Brian Yorkey
Latest News on Brian Yorkey:
David Hunter Joins the Cast of IF/THEN Starring Kerry Ellis (Dec 13, 2024)
FREAKY FRIDAY Musical Will Make UK Premiere at HOME Manchester (Dec 13, 2024)
NEXT TO NORMAL & More Set for Ray Of Light Theatre 25th Anniversary Season (Nov 27, 2024)
David Hunter Joins the Cast of IF/THEN Starring Kerry Ellis (Dec 13, 2024)
FREAKY FRIDAY Musical Will Make UK Premiere at HOME Manchester (Dec 13, 2024)
NEXT TO NORMAL & More Set for Ray Of Light Theatre 25th Anniversary Season (Nov 27, 2024)
Photos
Cast members in La Jolla Playhouse’s production of Disney’s Freaky Friday, book by Bridget Carpenter, music by Tom Kitt, lyrics by Brian Yorkey, directed by Christopher Ashley, running January 31 – March 12 in the Mandell Weiss Theatre; photo by Jim
Date:
02/02/2017
From: Photo Flash: Heidi Blickenstaff and Emma Hunton in FREAKY FRIDAY the Musical at La Jolla Playhouse
STAGE CREDITS
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Composer & Lyricist
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Brian Yorkey, If/Then
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Book of a Musical
Brian Yorkey, Next to Normal
winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Brian Yorkey, Next to Normal
Videos
Video: Inside Rehearsals for Barrington Stage's NEXT TO NORMAL Starring Natalie Joy Johnson
by Joshua Wright - Aug 6, 2024
Exclusive: Watch Performances from Alice Ripley Led Immersive NEXT TO NORMAL in Spain
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jun 22, 2022
Photos & Video: First Look at Alice Ripley and Adam Pascal in NEXT TO NORMAL in Spain
by BWW Staff - Jun 10, 2022
VIDEO: Quentin Garzón, Kay Trinidad and Sam Primack Sing 'You Don't Know/I Am the One'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2020
VIDEO: Watch David Hyde Pierce and Ari'el Stachel in the New Music Video For 'Heart In Your Hands' from THE VISITOR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2020
Broadway Rewind: It's Just Another Day on Opening Night of NEXT TO NORMAL Off-Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 30, 2020
VIDEO: Check Out Extended Highlights Of Rachel Bay Jones, Brandon Victor Dixon & More In NEXT TO NORMAL
by Alan Henry - Feb 28, 2020
TV: Look Back At IF/THEN's Opening Night To Celebrate James Snyder's Birthday!
by Linnae Medeiros - Feb 7, 2020
News
David Hunter Joins the Cast of IF/THEN Starring Kerry Ellis
Further casting has been announced for IF/THEN, by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, in the cast led by Kerry Ellis. David Hunter joins the cast as Lucas. Further casting to be announced.
Further casting has been announced for IF/THEN, by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, in the cast led by Kerry Ellis. David Hunter joins the cast as Lucas. Further casting to be announced.
FREAKY FRIDAY Musical Will Make UK Premiere at HOME Manchester
The new musical, Freaky Friday, based on the beloved 1972 novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, will be having its UK stage premiere next year at HOME Manchester.
The new musical, Freaky Friday, based on the beloved 1972 novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, will be having its UK stage premiere next year at HOME Manchester.
NEXT TO NORMAL & More Set for Ray Of Light Theatre 25th Anniversary Season
Ray of Light Theatre, San Francisco's home of 'musical theater with a bite', revealed its 2025 season featuring shows that celebrate the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Ray of Light Theatre, San Francisco's home of 'musical theater with a bite', revealed its 2025 season featuring shows that celebrate the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Kerry Ellis Will Lead UK Premiere of IF/THEN
IF/THEN, the celebrated musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning team Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, will make its UK premeire next year, starring Kerry Ellis. Learn more here!
IF/THEN, the celebrated musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning team Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, will make its UK premeire next year, starring Kerry Ellis. Learn more here!
Tom Kitt To Return To 54 Below With Four Concerts Celebrating His Career
54 BELOW will welcome back Tony, Grammy, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize winning composer Tom Kitt this spring. The 4 concerts will celebrate his career. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
54 BELOW will welcome back Tony, Grammy, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize winning composer Tom Kitt this spring. The 4 concerts will celebrate his career. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at Riffe Center Studio 1
Sometimes you can tell a lot about a production even before you enter the theatre. For example, the Columbus Children’s Theatre placed a large fishbowl of Kleenex packets in the lobby for attendees of its musical, NEXT TO NORMAL.
Sometimes you can tell a lot about a production even before you enter the theatre. For example, the Columbus Children’s Theatre placed a large fishbowl of Kleenex packets in the lobby for attendees of its musical, NEXT TO NORMAL.
Rebecca Lowrey To Direct Theatre Wesleyan's NEXT TO NORMAL
Rebecca Lowrey will direct Theatre Wesleyan's production of NEXT TO NORMAL. The musical explores themes of mental health and family dynamics. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Rebecca Lowrey will direct Theatre Wesleyan's production of NEXT TO NORMAL. The musical explores themes of mental health and family dynamics. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at Batesville Community Theatre
What did our critic think of NEXT TO NORMAL at Batesville Community Thatre?
What did our critic think of NEXT TO NORMAL at Batesville Community Thatre?
Interview: Rachel Hertenstein of NEXT TO NORMAL at Columbus Children's Theater
“It’s difficult to play Diana but it’s incredibly healing for me personally. You never play a character who’s exactly like you. However, when you find a role you connect with, it can be a beautiful way to explore a part of yourself.' Rachel Hertenstein
“It’s difficult to play Diana but it’s incredibly healing for me personally. You never play a character who’s exactly like you. However, when you find a role you connect with, it can be a beautiful way to explore a part of yourself.' Rachel Hertenstein
Exclusive Video: 'I Miss The Mountains' From Florencia Cuenca's BROADWAY EN SPANGLISH
BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first look at Florencia Cuenca's recording studio music video for “I Miss the Mountains,” from Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt’s Tony and Pulitzer-winning Next to Normal. The song is featured on her album Broadway en Spanglish. Watch now!
BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first look at Florencia Cuenca's recording studio music video for “I Miss the Mountains,” from Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt’s Tony and Pulitzer-winning Next to Normal. The song is featured on her album Broadway en Spanglish. Watch now!
FREAKY FRIDAY to be Presented at ACU Theatre in October
ACU theatre will present the first show in their 24-25 season, Freaky Friday! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
ACU theatre will present the first show in their 24-25 season, Freaky Friday! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
West End Production of NEXT TO NORMAL Will Be Filmed Next Week
The West End production of Next to Normal, now playing in London, seems to be getting filmed for an eventual release. According to a teaser photo on Instagram, it appears that the musical will film performances from 9-11 September at Wyndham's Theatre.
The West End production of Next to Normal, now playing in London, seems to be getting filmed for an eventual release. According to a teaser photo on Instagram, it appears that the musical will film performances from 9-11 September at Wyndham's Theatre.
Video: Cast and Creatives Talk NEXT TO NORMAL at Barrington Stage
In an all new panel discussion, cast and creative team members talked about Next to Normal, which is now in production at Barrington Stage. The panel delves into the themes of mental health and family dynamics presented in Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt’s musical. Check out the video here!
In an all new panel discussion, cast and creative team members talked about Next to Normal, which is now in production at Barrington Stage. The panel delves into the themes of mental health and family dynamics presented in Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt’s musical. Check out the video here!
On Pitch Performing Arts Presents NEXT TO NORMAL
On Pitch Performing Arts announced their production of NEXT TO NORMAL.
On Pitch Performing Arts announced their production of NEXT TO NORMAL.
Dramatists Guild Foundation Will Honor Tom Kitt and Mindy Rich at Annual Gala
Dramatists Guild Foundation has announced that it will honor orchestrator, and arranger Tom Kitt, the Tony, Emmy, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize Award-winning Composer, Orchestrator, and Arranger; and producer Mindy Rich, Chairman at Rich Holdings Inc., Executive Chair at Rich Entertainment Group (REG), and Producing Partner at Grove Entertainment.
Dramatists Guild Foundation has announced that it will honor orchestrator, and arranger Tom Kitt, the Tony, Emmy, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize Award-winning Composer, Orchestrator, and Arranger; and producer Mindy Rich, Chairman at Rich Holdings Inc., Executive Chair at Rich Entertainment Group (REG), and Producing Partner at Grove Entertainment.
BWW Q&A: Natalie Joy Johnson on NEXT TO NORMAL at Barrington Stage Company
We spoke to Natalie Joy Johnson, most recently seen on Broadway in Lempicka about starring in Barrington Stage's Next to Normal, directed by Artistic Director Alan Paul, in a co-production with Round House Theatre in Washington, DC.
We spoke to Natalie Joy Johnson, most recently seen on Broadway in Lempicka about starring in Barrington Stage's Next to Normal, directed by Artistic Director Alan Paul, in a co-production with Round House Theatre in Washington, DC.
SUNSET BOULEVARD, STARLIGHT EXPRESS, and More Nominated For The Stage Debut Awards; Full List!
The nominees have been announced for the 2024 Stage Debut Awards, which celebrate the finest emerging talent in UK theatre. Check out the full list of nominees here!
The nominees have been announced for the 2024 Stage Debut Awards, which celebrate the finest emerging talent in UK theatre. Check out the full list of nominees here!
Florida Rep Education To Present Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY - A NEW MUSICAL
Florida Repertory Theatre's education program will showcase Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY - A NEW MUSICAL, featuring conservatory students in a classic mother-daughter body-swapping story.
Florida Repertory Theatre's education program will showcase Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY - A NEW MUSICAL, featuring conservatory students in a classic mother-daughter body-swapping story.
Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at Barrington Stage Company
A theatrical experience that, while honestly not for everyone, had the opening night crowd literally leaping to it's collective feet with more than just myself shouting BRAVO! I encourage those brave, perhaps “healed”, open minded, individuals to experience this outstanding production of NEXT TO NORMAL
A theatrical experience that, while honestly not for everyone, had the opening night crowd literally leaping to it's collective feet with more than just myself shouting BRAVO! I encourage those brave, perhaps “healed”, open minded, individuals to experience this outstanding production of NEXT TO NORMAL
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Brian Yorkey written?
Brian Yorkey has written 5 shows including next to normal (Lyricist), If/Then (Lyricist), The Last Ship (Co-bookwriter), Magic Mike (Composer & Lyricist), The Visitor (Lyricist).
What awards has Brian Yorkey been nominated for?
Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for If/Then, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal.
What awards has Brian Yorkey won?
Brian Yorkey won the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Next to Normal.
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