Wiley DeWeese
Latest News on Wiley DeWeese:
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Original London Cast Recording Out on CD (Dec 12, 2025)
Exclusive: Hear 'D.O.A.' From THE LIGHTNING THIEF: ORIGINAL LONDON CAST RECORDING (Nov 6, 2025)
THE LIGHTNING THIEF London Cast Recording to Host Online Listening Party (Nov 5, 2025)
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Original London Cast Recording Out on CD (Dec 12, 2025)
Exclusive: Hear 'D.O.A.' From THE LIGHTNING THIEF: ORIGINAL LONDON CAST RECORDING (Nov 6, 2025)
THE LIGHTNING THIEF London Cast Recording to Host Online Listening Party (Nov 5, 2025)
BIO
Wiley DeWeese is a New York based music director, arranger, orchestrator, conductor and keyboardist. On Broadway, he has served as music director and co-orchestrator for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, associate music director for Girl From the North Country, and as a substitute conductor for The Band’s Visit and Amelie.
Off-Broadway he has served as music director for Whisper House (The Civilians), The Lucky Ones (Ars Nova), and The Wildness (Ars Nova). He also played keyboards for the premieres of Preludes (LCT3) and First Daughter Suite (Public).
Since 2018, Wiley has served as the music supervisor/orchestrator for the Michael Friedman Recording Project, which aims to preserve the works of the late, great composer Michael Friedman. To date, the project has released studio cast albums of The Abominables, This Beautiful City, The Great Immensity, (I am) Nobody’s Lunch, and Paris Commune, all available on Sh-k-boom/Ghostlight records.
Photos
Rob Rokicki, Patrick McCollum, Wiley DeWeese, Sarah Beth Pfeifer, Jonathan Raviv, James Hayden Rodriguez, Carrie Compere, Chris McCarrell, Kristin Stokes, Stephen Brackett, Barbara Pasternack and George Salazar
Date:
04/05/2017
From: Photo Coverage: Go Inside Opening Night of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL
Productions
[US Tour, 2019] [Replacement]
Orchestrations[Replacement]
Music Director[Replacement]
Additional Credits
Whisper House [Off-Broadway, 2022]
Music Director, Conductor, Additional Arrangements/Orchestrations
Girl from the North Country [Broadway, 2020]
Associate Music Director
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical [Broadway, 2019]
Music Supervisor, Music Director, Conductor, Orchestrations
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical (US Tour, 2019]
Music Director, Conductor, Orchestrations (not replacement)
Girl From the North Country (Off-Broadway, 2018)
Associate Music Director
Amélie [Broadway, 2017]
Music Associate
The Abominables [Minneapolis, 2017]
Orchestrations
The Wildness [Off-Broadway, 2016]
Music Director
First Daughter Suite [Off-Broadway, 2015]
Keyboard II
Preludes [Off-Broadway, 2015]
Keyboard I
Videos
Video: First Listen to 'Cold Feet' from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-30 17:13:00
Video: Chris McCarrell, Caitlin Houlahan, Karen Ziemba & More in PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-18 16:06:28
Video: Caitlin Houlahan Sings from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-17 14:05:13
Video: Hannah Corneau Sings 'I Haven't Slept in Years' from South Coast Rep's PRELUDE TO A KISS, THE MUSICAL
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-19 15:57:04
VIDEO: Get A First Look at RENT at Theatre Under The Stars, Directed by Ty Defoe
by Alan Henry - 2023-05-17 16:29:38
VIDEO: THE LIGHTNING THIEF Performs Encore With Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Students!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-07-01 15:15:17
VIDEO: Watch Chris McCarrell Perform From THE LIGHTNING THIEF Musical
by Rachel Katz - 2019-04-25 16:15:49
Bring on the Monsters! THE LIGHTNING THIEF Trio Talks Life on the Road & More
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2019-02-23 12:01:00
VIDEO: First Look At The National Tour Of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-01-15 21:10:25
VIDEO: Chris McCarrell Performs 'Good Kid' from THE LIGHTNING THIEF
by Julie Musbach - 2019-01-07 15:13:19
News
Photos: First Look at Nick Blaemire’s SOON Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
Nick Blaemire’s apocalyptic chamber musical SOON has officially opened Off-Broadway at the East Village Basement. Directed by Will Blum. See photos of production.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
Nick Blaemire’s apocalyptic chamber musical SOON has officially opened Off-Broadway at the East Village Basement. Directed by Will Blum. See photos of production.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Will Close in London and Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will finish its run at The Other Palace in June and then embark on a UK tour later this year. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will finish its run at The Other Palace in June and then embark on a UK tour later this year. Learn more here!
Photos: Morgan Gregory and More in THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
Morgan Gregory is now leading The Lightning Thief at the Other Palace, which plays through August 31. Check out photos and learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
Morgan Gregory is now leading The Lightning Thief at the Other Palace, which plays through August 31. Check out photos and learn more about the production here!
Morgan Gregory and More Join THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will welcome a new cast as the musical continues performances at The Other Palace. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will welcome a new cast as the musical continues performances at The Other Palace. Learn more about the cast here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Boston Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: First Listen to 'Cold Feet' from PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - Sep 30, 2024
Get a first look at 'Cold Feet' from Milwaukee Rep's Prelude to a Kiss the Musical,where Rita confronts Peter on his (or perhaps really her) nerves on their wedding day. Watch as they discover just how deep their love really is.
by Joshua Wright - Sep 30, 2024
Get a first look at 'Cold Feet' from Milwaukee Rep's Prelude to a Kiss the Musical,where Rita confronts Peter on his (or perhaps really her) nerves on their wedding day. Watch as they discover just how deep their love really is.
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For PRELUDE TO A KISS at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - Aug 26, 2024
Go inside rehearsals for Milwaukee Repertory Theater's World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 26, 2024
Go inside rehearsals for Milwaukee Repertory Theater's World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (The Light in the Piazza), music by Daniel Messé (Amélie) and lyrics by Sean Hartley (Little Women) and Daniel Messé.
Videos