Matt Schatz is an award-winning playwright, composer, and lyricist. He has been honored with the
Kleban Prize, Reva Shiner Comedy Award, and ASCAP Harold Arlen Award. His works have been
produced in theaters across the U.S., and he has written for television and film, including projects for
Netflix and AMC. Shoes Last Longer in LA is his debut poetry collection, offering a blend of humor,
cultural reflection, and sharp observations.