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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.

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Music Supervisor/Vocal & Incidental Music Arranger/Additional Orchestrations[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2021]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Music Supervisor
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Music Supervisor
 
[US Tour, 2017]
New Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2017]
Co-Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Music Producer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
New Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2010]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Music Producer
Musical Supervisor
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Orchestrator
Music Arranger
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Chester, CT (Regional), 2000]
Orchestrations/Additional Arrangements
 
[St. Paul, MN (Regional), 1999]
Musical Director
 
[Chester, CT (Regional), 1998]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1985] [Replacement]
Orchestrator[Replacement]
 
[West End, ]
Orchestrator

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

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News


LES MISERABLES On Sale At The North Charleston PAC This Week

Tickets for the acclaimed musical LES MISÉRABLES at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center will be available starting Monday, November 18.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES at Bass Concert Hall On Sale Tomorrow

LES MISÉRABLES will return to Austin this winter. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, offering theatergoers the chance to experience the production live at the Bass Concert Hall. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Killian Donnelly, Jac Yarrow, and More in LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR

Further photos have been released for Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, currently at the Utilita Arena, Sheffield (10 – 13 October 2024). The production will also visit Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle as part of its world tour. Check out the photos here!
Tickets for LES MISERABLES at Popejoy Hall Now on Sale

Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are now on sale for its engagement at Albuquerque's Popejoy Hall.
Photos: LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Kicks Off World Tour

All new photos have been released for the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, with upcoming UK performances in Glasgow, Sheffield, Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle. Check out the photos here!
Tickets to LES MISERABLES in Chicago On Sale Tomorrow

Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre go on sale tomorrow. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
LES MISERABLES National Tour Welcomes Lindsay Heather Pearce and More for Third Year

The LES MISÉRABLES National Tour announced its year 3 casting, featuring Lindsay Pearce as Fantine. The tour continues to bring the beloved musical to audiences across the country.
BRAN CASTLE - THE MUSICAL Will Hold Industry Presentations This Week

Bran Castle – The Musical will hold two invitation-only industry presentations on September 19th and 20th following a developmental workshop. Bran Castle – The Musical features a book, music and lyrics by Donald Nolan, with direction and choreography by JoAnn M. Hunter. 
Single Tickets On Sale This Week for LES MISERABLES At The Buddy Holly Hall

Single tickets for the national tour of LES MISÉRABLES at The Buddy Holly Hall will be available starting September 13. The production is part of the American Theatre Guild's Broadway series.
LES MISERABLES at The Sondheim Theatre Extends Booking

Boublil and Schönberg's LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 6 September 2025.
Emily Bautista Joins LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR UK Tour Dates; Full Cast!

Full casting has been announced for the forthcoming UK performances of the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, which will open at the SSE Arena Belfast on 19 September 2024, with a cast and orchestra of over 65.
Review: LES MISERABLES at Uptown Music Theater At Deerfield Performing Arts Center

See what our critic thought of LES MISERABLES at Uptown Music Theater at Deerfield Performing Arts Center.
LES MISERABLES Now On Sale At Aronoff Center

Tickets for the global phenomenon LES MISÉRABLES will be available starting July 26. Don't miss your chance to experience this iconic musical live on stage.
Tickets On Sale Now For Two Shows Returning to Playhouse Square This Fall

Tickets are available now for the return of Mean Girls and Les Miserables to Playhouse Square this fall. Learn more about the shows!
LES MISERABLES Returns to the Fisher Theatre in December

Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, will play Detroit’s Fisher Theatre December 4 – 15.
LES MISERABLES On Sale This Monday At Eccles Center

Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES will be available starting June 17. The acclaimed musical will be performing at the local theatre, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of the classic tale.
LES MISERABLES Returns to The Arsht Center in June

LES MISÉRABLES returns to the Arsht Center from June 18-23. Experience the beloved musical with its powerful story and unforgettable music. Don't miss this limited engagement.
LES MISERABLES To Return To Philadelphia Starting in August

Tickets are on sale for Cameron Mackintosh's production of LES MISÉRABLES at Philadelphia's Academy of Music. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Mamie Parris Sings 'The Writing on the Wall' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD

Watch Mamie Parris sing 'The Writing on the Wall' in Goodspeed's production of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, now on stage through June 2nd.
Video: Liz McCartney Sings 'The Wages of Sin' from Goodspeed's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD

Liz McCartney as Princess Puffer belts out 'The Wages of Sin' in Goodspeed's production of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, running through June 2nd, in the video here.

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?

Christopher Jahnke has won the Best Orchestrations award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for his work on Les Miserables.

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