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BIO

Tom Kitt is an American composer, conductor, orchestrator, and musician. For his score for the musical Next to Normal, he shared the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Drama with Brian Yorkey.



He has also won two Tony Awards and an Outer Critics Circle Award for Next to Normal, as well as Tony and Outer Critics Circle nominations for If/Then and SpongeBob SquarePants. He has been nominated for eight Drama Desk Awards, winning one, and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for Jagged Little Pill in 2021.

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Productions

Next To NormalNext To Normal
 
[West End, 2024]
Music
Hell's KitchenHell's Kitchen
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Music Consulting
Hell's KitchenHell's Kitchen
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Orchestrations
Anthony Rapp’s Without YouAnthony Rapp’s Without You
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Additional Orchestrations
Jagged Little PillJagged Little Pill
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Orchestrations and Arrangements
Jagged Little PillJagged Little Pill
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Orchestrator
Musical Supervisor
SuperheroSuperhero
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Orchestrator
Head Over HeelsHead Over Heels
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Orchestrations and Arranger
Musical Supervisor
DaveDave
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Orchestrator
Arranger
Composer
Music Supervisor
Jagged Little PillJagged Little Pill
 
[Boston, 2018]
Music Supervision, Orchestrations and Arrangements
Head Over HeelsHead Over Heels
 
[San Francisco (Regional), 2018]
Composer/Arranger/Orchestrator/Music Supervisor
SpongeBob SquarePantsSpongeBob SquarePants
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Music Supervision
Orchestrations
Arranger
The Spongebob MusicalThe Spongebob Musical
 
[Chicago, 2016]
Orchestrator, Arranger, Music Supervisor
These Paper BulletsThese Paper Bullets
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Orchestrator
Cymbeline
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Original Music
If/ThenIf/Then
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Music
OrphansOrphans
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Composer
The MadridThe Madrid
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Composer
Without YouWithout You
 
[West End, 2012]
Arranger
Bring It On: The MusicalBring It On: The Musical
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Orchestrator
American IdiotAmerican Idiot
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Arranger
Orchestrator
Musical Supervisor
Next to NormalNext to Normal
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Orchestrator
Everyday RaptureEveryday Rapture
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Music Arranger
Orchestrator
American IdiotAmerican Idiot
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Orchestrator
Music Arranger
Musical Supervisor
Everyday Rapture
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Musical Supervisor
Next to NormalNext to Normal
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Orchestrator
13, A New Musical13, A New Musical
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Musical Director
Conductor
Keyboard I
From Up Here
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Composer
You May Now Worship Me
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
Music Arranger
Music Arranger
Musical Director
next to normal
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
High FidelityHigh Fidelity
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
Laugh WhoreLaugh Whore
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Musical Director
Orchestrator
Music Arranger
Keyboards
Band Leader
Debbie Does Dallas
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Musical Supervisor
An Evening With Mario Cantone
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Musical Director

Writing

If/Then
Composer
Superhero
Composer & Lyricist
Almost Famous
Composer & Lyricist
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
The Visitor
Composer

Movies

Debbie Does Dallas: The Musical
[ 2002 ] lyrics
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] Aspiring Composer and Lyricist #9

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Hell's Kitchen

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Music

Tom Kitt, Almost Famous

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tom Kitt, Almost Famous

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tom Kitt, Flying Over Sunset

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tom Kitt, Flying Over Sunset


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Jagged Little Pill


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Jagged Little Pill

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Jagged Little Pill


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Score

Tom Kitt, SpongeBob SquarePants

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, SpongeBob SquarePants


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score

Tom KittSpongeBob SquarePants

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, SpongeBob SquarePants

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, SpongeBob SquarePants

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Music in a Play

Tom Kitt, Cymbeline

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tom Kitt, If/Then

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Music in a Play

Tom KittAll's Well That Ends Well

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Music in a Play

Tom Kitt, The Winter's Tale


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2010 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, American Idiot

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Everyday Rapture

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, American Idiot


winner
The Pulitzer Prize - 2010 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal

Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Music

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal

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Ahead of its first performance on Broadway, lottery and rush ticket policies have been announced for the new musical Redwood, starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel.
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Interview: Adrienne Warren of the BEYOND BROADWAY SERIES at The Hobby Center!

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John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Rob Ruggiero & More Join The Muny 107th Season

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Photos: Jessica Vosk and the Cast of HELL'S KITCHEN in All New Photos Photo
Photos: Jessica Vosk and the Cast of HELL'S KITCHEN in All New Photos

All new production photos have been released from the new musical HELL’S KITCHEN, currently playing at Broadway’s Shubert Theatre, which now features Jessica Vosk. Check out the photos here!
Listen: 'Always Starting Over' From IF/THEN Starring Kerry Ellis Photo
Listen: 'Always Starting Over' From IF/THEN Starring Kerry Ellis

Fans can now get a first listen to the UK premiere of IF/THEN by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, with the release of 'Always Starting Over' on streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music. 
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San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Brings BROADWAY, OUR WAY to the Curran Theatre

The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus will present BROADWAY, OUR WAY, making their debut at one of Broadway’s most-famous touring venues, San Francisco’s Curran Theatre.
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Adam Garcia Joins IF/THEN UK Premiere Starring Kerry Ellis

Adam Garcia has joined the cast of the UK Premiere of IF/THEN, the musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey. He joins the previously announced Kerry Ellis and David Hunter.
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Video: Behind The Scenes of the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Parade with Broadway’s HELL’S KITCHEN

Go behind the scenes at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with the cast of Hell's Kitchen. Watch the cast perform in the rain as they discuss their memories from previous parades in the video here!
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Photos: Idina Menzel and the Cast of REDWOOD Meet the Press

Redwood on Broadway, starring Idina Menzel will begin previews in January 2025 at the Nederlander Theatre. The cast and creative team recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!
Video: Alicia Keys Visits Former School, Reunites with Teacher Who Shaped Her Music Photo
Video: Alicia Keys Visits Former School, Reunites with Teacher Who Shaped Her Music

Alicia Keys is looking back at the education and educators that have led to her massive success. The Hell's Kitchen writer recently visited her old performing arts school, also reuniting with a former teacher who has been integral to her journey. Watch the video now!
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Photos: Idina Menzel-Led REDWOOD Begins Rehearsals

Rehearsals are underway for Redwood on Broadway, starring Idina Menzel. The production will begin previews next month at the Nederlander Theatre. Check out the rehearsal photos here!
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Video: Kate Baldwin Sings 'Everything' from HELD MOMENTARILY at 54 Below

Watch a video of Kate Baldwin singing 'Everything' by Oliver Houser. Oliver Houser is a writer, composer, actor, and a student at the Macaulay Honors Program at Hunter College, NY.
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Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Perfect Way To Die' from HELL'S KITCHEN at The Root 100 Gala

Kecia Lewis was recognized as one of The Root's most influential Black Americans. She performed 'Perfect Way To Die' from Hell's Kitchen. Check out the video here!
David Hunter Joins the Cast of IF/THEN Starring Kerry Ellis Photo
David Hunter Joins the Cast of IF/THEN Starring Kerry Ellis

Further casting has been announced for IF/THEN, by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, in the cast led by Kerry Ellis. David Hunter joins the cast as Lucas. Further casting to be announced.
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Up on the Marquee: REDWOOD

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HELL'S KITCHEN to Launch Multi-Year North American Tour in Fall 2025

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Kelsee Kimmel to Join Broadway's HELL'S KITCHEN as Standby for 'Jersey'

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Tom Kitt written?

Tom Kitt has written 9 shows including High Fidelity (Composer), next to normal (Composer), Bring It On: The Musical (Composer), If/Then (Composer), Superhero (Composer & Lyricist), Almost Famous (Composer & Lyricist), Magic Mike (Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa), The Visitor (Composer), Flying Over Sunset (Music).

What awards has Tom Kitt been nominated for?

Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Almost Famous, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Almost Famous, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Flying Over Sunset, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Flying Over Sunset, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Jagged Little Pill, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jagged Little Pill, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Jagged Little Pill, Best Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Cymbeline, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for If/Then, Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for All's Well That Ends Well , Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Winter's Tale, Best Orchestrations (BroadwayWorld Awards) for American Idiot, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Everyday Rapture, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for American Idiot, The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Next to Normal, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Next to Normal.

What awards has Tom Kitt won?

Tom Kitt has won the following awards: Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Jagged Little Pill; Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jagged Little Pill; Best Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants; Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants; Best Orchestrations (BroadwayWorld Awards) for American Idiot; The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Next to Normal; Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal; and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal.

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