Jonathan Larson

(1960–1996) Composer United States

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Jonathan Larson was a composer from the United States, best known for Rent.

Quick Facts About Jonathan Larson

Born: February 4, 1960
Died: January 25, 1996
Nationality: United States
Profession: Composer
Notable works: Rent
Known for: Rent, Tick, Tick... Boom!, Superbia

About Jonathan Larson

Jonathan David Larson was an American composer, lyricist and playwright, most famous for writing the musicals Rent and Tick, Tick... Boom!, which explored the social issues of multiculturalism, substance use disorder, and homophobia.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Pulitzer Prize for Drama Tony Award for Best Original Score Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Book of a Musical Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Lyrics Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Music Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical Richard Rodgers Awards for Musical Theatre