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[New York, 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Orchestrations
 
[Broadway, 1992]
Orchestrator
Music Adaptation
 
[Broadway, 1988]
Orchestrations/Arrangements
 
[Broadway, 1981]
Orchestrations/Dance Arrangements
 
[West End, 1979]
Musical Supervisor
Orchestrations/Arrangements
 
[Broadway, 1978]
Orchestrations/Arrangements
 
[Broadway, 1976]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1975]
Dance Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1974]
Dance/Incidental Music
 
[West End, 1973]
Dance/Incidental Music
 
[Broadway, 1972]
Orchestrations/Vocal Arrangements
Dance Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1971]
Dance/Incidental Music
 
[Broadway, 1970]
Orchestrations/Vocal Arrangements
Dance Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1967]
Dance Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1964]
Dance Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1963]
Orchestrations/Arrangements
 
[Broadway, 1962]
Dance Music Arranger
 
[US Tour, 1962]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 1961]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 1960]
Orchestrator

Writing

Composer

Luther Henderson 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

Luther Henderson News


Review: JELLY'S LAST JAM at Pasadena Playhouse

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.
Broadway Buying Guide: February 26, 2024- See the New SWEENEY TODD Cast and More

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 26, 2024.
Review Roundup: JELLY'S LAST JAM Opens at New York City Center

Read the reviews for Jelly's Last Jam at New York City Center, starring Billy Porter and more.
Photos: The Cast of JELLY'S LAST JAM at City Center Encores! Meets the Press

Jelly’s Last Jam runs February 21 through March 3 at New York City Center. The company recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was on hand to chat with them about the upcoming show. Check out photos from the press event here!
Photos: Encores! JELLY'S LAST JAM Cast Poses for Portrait

Rehearsals are now underway for Encores! next show- Jelly’s Last Jam, led by director Robert O’Hara. Check out a new photo as the cast paused from rehearsals here!
Broadway Buying Guide: February 12, 2024- Get Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE!, SWEENEY TODD, and More

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 12, 2024.
Okieriete Onaodowan & Alaman Diadhiou Complete the Cast of Encores! JELLY'S LAST JAM

Okieriete Onaodowan (Hamilton) will join the cast of Encores! Jelly’s Last Jam as Buddy Bolden and Alaman Diadhiou will make his New York stage debut as Young Jelly. See the full cast and learn how to purchase tickets!
Video: The Encores! Orchestra Rehearses JELLY'S LAST JAM

It's Jelly's first Jam! The 15-piece Encores! Orchestra, led by Guest Music Director Jason Michael Webb are jammin’ in “Jelly’s Jam,” a musical theater orchestration of Jelly Roll Morton’s iconic original jazz music, and Webb provides insight into how the music connects past and present in this video.
Ramin Karimloo, Chuck Cooper, Judy Kuhn & More Join Encores! TITANIC

NEW YORK CITY CENTER announced additional casting for Encores! Titanic, the final production of the 30th Encores! series. Check out who has joined the star-studded line-up!
A SIGN OF THE TIMES, BROOKLYN LAUNDRY & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows February

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this February are world premieres, new musicals and more.
Nicholas Christopher, John Clay III, Tiffany Mann, and Leslie Uggams Join JELLY'S LAST JAM at Encores!

NEW YORK CITY CENTER has revealed additional casting for Jelly’s Last Jam the second production of the 30th Encores! series.
Broadway Rose Theatre to Present AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' The Fats Waller Musical Show

Experience the infectious energy and humor of Fats Waller's music at Broadway Rose Theatre's production of Ain't Misbehavin' The Fats Waller Musical Show. Don't miss your chance to groove to the sounds of 'Honeysuckle Rose,' 'Black And Blue,' 'The Joint Is Jumpin',' and more. Get your tickets now!

Luther Henderson 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?

Luther Henderson has been nominated for several awards for his work in Broadway shows. These nominations include Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for "Little Ham," Best Orchestrations at the Tony Awards for "Play On!," Outstanding Orchestration at the Drama Desk Awards for "Jelly's Last Jam," and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "Jelly's Last Jam."

What awards has Luther Henderson won?

Luther Henderson won the Outstanding Orchestrations award at the Drama Desk Awards for Little Ham.

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