Christopher Jahnke
Latest News on Christopher Jahnke:
- Video: Broadway Veteran Josh Young and More in LES MISERABLES Trailer at Hudson Valley ShakespeareJul 31, 2026
- Video: Patti LuPone, Aaron Tveit & More Join LES MISERABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR EncoreJul 29, 2026
- Photos: LES MISERABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR Starring Alfie Boe, Killian Donnelly, Samantha Barks and MoreJul 27, 2026
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BIO
Orchestrator: (Broadway/London) Porgy and Bess (Tony nomination- Best Orchestrations), new orchestrations for Les Misérables (performed worldwide since 2006), Legally Blonde, King Kong, Cry-Baby, Grease (2007), Dessa Rose, A Man of No Importance, Wind in the Willows (Stiles & Drewe). Other orchestrations: Do You Hear the People Sing? (symphonic tour of Boublil/Schönberg), Tom Jones (Stiles & Leigh), Just So (Stiles & Drewe), Lady Gaga (“The Sound of Music” - 2015 Oscars, with Stephen Oremus), “The Wiz Live!,” Rufus Wainwright, Radio City Rockettes and Emily Bear. Music Supervisor: Memphis. Apprentice to orchestrator William David Brohn: Sweet Smell of Success, Ragtime, The Secret Garden, The Three Musketeers, The Witches of Eastwick, Mary Poppins and Wicked.
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Productions
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Music Supervisor/Vocal & Incidental Music Arranger/Additional Orchestrations[Replacement]
Awards and Nominations
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Orchestrations
Christopher Jahnke, Les Miserables
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Orchestrations
Christopher Jahnke, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess
Videos
Video: Broadway Veteran Josh Young and More in LES MISERABLES Trailer at Hudson Valley Shakespeare
by Stephi Wild - 2026-07-31 08:06:24
Video: LES MISERABLES - THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR Cast Performs 'One Day More' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2026-07-22 07:16:53
Video: Mamie Parris Sings 'The Writing on the Wall' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-22 11:58:19
Video: Liz McCartney Sings 'The Wages of Sin' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-18 15:28:26
Video: Watch 'Off To The Races' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-07 13:48:01
Video: Watch 'Both Sides of the Coin' from THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-04 16:06:26
Video: Writer Rupert Holmes on THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Goodspeed Musicals
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-12 16:03:06
VIDEO: Watch All New Clips From LES MISERABLES at the Sondheim Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2022-05-05 06:25:26
VIDEO: See Gina Naomi Baez, Alyse Alan Louis & More in the RATTLESNAKE KATE World Premiere At Denver Center
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-23 10:31:44
News
Video: Broadway Veteran Josh Young and More in LES MISERABLES Trailer at Hudson Valley Shakespeare
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026
An all new trailer has been released from Hudson Valley Shakespeare's production of Les Misérables, starring Josh Young and more. Check out the video here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026
An all new trailer has been released from Hudson Valley Shakespeare's production of Les Misérables, starring Josh Young and more. Check out the video here.
Video: Patti LuPone, Aaron Tveit & More Join LES MISERABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR Encore
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Patti LuPone, Aaron Tveit, Jordan Donica, Philip Quast, and more Les Misérables alumni surprised audience members at the opening performance of Les Miserables: The Arena Concert Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. Watch videos!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Patti LuPone, Aaron Tveit, Jordan Donica, Philip Quast, and more Les Misérables alumni surprised audience members at the opening performance of Les Miserables: The Arena Concert Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. Watch videos!
Photos: LES MISERABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR Starring Alfie Boe, Killian Donnelly, Samantha Barks and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2026
New production photos have been released from Les Misérables: The Arena Concert Spectacular, now playing at Radio City Music Hall through August 9. Check out the new images below.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2026
New production photos have been released from Les Misérables: The Arena Concert Spectacular, now playing at Radio City Music Hall through August 9. Check out the new images below.
Video: LES MISERABLES - THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR Cast Performs 'One Day More' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026
Ahead of their run at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, the cast of Les Misérables The Arena Concert Spectacular headed to late-night television for a special performance of 'One Day More' on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026
Ahead of their run at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, the cast of Les Misérables The Arena Concert Spectacular headed to late-night television for a special performance of 'One Day More' on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Check out the video here!
LES MISÉRABLES Arena Concert Cast to Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2026
Ahead of their run at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, the cast of Les Misérables The Arena Concert Spectacular will head to late-night television for a special performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon next week.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2026
Ahead of their run at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, the cast of Les Misérables The Arena Concert Spectacular will head to late-night television for a special performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon next week.
Full Cast Set for LES MISÉRABLES at Hudson Valley Shakespeare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Hudson Valley Shakespeare unveils the complete cast for Les Misérables, closing out HVS's first season at the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center this fall.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Hudson Valley Shakespeare unveils the complete cast for Les Misérables, closing out HVS's first season at the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center this fall.
Photos: Killian Donnelly, Samantha Barks, and More in LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2026
Production photos have been released for Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR, playing at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena, ahead of London’s Royal Albert Hall and New York’s Radio City Music Hall. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2026
Production photos have been released for Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR, playing at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena, ahead of London’s Royal Albert Hall and New York’s Radio City Music Hall. Check out the photos here!
LES MISÉRABLES West End Will Welcome New Cast at Sondheim Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Cameron Mackintosh announced a new cast for LES MISÉRABLES at London's Sondheim Theatre, including Ian McIntosh as Jean Valjean and Stefanie Jones making her West End debut as Fantine.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026
Cameron Mackintosh announced a new cast for LES MISÉRABLES at London's Sondheim Theatre, including Ian McIntosh as Jean Valjean and Stefanie Jones making her West End debut as Fantine.
Olivier-Winner Philip Quast, Rob Madge and More Join LES MISERABLES At Radio City Music Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Three-time Olivier Award winner Philip Quast and West End performer Rob Madge have joined LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR at Radio City Music Hall. Quast, who originated Javert in the Australian production and appeared in the 10th Anniversary Concert, will play the Bishop of Digne, while Madge returns to the franchise as Bamatabois after previously appearing as Gavroche in the 25th Anniversary Concert.
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Three-time Olivier Award winner Philip Quast and West End performer Rob Madge have joined LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR at Radio City Music Hall. Quast, who originated Javert in the Australian production and appeared in the 10th Anniversary Concert, will play the Bishop of Digne, while Madge returns to the franchise as Bamatabois after previously appearing as Gavroche in the 25th Anniversary Concert.
LES MISÉRABLES Makes Final Chicago Run at Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES makes its final Chicago engagement in a strictly limited two-week run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, with Nick Cartell leading the cast as Jean Valjean.
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES makes its final Chicago engagement in a strictly limited two-week run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, with Nick Cartell leading the cast as Jean Valjean.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, HAIRSPRAY and More Set for La Mirada 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts has unveiled its 2026/2027 season of shows! The season will feature a new productin of Little Shop of Horrors, Hairspray, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts has unveiled its 2026/2027 season of shows! The season will feature a new productin of Little Shop of Horrors, Hairspray, and more.
Alfie Boe, Samantha Barks, and More Will Lead LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Principal casting has been announced for the forthcoming Grand Finale of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR, in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Principal casting has been announced for the forthcoming Grand Finale of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR, in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham.
Lea Salonga Joins Singapore Season of LES MISÉRABLES
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - Mar 22, 2026
Lea Salonga joins previously announced cast members as Madame Thénardier in the Singapore season of Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular, running from 24 March to 10 May 2026 at the Sands Theatre.
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - Mar 22, 2026
Lea Salonga joins previously announced cast members as Madame Thénardier in the Singapore season of Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular, running from 24 March to 10 May 2026 at the Sands Theatre.
BRAN CASTLE: THE MUSICAL Will Hold Industry Presentation This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026
A private industry presentation will take place this week for Bran Castle: The Musical, with two performances set for Thursday, February 19 and Friday, February 20 in New York City.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026
A private industry presentation will take place this week for Bran Castle: The Musical, with two performances set for Thursday, February 19 and Friday, February 20 in New York City.
LES MISÉRABLES: WORLD TOUR SPECTACULAR Comes to The Theatre at Solaire in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2025
The internationally acclaimed musical Les Misérables: The World Tour Spectacular will open in Manila on Jan. 20, 2026, with a run through March 1 at The Theatre at Solaire in Parañaque City.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2025
The internationally acclaimed musical Les Misérables: The World Tour Spectacular will open in Manila on Jan. 20, 2026, with a run through March 1 at The Theatre at Solaire in Parañaque City.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES National Tour in Chicago on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Tickets for the return of Cameron Mackintosh's production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are on sale.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Tickets for the return of Cameron Mackintosh's production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are on sale.
LES MISÉRABLES Returns To China With Sold-Out Shanghai Run
by Joshua Wright - Dec 3, 2025
Les Misérables has seen major success in China with the launch of its staged concert production at Shanghai Grand Theatre, reports China Daily. The musical began performances on November 4 and will run through December 28 as part of the “See You in Shanghai!” initiative from SMG Live.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 3, 2025
Les Misérables has seen major success in China with the launch of its staged concert production at Shanghai Grand Theatre, reports China Daily. The musical began performances on November 4 and will run through December 28 as part of the “See You in Shanghai!” initiative from SMG Live.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES in Portland to go on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
Tickets for the return of Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES, will go on sale for the Portland engagement.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025
Tickets for the return of Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES, will go on sale for the Portland engagement.
LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR Extends at Radio City Music Hall
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
The Radio City Music Hall engagement of the world tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR has extended by one week due to demand.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
The Radio City Music Hall engagement of the world tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR has extended by one week due to demand.
Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES On Sale This Friday at Prairie Home Alliance Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Les Misérables will go on sale to the public Friday, October 24 at 10:00 a.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Les Misérables will go on sale to the public Friday, October 24 at 10:00 a.m.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Christopher Jahnke been nominated for?
Best Orchestrations (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Les Miserables and Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess.
What awards has Christopher Jahnke won?
Best Orchestrations at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Les Miserables.
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