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BIO

Broadway: Fun Home (Tony nom.), Tuck Everlasting, Shrek the Musical (Tony/Drama Desk noms), Cats 2016 (Dance Arr./Orch.). Off Broadway/Regional: Seattle 5th Ave: Jasper in Deadland; Public Theater: Fortress of Solitude, Fun Home (Drama Desk nom.); Secret Life of Bees (Horn arr., in dev.); Rhianna: NBA All-StarGame (String arr.); New Irish Tenors: Full Orchestra Arr.; Goodspeed: Just So. As drummer/or music director: Randy Newman, Corey Glover, Solange Knowles, Blood Orange, Chrissy Amphlett, Kasim Sulton, Alexa Joel, Constantine Maroulis, Bono & Edge, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark.

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Productions

The Notebook
 
[US Tour, 2025]
Orchestrator
Kimberly AkimboKimberly Akimbo
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Orchestrator
The NotebookThe Notebook
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Music orchestrated by
Shrek the Musical (Non-Equity)Shrek the Musical (Non-Equity)
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Orchestrator
Mean Girls (Non-Equity)Mean Girls (Non-Equity)
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Orchestrator
Cornelia StreetCornelia Street
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Orchestrations
Kimberly AkimboKimberly Akimbo
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Music Orchestrator
17761776
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Orchestrator
DianaDiana
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Orchestrations
The PromThe Prom
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Additional Orchestrations
Soft PowerSoft Power
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Dance Arrangements
DianaDiana
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2019]
Orchestrator
Soft PowerSoft Power
 
[Los Angeles, 2018]
Dance Arranger
Mean GirlsMean Girls
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Orchestrations
Mean GirlsMean Girls
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2017]
Orchestrations
Fun HomeFun Home
 
[US Tour, 2016]
Orchestrator
The Bad YearsThe Bad Years
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Orchestrations
Tuck EverlastingTuck Everlasting
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Orchestrations
Shrek the MusicalShrek the Musical
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Orchestrator
Shrek the MusicalShrek the Musical
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Associate Orchestrator
GreaseGrease
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Drums
Caroline, or Change
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Percussion
Radiant Baby
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Drums
Just So
 
[Chester, CT (Regional), 1998]
Orchestrator

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Orchestrations

John Clancy, Kimberly Akimbo

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Orchestrations

John Clancy, Kimberly Akimbo

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Orchestrations

John ClancySoft Power


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Orchestrations

John ClancyThe Secret Life of Bees

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Orchestrations

John Clancy, Mean Girls

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Orchestrations

John Clancy, Fun Home

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Orchestrations

John Clancy, Fun Home

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Orchestrations

John Clancy, Shrek The Musical

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News


Photo: First Look at Sherie Rene Scott in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Photo
Photo: First Look at Sherie Rene Scott in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Michael Major - Nov 25, 2025

Sherie Rene Scott takes over in The Queen of Versailles tonight! The Broadway icon and standby for 'Jackie Siegel' performs her first show as 'Jackie Siegel,' see new photo of her during the show's final scene for the song 'This Time Next Year.'
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Sets Broadway Closing Photo
THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Sets Broadway Closing
by Team BWW - Nov 24, 2025

It was announced today that The Queen of Versailles will play its final performance on Broadway at the St. James Theatre on January 4, 2026.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour To Make New Jersey Premiere At Count Basie Center For T Photo
KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour To Make New Jersey Premiere At Count Basie Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025

The national tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of the 2023 Tony Award for Best Musical, will make its New Jersey premiere at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in May 2026.
Tickets On Sale For The New Jersey Premiere Of KIMBERLY AKIMBO This Week Photo
Tickets On Sale For The New Jersey Premiere Of KIMBERLY AKIMBO This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

The Count Basie Center for the Arts has revealed that tickets are now available for the New Jersey premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Reflects on Playing Jackie Siegel in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Photo
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Reflects on Playing Jackie Siegel in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 20, 2025

Tony Award-winner Kristin Chenoweth is back on Broadway in the new musical The Queen of Versailles. She stars as real-life socialite Jacqueline “Jackie” Siegel in the show, and recently stopped by CBS Mornings to talk all about it. Watch the interview now.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Sings 'This Time Next Year' in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Photo
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Sings 'This Time Next Year' in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2025

Watch a video of Kristin Chenoweth singing 'This Time Next Year' in The Queen of Versailles on Broadway. The video starts with a monologue to her social media followers, before Chenoweth begins to sing the Stephen Schwartz-written song.
Video: Watch Highlights From THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Kristin Chenoweth Photo
Video: Watch Highlights From THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Kristin Chenoweth
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2025

Watch new video footage of The Queen of Versailles on Broadway, starring Tony and Emmy Winner Kristin Chenoweth and Academy Award winner F. Murray Abraham. The new footage shows the cast in action, with Chenoweth performing 'This Is Not the Way.'
Kristin Chenoweth Clarifies Idina Menzel Feud Rumors Photo
Kristin Chenoweth Clarifies Idina Menzel Feud Rumors
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2025

Kristin Chenoweth is addressing rumors that she and Idina Menzel 'did not get along' during Wicked. She also reveals why she chose to star in The Queen of Versailles over Death Becomes Her.
Videos: Sherie Rene Scott Prepares For QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Ryah Nixon & Kristin Photo
Videos: Sherie Rene Scott Prepares For QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Ryah Nixon & Kristin Chenoweth
by Michael Major - Oct 29, 2025

The Queen(s) of Versailles! While Kristin Chenoweth is currently starring as Jackie Siegel on Broadway, Sherie Rene Scott and Ryah Nixon are preparing to take on the title role. Watch videos now and meet the other talented ladies!
Photos: Go Inside Soundcheck and More At YACHT ROCKERS ON BROADWAY Photo
Photos: Go Inside Soundcheck and More At YACHT ROCKERS ON BROADWAY
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 29, 2025

Yacht Rockers On Broadway set sail for a night of slick grooves, breezy vocals, legendary hooks, and unforgettable performances—and before the curtain rose, the artists gathered for soundcheck to prepare for the show. Check out photos from inside soundcheck.
Photos: ‘YACHT’ ROCKERS ON BROADWAY Set Sail for a Night of Music and Celebration Photo
Photos: ‘YACHT’ ROCKERS ON BROADWAY Set Sail for a Night of Music and Celebration
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 29, 2025

Go inside Yacht Rockers On Broadway with photos from the event inspired by the golden era of soft rock. This year’s show celebrated the timeless hits and laid-back energy that defined the late ’70s and early ’80s.
Video: THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour First Look Photo
Video: THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour First Look
by Joshua Wright - Oct 28, 2025

Get a first look at the cast of The Notebook on Tour in action in this all-new video. The tour began performances in September in Cleveland and will visit 30+ cities in its first year, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, DC.
Photos: Rockers on Broadway Gets Ready to Celebrate Yacht Rockers Photo
Photos: Rockers on Broadway Gets Ready to Celebrate Yacht Rockers
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 26, 2025

A new wave of Broadway powerhouse talent is joining this year's Rockers On Broadway, returning Monday, October 27, 2025, at Sony Hall. The event will feature a special tribute to rock legends Jefferson Starship and celebrate the official release of the highly anticipated ROCKERS ON BROADWAY: LIVE Volume 2. Check out photos from inside rehearsals!
Video: THE NOTEBOOK Tour's Alysha Deslorieux Sings 'My Days' Photo
Video: THE NOTEBOOK Tour's Alysha Deslorieux Sings 'My Days'
by Joshua Wright - Oct 24, 2025

Watch Alysha Deslorieux, who plays Allie in The Notebook on Tour sing 'My Days' by Ingrid Michaelson. The tour began performances in September in Cleveland and will visit 30+ cities in its first year, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, DC.
THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL Will Embark on UK Premiere Tour in 2026 Photo
THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL Will Embark on UK Premiere Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

A UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Learn more about the production here!
Tickets to THE NOTEBOOK at Seattle's Paramount Theatre to go on Sale Next Week Photo
Tickets to THE NOTEBOOK at Seattle's Paramount Theatre to go on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2025

THE NOTEBOOK, a new musical based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, will play Seattle’s Paramount Theatre in March. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Talks Reuniting with Stephen Schwartz for THE QUEEN OF VERSA Photo
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Talks Reuniting with Stephen Schwartz for THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 17, 2025

Tony Award-winner Kristin Chenoweth is back on Broadway in The Queen of Versailles, a new musical in which she stars as real-life socialite Jacqueline “Jackie” Siegel. Watch an interview with the performer, who talks about reuniting with composer Stephen Schwartz for the project.
Tickets For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Marcus Performing Arts Center to go on Sale This Week Photo
Tickets For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Marcus Performing Arts Center to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025

​Marcus Performing Arts Center has revealed that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, will go on sale to the public on Friday, October 17 at 10:00 a.m.
Lincoln Center to Celebrate Campus-Wide Artistry at 4th Annual Open House Photo
Lincoln Center to Celebrate Campus-Wide Artistry at 4th Annual Open House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025

Lincoln Center’s fourth annual Open House returns on Sunday, October 26, welcoming kids, teens, and families of all ages to enjoy a full day of free, interactive arts experiences across campus.
Tickets on Sale This Week For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Overture Photo
Tickets on Sale This Week For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Overture
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025

Overture Center for the Arts has announced that tickets for “Kimberly Akimbo,” winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical and the most critically acclaimed musical of its season, will go on sale starting Friday, Oct. 17.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has John Clancy been nominated for?

Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Soft Power, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Secret Life of Bees, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Mean Girls, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Fun Home, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Fun Home and Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Shrek The Musical.

What awards has John Clancy won?

John Clancy won the Outstanding Orchestrations award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Secret Life of Bees.

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