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Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Music in a Play

Will Butler, Stereophonic

Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Will Butler, Stereophonic

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)

Will Butler, Stereophonic

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Orchestrations

Will Butler, Stereophonic

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

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THE OUTSIDERS, STEREOPHONIC And More Set for Blumenthal Arts 2025-2026 Broadway Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

Blumenthal Arts has announced a lineup for the 2025–2026 season, featuring the best new shows direct from Broadway, including big winners from the 2024 Tony Awards.
Theatre Communications Group to Publish David Adjmi’s STEREOPHONIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025

Theatre Communications Group will publish Stereophonic by David Adjmi, featuring original songs by Will Butler of Arcade Fire. Learn more about Stereophonic here!
21 Theater Books for Your Spring 2025 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 13, 2025

Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 21 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Spring 2025 reading list.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC and More Set for Broadway in Chicago 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025

Broadway In Chicago has revealed that the upcoming season lineup will include Rodgers & Hammerstein’s critically acclaimed THE SOUND OF MUSIC and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set For STEREOPHONIC in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025

The West End transfer of Stereophonic, the Tony Award-winning play by David Adjmi with music by Will Butler, has officially announced its full cast ahead of its UK debut at London’s Duke of York’s theatre.
New Subscriptions Available for 2025-26 Broadway at The Paramount Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

New subscriptions packages are availalbe for Broadway at The Paramount's 2025-26 season. Packages include seven season shows. See the shows here and learn how to purchase tickets.
STEREOPHONIC Will Make Its Chicago Premiere in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025

STEREOPHONIC , the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, will make its Chicago premiere at the CIBC Theatre in 2026. Learn more about the play and see how to purchase tickets.
STEREOPHONIC, SUFFS, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Broadway in Hollywood 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025

The 2025-26 season has been announced for Broadway in Hollywood, set for the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. Learn more about the full season and find out how to get tickets here!
THE NOTEBOOK, SHUCKED and More Set for BroadwaySF 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2025

BroadwaySF has unveiled the lineup for its 2025/26 season, featuring seven acclaimed Broadway productions. The season kicks off with the hilarious Tony Award-winning musical comedy, SHUCKED. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
AMERICAN THEATRE GUILD at KC Music Hall And Kauffman Center
by Alan Portner - Feb 19, 2025

The new 2025-2026 season schedule for the PNC Bank Broadway Series in Kansas City has been announced by American Theatre Guild Senior Director of Booking Operations Craig Aikman.  This year’s menu of traveling tour companies includes familiar offerings, but many more of the productions offered are still currently on Broadway or are making their premiere appearances in Kansas City,
Broadway in Kansas City Reveals 25-26 Season Featuring WICKED and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

PNC Broadway in Kansas City has revealed the 25–26 season for Music Hall and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, featuring Wicked and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
SUFFS, SHUCKED, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For The Smith Center's 2025-2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts has announced its latest lineup of Broadway productions as part of the 2025-2026 season. The new season features nine stage productions direct from Broadway.
Dates Set and Tickets on Sale For STEREOPHONIC at the Duke of York's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

Following the production announcement earlier this month, Stereophonic is confirmed to run at the Duke of York's Theatre beginning this May. Learn more about the show here!
Video: STEREOPHONIC Performs Encore of 'Masquerade' at Final Curtain Call
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025

Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, played its final performance on Broadway, followed by a special encore performance of the hit song, “Masquerade” by the cast and creative team. Check out the video footage here!   
STEREOPHONIC Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 12, 2025

Stereophonic will play its final performance at the GoldenTheatre following 16 previews and 305 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Operation Mincemeat.
STEREOPHONIC Will Transfer to the West End and Embark on U.S. Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025

Ahead of its final week of performances, Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play from David Adjmi, has announced a West End engagement in May 2025 at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre, and a U.S. national tour.
The Best Reviewed Broadway Shows of 2024
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 4, 2025

44 Broadway shows opened in 2024, and while not all of them were loved by the critics, there were plenty of standouts all year long. We're breaking down the best Broadway shows of 2024 by month.
What's Closing Soon on Broadway & Off Broadway- January 2025
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 31, 2024

Last call to catch some of your favorite stars in action on and off Broadway, including a holiday favorite, a Tony-winning Best Play, and more. Get your tickets to these shows now before they are gone for good.  
Photos: On the Red Carpet at ALL IN: COMEDY ABOUT LOVE Gala Night
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 18, 2024

Performances are now underway for All In: Comedy About Love by Simon Rich. BroadwayWorld attended the show's gala night, and you can check out photos of the stars arriving on the red carpet here!
Video: STEREOPHONIC Tiny Desk Concert with Will Brill, Juliana Canfield, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2024

Ahead of its Broadway run ending on January 12, the Tony-award-winning play Stereophonic took part in an NPR Tiny Desk Concert. The original Broadway cast members perform the music, including Will Brill, Juliana Canfield, Tom Pecinka, Sarah Pidgeon, and Chris Stack. Watch the concert now!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Will Butler written?

Will Butler has written 1 shows including Stereophonic (Original Songs).

What awards has Will Butler been nominated for?

Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stereophonic, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Stereophonic, Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stereophonic, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Stereophonic and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Stereophonic.

What awards has Will Butler won?

Will Butler won the Outstanding Music in a Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for Stereophonic.

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