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Ted Sperling BIO

LCT: The King and I, South Pacific, The Light in the Piazza (Tony, Drama Desk awards), A Man of No Importance, A New Brain, My Favorite Year. Broadway: Fiddler on the Roof, Guys and Dolls, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The Full Monty, Titanic (actor), Kiss of the Spider Woman, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Drood, Sunday in the Park with George. Off- Broadway: Red Eye of Love, The Other Josh Cohen, Striking 12, See What I Wanna See (director); Saturn Returns, Floyd Collins, Romance in Hard Times (music director). Artistic director, MasterVoices; principal conductor, Westchester Philharmonic; creative director of the 24 Hour Musicals. Selected concerts: Show Boat (NY Philharmonic); The Firebrand of Florence, The Grapes of Wrath, The Mikado, 27, The Road of Promise, Song of Norway, Knickerbocker Holiday, Dido and Aeneas, Babes in Toyland, Of Thee I Sing, Orfeo ed Euridice (MasterVoices); numerous programs at American Songbook, Lyrics and Lyricists. www.tedsperling.net

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Ted Sperling STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Wallace Hartley

3rd Class Passenger

Chief Engineer Joseph Bell

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 1985
Singer

Ted Sperling Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Orchestrations
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Music Director
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
Music Director
 
[West End, 2018]
Musical Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Musical Director
 
[New York, 2017]
Conductor
Director
 
[New York, 2017]
Director
Conductor
 
[US Tour, 2016]
Music Direction
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Music Director
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Music Direction
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Director
 
[West End, 2011]
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Composer
Vocal Music Arranger
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Musical Director
Conductor
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Musical Director
Orchestrator
Conductor
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Musical Director
Composer
Vocal Music Arranger
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2004]
Musical Director
 
[Williamstown, MA (Regional), 2004]
Director
 
[Chicago (Regional), 2004]
Musical Director
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2003]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Musical Director
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2000]
Musical Director
Vocal Music Arranger
 
[New York, 1999]
Musical Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Musician
Musical Director
Vocal Music Arranger
Vocal Music Arranger
Musical Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1998]
Musician
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Conductor
Musical Director
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Musical Director
Conductor
Vocal Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1993] [Replacement]
Conductor[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 1992]
Musical Director
Conductor
 
[Broadway, 1992]
Associate Conductor
Synthesizer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1990]
Piano
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Vocal Music Arranger
Musical Director
Vocal Music Arranger
Musical Director
Musical Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 1989]
Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1987]
Synthesizers
 
[Broadway, 1984]
Synthesizer

Ted Sperling Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Orchestrations

Ted Sperling, The Light in the Piazza


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - outstanding Orchestrations

Ted Sperling, The Light in the Piazza


winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Orchestrations

Ted Sperling, The Light in the Piazza

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

John Dossett, Gypsy

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Ted Sperling News


Are We In a Sondheim Renaissance?

This time, the reader question was: Have there been a lot of Sondheim productions in New York City since the legendary composer and lyricist passed away?
Interview: Sam Gravitte Talks SONGS THAT RAISED ME at Post Office Cafe and Cabaret and BEAUTIFUL at Cape Playhouse

Singer, actor, and writer Sam Gravitte will not only be making his performance debut in Provincetown when he appears in John McDaniel’s Broadway Series, at the Post Office Café and Cabaret on July 6, it will be his first visit to the town.
BWW Q&A: Mikaela Bennett on BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTERS with Ramin Karimloo & Mikaela Bennett at Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Mikaela Bennett is a celebrated singer and actress who is garnering praise for her artistic versatility on stage and in concert halls across the globe and is a recent recipient of the Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists.
Review: MIRACLE OF MIRACLES Rekindles Broadway Memories at The 92nd Street Y

MIRACLE OF MIRACLES, a grand tribute to Sheldon Harnick, closed its trio of concert performances last night. It serves as a radiant reminder of a legendary talent of musical theatre. Sheldon Harnick's lyrics and legacy were warmly presented in the Lyrics & Lyricists series, which he was a major part of in its early years.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" June 3 to June 9, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week.
Interview: Victoria Clark and Jason Danieley talk BROADWAY TODAY! BROADWAY'S MODERN MASTERS

Interview: Victoria Clark and Jason Danieley talk BROADWAY TODAY! BROADWAY'S MODERN MASTERS
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" May 28 to June 2, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including pride kickoff events, and Sheldon Harnick at Lyrics & Lyricists.
Spotlight: TED SPERLING at Kaufmann Concert Hall

Ted Sperling celebrates Sheldon Harnick at Lyrics & Lyricists!
Adam Kantor, Alysha Umphress & More to Celebrate Sheldon Harnick at Lyrics & Lyricists

Join the celebration of renowned lyricist Sheldon Harnick at 92NY's Lyrics & Lyricists event. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
SF Symphony Reveals Summer With The Symphony Season

The San Francisco Symphony has announced programming for its summer season, running July 4–August 4 with concerts at Davies Symphony Hall and outdoor performances at Stanford Live’s Frost Amphitheater, Shoreline Amphitheatre, and Sigmund Stern Grove.  
Idina Menzel to Launch TAKE ME OR LEAVE ME TOUR This Summer

Idina Menzel is going on tour this summer! See if Menzel is performing in a city near you, and learn how to purchase tickets.
J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton Join MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH At Carnegie Hall

Join actors J. Smith-Cameron and Joe Morton as they narrate MasterVoices' performance of THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall on April 17. Don't miss this unique theatrical experience.
J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton to Narrate MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH

Emmy-nominee (Succession) J. Smith-Cameron and Emmy Award-winner (Scandal) Joe Morton will co-narrateMasterVoices’ revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Ben Platt, Norm Lewis, and More Set For The Ravinia Festival's 2024 Summer Lineup

The Ravinia Festival has revealed its complete 2024 summer lineup. Among this year's Broadway names taking the stage at The Ravinia Festival are Ben Platt, Jessie Mueller, Norm Lewis, Michael Feinstein, and more! Learn more about the full lineup here!
Nathan Gunn, Bryonha Marie & More to Star in THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall

MasterVoices will close its 2023-24 season on April 17 at Carnegie Hall with a revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath by composer Ricky Ian Gordon and librettist Michael Korie based on the epic novel of the same name by Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck.
MY FAIR LADY Comes To Popejoy Hall In March

The national tour of MY FAIR LADY has announced its cast for the 2023-2024 season.
'Ben Folds With The SF Symphony' and 'The Trailblazing Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon' Come to SF Symphony

The San Francisco Symphony has announced two upcoming performances as part of the 2024 Summer with the Symphony season.  Learn more about both performances here!
MasterVoices Continues Season With the New York City Premiere of TO MY ARMS / RESTORE

MasterVoices continues its 2023-24 season on March 22-23 at NYU Skirball with the New York City Premiere of Varone’s To My Arms / Restore.
Jennifer Morrison to Lead All-Women Cast of THE PENELOPIAD at Goodman Theatre

Goodman Theatre is presenting The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Bravo! Vail Music Festival Unveils 37th Season Featuring Orchestras, Opera Productions & More

Bravo! Vail Music Festival has unveiled its 37th season. The festival will take place from June 20 to August 1, 2024, offering a diverse range of classical and Latin-American music in the stunning Vail Valley region of Colorado.

Ted Sperling FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ted Sperling been in?

Ted Sperling has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Ted Sperling been in?

Ted Sperling has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ted Sperling been nominated for?

Ted Sperling has been nominated for the following awards: Best Orchestrations in the BroadwayWorld Awards for The Light in the Piazza, Outstanding Orchestrations in the Drama Desk Awards for The Light in the Piazza, Best Orchestrations in the Tony Awards for The Light in the Piazza, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical in the Tony Awards for Gypsy.

What awards has Ted Sperling won?

Ted Sperling has won Best Orchestrations at the BroadwayWorld Awards, the Drama Desk Awards, and the Tony Awards for The Light in the Piazza.

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