Jason Robert Brown
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Date of Birth:
June 20, 1970 (52)
Birth Place: Ossining, New York, USA
Bio:
Jason Robert Brown is the ultimate multi-hyphenate – an equally skilled composer, lyricist, conductor, arranger, orchestrator, director and performer – best known for his dazzling scores to several of the most renowned musicals of our time, including the generation-defining “The Last Five ...
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Jason Robert Brown Biography
Jason Robert Brown is the ultimate multi-hyphenate – an equally skilled composer, lyricist, conductor, arranger, orchestrator, director and performer – best known for his dazzling scores to several of the most renowned musicals of our time, including the generation-defining “The Last Five Years”, his debut song cycle “Songs for a New World”, and the seminal “Parade”, for which he won the 1999 Tony Award for Best Score.Jason Robert Brown has been hailed as “one of Broadway’s smartest and most sophisticated songwriters since Stephen Sondheim” (Philadelphia Inquirer), and his “extraordinary, jubilant theater music” (Chicago Tribune) has been heard all over the world, whether in one of the hundreds of productions of his musicals every year or in his own incendiary live performances. The New York Times refers to Jason as “a leading member of a new generation of composers who embody high hopes for the American musical.” Jason’s score for “The Bridges of Madison County,” a musical adapted with Marsha Norman from the bestselling novel, received two Tony Awards (for Best Score and Orchestrations). “Honeymoon In Vegas,” based on Andrew Bergman’s film, opened on Broadway in 2015 following a triumphant production at Paper Mill Playhouse. A film version of his epochal Off-Broadway musical “The Last Five Years” was released in 2015, starring Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan and directed by Richard LaGravenese. His major musicals as composer and lyricist include: “13”, written with Robert Horn and Dan Elish, which opened on Broadway in 2008 and was subsequently directed by the composer for its West End premiere in 2012; “The Last Five Years”, which was cited as one of Time Magazine’s 10 Best of 2001 and won Drama Desk Awards for Best Music and Best Lyrics (and was later directed by the composer in its record-breaking Off-Broadway run at Second Stage Theatre in 2013); “Parade,” written with Alfred Uhry and directed by Harold Prince, which won both the Drama Desk and New York Drama Critics’ Circle Awards for Best New Musical, as well as garnering Jason the Tony Award for Original Score; and “Songs for a New World,” a theatrical song cycle directed by Daisy Prince, which has since been seen in hundreds of productions around the world since its 1995 Off-Broadway debut, including a celebrated revival at New York’s City Center in the summer of 2018. “Parade” was also the subject of a major revival directed by Rob Ashford, first at London’s Donmar Warehouse and then at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles. Jason conducted his orchestral adaptation of E.B. White’s novel “The Trumpet of the Swan” with the National Symphony Orchestra, and recorded the score for PS Classics. Future projects include a new chamber musical created with Daisy Prince and Jonathan Marc Sherman called “The Connector”; an adaptation of Lilian Lee’s “Farewell My Concubine”, created with Kenneth Lin and Moisés Kaufman; and a collaboration with Billy Crystal, Amanda Green, Lowell Ganz and Babaloo Mandel on a musical of “Mr. Saturday Night”. Jason is the winner of the 2018 Louis Auchincloss Prize, the 2002 Kleban Award for Outstanding Lyrics and the 1996 Gilman & Gonzalez-Falla Foundation Award for Musical Theatre. Jason’s songs, including the cabaret standard “Stars and the Moon,” have been performed and recorded by Ariana Grande, Audra McDonald, Kristin Chenoweth, Billy Porter, Betty Buckley, Renée Fleming, Jon Hendricks and many others, and his song “Someone To Fall Back On” was featured in the Walden Media film, “Bandslam.”
As a soloist or with his band The Caucasian Rhythm Kings, Jason has performed concerts around the world. For the past four years (and ongoing), his monthly sold-out performances at New York’s SubCulture have featured many of the music and theater world’s most extraordinary performers. His newest collection, “How We React and How We Recover”, was released in June 2018 on Ghostlight Records. His previous solo album, “Wearing Someone Else’s Clothes”, was named one of Amazon.com’s best of 2005, and is available from Sh-K-Boom Records. Jason’s 2012 concert with Anika Noni Rose was broadcast on PBS, and he was the featured soloist for a live episode of “Friday Night Is Music Night,” broadcast live from the London Palladium and featuring the BBC Concert Orchestra. His collaboration with singer Lauren Kennedy, “Songs of Jason Robert Brown”, is available on PS Classics. Jason is also the composer of the incidental music for the Broadway revival of “You Can’t Take It With You,” David Lindsay-Abaire’s “Kimberly Akimbo” and “Fuddy Meers,” and Kenneth Lonergan’s “The Waverly Gallery,” and he was a Tony Award nominee for his contributions to the score of “Urban Cowboy the Musical.” He has also contributed music to the hit Nickelodeon television series, “The Wonder Pets” as well as “Sesame Street.” Jason spent ten years teaching at the USC School of Dramatic Arts, and has also taught at Harvard University, Princeton University and Emerson College.
For the musical “Prince of Broadway,” a celebration of the career of his mentor Harold Prince, Jason was the musical supervisor and arranger. Other New York credits as conductor and arranger include “Urban Cowboy the Musical” on Broadway; “Dinah Was,” off-Broadway and on national tour; “When Pigs Fly” off-Broadway; William Finn’s “A New Brain” at Lincoln Center Theater; the 1992 tribute to Stephen Sondheim at Carnegie Hall (recorded by RCA Victor); Yoko Ono’s “New York Rock,” at the WPA Theatre; and Michael John LaChiusa’s “The Petrified Prince” at the Public Theatre. Jason orchestrated Andrew Lippa’s “john and jen,” Off-Broadway at Lamb’s Theatre. Additionally, Jason served as the orchestrator and arranger of Charles Strouse and Lee Adams’s score for a proposed musical of “Star Wars.” Jason has conducted and created arrangements and orchestrations for Liza Minnelli, John Pizzarelli, and Michael Feinstein, among many others.
Jason studied composition at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, N.Y., with Samuel Adler, Christopher Rouse, and Joseph Schwantner. He lives with his wife, composer Georgia Stitt, and their daughters in New York City. Jason is a proud member of the Dramatists Guild and the American Federation of Musicians Local 802.
Jason Robert Brown Awards and Nominations
| Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, Mr. Saturday Night | ||
| Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, Mr. Saturday Night | ||
| Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, Prince of Broadway | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Lyrics | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, Honeymoon in Vegas | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Music | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, Honeymoon in Vegas | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Orchestrations | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, Honeymoon in Vegas | ||
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Score  |
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| Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lyrics | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Music |
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| Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Orchestrations |
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| Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County | ||
| Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) |
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| Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County | ||
| Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Orchestrations |
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| Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County | ||
| Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre |
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| Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County | ||
| Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Lyrics | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, 13 | ||
| Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best New Musical | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, Parade | ||
| Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | ||
| Jason Robert Brown, Urban Cowboy The Musical | ||
| - 2002 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist |
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| Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Musical Direction, Resident Production |
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| Jason Robert BrownDinah Was | ||
| New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Best Musical |
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| Jason Robert Brown, Parade | ||
| Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre |
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Jason Robert Brown News
Matt Zarley to Premiere New Musical Web Series 11 O'CLOCK NUMBER Next Weekby Blair Ingenthron - Mar 25, 2023
Broadway veteran and award-winning recording artist Matt Zarley will premiere a new, twelve-episode musical web series, “11 O'Clock Number,” on Monday, March 27, 2023, at 11 p.m. ET.
THE MICHAEL FRIEDMAN COLLECTION Featuring Jackie Hoffman, Lauren Molina & More Out Nowby Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2023
GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS and THE CIVILIANS have released four new albums as the final installment of The Michael Friedman Collection.
Listen: SOME LIKE IT HOT Original Broadway Cast Recording Is Available Nowby Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2023
Concord Theatricals Recordings has released Some Like It Hot (Original Broadway Cast Recording) on streaming and digital platforms worldwide, with CD and vinyl now available for preorder. Listen to the full album here!
Video: Watch Ben Platt & Micaela Diamond Perform 'This Is Not Over Yet' From PARADE on the TODAY SHOWby Michael Major - Mar 23, 2023
Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond appeared on the TODAY Show this morning to perform 'This Is Not Over Yet' from Parade. Later in the episode, Platt sat down with the hosts of TODAY to discuss returning to Broadway in the revival, his engagement to Noah Galvin, and more. Watch the video of the performances and the interview now!
Exclusive: Hear A New Track 'The Civilians Theme Song' From THE MICHAEL FRIEDMAN COLLECTIONby A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2023
GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS and THE CIVILIANS have announced the release of four new albums as the final installment of The Michael Friedman Collection. Adventures in Reality, Canard, Canard, Goose?, In the Footprint: The Battle for the Atlantic Yards, and Mr. Burns, a post-electric play will all be available in digital and streaming formats on Friday, March 24.
Michael D. Xavier to Star in ROMAN HOLIDAY, the New Cole Porter Stage Musicalby A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2023
Theatre Royal Bath Productions, by arrangement with Paul Blake and BFI Productions, has announced that the acclaimed West End leading actor Michael D. Xavier will star in the UK premiere of the brand new stage adaptation of Roman Holiday, when it opens at Theatre Royal Bath from 10 June this year.
Photos: Check Out All New Portraits of the Cast of PARADEby Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2023
All new portraits have been released of the cast of the new revival of Parade, which opened last week at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Check out the photos here!
Jason Robert Brown, Lillias White, Sutton Foster, and More Set For TheaterWorksUSA Spring Benefitby Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2023
TheaterWorksUSA, currently presenting the hit family show Dog Man The Musical at New World Stages, will host its annual Spring Gala on Monday, April 24 (cocktails begin at 6 PM) at The Current at Chelsea Piers.
PARADE Cast Recording Gets Release Dateby Nicole Rosky - Mar 20, 2023
News has broken that the Parade New Broadway Cast Recording will be released digitally on March 23, 2023.
Broadway Buying Guide: March 20, 2023by Team BWW - Mar 20, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, March 20, 2023.
Jason Robert Brown Videos
by Michael Major - Mar 23, 2023
Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond appeared on the TODAY Show this morning to perform 'This Is Not Over Yet' from Parade. Later in the episode, Platt sat down with the hosts of TODAY to discuss returning to Broadway in the revival, his engagement to Noah Galvin, and more. Watch the video of the performances and the interview now!
by Opening Night - Mar 17, 2023
Parade officially opened on Broadway last night and BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate with the company. Check out interviews with the cat and creative team in this video!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Mar 6, 2023
Watch BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge discuss Parade's journey to the stage with Alfred Uhry and Jason Robert Brown.
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Mar 2, 2023
Watch BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge discuss bringing Parade back to Broadway with Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Feb 23, 2023
In solidarity with the cast, crew, and creative team of PARADE, tonight, New York City Mayor Eric Adams took the stage of the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre to address the sold-out audience of the Broadway musical revival. PARADE director Michael Arden welcomed the Mayor who condemned the antisemitic protests that happened on Tuesday night outside the Jacobs. See video of Mayor Adams' address below.
by BroadwayWorld TV - Feb 22, 2023
Parade officially began previews last night at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 W 45th St), before a sold-out audience. Tony Award-winner Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond lead the 33-person cast, directed by two-time Tony nominee Michael Arden. Watch the cast take their first bows in the video here!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Feb 6, 2023
BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the cast of Pasadena Playhouse's production of Sunday in the Park with George in rehearsal, led by Graham Phillips as George Seurat/George and Krystina Alabado as Dot/Marie. The production will run from Tuesday, February 14 to Sunday, March 19.
by Michael Major - Jan 10, 2023
Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond appeared on Morning Joe on MSNBC to share the news that Parade will be coming to Broadway this spring. During the interview, Platt discussed the responsibility that they both feel as actors bringing this story to life on the stage. Watch the complete video interview now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Nov 21, 2022
Patti Murin and Colin Donnell have just released their first joint album! Titled Something Stupid after the 1967 Carson and Gaile song, the album is available to purchase now. In this video, the couple checks in with Richard Ridge to talk all about putting it together!
by Show Highlights - Nov 8, 2022
The parade my be over, but there is still more to enjoy from New York City Center's epic gala production. Jason Robert Brown and Alfred Uhry's 1998 Tony Award-winning musical Parade, starring Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond, with direction by Michael Arden, played its final performance on November 6, 2022. Watch as Alex Joseph Grayson sings 'Feel the Rain Fall' in this video!
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