Brian Usifer
Latest News on Brian Usifer:
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: The Neil Diamond Musical Tickets Are Now On Sale (Jul 13, 2024)
Up on the Marquee: SWEPT AWAY (Jul 1, 2024)
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Comes to the Bushnell This October (Jun 18, 2024)
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: The Neil Diamond Musical Tickets Are Now On Sale (Jul 13, 2024)
Up on the Marquee: SWEPT AWAY (Jul 1, 2024)
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Comes to the Bushnell This October (Jun 18, 2024)
Brian Usifer BIO
Arranger, Orchestrator, and Music Director. Broadway: Music Director of Disney’s Frozen, Music Director of Kinky Boots, currently the Associate Music Supervisor of The Book of Mormon. Associate Music Supervisor of Kinky Boots on Tour, in London and in Toronto. Regional: Chess (Kennedy Center) and Follies (Barrington Stage Co.) Concerts: Bobby and Kristen Lopez: American Songbook at Lincoln Center, Clay Aiken “Tried and True DVD,” for PBS. As an orchestrator; The Heart of Rock and Roll featuring the catalog of Huey Lewis, Swept Away by the Avett Brothers, Mr. Chickee’s Funny Money by Motown legend Lamont Dozier, and Into the Wild. Additional orchestrations: NBC’s The Wiz Live, NBC's Annie Live, and can be heard as a pianist on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel on Amazon.
Brian Usifer Photos
The Cast and Creative Team of "Swept Away" including Bob Crawford, Adrian Blake Enscoe, Wayne Duvall, John Logan, Scott Avett, Michael Mayer, Rachel Hauck, John Gallagher, Jr., Stark Sands, Seth Avett, Hunter Brown, Matt DeAngelis, Taurean Everett, Cameron Johnson, Brandon Kalm, Michael J. Mainwaring, Orville Mendoza, Tyrone L. Robinson, John Sygar, Jamari Johnson Williams, Brian Usifer, Will Van Dyke, Chris Miller, David NeumannDate:
12/08/2023
From: Photos: The Avett Brothers Musical SWEPT AWAY Opens at Arena Stage!
Brian Usifer Productions
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2018]
Orchestrations
Arrangements
Music Supervision
As a composer, Brian’s latest project is a songwriting collaboration with Colin Donnell called The Nineteen Twenty. Available for sale on iTunes and everywhere music streams.
He holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from SUNY Fredonia and a Masters degree in Collaborative Piano from NYU and a Specialist Certificate in Orchestration from Berklee Online.
Brian Usifer Awards and Nominations
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2024 - Best Orchestrations
Brian Usifer, The Heart of Rock and Roll
Brian Usifer Videos
Video: GALILEO's Nicole Kyoung-Mi Lambert Sings National Anthem at San Francisco Giants Gameby Joshua Wright - Jun 5, 2024
Video: The Avett Brothers Announce SWEPT AWAY Broadway Transfer From Queens Concertby A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2024
Video: Watch an All New Trailer For GALILEO at Berkeley Repertory Theatre Starring Raul Esparzaby Stephi Wild - May 16, 2024
Video: Esparza and Kushnier Sing 'Believe the Day is Coming' from GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICALby Blair Ingenthron - Apr 27, 2024
Video: Go Behind The Scenes Of The Set for MAY WE ALL at Hale Center Theatreby Joshua Wright - Apr 4, 2024
Video: Brian Kelley Invites Audiences To See MAY WE ALL at Hale Center Theatreby Joshua Wright - Mar 7, 2024
Video: Watch Corey Cott & More in THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Music Videoby Nicole Rosky - Feb 23, 2024
Video: Nick Fradiani Performs 'If You Know What I Mean' in A BEAUTIFUL NOISEby Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2024
Video: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Celebrates Neil Diamond's Birthday By Singing 'Sweet Caroline' With Him on FaceTimeby Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2024
Video: Nick Fradiani Performs 'Stadium Medley' in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICALby Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2024
Video: Watch Nick Fradiani Sing 'Holly Holy' in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICALby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024
VIDEO: The Company of THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Reveals Their Favorite Lines In the Showby A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2023
Video: Get a First Look at The Avett Brothers' SWEPT AWAY at Arena Stageby Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023
Video: Neil Diamond Talks Life with Parkinson's and A BEAUTIFUL NOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNINGby Blair Ingenthron - Apr 2, 2023
Video: A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Sets Cast Recording; Go Behind the Scenesby Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2022
VIDEO: First Look at Heidi Blickenstaff, Bligh Voth & More in MAY WE ALL: A NEW COUNTRY MUSICALby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2022Brian Usifer News
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: The Neil Diamond Musical Tickets Are Now On Sale
Producers Ken Davenport, Bob Gaudio and NETworks Presentations with the Fabulous Fox Theatre have announced that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, are on sale now.
Producers Ken Davenport, Bob Gaudio and NETworks Presentations with the Fabulous Fox Theatre have announced that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, are on sale now.
Up on the Marquee: SWEPT AWAY
Check out pics of the new marquee for Swept Away at the Longacre Theatre.
Check out pics of the new marquee for Swept Away at the Longacre Theatre.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Comes to the Bushnell This October
The Bushnell has announced that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, will go on sale starting June 21. A BEAUTIFUL NOISE makes its Hartford, Conn. premiere at The Bushnell October 1 - 6, 2024.
The Bushnell has announced that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, will go on sale starting June 21. A BEAUTIFUL NOISE makes its Hartford, Conn. premiere at The Bushnell October 1 - 6, 2024.
The Avett Brothers' SWEPT AWAY Sets Broadway Dates and Theatre
The new musical Swept Away, with music by The Avett Brothers, has found its Broadway home and set a first performance date! It was previously announced that the production would open this fall. Now, it has been announced via a story on the show's official Instagram account, that performances will begin on October 29 at the Longacre Theatre.
The new musical Swept Away, with music by The Avett Brothers, has found its Broadway home and set a first performance date! It was previously announced that the production would open this fall. Now, it has been announced via a story on the show's official Instagram account, that performances will begin on October 29 at the Longacre Theatre.
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Sets Closing Date
The Heart of Rock and Roll will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm. At the time of closing, the show will have played 24 previews and 72 performances.
The Heart of Rock and Roll will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm. At the time of closing, the show will have played 24 previews and 72 performances.
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released June 14
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services. Learn more about how to pre-save the album here!
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services. Learn more about how to pre-save the album here!
Tickets For A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL in Providence Go On Sale This Weekend
Individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, will go on sale online this weekend.
Individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, will go on sale online this weekend.
Video: GALILEO's Nicole Kyoung-Mi Lambert Sings National Anthem at San Francisco Giants Game
GALILEO's very own Nicole Kyoung-Mi Lambert stole the show at last Wednesday's SF Giants game with her stunning performance of the National Anthem. Check out her performance in this all-new video.
GALILEO's very own Nicole Kyoung-Mi Lambert stole the show at last Wednesday's SF Giants game with her stunning performance of the National Anthem. Check out her performance in this all-new video.
THE GREAT GATSBY, THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL & More Win at the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards
BroadwayWorld is thrilled to announce the winners of the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
BroadwayWorld is thrilled to announce the winners of the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Katrina Lenk, Amber Gray, Aisha De Haas & More to Star in Second Annual FREEFEST
The New Group has revealed the casts for its second annual FreeFest, featuring a diverse lineup of performances and events. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
The New Group has revealed the casts for its second annual FreeFest, featuring a diverse lineup of performances and events. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Final Days To Vote For the 21st Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards
The latest standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
The latest standings have been announced for the 21st Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards, honoring and celebrating the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Stephanie J. Block, Rob McClure, and More Receive 2024 Helen Hayes Awards
On May 20, 2024, the 40th Helen Hayes Awards took place at The Anthem on the District Wharf, with over 1,600 theatre-makers and theatre supporters in attendance. Learn more about the winners here!
On May 20, 2024, the 40th Helen Hayes Awards took place at The Anthem on the District Wharf, with over 1,600 theatre-makers and theatre supporters in attendance. Learn more about the winners here!
The New Group Reveals Lineup For FREEFEST
The New Group has announced the lineup for the second annual FreeFest, a weeklong festival of FREE readings, featuring new works that embrace radical expression.
The New Group has announced the lineup for the second annual FreeFest, a weeklong festival of FREE readings, featuring new works that embrace radical expression.
Nick Fradiani Will Lead A BEAUTIFUL NOISE On Tour
Nick Fradiani, currently starring as ‘Neil Diamond – Then’ on Broadway in A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, will launch the multi-year North American Tour in the title role.
Nick Fradiani, currently starring as ‘Neil Diamond – Then’ on Broadway in A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, will launch the multi-year North American Tour in the title role.
Video: The Avett Brothers Announce SWEPT AWAY Broadway Transfer From Queens Concert
Tonight, live from the stage at Forest Hills Stadium, The Avett Brothers announced that their new musical Swept Away will begin previews on Broadway this fall at a Shubert theater to-be-announced. Watch the video!
Tonight, live from the stage at Forest Hills Stadium, The Avett Brothers announced that their new musical Swept Away will begin previews on Broadway this fall at a Shubert theater to-be-announced. Watch the video!
The Avett Brothers' SWEPT AWAY To Open On Broadway In Fall 2024
The new musical Swept Away, with music by The Avett Brothers, will begin performances on Broadway this fall.
The new musical Swept Away, with music by The Avett Brothers, will begin performances on Broadway this fall.
Review Roundup: GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICAL World Premiere at Berkeley Rep
The world premiere of Galileo: A Rock Musical is now on stage Berkeley Rep now through Sunday, June 23, 2024.
The world premiere of Galileo: A Rock Musical is now on stage Berkeley Rep now through Sunday, June 23, 2024.
Video: Watch an All New Trailer For GALILEO at Berkeley Repertory Theatre Starring Raul Esparza
An all new trailer has been released for GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICAL, starring Raúl Esparza, Jeremy Kushnier, and more, at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Check out the video here!
An all new trailer has been released for GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICAL, starring Raúl Esparza, Jeremy Kushnier, and more, at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Check out the video here!
GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICAL Starring Raúl Esparza Extends at Berkeley Rep
Due to popular ticket demand, Berkeley Repertory Theatre has extended the world premiere musical, Galileo: A Rock Musical. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Due to popular ticket demand, Berkeley Repertory Theatre has extended the world premiere musical, Galileo: A Rock Musical. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Video: Nick Fradiani Receives Neil Diamond's Guitar at A BEAUTIFUL NOISE
Following a recent performance of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, Nick Fradiani received a special unexpected gift! Check out the video here!
Following a recent performance of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical, Nick Fradiani received a special unexpected gift! Check out the video here!
Brian Usifer FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Brian Usifer been nominated for?
Brian Usifer has been nominated for Best Orchestrations at the BroadwayWorld Awards for The Heart of Rock and Roll.
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