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BIO

Bruce has orchestrated nearly 100 musicals and operas the world over including War Paint, The Light in the Piazza (co-orchestrator; Tony Award), 9 to 5, Grey Gardens, Urinetown, The Wild Party (Broadway), Assassins (London), Floyd Collins and Giant. Awards: Tony Award (plus two nominations), Obie, Drama Desk (plus eight nominations).

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2024]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Orchestrations
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Orchestrations
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Orchestrations
 
[Regional (US), 2019]
Orchestrations
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Orchestrator
 
[Los Angeles, 2016]
Orchestrator
 
[Chicago, 2016]
Orchestrator
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2016]
Orchestrator
 
[Los Angeles, 2015]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2014]
Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2014]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2008]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2008]
Orchestrator
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2007]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2000]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1993]
Composer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Costume Designer
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1984]
Composer
 
[Broadway, 1982]
Musical Director
Producer
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1981]
Musical Supervisor
 
[Off-Broadway, 1977]
Composer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, A Man of No Importance

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, War Paint

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Michael Starobin, First Daughter Suite

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, First Daughter Suite

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, Giant

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, The Burnt Part Boys

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, 9 to 5

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, Grey Gardens


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, The Light in the Piazza


winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, The Light in the Piazza

Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, Urinetown The Musical


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, Urinetown


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, The Sound of Music

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Bruce Coughlin, The Sound of Music


winner
Obie Awards - 1996 - Music

Bruce Coughli, Floyd Collins

Videos

News


Broadway By Design: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

We continue with the creatives from Once Upon a Mattress- Scenic Designer David Zinn, Sound Designer Kai Harada, Hair, Wig, and Makeup Designer J. Jarad Janas, and Costume Designer Andrea Hood.
Ahrens and Flaherty's KNOXVILLE Will Be Performed at the University of Tennessee

Ahrens and Flaherty's Knoxville will receive a new production at the Clarence Brown Theatre at the University of Tennessee. Learn more about the show here!
SYCAMORE TREES Cast Recording Featuring Marc Kudisch, Judy Kuhn & More Out This Month

PS CLASSICS will release the original cast recording of Ricky Ian Gordon’s autobiographical musical Sycamore Trees. Learn more about the musical!
Whittier Community Theatre to Present 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL in September

Whittier Community Theatre will present 9 to 5: The Musical September 6 - 21.
Video: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Takes First Bows on Broadway

Tthe cast of Once Upon a Mattress, starring Sutton Foster, too their first bow on Broadway last night! Check out a video of the cast and learn more about the production.
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Launches Rush Policy and Weekly 'Princess Test' Events

An in-person and digital rush ticket policy has been announced for the Broadway run of Once Upon a Mattress at The Hudson Theatre. Learn more about how to save on tickets and enter here!
Review: 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL at Sheyenne High School

'9 to 5: The Musical' is a vibrant and empowering stage adaptation of the 1980 film, featuring a score by Dolly Parton. This musical brings the story of three determined office workers who band together to overthrow their egotistical, sexist boss with humor, heart, and a catchy soundtrack.
Photo: Sutton Foster & Daniel Breaker Reunite in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Rehearsals

Sutton Foster and Daniel Breaker's dream came true when they reunited at the big, bright, beautiful first rehearsal for Once Upon A Mattress on Broadway. The duo previously shared the stage as Princess Fiona and Donkey in the Broadway production of Shrek. 
Kara Lindsay & More Complete the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

The complete cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS has been revealed, including Kara Lindsay and more. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ana Gasteyer, Will Chase, Daniel Breaker, and More Join Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

The producers of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS have unveiled the principal cast joining Sutton Foster as Winnifred the Woebegone, and Michael Urie as Prince Dauntless. See the new cast members here!
Interview: Victoria Clark and Jason Danieley talk BROADWAY TODAY! BROADWAY'S MODERN MASTERS

Interview: Victoria Clark and Jason Danieley talk BROADWAY TODAY! BROADWAY'S MODERN MASTERS
Michael Urie Joins Sutton Foster in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway

 Drama Desk Award winner and SAG Award nominee Michael Urie will star alongside Tony Award winner Sutton Foster in Once Upon A Mattress on Broadway this summer! Tickets are on sale now!
Sutton Foster Will Lead ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on Broadway Beginning This Summer

 ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will open on Broadway this summer at The Hudson Theatre, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster! Foster will lead the Broadway cast, reprising her acclaimed performance as Winnifred the Woebegone.
J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton to Narrate MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH

Emmy-nominee (Succession) J. Smith-Cameron and Emmy Award-winner (Scandal) Joe Morton will co-narrateMasterVoices’ revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: First Look At Fulton Theatre's 9 TO 5: The Musical

Get a first look at The Fulton Theatre's production of 9 to 5: The Musical in an all-new trailer for the production. Watch as the cast performs the title song and more.
Nathan Gunn, Bryonha Marie & More to Star in THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall

MasterVoices will close its 2023-24 season on April 17 at Carnegie Hall with a revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath by composer Ricky Ian Gordon and librettist Michael Korie based on the epic novel of the same name by Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck.
Video: Go Inside The First Orchestra Rehearsal For The Fulton's 9 TO 5

Go inside the first orchestra rehearsal for The Fulton Theatre's upcoming production of 9 to 5: The Musical in an all-new video. Watch as the cast performs the title song, Hart to Heart, Backwoods Barbie, and more.
Cast Set For 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL at the Fulton Theatre

The Fulton Theatre has announced the cast of its upcoming production of 9 to 5: The Musical. Find out who is starring int he musical here!
HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Plays Final Broadway Performance

How to Dance in Ohio will conclude its Broadway run on February 11, 2024, following 27 previews and 72 regular performances at the Belasco Theater.
HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Announces Broadway Closing Date

How to Dance in Ohio will conclude its Broadway run on Sunday, February 11, 2024, following 99 performances (27 previews and 72 regular performances) at the Belasco Theater.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Bruce Coughlin been nominated for?

Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for A Man of No Importance, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for War Paint, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for First Daughter Suite, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for First Daughter Suite, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Giant, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Burnt Part Boys, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for 9 to 5, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Grey Gardens, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Light in the Piazza, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for The Light in the Piazza, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Urinetown The Musical, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Urinetown, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Sound of Music, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Sound of Music and Music (Obie Awards) for Floyd Collins.

What awards has Bruce Coughlin won?

Bruce Coughlin has won several awards, including Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for The Light in the Piazza, Best Orchestrations at the Tony Awards for The Light in the Piazza, Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for Urinetown, Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for The Sound of Music, and Music at the Obie Awards for Floyd Collins.

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