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Ben Williams BIO

In 2009, Ben won the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Bass Competition. The honor included a recording contract with Concord Records through which he released his debut album, State of Art, in 2011.

His album Coming of Age, was released in April 2015.

Williams is a member of guitarist Pat Metheny's Unity Band, which won the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album.

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Ben Williams STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere, 2013
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2012
Michaelis

[Off-Broadway]
New York Theatre Workshop Production, 2011
Performer

Ben Williams Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer

Ben Williams Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Sound Design

Ben WilliamsThe Select


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Sound Design

Ben Williams, The Select (The Sun Also Rises)


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The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Sound Design

Ben Williams, The Select (The Sun Also Rises)

The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Sound Design

Ben Williams, Gatz

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TikTok Star Tayler Holder Drops Collaboration With Cory Asbury

Explore the exciting collaboration between TikTok star turned singer-songwriter, Tayler Holder, and Christian music powerhouse, Cory Asbury. Discover how Holder's comeback is making waves in the music industry. This song was written with Cory Asbury, Paul Maybury and Harrison Hackett (produced by Andy Sheridan and co-produced by Ben Williams).

Säje Wins GRAMMY Award In Best Arrangement, Instruments And Vocals Category

The track comes from their self-titled, self-funded, self-produced and self-released debut full-length, which has earned acclaim from Billboard, WRTI, Jazziz, KNKX, Grimy Goods, Downbeat, Forbes, and more. säje is made up of Los Angeles-based Sara Gazarek and Erin Bentlage and Seattle-situated Johnaye Kendrick and Amanda Taylor. 

OUR CLASS Enters Final Week of Performances at Brooklyn Academy Of Music

New Yorkers have only one more week to see Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, currently running at Brooklyn Academy of Music. Learn how to purchase tickets!

OUR CLASS Extended Through February 11 At Brooklyn Academy Of Music

'Our Class' extends its run at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Fisher Fishman Space until February 11. Don't miss this captivating production.

Photos: First Look at OUR CLASS at Brooklyn Academy of Music

All new production photos have been released from Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, currently running at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Fisher (Fishman Space) for its New York premiere. Check out the photos here!

The Milt Hinton Institute For Studio Bass At NJPAC To Welcome Young Musicians For Summer Program At Montclair State University

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) will host the Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass, an exceptional summer music education program for teens, in residence at Montclair State University, in July 2024. 

NJPAC to Host The Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass Summer Music Education Program for Teens

The Milt Hinton Summer Camp is all about that bass! Join us for a summer experience dedicated to the famous bass player, Milt Hinton. Learn from top-notch instructors and immerse yourself in the world of bass playing.

OUR CLASS To Be A Featured Production At Under The Radar Festival 2024

'OUR CLASS' is set to make its New York premiere at BAM as a featured production at the Under the Radar Festival 2024. Don't miss this exciting play!

Full Cast Set for OUR CLASS at BAM Starring Alexandra Silber, Richard Topol & More

Our Class, the award-winning play by Tadeusz Słobodzianek, which will premiere at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) for its New York premiere in January, has revealed its cast. Learn how to purchase tickets!

säje's Self-Titled Album Debuts in Top 3 on Billboard Jazz Charts

The album debuted atop multiple Billboard Charts: #2 Top Contemporary Jazz Albums, #3 Top Jazz Albums, #47 Top Current Album Sales, #81 Top Album Sales, and #21 Emerging Artists Chart. säje includes tracks that encompass originals, reimagined jazz standards, and inventive interpretations of contemporary tunes by YEBBA, Bad Plus, and The Beatles.

Zach Bryan, Carrie Underwood & More Nominated For CMA Awards - Full List of Nominations!

Top nominees include first-time nominee Jelly Roll with five nominations, while Luke Combs and HARDY collect four nominations each. Jordan Davis, Ashley McBryde, producer/mix engineer Joey Moi, songwriter/producer Jordan Schmidt, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and musician/producer Derek Wells secure three nominations apiece.

Elevator Repair Service's ULYSSES is Coming to the Fisher Center at Bard in September

Discover the highly anticipated premiere of Elevator Repair Service's adaptation of James Joyce's 'Ulysses' at the Fisher Center at Bard in September. Get ready to experience the magic of this unique theatrical production that brings the epic novel to life on stage.

Tayler Holder Releases New Single 'Til She's Gone'

Following the success of his recent release Holder he is busy getting ready for his debut US tour opening for Dylan Scott on his ‘This Town’s Been Too Good To Us” Tour coming to the US this Fall. In addition, to Tayler, fellow Country Singer-Songwriter Matt Schuster will also be joining the tour in support of Dylan Scott. 

New Film Celebrates 10 Years of National Youth Dance Company; Oona Doherty is Announced as Next Guest Artistic Director

Sadler’s Wells has released a film on Digital Stage celebrating the first 10 years of National Youth Dance Company (NYDC) and announced that acclaimed choreographer Oona Doherty will be Guest Artistic Director for 2023/24.

Butterfly Black featuring Ben Williams and Syndee Winters Unveil Soulful New Single 'B.R.B.'

Winters is a commanding Broadway stage singer, dancer and actor, who has performed in such defining productions as Hamilton, The Lion King, Pippin, Motown The Musical, and Jesus Christ Superstar. Before working on Broadway, she was a dancer for the New York Knicks basketball team and a hip-hop and soul singer.

Tickets On Sale Today For Perelman Performing Arts Center's Inaugural Season

Tickets for Perelman Performing Arts Center's (PAC NYC) inaugural season performances beginning in September are on public sale today, Friday, June 23, at 10 am.

Miranda Joan Drops Double Single 'Too Much' & 'Coffee'

Listen to the new soul-drenched double single 'Too Much' and 'Coffee' by alt pop/R&B Canadian singer/songwriter Miranda Joan. Miranda Joan has found success sharing the stage with high profile artists including Andy Grammar, Lorde, Shawn Mendes and more.

THE LION KING North American Tour to Welcome Back Syndee Winters as 'Nala'

The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome back Syndee Winters as “Nala” from August 22 through October 29, 2023. Learn how to purchase tickets to The Lion King!

Sadler's Wells Digital Stage Launches Motion Picture: New Collaborations in Dance and Film

Sadler’s Wells Digital Stage presents a new series of short films pairing top choreographers and filmmakers, launching on Thursday 8 June. 

The Rita Moreno Awards 2023 Nominees Announced

The Rita Moreno Awards has announced the 2023 nominees. See the full list!

Ben Williams FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Ben Williams been nominated for?

Ben Williams has been nominated for the following awards: - Sound Design (Obie Awards) for The Select - Sound Design (Obie Awards) for The Select (The Sun Also Rises) - Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for The Select (The Sun Also Rises) - Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Gatz.

What awards has Ben Williams won?

Ben Williams has won the Obie Awards for Sound Design for The Select (The Sun Also Rises). He also won the Outstanding Sound Design award at The Lortels for The Select (The Sun Also Rises).

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