Lynne Shankel
Latest News on Lynne Shankel:
NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS Returns For The 16th Year At Joe's Pub (Dec 6, 2025)
Beth Malone, Isabelle McCalla, and More Join FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS (Oct 17, 2025)
Taylor Iman Jones, Grey Henson and More to Star in NAMT's 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS (Sep 29, 2025)
NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS Returns For The 16th Year At Joe's Pub (Dec 6, 2025)
Beth Malone, Isabelle McCalla, and More Join FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS (Oct 17, 2025)
Taylor Iman Jones, Grey Henson and More to Star in NAMT's 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS (Sep 29, 2025)
Photos
Front row, L to R: Shaina Taub, Masi Asare, Lynne Shankel, Bonnie Comley (Broadway HD), Georgia Stitt, Kathy Sommer, Kara Unterberg (The NY SongSpace)
Back row, L to R: Kailey Marshall, Minhui Lee, Macy Schmidt, Rona Siddiqui, Christie Baugher, Lisa DeSpa
Date:
05/09/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Inside The MAESTRA May Seminar, Featuring Bonnie Comley and More
Productions
[Broadway, 2008]
Music Arranger
Musical Director
Keyboard 1
Conductor
Composer (Incidental Music)
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Keyboards
Musical Director
Orchestrator
Musical Director
Keyboards
Orchestrator
Dance Music Arranger
Music Arranger (Additional Arrangements)
Conductor
Conductor
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Lynne ShankelThe Extraordinary Ordinary
Videos
Exclusive: Listen to 'Why I Kill' From Michael R. Jackson's WHITE GIRL IN DANGER
by Stephi Wild - 2024-03-28 09:26:04
Video: Watch Jessica Vosk, Jay Armstrong Johnson, and More Perform at BROADWAY BARES: PLEASURE PARK
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-06-25 15:03:53
Video: Mykal Kilgore Performs the BROADWAY BARES: PLEASURE PARK Finale in Rehearsal
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-06-18 10:39:56
Video: Watch Art Transform the Lives of Kids with Disabilities in EVERYBODY DANCE Documentary
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-03-15 15:11:03
VIDEO: Jason Tam & Bonnie Milligan Belt Out the Broadway Bares XXX Opening Number
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-06-29 17:56:11
VIDEO: Watch ALTAR BOYZ Casts Reunite to Sing a Heavenly 'I Believe'
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-07-02 11:47:23
VIDEO: Donna Lynn, Sara Cooper, and Lynne Shankel Talk as Part of Goodspeed's IN THE (HOME) OFFICE Series
by Stephi Wild - 2020-05-15 06:42:22
BWW Exclusive: Watch Liz Callaway Sing from Carmel Dean's WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-02-11 13:50:56
VIDEO: Inside The Record-Breaking 2019 BROADWAY BARES: TAKE OFF
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-06-17 17:27:47
VIDEO: Inside THE WHO'S TOMMY Starring Casey Cott, Christian Borle and More
by Julie Musbach - 2019-05-13 11:15:18
STAGE TUBE: ALLEGIANCE's Lea Salonga, George Takei, Telly Leung, and Katie Rose Clarke Perform at Barnes and Noble
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2016-02-06 10:47:05
VIDEO: ALLEGIANCE's George Takei Explains Why Internment Was Not Remembered
by Michael Dale - 2016-02-03 17:54:44
BWW Exclusive: Listen to SCHOOL OF ROCK's Alex Brightman Sing 'Mean to You' on Jonathan Reid Gealt's New Album!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-12-02 15:00:41
STAGE TUBE: Lea Salonga Performs and Discusses ALLEGIANCE
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-06-13 17:23:57
News
NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS Returns For The 16th Year At Joe's Pub
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025
Arts Ignite will present the 16th annual New York City Christmas concert at Joe’s Pub, bringing together a wide range of Broadway artists to support arts education initiatives.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025
Arts Ignite will present the 16th annual New York City Christmas concert at Joe’s Pub, bringing together a wide range of Broadway artists to support arts education initiatives.
Beth Malone, Isabelle McCalla, and More Join FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the complete casting and more details about the lineup for the 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the complete casting and more details about the lineup for the 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. Learn more here!
Taylor Iman Jones, Grey Henson and More to Star in NAMT's 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed the initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed the initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. Learn more!
Nominations Announced For The 2025 Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2025
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) has announced nominations for the 45th Anniversary Dora Mavor Moore Awards presented by the Romano D’Andrea Foundation. The Awards will be presented on Monday, June 30 at Toronto’s Meridian Hall.
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2025
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) has announced nominations for the 45th Anniversary Dora Mavor Moore Awards presented by the Romano D’Andrea Foundation. The Awards will be presented on Monday, June 30 at Toronto’s Meridian Hall.
Paper Mill Playhouse Will Hold Private Industry Presentation For New Musical PERPETUAL SUNSHINE & THE GHOST GIRLS
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2025
A private industry presentation of the Richard Rodgers Award-winning musical Perpetual Sunshine & the Ghost Girls will take place at Paper Mill Playhouse on Monday, May 19.
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2025
A private industry presentation of the Richard Rodgers Award-winning musical Perpetual Sunshine & the Ghost Girls will take place at Paper Mill Playhouse on Monday, May 19.
Interview: SISTER ACT: BEHIND THE HABIT with William Yanesh
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 17, 2025
Today is our fourth installment of Sister Act: Behind The Habit series. So far this week we have met three performers that bring the show to life onstage eight performances a week. Today we are going to meet the man that sits in front of the performers in the orchestra pit conducting and playing one of the keyboards as part of the red hot eight piece Sister Act band. Please meet Maestro William Yanesh.
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 17, 2025
Today is our fourth installment of Sister Act: Behind The Habit series. So far this week we have met three performers that bring the show to life onstage eight performances a week. Today we are going to meet the man that sits in front of the performers in the orchestra pit conducting and playing one of the keyboards as part of the red hot eight piece Sister Act band. Please meet Maestro William Yanesh.
Lindsay Mendez, Jessica Vosk, and More Join NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2024
Arts Ignite has announced the 15th anniversary of its annual benefit concert, New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit Arts Ignite, to take place Monday, December 9 at 7:00 PM at Joe's Pub at The Public in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2024
Arts Ignite has announced the 15th anniversary of its annual benefit concert, New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit Arts Ignite, to take place Monday, December 9 at 7:00 PM at Joe's Pub at The Public in New York City.
Lilli Cooper, Krystina Alabado & More Join WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Benefit Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024
Krystina Alabado, Klea Blackhurst, Lilli Cooper, Natalie Joy Johnson and Barbara Walsh will join the star-studded company of women participating in a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024
Krystina Alabado, Klea Blackhurst, Lilli Cooper, Natalie Joy Johnson and Barbara Walsh will join the star-studded company of women participating in a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Learn how to purchase tickets.
LaChanze, Ingrid Michaelson, and More Will Perform WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
For one night only, Carmel Dean’s acclaimed song cycle Well-Behaved Women will be presented on Monday, October 28th at The Town Hall at 7:30 PM, performed by an all-star cast of women.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024
For one night only, Carmel Dean’s acclaimed song cycle Well-Behaved Women will be presented on Monday, October 28th at The Town Hall at 7:30 PM, performed by an all-star cast of women.
Julie James to Host New York Theatre Barn's Awards Night
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2024
Sirius XM Radio’s Julie James will host New York Theatre Barn’s Awards Night honoring four women who have made an impact on the company’s 17-year history. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2024
Sirius XM Radio’s Julie James will host New York Theatre Barn’s Awards Night honoring four women who have made an impact on the company’s 17-year history. Learn more.
New York Theatre Barn's Awards Night will Honor Lynne Shankel, Nicole LaFountaine, Maria Torres, and Harmony Harris
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
New York Theatre Barn will honor four women who have made an impact on the company’s 17-year history at 7PM on October 7th, 2024 at Gotham Comedy Club (208 West 23rd Street).
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
New York Theatre Barn will honor four women who have made an impact on the company’s 17-year history at 7PM on October 7th, 2024 at Gotham Comedy Club (208 West 23rd Street).
SDSU New Musical Theatre Initiative Selects TOMORROW, THE ISLAND DIES For Full Production
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024
Out of a record 308 submissions, the San Diego State University New Musical Initiative has chosen Tomorrow, the Island Dies as this year's selection. Writer Ryan Scott Oliver will join with director Stephen Brotebeck, music director Robert Meffe and the SDSU MFA Musical Theatre cohort for a two-year development process culminating in a full production in the spring of 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024
Out of a record 308 submissions, the San Diego State University New Musical Initiative has chosen Tomorrow, the Island Dies as this year's selection. Writer Ryan Scott Oliver will join with director Stephen Brotebeck, music director Robert Meffe and the SDSU MFA Musical Theatre cohort for a two-year development process culminating in a full production in the spring of 2026.
SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024
The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!
Chilina Kennedy and Jake Epstein Will Lead Premiere of THE LAST TIMBIT, Produced by Michael Rubinoff
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2024
'Come From Away' originating producer Michael Rubinoff will produce the new musical 'The Last Timbit' starring Chilina Kennedy and Jake Epstein, with music and lyrics by Anika Johnson and Britta Johnson and a book by Nick Green.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2024
'Come From Away' originating producer Michael Rubinoff will produce the new musical 'The Last Timbit' starring Chilina Kennedy and Jake Epstein, with music and lyrics by Anika Johnson and Britta Johnson and a book by Nick Green.
Listen: WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2024
YELLOW SOUND LABEL has released White Girl in Danger: Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording – the new musical from Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson. Listen here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2024
YELLOW SOUND LABEL has released White Girl in Danger: Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording – the new musical from Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Michael R. Jackson. Listen here!
Exclusive: Listen to 'Why I Kill' From Michael R. Jackson's WHITE GIRL IN DANGER
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024
The original cast album for Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger will be released this Friday, March 29. We have your exclusive first listen of the song 'Why I Kill', performed by Tarra Conner Jones. Listen to the song here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024
The original cast album for Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger will be released this Friday, March 29. We have your exclusive first listen of the song 'Why I Kill', performed by Tarra Conner Jones. Listen to the song here!
San Diego State University to Present World Premiere of IN A SUNSHINE STATE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2024
In a Sunshine State, the newest production in SDSU’s New Musical Initiative will have its world premiere at the Main Stage Theatre at San Diego State University.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2024
In a Sunshine State, the newest production in SDSU’s New Musical Initiative will have its world premiere at the Main Stage Theatre at San Diego State University.
Michael R. Jackson's WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Will Receive Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2024
An original cast album will be released for Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger this month. The album will be released in streaming and digital formats from Yellow Sound Label on Friday, March 29.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2024
An original cast album will be released for Michael R. Jackson's White Girl in Danger this month. The album will be released in streaming and digital formats from Yellow Sound Label on Friday, March 29.
Jessica Vosk, Telly Leung, and More Set For NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS Benefit Concert Tonight at Joe's Pub
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2023
Arts Ignite's annual benefit concert, New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit Arts Ignite, will return tonight! The concert will take place Monday, December 11 at 7:00 PM at Joe’s Pub at The Public in New York City. Get your tickets now!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2023
Arts Ignite's annual benefit concert, New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit Arts Ignite, will return tonight! The concert will take place Monday, December 11 at 7:00 PM at Joe’s Pub at The Public in New York City. Get your tickets now!
Watch: LaChanze, Jenn Colella & More Featured in WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Music Videos
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2023
Experience the dynamic performances of LaChanze, Jenn Colella, and other Broadway stars in the WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN music videos
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2023
Experience the dynamic performances of LaChanze, Jenn Colella, and other Broadway stars in the WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN music videos
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Lynne Shankel been nominated for?
and Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Extraordinary Ordinary.
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