Luther Henderson
Latest News on Luther Henderson:
JELLY'S LAST JAM to be Presented at Bristol Riverside Theatre (Mar 4, 2026)
Review: PLAY ON! at Signature Theatre (Aug 23, 2025)
Video: Watch the Trailer For PLAY ON at Signature Theatre (Aug 20, 2025)
JELLY'S LAST JAM to be Presented at Bristol Riverside Theatre (Mar 4, 2026)
Review: PLAY ON! at Signature Theatre (Aug 23, 2025)
Video: Watch the Trailer For PLAY ON at Signature Theatre (Aug 20, 2025)
Productions
Writing
Composer
Composer
Composer
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Luther Henderson, Little Ham
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Orchestrations
Luther Henderson, Play On!
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Orchestration
Luther Henderson, Jelly's Last Jam
Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Luther Henderson, Jelly's Last Jam
Videos
Photos/Video: First Look at Pasadena Playhouse's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Joshua Wright - 2024-06-03 14:27:53
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-21 10:05:16
Video: See Stewart, Williams, and Rogers in Teaser for Pasadena Playhouse's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-05 15:37:14
STAGE TUBE: Let's Roll! Watch Highlights from JELLY'S LAST JAM at Signature Theatre
by Stage Tube - 2016-08-09 13:20:11
STAGE TUBE: Go Behind the Scenes with JELLY'S LAST JAM at Signature Theatre
by Stage Tube - 2016-08-03 13:23:50
STAGE TUBE: New Trailer for JELLY'S LAST JAM, Starring Mark G Meadows and Cleavant Derricks at Signature Theatre
by Stage Tube - 2016-07-21 16:02:32
News
JELLY'S LAST JAM to be Presented at Bristol Riverside Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
Bristol Riverside Theatre will present Jelly's Last Jam, directed by Tyrone L. Robinson with musical direction by Victoria Theodore, choreography by yaTande Whitney V. Hunter and tap choreography by Dewitt Fleming.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
Bristol Riverside Theatre will present Jelly's Last Jam, directed by Tyrone L. Robinson with musical direction by Victoria Theodore, choreography by yaTande Whitney V. Hunter and tap choreography by Dewitt Fleming.
Review: PLAY ON! at Signature Theatre
by David Friscic - Aug 23, 2025
Twenty-three songs from the catalogue of the legendary composer and musician Duke Ellington creatively exploding with swinging energy or calming with mellow moods are enough to make one’s mind spin ---but combine this with a creative book by Cheryl L. West (the project was conceived by Sheldon Epps) that is based on playwright William Shakespeare’s famous comedy Twelfth Night, and you have hit the merriment mother lode courtesy of the Signature Theatre.
by David Friscic - Aug 23, 2025
Twenty-three songs from the catalogue of the legendary composer and musician Duke Ellington creatively exploding with swinging energy or calming with mellow moods are enough to make one’s mind spin ---but combine this with a creative book by Cheryl L. West (the project was conceived by Sheldon Epps) that is based on playwright William Shakespeare’s famous comedy Twelfth Night, and you have hit the merriment mother lode courtesy of the Signature Theatre.
Video: Watch the Trailer For PLAY ON at Signature Theatre
by Michael Major - Aug 20, 2025
Signature Theatre has released the trailer for Play On!, a musical based on Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night and set to the syncopated soundtrack of Duke Ellington’s greatest hits. Watch the new video now!
by Michael Major - Aug 20, 2025
Signature Theatre has released the trailer for Play On!, a musical based on Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night and set to the syncopated soundtrack of Duke Ellington’s greatest hits. Watch the new video now!
Video: Signature's PLAY ON Cast Rehearses 'Take the A Train'
by Michael Major - Aug 6, 2025
Signature Theatre has a video inside rehearsals for Play On!, with the cast rehearsing 'Take The A Train.' Play On! is a musical based on Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night and set to the syncopated soundtrack of Duke Ellington’s greatest hits.
by Michael Major - Aug 6, 2025
Signature Theatre has a video inside rehearsals for Play On!, with the cast rehearsing 'Take The A Train.' Play On! is a musical based on Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night and set to the syncopated soundtrack of Duke Ellington’s greatest hits.
Bristol Township Residents Can Purchase $10 Tickets To Bristol Riverside Theatre's 2025"2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
For the fifth consecutive season, Bristol Township residents can experience the magic of live theatre for just $10. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
For the fifth consecutive season, Bristol Township residents can experience the magic of live theatre for just $10. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here!
Cast and Creative Team Set for PLAY ON! at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Play On!, conceived by Sheldon Epps. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Play On!, conceived by Sheldon Epps. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets here!
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES and More Set for Bristol Riverside Theatre 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2025
Bristol Riverside Theatre has unveiled its 2025-26 season filled with a dynamic blend of mainstage productions and special programming that celebrate storytelling, music, and community. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2025
Bristol Riverside Theatre has unveiled its 2025-26 season filled with a dynamic blend of mainstage productions and special programming that celebrate storytelling, music, and community. Learn more!
CALIFORNIA STORY First Play In Roger Q. Mason's Califas Trilogy to Premiere At Caminito Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2025
California Story, the first play in Roger Q. Mason's Califas Trilogy, will premiere at Caminito Theater at Los Angeles City College on May 12, 2025. Directed by Michael Alvarez, the production features an outstanding cast, including Aphrodite Armstrong, Camila Arteche, Davi Santos, Gracie Cartier, Morgan Day, Sawyer Shine, and Peter Mendoza.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2025
California Story, the first play in Roger Q. Mason's Califas Trilogy, will premiere at Caminito Theater at Los Angeles City College on May 12, 2025. Directed by Michael Alvarez, the production features an outstanding cast, including Aphrodite Armstrong, Camila Arteche, Davi Santos, Gracie Cartier, Morgan Day, Sawyer Shine, and Peter Mendoza.
Roger Q. Mason's CALIFORNIA STORY, Produced By Outside In Theatre to Premiere At LACC's Caminito Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025
California Story, the first play in Roger Q. Mason's Califas Trilogy, will premiere at Caminito Theater at Los Angeles City College in May. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025
California Story, the first play in Roger Q. Mason's Califas Trilogy, will premiere at Caminito Theater at Los Angeles City College in May. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
New Jersey Symphony to Present a Series of Holiday Events in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024
New Jersey Symphony is your place to celebrate the holiday season, with many great events throughout the Garden State. See full programming and learn how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024
New Jersey Symphony is your place to celebrate the holiday season, with many great events throughout the Garden State. See full programming and learn how to attend!
Review: JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Jun 14, 2024
Director Kent Gash’s production in Pasadena serves up equal parts heat and cool, a slick and sweaty celebration of a man who was as vibrant and dangerous as his music. Under the musical direction of Darryl Archibald and choreography of Dell Howlett – both of which are first-rate – the evening cooks.
by Evan Henerson - Jun 14, 2024
Director Kent Gash’s production in Pasadena serves up equal parts heat and cool, a slick and sweaty celebration of a man who was as vibrant and dangerous as his music. Under the musical direction of Darryl Archibald and choreography of Dell Howlett – both of which are first-rate – the evening cooks.
JELLY'S LAST JAM Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse's production of the Tony Award-winning musical JELLY'S LAST JAM, directed by Kent Gash will close this month. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse's production of the Tony Award-winning musical JELLY'S LAST JAM, directed by Kent Gash will close this month. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Celebrities on the Red Carpet at Opening Night of JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse is now presenting a new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam, featuring a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse is now presenting a new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam, featuring a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
Photos/Video: First Look at Pasadena Playhouse's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2024
Get a first look at Pasadena Playhouse's new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam, now on stage through through June 23, 2024. The production features a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2024
Get a first look at Pasadena Playhouse's new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam, now on stage through through June 23, 2024. The production features a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson.
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2024
Get a first look at rehearsals for the new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse, featuring a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson.
by Joshua Wright - May 21, 2024
Get a first look at rehearsals for the new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse, featuring a book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, and lyrics by Susan Birkenhead with musical adaptation and additional music composed by Luther Henderson.
Video: See Stewart, Williams, and Rogers in Teaser for Pasadena Playhouse's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024
Watch a teaser for Jelly's Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse in the video here!
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024
Watch a teaser for Jelly's Last Jam at Pasadena Playhouse in the video here!
Cast Set For JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024
Full casting has been announced for the new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024
Full casting has been announced for the new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam.
Sarasota Orchestra Reveals 2024-2025 Season Featuring Five Concert Series & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2024
Sarasota Orchestra has unveiled its 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2024
Sarasota Orchestra has unveiled its 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
John Clarence Stewart, Jasmine Amy Rogers & Cress Williams to Lead JELLY'S LAST JAM in Pasadena
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse has revealed the cast for its new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024
Pasadena Playhouse has revealed the cast for its new production of the Tony Award winning musical Jelly’s Last Jam. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Luther Henderson written?
Luther Henderson has written 3 shows including Doctor Jazz (Composer), The Crystal Tree (Composer), Jelly's Last Jam (Composer).
What awards has Luther Henderson been nominated for?
Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Little Ham, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Play On!, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Jelly's Last Jam and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Jelly's Last Jam.
What awards has Luther Henderson won?
Luther Henderson won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Orchestrations for Little Ham.
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