Sting  Headshot

Sting

Get Sting Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Sting BIO

Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner CBE, known as Sting, is an English musician and actor. He was the principal songwriter, lead singer, and bassist for the new wave rock band the Police from 1977 to 1984, and launched a solo career in 1985. He has included elements of rock, jazz, reggae, classical, new-age and worldbeat in his music.

Sting Photos

Sting STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Jackie White [Replacement]

Sting Productions

 
[Broadway, 2014]
Music and Lyrics

Writing


Sting Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Music

Sting, The Last Ship

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Sting, The Last Ship

Sting Videos

Sting News


Theo Von to Return to Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas for 'Return of the Rat' Tour


Stand-up comedian and podcast host, Theo Von has announced his highly-anticipated return to Resorts World Theatre inside Resorts World Las Vegas. Following his sold-out debut at the venue in October 2023, Von will bring his “Return of the Rat” Tour back to the Las Vegas Strip for two back-to-back, can’t-miss shows over Independence Day Weekend on Friday, July 5, 2024, and Saturday, July 6, 2024.

Kenita R. Miller, Julia Murney and More Will Take Part in WATCHER IN THE WOODS Reading


Producers announced an industry reading of the new musical in development WATCHER IN THE WOODS. Check out all of the details on who will star and who leads the creative team here.

Kurt Deimer Reveals New Tour Dates with Texas Hippie Coalition


Kurt Deimer has announced that he will be touring alongside Texas Hippie Coalition on select dates this spring and summer, as well as, special appearances alongside the legendary band, Tesla. Kurt's newest single, 'Dance,' released on March 1, 2024, is a testament to resilience and the ability to find inspiration in challenging circumstances. The single is a precursor to his highly anticipated debut album, And So It Begins.., slated for release later this year.

Review: LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR, Royal Opera House


Nadine Sierra’s enthralling central performance helms this nerve-jangling revival.

Staller Center To Present Wanda Sykes, Renée Elise Goldsberry, John Pizzarelli & More In Fall 2024


The Fall 2024 Season at the Staller Center includes an extensive assortment of astounding artists and performances, including countless musicians, comedy, jazz, dance performances, and family experiences.

Dates Added To UNFAIR ADVANTAGE U.S. Premiere At Steppenwolf


Catch the latest updates on UNFAIR ADVANTAGE's extended run. The show, due to popular demand, has added more dates but must close on May 19.

Review: LONDON TIDE, National Theatre


Aesthetically malnourished, London Tide lacks the lustrous life blood that so warmly floods through the veins of Dickens’s literary world.

Review: PinkPantheress at Brooklyn Paramount


What did our critic think of PINKPANTHERESS AT BROOKLYN PARAMOUNT at Brooklyn Paramount?

Video: Alex Lacamoire on the Music of Sting's MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE at New York City Center


Watch as Alex Lacamoire, a music arranger known for his extensive Broadway credits such as Hamilton, In the Heights, and Dear Evan Hansen, discusses the process of turning the iconic music of Sting into a story for the stage in MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE.

MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE Comes to Philadelphia's Miller Theatre in May


Ensemble Arts will present Message In A Bottle, a new dance theatre production by Sadler's Wells Associate Artist Kate Prince, set to the music of 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist Sting.

Feature: BARDS AND BEASTS at Brelby Productions


'Bards & Beasts' is a play that lingers long after the curtain falls. Perovich's masterful storytelling leaves audiences pondering the mysteries of life, loss, and the courage it takes to face the unknown. 'Bards & Beasts' opens at the Brelby Theatre Company on April 19th and is a must-see for fans of dark, thought-provoking theatre.

Review: MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE at Kennedy Center Opera House


Message in a Bottle, a narrative dance work set to music by Sting, with choreography by Kate Prince ranging from hip hop to break dancing to contemporary, is sometimes maddening but often exhilarating.

Review: CATF Contemporary American Theater Festival Rolls Out Another World Premiere Season!


Believe it or not, Summer is coming.  After we sneeze our way through a way-too-flowery Spring, we get to contemplate the joys of those little weekend getaways here and there, sneaking out of town to enjoy some solid artistry in friendly locales. 

Universal Music Publishing Signs Classical Music Icon Andrea Bocelli To Exclusive, Global Publishing Agreement


Universal Music Publishing Group has announced that legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli has been signed to an exclusive, global publishing agreement through UMPG's Classics & Screen department.

Larry Marshall to Direct Sundog Theatre's SCENES FROM THE STATEN ISLAND FERRY


Broadway star Larry Marshall will direct Sundog Theatre's annual presentation, Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry 2024. Learn more!

What Do You Mean I Won't Book Every Project I Audition For?


Spencer Glass, career coach for actors and actor himself, dives deep into the reality of booking jobs, and coming to terms with the fact that actors can't be a fit for everyone and every piece. 

Boyz II Men, Trey Anastasio & More Join Tanglewood 2024 Popular Artist Series


The Tanglewood Popular Artist Series will welcome three exciting new guest artists to the blockbuster lineup in the Koussevitzky Music Shed. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 8, 2024- HAMILTON Rises to the Top


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, April 8, 2024.

Interview: HADESTOWN's J. Antonio Rodriguez Receives DACA Renewal


BroadwayWorld has learned that J. Antonio Rogriguez, who was playing Orpheus on the Hadestown tour before having to step away from the production following the expiration of his DACA renewal, will now be able to return to the production.

Broadway Veteran Rosemary Loar To Release New Album 'Vagabond Heart (Coraçāo Vagabundo)'


Broadway veteran Rosemary Loar is set to release her 9th album, Vagabond Heart, featuring a blend of jazz and American songbook classics.

Sting FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Sting been in?

Sting has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Sting been in?

Sting has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Sting been nominated for?

Sting has been nominated for Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Last Ship" and for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "The Last Ship."

How many shows has Sting written?

Sting has written 1 shows including The Last Ship (Composer).

Get Sting Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos