Tim Minchin
Tim Minchin has spent 32 years building a distinguished career as a Composer in Australian.
British-Australian comedian, actor and musician (born 1975)
"Tim Minchin's most defining career moment came with the phenomenal global success of "Matilda the Musical," for which he composed the music and lyrics." — About Tim Minchin
| Metric | Tim Minchin | Avg Composer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 50 | 60 | -10 yrs |
| Career length | 32 yrs | ~35 yrs | -3 yrs |
| Based on 156 Composer profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Tim Minchin
Did you know that Tim Minchin's breakthrough as a comedian performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival came relatively late, in his early 30s, after years of pursuing music and theatre in Australia?
- He initially pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English and Theatre at the University of Western Australia before shifting to music and comedy.
- He was awarded an honorary Doctor of Letters by the University of Western Australia in 2013 for his contribution to the arts.
- Minchin is famous for performing barefoot, a habit he started partly for comfort and partly as a stylistic choice.
- Before his comedy breakthrough, he spent years writing music for theatre and performing in small bands in Perth, Western Australia.
- He wrote and starred in the critically acclaimed Australian comedy-drama series "Upright," which premiered in 2019.
Tim Minchin's most defining career moment came with the phenomenal global success of "Matilda the Musical," for which he composed the music and lyrics. Opening in 2010, the show garnered widespread critical acclaim, winning multiple Olivier Awards and Tony Awards, establishing him as a world-renowned theatrical composer.
Tim Minchin's legacy lies in his unique ability to blend profound intellectual themes and sharp wit with sophisticated musicality, challenging and entertaining audiences simultaneously. He has significantly impacted musical theatre with "Matilda," creating a modern classic admired globally.