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BIO

Dave Malloy is a composer/sound designer/performer, winner of a 2009 Jonathan Larson Grant and a recipient of the 2009-11 NEA/TCG Career Development Program for Theatre Designers. His most recent large-scale work, Beowulf – A Thousand Years of Baggage, a Banana Bag & Bodice SongPlay commissioned by Berkeley's Shotgun Players featuring dueling trombones and 40's vocal jazz harmonies, enjoyed sold out runs in Berkeley and NYC, received the 2008 Glickman Award and appeared on the Best of 2008 lists of every major Bay Area paper (including two #1 spots).

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STAGE CREDITS

Moby Dick Moby Dick
[Boston]
American Repertory Theater's World Premiere Musical, 2019
Melville
Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Pierre (Albania) [Replacement]
(Alternate) [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2013

Productions

The WitchesThe Witches
 
[West End, 2023]
Music and lyrics
Ghost QuartetGhost Quartet
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Book
Lyrics
Music
PreludesPreludes
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Author
Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Piano
Orchestrator

Writing

Three Houses
Music
Book
Lyrics
Creator
Preludes
Author
Octet
Bookwriter, Composer, & Lyricist
Moby Dick (2019)
Book, Music and Lyrics

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Dave Malloy, Octet

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Lyrics

Dave Malloy, Octet


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Music

Dave Malloy, Octet

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Dave Malloy, Octet


winner
Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation

Dave Malloy, Octet


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding New Score

Dave Malloy, Octet

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Music

Dave Malloy, Beardo


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2017 - Special Theatre World Honoree

Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Book of a Musical

Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Orchestrations

Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Music

Dave Malloy, Ghost Quartet

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Lyrics

Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Music

Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812


winner
Obie Awards - 2013 - Special Citation

Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812


winner
Richard Rodgers Award - 2013 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award

Dave Malloy

IT Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Original Music

Dave MalloyBeowulf - A Thousand Years Of Baggage

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Review: Jarrett Winters Morley's History of THE GREAT COMET Strikes at 54 Below Photo
Review: Jarrett Winters Morley's History of THE GREAT COMET Strikes at 54 Below
by Steven Favreau - Jan 29, 2026

For a brief evening beneath Broadway, the comet burned close enough to touch in the 1/23 concert, THE HISTORY OF NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 presented by Jarrett Winters Morley.
Review: OCTET at Studio Theatre Photo
Review: OCTET at Studio Theatre
by David Friscic - Jan 21, 2026

Multi-talented composer, book writer, and vocal arranger Dave Malloy has created a musically eclectic, thematically relevant, and vocally complex work in his audacious and highly relevant work Octet.
Interview: Jarrett Winters Morley Brings THE HISTORY OF NATASHA, PIERRE... to 54 Belo Photo
Interview: Jarrett Winters Morley Brings THE HISTORY OF NATASHA, PIERRE... to 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 16, 2026

Read a conversation with Morley about the 1/23 concert, which weaves history about NATASHA, PIERRE AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 between songs from the show.
THE HISTORY OF NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 and More Set for 54 Below Ne Photo
THE HISTORY OF NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Sean McDermott, The History of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 and more. 
John Cariani and Carson Stewart to Star in TEN BRAVE SECONDS at Pioneer Theatre Compa Photo
John Cariani and Carson Stewart to Star in TEN BRAVE SECONDS at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2026

Pioneer Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Ten Brave Seconds. The production features music & lyrics by Will Van Dyke and book & lyrics by Jeff Talbott.
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025 Photo
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026

In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.
Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and More to Perform at 54 Below in Jan Photo
Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2025

In January of 2026, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, Matthew Morrison and many more. 
THE HISTORY OF NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 is Coming to 54 Below Photo
THE HISTORY OF NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 is Coming to 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

Directed and hosted by Jarrett Winters Morley at 54 Below, The History of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 will celebrate the Tony Award winning Dave Malloy musical.
Performances Added For OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group Photo
Performances Added For OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group has added multiple performances for the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short.
Review: Crisp, Bracing 'OCTET' at Wilbury Theatre Group Photo
Review: Crisp, Bracing 'OCTET' at Wilbury Theatre Group
by John McDaid - Dec 9, 2025

CRISP, BRACING 'OCTET' AT THE WILBURY at Wilbury Theatre Group?Crisp, Bracing 'OCTET' at Wilbury Theatre Group: Quirky a cappella musical takes on our digital obsessions
Photos: Rhode Island Premiere Of OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group Photo
Photos: Rhode Island Premiere Of OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group is presenting the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short with musical direction by Milly Massey. See photos of the production.
Feature: REFLECTIONS ON RUSSIA: GMU CAST MEMBERS ON AN EPIC COLLEGE THEATRICAL EXPERI Photo
Feature: REFLECTIONS ON RUSSIA: GMU CAST MEMBERS ON AN EPIC COLLEGE THEATRICAL EXPERIENCE
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 26, 2025

Every once in awhile you go to see a show not knowing what the final product is going to be. The epic musical Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 was one of those musicals that was very specific to its original staging because of it’s tent location. It was totally immersive. When the show moved to Broadway, it didn’t have the same effect.
Photos: First Rehearsal Of Dave Malloy's OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group Photo
Photos: First Rehearsal Of Dave Malloy's OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group will present the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short with musical direction by Milly Massey. See rehearsal photos here. 
Hudson Valley Shakespeare to Celebrate 10th Anniversary Community Bake-Off with Six N Photo
Hudson Valley Shakespeare to Celebrate 10th Anniversary Community Bake-Off with Six New Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

Hudson Valley Shakespeare has revealed the six plays selected for their 10th annual Community Bake-Off, following the theme of “Wired for Connection.”
A.R.T. to Develop HIGH ON THE HOG Theatrical Experience Photo
A.R.T. to Develop HIGH ON THE HOG Theatrical Experience
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2025

American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) is developing a new theatrical experience based on High on the Hog: A Culinary Journey from Africa to America by Dr. Jessica B. Harris.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Adds Kuhoo Verma as 'Veronica'; McKenzie Kurtz & Olivia Hardy Ta Photo
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Adds Kuhoo Verma as 'Veronica'; McKenzie Kurtz & Olivia Hardy Take Leaves
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025

Heathers The Musical announces cast changes, including Kuhoo Verma as Veronica. Discover the latest updates and performance details!
OCTET Extended for Ninth Week at Crow’s Theatre Photo
OCTET Extended for Ninth Week at Crow’s Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025

Crow’s Theatre, Soulpepper Theatre, and The Musical Stage Company have announced a ninth-week extension of Octet, Dave Malloy’s acclaimed a cappella chamber musical exploring how technology shapes human connection.
Cast and Creative Team Set For Wilbury Group's OCTET Photo
Cast and Creative Team Set For Wilbury Group's OCTET
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025

Wilbury Theatre Group has announced the cast and creative team of the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy. Learn more here!
Dave Malloy to Participate in Hudson Valley Shakespeare's COMMUNITY BAKE-OFF Photo
Dave Malloy to Participate in Hudson Valley Shakespeare's COMMUNITY BAKE-OFF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025

Hudson Valley Shakespeare wisll present their 10th annual Community Bake-Off, following the theme of “Wired for Connection,” with ingredients selected by Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Dave Malloy been in?

Dave Malloy has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Dave Malloy been in?

Dave Malloy has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Dave Malloy been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Octet, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Octet, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Octet, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Octet, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Octet, Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Octet, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Beardo, Special Theatre World Honoree (Theatre World Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Ghost Quartet, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award) and Outstanding Original Music (IT Awards) for Beowulf - A Thousand Years Of Baggage.

What awards has Dave Malloy won?

Dave Malloy has won several prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Music award at the Drama Desk Awards for Octet and a Special Citation at the Obie Awards for the same production. He also received the Outstanding New Score award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Octet. For Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, he was honored with the Special Theatre World Honoree award from the Theatre World Awards and another Special Citation at the Obie Awards. Additionally, he earned the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award from the Richard Rodgers Award.

How many shows has Dave Malloy written?

Dave Malloy has written 5 shows including Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 (Composer), Preludes (Author), Octet (Bookwriter, Composer, & Lyricist), Moby Dick (Book, Music and Lyrics), Three Houses (Music).

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