Daryl Waters
Also Credited As: Daryl M. Waters
Latest News on Daryl Waters:
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Kicks Off the 25-26 Broadway in Wichita Series (Nov 21, 2025)
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour To Play The Bushnell In June 2026 (Nov 19, 2025)
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Original Broadway Cast Recording Out on CD (Nov 14, 2025)
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Kicks Off the 25-26 Broadway in Wichita Series (Nov 21, 2025)
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour To Play The Bushnell In June 2026 (Nov 19, 2025)
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Original Broadway Cast Recording Out on CD (Nov 14, 2025)
BIO
Orchestrations: Memphis: A New Musical (Broadway), Jelly's Last Jam, Street Corner Symphony, Bring in 'Da Noise/Bring in 'Da Funk (Broadway), and Miracle Brothers (Off-Broadway) Dance music arrangements: The Color Purple (Broadway). Music supervision/arrangements: A Civil War Christmas, Turn of the Century (Regional). Music direction: The Seven, The Colored Museum (Off-Broadway/Regional). Original music: ...Noise/...Funk (Tony/Grammy nominations), Drowning Crow (Broadway), Blue Door, In Real Life (Off-Broadway), Magnolia, Crowns, and The Dreams of Sarah Breedlove (Regional). Longtime music director for Eartha Kitt.
Photos
Amber Iman, Brandon Victor Dixon, Joshua Henry, Savion Glover, George C. Wolfe, Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Daryl Waters during the Broadway Opening Night Curtain Call for 'Shuffle Along' at The Music Box Theatre on April 28, 2016 in New York C
Date:
04/29/2016
From: Photo Coverage: The SHUFFLE ALONG Cast Takes Opening Night Bows!
Productions
[Off-Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
Music Supervision, Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements[Replacement]
Music Supervisor
[Broadway, 2016]
Music Supervision, Arrangements, and Orchestrations
Writing
Orchestrations and Arrangements
Composer
Music
Music
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, Pirates! The Penzance Musical
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Daryl Waters, Pirates! The Penzance Musical
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, New York, New York
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl WatersNew York, New York
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, New York, New York
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, The Cher Show
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, The Cher Show
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, Shuffle Along, Or the Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed
winner
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Orchestrations
Daryl Waters, Memphis
Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Daryl Waters, Bring in 'da Noise/Bring in 'da Funk
Videos
Video: Watch PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL's Final Curtain Call on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-07-28 12:18:44
Video: Ramin Karimloo Sings 'I Am A Pirate King' in PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - 2025-07-08 12:35:23
Video: Watch an Early Test For BOOP!'s Color-Changing Act Two Opening
by Michael Major - 2025-07-03 10:49:52
Video: Audra McDonald and GYPSY Cast Perform 'Some People' on THE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2025-05-23 07:06:11
Video: Audra McDonald and the Cast of GYPSY Perform Tiny Desk Concert
by Stephi Wild - 2025-04-22 08:59:26
Video: David Hyde Pierce Discusses Broadway Return and Passion for Live Comedy on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-21 13:08:54
Video: Audra McDonald Reflects on Kamala Harris' Visit to GYPSY on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-03 14:32:49
Video: Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein & Joy Woods Perform 'Together, Wherever We Go' From GYPSY
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-13 10:10:20
Video: Watch Jasmine Amy Rogers Sing 'Something to Shout About' From BOOP!
by Michael Major - 2025-03-11 10:51:49
Video: Watch the Cast of BOOP! THE MUSICAL Rehearse For Their Broadway Run
by Michael Major - 2025-02-20 16:26:03
Video: Audra McDonald Talks the 'Tornado' of Mama Rose and How Gavin Creel Inspired Her to Play the Role
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-02-04 10:53:12
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-12-15 11:36:50
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-09 11:53:51
News
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.
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
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.
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.
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Original Broadway Cast Recording Out on CD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Center Stage Records has released the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical on CD. The album is also available in streaming and digital formats.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Center Stage Records has released the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical on CD. The album is also available in streaming and digital formats.
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.
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
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.
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.
BOOP! THE MUSICAL North American Tour Will Open in Rochester in Fall 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025
BOOP! The Musical will embark on a North American Tour, opening for its 50-week run in Rochester, NY at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre. Additional tour cities, dates, and casting for the North American Tour will be announced soon.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025
BOOP! The Musical will embark on a North American Tour, opening for its 50-week run in Rochester, NY at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre. Additional tour cities, dates, and casting for the North American Tour will be announced soon.
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).
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).
Listen: PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Broadway Cast Recording is Available to Stream Now
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical is available in streaming and digital formats now. Listen to the full album and find out how to pre-order the CD here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical is available in streaming and digital formats now. Listen to the full album and find out how to pre-order the CD here!
Katrina Lenk, Jasmine Amy Rogers and More to Join City Center 2026 Encores! Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
New York City Center has unveiled additional cast members for its Encores! series, including Katrina Lenk, Jasmine Amy Rogers and more. Learn more about the productions and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
New York City Center has unveiled additional cast members for its Encores! series, including Katrina Lenk, Jasmine Amy Rogers and more. Learn more about the productions and see how to purchase tickets here!
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!
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!
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL OBC Recording to Have October Release
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025
Center Stage Records will release the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical next month. Learn more about the album and see how to stream here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025
Center Stage Records will release the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical next month. Learn more about the album and see how to stream here!
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.
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
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.
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.
GYPSY Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2025
Broadway says goodbye to Gypsy, which concludes its Broadway run at the Majestic Theatre after 28 previews and 269 regular performances. Take a look back at the production and its historic Broadway run.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2025
Broadway says goodbye to Gypsy, which concludes its Broadway run at the Majestic Theatre after 28 previews and 269 regular performances. Take a look back at the production and its historic Broadway run.
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.
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
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.
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 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!
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!
Gayle King to Host Black Theatre Night Performance of GYPSY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2025
Gayle King will host a one-night-only Black Theatre Night performance of the revival of GYPSY at Broadway’s Majestic Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2025
Gayle King will host a one-night-only Black Theatre Night performance of the revival of GYPSY at Broadway’s Majestic Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Video: Watch PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL's Final Curtain Call on Broadway
by Michael Major - Jul 28, 2025
Pirates! the Penzance Musical ended its limited run on Broadway yesterday. Watch a video of the cast, led by David Hyde Pierce, Ramin Karimloo, and Jinkx Monsoon, take their final bows in the production!
by Michael Major - Jul 28, 2025
Pirates! the Penzance Musical ended its limited run on Broadway yesterday. Watch a video of the cast, led by David Hyde Pierce, Ramin Karimloo, and Jinkx Monsoon, take their final bows in the production!
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company 's revival of Pirates! The Penzance Musical closes at the Todd Haimes Theatre following 21 previews and 109 regular performances.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company 's revival of Pirates! The Penzance Musical closes at the Todd Haimes Theatre following 21 previews and 109 regular performances.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Daryl Waters written?
Daryl Waters has written 2 shows including Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk (Composer), The Cher Show (Orchestrations and Arrangements).
What awards has Daryl Waters been nominated for?
Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Pirates! The Penzance Musical, Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Pirates! The Penzance Musical, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for New York, New York, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for New York, New York, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for New York, New York, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cher Show, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cher Show, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Shuffle Along, Or the Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Memphis and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Bring in 'da Noise/Bring in 'da Funk.
What awards has Daryl Waters won?
Daryl Waters won the Tony Award for Best Orchestrations for Memphis.
Videos