Steve Canyon Kennedy
Latest News on Steve Canyon Kennedy:
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24 (Nov 25, 2025)
JERSEY BOYS Will Embark on 20th Anniversary Tour in the UK and Ireland in 2026 (Nov 7, 2025)
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24 (Nov 25, 2025)
JERSEY BOYS Will Embark on 20th Anniversary Tour in the UK and Ireland in 2026 (Nov 7, 2025)
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
BIO
Kennedy's Broadway sound design credits include On Your Feet, Doctor Zhivago, Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill (Tony Award), Hands on a Hardbody (Drama Desk Award), Jesus Christ Superstar, Catch Me If You Can (Tony nomination), Guys and Dolls, Mary Poppins, The Lion King, Jersey Boys (Drama Desk Award), Billy Crystal’s 700 Sundays, Rent, Hairspray, The Producers, Aida, Titanic, Big, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Carousel, and The Who’s Tommy (Drama Desk Award).
In addition, he was the production engineer on such Broadway shows as Cats, Starlight Express, Song & Dance, The Phantom of the Opera, Carrie, and Aspects of Love.
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Sound Design of a Musical
Steve Canyon Kennedy, Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations
winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Sound Design of a Play
Steve Canyon Kennedy, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical
Steve Canyon Kennedy, Hands on a Hardbody
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical
Steve Canyon Kennedy, Jesus Christ Superstar
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Sound Design of a Musical
Steve Canyon Kennedy, Catch Me If You Can
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design
Steve Canyon Kennedy, Jersey Boys
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Sound Design
Steve Canyon Kennedy, Jersey Boys
Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Sound Design
Steve Canyon Kennedy, The Who's Tommy
Videos
Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - 2025-07-23 11:54:23
Video: Get a Sneak Peek of AIN'T TOO PROUD London Cast Singing 'My Girl'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-14 14:06:44
Video: Julie Taymor Talks THE LION KING 25th Anniversary and More!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-10-24 05:33:48
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes With JERSEY BOYS' Return to Live Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-03-24 16:03:18
VIDEO: JERSEY BOYS Celebrates 1000 Performances in New York City
by Stephi Wild - 2022-01-09 15:59:13
VIDEO: AIN'T TOO PROUD Kicks Off Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with Show Medley
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-11-28 09:29:32
VIDEO: THE LION KING Celebrates 100,000,000th Guest Worldwide With Multi-Lingual 'Circle of Life' Music Video
by Stephi Wild - 2019-05-16 09:10:16
VIDEO: Inside Opening Night of AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Ahmanson Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-09-04 21:27:49
April 1 - THE LION KING Will Become First Musical to Play Seven Continents- Antarctic Production Will Open in 2019!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-03-31 19:01:42
TV Exclusive: Meet the New Boys of JERSEY BOYS- Nicolas Dromard
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-12-04 09:42:25
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of Berkeley Rep's AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS
by Julie Musbach - 2017-09-02 18:36:04
News
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.
JERSEY BOYS Will Embark on 20th Anniversary Tour in the UK and Ireland in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The original Tony-winning musical sensation JERSEY BOYS returns for its celebratory 20th Anniversary tour across the UK and Ireland, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre in June.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
The original Tony-winning musical sensation JERSEY BOYS returns for its celebratory 20th Anniversary tour across the UK and Ireland, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre in June.
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.
Experience Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago at Cadillac Palace
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Disney's THE LION KING runs at Cadillac Palace Theatre until October 19. Get ticket info and details about this must-see Chicago show!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Disney's THE LION KING runs at Cadillac Palace Theatre until October 19. Get ticket info and details about this must-see Chicago show!
Cast Announced for Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
Ntsepa Pitjeng-Molebatsi Returns to THE LION KING as Rafiki
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
The Lion King is welcoming Ntsepa Pitjeng-Molebatsi back as Rafiki beginning September 2. Pitjeng-Molebatsi stepped into the role temporarily earlier this year and is now taking it over officially following the final performance of longtime cast member Tshidi Manye.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
The Lion King is welcoming Ntsepa Pitjeng-Molebatsi back as Rafiki beginning September 2. Pitjeng-Molebatsi stepped into the role temporarily earlier this year and is now taking it over officially following the final performance of longtime cast member Tshidi Manye.
Review: Disney’s THE LION KING Brings the Circle of Life to Vancouver
by Alyson Eng - Aug 31, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King musical is playing in Vancouver, BC for a limited four-week engagement at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from August 20 to September 14.
by Alyson Eng - Aug 31, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King musical is playing in Vancouver, BC for a limited four-week engagement at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from August 20 to September 14.
THE LION KING Tour Welcomes New Mufasa and Simba
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome David D’Lancy Wilson as Mufasa and Gilbert Domally as Simba. Wilson and Domally will begin performances on Tuesday, September 23 in Portland, OR at Keller Auditorium.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome David D’Lancy Wilson as Mufasa and Gilbert Domally as Simba. Wilson and Domally will begin performances on Tuesday, September 23 in Portland, OR at Keller Auditorium.
Video: Gayle King Makes Broadway Debut in THE LION KING
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
On Thursday, CBS News journalist Gayle King, along with Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman, made their Broadway debuts in The Lion King, appearing in the opening number of the hit musical. Watch footage from rehearsals and the performance here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
On Thursday, CBS News journalist Gayle King, along with Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman, made their Broadway debuts in The Lion King, appearing in the opening number of the hit musical. Watch footage from rehearsals and the performance here!
Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025
Gavin Lee has made it to Pride Rock! The Tony nominee has officially joined the cast of The Lion King on Broadway as 'Scar.' Watch a video of his first bow now!
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025
Gavin Lee has made it to Pride Rock! The Tony nominee has officially joined the cast of The Lion King on Broadway as 'Scar.' Watch a video of his first bow now!
Gavin Lee Joins THE LION KING on Broadway as Scar
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025
Two-time Tony nominee Gavin Lee will take on the role of Scar in THE LION KING starting July 22. Discover more about his journey here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025
Two-time Tony nominee Gavin Lee will take on the role of Scar in THE LION KING starting July 22. Discover more about his journey here!
Tickets For THE LION KING in Seattle Go on Sale Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group and Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount have announced that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public next week.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group and Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount have announced that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public next week.
THE LION KING Will Conclude Toronto Run in August
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025
Toronto’s production of Disney’s The Lion King – now in its 29th week – will conclude its run on August 30 at the Princess of Wales Theatre. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025
Toronto’s production of Disney’s The Lion King – now in its 29th week – will conclude its run on August 30 at the Princess of Wales Theatre. Learn more here!
DISNEY'S THE LION KING To Conclude Toronto Run In August
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2025
Toronto's production of Disney's The Lion King – now in its 29th week – will conclude its run on August 30 at the Princess of Wales Theatre. By that date, the show will have played 345 performances to an audience of over 250,000.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2025
Toronto's production of Disney's The Lion King – now in its 29th week – will conclude its run on August 30 at the Princess of Wales Theatre. By that date, the show will have played 345 performances to an audience of over 250,000.
THE LION KING Is Now On Sale At Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for Disney's The Lion King, are now on sale to the public. The Lion King has been touring North America for more than 23 years, and during that time has welcomed over 24 million theatergoers, making it North America's longest-running and most-attended Broadway tour.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2025
Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for Disney's The Lion King, are now on sale to the public. The Lion King has been touring North America for more than 23 years, and during that time has welcomed over 24 million theatergoers, making it North America's longest-running and most-attended Broadway tour.
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025
By popular demand, Disney's The Lion King will return to Chicago for the first time since 2023, where the production played a sold-out run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025
By popular demand, Disney's The Lion King will return to Chicago for the first time since 2023, where the production played a sold-out run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.
THE LION KING to Open in Sydney in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King will return to Australia, premiering in Sydney in April 2026. The Lion King has been seen by more than 120 million worldwide, cementing its status as one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King will return to Australia, premiering in Sydney in April 2026. The Lion King has been seen by more than 120 million worldwide, cementing its status as one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Learn more.
Broadway Across Canada Announces Ticket Info For Disney's THE LION KING In Calgary
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group and Broadway Across Canada announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public on February 10, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (MST).
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group and Broadway Across Canada announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public on February 10, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (MST).
THE LION KING Will Return to Anchorage in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024
Disney’s The Lion King will make its return to Anchorage at the Atwood Concert Hall during the 25/26 season. Performance dates and times for the Fall 2025 engagement will be announced at a later time.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024
Disney’s The Lion King will make its return to Anchorage at the Atwood Concert Hall during the 25/26 season. Performance dates and times for the Fall 2025 engagement will be announced at a later time.
Tickets to THE LION KING in Dallas to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024
Tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public in December. Learn more about the national tour and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024
Tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public in December. Learn more about the national tour and see how to purchase tickets!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Steve Canyon Kennedy been nominated for?
Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hands on a Hardbody, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Jesus Christ Superstar , Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Catch Me If You Can, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Jersey Boys, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Jersey Boys and Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Who's Tommy.
What awards has Steve Canyon Kennedy won?
Steve Canyon Kennedy won the Tony Award for Best Sound Design of a Play for Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill, as well as the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Sound Design for Jersey Boys.
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