Allen Toussaint
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
[Broadway, 1992]
Conductor
Music Arranger
Musical Director
Orchestrator
Awards and Nominations
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1987 - Best Off Broadway Music
Allen Toussaint, Staggerlee
Videos
VIDEO: Pacific Northwest Ballet In Balanchine's DIAMONDS Coming To The Joyce
by Alan Henry - 2022-05-17 12:50:06
VIDEO: Pacific Northwest Ballet In Crystal Pite's PLOT POINT Coming To The Joyce
by Alan Henry - 2022-05-04 17:35:55
VIDEO: The Joyce at Lincoln Center to Present Pacific Northwest Ballet
by Alan Henry - 2022-04-28 15:28:52
News
ONE NIGHT AT THE BLACKBIRD to Play AMT Theater as Part of Broadway Bound Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026
ONE NIGHT AT THE BLACKBIRD, a new play by Maria Messias Mendes and Thomas Mullen, will run at AMT Theater in New York as part of the Broadway Bound Theatre Festival, featuring jazz, blues, and gospel in a supernatural New Orleans speakeasy setting.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026
ONE NIGHT AT THE BLACKBIRD, a new play by Maria Messias Mendes and Thomas Mullen, will run at AMT Theater in New York as part of the Broadway Bound Theatre Festival, featuring jazz, blues, and gospel in a supernatural New Orleans speakeasy setting.
Greg Osby, Trio Grande and More Set for SFJAZZ February 2026 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
SFJAZZ will present a diverse lineup of jazz performances in February 2026, featuring renowned artists and ensembles. The month-long event will take place at the iconic SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
SFJAZZ will present a diverse lineup of jazz performances in February 2026, featuring renowned artists and ensembles. The month-long event will take place at the iconic SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco.
Review: ELVIS COSTELLO'S RADIO SOUL TOUR at Palace Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Oct 13, 2025
Costello came up with an intriguing mix of crowd favorites, snarling his way through his harder edged material like “The Beat,” “(I Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea,” and “High Fidelity” and displaying his softer side with ballads like “Almost Blue” and “Poisoned Rose.”
by Paul Batterson - Oct 13, 2025
Costello came up with an intriguing mix of crowd favorites, snarling his way through his harder edged material like “The Beat,” “(I Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea,” and “High Fidelity” and displaying his softer side with ballads like “Almost Blue” and “Poisoned Rose.”
Joe's Pub Reveals Artist Selections for 2025-26 Joe's Pub Working Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
Joe's Pub has revealed the artist selections for the 2025-26 Joe’s Pub Working Group. Launched over ten years ago, the program was conceived to address the rapidly shifting state of the performing arts in New York. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
Joe's Pub has revealed the artist selections for the 2025-26 Joe’s Pub Working Group. Launched over ten years ago, the program was conceived to address the rapidly shifting state of the performing arts in New York. Learn more!
SFJAZZ Expands 2025/26 Season With Madeleine Peyroux and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
SFJAZZ has expanded its 2025/26 Season with three newly added performances, including additional concerts by vocalist Madeleine Peyroux and more. See the full lineup here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
SFJAZZ has expanded its 2025/26 Season with three newly added performances, including additional concerts by vocalist Madeleine Peyroux and more. See the full lineup here!
Mike Reid and Joe Henry Confirm New Collaborative Album 'Life & Time'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 23, 2025
GRAMMY award-winning singer-songwriters Mike Reid and Joe Henry have confirmed their new collaborative album, Life & Time, set for release September 5. Check out a new single now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 23, 2025
GRAMMY award-winning singer-songwriters Mike Reid and Joe Henry have confirmed their new collaborative album, Life & Time, set for release September 5. Check out a new single now.
CLASSIC WHITNEY: THE TENTH ANNIVERSARY EDITION at Joe's Pub
by Emmy Rice - Jul 13, 2025
Classic Whitney: Alive! the critically acclaimed hit solo show from Broadway's Kevin Smith Kirkwood, returns home to Joe's Pub to celebrate with Classic Whitney: The Tenth Anniversary Edition!
by Emmy Rice - Jul 13, 2025
Classic Whitney: Alive! the critically acclaimed hit solo show from Broadway's Kevin Smith Kirkwood, returns home to Joe's Pub to celebrate with Classic Whitney: The Tenth Anniversary Edition!
Elvis Costello To Appear in NY Area for Fine Art Tour at Wentworth Gallery
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2025
Wentworth Gallery will present an exclusive collection of works by Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Elvis Costello. Making his highly anticipated art showing, Costello will showcase his creations at two Wentworth Gallery locations on the East Coast.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2025
Wentworth Gallery will present an exclusive collection of works by Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Elvis Costello. Making his highly anticipated art showing, Costello will showcase his creations at two Wentworth Gallery locations on the East Coast.
Janiva Magness Releases 'Back For Me' Album
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025
Janiva Magness has released Back For Me, her most poignant collection to date. Listen to the powerfully engaging, emotionally rich collection from the blues artist.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025
Janiva Magness has released Back For Me, her most poignant collection to date. Listen to the powerfully engaging, emotionally rich collection from the blues artist.
Parsons Dance Makes First Chicago Appearance In 30 Years This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2025
The Auditorium will present a special evening with Parsons Dance, the New York-based contemporary American dance company founded in 1985, and internationally renowned for its athletic ensemble work, boundary-pushing artistry and life-affirming joy.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2025
The Auditorium will present a special evening with Parsons Dance, the New York-based contemporary American dance company founded in 1985, and internationally renowned for its athletic ensemble work, boundary-pushing artistry and life-affirming joy.
Steven Bernstein’s Millennial Territory Orchestra Celebrates 25th Anniversary at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
Steven Bernstein’s Millennial Territory Orchestra (MTO) celebrates its 25th anniversary with a career retrospective at Carnegie Hall this week. Learn more here
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
Steven Bernstein’s Millennial Territory Orchestra (MTO) celebrates its 25th anniversary with a career retrospective at Carnegie Hall this week. Learn more here
AJ CROCE Comes to the Pantages in October
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2025
Hennepin Arts has announced that BMG recording artist/singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce announces his new forthcoming album, “Heart of the Eternal,” to be released on March 7.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2025
Hennepin Arts has announced that BMG recording artist/singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce announces his new forthcoming album, “Heart of the Eternal,” to be released on March 7.
Neal Francis Shares Groove-Heavy Single 'Need You Again'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2025
Acclaimed singer-songwriter-pianist Neal Francis shares the second song from his eagerly anticipated third studio album, Return To Zero. Listen to 'Need You Again' here!
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2025
Acclaimed singer-songwriter-pianist Neal Francis shares the second song from his eagerly anticipated third studio album, Return To Zero. Listen to 'Need You Again' here!
Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra Celebrates 25 Years At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025
Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra celebrates its 25th anniversary with a career retrospective at Carnegie Hall on Friday, March 14.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2025
Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra celebrates its 25th anniversary with a career retrospective at Carnegie Hall on Friday, March 14.
A.J. Croce to Release New Album HEART OF THE ETERNAL in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
BMG recording artist/singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce will release his new forthcoming 11-track album, 'Heart of the Eternal,' to be released on March 7. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
BMG recording artist/singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce will release his new forthcoming 11-track album, 'Heart of the Eternal,' to be released on March 7. Learn more.
Neal Francis to Release New Album in March; Shares New Power Pop Song
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2025
Acclaimed singer-songwriter-pianist Neal Francis is ringing in the new year with his eagerly anticipated third studio album, Return To Zero. The album is heralded by the premiere of the gorgeously sprawling power pop anthem, “What’s Left Of Me,” available everywhere now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2025
Acclaimed singer-songwriter-pianist Neal Francis is ringing in the new year with his eagerly anticipated third studio album, Return To Zero. The album is heralded by the premiere of the gorgeously sprawling power pop anthem, “What’s Left Of Me,” available everywhere now.
Janiva Magness Unveils Poignant Track From Highly Anticipated Spring Release
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2025
Janiva Magness has returned with her 17th album, Back for Me, produced by her longtime friend, producer, and collaborator Dave Darling. Ahead of its release, Magness has shared “Hittin’ on Nothin’' which also features Jesse Dayton.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2025
Janiva Magness has returned with her 17th album, Back for Me, produced by her longtime friend, producer, and collaborator Dave Darling. Ahead of its release, Magness has shared “Hittin’ on Nothin’' which also features Jesse Dayton.
Jeff Parker Releases New ETA IVtet Album 'The Way Out of Easy'
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 12, 2024
Guitarist Jeff Parker has released The Way Out of Easy, the new album with his long-running ETA IVtet featuring saxophonist Josh Johnson, bassist Anna Butterss, and drummer Jay Bellerose. Listen to it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 12, 2024
Guitarist Jeff Parker has released The Way Out of Easy, the new album with his long-running ETA IVtet featuring saxophonist Josh Johnson, bassist Anna Butterss, and drummer Jay Bellerose. Listen to it now.
Neal Francis Returns With Dance-Ready New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024
Acclaimed singer-songwriter-pianist Neal Francis returns with his dance-ready new single, “Back It Up,” available now. This is Francis’ first new music in almost two years. Listen to the song now!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024
Acclaimed singer-songwriter-pianist Neal Francis returns with his dance-ready new single, “Back It Up,” available now. This is Francis’ first new music in almost two years. Listen to the song now!
Davell Crawford Will Perform at the 13th Annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2024
Davell Crawford and his quartet will return to the TD James Moody Jazz Festival to perform “Davell Crawford: a Musical Journey from New Orleans to Newark at Newark Symphony Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2024
Davell Crawford and his quartet will return to the TD James Moody Jazz Festival to perform “Davell Crawford: a Musical Journey from New Orleans to Newark at Newark Symphony Hall.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Allen Toussaint been in?
Allen Toussaint has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Allen Toussaint been in?
Allen Toussaint has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Allen Toussaint been nominated for?
and Best Off Broadway Music (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Staggerlee.
What awards has Allen Toussaint won?
Allen Toussaint has received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. In 2006, he won the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Toussaint was also honored with a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album for "The Bright Mississippi." He received nominations for several other Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Vocal Album and Best American Roots Performance. In addition, Toussaint was recognized by the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and received the Jazz Journalists Association award for Best Arranger. His contributions to music have earned him a place among the greats in the industry.
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