Aaron Dessner
Latest News on Aaron Dessner:
Sara Bareilles Confirms New Album 'Good Grief' and Fall Tour (Jun 3, 2026)
Photos: Darren Criss, Anaïs Mitchell, and More at the Atlantic Theater Company's 40th Anniversary Gala (Apr 28, 2026)
Darren Criss, Aubrey Plaza and More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 40th Anniversary Gala (Apr 1, 2026)
Sara Bareilles Confirms New Album 'Good Grief' and Fall Tour (Jun 3, 2026)
Photos: Darren Criss, Anaïs Mitchell, and More at the Atlantic Theater Company's 40th Anniversary Gala (Apr 28, 2026)
Darren Criss, Aubrey Plaza and More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 40th Anniversary Gala (Apr 1, 2026)
BIO
Dessner is an American musician, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known as a founding member of the rock band The National, with whom he has recorded eight studio albums, and is one half of the indie rock duo Big Red Machine, alongside Bon Iver's Justin Vernon.
Alongside his work with The National and Big Red Machine, Dessner has produced albums by Taylor Swift, Frightened Rabbit, Sharon Van Etten, Local Natives, This Is the Kit, Adia Victoria, Lisa Hannigan, and Lone Bellow, amongst others.
Working alongside his twin brother Bryce, the pair curated and produced the charity compilations, Dark Was the Night (2009) and Day of the Dead (2016), for the Red Hot Organization.
Dessner co-founded and curates three music festivals: Eaux Claires in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, alongside his Big Red Machine partner Vernon; HAVEN in Copenhagen with his brother Bryce, and Boston Calling Music Festival.
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VIDEO: Kathryn Gallagher and Andy Mientus Perform the 'Broadway Witch Version' of Taylor Swift's 'willow'
by Stephi Wild - 2020-12-22 06:58:51
News
Sara Bareilles Confirms New Album 'Good Grief' and Fall Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2026
Singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles will release her new album, Good Grief, on August 28, accompanied by a U.S. tour. Listen to the album’s first single, “Home,” available now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2026
Singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles will release her new album, Good Grief, on August 28, accompanied by a U.S. tour. Listen to the album’s first single, “Home,” available now.
Photos: Darren Criss, Anaïs Mitchell, and More at the Atlantic Theater Company's 40th Anniversary Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Stars of stage and screen lit up The Plaza to help the historic Atlantic Theater Company celebrate 40 years of empowering new voices in the industry and championing diverse and bold pieces of theater. Check out photos from the event here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Stars of stage and screen lit up The Plaza to help the historic Atlantic Theater Company celebrate 40 years of empowering new voices in the industry and championing diverse and bold pieces of theater. Check out photos from the event here!
Darren Criss, Aubrey Plaza and More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 40th Anniversary Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026
Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2026 Gala at The Plaza, celebrating the historic theater’s 40th Anniversary. The event will feature performances from Darren Criss, Aubrey Plaza and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026
Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2026 Gala at The Plaza, celebrating the historic theater’s 40th Anniversary. The event will feature performances from Darren Criss, Aubrey Plaza and more.
Tanglewood 2026 Popular Artist Series Adds Cynthia Erivo, Hugh Jackman, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
The Tanglewood Popular Artist Series, which each year brings a star-studded lineup of musicians and performers to Tanglewood’s Koussevitzky Music Shed, continues to expand its 2026 summer season with the addition of Jon Stewart among a roster of major artists across genres including rock, country, pop, Broadway, and soul.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026
The Tanglewood Popular Artist Series, which each year brings a star-studded lineup of musicians and performers to Tanglewood’s Koussevitzky Music Shed, continues to expand its 2026 summer season with the addition of Jon Stewart among a roster of major artists across genres including rock, country, pop, Broadway, and soul.
Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Menken, & More Set for 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025
Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Menken, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and more will either present and/or perform at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner slated for Thursday, June 12th at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025
Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Menken, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and more will either present and/or perform at the 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Dinner slated for Thursday, June 12th at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.
Photos: Inside the 65th GRAMMY Awards With Adele, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift & More
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2023
Check out photos of Trevor Noah, Madonna, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Lizzo, SZA, Adele, Bonnie Raitt, JAY-Z, First Lady Jill Biden, Camila Cabello, Harry Styles, Cardi B, Adrienne Bailon, Queen Latifah, and more on the red carpet and inside The GRAMMYS.
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2023
Check out photos of Trevor Noah, Madonna, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Lizzo, SZA, Adele, Bonnie Raitt, JAY-Z, First Lady Jill Biden, Camila Cabello, Harry Styles, Cardi B, Adrienne Bailon, Queen Latifah, and more on the red carpet and inside The GRAMMYS.
Review: THE NATIONAL, All Points East
by Clementine Scott - Aug 29, 2022
In their first UK festival performance since before the pandemic, American soft rock quintet The National have shown themselves to be capable of a competent return to form. Their particular brand of soaring choruses is reminiscent of a brooding film soundtrack, and is a perfect fit for the atmospheric surrounds of East London’s Victoria Park.
by Clementine Scott - Aug 29, 2022
In their first UK festival performance since before the pandemic, American soft rock quintet The National have shown themselves to be capable of a competent return to form. Their particular brand of soaring choruses is reminiscent of a brooding film soundtrack, and is a perfect fit for the atmospheric surrounds of East London’s Victoria Park.
VIDEO: Get a Behind the Scenes Look at CYRANO in a New Featurette
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2022
Award-winning director Joe Wright envelops moviegoers in a symphony of emotions with music, romance, and beauty in Cyrano, re-imagining the timeless tale of a heartbreaking love triangle. The greatest love story ever told is in select cities January 28th and everywhere February 11th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2022
Award-winning director Joe Wright envelops moviegoers in a symphony of emotions with music, romance, and beauty in Cyrano, re-imagining the timeless tale of a heartbreaking love triangle. The greatest love story ever told is in select cities January 28th and everywhere February 11th.
Anaïs Mitchell Releases New Single 'Brooklyn Bridge'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2021
Tony- and Grammy-award-winning singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell has released the second single from her forthcoming new album today. “Brooklyn Bridge” finds Mitchell narrating what she calls “an unbearably romantic” trip over the Brooklyn Bridge colored by Bon Iver member Michael Lewis’ heartstring-tugging saxophone accompaniment.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2021
Tony- and Grammy-award-winning singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell has released the second single from her forthcoming new album today. “Brooklyn Bridge” finds Mitchell narrating what she calls “an unbearably romantic” trip over the Brooklyn Bridge colored by Bon Iver member Michael Lewis’ heartstring-tugging saxophone accompaniment.
Anaïs Mitchell Releases New Single 'Bright Star'; Announces New Solo Album & US Tour
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2021
'Hadestown' Tony- and Grammy-award-winning singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell has announced her first solo record in over a decade. Mitchell has also shared the album’s stunning first single, “Bright Star'. Upon the release of the new self-titled album, Mitchell will embark on a new US tour. Watch the music video for the new single now!
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2021
'Hadestown' Tony- and Grammy-award-winning singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell has announced her first solo record in over a decade. Mitchell has also shared the album’s stunning first single, “Bright Star'. Upon the release of the new self-titled album, Mitchell will embark on a new US tour. Watch the music video for the new single now!
MIF Opens With Commissions By Leading UK & International Artists
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2021
Manchester International Festival (MIF), returns with a vibrant programme of original new work from across the spectrum of visual and performing arts and music by artists from over 20 countries.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2021
Manchester International Festival (MIF), returns with a vibrant programme of original new work from across the spectrum of visual and performing arts and music by artists from over 20 countries.
Guest Blog: John McGrath On Bringing The Manchester International Festival Back Stronger Then Ever
by BWW Staff - Jun 29, 2021
John McGrath is Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Manchester International Festival [MIF], a worldclass celebration of original work that had marked seven festivals prior to the imminent 2021 cultural celebration that starts July 1. Unfolding over 18 days both indoors and outdoors, both in three dimensions and online, MIF21 wasn't about to let a pandemic stand in the way of its pioneering vision, as McGrath himself explains below.
by BWW Staff - Jun 29, 2021
John McGrath is Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Manchester International Festival [MIF], a worldclass celebration of original work that had marked seven festivals prior to the imminent 2021 cultural celebration that starts July 1. Unfolding over 18 days both indoors and outdoors, both in three dimensions and online, MIF21 wasn't about to let a pandemic stand in the way of its pioneering vision, as McGrath himself explains below.
Manchester International Festival Announces 2021 Performance Highlights
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2021
Manchester International Festival (MIF), the world's first festival of original, new work and special events, today unveils its 2021 programme, which will take place across 18 days (1-18 July 2021).
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2021
Manchester International Festival (MIF), the world's first festival of original, new work and special events, today unveils its 2021 programme, which will take place across 18 days (1-18 July 2021).
Lisa Hannigan Joins The Everyman & Islander's BEHIND THE CURTAIN Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2021
The Everyman and Islander are launching the second in the series of their live streamed monthly Friday night sessions, ‘Behind the Curtain’ - welcoming audiences behind the curtains of Cork city’s heartlands of music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2021
The Everyman and Islander are launching the second in the series of their live streamed monthly Friday night sessions, ‘Behind the Curtain’ - welcoming audiences behind the curtains of Cork city’s heartlands of music.
Sundance ASCAP Music Café Returns To A New Virtual Venue In The Festival Village
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2021
Featuring a dynamic mix of music performances and composer and filmmaker interviews that celebrate the marriage of music and film, the lineup will kick off at 5:00 PM ET/ 3:00 PM MT/ 2:00 PM PT each day from January 29 to February 1. (A free account is required.)
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2021
Featuring a dynamic mix of music performances and composer and filmmaker interviews that celebrate the marriage of music and film, the lineup will kick off at 5:00 PM ET/ 3:00 PM MT/ 2:00 PM PT each day from January 29 to February 1. (A free account is required.)
VIDEO: Kathryn Gallagher and Andy Mientus Perform the 'Broadway Witch Version' of Taylor Swift's 'willow'
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2020
Kathryn Gallagher and Andy Mientus have released a new video, performing their 'Broadway Witch Version' of Taylor Swift song 'willow.'
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2020
Kathryn Gallagher and Andy Mientus have released a new video, performing their 'Broadway Witch Version' of Taylor Swift song 'willow.'
Taylor Swift Releases Full Performance of 'Exile' From FOLKLORE: THE LONG POND STUDIO SESSIONS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2020
Taylor Swift transforms her five-time GRAMMY nominated Album of the Year into an intimate cinematic concert experience for “folklore: the long pond studio sessions,” now streaming on Disney+. The full performance of “exile” from the long pond studio sessions features Justin Vernon (Bon Iver).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2020
Taylor Swift transforms her five-time GRAMMY nominated Album of the Year into an intimate cinematic concert experience for “folklore: the long pond studio sessions,” now streaming on Disney+. The full performance of “exile” from the long pond studio sessions features Justin Vernon (Bon Iver).
Taylor Swift's 'folklore' Concert Film Will Premiere on Disney Plus
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 24, 2020
Taylor Swift, Aaron Dessner (The National), Jack Antonoff (Bleachers) and Justin Vernon (Bon Iver) created an album that crossed genres -- a musical journey that allows us to cry and laugh, and during these trying times, makes us feel like we’re not quite so alone.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 24, 2020
Taylor Swift, Aaron Dessner (The National), Jack Antonoff (Bleachers) and Justin Vernon (Bon Iver) created an album that crossed genres -- a musical journey that allows us to cry and laugh, and during these trying times, makes us feel like we’re not quite so alone.
Kelvin Harrison Jr. Joins Peter Dinklage-Led CYRANO Musical Film Adaptation
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 21, 2020
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage will lead MGM's Cyrano musical film adaptation, reprising a role he played off Broadway in 2019. Kelvin Harrison Jr. (The Photograph, Godfather of Harlem) has just joined the cast as Christian.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 21, 2020
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage will lead MGM's Cyrano musical film adaptation, reprising a role he played off Broadway in 2019. Kelvin Harrison Jr. (The Photograph, Godfather of Harlem) has just joined the cast as Christian.
MGM Acquires CYRANO, Starring Peter Dinklage, Haley Bennett, Brian Tyree Henry & Ben Mendelsohn
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 4, 2020
MGM has acquired Cyrano, a musical film adaptation. According to Deadline, Peter Dinklage will reprise title role that he played onstage at the Terris Theatre in 2018 and at the Daryl Roth Theatre in 2019.
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 4, 2020
MGM has acquired Cyrano, a musical film adaptation. According to Deadline, Peter Dinklage will reprise title role that he played onstage at the Terris Theatre in 2018 and at the Daryl Roth Theatre in 2019.
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Aaron Dessner has written 1 shows including Cyrano (Composer).
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