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BIO

Music Direction: Imaginary Friends, Scarlet Pimpernel, Radio City Sinatra, upcoming Caraboo and Waiting for the Moon. Dance/Vocal Arranging: Sweet Smell of Success, Jekyll & Hyde, Perfectly Frank, The Act, Marilyn: An American Fable, Woman of the Year, Cabaret. Composing: Superdimensional Microbabes (upcoming anime-based musical), Fourtune (Off-Broadway), The Silver Swan (NEA Fellowship), three theatrical CDs (The Missing Peace, Early One Morning, Songs I Won’t Be Singing), two Harvard Hasty Pudding shows (Tots in Tinseltown, Bewitched Bayou), a gospel-based Requiem, and songs for church, choir, cabaret, and "Saturday Night Live." Harvard (philosophy), Westminster (choral conducting).

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Productions

 
[US Tour, 2025]
Music Supervisor
 
[US Tour, 2024] Cancelled
Music Supervision
Vocal/Dance Arrangements
Incidental Music
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Musical Supervisor
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Music Supervision, Vocal/Dance Arrangements and Incidental Music[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Orchestrations and Arrangements
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021]
Music Supervision
Vocal/Dance Arrangements
Incidental Music
 
[West End, 2021]
MUSIC SUPERVISION, VOCAL/DANCE ARRANGEMENTS & INCIDENTAL MUSIC
 
[West End, 2021]
MUSIC SUPERVISION, VOCAL/DANCE ARRANGEMENTS & INCIDENTAL MUSIC
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Music Supervisor
 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
Music Supervisor & Arrangements[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Music Supervisor
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2017]
Musical Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Music Supervisor and Arranger
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Musical Supervision
 
[Las Vegas, 2008]
Composer
Vocal Music Arranger
Musical Director
 
[West End, 2008]
Composer
Vocal Music Arranger
Musical Supervisor
 
[Chicago, 2007]
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Keyboard 1
Conductor
Composer
Vocal Music Arranger
Musical Director
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2004]
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Dance Music Arranger
Piano
Musical Supervisor
Musical Director
Conductor
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Piano
Dance Music Arranger
Associate Conductor
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Vocal Music Arranger
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Musical Director
Vocal Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Musical Director
Vocal Music Arranger
Conductor
Musical Director
Vocal Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Associate Conductor
Vocal Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1984]
Associate Conductor
 
[Broadway, 1977]
Dance Music Arranger

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Video: Des McAnuff Gives a Speech Following Final Performance of THE WHO'S TOMMY

The critically acclaimed production of The Who’s TOMMY played its final performance on Broadway yesterday, Sunday, July 21. Watch the curtain call speech in the video here!
THE WHO'S TOMMY to Kick Off National Tour at PPAC in 2025

The Who's TOMMY to conclude its Broadway run and kick off a national tour in 2025 at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE WHO'S TOMMY To End Broadway Run In July; National Tour To Launch in 2025

The critically acclaimed production of The Who’s TOMMY will play its final performance on Broadway July 21. 
Pete Townshend to Perform With THE WHO'S TOMMY Cast at The Tony Awards

Pete Townsend will perform with the cast of The Who's Tommy at the Tony Awards!
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla Playhouse

La Jolla Playhouse world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June is now on stage! The new musical has book by Robert Cary (SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical) and Playhouse Director Emeritus and two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, The Who’s Tommy), music and lyrics by Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash and others, directed by Des McAnuff.
Review: THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla Playhouse

The best way to open this review on the world's premiere musical “The Ballad of Johnny and June” now playing at the La Jolla Playhouse through July 7th is the same way the show starts - with the fantastic music.
Pete Townshend to Introduce THE WHO'S TOMMY Performance on the 2024 Tony Awards

The cast of the Tony Award-nominated production of The Who’s TOMMY will perform on the 2024 Tony Awards broadcast. Introducing the number will be Tony and Grammy Award-winner and rock legend Pete Townshend of The Who. Learn how to watch the Tonys!
Video: Murin and Grant Perform 'Jackson' from THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE at La Jolla

Watch Christopher Ryan Grant and Patti Murin as Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash perform 'Jackson' during previews for the world premiere musical The Ballad of Johnny and June at La Jolla Playhouse here!
Video: What it's like playing Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in The Ballad of Johnny and June

Watch as the cast and creative team of La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June talk about bringing the production to the stage.
Video: Watch the Cast of THE WHO'S TOMMY Perform 'See Me, Feel Me' and 'Pinball Wizard'

Cast from Tthe Tony Award-nominated Broadway production of The Who's TOMMY appeared this morning on Good Morning America. During their appearance, the cast performed the numbers 'See Me, Feel Me' and 'Pinball Wizard' from the show. Watch the performance now!
THE WHO'S TOMMY Will Perform On GOOD MORNING AMERICA Today

Catch a special performance of Broadway's THE WHO'S TOMMY on Good Morning America. Don't miss this exciting showcase of the iconic rock musical. Tune in to see the cast bring the story to life.
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for La Jolla Playhouse's THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE

Get a first look at rehearsals for La Jolla Playhouse's world-premiere musical The Ballad of Johnny and June, with book by Robert Cary (SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical) and Playhouse Director Emeritus and two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, The Who’s Tommy), music and lyrics by Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash and others, directed by Des McAnuff.
Exclusive: Why Two Producers and Friends Embarked On The Amazing Journey of TOMMY THE MUSICAL

BroadwayWorld has invited the producers of the Best Production nominees to reflect on their experiences in bringing their shows to Broadway in this stellar season. Check out a piece written by the producers of The Who's Tommy, Stephen Gabriel and Ira Pittelman.
Christopher Ryan Grant, Patti Murin & More to Lead THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE

La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the cast and creative team for its world-premiere musical, The Ballad of Johnny and June. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE WHO'S TOMMY to Offer $40 Tickets Through Digital Lottery

The Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY is launching a digital lottery! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Jersey Boys Returns to the Las Vegas Stage in New Residency

​​​​​​​The international hit musical and Tony Award-winning show Jersey Boys is back in Las Vegas. This new residency at The Orleans Hotel and Casino will feature the set, style, and sensations that have made Jersey Boys a global musical phenomenon. The show runs from Wednesday to Monday and promises a memorable experience.
Full Cast Set For THE WHO'S TOMMY on Broadway

Complete casting has been announced for the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY.  Find out who is starring in the show here!
Box Office at the Nederlander Theatre is Now Open For The Who's TOMMY on Broadway

The Nederlander Theatre box office (208 West 41st Street) is now open for the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY, produced by Stephen Gabriel and Ira Pittelman.
Alison Luff, Adam Jacobs, John Ambrosino, Bobby Conte, and Christina Sajous Join THE WHO'S TOMMY on Broadway

Reprising their roles from the Goodman Theatre in Chicago are Alison Luff as Mrs. Walker, Adam Jacobs as Captain Walker, John Ambrosino as Uncle Ernie, Bobby Conte as Cousin Kevin, and Christina Sajous as The Acid Queen. They join previously announced Ali Louis Bourzgui as Tommy Walker, also reprising his Jeff Award-winning role from the Goodman. 
Ali Louis Bourzgui Will Lead The Who's TOMMY on Broadway

Ali Louis Bourzgui will play Tommy in the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY opening on March 28, 2024.

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