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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
 
[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


2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025

The best of Broadway took the stage earlier tonight at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. 
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 today 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!
DEATH BECOMES HER vs. MINCEMEAT Battle For Best Ensemble In The BWW Awards; Last Chance To Vote!
by BWW Awards - Jun 2, 2025

This is the final chance to vote 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!
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!
Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 19, 2025

Show your support for shows like Maybe Happy Ending, Operation Mincemeat, Death Becomes Her, BOOP! The Musical and more.
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.
Video: SUNSET BOULEVARD Raises $329,923 for Broadway Cares
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. has been named by Broadway Cares as the top show for the Spring Fundraising Competition by collecting $329,923. Learn more here!
First Standings Announced for the 22nd Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by BWW Awards - May 12, 2025

The first 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 - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2025 Nominated Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - May 4, 2025

The results of the 2025 Tony races are very much still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been Tony-tested before. How did they fare?
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. 
2025 Tony Awards- The Nominees React
by Robert Diamond - May 1, 2025

Tonys time is here at last! The nominations for the 78th Annual Tony Awards were announced this morning by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce. Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!
2025 Tony Award Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 1, 2025

The 78th Annual Tony Awards nominations were announced by Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce and here they are... celebrating the best of the 2024-25 theatre season. Check out the full list of nominees here.
Recap Tony Awards Eligibility Decisions of the 2024/25 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2025

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has been meeting all year to discuss the eligibility of the 2024/25 Broadway productions. Need a recap before the nominations announcement? Below, we've rounded up all rulings from all four meetings.
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!
COMPANY National Tour Begins Performnces Next Week at AT&T Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2024

COMPANY announced its Texas debut at the AT&T Performing Arts Center. The production will run from May 9-14, 2023, offering audiences a chance to experience the acclaimed musical in Dallas.
Video: Britney Coleman Says COMPANY Tour Has Recouped Initial Investment
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 15, 2024

Britney Coleman reveals that the COMPANY tour has recouped its initial investment! Watch the announcement in the video here.
Sondheim & Furth's COMPANY Now Playing At Hollywood Pantages Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2024

Sondheim & Furth's COMPANY is now playing at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.

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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