season, selected by the company’s new artistic leadership, with support from David Saint. Learn more!
Review: THE TOXIC AVENGER: THE MUSICAL at Te Auaha
by Neil Brewer - Apr 2, 2025
An hilarious musical performed by a skilled cast
by Neil Brewer - Apr 2, 2025
An hilarious musical performed by a skilled cast
Review: F**KING MEN, Waterloo East
by Josh Maughan - Mar 28, 2025
F**king Men often feels like it’s bitten off more than it can chew. Buried within it are several stronger plays, each of which could thrive on London’s vibrant off-West End scene if given the space to breathe.
by Josh Maughan - Mar 28, 2025
F**king Men often feels like it’s bitten off more than it can chew. Buried within it are several stronger plays, each of which could thrive on London’s vibrant off-West End scene if given the space to breathe.
Video: Behind the Dance of 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - Mar 17, 2025
Go behind the choreography of 3 Summers of Lincoln at La Jolla Playhouse. Watch a video of co-lyricist and co-choreography Daniel J. Watts break down the dancing in the new musical, alongside his co-choreographer, Jon Rua!
by Michael Major - Mar 17, 2025
Go behind the choreography of 3 Summers of Lincoln at La Jolla Playhouse. Watch a video of co-lyricist and co-choreography Daniel J. Watts break down the dancing in the new musical, alongside his co-choreographer, Jon Rua!
Video: Behind the Music of 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - Mar 12, 2025
Watch a video of the creative team behind 3 Summer of Lincoln discuss the process behind adding music to Abraham Lincoln's story for the new musical, which has an original score of gospel, R&B, powerhouse anthems, and Broadway.
by Michael Major - Mar 12, 2025
Watch a video of the creative team behind 3 Summer of Lincoln discuss the process behind adding music to Abraham Lincoln's story for the new musical, which has an original score of gospel, R&B, powerhouse anthems, and Broadway.
Lakewood Theatre Company Reveals 73rd Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
Lakewood Theatre Company will begin its 73rd season with six productions on its Mainstage and three productions on its Side Door Stage beginning July 11, 2025. Season tickets for the 2025-2026 season are now available for current subscribers.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
Lakewood Theatre Company will begin its 73rd season with six productions on its Mainstage and three productions on its Side Door Stage beginning July 11, 2025. Season tickets for the 2025-2026 season are now available for current subscribers.
Review: 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - Mar 5, 2025
“3 Summers of Lincoln” at the La Jolla Playhouse brings you a vibrant musical about a friendship between President Lincoln and Frederick Douglass that changed the course of American history.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Mar 5, 2025
“3 Summers of Lincoln” at the La Jolla Playhouse brings you a vibrant musical about a friendship between President Lincoln and Frederick Douglass that changed the course of American history.
Joe DiPietro's F**KING MEN Returns To London For A Final Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2025
F**king Men by multi award-winning playwright Joe DiPietro will return to London. After sell-out performances in 2023 and 2024, the production will return to Waterloo East Theatre for a strictly limited six-week run.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2025
F**king Men by multi award-winning playwright Joe DiPietro will return to London. After sell-out performances in 2023 and 2024, the production will return to Waterloo East Theatre for a strictly limited six-week run.
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On La Jolla's 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN
by Joshua Wright - Mar 4, 2025
3 Summers of Lincoln, starring Ivan Hernandez, Quentin Earl Darrington, Carmen Cusack, John-Andrew Morrison, and more is now on stage at La Jolla Playhouse. The world premiere musical is now playing at La Jolla Playhouse through March 23, 2025.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 4, 2025
3 Summers of Lincoln, starring Ivan Hernandez, Quentin Earl Darrington, Carmen Cusack, John-Andrew Morrison, and more is now on stage at La Jolla Playhouse. The world premiere musical is now playing at La Jolla Playhouse through March 23, 2025.
Video: First Look at 3 SUMMERS OF LINCOLN at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - Mar 3, 2025
Watch a first look at 3 Summers of Lincoln, starring Ivan Hernandez, Quentin Earl Darrington, Carmen Cusack, John-Andrew Morrison, and more. See the video now!
by Michael Major - Mar 3, 2025
Watch a first look at 3 Summers of Lincoln, starring Ivan Hernandez, Quentin Earl Darrington, Carmen Cusack, John-Andrew Morrison, and more. See the video now!
City Theater Will Present I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 23, 2025
I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change with book and lyrics by award-winning Joe DiPietro and music by renowned composer Jimmy Brooks, is a witty musical revue that tackles modern love in all its forms: from the perils and pitfalls of the first date to marriage, children, and the twilight years of life.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 23, 2025
I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change with book and lyrics by award-winning Joe DiPietro and music by renowned composer Jimmy Brooks, is a witty musical revue that tackles modern love in all its forms: from the perils and pitfalls of the first date to marriage, children, and the twilight years of life.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Joe DiPietro written?
Joe DiPietro has written 15 shows including Sinatra The Musical (Book), Love Lemmings (Bookwriter), I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change (Bookwriter), Over the River and Through the Woods (Playwright), O. Henry's Lovers (Bookwriter/Lyricist), The Thing About Men (Bookwriter), Memphis (Bookwriter), All Shook Up (Bookwriter), The Toxic Avenger (Bookwriter), Falling for Eve (Bookwriter), Nice Work If You Can Get It (Bookwriter), Living on Love (Writer), Hollywood (Playwright), Ernest Shackleton Loves Me (Author), Diana (Bookwriter/Lyricist).
What awards has Joe DiPietro been nominated for?
Outstanding Achievement in Music (Olivier Awards) for Memphis The Musical, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Memphis, Best Original Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Memphis, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Memphis, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Memphis, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Toxic Avenger and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Memphis.
What awards has Joe DiPietro won?
Joe DiPietro has won several prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Nice Work If You Can Get It. He also received the Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Memphis. Additionally, DiPietro won the Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for Memphis.
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