Richard Oberacker
American composer
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Richard Oberacker is an American composer, lyricist, conductor, and playwright best known for composing and co-writing the musical Bandstand with writing partner Robert Taylor.[1] He also conducts for Cirque du Soleil's Kà[2] and has worked on other Cirque du Soleil shows including Dralion and Worlds Away.
Shows
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Show | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Helen Hayes Awards[4] | The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Musical | The Gospel According to Fishman | Nominated |
| 2007 | Kevin Kline Awards[5] | Outstanding New Play or Musical | Ace | Won |
| 2017 | Drama Desk Awards[6] | Outstanding Music | Bandstand | Nominated |
| Outstanding Book of a Musical | Nominated |
