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Dr John Rigby is a conductor, musical supervisor and musicologist who initially studied orchestral conducting at the University of Huddersfield and the Royal Northern College of Music. He gained his PhD from Kings College London having researched the cultural resonances of Franz Lehár’s ‘Berlin’ operettas during the Weimar Republic. He also holds an honorary Doctor of Arts from Edge Hill University in recognition of his work in musical theatre and conducting.

West End credits include: An American in Paris (Dominion); Beautiful and Damned (Lyric); The Drowsy Chaperone (Novello); The King and I (Palladium); The Last Empress (Apollo, Hammersmith); Marguerite (Theatre Royal, Haymarket); Les Misérables (Palace and Queen’s Theatres); The Phantom of the Opera (Her Majesty’s); The Pirates of Penzance (Savoy); The Producers (Theatre Royal, Drury Lane); and Sinatra (Palladium).

As Musical Supervisor, he worked on the UK Tours of The Producers and The King and I; Cameron Mackintosh’s 25th Anniversary Tour of The Phantom of the Opera; the arena world tour of Jesus Christ Superstar; the new production of Miss Saigon at the Prince Edward Theatre; School of Rock at the Gillian Lynne Theatre; and the Russian première of Chess (Broadway Moscow Theatre Company).

Elsewhere, he has conducted Chess for English National Opera; Carmen Jones at London’s Royal Festival Hall; Madama Butterfly for Lyric Opera, Dublin; Carousel for Opera North; and Die Fledermaus for Opera Holland Park. He also enjoys regular concert engagements with orchestras including the BBC Concert Orchestra, the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, the City of London Sinfonia, the Hallé, the London Concert Orchestra, the Orchestra of Opera North, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and the Ulster Orchestra.

John Rigby was nominated for Best Musical Direction for the 2019 production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat at the 20th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards.

John Rigby Productions

 
[West End, 2022] [Replacement]
Co Musical Supervisor[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2021]
Musical Supervisor and Director
 
[West End, 2019]
Musical Supervisor and Director
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Music Supervision
 
[West End, 2017]
Musical Director
 
[West End, 2016]
Music Supervision
 
[West End, 2014]
Musical Supervisor

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JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Opens at The Capitol Theatre Next Month


Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's dazzling new production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will arrive in Sydney in just three weeks! Following the overwhelming wave of critical and audience acclaim the production received during its Melbourne season, this multi award winning show is now heading to Sydney, with performances commencing on 11 February at the Capitol Theatre.

Review: JOSEPH AND THE TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Dazzles in Imaginative New Production


The highly acclaimed production of JOSEPH AND THE TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT has made its way to Toronto. Presented now by Mirvish and directed by Laurence Connor, its premise is straightforward - the Narrator (Vanessa Fisher) is retelling the biblical tale of Joseph (Jac Yarrow) to a group of children.

Review Roundup: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Opens in Toronto


Critics have weighed in on the new London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, which opened at the Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto on December 16th.

Photos & Video: First Look at JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT in Toronto


Get a first look at photos and video of the new London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, now on stage through February 18, 2023 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Video: Jac Yarrow & The Cast Of JOSEPH Meet The Press In Toronto


BroadwayWorld has a look inside rehearsals for the London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat as the company gets ready for its Toronto season at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Jac Yarrow Will Lead JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT in Toronto, Full Cast Announced!


The new London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has announced the cast for its Toronto season at the Princess of Wales Theatre. This new production will star Jac Yarrow who returns to the title role after runs in London and on the UK and Irish tour.

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Extended at the Princess of Wales Theatre


Due to popular demand, four more weeks are being added to the spectacular new London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. The show will begin December 11, 2022 and now play until February 18, 2023 at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Cast Announced For SAVING GRACE at the Riverside Studios


Casting has been announced as rehearsals begin for the previously announced intimate first run of the new musical Saving Grace.

SAVING GRACE Comes to the Riverside Studios Next Month


The first run has been announced of the new musical Saving Grace which will have twelve performances only at the Riverside Studios from Tuesday 22 November – Sunday 4 December 2022.

Trevor Ashley Will Play the Role of Pharaoh in the Sydney Season of JOSEPH...


Star of musial theatre, cabaret, film and television, TREVOR ASHLEY will star exclusively as Pharaoh, in this dazzling new production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, for the strictly limited Sydney season from February 2023. New seats will be released for sale on Friday 7 October 2022.

London Palladium Production Of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Comes To Toronto


The sensational brand-new production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat that originated at the legendary London Palladium will make its North American premiere at the Princess of Wales Theatre, December 11, 2022 to January 22, 2023. Tickets go on sale Monday September 26th.

Cast Announced For JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT in Melbourne and Sydney


Ahead of rehearsals commencing next month, Tim Lawson in association with Michael Harrison and The Really Useful Group have announced the adult ensemble cast for the Melbourne and Sydney seasons of Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Euan Fistrovic Doidge and Paulini Cast In Australian Premiere Of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT


Tim Lawson in association with Michael Harrison and The Really Useful Group have announced that Euan Fistrovic Doidge will star as Joseph, and Paulini as The Narrator, in this dazzling new production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

SCHOOL OF ROCK Opens Next Week at Theatre Royal


School of Rock - The Musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit, Olivier Award-winning West End show will, open at Theatre Royal next week.

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Will Come to the Bristol Hippodrome in 2022


Find out more about the show and how to get tickets. Direct from two seasons at The London Palladium, the brand-new production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat comes to the Bristol Hippodrome from Tuesday 30th August  – Saturday 10th September 2022. 

Andrew Lloyd Webber Aims to Open CINDERELLA on Broadway Next Season


Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber revealed that his stage adaptation of Cinderella, currently running in the West End, will likely open on Broadway next season.

VIDEO: Watch CINDERELLA'S Opening Night Curtain Call in the West End!


The world premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella officially opened last night,18 August, resuming performances after a series of delays due to COVID-19.

Casting Announced For SCHOOL OF ROCK National Tour


Jake Sharp is getting the band back together as it is confirmed that he will lead the cast as Dewey Finn having previously performed the role in the West End. Alex Tomkins will perform in the role at certain performances.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's CINDERELLA Resumes Performances, Opening Tonight, 18 August


The world premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella will officially open tonight, 18 August, resuming performances after a series of delays due to COVID-19.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's CINDERELLA Will Resume Performances on 18 August; Check Out All New Video!


Learn more about the production, how to attend, and check out the all new video here!

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