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BIO

Jonathan Tunick is an American orchestrator, musical director, and composer. Tunick’s stage career began with Take Five (1957). He went on to collaborate memorably with Stephen Sondheim, orchestrating shows such as Company, Follies, A Little Night Music, Pacific Overtures, Sweeney Todd, Merrily We Roll Along, Into the Woods, Passion, and Putting It Together. Additional notable Broadway credits include Promises, Promises; A Chorus Line; Nick & Nora; A Funny Thing...; Elaine Stritch at Liberty; Nine; A Gentleman’s Guide...; and 110 in the Shade. In 1997, he won his first Tony Award, for his work on the musical Titanic. This accomplishment gave Tunick “EGOT” status: one of only 15 people who have received all four major entertainment awards—he had previously received an Academy Award for A Little Night Music (1977), an Emmy Award for Night of 100 Stars (1982) and Grammy Award for “No One Is Alone” from Into the Woods (1988). With over 111 credits to his name over a fifty-year career, Tunick is the most prolific and acclaimed orchestrator on Broadway.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Theatre for a New Audience Production, 2013
Benedick

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Original Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
Orchestrations[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2019] [Replacement]
Orchestrations[Replacement]
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Orchestrations
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Original Orchestrations
 
[West End, 2017]
Orchestrations
 
[Toronto, 2017]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2016]
Casting Director
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2015]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2012]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2012]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Orchestrator
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2011]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2010]
Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Los Angeles, 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Arlington, VA (Regional), 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Orchestrator
 
[London Fringe, 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[New York, 2002]
Musical Director
Musical Director
 
[Regional (US), 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2002]
Musical Director
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 2002]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Los Angeles, 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Other
 
[Broadway, 2001]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2000]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 2000]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Orchestrator
 
[New York, 1999]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 1999]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
 
[Los Angeles, 1998]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1997]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 1996]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1995]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Music Arrangements
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1995]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1994]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1994]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (UK), 1993]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1993]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (UK), 1992]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1991]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1991]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1990]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 1990]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1987]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (UK), 1987]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1987]
Orchestrator
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 1986]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Musical Supervisor
 
[Off-Broadway, 1985]
Orchestrator
 
[Regional (US), 1985]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1983]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1983]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1982]
Musical Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 1982]
Musical Supervisor
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 1982]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1981]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 1980]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1980]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1979]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1978]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 1976]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1976]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 1976]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1976]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1975]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1975]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1975]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1975]
Orchestrator
 
[College/University (US), 1974]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 1974]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1973]
Musical Coordinator
 
[Broadway, 1973]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 1972]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1972]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1972]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1971]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1971]
Composer
 
[US Tour, 1971]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1971]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1970]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1969]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1968]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1968]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1961]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1960]
Orchestrator

Writing


Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Merrily We Roll Along

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Merrily We Roll Along

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, West Side Story


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Carousel

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Pacific Overtures


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Carousel

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Carousel

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Promises, Promises

Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, A Catered Affair

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, A Catered Affair


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Orchestrations (tie)

Jonathan Tunick, LoveMusik

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick , LoveMusik

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, 11 in the Shade

Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Orchestrations (tie)

Jonathan Tunick, The Apple Tree

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Pacific Overtures

Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Musical Direction, Resident Production

Jonathan TunickCompany

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick , Nine


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Follies

Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Follies


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Saturday Night

Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Marie Christine


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Orchestration

Jonathan Tunick, Titanic


winner
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Titanic


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Orchestration

Jonathan Tunick , Passion

Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Orchestration

Jonathan Tunick, Into the Woods

Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Jonathan Tunick, Baby


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Special Awards

Jonathan Tunick

Videos

News


Video: First Look At Kathleen Turner & More In A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Ogunquit Playhouse

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Photos: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Ogunquit Playhouse Starring Kathleen Turner

Get a first look at photos of A Little Night Music at Ogunquit Playhouse. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 10, 2024

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Exclusive: Backstage at A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Lincoln Center

Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music In Concert, featuring brand new orchestrations by legendary orchestrator and lifelong Sondheim collaborator Jonathan Tunick recently hit the stage at David Geffen Hall at New York’s Lincoln Center.  Check out exclusive photos from inside the big night!
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG's Final Week Was Highest Grossing Week Ever For A Sondheim Musical

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG sets a new record as the highest-grossing Sondheim musical in a single week, breaking the box office record for the 10th and final time.
Photos: Lindsay Mendez Reflects on the 'Life-Changing Journey' of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG

Nearly nine months after the critically acclaimed revival opened at the Hudson Theatre, Merrily We Roll Along star Lindsay Mendez said goodbye to her 'old friends' in a heartwarming Instagram post.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Closes on Broadway; Watch the Final Curtain Call

The critically acclaimed, first ever Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s Merrily We Roll Along plays its final performance July 7, 2024 at the Hudson Theatre, following 20 previews and 312 regular performances.
Julia Murney, Nik Walker, and More Join the Cast of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Ogunquit Playhouse

Ogunquit Playhouse has announced the full cast for their production of A Little Night Music. Learn more about the full cast here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 1, 2024

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Photos: Cynthia Erivo, Ruthie Ann Miles, Shuler Hensley and More Sing A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC

Stephen Sondheim’s A Little Night Music In Concert, featuring brand new orchestrations by legendary orchestrator and lifelong Sondheim collaborator Jonathan Tunick began performances last night at David Geffen Hall at New York’s Lincoln Center. Check out photos of the show's star-studded cast below!
Kathleen Turner To Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Ogunquit Playhouse

Stage and screen star Kathleen Turner will lead the cast of A Little Night Music at Ogunquit Playhouse as Madame Armfeldt. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos & Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC IN CONCERT

Check out rehearsal photos for A Little Night Music In Concert. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
PARTING GIFT: THE SONGS OF GERALD GINSBURG Out Now

PS Classics has released Parting Gift: The Songs of Gerald Ginsburg on streaming and digital formats. Listen now!
Interview: Give Credit Where Credit is Due When it Comes to The Orchestrator!

Recently I wrote a Broadway World feature dealing with a partial restoration of Robert Ginzler’s original orchestrations for Bye, Bye, Birdie at the Kennedy Center by conductor John Bell with additional work by Joshua Clayton. When the piece was shared on social media, it started a bigger conversation about proper credit for the original orchestrator. Robert Ginzler was somehow never acknowledged in the Kennedy Center program.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Jonathan Tunick written?

Jonathan Tunick has written 2 shows including The Songs of Jonathan Tunick (Composer), Paradise Found (Composer).

What awards has Jonathan Tunick been nominated for?

Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Merrily We Roll Along, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Merrily We Roll Along, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for West Side Story, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Carousel, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Pacific Overtures, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Carousel, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Carousel, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Promises, Promises, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for A Catered Affair, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for A Catered Affair, Outstanding Orchestrations (tie) (Drama Desk Awards) for LoveMusik, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for LoveMusik, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for 110 in the Shade, Outstanding Orchestrations (tie) (Drama Desk Awards) for The Apple Tree, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Pacific Overtures, Outstanding Musical Direction, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Company, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Nine, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Follies, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Follies, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Saturday Night, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Marie Christine, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Titanic, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Titanic, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Passion, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Into the Woods, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Baby, and Special Awards (Drama Desk Awards).

What awards has Jonathan Tunick won?

Jonathan Tunick has won several prestigious awards, including: - Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Merrily We Roll Along - Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Carousel - Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Carousel - Outstanding Orchestrations (tie) (Drama Desk Awards) for LoveMusik - Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Follies - Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Saturday Night - Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Titanic - Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Titanic - Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Passion - Special Awards (Drama Desk Awards)

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