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Tom Kitt is an American composer, conductor, orchestrator, and musician. For his score for the musical Next to Normal, he shared the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Drama with Brian Yorkey.



He has also won two Tony Awards and an Outer Critics Circle Award for Next to Normal, as well as Tony and Outer Critics Circle nominations for If/Then and SpongeBob SquarePants. He has been nominated for eight Drama Desk Awards, winning one, and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for Jagged Little Pill in 2021.

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[West End, 2024]
Music
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Music Consulting
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Orchestrations
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Additional Orchestrations
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Orchestrations and Arrangements
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Orchestrator
Musical Supervisor
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Orchestrations and Arranger
Musical Supervisor
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Orchestrator
Arranger
Composer
Music Supervisor
 
[Boston, 2018]
Music Supervision, Orchestrations and Arrangements
 
[San Francisco (Regional), 2018]
Composer/Arranger/Orchestrator/Music Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Music Supervision
Orchestrations
Arranger
 
[Chicago, 2016]
Orchestrator, Arranger, Music Supervisor
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Original Music
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Music
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Composer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Composer
 
[West End, 2012]
Arranger
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Orchestrator
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Arranger
Orchestrator
Musical Supervisor
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Music Arranger
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Orchestrator
Music Arranger
Musical Supervisor
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Musical Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Musical Director
Conductor
Keyboard I
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Composer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
Music Arranger
Music Arranger
Musical Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Orchestrator
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Musical Director
Orchestrator
Music Arranger
Keyboards
Band Leader
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Musical Supervisor
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Musical Director

Writing

Composer
Composer & Lyricist
Composer & Lyricist
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
Composer

Tom Kitt Movies

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[ 2021 ] Aspiring Composer and Lyricist #9

Tom Kitt Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Hell's Kitchen

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Music

Tom Kitt, Almost Famous

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tom Kitt, Almost Famous

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

Tom Kitt, Flying Over Sunset

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

Tom Kitt, Flying Over Sunset


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Jagged Little Pill


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Jagged Little Pill

Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Jagged Little Pill


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Score

Tom Kitt, SpongeBob SquarePants

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, SpongeBob SquarePants


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score

Tom KittSpongeBob SquarePants

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, SpongeBob SquarePants

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, SpongeBob SquarePants

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Music in a Play

Tom Kitt, Cymbeline

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tom Kitt, If/Then

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Music in a Play

Tom KittAll's Well That Ends Well

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Music in a Play

Tom Kitt, The Winter's Tale


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2010 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, American Idiot

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Everyday Rapture

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, American Idiot


winner
The Pulitzer Prize - 2010 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Orchestrations

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal

Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Music

Tom Kitt, Next to Normal

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Watch: Jaime Lozano & The Familia Debuts New Video 'No Podemos Regresar (Spanish Version)'

Jaime Lozano & The Familia release a new video for 'No Podemos Regresar' in collaboration with Concord Theatricals, showcasing a Spanish version of the song.
Derek Klena, Jenn Colella & More to Star in Tom Kitt's THE TRUNK SONGS at 54 Below

54 BELOW will welcome back Tony, Grammy, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize winning composer Tom Kitt. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at CAP Merrick

What did our critic think of NEXT TO NORMAL at CAP Merrick?
SESAME STREET THE MUSICAL Offers Ticket Special For its Final Weeks

Sesame Street the Musical, produced by Rockefeller Studios, is in its final weeks at the Center for Puppetry Arts and must close on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Learn more about the special ticketing offer available now!
BWW Q&A: Laura Nicholas on BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Centre Stage

Founded in 1983, Centre Stage is a year-round, 285-seat regional theater offering a wide range of entertainment within easy walking distance of historic Falls Park and the many shops and restaurants that line downtown Greenville's Main Street corridor. Augmenting its subscription season of music, comedy, and drama, the theater also hosts art exhibitions and other special events inside the performace facility noted for its unique configuration, comfort and intimacy. 
HELL'S KITCHEN and The New York Liberty Will Host a Block Party at Barclays Center

The new musical HELL’S KITCHEN will team up with the New York Liberty to host a free open-to-the-public Block Party for fans on Tuesday, July 16 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. on the Ticketmaster Plaza at Barclays Center.
Show of the Week: Save Up to 11% on Tickets to NEXT TO NORMAL at the Gielgud Theatre

Save up to 11% on tickets to Next To Normal at the Wyndham's Theatre. Tickets start at £25!
Video: New Trailer For NEXT TO NORMAL in London's West End

The Donmar Warehouse production of the Tony-winning musical Next to Normal is now open on London's West End. Watch an all new trailer in the video here!
NEXT TO NORMAL Comes to Source One Five Theatre Company

Source One Five Theatre Company has announced its upcoming production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical Next to Normal. The performances will take place from Friday, July 19th to Sunday, July 21st at the Centennial Performing Arts Center.
Review Roundup: NEXT TO NORMAL Opens In the West End Starring Caissie Levy

The Donmar Warehouse production of the Tony-winning musical Next to Normal celebrated its official opening night on London's West End this week. Read the reviews!
Review: NEXT TO NORMAL, Wyndham's Theatre

Following a sold-out run at the Donmar Warehouse, Next to Normal arrives at Wyndham's Theatre.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 26, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 26, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Jenn Colella Performs 'Always Starting Over' at IF/THEN Reunion Concert at 54 Below

On June 24, 54 Below hosted a celebration of Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey’s 2014 Broadway musical, IF/THEN. Watch Jenn Colella perform the song 'Always Starting Over'!
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" June 24 to June 30, 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 an If/Then reunion and plenty of shows celebrating Pride.
See Linda Eder & More Next Week at 54 Below

Discover the exciting lineup at 54 BELOW next week, featuring a variety of performances from Broadway stars and up-and-coming talents. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE CONNECTOR Cast Album Now Available; Plus Watch the Cast Recording 'The Whole World Changed'

The original cast recording of MCC Theater’s acclaimed world premiere production of The Connector is available today! Plus, watch Hannah Cruz, Scott Bakula and the cast record 'The Whole World Changed'.
HELL'S KITCHEN Releases New Block of Tickets Through May 2025

Hell's Kitchen has released a new block of tickets. Learn more and see how to purchase!
Review Roundup: The 77th Annual Tony Awards

The 77th Annual Tony Awards took place last night, June 16, at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater. Find out what the critics thought of Broadway's big night!
Inside the 77th Tony Awards Opening Number 'This Party's For You'

Following 2023's wordless opening number for Broadway's biggest night of the year, the large-scale Tony Awards opening was back for the 77th annual awards show! 'This Party's for You' served as an invitation and reminder for the nominees and those in attendance that the big event is for theater kids and adults everywhere. Watch the performance here!
Exclusive: How Adam Blackstone and Tom Kitt​​​​​​​ Found the Voice of HELL'S KITCHEN

Today, we hear from Adam Blackstone and Tom Kitt​​​​​​​, who created the orchestrations of the 13-time Tony-nominated Best Musical, Hell's Kitchen.

Tom Kitt FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Tom Kitt written?

Tom Kitt has written 9 shows including High Fidelity (Composer), next to normal (Composer), Bring It On: The Musical (Composer), If/Then (Composer), Superhero (Composer & Lyricist), Almost Famous (Composer & Lyricist), Magic Mike (Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa), The Visitor (Composer), Flying Over Sunset (Music).

What awards has Tom Kitt been nominated for?

Tom Kitt has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout his career in Broadway. Some of the notable nominations include Best Orchestrations at the Tony Awards for "Hell's Kitchen," "Jagged Little Pill," "SpongeBob SquarePants," and "Next to Normal." He was also nominated for Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "Almost Famous," "Cymbeline," and "Next to Normal." Additionally, Kitt received nominations for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "Almost Famous," "Flying Over Sunset," and "If/Then." Other nominations include Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for "Jagged Little Pill," "SpongeBob SquarePants," and "American Idiot," as well as Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "SpongeBob SquarePants." Kitt's impressive body of work has garnered him recognition across various award platforms, including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for "Next to Normal."

What awards has Tom Kitt won?

Tom Kitt has won the following awards: Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for Jagged Little Pill, at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Jagged Little Pill, and at the Tony Awards for Next to Normal. He also won Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants, Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants, Best Orchestrations at the BroadwayWorld Awards for American Idiot, and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Next to Normal. Additionally, he won Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for Next to Normal.

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