Benj Pasek
Latest News on Benj Pasek:
Society Of Composers & Lyricists To Present Awards To Giorgio Moroder, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and More (Nov 19, 2024)
Jon M. Chu Gives Update On JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Film (Nov 19, 2024)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL & More Lead Dallas' Holiday 2024 Top Theatre Shows (Nov 19, 2024)
Society Of Composers & Lyricists To Present Awards To Giorgio Moroder, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and More (Nov 19, 2024)
Jon M. Chu Gives Update On JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Film (Nov 19, 2024)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL & More Lead Dallas' Holiday 2024 Top Theatre Shows (Nov 19, 2024)
BIO
Pasek & Paul's musical Dogfight had its world premiere at Second Stage Theatre, where it won the Lortel Award for Best New Musical. Theater credits include A Christmas Story, The Musical on Broadway, which received Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle nominations for Outstanding New Broadway Musical; James and the Giant Peach; Edges. TV credits include "Smash," "Sesame Street," "Johnny and the Sprites."
Pasek and Paul created the song "Unlimited" for Old Navy's 2014 back-to-school campaign, which earned them a Daytime Emmy Award nomination. Upcoming film projects include La La Land (Lionsgate); The Greatest Showman (FOX); Trolls (Dreamworks Animation); Medusa (Sony Pictures Animation); Tom and Jerry Return to Oz (Warner Bros Animation). Honors: Richard Rodgers Award for Musical Theatre (American Academy of Arts and Letters), ASCAP Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, Jonathan Larson Award.
Both are B.F.A. Musical Theatre graduates of the University of Michigan and members of the Dramatists Guild of America, Inc.
Productions
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Composer
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Lyricists
Music and Lyrics
Awards and Nominations
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2017 - Best Score
Benj Pasek, Dear Evan Hansen
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Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Benj Pasek, Dear Evan Hansen
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Lyrics
Benj Pasek, Dear Evan Hansen
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding New Score (Broadway or off-Broadway)
Benj Pasek, Dear Evan Hansen
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Music
Benj Pasek, A Christmas Story, The Musical!
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Benj Pasek, A Christmas Story, The Musical
winner
Richard Rodgers Award - 2011 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award
Benj Pasek
Videos
Video: Billy Porter Talks Broadway for Harris on MSNBC's THE WEEKEND
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 8, 2024
Video: Watch Full 'The Greatest Show' from THE GREATEST SHOWMAN at D23
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 29, 2024
Video: SNOW WHITE Starring Rachel Zegler Releases Teaser Trailer, Poster, and First Clip
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Cast Talkback at Rooftop Writers Initiative
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 10, 2024
Video: Meryl Streep & Ashley Park Sing an ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Song By Sara Bareilles, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul
by Michael Major - Aug 16, 2023
Video: Take a Look Behind the Music of SPIRITED on Apple TV+ with Pasek and Paul
by HaleyJane Rose - Dec 22, 2022
Video: Patrick Page Talks Playing Jacob Marley In SPIRITED on Apple TV+
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Nov 16, 2022
VIDEO: Will Ferrell, Octavia Spencer & Ryan Reynolds Reveal How They Prepared For SPIRITED Musical Numbers on TODAY
by Michael Major - Nov 7, 2022
VIDEO: Ryan Reynolds & Will Ferrell Tap Dance in SPRITED Movie Musical Teaser
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Jordan Fisher Perform 'Waving Through A Window' on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2021
VIDEO: Watch Ben Platt Sing 'Waving Through A Window' in a New Lyric Video from DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2021
News
Society Of Composers & Lyricists To Present Awards To Giorgio Moroder, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and More
The Society of Composers & Lyricists announced Giorgio Moroder will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal to receive SCL Ambassador Awards.
The Society of Composers & Lyricists announced Giorgio Moroder will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal to receive SCL Ambassador Awards.
Jon M. Chu Gives Update On JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Film
While out promoting his eagerly anticipated big screen adaptation of Wicked, film director Jon M. Chu issued an update on the state of the rumored film adaptation of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
While out promoting his eagerly anticipated big screen adaptation of Wicked, film director Jon M. Chu issued an update on the state of the rumored film adaptation of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL & More Lead Dallas' Holiday 2024 Top Theatre Shows
Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for the holiday season in 2024 include A Christmas Carol and more.
Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for the holiday season in 2024 include A Christmas Carol and more.
Video: Cynthia Erivo Teaches Storytelling to Kids in CELEBRITY SUBSTITUTE
Ahead of Wicked, Cynthia Erivo is appearing in a new episode of Celebrity Subsitute. In this episode, Cynthia and host Julian Shapiro-Barnum visit a New York City public school to teach elementary students the importance of storytelling. Watch the episode now!
Ahead of Wicked, Cynthia Erivo is appearing in a new episode of Celebrity Subsitute. In this episode, Cynthia and host Julian Shapiro-Barnum visit a New York City public school to teach elementary students the importance of storytelling. Watch the episode now!
Video: 'Sticky Situation' from Goodspeed's A CHRISTMAS STORY
Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. Check out the cast as they perform 'Sticky Situation' in the video here!
Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. Check out the cast as they perform 'Sticky Situation' in the video here!
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Eisemann Center in 2025
The Eisemann Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented in January 2025 in the Hill Performance Hall.
The Eisemann Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented in January 2025 in the Hill Performance Hall.
CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL and EL OTRO OZ to Play Kirk Douglas Theatre
Center Theatre Group will present two TheaterWorksUSA's productions at the Kirk Douglas Theatre – Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical from November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 and the return of El Otro Oz, a bilingual musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz from March 29 to April 13, 2025.
Center Theatre Group will present two TheaterWorksUSA's productions at the Kirk Douglas Theatre – Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical from November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 and the return of El Otro Oz, a bilingual musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz from March 29 to April 13, 2025.
Exclusive Photos: Jim Stanek, Jenn Gambatese, & More in A CHRISTMAS STORY at Goodspeed
Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. A hilariously heartfelt holiday musical for the whole family, A Christmas Story will run at The Goodspeed from Nov. 1 – Dec. 29 in East Haddam, Conn. Check out an exclusive look at the production in the photos here!
Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. A hilariously heartfelt holiday musical for the whole family, A Christmas Story will run at The Goodspeed from Nov. 1 – Dec. 29 in East Haddam, Conn. Check out an exclusive look at the production in the photos here!
Dramatists Guild Foundation Reveals 2024-2025 Fellows Class
Dramatists Guild Foundation has revealed the 2024-2025 class of Fellows. The program propels the most promising creative talents to their full potential to help shape the future of theater. Learn more about the Fellows.
Dramatists Guild Foundation has revealed the 2024-2025 class of Fellows. The program propels the most promising creative talents to their full potential to help shape the future of theater. Learn more about the Fellows.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN UK Tour Extended With New 2025 Dates
DEARThe brand-new Nottingham Playhouse production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy award-winning Best Musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN will extend its UK tour for a further four weeks in 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
DEARThe brand-new Nottingham Playhouse production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy award-winning Best Musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN will extend its UK tour for a further four weeks in 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Benj Pasek and Justin Paul to Write Music for OREGON TRAIL Film
EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul are lending their talents to another project. The songwriting duo, who recently won an Emmy for their contributions to Only Murders in the Building, will be penning new music for a new movie based on the Oregon Trail computer game.
EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul are lending their talents to another project. The songwriting duo, who recently won an Emmy for their contributions to Only Murders in the Building, will be penning new music for a new movie based on the Oregon Trail computer game.
ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 4 Soundtrack Available Now
Hollywood Records is releasing the Only Murders in the Building Season 4 Original Score Soundtrack. Composed by EMMY Award-winner Siddhartha Khosla, the soundtrack features 26 captivating tracks that bring the suspense, humor and heart of the hit series to life. Listen to it now!
Hollywood Records is releasing the Only Murders in the Building Season 4 Original Score Soundtrack. Composed by EMMY Award-winner Siddhartha Khosla, the soundtrack features 26 captivating tracks that bring the suspense, humor and heart of the hit series to life. Listen to it now!
World Premiere of Pasek and Paul's LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE is Coming to Pasadena Playhouse
Pasadena Playhouse will present the world premiere musical adaptation from EGOT-winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Pasadena Playhouse will present the world premiere musical adaptation from EGOT-winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN Proves Enduring Appeal
Read BroadwayWorld's review of Dear Evan Hansen in Singapore. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Read BroadwayWorld's review of Dear Evan Hansen in Singapore. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive: 'Only Us' From DEAR EVAN HANSEN National Tour
Watch Hatty Ryan King (Zoe) and Michael Fabisch (Evan) perform 'Only Us' from the new national tour of Dear Evan Hansen in this exclusive video clip.
Watch Hatty Ryan King (Zoe) and Michael Fabisch (Evan) perform 'Only Us' from the new national tour of Dear Evan Hansen in this exclusive video clip.
Benj Pasek and Justin Paul Team Up With Julian Shapiro-Barnum for CELEBRITY SUBSTITUTE Series
Along with Recess Therapy's Julian Shapiro-Barnum, EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul have created the new digital series Celebrity Substitute. The series features celebrity guests who “substitute teach” their world-famous skills to a public elementary school class of cute, quirky, and hilarious kids.
Along with Recess Therapy's Julian Shapiro-Barnum, EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul have created the new digital series Celebrity Substitute. The series features celebrity guests who “substitute teach” their world-famous skills to a public elementary school class of cute, quirky, and hilarious kids.
REVIEW: Multi Award Winning DEAR EVAN HANSEN Finally Arrives In Sydney With A Fresh New Production
DEAR EVAN HANSEN, the coming-of-age musical that centres on youth mental health arrives in Sydney in a new co-production between Sydney Theatre Company and Michael Cassel Group.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN, the coming-of-age musical that centres on youth mental health arrives in Sydney in a new co-production between Sydney Theatre Company and Michael Cassel Group.
Listen: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis Unveil New WARRIORS Concept Album
Atlantic Records has released WARRIORS, the groundbreaking new concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, available everywhere now. Listen to the album here!
Atlantic Records has released WARRIORS, the groundbreaking new concept album from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, available everywhere now. Listen to the album here!
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Robinson Center
What did our critic think of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Robinson Center?
What did our critic think of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Robinson Center?
Photos: Further Look at DEAR EVAN HANSEN UK Tour
More production photos have been released for the brand-new UK Tour of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy award-winning Best Musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN. Check out the photos here!
More production photos have been released for the brand-new UK Tour of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy award-winning Best Musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN. Check out the photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Benj Pasek written?
Benj Pasek has written 3 shows including A Christmas Story, The Musical (Lyricist), Dogfight (Composer), Dear Evan Hansen (Music and Lyrics).
What awards has Benj Pasek been nominated for?
Best Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen, Outstanding New Score (Broadway or off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for A Christmas Story, The Musical!, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for A Christmas Story, The Musical and Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award).
What awards has Benj Pasek won?
Benj Pasek has won the following awards: Best Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen; Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen; Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Dear Evan Hansen; and the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award).
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