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BIO

Broadway: Evita, Mary Poppins, Bonnie & Clyde, Wonderland, South Pacific, Woman In White, Jesus Christ Superstar, Riverdance. Broadway conductor: Miss Saigon and The Phantom of the Opera for last 15 years. Producer: West Side Story (Grammy); Promises, Promises, South Pacific (Grammy noms).

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Music Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Music Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Music Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Music Coordinator
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Music Coordinator
 
[US Tour, 2016]
Music Coordinator
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Musical Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Musical Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Music Contractor
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Musical Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Musical Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Musical Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 1988] [Replacement]
Musical Director[Replacement]
Conductor[Replacement]

Videos

News


A WONDERFUL WORLD Will Host Talkbacks in Honor of Black History Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will host talkbacks following two upcoming performances in celebration of Black History Month, in collaboration with Audience Rewards.
Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, & More Win 2025 GRAMMY Awards- Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2025

It's music's biggest night! Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and more took home awards at The 67th Annual GRAMMYs, now available to rewatch on Paramount+. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here!
Listen to the 2025 Grammy Nominees for Best Musical Theater Album
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2025

Six new recordings have earned nominations for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards, including: Hell's Kitchen, Merrily We Roll Along, The Outsiders, Suffs, The Notebook, and The Wiz.
Photos: Nicole Scherzinger, Brody Grant, & More Attend GRAMMY Nominee Celebration
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 28, 2025

On Jan. 27, 2025, New York's music community gathered for the Recording Academy New York Chapter Nominee Celebration ahead of the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards. Attendees included 2025 GRAMMY nominees Nicole Scherzinger, Brody Grant, Sky Lakota-Lynch, and more. Take a look at photos here!
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
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!
HADESTOWN: LIVE FROM LONDON Limited-Edition Vinyl Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2024

Hadestown: Live from London – the original London cast album for Tony and Grammy Award-winning “Best Musical” Hadestown – has been released as a limited-edition deluxe gatefold “pop-up” vinyl. Learn more!
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! 
FUNNY GIRL Comes to the Overture Center This Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2024

FUNNY GIRL is coming to Overture Center for the Arts in Madison, Wis., for a limited one-week engagement beginning December 31. Learn more about about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!
COME FROM AWAY Returns To The Washington Pavilion In January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024

The Washington Pavilion will welcome the popular musical production of COME FROM AWAY back to its stage for a limited time engagement on January 7–9, 2025.
Tickets to FUNNY GIRL At Bass Concert Hall to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2024

FUNNY GIRL is coming to Bass Concert Hall for a limited one-week engagement this winter. The Broadway revival features iconic songs, including “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” and “People.” Learn how to purchase tickets.
FUNNY GIRL Comes To The Ohio Theatre This March
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2024

FUNNY GIRL is coming to Columbus for an eight-show run March 25-30, 2025, at the Ohio Theatre.
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.
Video: 'Way Down Hadestown' From HADESTOWN: LIVE IN LONDON Cast Album
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024

The all new cast recording of the West End production of Hadestown, titled 'Hadestown: Live From London' is available in digital formats. An all new video has been released of the cast performing 'Way Down Hadestown'.
Exclusive: Listen to 'Why We Build The Wall' From the HADESTOWN West End Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2024

We have your exclusive first listen to the upcoming album, Hadestown: Live From London! The original London cast album will be released on December 6. Listen to 'Why We Build the Wall' here!
HADESTOWN Begins Performances At Harris Center For The Arts In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2024

The Tony- and Grammy-winning Best Musical Hadestown will play for six performances at the Harris Center for the Arts from December 12-15.
Tickets to COME FROM AWAY in Chicago to Go On Sale Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024

The national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will return to Chicago this winter. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
FUNNY GIRL Comes To Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall In January
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2024

FUNNY GIRL will be performed at BBMann from January 21-26, 2025. Tickets go on sale Friday, November 15 at 10 AM.
Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2025 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 8, 2024

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande more were nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! The Outsiders, Suffs and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.
GRAMMYs Nominate THE OUTSIDERS, SUFFS, & More For Best Musical Theatre Album
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 8, 2024

The nominations for the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album have been announced. Hell's Kitchen, Merrily We Roll Along, The Outsiders, Suffs, The Notebook, and The Wiz have been nominated for Best Musical Theatre Album.

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