Daryl Waters
Also Credited As: Daryl M. Waters
Latest News on Daryl Waters:
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning (Dec 15, 2024)
Audra McDonald Says She Discussed Starring in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and GYPSY with Sondheim (Dec 15, 2024)
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA (Dec 9, 2024)
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning (Dec 15, 2024)
Audra McDonald Says She Discussed Starring in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and GYPSY with Sondheim (Dec 15, 2024)
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA (Dec 9, 2024)
BIO
Orchestrations: Memphis: A New Musical (Broadway), Jelly's Last Jam, Street Corner Symphony, Bring in 'Da Noise/Bring in 'Da Funk (Broadway), and Miracle Brothers (Off-Broadway) Dance music arrangements: The Color Purple (Broadway). Music supervision/arrangements: A Civil War Christmas, Turn of the Century (Regional). Music direction: The Seven, The Colored Museum (Off-Broadway/Regional). Original music: ...Noise/...Funk (Tony/Grammy nominations), Drowning Crow (Broadway), Blue Door, In Real Life (Off-Broadway), Magnolia, Crowns, and The Dreams of Sarah Breedlove (Regional). Longtime music director for Eartha Kitt.
Photos
Amber Iman, Brandon Victor Dixon, Joshua Henry, Savion Glover, George C. Wolfe, Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Daryl Waters during the Broadway Opening Night Curtain Call for 'Shuffle Along' at The Music Box Theatre on April 28, 2016 in New York C
Date:
04/29/2016
From: Photo Coverage: The SHUFFLE ALONG Cast Takes Opening Night Bows!
Productions
[Off-Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
Music Supervision, Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements[Replacement]
Music Supervisor
[Broadway, 2016]
Music Supervision, Arrangements, and Orchestrations
Writing
Orchestrations and Arrangements
Composer
Music
Music
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, New York, New York
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl WatersNew York, New York
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, New York, New York
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, The Cher Show
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, The Cher Show
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, Shuffle Along, Or the Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed
winner
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, Memphis
Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Daryl Waters, Bring in 'da Noise/Bring in 'da Funk
Videos
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2024
Video: Jerry Mitchell Discusses Developing BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL on ABC7 Chicago
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 2, 2023
Video: Jasmine Amy Rogers Performs 'Where I Wanna Be' From BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023
Video: BOOP! The Musical's David Foster, Jerry Mitchell, Jasmine Amy Rogers & More Meet the Press
by Alan Henry - Nov 8, 2023
Video: First Look! Jerry Mitchell-Directed BOOP! THE MUSICAL Meets The Press!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2023
Video: Songwriting Team For Broadway's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Performs 'Anywhere'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2023
Video: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Kander, and More Discuss NEW YORK, NEW YORK's Story and Score
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 18, 2023
Video: Company of NEW YORK, NEW YORK Serenades John Kander for His 96th Birthday!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2023
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2023
VIDEO: Let's Do This Bitches! Check Out All New Clips From THE CHER SHOW!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2018
News
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning
CBS Sunday Morning spoke with Audra McDonald and director George C. Wolfe about their production of Gypsy, currently running on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre, and the task of taking on a character like Mama Rose. Watch the video here!
CBS Sunday Morning spoke with Audra McDonald and director George C. Wolfe about their production of Gypsy, currently running on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre, and the task of taking on a character like Mama Rose. Watch the video here!
Audra McDonald Says She Discussed Starring in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and GYPSY with Sondheim
While discussing how Gypsy came about with The New Yorker, Audra McDonald revealed that another iconic Sondheim role might be on the horizon in the future.
While discussing how Gypsy came about with The New Yorker, Audra McDonald revealed that another iconic Sondheim role might be on the horizon in the future.
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
Gypsy star Joy Woods visited Good Morning America to discuss her role in the new production of the acclaimed musical. During the interview, she talked about the revival, working with her co-stars, and offered advice for young performers. Watch it now!
Gypsy star Joy Woods visited Good Morning America to discuss her role in the new production of the acclaimed musical. During the interview, she talked about the revival, working with her co-stars, and offered advice for young performers. Watch it now!
Tonya Lewis Lee, Mathew Knowles and Les Coney Join Producing Team of A WONDERFUL WORLD
A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical has added producers Tonya Lewis Lee, Mathew and Gena Avery Knowles, and Les Coney to the producing team.
A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical has added producers Tonya Lewis Lee, Mathew and Gena Avery Knowles, and Les Coney to the producing team.
Shop GYPSY on Broadway Merch
Shop the entire merch collection for the new Broadway production of Gypsy starring Audra McDonald - now available in BroadwayWorld's shop! Get shirts, hoodies, tote bags, hats, magnets, ornaments, pins, fans, and more.
Shop the entire merch collection for the new Broadway production of Gypsy starring Audra McDonald - now available in BroadwayWorld's shop! Get shirts, hoodies, tote bags, hats, magnets, ornaments, pins, fans, and more.
Photos: First Look At Audra McDonald In GYPSY On Broadway
The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway tonight, Thursday, November 21 at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre. The production has released its official first look at Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald as 'Mama' Rose Hovick and Joy Woods in the title role. See the photos!
The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway tonight, Thursday, November 21 at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre. The production has released its official first look at Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald as 'Mama' Rose Hovick and Joy Woods in the title role. See the photos!
Jasmine Amy Rogers Will Lead BOOP! THE MUSICAL on Broadway; Full Cast Set
BOOP! The Musical has found its cast! The Broadway production will be led by Jasmine Amy Rogers in the title role, who led the cast in its world premiere production in Chicago last year.
BOOP! The Musical has found its cast! The Broadway production will be led by Jasmine Amy Rogers in the title role, who led the cast in its world premiere production in Chicago last year.
Tryphena Wade To Stand by for Audra McDonald In GYPSY
The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway this week, has finalized its casting.
The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway this week, has finalized its casting.
GYPSY to Offer $49 and $39 Tickets Through Rush & Standing Room Policies
The revival of GYPSY, directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe and starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, has announced it rush and standing room ticket policies. Learn how to purchase discounted tickets.
The revival of GYPSY, directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe and starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, has announced it rush and standing room ticket policies. Learn how to purchase discounted tickets.
Jinkx Monsoon, Nicholas Barasch, Preston Truman Boyd, Samantha Williams Join PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced further casting, design team and a brand-new title for its reimagined The Pirates of Penzance. This jazz-infused, New Orleans-style Broadway production, now titled Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced further casting, design team and a brand-new title for its reimagined The Pirates of Penzance. This jazz-infused, New Orleans-style Broadway production, now titled Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!
GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!
Review Roundup: A WONDERFUL WORLD Opens On Broadway
Tony Award-winning actor James Monroe Iglehart steps into the shoes of the one and only Louis Armstrong in the new Broadway musical, A Wonderful World, opening tonight! The reviews are rolling in! See what critics thought Broadway's newest biomusical!
Tony Award-winning actor James Monroe Iglehart steps into the shoes of the one and only Louis Armstrong in the new Broadway musical, A Wonderful World, opening tonight! The reviews are rolling in! See what critics thought Broadway's newest biomusical!
Video: Audra McDonald Sings in New GYPSY Promo
Directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe, GYPSY is coming back to Broadway later this month. Watch all four stars and listen to a small clip from 'Everything's Coming Up Roses' in this brand new promo video.
Directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe, GYPSY is coming back to Broadway later this month. Watch all four stars and listen to a small clip from 'Everything's Coming Up Roses' in this brand new promo video.
BOOP! The Musical Reveals BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest Winners
BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical has revealed the winners of the BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest on Instagram. See who the winners are and learn more about the new Broadway show!
BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical has revealed the winners of the BOOP! Dupe Costume Contest on Instagram. See who the winners are and learn more about the new Broadway show!
Photos: Audra McDonald and the Cast of GYPSY Meet the Press
On Monday, October 28th, the cast and creative team of GYPSY participated in press interviews at New 42 Studios where the upcoming revival is in its fourth week of rehearsals. See photos of the company here!
On Monday, October 28th, the cast and creative team of GYPSY participated in press interviews at New 42 Studios where the upcoming revival is in its fourth week of rehearsals. See photos of the company here!
Choreographers and Dance Arrangers Set for TIME STEP SYMPOSIUM
The Stage Door Foundation, in collaboration with Sam Davis and Patrick O'Neill, announced the choreographers and dance arrangers for the inaugural TIME STEP SYMPOSIUM, a tuition-free mentorship program.
The Stage Door Foundation, in collaboration with Sam Davis and Patrick O'Neill, announced the choreographers and dance arrangers for the inaugural TIME STEP SYMPOSIUM, a tuition-free mentorship program.
Video: Audra McDonald Shares Her Take on Mama Rose in GYPSY
Audra McDonald is sharing some insights into how she thinks of the character of Mama Rose. The Tony-winning performer will be taking on the iconic role in Gypsy beginning in November and McDonald visited Good Morning America to talk about the show and give audiences an idea of what they can expect.
Audra McDonald is sharing some insights into how she thinks of the character of Mama Rose. The Tony-winning performer will be taking on the iconic role in Gypsy beginning in November and McDonald visited Good Morning America to talk about the show and give audiences an idea of what they can expect.
Video: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast Performs 'When You're Smiling' on Good Morning America
James Monroe Iglehart, DeWitt Fleming Jr., and the company of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical visited Good Morning America on Thursday. For their first TV performance, the company sang the classic number When You're Smiling. Watch the performance now!
James Monroe Iglehart, DeWitt Fleming Jr., and the company of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical visited Good Morning America on Thursday. For their first TV performance, the company sang the classic number When You're Smiling. Watch the performance now!
Photos: James Monroe Iglehart Is Louis Armstrong in A WONDERFUL WORLD First Look
A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical has released First Look photos of Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart and company on Broadway. The production is now running at Studio 54, prior to an opening night on Monday, November 11, 2024.
A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical has released First Look photos of Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart and company on Broadway. The production is now running at Studio 54, prior to an opening night on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Video: Watch A WONDERFUL WORLD's First Broadway Curtain Call
Watch as the cast of A Wonderful World starring James Monroe Iglehart as Louis Armstrong, Darlesia Cearcy as Lucille Wilson, Kim Exum as Alpha Smith, Dionne Figgins as Daisy Parker, and Jennie Harney-Fleming as Lil Hardin. Watch the curtain call video now!
Watch as the cast of A Wonderful World starring James Monroe Iglehart as Louis Armstrong, Darlesia Cearcy as Lucille Wilson, Kim Exum as Alpha Smith, Dionne Figgins as Daisy Parker, and Jennie Harney-Fleming as Lil Hardin. Watch the curtain call video now!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Daryl Waters written?
Daryl Waters has written 2 shows including Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk (Composer), The Cher Show (Orchestrations and Arrangements).
What awards has Daryl Waters been nominated for?
Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for New York, New York, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for New York, New York, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for New York, New York, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cher Show, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cher Show, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Shuffle Along, Or the Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Memphis and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Bring in 'da Noise/Bring in 'da Funk.
What awards has Daryl Waters won?
Daryl Waters has won the Tony Award for Best Orchestrations for the musical Memphis.
Videos