Dave Malloy
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).
Latest News on Dave Malloy:
- Amber Gray, Jasmine Cephas Jones, and More Will Lead Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis' WARRIORSOct 20, 2026
- Goodman Theatre's Centennial Season Draws Record 300,000 PatronsSep 17, 2026
- PHÈDRE, GREAT COMET, CONCORD FLORAL & More Set for University of Washington School of Drama 2026-27 SeasonSep 3, 2026
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).
Photos
From: Photos: First Look at the West Coast Premiere Of OCTET at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
L-RL Skye Dearborn (Trombone), Lev Mamuya (Cello), Robert Shultz (Drums/Percussion), Dave Malloy (Music, Lyrics, Book, and Orchestrations), J. Oconer Navarro (Conductor/Piano), Marissa Licata (Violin), Jason Fisher (Music Contractor/Viola), Lizzie Burns (Bass), Austin Yancey (Alto & Soprano Saxophone/Flute) Absent: Paul Mardy (Tenor Saxophone/Flute)
From: Photo Flash: Opening Night Photos of MOBY-DICK At A.R.T
STAGE CREDITS
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Writing
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Awards and Nominations
Dave Malloy, Octet
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Dave Malloy, Octet
Dave Malloy, Octet
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Dave Malloy, Octet
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Dave Malloy, Octet
Dave Malloy, Beardo
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Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
Dave Malloy, Ghost Quartet
Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812
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Dave Malloy, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
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Dave Malloy, Beowulf - A Thousand Years Of Baggage
Videos
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Calls OCTET Movie 'Avengers for Theater Kids'
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-25 10:26:52
Video: Rachel Zegler Performs Addison Rae's 'Fame is a Gun' at the Las Culturistas Culture Awards
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-18 10:25:17
Video: NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Royal Alexandra Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-07-17 19:32:30
Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for THE GREAT COMET at The Royal Alexandra Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2025-07-09 14:30:54
Video: Highlights from UK Premiere of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-01-28 15:12:31
Video: London Cast of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Sing 'Prologue'
by Stephi Wild - 2024-11-29 05:00:18
Video: Trailer: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-14 12:51:57
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals For NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-26 15:57:55
Video: Get A 360-Degree Look at Zach Theatre's NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-20 12:49:15
Video: First Look at All New Clips From THE WITCHES at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-11 13:34:57
Video: The Cast of THE WITCHES at the National Theatre Sing 'Get Up!'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-10-17 09:30:11
News
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for Warriors, the new musical with book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, coming to Broadway next year! Find out who is starring in the show here.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2026
Chicago's Goodman Theatre completed its 100th anniversary season with 300,000 attendees across 4,000 performances and events, including 290 sold-out shows and 100 free community theater acts reaching all 50 Chicago wards.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
The University of Washington School of Drama announced plans for its upcoming season, with programming details to be revealed for theatergoers in Seattle.
by Elliot Lanes - Aug 25, 2026
It is not often that a singer can enter a stage with a full symphony orchestra playing behind him and hold a sold out crowd of 7,028 people spellbound. This past Saturday evening at Wolf Trap’s Filene Center, Grammy nominated singer/actor Josh Groban did just that while being backed by YOUR National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) in a program called Stage, Screen, and Symphony.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026
Tony winner Gabriel Ebert will mark the release of his debut EP, Bucking Horse, with a celebration concert at Joe's Pub in New York City in August. The Bucking Horse EP is out now on Brooklyn-based record label Sunken Living Room.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 15, 2026
Get a first look at OCTET, the a cappella musical playing at Goodman Theatre in Chicago. Octet runs through August 2nd, 2026. OCTET is written by Dave Malloy and performed entirely without instrumental accompaniment, with the ensemble's voices carrying the full musical weight of the piece.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 8, 2026
A new in-depth article is spotlighting Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming Octet film adaptation, revealing new details about casting, the filming process, and more. Check out a first look photo.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 7, 2026
Rachel Zegler is set to star in NDA, a new psychological thriller film from writer-director Audrey Ellis Fox. She will appear in the movie alongside Penn Badgley and Tony Award nominee Amy Ryan.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
Raven Theatre’s production of Dave Malloy’s Octet has extended at The Goodman. The a cappella musical is directed by Keira Fromm, Associate Director of The Goodman’s Iceboy!.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2026
Following the announcement that his musical Warriors will be coming to Broadway, Lin-Manuel Miranda stopped by The Tonight Show on Wednesday to discuss some of his latest projects, including his new movie that he calls 'Avengers for theater kids.' Watch the interview now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
You can now get a first look at additional images of the world premiere of Black Swan at A.R.T. Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh returns to the A.R.T. to bring the Oscar-nominated psychological thriller Black Swan to the stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026
Goodman's Centennial 25/26 Season will conclude with programming for all ages, interests and neighborhoods. The theater has unveiled its 4th annual partnership with Chicago Park District’s “Night Out in the Parks” to present The Lizard y El Sol.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2026
During the 2026 Las Culturistas Culture Awards on Wednesday, Rachel Zegler took the stage to perform the second-nominated song for Record of the Year, Addison Rae's 'Fame is a Gun.' Check it out now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
PlayGround will present a simultaneous four-city gala honoring Margo Hall, Jessica Kubzansky, Emily Shooltz, and Ericka Ratcliff, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the June Anne Baker Prize for women and non-binary playwrights.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2026
Dave Malloy's a cappella musical OCTET transfers from Raven Theatre to Goodman Theatre's Owen Theatre, featuring the original Chicago cast and directed by Keira Fromm.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2026
Critics weigh in on the Black Swan world premiere at American Repertory Theater, directed by Tony winner Sonya Tayeh, with music by Dave Malloy.
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 14, 2026
What did our critic think of BLACK SWAN at American Repertory Theater?
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026
Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Summer 2026 include Oedipus El Rey and more.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 14, 2026
The Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer and actor Eisa Davis discusses her new play at the Vineyard, ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, as well as her other upcoming projects including a revival of Angela’s Mixtape and the new musical Warriors.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Gatsby at A.R.T.) returns to the American Repertory Theater to direct and choreograph Black Swan, a new stage adaptation of the Oscar-nominated psychological thriller. Check out photos from opening night.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Dave Malloy has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
Dave Malloy has not appeared in the West End.
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.
Dave Malloy has won the following awards: **Drama Desk Awards:** Outstanding Music for Octet **Obie Awards:** Special Citation for Octet, and Special Citation for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 **Outer Critics Circle Awards:** Outstanding New Score for Octet **Theatre World Awards:** Special Theatre World Honoree for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 **Richard Rodgers Award:** Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award
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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