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Also Credited As: Daryl M. Waters

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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.

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Productions

Pirates! The Penzance MusicalPirates! The Penzance Musical
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Orchestrations
BOOP! The MusicalBOOP! The Musical
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Music Supervision and Arragements
GypsyGypsy
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Orchestrator
Water for ElephantsWater for Elephants
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Orchestrator
New York, New YorkNew York, New York
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Co-Orchestrations
Black No MoreBlack No More
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
Music Supervision, Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements[Replacement]
Music Supervisor
The Cher ShowThe Cher Show
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Orchestrations, Arrangements, & Musical Supervision
The Cher ShowThe Cher Show
 
[Chicago, 2018]
Orchestrations, Arrangements, & Musical Supervision
Bella: An American Tall TaleBella: An American Tall Tale
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Orchestrations
Shuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That FollowedShuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Music Supervision, Arrangements, and Orchestrations
Holler If Ya Hear MeHoller If Ya Hear Me
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Musical Supervisor
After MidnightAfter Midnight
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Music Arranger
Conductor
Musical Supervisor
Memphis: A New MusicalMemphis: A New Musical
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Orchestrator
Blue Door
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Composer
The Seven
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Musical Director
Musical Director
The Color PurpleThe Color Purple
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Dance Music Arranger
Miracle Brothers
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Orchestrator
Miracle Brothers
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Orchestrator
In Real Life
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Composer
Street Corner Symphony
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Orchestrator
Musical Supervisor
Dance Music Arranger
Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Orchestrator
Musical Supervisor
Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk
 
[Off-Broadway, 1995]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
Leader of the Pack
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Associate Conductor

Writing

The Cher Show
Orchestrations and Arrangements

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

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Video: Audra McDonald Shares Advice For Young Actors on Making Characters 'Likable' Photo
Video: Audra McDonald Shares Advice For Young Actors on Making Characters 'Likable'
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

Audra McDonald recently took to Instagram to post a video of herself backstage at Gypsy to share some advice for young actors. Find out what she had to say here!
A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL Announces Broadway Closing Date Photo
A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Joshua Wright - Jan 26, 2025

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, February 23, 2025. At the time of closing, the production will have played 151 performances, including 31 previews.
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Performs in Knicks Halftime Show Photo
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Performs in Knicks Halftime Show
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical made history yesterday when cast member James T. Lane performed “What a Wonderful World” at halftime at the New York Knicks home game on Monday, January 20 at Madison Square Garden. Check out photos from the event!
Video: Joy Woods Discusses Playing Louise in Broadway's GYPSY Photo
Video: Joy Woods Discusses Playing Louise in Broadway's GYPSY
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2025

Gypsy is now open on Broadway and the show, led by Audra McDonald, is receiving rave reviews. Joy Woods plays Louise in the production, and the star recently joined The View to discuss her character and the casting choices on display in the revival. Watch the interview!
BOOP! THE MUSICAL Finds Complete Broadway Cast Photo
BOOP! THE MUSICAL Finds Complete Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

The complete cast has been announced for the new Broadway musical BOOP! The Musical, which begins performances on Broadway in March. Learn more about the cast here!
Photos: Inside GYPSY on Broadway's Opening Night Afterparty Photo
Photos: Inside GYPSY on Broadway's Opening Night Afterparty
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 23, 2024

GYPSY, starring six-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald as 'Mama' Rose Hovick, is officially open at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre. BroadwayWorld has your inside look into the opening night afterparty. Check out photos here.
GYPSY Cancels Tonight's Performance Due to Illness in the Company Photo
GYPSY Cancels Tonight's Performance Due to Illness in the Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 23, 2024

Tonight's performance of Gypsy on Broadway starring Audra McDonald and more has been cancelled. Learn more about upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.
Audra McDonald Calls For Grace From Audiences Amid Sickness 'Racing Through Broadway' Photo
Audra McDonald Calls For Grace From Audiences Amid Sickness 'Racing Through Broadway'
by Michael Major - Dec 23, 2024

Audra McDonald – who recently received rave reviews for her powerhouse performance in Gypsy – took to Instagram to reveal that she has caught the cold that has been 'racing through the Broadway community.'
Photos: Inside GYPSY's Opening Night Curtain Call on Broadway Photo
Photos: Inside GYPSY's Opening Night Curtain Call on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 20, 2024

Check out BroadwayWorld's photos of the opening night curtain call for Gypsy on Broadway, starring Audra McDonald and more! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review Roundup: GYPSY On Broadway Starring Audra McDonald Photo
Review Roundup: GYPSY On Broadway Starring Audra McDonald
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2024

Curtain up! Light the lights! Six-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald takes on the role of a lifetime, playing 'Mama' Rose Hovick in the classic musical, Gypsy, is now running on Broadway at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Read the reviews!
Video: First Look at Audra McDonald in GYPSY Photo
Video: First Look at Audra McDonald in GYPSY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

The new Broadway revival of GYPSY, starring six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald as Rose, opens tonight at the Majestic Theatre. Check out all new video footage from the production here! 
Photos: Audra McDonald, Joy Woods & More in GYPSY on Broadway Photo
Photos: Audra McDonald, Joy Woods & More in GYPSY on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024

Additional photos have been released of the Broadway revival of GYPSY starring six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald. See photos of the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning Photo
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 15, 2024

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 Son Photo
Audra McDonald Says She Discussed Starring in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and GYPSY with Sondheim
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 15, 2024

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 A Photo
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2024

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 WORL Photo
Tonya Lewis Lee, Mathew Knowles and Les Coney Join Producing Team of A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024

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 Photo
Shop GYPSY on Broadway Merch
by Michael Major - Nov 30, 2024

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 Photo
Photos: First Look At Audra McDonald In GYPSY On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2024

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!
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Now on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

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!
Jasmine Amy Rogers Will Lead BOOP! THE MUSICAL on Broadway; Full Cast Set Photo
Jasmine Amy Rogers Will Lead BOOP! THE MUSICAL on Broadway; Full Cast Set
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2024

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. 
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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 won the Tony Award for Best Orchestrations for the musical Memphis.

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