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Recent orchestrations and/or dance arrangements: Memphis (Broadway), Romantic Poetry (M.T.C.), All Shook Up (1st national tour), Walmartopia (cast recording), Berlin, Imperfect Chemistry (cast recording), Always...Patsy Cline, Honky Tonk Angels. Coming up: The Addams Family, The Big Time. Broadway/Tours: All Shook Up (conductor), Ring Of Fire (Assoc. M.D., cast recording), Rent (Assoc. Conductor), The Full Monty (conductor, 1st national).

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STAGE CREDITS

Ring of Fire Ring of Fire
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Performer (Understudy)
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Productions

Come From Away (Non-Equity)Come From Away (Non-Equity)
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Orchestrations
Come From AwayCome From Away
 
[West End, 2021] [Replacement]
Orchestrations[Replacement]
Come From AwayCome From Away
 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
Orchestrations[Replacement]
A Christmas Story Live!A Christmas Story Live!
 
[Motion Picture, 2017]
Orchestrations
Bright StarBright Star
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Orchestrations
Come From AwayCome From Away
 
[Broadway, 2017] [Replacement]
Orchestrator[Replacement]
I Am Anne Hutchinson - I Am Harvey MilkI Am Anne Hutchinson - I Am Harvey Milk
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2016]
Orchestrations
Bright StarBright Star
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Orchestrator
GigiGigi
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Orchestrator
GigiGigi
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2015]
Orchestrations
First DateFirst Date
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Orchestrator
The Addams FamilyThe Addams Family
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Orchestrator (Additional Orchestrations)
Dance Music Arranger
The Addams FamilyThe Addams Family
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Orchestrator (Additional Orchestrations)
Dance Music Arranger
Memphis: A New MusicalMemphis: A New Musical
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Dance Music Arranger
Romantic Poetry
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
Romantic PoetryRomantic Poetry
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
Walmartopia
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Orchestrator
Musical Director
Musical Director
Music Arranger
Ring of FireRing of Fire
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Associate Musical Director
Dust and Dreams
 
[New York, 2005]
Musical Director
All Shook UpAll Shook Up
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Associate Conductor
Keyboard 2
Organ
Imperfect Chemistry
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Orchestrator
Musical Director
The Prince of EgpytThe Prince of Egpyt
 
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Orchestrator

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Orchestrations

August Eriksmoen, Come From Away

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Orchestrations

August Eriksmoen, Bright Star

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Orchestrations

August Eriksmoen, Bright Star

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WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Will Make Canadian Premiere in 2026 Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Will Make Canadian Premiere in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

Mirvish Productions will present the Canadian premiere of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in 2026, bringing the beloved novel to the stage in a highly anticipated theatrical adaptation.
Review: COME FROM AWAY at Paper Mill Playhouse-Kindness Takes Center Stage Photo
Review: COME FROM AWAY at Paper Mill Playhouse-Kindness Takes Center Stage
by Marina Kennedy - Feb 10, 2026

The re-imagined production of 'Come From Away' is now on stage at Paper Mill Playhouse through Sunday, March 1. The production, ingeniously directed and choreographed by Richard J. Hinds, features actors playing musical instruments live onstage
Listen: 'To Be Remembered' From THE (DISASTER) MARATHON OF 1904 Musical Photo
Listen: 'To Be Remembered' From THE (DISASTER) MARATHON OF 1904 Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026

A new original song, 'To Be Remembered,' from the upcoming musical The (Disaster) Marathon of 1904 has been released. Listen to it now, performed by Blake Roman as Frederick Lorz.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour Comes To Zions Bank Broadway At The Eccles Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour Comes To Zions Bank Broadway At The Eccles
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2026

The highly anticipated musical adaptation of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is set to captivate audiences at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City. This new production brings the beloved novel to life with stunning performances and breathtaking stagecraft. Tickets for the show, which promises to be a major theatrical event, are now on sale.
COME FROM AWAY is Coming to Gander's Joseph R. Smallwood Arts and Culture Centre in s Photo
COME FROM AWAY is Coming to Gander's Joseph R. Smallwood Arts and Culture Centre in summer 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025

Following a third record-breaking summer season, director Jillian Keiley's production of Irene Sankoff and David Hein's Come From Away will return to Gander's Joseph R. Smallwood Arts and Culture Centre in summer 2026.
Tickets Now on Sale for WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Shea's Buffalo Theatre Photo
Tickets Now on Sale for WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025

Tickets are now on sale to the North American tour of the musical based on the bestselling novel, Water for Elephants, coming to Shea's Buffalo Theatre for eight performances.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Kicks Off the 25-26 Broadway in Wichita Series Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Kicks Off the 25-26 Broadway in Wichita Series
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

Casting has been announced for the North American Tour of the hit Broadway musical, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Based on the critically acclaimed bestselling novel, this engagement will kick off the 25–26 Broadway in Wichita Series.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour To Play The Bushnell In June 2026 Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour To Play The Bushnell In June 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025

The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS will play The Bushnell in Hartford from June 2–7, 2026. The production, based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, features a book by Rick Elice and music and lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour Comes To Playhouse Square March 2026 Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour Comes To Playhouse Square March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS has announced full casting ahead of its 2026 engagement at Playhouse Square. The musical, based on Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel, features a book by Rick Elice and music and lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Comes To Columbus June, 2026 Photo
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Comes To Columbus June, 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025

The North American tour of the critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, hailed as a Critic's Pick by The New York Times, is coming to the Ohio Theatre June 9-14, 2025.
Video: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Tour First Look Photo
Video: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Tour First Look
by Joshua Wright - Oct 24, 2025

Get a first look at the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS in this all-new video. The tour is led by Zachary Keller (Jacob), Helen Krushinski (Marlena), Robert Tully (Mr. Jankowski), Connor Sullivan (August), Javier Garcia (Camel), Ruby Gibbs (Barbara), Grant Huneycutt (Wade), and Tyler West (Walter).
Review: BULL DURHAM THE MUSICAL at Paper Mill Playhouse is Totally Engaging Photo
Review: BULL DURHAM THE MUSICAL at Paper Mill Playhouse is Totally Engaging
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 15, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse opens their 2025-2026 Season with the exuberant musical, Bull Durham being performed through Sunday, November 2.
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Now on Sale at Proctors Photo
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Now on Sale at Proctors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025

The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to Proctors as part of the Broadway Series. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets here!
Photos: BULL DURHAM in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse Photo
Photos: BULL DURHAM in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse kicked off rehearsals this week for Bull Durham, the first production of its 2025-2026 season. Check out rehearsal photos from the production here!
Video: Meet The Cast of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Tour Photo
Video: Meet The Cast of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Tour
by Joshua Wright - Aug 20, 2025

Meet the cast of the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, which begins performances beginning on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore, MD in this all-new video.
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at PPAC to go on Sale This Week Photo
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at PPAC to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025

The North American tour of the hit Broadway musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to PPAC in December. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets.
Ticket to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The Kentucky Center Now on Sale Photo
Ticket to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The Kentucky Center Now on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025

The North American tour of the critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is coming to The Kentucky Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Zachary Keller and Helen Krushinski to Lead WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour Photo
Zachary Keller and Helen Krushinski to Lead WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025

The cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets to upcoming dates.
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center on Sale N Photo
Tickets to WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025

Tickets for the North American tour of l WATER FOR ELEPHANTS at The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center are on sale now. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Kelli Barrett, Pearl Sun and More to Star in COME FROM AWAY at The Cape Playhouse Photo
Kelli Barrett, Pearl Sun and More to Star in COME FROM AWAY at The Cape Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025

The Cape Playhouse will continue its summer season with COME FROM AWAY, the acclaimed musical about the incredible unity and kindness that emerges in times of crisis with book, music and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has August Eriksmoen been in?

August Eriksmoen has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has August Eriksmoen been in?

August Eriksmoen has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has August Eriksmoen been nominated for?

Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Come From Away, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Bright Star and Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Bright Star.

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