Michael Starobin
Latest News on Michael Starobin:
Tickets for SUFFS National Tour at Hippodrome Theatre to go on Sale This Week (Nov 20, 2025)
SUFFS to be Presented at The Hollywood Pantages Theatre (Nov 19, 2025)
Photos: The Final Work of William Finn Performed at 54 Below Last Night (Nov 17, 2025)
Tickets for SUFFS National Tour at Hippodrome Theatre to go on Sale This Week (Nov 20, 2025)
SUFFS to be Presented at The Hollywood Pantages Theatre (Nov 19, 2025)
Photos: The Final Work of William Finn Performed at 54 Below Last Night (Nov 17, 2025)
BIO
Mrs. Miller Does Her Thing, Freaky Friday, Falsettos, First Daughter Suite, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Kid Victory, If/Then, Annie, Dogfight, Leap of Faith, Queen of the Mist, People in the Picture, Sondheim on Sondheim, Next to Normal (Tony Award), Glorious Ones, Grinch, Adrift in Macao, Bernarda Alba, Spelling Bee, Assassins (Tony Award), Tom Sawyer, A New Brain, A Christmas Carol, Hello Again, Guys & Dolls (1992), My Favorite Year, In Trousers, Sunday in the Park with George, Once on This Island, Closer Than Ever, Legs Diamond, Romance Romance, Carrie, Birds of Paradise, Rags, Three Guys Naked, Von Richtofen.
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Productions
[Off-Broadway, 1982]
Orchestrator
Vocal Music Arranger
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, All the World's a Stage
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Michael Starobin, We Live in Cairo
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Suffs
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Once on this Island
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Once on this Island
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael StarobinOnce on this Island
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Orchestrations
Michael StarobinOnce on this Island
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, If/Then
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Queen of the Mist
winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Next to Normal
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Next to Normal
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, The Glorious Ones
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Orhcestrations
Michael Starobin, Assassins
winner
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Assassins
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Orchestration
Michael Starobin, My Favorite Year
Drama Desk Awards - 1987 - Outstanding Orchestration
Michael Starobin, Birds of Paradise
Drama Desk Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Three Naked Guys from the Waist Down
Drama Desk Awards - 1985 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, La Boheme
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Michael Starobin, Sunday in the Park with George
Videos
Video: SUFFS Hosts Roll Call With Representatives from the 36 States that Ratified 19th Amendment
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-25 10:11:28
Video: Producer Hillary Rodham Clinton Featured in New SUFFS Promotional Video
by Stephi Wild - 2024-03-04 10:19:43
Video: Get a First Look at THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-11-17 14:34:48
Video: Get a Sneak Peek of THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-10-06 15:00:20
Video: Watch Highlights From the World Premiere of ON CEDAR STREET at Berkshire Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-08-24 12:33:37
VIDEO: FLYING OVER SUNSET Begins Rehearsals; Check Out All New Clips From the Show!
by Show Highlights - 2021-10-20 09:00:44
VIDEO: Michael Arden Performs 'Out There' From THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-05-10 10:54:34
VIDEO: First Look at Bryce Pinkham, Hannah Elless, and More in BENNY & JOON at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Alan Henry - 2019-04-26 14:57:07
VIDEO: Watch Clips of Bryce Pinkham, Hannah Elless, and More in BENNY & JOON at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - 2019-04-12 10:38:02
VIDEO: Watch Kate Baldwin Perform New Tom Kitt Song from SUPERHERO!
by Paul Smith - 2019-02-05 10:30:52
TV: Kate Baldwin, Bryce Pinkham & More Save the Day with a Sneak Peek of Tom Kitt & John Logan's SUPERHERO
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-01-18 12:33:57
A Christmas #TBT With The 2007 Opening Night of THE GRINCH WHO STOLE CHRISTMAS
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - 2018-12-20 12:01:42
VIDEO: Watch Alex Newell, Hailey Kilgore, & the Cast of the Tony Nominated ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Revival on THE TODAY SHOW
by Macon Prickett - 2018-05-02 10:21:37
TV: Go Inside Opening Night with ONCE ON THIS ISLAND's Hailey Kilgore, Lea Salonga, Alex Newell and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-12-04 16:11:04
TV: 'One Small Girl' Makes a Big Impact in Brand-New Footage from ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-11-30 14:06:35
News
Tickets for SUFFS National Tour at Hippodrome Theatre to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will arrive in Baltimore as part of the 2025-26 Broadway Season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will arrive in Baltimore as part of the 2025-26 Broadway Season.
SUFFS to be Presented at The Hollywood Pantages Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025
SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote will begin performances in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025
SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote will begin performances in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages.
Photos: The Final Work of William Finn Performed at 54 Below Last Night
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 17, 2025
William Finn seemed to be talking directly to the overflowing audience in 54 Below with his poignant, mischievous and truthful words in a concert performance of his final work. It has one final performance on 11/17. See photos from 11/16.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 17, 2025
William Finn seemed to be talking directly to the overflowing audience in 54 Below with his poignant, mischievous and truthful words in a concert performance of his final work. It has one final performance on 11/17. See photos from 11/16.
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Melissa Errico, Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Melissa Errico, Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season and more.
See David Yazbek and More Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including David Yazbek, Mary Porter, Maggie Solimine and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including David Yazbek, Mary Porter, Maggie Solimine and more.
Interview: Preserving Protest and Legacy with WE LIVE IN CAIRO Cast Album
by David Clarke - Oct 28, 2025
With the release of WE LIVE IN CAIRO (Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording), The Lazours reflect on the show’s evolution, the collaboration behind the album’s sound, and how their upcoming musicals extend their artistic conversations.
by David Clarke - Oct 28, 2025
With the release of WE LIVE IN CAIRO (Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording), The Lazours reflect on the show’s evolution, the collaboration behind the album’s sound, and how their upcoming musicals extend their artistic conversations.
Listen: WE LIVE IN CAIRO Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS has released We Live in Cairo: Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording in streaming and digital formats now. Learn more and listen here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS has released We Live in Cairo: Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording in streaming and digital formats now. Learn more and listen here!
WE LIVE IN CAIRO Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording to be Released This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS will release We Live in Cairo: Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording in streaming and digital formats this week. Learn more about the album here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS will release We Live in Cairo: Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording in streaming and digital formats this week. Learn more about the album here!
Video: SUFFS North American Tour First Look
by Joshua Wright - Oct 15, 2025
Get an exclusive first look at SUFFS' North American Tour with cast details and insights into this award-winning musical's powerful story.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 15, 2025
Get an exclusive first look at SUFFS' North American Tour with cast details and insights into this award-winning musical's powerful story.
Tickets to SUFFS at PPAC to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS will arrive in Providence as part of the Providence Performing Arts Center's Broadway Series. Learn how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS will arrive in Providence as part of the Providence Performing Arts Center's Broadway Series. Learn how to purchase tickets here!
Photos: SUFFS North American Tour Marches On
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
Performances are now underway for the North American Tour of SUFFS, which officially opened in Seattle, WA at The 5th Avenue Theatre on Friday, September 19, 2025. Check out all new photos of the cast in action here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
Performances are now underway for the North American Tour of SUFFS, which officially opened in Seattle, WA at The 5th Avenue Theatre on Friday, September 19, 2025. Check out all new photos of the cast in action here!
SUFFS is Coming to San Francisco’s Orpheum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will arrive in San Francisco as part of BroadwaySF’s 2025/26 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will arrive in San Francisco as part of BroadwaySF’s 2025/26 season.
Tony Award-Winning Musical SUFFS Marches Into Salt Lake City This November
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the Tony Award-winning musical about the American women who fought for the right to vote, will make its Salt Lake City premiere at Eccles Theater, November 11–16, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the Tony Award-winning musical about the American women who fought for the right to vote, will make its Salt Lake City premiere at Eccles Theater, November 11–16, 2025.
Tickets For SUFFS at The Bushnell on Sale This Week
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will arrive in Hartford as part of The Bushnell's 2025-26 Broadway Season.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will arrive in Hartford as part of The Bushnell's 2025-26 Broadway Season.
SUFFS Marches Into Hollywood Pantages This Fall; Tickets On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2025
Broadway in Hollywood has announced that tickets are now on sale for SUFFS, the Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought for the right to vote.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2025
Broadway in Hollywood has announced that tickets are now on sale for SUFFS, the Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought for the right to vote.
Tony Award-Winning SUFFS TO Play Playhouse Square In February
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will arrive in Cleveland as part of the 2025–26 KeyBank Broadway Series at Playhouse Square.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will arrive in Cleveland as part of the 2025–26 KeyBank Broadway Series at Playhouse Square.
Tickets to SUFFS National Tour in Boston on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will march into Boston as part of the 25/26 Broadway In Boston Season. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025
The first national tour of SUFFS, the Tony Award-winning musical about the passionate American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote, will march into Boston as part of the 25/26 Broadway In Boston Season. Learn more!
SUFFS Will Launch National Tour At Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre in September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025
The Tony Award-winning musical SUFFS will launch its first national tour at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, running September 13–27, 2025. Single tickets are available now.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025
The Tony Award-winning musical SUFFS will launch its first national tour at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, running September 13–27, 2025. Single tickets are available now.
Review: DISNEY 80S " 90S CELEBRATION IN CONCERT at Wolf Trap
by Elliot Lanes - Jul 31, 2025
Over the decades, Disney music has brought much joy to generations of fans. The 80s and 90s were a particularly important time for Disney as a company because it was that period when the company came back from a creative slump with powerhouse animated features such as The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast.
by Elliot Lanes - Jul 31, 2025
Over the decades, Disney music has brought much joy to generations of fans. The 80s and 90s were a particularly important time for Disney as a company because it was that period when the company came back from a creative slump with powerhouse animated features such as The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast.
SUFFS North American Tour Cast & Cities Announced
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2025
Casting and cities have been announced for the North American Tour of SUFFS. The tour will have its first public performance on September 8, 2025, at the Capitol Theatre in Yakima, WA, and will officially open at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle on September 19, 2025.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2025
Casting and cities have been announced for the North American Tour of SUFFS. The tour will have its first public performance on September 8, 2025, at the Capitol Theatre in Yakima, WA, and will officially open at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle on September 19, 2025.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Michael Starobin been nominated for?
Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for All the World's a Stage, Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for We Live in Cairo, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Suffs, Best Orchestrations (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Once on this Island, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Once on this Island, Outstanding Orchestrations (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Once on this Island, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Once on this Island, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for If/Then, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Queen of the Mist, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Glorious Ones, Outstanding Orhcestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Assassins, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Assassins, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for My Favorite Year, Outstanding Orchestration (Drama Desk Awards) for Birds of Paradise, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Three Naked Guys from the Waist Down, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for La Boheme and Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Sunday in the Park with George.
What awards has Michael Starobin won?
Michael Starobin has won several prestigious awards for his orchestration work. He received the Best Orchestrations award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Once on this Island. He also won the Tony Awards for Best Orchestrations twice, once for Next to Normal and again for Assassins. Additionally, he earned the Outstanding Orchestrations award from the Drama Desk Awards for Assassins, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and Sunday in the Park with George.
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