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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.

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[West End, 2026]
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[US Tour, 2025]
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[US Tour, 2024] [Replacement]
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[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
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[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
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Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2017 - Best Score

Benj Pasek, Dear Evan Hansen


winner
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

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Video: Watch the Trailer For DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Theatre Raleigh
by Michael Major - Jun 4, 2026

Theatre Raleigh has released a first look at DEAR EVAN HANSEN. The video includes Catherine Brunell, whose Broadway credits include Les Misérables, Mary Poppins, Elf, and Mean Girls.
Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and More Set for the 79th Annual Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026

The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
Video: What Fans Can Expect at the Tony Awards? P!nk Says a 7-Minute Opening Number with 170+ People
by Luka Vonier - Jun 3, 2026

P!nk is ready to raise the roof at Radio City Music Hall! The music superstar will host Broadway's biggest night, the 79th Annual Tony Awards, in just a matter of days.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN to Open at Lone Star College-North Harris in Houston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026

Lone Star College-North Harris and Cash Carpenter Productions will present Dear Evan Hansen, featuring music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, at their Houston campus. Tickets start at $20.
BWW Q&A: Catherine Brunell Stars as Heidi Hansen in DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Theatre Raleigh
by Joshua Wright - May 19, 2026

Catherine Brunell stars as Heidi Hansen in Dear Evan Hansen at Theatre Raleigh, June 3–21. The Broadway veteran discusses motherhood, mental health, and preparing the demanding score.
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Roxy's Downtown
by Paula Makar - May 13, 2026

What did our critic think of DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Roxy's Downtown?
New York Philharmonic Launches Philharmonic Youth Choir in Partnership With Harlem Organizations
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026

The New York Philharmonic's PHILHARMONIC YOUTH CHOIR, formed in partnership with The Unsung Collective and The Abyssinian Baptist Church, will present its inaugural free concert at Christ & Saint Stephen's Episcopal Church in Manhattan.
Wesleyan Names Black Box Theater for Lin-Manuel Miranda
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026

Wesleyan University has named its black box theater in the new Fries Arts Building the Lin-Manuel Miranda Theater, in honor of Lin-Manuel Miranda, who graduated from the university in 2002.
Exclusive: SUFFS Finds Perfect Partner in PBS, Says Shaina Taub
by Josh Sharpe - May 4, 2026

Ahead of the debut PBS airing of Suffs, BroadwayWorld caught up with Shaina Taub to discuss the origins of the Suffs proshot, the importance of arts accessibility, and why PBS was the right platform to spotlight this history-making musical. 
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Will Come to the Arden Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

Arden Theatre Company will stage the Tony Award-winning musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN, directed by Terrence J. Nolen with a reimagined visual approach exploring digital identity, social media, and mental health.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Casting Announced at A.C.T. Of CT
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 26, 2026

A.C.T. of Connecticut will close its 2025–2026 season with the  Broadway musical, Dear Evan Hansen. The production will star Kenny Lee as Evan Hansen.
Review: EDGES at Reverie Theatre Group
by Christopher Verleger - Apr 24, 2026

Reverie Theatre Group presents ‘Edges,’ a funny, thoughtful, highly entertaining four-person song cycle, with no spoken dialogue or discernible plot, that explores the challenges of young adults, including family dynamics, career opportunities, and most significantly, the trials and tribulations of finding that special someone.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN, MARY POPPINS, and More Set For Paper Mill Playhouse 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced its 88th season of shows to be presented during the theater’s 2026-2027 season in Millburn, New Jersey. The lineup includes Mary Poppins, Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor, Million Dollar Quartet, and Dear Evan Hansen.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Will Play Roxy's Downtown
by Paula Makar - Apr 19, 2026

Roxy’s Downtown Theatre, Inc. is proud to announce its upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen, opening May 8.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN, MISERY and More Set for Engeman Theater 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026

The John W. Engeman Theater has revealed its 2026–2027 Main Stage Season, commemorating its 20th Anniversary, including Dear Evan Hansen, Misery, and more. Season tickets are available now, and single show tickets go on sale May 18, 2026. 
UNORTHODOX New Musical By Benj Pasek, Shaina Taub, And Joshua Harmon and More Set for The Huntington 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2026

The Huntington has announced its 2026/27 season, led by the world premiere musical UNORTHODOX by Benj Pasek, Shaina Taub, and Joshua Harmon. The lineup also includes PURPOSE, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, and more.
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.
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Zach Theater
by Sabrina Wallace - Apr 12, 2026

Dear Evan Hansen at ZACH explores mental illness, grief, and the aftermath of a teenage tragedy in a hyperconnected world. Strong cast led by Evan Jennings, emotional music, and urgent themes left me moved, reflective, and deeply affected.
P!NK and Broadway: A Roundup of Musical Theater Connections to the Pop Star
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2026

Music superstar P!NK is officially set to host the 79th Annual Tony Awards this June. Though the musician hasn't appeared on Broadway herself, the world of musical theater has overlapped with her career in several instances. Find out how in our roundup!
QUERIDO EVAN HANSEN se estrenará en el Rialto de Madrid a finales de octubre
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Apr 8, 2026

El musical llegará a la capital en una producción de ATG Entertainment España.

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 several awards, including Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Dear Evan Hansen. He also received the award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for Dear Evan Hansen. Additionally, he won Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for Dear Evan Hansen and the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award).

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