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BIO

Studied composition with Howard Ferguson and Richard Rodney Bennett at the Royal Academy of Music in the 1960s. He is best known as an orchestrator of musicals, particularly those of Andrew Lloyd Webber — Cats, Starlight Express, Song and Dance, Aspects of Love, Sunset Boulevard, By Jeeves, Whistle Down the Wind, The Beautiful Game, The Phantom of the Opera, The Woman in White, Love Never Dies and most recently The Wizard of Oz.

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2023]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2022]
new orchestration
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2021]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2019]
Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2017]
Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2017]
Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2016]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2010]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2007]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (UK), 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1994]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1991]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1990]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1990]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1989]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1989]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1988]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1988]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1987]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1984]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1982]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1982]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1981]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, ]
Orchestrator

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Orchestrations

David Cullen, Company

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Orchestrations

David Cullen, Swan Lake

Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Orchestration

David Cullen, Aspects of Love


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Orchestration

David Cullen, Phantom of the Opera

Videos

News


New Production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Embark on North American Tour

Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, featuring Maria Björnson’s design, will launch a new multi-year North American tour in November 2025. Learn more about the tour here!
Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends Booking in London and Releases New Photos

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 27 September 2025. Plus, check out all new photos here!
COMPANY National Tour Begins Performnces Next Week at AT&T Performing Arts Center

COMPANY announced its Texas debut at the AT&T Performing Arts Center. The production will run from May 9-14, 2023, offering audiences a chance to experience the acclaimed musical in Dallas.
Video: Britney Coleman Says COMPANY Tour Has Recouped Initial Investment

Britney Coleman reveals that the COMPANY tour has recouped its initial investment! Watch the announcement in the video here.
Sondheim & Furth's COMPANY Now Playing At Hollywood Pantages Theatre

Sondheim & Furth's COMPANY is now playing at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.
Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY Begins Performances At The Smith Center In August

The Broadway revival, Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Company, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, will run August 20-25 at The Smith Center in Las Vegas.
New Cast Set for THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre

New casting has been announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre from Monday 29 July 2024. The musical is currently booking until Saturday 29 March 2025.
COMPANY is Coming to The Paramount Theatre in Seattle in July

Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, is coming to The Paramount Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
COMPANY is Coming to Portland's Keller Auditorium in July

Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, will come to Portland for a one-week Engagement at Keller Auditorium
Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrates 15,000 Performances in the West End

On Saturday 8 June 2024, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA celebrated its 15,000th performance in the West End. Check out photos here!
Review: COMPANY at Orpheum Theatre

What a mess – the characters I mean. Sondheim’s original Tony-winning play examines both the merit and harsh realities of relationships as seen through the perspective of a detached, intimacy avoiding individual. They’re all delightfully dysfunctional, their relationships messy, beautifully mirroring reality.
COMPANY is Coming to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre This Summer

The Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!
College Student Rush Will Be Offered for COMPANY at the Providence Performing Arts Center

The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that an advanced college student rush will be available for the hilarious Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY. PPAC is offering this special advance pricing treat in celebration of Bobbie’s 35th birthday!
Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY Plays Keller Auditorium In July 2024

Tickets for the much-anticipated musical comedy, COMPANY, go on sale in Portland and we've got the scoop on how to see the July production and how to get tickets.
COMPANY to be Presented at the Benedum Center in April

The Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's and George Furth's COMPANY, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, will be on stage at the Benedum Center for eight performances. See how to purchase tickets.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends Booking Until 29 March 2025

Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 29 March 2025. Find out how to get tickets here!
Video: Get A First Look at a New Montage for COMPANY on Tour

Get a first look at an all-new montage for the national tour of the Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's and George Furth's Company. 
Video: COMPANY on Tour Celebrates Star Britney Coleman's Birthday On Stage!

The touring company of Stephen Sondheim's and George Furth's Company, currently running in Greenville, SC, celebrated the actual birthday of the show's star, Britney Coleman, at their most recent performance!
Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's COMPANY Makes St. Louis Debut At Fabulous Fox Theatre In February

COMPANY will make its St. Louis debut at the Fabulous Fox Theatre from February 27 to March 10. Get all the details and casting information on our website.
Tickets For COMPANY Playhouse Square Go On Sale Today

Playhouse Square has announced that the thrilling Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's and George Furth's COMPANY, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, will go on sale Friday, November 17, for 24 performances from April 30 – May 19, 2024.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has David Cullen been nominated for?

Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Company, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Swan Lake, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Aspects of Love and Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Phantom of the Opera.

What awards has David Cullen won?

David Cullen has won the Outstanding Orchestration award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on Phantom of the Opera.

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