Lasting Legacy of Andrew Lloyd Webber: A Look at the Influence on History

How the contributions of Andrew Lloyd Webber continue to shape the world today.

Andrew Lloyd Webber is a highly successful English composer and impresario, renowned for his contributions to musical theatre. He has created 21 musicals, as well as other compositions spanning various genres. His work has achieved exceptional longevity, with several productions running for over a decade in both London's West End and on Broadway, solidifying his impact on the world of musical theatre.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1953: Rodgers and Hammerstein Achievement

In 1953, Rodgers and Hammerstein reached four musicals running simultaneously on Broadway

1992: Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation Started

In 1992, Andrew Lloyd Webber started the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation which supports the arts, culture, and heritage of the UK, marking his formal commitment to philanthropy.

1992: Start of the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation

In 1992, Andrew Lloyd Webber started the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation, which supports arts, culture, and heritage in the UK.

2001: Most Commercially Successful Composer

In 2001, Andrew Lloyd Webber was referred to by The New York Times as "the most commercially successful composer in history".

September 2006: Named Kennedy Center Honoree

In September 2006, Andrew Lloyd Webber was named a recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors for his contribution to American performing arts.

2006: Ranked 87th Richest Person in Britain

In 2006, The Sunday Times Rich List ranked Andrew Lloyd Webber as the 87th-richest person in Britain, estimating his fortune at £700 million.

2007: Wealth Increases to £750 Million

In 2007, Andrew Lloyd Webber's wealth increased to £750 million according to The Sunday Times Rich List.

2008: Ranked 101st in Sunday Times Rich List

In 2008, Andrew Lloyd Webber was ranked 101st in The Sunday Times Rich List.

2008: Fifth Most Powerful Person in British Culture

In 2008, The Daily Telegraph named Andrew Lloyd Webber the fifth most powerful person in British culture. Lyricist Don Black stated "Andrew more or less single-handedly reinvented the musical."

2013: Launch of the Andrew Lloyd Webber Programme

In 2013, the Andrew Lloyd Webber Programme was launched to support the Music in Secondary Schools Trust (MiSST), aiming to provide musical instrument education to every child at participating UK schools.

September 2018: Wins Emmy Award

On 9 September 2018, Andrew Lloyd Webber, along with Tim Rice and John Legend, each won an Emmy for Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert, achieving EGOT status.

2019: Richest Musician in the UK

In 2019, The Sunday Times Rich List ranked Andrew Lloyd Webber as the richest musician in the UK, surpassing Paul McCartney, with a fortune of £820 million ($1.074 billion).