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Kristen Blodgette

Also Credited As: Kristen Allen Blodgette

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BIO

Kristen Blodgette currently serves as conductor of Sweeney Todd on Broadwya.


Associated with Andrew Lloyd Webber since conducting the National Tour of Cats in 1985; The Phantom of the Opera since its New York opening, supervising (as assistant to David Caddick) the Broadway production, the North American companies and International productions in Hamburg, Australia, Mexico City, Antwerp, Copenhagen, Madrid, Buenos Aires and Stuttgart. Broadway credits include Cats, Sunset Boulevard, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Woman in White, Mary Poppins, LoveMusik, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Additional credits; Annie Get Your Gun with Deborah Voigt (Glimmerglass Festival), Bounce directed by Harold Prince (Goodman, Kennedy Center), tours of On Your Toes, Jerry's Girls, Barnum; and rehearsal pianist for Carrie with Betty Buckley.

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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2023]
U.S. Music Supervision & Direction
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Music Director
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Music Director/Conductor
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Music Supervisor
Musical Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Music Supervisory and Director
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Musical Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 2006]
2nd Keyboard
Associate Conductor
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Musical Director
Associate Musical Supervisor
Conductor
Conductor
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Musical Director
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Musical Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 1988] [Replacement]
Conductor[Replacement]
Associate Musical Supervisor

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News


Exclusive: SUNSET BOULEVARD Stars, Directors Reflect on the Show’s Traditional, Stripped-Down Stagings
by Oliver Oliveros - Feb 19, 2025

Known for its grand, dramatic score, “Sunset Boulevard,” Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Old Hollywood-themed musical, which is equally famed for its iconic lead character, Norma Desmond, has finally made its first season in Asia—after over 30 years since its world premiere in London.
Review: SUNSET BOULEVARD Is A Must-See Musical Revival
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Feb 13, 2025

For a strictly limited season until 23 February 2025, the Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, will be the home of the highly anticipated theatrical event 'Sunset Boulevard,' a musical based on the 1950 Paramount film by Billy Wilder with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, book and lyrics by Don Black and Christopher Hampton.
Video: Sarah Brightman Talks Becoming Norma Desmond, Bringing SUNSET BOULEVARD to Asia, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

Sarah Brightman is returning to the role of Norma Desmond as Sunset Boulevard arrives in Singapore this February. In a new interview, Brightman talked about how she gets into character, and more.
SUNSET BOULEVARD Plays at the Sands Theatre, Feb. 7-23
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 30, 2025

After over a three-decade hiatus, Sarah Brightman returns to her musical theater roots via a lavish new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 'Sunset Boulevard.,' which played at the Sydney Opera House last year.
Interview: Hugh Panaro’s Happy to Be A MAN WITHOUT A MASK
by Gil Kaan - Nov 22, 2024

Broadway leading man Hugh Panaro celebrates the release of his new CD Man Without a Mask with a one-nighter December 5, 2024, at the Catalina Bar & Grill. Songs from the CD recorded over two nights at 54 Below will be featured amongst some other favorites of Hugh.
New Production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Embark on North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2024

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!
Sarah Brightman To Bring SUNSET BOULEVARD To Singapore In Asia Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024

The lavish new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award winning musical masterpiece, SUNSET BOULEVARD, starring Sarah Brightman, will head to Asia in February 2025!
Review Roundup: Sarah Brightman Stars in SUNSET BOULEVARD in Sydney
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 1, 2024

Sarah Brightman is making her Sydney Opera House debut in SUNSET BOULEVARD, The production features 28-piece orchestra, which brings Andrew Lloyd Webber's work to life on the Sydney Opera House stage. Check out what the critics had to say here!
Video: First Look At Sarah Brightman In SUNSET BOULEVARD At Sydney Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2024

The lavish new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award winning musical masterpiece, SUNSET BOULEVARD, starring Sarah Brightman, premieres at Sydney Opera House from August 28 with the official opening night taking place on August 31. Get your first look at the new production here.
Sarah Brightman Will Return to SUNSET BOULEVARD in Australia Following Injury
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2024

Sarah Brightman will return to Sunset Boulevard in Melbourne tonight, after a calf injury kept her from performing in the show for several performances.
Sarah Brightman Will Miss Performances of SUNSET BOULEVARD in Australia Due to Injury
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2024

Sarah Brightman has revealed that she is recovering from a calf injury which is preventing her from performing in Sunset Boulevard in Melbourne for the time being.
Sarah Brightman's SUNSET BOULEVARD Scales Back Shows Due to Low Demand
by Joshua Wright - Jun 12, 2024

The Sarah Brightman-led Australian production of Sunset Boulevard at Melbourne's Princess Theatre will reduce the number of performances being offered due to low ticket sales.
Review: SUNSET BOULEVARD at The Princess Theatre
by Josh Stent - Jun 2, 2024

What did our critic think of SUNSET BOULEVARD at The Princess Theatre?
Video: First Look At Sarah Brightman & More in SUNSET BOULEVARD in Australia
by Joshua Wright - May 30, 2024

Get a first look at the Australian company of Sunset Boulevard in action in this all-new footage from the production.
Video: Tim Draxl Performs Title Song from Sarah Birghtman Led SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Joshua Wright - May 30, 2024

Watch Tim Draxl perform Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic “Sunset Boulevard” in an all new video from the production's media call.
Review Roundup: SUNSET BOULEVARD Led By Sarah Brightman in Australia
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2024

Sarah Brightman is leading an all new Australian production of Sunset Boulevard, now running at Melbourne's Princess Theatre followed by a season at the Sydney Opera House from August 28.  Read the reviews for Sunset Boulevard here!
Sarah Brightman Says 'A Lot Of' SUNSET BOULEVARD Was Written 'On' Her Voice
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2024

In an interview about the Australian production of Sunset Boulevard, Sarah Brightman said that Andrew Lloyd Webber wrote much of Sunset Boulevard on her voice.
Photos: First Look at Sarah Brightman in Australian SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2024

Norma's home at last! Sarah Brightman is leading  the Australian production of Sunset Boulevard, now running at Melbourne's Princess Theatre followed by a season at the Sydney Opera House from August 28. Check out photos of the cast in action here.
Video: Watch Tim Draxl Perform the Title Song from SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Blair Ingenthron - May 18, 2024

Watch Tim Draxl perform Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic “Sunset Boulevard” in the video here. The production commences on May 21 at the Princess Theatre followed by a season at the Sydney Opera House from August 28.
Video: Inside the Sitzprobe For SUNSET BOULEVARD Starring Sarah Brightman
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2024

An all new video has been released from the sitzprobe for Opera Australia and GWB Entertainment's production of Sunset Boulevard, starring Sarah Brightman! Check out the video here!

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