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BIO

Wiley DeWeese is a New York based music director, arranger, orchestrator, conductor and keyboardist. On Broadway, he has served as music director and co-orchestrator for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, associate music director for Girl From the North Country, and as a substitute conductor for The Band’s Visit and Amelie.


Off-Broadway he has served as music director for Whisper House (The Civilians), The Lucky Ones (Ars Nova), and The Wildness (Ars Nova). He also played keyboards for the premieres of Preludes (LCT3) and First Daughter Suite (Public).
Since 2018, Wiley has served as the music supervisor/orchestrator for the Michael Friedman Recording Project, which aims to preserve the works of the late, great composer Michael Friedman. To date, the project has released studio cast albums of The Abominables, This Beautiful City, The Great Immensity, (I am) Nobody’s Lunch, and Paris Commune, all available on Sh-k-boom/Ghostlight records.

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2019]
Orchestrations
 
[US Tour, 2019] [Replacement]
Orchestrations[Replacement]
Music Director[Replacement]
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Music Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Music Director
Orchestrations

Whisper House [Off-Broadway, 2022]



Music Director, Conductor, Additional Arrangements/Orchestrations



Girl from the North Country [Broadway, 2020]



Associate Music Director



The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical [Broadway, 2019]



Music Supervisor, Music Director, Conductor, Orchestrations



The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical (US Tour, 2019]



Music Director, Conductor, Orchestrations (not replacement)



Girl From the North Country (Off-Broadway, 2018)



Associate Music Director



Amélie [Broadway, 2017]



Music Associate



The Abominables [Minneapolis, 2017]



Orchestrations



The Wildness [Off-Broadway, 2016]



Music Director



First Daughter Suite [Off-Broadway, 2015]



Keyboard II



Preludes [Off-Broadway, 2015]



Keyboard I



 



 



 



 



News


Morgan Gregory and More Join THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will welcome a new cast as the musical continues performances at The Other Palace. Learn more about the cast here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Boston Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: 'A New Life' from Mulwaukee Rep's PRELUDE TO A KISS
by Joshua Wright - Oct 11, 2024

Get a first listen to ‘A New Life’ from Milwaukee Rep's Prelude To A Kiss. Check out the video! Now on stage through October 19th, 2024.
Video: First Listen to 'Cold Feet' from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - Sep 30, 2024

Get a first look at 'Cold Feet' from Milwaukee Rep's Prelude to a Kiss the Musical,where Rita confronts Peter on his (or perhaps really her) nerves on their wedding day. Watch as they discover just how deep their love really is. 
Video: Chris McCarrell, Caitlin Houlahan, Karen Ziemba & More in PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - Sep 18, 2024

Get a first look at Prelude to a Kiss at Milwaukee Rep. Prelude to a Kiss features  book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
Video: Caitlin Houlahan Sings from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - Sep 17, 2024

Watch a preview of Prelude to a Kiss at Milwaukee Rep as Caitlin Houlahan (Rita) performs “I Haven’t Slept in Years,” a soaring ballad about the things that keep her character up at night. Prelude to a Kiss features  book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - Aug 26, 2024

Go inside rehearsals for Milwaukee Repertory Theater's World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For PRELUDE TO A KISS A MUSICAL At Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - Jul 15, 2024

Milwaukee Repertory Theater announced the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
GATSBY, with Music by Florence Welch, Begins Performances at A.R.T.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024

The Great Gatsby begins performances at A.R.T today, May 26th, with an opening night scheduled for June 5th. The production will run through August 3rd.
World Premiere of GATSBY at A.R.T. Pushes First Preview Date
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024

The world premiere musical Gatsby at A.R.T. will now begin previews on May 26. Learn more about the show.
Photos: See Rachel Chavkin, Sonya Tayeh & More in Rehearsals for GATSBY at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024

See rehearsal photos fro Gatsby at A.R.T. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
American Repertory Theater Announces Associated Programming For GATSBY World-Premiere Musical 
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024

A.R.T. has announced associated programming for GATSBY, including a film series, essential question discussions, and access performances.
World Premiere of GATSBY at A.R.T. Extends Through Early August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2024

American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University has added additional performance dates and inventory for its world-premiere musical Gatsby. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Isaac Powell, Ben Levi Ross, Solea Pfeiffer, and More Will Lead GATSBY at A.R.T.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024

The cast has been set for the world premiere of Gatsby, an adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s legendary novel, opening at American Repertory Theater in May!
Creatives Revealed For GATSBY, With Music by Florence Welch
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024

The design and music teams have been announced for the world premiere of Gatsby, featuring music by Florence Welch and directed by Rachel Chavkin, at American Repertory Theatre. 
Video: Hannah Corneau Sings 'I Haven't Slept in Years' from South Coast Rep's PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL
by Joshua Wright - Mar 19, 2024

Watch as Hannah Corneau rehearses 'I Haven't Slept in Years' from Prelude to a Kiss, The Musical with Music Director Wiley DeWeese on piano. The musical has Lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, Music by Daniel Messé and book by Craig Lucas. The production is directed by David Ivers.
South Coast Repertory Presents PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024

Experience the world premiere of PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL at South Coast Repertory. This modern fable, with lyrics by Sean Hartley and Daniel Messé, explores love's peaks and valleys.

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