Nigel Lilley
Latest News on Nigel Lilley:
Cove Park and Dundee Rep Launch New Musical Theatre Writing Residency and Call For Applications (Sep 21, 2023)
Video: Caissie Levy Performs 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL (Jul 27, 2023)
Photos: First Look at Caissie Levy, Jamie Parker and More in Rehearsal for NEXT TO NORMAL at Donmar Warehouse (Jul 24, 2023)
Cove Park and Dundee Rep Launch New Musical Theatre Writing Residency and Call For Applications (Sep 21, 2023)
Video: Caissie Levy Performs 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL (Jul 27, 2023)
Photos: First Look at Caissie Levy, Jamie Parker and More in Rehearsal for NEXT TO NORMAL at Donmar Warehouse (Jul 24, 2023)
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Nigel Lilley is a British musical director, arranger, and conductor who has worked extensively in the West End and on Broadway. He was born in London and began his career as a pianist and musical director in regional theaters across the UK.
Lilley's West End credits include serving as musical director and conductor for productions such as "Les Misérables," "Miss Saigon," "The Phantom of the Opera," "Mary Poppins," and "Billy Elliot." His work on "Les Misérables" earned him an Olivier Award nomination for Best Musical Director. He also served as the musical supervisor for the West End production of "The Bodyguard," which starred Heather Headley and was based on the popular Whitney Houston film.
Lilley has also worked extensively on Broadway, serving as the musical director for productions such as "Monty Python's Spamalot," "A Little Night Music," and "Matilda the Musical." He earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Orchestrations for his work on "A Little Night Music." Lilley also served as the musical supervisor for the Broadway production of "The Secret Garden" and the Off-Broadway production of "Giant."
In addition to his work in theater, Lilley has also worked as a musical director for several recording artists. He served as the musical director for the UK tour of "Elaine Paige and Friends" and for the album "Elaine Paige and Friends Celebrate Christmas." Lilley also worked with the Spice Girls as their musical director for their reunion tour in 2007.
Lilley's most recent work includes serving as the musical supervisor for the West End production of "The Prince of Egypt," which premiered in February 2020. He also served as the musical supervisor for the UK tour of "The Addams Family" in 2017 and the West End production of "The Girls" in 2017.
Throughout his career, Lilley has established himself as a highly respected musical director and arranger in the theater industry.
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Video: Caissie Levy Performs 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2023
VIDEO: Watch an All New Trailer For the London Production of NEWSIES, Tickets On Sale 16 June
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jun 8, 2022
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of CAROLINE, OR CHANGE in the Recording Studio
by BroadwayWorld TV - Dec 20, 2021
VIDEO: Watch Sharon D Clarke & Company in CAROLINE, OR CHANGE on Broadway
by BroadwayWorld TV - Oct 27, 2021
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Perform 'Salty Teardrops' on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2021
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2021
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes with FOLLIES - What Is Sondheim's Classic Musical About?
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Watch Opening Number from BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM at Phoenix Theatre
by Stage Tube - Mar 13, 2015
Nigel Lilley News
Cove Park and Dundee Rep Launch New Musical Theatre Writing Residency and Call For Applications
Cove Park and Dundee Rep Theatre have announced a new residency for musical theatre writers to take place 4-17 March 2024. Learn more about the residency and how to apply here!
Video: Caissie Levy Performs 'I Miss the Mountains' From NEXT TO NORMAL
Michael Longhurst will direct Grammy Award nominee Caissie Levy, Olivier Award winner and Tony Award nominee Jamie Parker, Trevor Dion Nicholas, Jack Ofrecio, Jack Wolfe, and Olivier Award winner and BAFTA nominee Eleanor Worthington-Cox in Next to Normal at the Donmar Warehouse. Check out all new video footage of Caissie Levy performing 'I Miss the Mountains' here!
Photos: First Look at Caissie Levy, Jamie Parker and More in Rehearsal for NEXT TO NORMAL at Donmar Warehouse
Michael Longhurst will direct Grammy Award nominee Caissie Levy, Olivier Award winner and Tony Award nominee Jamie Parker, Trevor Dion Nicholas, Jack Ofrecio, Jack Wolfe, and Olivier Award winner and BAFTA nominee Eleanor Worthington-Cox. The production opens on 22 August, with previews from 12 August, and runs until 7 October. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Milly Willows Wins The Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer Of The Year 2023 Competition
Milly Willows from Swansea, in her third year at Italia Conti, beat off stiff competition to be named the Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year.
Finalists Revealed for the 15th Annual STEPHEN SONDHEIM SOCIETY Student Performer of the Year 2023 Competition
The Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year competition – affectionately known as SSSSPOTY – was inaugurated in 2007, and in 2023 returns for its 15th year. The gala final will be held, fittingly, in the Sondheim Theatre, on the afternoon of 11 June 2023.
National Theatre Will Present Roald Dahl's THE WITCHES From Dave Malloy and More
The National Theatre has announced two new productions, Roald Dahl's The Witches, in a co-production with the Roald Dahl Story Company, and The Effect, in association with The Jamie Lloyd Company.
New Cast Members Join NEWSIES at London's Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
Disney's NEWSIES will welcome new cast members joining the production, which must end at London's Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre on 30 July 2023. Learn more about the cast here!
NEWSIES Extends Until 30 July at Troubadour Wembley Park
The producers of Disney’s NEWSIES have announced a new booking period at London’s Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre due to overwhelming demand. NEWSIES will now run through to Sunday 30 July 2023. Tickets for the new booking period are on sale now.
Listen to the 2023 Grammy Nominees for Best Musical Theater Album
As BroadwayWorld reported in November, six new recordings have earned nominations for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 2023 Grammy Awards, including Caroline, Or Change, Into The Woods, MJ The Musical, Mr. Saturday Night, Six: Live On Opening Night, and A Strange Loop. Take a listen to all six of the nominated albums!
Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of NEWSIES?
Coming to the UK for the first time, Newsies is set in New York City at the turn of the 20th century. What did the critics think?
Almeida Theatre Announces Casting and New Almeida Young Company Productions
The Almeida Theatre has announced initial casting and two new Almeida Young Company productions. Learn more about the lineup here!
Disney's NEWSIES Extends Booking to 16 April 2023
NEWSIES has announced a new booking period at London's Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre due to overwhelming demand and sold-out previews. NEWSIES will now run through to Sunday 16 April 2023.
Listen to the 2023 Grammy Nominees for Best Musical Theater Album
Six new recordings have earned nominations for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 2023 Grammy Awards, including Caroline, Or Change, Into The Woods, MJ The Musical, Mr. Saturday Night, Six: Live On Opening Night, and A Strange Loop. Before the 2022 winner is announced, take a listen to all six of the nominated albums.
SIX, INTO THE WOODS & More Nominated For GRAMMY For Best Musical Theatre Album
The nominations for the 2023 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album are out! Nominees this year include Into the Woods, A Strange Loop, SIX, and more. Check out who has been nominated this year.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE BAND'S VISIT at the Donmar Warehouse
The European première of David Yazbek and Itamar Moses’ multi-Tony award-winning musical The Band’s Visit, directed by Donmar Warehouse Artistic Director Michael Longhurst opened at the Donmar Warehouse. See photos from opening night here!
Photos: First Look at Alon Moni Aboutboul, Miri Mesika & More in THE BAND'S VISIT at the Donmar Warehouse
The Donmar Warehouse is presenting the European première of David Yazbek and Itamar Moses' multi-Tony award-winning musical The Band's Visit, directed in a new production by Donmar Warehouse Artistic Director Michael Longhurst. Get a first look at photos here!
Cast Announced For THE BAND'S VISIT at Donmar Warehouse
The Donmar Warehouse has announced the cast for the European première of David Yazbek and Itamar Moses' multi-Tony award-winning musical The Band's Visit, directed in a new production by Donmar Warehouse Artistic Director Michael Longhurst.Cast and onstage band: Alon Moni Aboutboul, Sharif Afifi, Jason Alder, Marc Antolin, Harel Glazer, Levi Goldmeier, Ido Gonen, Michal Horowicz, Emma Kingston, Shira Kravitz, Nitai Levi, Yali Topol Margalith, Ashley Margolis, Carlos Mendoza de Hevia, Miri Mesika, Peter Polycarpou, Ant Romero, Idlir Shyti, Maya Kristal Tenenbaum, Sargon Yelda, Baha Yetkin.
Photos: First Look at SOUTH PACIFIC, Starring Gina Beck
New production images have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC, ahead of its London run at Sadler’s Wells. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Inside Rehearsals For SOUTH PACIFIC at Manchester Opera House
All new photos have been released from rehearsals for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC. Check them out here!
VIDEO: The Cast of SOUTH PACIFIC Sings a Medley at The Ivy
A brand-new video has been released of some of the cast of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC singing a special medley at The Ivy.
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Nigel Lilley has been nominated for the Outstanding Achievement In Music award at the Olivier Awards for the Broadway show Follies.
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