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West End: Amélie (Olivier & Grammy Nominations). Broadway: Amélie, Tuck Everlasting. Off-Broadway: The Burnt Part Boys, Fugitive Songs, Stars of David. Regional: Paradise Square, Dreamland (or a musical riff on Shakespeare’s Midsummer set during the declassification of Area 51), Stillwater, The Mysteries of Harris Burdick and two circuses for Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey. TV/Film: A Killer Party, “Sesame Street,” “Elmo’s World,” and “The Electric Company.” Awards from the Kleban, Ebb, Rodgers, and Larson Foundations. Writer and director for Lovewell Institute, creating original musicals with young adults. MFA NYU Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, BFA Missouri State Univ. Husband to writer Kait Kerrigan, father to Lucy and Tess.

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The Great Gatsby: A New Musical
 
[US Tour, 2026]
Music & Lyrics
The Great GatsbyThe Great Gatsby
 
[West End, 2025]
Lyrics
The Great GatsbyThe Great Gatsby
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Music & Lyrics Arranger
Paradise SquareParadise Square
 
[Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
Lyrics[Replacement]
Tuck EverlastingTuck Everlasting
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Lyrics

Writing

Amelie
Lyrics

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2024 - Best Original Score

Nathan TysenThe Great Gatsby

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Score

Nathan TysenParadise Square

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Nathan TysenParadise Square

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Nathan TysenParadise Square


winner
- 2014 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

Nathan Tysen

The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Musical

Nathan Tysen, The Burnt Part Boys

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THE GREAT GATBSY Tour Cancels Minneapolis Performance Mid-Show Due to Technical Diffi Photo
THE GREAT GATBSY Tour Cancels Minneapolis Performance Mid-Show Due to Technical Difficulties
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026

The second to last Minneapolis performance of The Great Gatsby was cancelled mid-performance due to technical difficulties. Learn more about the issue and the show here.
AMÉLIE Toronto Premiere & ONCE Return Engagement Set for Shifting Ground Collective Photo
AMÉLIE Toronto Premiere & ONCE Return Engagement Set for Shifting Ground Collective
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026

Shifting Ground Collective announced its upcoming season, featuring the Toronto premiere of AMÉLIE and the return of ONCE to the city's musical theatre scene.
THE GREAT GATSBY's Damani Van Rensalier Takes Over Our Instagram Today Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY's Damani Van Rensalier Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - May 17, 2026

The Great Gatsby's Damani Van Rensalier is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along on our Story as Van Rensalier takes our Instagram followers behind-the-scenes of the hit Broadway musical.
Review: Arts in Motion's Production of TUCK EVERLASTING at the IPAC Photo
Review: Arts in Motion's Production of TUCK EVERLASTING at the IPAC
by Peter Nason - May 10, 2026

Imagine a rustic musical episode of The Waltons merged with The Twilight Zone.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center Photo
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
by Jeffrey Kare - May 6, 2026

Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic 1925 novel of the same name. The Great Gatsby is set on Long Island, near New York City during the Jazz Age. The story centers on mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession to reunite with his former lover Daisy Buchanan. This was one of two musical adaptations to have premiered within the past couple of years. The other being Gatsby: An American Myth, which debuted in Boston in 2024.
AMÉLIE the Musical To Be Presented At Theatre444 Photo
AMÉLIE the Musical To Be Presented At Theatre444
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026

Theatre444 will present AMÉLIE, the musical based on the 2001 Academy Award-nominated French film, at the Geneva Community Center in the Finger Lakes region of New York.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago Photo
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Presented by Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Apr 23, 2026

While THE GREAT GATSBY has glimpses of effective songs and character development, the musical doesn’t ultimately live up to the glitz, glamor, and legacy of its source material.
THE GREAT GATSBY Now Playing At Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY Now Playing At Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2026

THE GREAT GATSBY, based on the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald , is now playing at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre. The musical will play a limited two-week engagement.
THE GREAT GATSBY, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More Set For 2026-27 Broadway at the Tenness Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More Set For 2026-27 Broadway at the Tennessee Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026

The 2026-27 season lineup has been announced for Broadway at the Tennessee Theatre. The season will kick of fin November with Death Becomes Her, and continue with The Great Gatsby, Mamma Mia!, The Sound of Music, Jersey Boys, and Hell's Kitchen.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026 Photo
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
by Team BWW - Apr 8, 2026

Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this March 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from regional stages across the country.
Video: Reeve Carney & Eva Noblezada Sing 'Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow' Photo
Video: Reeve Carney & Eva Noblezada Sing 'Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow'
by Michael Major - Apr 6, 2026

The Great Gatsby has released a music video of Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada singing 'Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow.' The song is briefly heard in the musical as 'Louisville II,' but now composers Nathan Tysen and Jason Howland have expanded it.
THE GREAT GATSBY Musical Will Come to Madison This Summer Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY Musical Will Come to Madison This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2026

Overture Center for the Arts will present the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY in Madison's Overture Hall July 28–Aug. 2, with tickets going on sale April 10. The Tony Award-winning production features a jazz and pop-infused score.
THE GREAT GATSBY & More Lead Chicago's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY & More Lead Chicago's Spring 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Apr 2, 2026

Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top Chicago picks for Spring 2026!
MTI Acquires Licensing Rights for THE GREAT GATSBY Photo
MTI Acquires Licensing Rights for THE GREAT GATSBY
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 2, 2026

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the acquisition of the dazzling Broadway musical The Great Gatsby, based on the best-selling 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. 
MAYBE HAPPY END, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Broadway in Columbus 2026-27 Season Photo
MAYBE HAPPY END, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Broadway in Columbus 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

PNC Broadway in Columbus and CAPA have announced the 2026-2027 Season, headlined by the return of the legendary THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in the spring of 2027. Learn more about the lineup here!
THE GREAT GATSBY, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Kravis On Broadway 2026-27 Season Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Kravis On Broadway 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

KRAVIS On Broadway will present a new season highlighting a range of performances that embody glitz, glamour, and grit. The lineup aims to attract diverse audiences to the venue.
THE OUTSIDERS, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, and More Set For The Bushnell 2026-2027 Broadway S Photo
THE OUTSIDERS, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, and More Set For The Bushnell 2026-2027 Broadway Series
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

The Bushnell has announced its 2026-2027 Broadway Series, showcasing a lineup of new Broadway hits alongside award-winning musicals. The series aims to attract theatergoers with a diverse selection of performances.
Video: Ryan McCartan, Michael Maliakel, and Austin Colby Take Final Bows in THE GREAT Photo
Video: Ryan McCartan, Michael Maliakel, and Austin Colby Take Final Bows in THE GREAT GATSBY
by Gillian Blum - Mar 29, 2026

Watch Ryan McCartan, Michael Maliakel, and Austin Colby take their final bows in Broadway's The Great Gatsby in a new video of their last curtain call on March 29.
Meredith McDonough Named New Artistic Director at Trinity Rep Photo
Meredith McDonough Named New Artistic Director at Trinity Rep
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026

After a yearlong, nationwide search, Trinity Repertory Company has selected Meredith McDonough as the theater's next Artistic Director.  Learn more here!
THE OUTSIDERS, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Broadway in Indianapolis 2026/2027 Season Photo
THE OUTSIDERS, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Broadway in Indianapolis 2026/2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026

Broadway in Indianapolis has announced its 2026/2027 season, featuring a lineup of acclaimed shows set to captivate audiences in Indianapolis. Learn more here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Nathan Tysen written?

Nathan Tysen has written 4 shows including The Burnt Part Boys (Lyricist), Amelie (Lyrics), Tuck Everlasting (Lyricist), The Great Gatsby (Lyrics).

What awards has Nathan Tysen been nominated for?

Best Original Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Great Gatsby, Outstanding Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Paradise Square, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Paradise Square, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Paradise Square, Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for and Outstanding Musical (The Lortels) for The Burnt Part Boys.

What awards has Nathan Tysen won?

Best Original Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Great Gatsby and Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.

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