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BIO

Will Van Dyke is a New York based composer/lyricist and music director.



Will most recently penned the original score for the Off-Broadway play THE GRAVEDIGGER'S LULLABY. Compositions include WRITING KEVIN TAYLOR (Village Theatre), WINNIE THE POOH, KIDS (Disney), THE LION KING EXPERIENCE titles (Disney). Currently in development: MAGNIFICENT CLIMB (with Rick Elice), IMAGINE HARRY, WINTERSONG, SEVEN BROKEN HEARTS, and THE CIRCLE & THE WHEEL (with Jeff Talbott), as well as a theatrical adaptation of his debut album CHASING THE DAY highlighting his work with all of his collaborators. Will has also contributed music for THE DEVIL'S BITCH (Playbill), ONE SMALL STEP FOR MELVIN (Wine & Cheese Club Prod.), and THE GIRLS I'VE LIKE LIKED (Ars Nova). His songs have been performed at venues all over the country.

Will currently serves as the Music Supervisor/Arranger/Orchestrator for PRETTY WOMAN. Other MD credits include KINKY BOOTS, the Off-Broadway Revival of RENT (Music Director), THE ADDAMS FAMILY (Keyboards), Kathleen Marshall's revival of GREASE (Associate Music Director), and the 1st National Touring Company of WICKED (Keyboards). Will orchestrated Andrew Lippa's shows THE MAN IN THE CEILING (Bay Street), and THE LIFE OF THE PARTY that debuted in May of 2014 at The Menier Chocolate Factory in London. Will is also the Music Director of The Whiskey 5 a band he assembled in 2014. Together they work with many New York City based artists including Annaleigh Ashford, Matt Doyle and Jackie Hoffman.

Will's albums, CHASING THE DAY and WRITING KEVIN TAYLOR (2013 Concept Cast Recording), featuring a variety of Broadway performers, are available wherever digital music is sold. His newest album, an EP with Jeff Talbott, A VIEW OF THE RIVER was released in the fall of 2015.

With Annaleigh Ashford, Will helped create and Music Directed her critically accalimed show and live recording LOST IN THE STARS (MAC nomination). He also wrote and produced ANOTHER TIME (MAC nomination). Mostly recently they filmed and performed her one woman show for LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER on PBS.

With Matt Doyle, Will co-wrote and produced his albums DAYLIGHT, CONSTANT, MAKE THE SEASON BRIGHT, and UNCONTROLLED.

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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2024]
Music Director
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Music Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Associate Music Supervisor, Music Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021]
Music Supervisor, Orchestrator & Arranger
 
[West End, 2021]
Music Supervision, Arrangements and Orchestrations
 
[US Tour, 2020]
Music Supervision, Arrangements and Orchestrations
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2020]
Music Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Music Supervision, Arrangements and Orchestrations
 
[Chicago, 2018]
Music Supervision, Arrangements and Orchestrations
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Composer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Associate Conductor
Keyboard 2
Music Director[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Keyboard 2

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Listen: 'Satan Pulls the Strings' Released From SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025

An all new single has been released from the forthcoming Original Broadway Cast Recording of Swept Away. “Satan Pulls the Strings' is sung by John Gallagher, Jr., featuring music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Listen here!
Broadway Veterans Launch Joy Machine Records Spotlighting the Development of New Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2025

A new record label, Joy Machine Records, has launched with a special focus on new musical theater projects and solo projects from new artists. The label is co-founded and run by Broadway music veterans Ian Kagey, Sonny Paladino, Brian Usifer and Will Van Dyke.
Listen: 'No Hard Feelings' From SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

Swept Away will release an original Broadway cast recording on February 7th. An all new single has now been released from the album, “No Hard Feelings,” sung by Adrian Blake Enscoe and Stark Sands. Listen here!
Sherie Rene Scott and Nicholas Christopher Set Final Performance in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025

Sherie Rene Scott and Nicholas Christopher will play their final performances in Little Shop of Horrors as Audrey and Seymour, respectively, next month. Replacement casting for Seymour, Audrey, and Orin will be announced soon.
Photos: The Cast of SWEPT AWAY Takes Final Bows on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2024

On December 29, Swept Away played its final performance at the Longacre Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos from the show's final curtain call here!
SWEPT AWAY Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 29, 2024

Swept Away will play its final performance at the Longacre Theatre following 20 previews and 48 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Dead Outlaw.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; MONARCH at Creative Cauldron Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC Awards; Creative Cauldron Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC 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!
Photos: The New York Public Library Opens the Harvey Fierstein Theatre Lab
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 23, 2024

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center recently unveiled its new theater incubator space, the Harvey Fierstein Theatre Lab, which is now complete and open and accessible to the public. Check out photos from the opening here!
Photos: Aubrey Plaza Visits SWEPT AWAY on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 16, 2024

See photos of Aubrey Plaza visiting The Avett Brothers musical Swept Away on Broadway. Learn more about the Broadway production and learn how to purchase tickets!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards; MONARCH at Creative Cauldron Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC 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: Seth Avett Performs at Curtain Call of SWEPT AWAY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2024

Seth Avett of The Avett Brothers joined the cast of Swept Away on stage for a surprise post-show performance of “Tear Down the House” and “Untitled #4” this weekend. Check out photos and video here!
Listen: 'Ain't No Man' From SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024

The first single “Ain’t No Man” has been released from the Swept Away (Original Broadway Cast Recording), featuring music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers. Listen here!
Roger Bart Joins The Broadway Cruise Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2024

Tony winner Roger Bart has joined the lineup for the 3rd sailing of The Broadway Cruise. See who else has joined the programming and learn more about the Cruise.
SWEPT AWAY Pushes Back Broadway Closing Date
by Joshua Wright - Dec 11, 2024

The Broadway production of Swept Away has extended its run at the Longacre Theatre through Sunday, December 29, due to a surge in ticket sales following the previous announcement of its closing.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL Takes The Century II Concert Hall Stage In January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2024

The American Theatre Guild will present the dazzling production based on one of Hollywood's most beloved romantic stories, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC 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!
SWEPT AWAY Sets Broadway Closing Date
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 6, 2024

Swept Away will play its final performance on December 15, 2024. The musical, with music and lyrics by The Avett Brothers, will have played 32 regular performances and 20 previews at the time of its closing. 
PRETTY WOMAN Announces Eva Gary, Jack Rasmussen and More for Final Leg of North American Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2024

The producers of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL have announced the full route and cast for the North American Tour, which will launch its final leg this January after 4+ years on the road.
SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released in February
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the new Broadway musical Swept Away is coming soon! Find out when and where you can get the album and pre-order it here!

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