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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

 
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[Chester, CT (Regional), 1998]
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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


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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


KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Los Angeles Next Week

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and the most critically-acclaimed musical of its season, will make its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited three-week engagement, from October 15 – November 3, 2024.
Photo/Video: Carolee Carmello Leads KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the National Tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO. The production stars three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello as Kimberly, Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, and Pierce Wheeler.
THE NOTEBOOK Will Be Filmed Tonight for Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives

The Notebook The Musical will be filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives during the performance this evening, October 3.
SHREK THE MUSICAL Arrives At The Washington Pavilion This Month

SHREK THE MUSICAL will be performed at the Washington Pavilion from October 24–26, 2024. This family-friendly show brings the beloved characters of Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey to life on stage.
Tony-Winning Musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO Is Coming To The Eccles Theater

Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles has announced that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL and the most critically acclaimed musical of its season, are now on sale.
Aisha Jackson Will Join THE NOTEBOOK as Middle Allie

The Notebook on Broadway will welcome Aisha Jackson to the Broadway company in the role of “Middle Allie” beginning Tuesday, October 22, at the Schoenfeld Theatre. Original Chicago and Broadway cast member Joy Woods will play her final performance on Sunday, October 20.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to BroadwaySF's Curran Theatre

The five-time Tony Award winning musical, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO to Have Seattle Premiere at The Paramount Theatre

Individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, will go on sale in Seattle starting Tuesday, September 17 at 10am. Learn how to purchase tickets.
John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson Will Play Final Performances in THE NOTEBOOK Next Month

Original Chicago and Broadway cast members John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson will play their final performances in The Notebook, the new musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the film of the same name.
SHREK THE MUSICAL To Make Two Stops In The Bay Area in December

An all-new version of SHREK THE MUSICAL will depart Duloc to embark on a cross-country national tour that includes two stops in the San Francisco Bay Area. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil Sing 'Now' at KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour Sitzprobe

Watch Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil sing 'Now' during the Kimberly Akimbo North American Tour sitzprobe in the video here!
Interview: Theatre Life with Danny Troob

Today’s subject, Danny Troob, has been living his theatre life for over 50 years as an accomplished orchestrator and dance music composer. You can currently hear his orchestral brilliance in Signature Theatre’s production of Soft Power. The show runs through September 15th in The MAX.
THE NOTEBOOK Announces Closing Date

The Notebook will close on Broadway this December. According to an Instagram post, the final performance will take place on December 15.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO To Have West Coast Debut At San Diego Civic Theatre

The acclaimed musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO makes its West Coast debut in San Diego. Discover the story of a teenager with a rare condition navigating high school and family challenges.
THE NOTEBOOK Will Launch a North American Tour in September 2025

The new Broadway musical The Notebook, based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film, will launch a North American Tour in fall 2025.  Performances will begin in September 2025 at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH. Learn more about the tour here!
Video: Emily Koch Sings 'Better' from KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour

It was announced this morning, Emily Koch will be taking on the role of Debra in the Kimberly Akimbo national tour. Yesterday, she performed her big number 'Better' at Broadway in Chicago's summer concert. Watch the complete performance!
Full Cast Set For Carolee Carmello-Led KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour

As previously announced, Carolee Carmello will lead the cast of the National Tour of Kimberly Akimbo, which kicks off next month. Learn more about the full cast here!
THE NOTEBOOK to Hold CD Signing Event at Barnes & Noble

In celebration of The Notebook (Original Broadway Cast Recording)'s recent physical CD release by Atlantic Records, Barnes & Noble will host an exclusive fan signing event. Learn how to attend.
THE NOTEBOOK Releases New Block of Tickets Through December

A new block of seats has just been released for The Notebook, the new Broadway musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the film of the same name. Learn how to get your tickets here!
THE NOTEBOOK's Original Broadway Cast Recording Now Available on CD

The Notebook (Original Broadway Cast Recording) is available now on CD and offered for purchase at the Schoenfeld Theatre.

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 has won the Outstanding Orchestrations award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his work on The Secret Life of Bees.

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