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Ken Davenport

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BIO

Broadway: Groundhog Day (Tony nomination), The Play That Goes Wrong, Spring Awakening (Tony nomination), It's Only a Play, Macbeth starring Alan Cumming, Godspell, Kinky Boots (Broadway - Tony Award, National Tour, Toronto, Australia, and West End), The Visit (Tony nomination), Mothers and Sons (Tony nomination), The Bridges of Madison County (National Tour), Allegiance, Chinglish, Oleanna starring Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles, Speed-the-Plow, Will Ferrell's You're Welcome America (Tony nomination), Blithe Spirit (Broadway, West End and National Tour), and 13.



Off-Broadway: Daddy Long Legs, Altar Boyz (Co-Conceiver), My First Time (Author), The Awesome 80s Prom (Creator), and Miss Abigail's Guide to Dating, Mating, & Marriage (Author). Ken's productions have been produced internationally in over 25 countries.

Ken also serves as the Executive Producer for North America for Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group.

Ken's unique style has garnered him two front page articles in the NY Times, features on MSNBC, Rock Center, Fox News, BBC, and a mention in Jay Leno’s monologue on "The Tonight Show." Ken was named one of Crain's "40 Under Forty," and is one of the co-founders of TEDxBroadway. Other projects include: smartphone app Did He Like It, Broadway board game Be A Broadway Star. His blog, TheProducersPerspective.com, has been featured in Vanity Fair, New York Magazine, The Gothamist and more.

Upcoming projects include his original musical Gettin' The Band Back Together (Broadway 2018), and revivals of The Great White Hope and Mass Appeal, as well as the movie, Band Dorks.

For more information, visit his blog or www.KenDavenport.com.

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Productions

 
[West End, 2025]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2025]
Book
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Executive Consultant
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Executive Producer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Executive Producer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015] [Replacement]
Producer[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2015]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Producer
 
[US Tour, 2014]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Producer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Producer
Director
 
[US Tour, 2005]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Producer
Producer
 
[New York, 2004]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Company Manager
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Company Manager
 
[Broadway, 1998] [Replacement]
Associate Company Manager[Replacement]
 
[Off-Broadway, 0]
Creator

Writing

Playwright
Conceiver

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Revival of a Musical

Ken DavenportSpring Awakening

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Musical

Ken Davenport, The Visit

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Play

Ken Davenport, Mothers and Sons


winner
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Musical

Ken Davenport, Kinky Boots

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Special Theatrical Event

Ken Davenport, You're Welcome America. A Final Night with George W. Bush

Videos

News


FANCY MAIDS To Return For One-Night-Only Fundraiser Reading at Molloy Studios
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025

Fancy Maids will return for a one-night-only fundraiser reading in Manhattan. All proceeds from the event will go toward the development of the upcoming film adaptation of the piece. 
​​​​​​​Single Tickets On Sale For A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL and More at The Kravis Center​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts has announced that single tickets will go on sale Friday, November 7, 2025, for three major upcoming events: the national Broadway tour of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical (April 7–12, 2026), the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra with violinist Simone Porter (March 23, 2026), and comedian Matteo Lane’s We Gotta Catch Up! tour (March 28, 2026).
Photos: REUNIONS Opens Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025

REUNIONS, a new musical with book and lyrics by Jeffrey Scharf and music by Jimmy Calire, is now open at City Center Stage (ii). Check out photos from opening night!
Cast Revealed For PARANORMAL ACTIVITY in London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2025

As rehearsals begin for the West End production, casting has been announced for Paranormal Activity. Melissa James will reprise her Leeds Playhouse role as ‘Lou' alongside fellow Playhouse performers Pippa Winslow as ‘Carolanne' and Jackie Morrison as ‘Etheline Cotgrave'.
Frank Wildhorn to Pen Original Score for Akihiro Nishino's CHIMNEY TOWN THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025

Composer Frank Wildhorn has joined the creative team of Chimney Town the Musical, the theatrical adaptation of Poupelle of Chimney Town, the book-turned-anime film from Akihiro Nishino.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025

The West End transfer of Paranormal Activity is set to extend its run to Saturday 28 March 2026, ahead of its first performance this December. Learn more about the show here!
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Make Its Canadian Premiere at the Princess of Wales Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2025

The hit Broadway musical A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL will make its Canadian premiere at Toronto’s Princess of Wales Theatre from April 28 to June 7, 2026.
Tickets to KINKY BOOTS at Proctors Are On Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025

Get ready to kick up your heels with the return of the heartwarming hit musical, KINKY BOOTS! KINKY BOOTS will play Proctors in Schenectady as part of the 2025-26 Broadway season.
Will Swenson to Reprise A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Role as 'Neil Diamond' in Australia
by Michael Major - Oct 2, 2025

Will Swenson, who originated the role of ‘Neil Diamond’ on Broadway, will lead the cast of the smash-hit musical A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical in Australia.
KINKY BOOTS is Coming to San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025

Kinky Boots will play San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts as a special add-on of Broadway San Jose’s 2025/26 Season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Adds Performance at the Hobby Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2025

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL playing the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts has added a performance. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
KINKY BOOTS Comes to The Weidner Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025

Get ready to kick up your heels with the return of the heartwarming hit musical, KINKY BOOTS! Kinky Boots will play The Weidner in Green Bay as part of the 2025-26 Broadway In Green Bay Series on January 20, 2026.
Listen: 'We Are The Griswolds' From THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025

The first single has been released from the upcoming The Griswolds’ Broadway Vacation: Original Concept Album, the new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Drama Desk Award nominees David Rossmer and Steve Rosen.
Julia Knitel, Taylor Iman Jones & More Join Taylor Louderman's 'Write Out Loud' Concert
by Michael Major - Aug 25, 2025

Write Out Loud presents Write Out Loud: From Contest to Concert Volume 7 on September 15th at 7PM at 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club. Hosted by Taylor Louderman  (Tony® Nominee, Mean Girls) with musical direction by Adam Brenner Laird.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL To Make Australian Premiere In Melbourne In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical will make its Australian premiere exclusively in Melbourne in August 2026 at The Princess Theatre. The production will be presented by producers Ken Davenport, Bob Gaudio, Paul Dainty, TEG Dainty, and the Minister for Tourism, Sport, and Major Events, Steve Dimopoulos.
Tickets to KINKY BOOTS Tour in Boston on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

Get ready to kick up your heels with the return of the heartwarming hit musical, KINKY BOOTS in Boston. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the tour!
Honor Blue Savage Shares Backstage Secrets From JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2025

In this edition of Words From The Wings, Honor Blue Savage from JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL takes us backstage at the Laura Pels Theatre to share some of her pre-show rituals, favorite moments, must-haves, and more!
Review Roundup: Betsy Wolfe-Led JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL Opens Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2025

JOY: A New True Musical, starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as 'Joy,' is now playing off-Broadway at the Laura Pels Theatre. See what the critics had to say and read the reviews here!
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2025

Following its run at Leeds Playhouse last summer, Melting Pot has announced that the stage adaptation of the Paranormal Activity films will haunt the West End this winter when it transfers to The Ambassadors Theatre for a 12-week season.
Single Tickets On Sale For A BEAUTIFUL NOISE at Proctor's
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2025

Individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL will go on sale this week. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Ken Davenport written?

Ken Davenport has written 5 shows including The Awesome 80s Prom (Conceiver), Altar Boyz (Conceiver), My First Time (Playwright), Miss Abigail's Guide to Dating, Mating, & Marriage (Playwright), Gettin' the Band Back Together (Book).

What awards has Ken Davenport been nominated for?

Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Spring Awakening, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for The Visit, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Mothers and Sons, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots and Best Special Theatrical Event (Tony Awards) for You're Welcome America. A Final Night with George W. Bush.

What awards has Ken Davenport won?

Ken Davenport won the Tony Award for Best Musical for Kinky Boots.

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