Cinco Paul will receive the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award at Carnegie Hall in New York City. This award recognises ASCAP composers and lyricists who have achieved a notable debut on Broadway or off-Broadway.
Paul co-created and served as the showrunner for both seasons of Apple TV’s Schmigadoon!. Furthermore, Paul penned every song featured in Schmigadoon!.
Paul secured a Primetime Emmy for writing the song “Corn Puddin’”. A Grammy nomination for best compilation soundtrack for visual media was also received by Paul.
The stage adaptation of Schmigadoon! saw Paul write the book, music, and lyrics. The show won the Tony award for best musical on 7 June.
Paul won Tonys for best original score and best book of a musical. Paul remains among creators who have written the book, lyrics, and musical score for a successful Broadway show.
Paul is 62 years old. His combined films have generated over $4 billion worldwide.
