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David Cullen

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BIO

Studied composition with Howard Ferguson and Richard Rodney Bennett at the Royal Academy of Music in the 1960s. He is best known as an orchestrator of musicals, particularly those of Andrew Lloyd Webber — Cats, Starlight Express, Song and Dance, Aspects of Love, Sunset Boulevard, By Jeeves, Whistle Down the Wind, The Beautiful Game, The Phantom of the Opera, The Woman in White, Love Never Dies and most recently The Wizard of Oz.

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2024]
Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2024]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2022]
new orchestration
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2021]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2019]
Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2017]
Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2017]
Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2016]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2010]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2007]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (UK), 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1994]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1991]
Orchestrator (Additional Orchestrations)
 
[Broadway, 1990]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1990]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1989]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1989]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1988]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1988]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1987]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1984]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1982]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1982]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1981]
Orchestrator

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Orchestrations

David Cullen, Sunset Blvd.

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Orchestrations

David Cullen, Company

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Orchestrations

David Cullen, Swan Lake

Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Orchestration

David Cullen, Aspects of Love


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Orchestration

David Cullen, Phantom of the Opera

Videos

News


Tickets For THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Portland on Sale Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

 Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, will go on sale on Monday, December 8 at 10 am for its engagement at Keller Auditorium.
Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends at His Majesty's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2025

New production photos have been released for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre. Check out the photos and learn more here!
New Cast Will Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2025

New casting has been announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre, Joining the company on Monday 28 July will be Adam Rhys-Charles as Raoul and Bradyn Debysingh as Ubaldo Piangi.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025

The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025

The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
1 Week Left for the BWW Awards; MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Leading Over MINCEMEAT & DEATH BECOMES HER
by BWW Awards - May 27, 2025

The latest standings have been released for BroadwayWorld's 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater. There's just one week left to vote!
Review: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, A Timeless Masterpiece
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - May 18, 2025

In 2013 and 2019, Base Entertainment Asia previously presented Andrew Lloyd Webber’s acclaimed musical 'The Phantom of the Opera.' On May 13, 2025, this timeless masterpiece's haunting love story and hypnotizing musicality returned to a packed house in the 2,183-seat The Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands.
St. Louisan Jack Lane Earns His Eighth Tony Nomination for SUNSET BLVD
by James Lindhorst - May 2, 2025

When the Tony nominations were announced this morning St. Louisian Jack Lane was nominated for the eighth time for producing shows on Broadway. This season he is part of the producing team for the smash hit Sunset Blvd that is currently wowing audiences at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. 
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre Extends Booking
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre has extended its booking through March 2026. Tickets are on sale now! Learn more here!
Tony Awards Administration Committee Rules on Eligibility For SUNSET BOULEVARD, GYPSY, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025

The Tony Administration Committee met to confirm the eligibility status of 11 Broadway productions for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the deciisions made for Sunset Blvd.; A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical; Maybe Happy Ending; Tammy Faye; Elf; Swept Away; Death Becomes Her; Cult of Love; Eureka Day; Gypsy; and All In.
New Production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Embark on North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2024

Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, featuring Maria Björnson’s design, will launch a new multi-year North American tour in November 2025. Learn more about the tour here!
Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends Booking in London and Releases New Photos
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 27 September 2025. Plus, check out all new photos here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has David Cullen been nominated for?

Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Sunset Blvd., Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Company, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Swan Lake, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Aspects of Love and Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Phantom of the Opera.

What awards has David Cullen won?

David Cullen won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Orchestration for Phantom of the Opera.

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