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BIO

In 2009, Ben won the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Bass Competition. The honor included a recording contract with Concord Records through which he released his debut album, State of Art, in 2011.

His album Coming of Age, was released in April 2015.

Williams is a member of guitarist Pat Metheny's Unity Band, which won the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere, 2013
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2012
Michaelis

[Off-Broadway]
New York Theatre Workshop Production, 2011
Performer

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Sound Design

Ben WilliamsThe Select


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Sound Design

Ben Williams, The Select (The Sun Also Rises)


winner
The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Sound Design

Ben Williams, The Select (The Sun Also Rises)

The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Sound Design

Ben Williams, Gatz

News


OUR CLASS is Coming to San Francisco for Limited Engagement

Direct from sold-out New York performances at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) and a subsequent Off-Broadway run at Manhattan’s Classic Stage Company, the acclaimed production, Our Class, written by Polish playwright Tadeusz Słobodzianek, and helmed by Ukrainian-born Jewish director Igor Golyak, will perform a limited engagement at A.C.T.’s Strand Theater
The Old Globe Announces Second Extension For Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS

The Old Globe has announced that its hit production of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, which is adapted for the stage by Tony Award–nominated playwright Ken Ludwig and directed by Peter Amster, has received a second extension week due to popular demand.
Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Extended at The Old Globe

The West Coast premiere of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at the Old Globe, adapted for the stage by Tony Award–nominated playwright Ken Ludwig and directed by Peter Amster, has been extended for one week. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at The Old Globe

The Old Globe has revealed the full cast and creative team for Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Heidi Blickenstaff, Alex Edelman, and More Receive Elliot Norton Awards; Full List

Awards were presented tonight in 37 categories including outstanding actors, directors, designers, choreographers, musicians, productions and 4 visiting productions by the Boston Theater Critics Association (BTCA) at the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards ceremony, held at the Huntington Theatre in Boston.  
Elevator Repair Service's ULYSSES to Premiere at Bard Fisher Center This Summer

The Fisher Center at Bard will kick off its 2024 SummerScape festival with the world premiere of Ulysses. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Heidi Blickenstaff, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY And More Honored At 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards

Discover the winners of the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards, celebrating excellence in the Boston theater scene. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's latest news.
TikTok Star Tayler Holder Drops Collaboration With Cory Asbury

Explore the exciting collaboration between TikTok star turned singer-songwriter, Tayler Holder, and Christian music powerhouse, Cory Asbury. Discover how Holder's comeback is making waves in the music industry. This song was written with Cory Asbury, Paul Maybury and Harrison Hackett (produced by Andy Sheridan and co-produced by Ben Williams).
Säje Wins GRAMMY Award In Best Arrangement, Instruments And Vocals Category

The track comes from their self-titled, self-funded, self-produced and self-released debut full-length, which has earned acclaim from Billboard, WRTI, Jazziz, KNKX, Grimy Goods, Downbeat, Forbes, and more. säje is made up of Los Angeles-based Sara Gazarek and Erin Bentlage and Seattle-situated Johnaye Kendrick and Amanda Taylor. 
OUR CLASS Enters Final Week of Performances at Brooklyn Academy Of Music

New Yorkers have only one more week to see Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, currently running at Brooklyn Academy of Music. Learn how to purchase tickets!
OUR CLASS Extended Through February 11 At Brooklyn Academy Of Music

'Our Class' extends its run at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Fisher Fishman Space until February 11. Don't miss this captivating production.
Photos: First Look at OUR CLASS at Brooklyn Academy of Music

All new production photos have been released from Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, currently running at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Fisher (Fishman Space) for its New York premiere. Check out the photos here!
The Milt Hinton Institute For Studio Bass At NJPAC To Welcome Young Musicians For Summer Program At Montclair State University

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) will host the Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass, an exceptional summer music education program for teens, in residence at Montclair State University, in July 2024. 
NJPAC to Host The Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass Summer Music Education Program for Teens

The Milt Hinton Summer Camp is all about that bass! Join us for a summer experience dedicated to the famous bass player, Milt Hinton. Learn from top-notch instructors and immerse yourself in the world of bass playing.
OUR CLASS To Be A Featured Production At Under The Radar Festival 2024

'OUR CLASS' is set to make its New York premiere at BAM as a featured production at the Under the Radar Festival 2024. Don't miss this exciting play!
Full Cast Set for OUR CLASS at BAM Starring Alexandra Silber, Richard Topol & More

Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, which will premiere at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) for its New York premiere in January, has revealed its cast. Learn how to purchase tickets!
säje's Self-Titled Album Debuts in Top 3 on Billboard Jazz Charts

The album debuted atop multiple Billboard Charts: #2 Top Contemporary Jazz Albums, #3 Top Jazz Albums, #47 Top Current Album Sales, #81 Top Album Sales, and #21 Emerging Artists Chart. säje includes tracks that encompass originals, reimagined jazz standards, and inventive interpretations of contemporary tunes by YEBBA, Bad Plus, and The Beatles.
Zach Bryan, Carrie Underwood & More Nominated For CMA Awards - Full List of Nominations!

Top nominees include first-time nominee Jelly Roll with five nominations, while Luke Combs and HARDY collect four nominations each. Jordan Davis, Ashley McBryde, producer/mix engineer Joey Moi, songwriter/producer Jordan Schmidt, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and musician/producer Derek Wells secure three nominations apiece.
Elevator Repair Service's ULYSSES is Coming to the Fisher Center at Bard in September

Discover the highly anticipated premiere of Elevator Repair Service's adaptation of James Joyce's 'Ulysses' at the Fisher Center at Bard in September. Get ready to experience the magic of this unique theatrical production that brings the epic novel to life on stage.
Tayler Holder Releases New Single 'Til She's Gone'

Following the success of his recent release Holder he is busy getting ready for his debut US tour opening for Dylan Scott on his ‘This Town’s Been Too Good To Us” Tour coming to the US this Fall. In addition, to Tayler, fellow Country Singer-Songwriter Matt Schuster will also be joining the tour in support of Dylan Scott. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Ben Williams been nominated for?

Ben Williams has been nominated for the following awards: Sound Design (Obie Awards) for The Select, Sound Design (Obie Awards) for The Select (The Sun Also Rises), Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for The Select (The Sun Also Rises), and Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Gatz.

What awards has Ben Williams won?

Ben Williams has won the following awards: - Sound Design (Obie Awards) for The Select - Sound Design (Obie Awards) for The Select (The Sun Also Rises) - Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for The Select (The Sun Also Rises).

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