Music: Daniel Messé
‍Book: Craig Lucas
Lyrics: Nathan Tysen, Daniel Messé
Nominated for three Olivier Awards, and based on the film by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, Amélie tells the enchanting story of a young woman who lives quietly in the world but vibrantly in her imagination. Secretly performing small acts of kindness, she brings unexpected joy to those around her. But when love comes her way, Amélie must step out of her whimsical comfort zone and take a leap of faith to find happiness. Filled with charm, humor, and an uplifting score, Amélie is a heartwarming tale of love, connection, and courage.
Music: Jason Howland
‍Book: Kait Kerrigan
‍Lyrics: Nathan Tysen
THE TONY-AWARD WINNING MUSICAL NOW ON BROADWAY AND THE WEST END. Transporting audiences to the lavish Roaring Twenties, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless story follows eccentric and mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby, who will stop at nothing in the pursuit of the lost love of his youth, Daisy Buchanan. Through its fascinatingly nuanced characters, driven by complex inner lives erupting with extravagance and longing – this epic tale has always been destined to sing. Now, it finally comes to life on the stage, through an electrifying jazz and pop-infused score, and a grand production befitting the 21st century.
Music: Jason Howland
‍Book: Christina Anderson, Marcus Gardley, Craig Lucas, Larry Kirwan
Lyrics: Nathan Tysen, Masi Asare
Nominated for 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Original Score.
It’s 1863 and in a 20-block area of Manhattan known as the Five Points, Black and Irish Americans live side by side, work together, marry, and for a brief period realize racial harmony. However, the intensifying Civil War soon results in the first-ever Federal draft, leading to riots as Whites are called to enlist while Blacks are barred from serving. Will the hard-won bonds of friendship, community, and family in the Five Points prevail or be severed forever?
Music: Chris Miller
Lyrics: Nathan Tysen
A 19-song journey across America, featuring a diverse ensemble of six performers, Fugitive Songs is half-musical, half-hootenanny spotlighting people on the run: a disgruntled sandwich shop worker, a jilted cheerleader,Patty Hearst fanatics, a reluctant stoner-turned-robber, and more. Blending folk, pop, and gospel, this innovative song cycle offers exceptional material for skilled singers and delivers poignant, thought-provoking lyrics that explore each character's "reasons to run."
Music: Jason Howland
Book: Kait Kerrigan, Rachel Axler
Lyrics: Nathan Tysen
A hilarious and irreverent send-up to musicals and the classic murder mystery.  When Varthur McArthur invites his troupe of disgruntled actors and collaborators to the first read of an “immersive murder mystery dinner party,” no one knew that he would be the victim. Or did they?  Untested detective Justine Case vows to find out whodunnit as she uncovers secret affairs, life-long grudges, backstage drama, and a lot of musical theatre razzle dazzle. Originally created over lockdown as a web-series filmed in the homes of Broadway’s favorites, this new musical is now available to be performed remotely online as well as live on stage.
Music: Frank Wildhorn
‍Book: Daniel Goldstein
Lyrics: Nathan Tysen
Kane and Abel: The Musical is an epic tale of ambition, rivalry, and the pursuit of power, reimagined for the stage. Based on Jeffrey Archer's best-selling novel, this sweeping musical follows the lives of two men—one born into wealth, the other into poverty—whose destinies intertwine in a decades-long battle for success and legacy. Featuring a dynamic score blending jazz and classic musical theatre with modern pop influences, Kane and Abel explores themes of family, betrayal, and the relentless drive to overcome adversity.
Music: Chris Miller
‍Book: Claudia Shear, Tim Federle
‍Lyrics: Nathan Tysen
Based on the popular young adult novel by Natalie Babbitt, Tuck Everlasting is a heartwarming musical about 11-year-old Winnie Foster, whose life changes forever when she meets the mysterious Tuck family. Discovering their secret of eternal life, Winnie is faced with an extraordinary choice: to live forever or embrace the beauty of a finite life. With a sweeping score and uplifting story, Tuck Everlasting reminds us all to make the most of the time we have.
Music: Chris Miller
‍Book: Nathan Tysen, Chris Miller
‍Lyrics: Nathan Tysen
Dreamland (or a musical riff on Shakespeare's Midsummer set during the declassification of Area 51) is exactly what the title says it is, or is it? Who thought it would be a good idea to give a group of high school honor students access to a top-secret military base two days before it opens to the public? Will there be aliens? Maybe. A show choir? Definitely. Dreamland is an over-the-top, B-movie-style musical comedy with a score that blends contemporary musical theatre pop with the smooth sounds of the 1950s.
Music: Chris Miller
‍Book: Mariana Elder
‍Lyrics: Nathan Tysen
The Burnt Part Boys, is a coming-of-age musical adventure set in 1960s Appalachia. It follows two brothers, 18-year-old Jake and 14-year-old Pete, as they embark on a life-changing journey to the abandoned coal mine that claimed their father's life a decade earlier. Joined by an eclectic band of friends, the boys confront their shared past, navigate the complexities of grief, and discover the bonds that hold them together. Featuring a soaring, elegiac bluegrass and pop-inspired score, The Burnt Part Boys is a powerful story about family, forgiveness, and finding hope in the face of loss.

REVIVAL
Music by Chris Miller
Book by Nathan Tysen & Chris Miller
Lyrics by Nathan Tysen

BLOWN SIDEWAYS THROUGH LIFE
Music by Chris Miller
Book by Claudia Shear
Lyrics by Nathan Tysen  

THE UNTITLED JOE HILL PROJECT
Music by Nils-Petter Ankarblom
Book & Lyrics by Nathan Tysen
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Nathan is a Tony and Grammy-nominated writer whose recent work includes lyrics for THE GREAT GATSBY (currently on Broadway and the West End), PARADISE SQUARE (Ten Tony nominations), and the cult favorite digital musical A KILLER PARTY (all with music by Jason Howland). Additional Broadway and West End credits include the Grammy and Olivier-nominated AMÉLIE (music and co-lyrics by Dan Messé) and TUCK EVERLASTING (music by Chris Miller). Other work with Miller includes lyrics for THE BURNT PART BOYS, FUGITIVE SONGS, and DREAMLAND (OR A MUSICAL RIFF ON SHAKESPEARE’S MIDSUMMER SET DURING THE DECLASSIFICATION OF AREA 51).
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An accomplished writer and performer of children’s music, he and Miller have penned tunes for SESAME STREET (2012 Daytime Emmy Award) ELMO’S WORLD, THE ELECTRIC COMPANY, as well as written two circuses for Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey, and an adaptation of Chris Van Allsburg’s picture book THE MYSTERIES OF HARRIS BURDICK. Current projects include an adaptation of Jeffrey Archer’s KANE & ABEL (music by Frank Wildhorn), REVIVAL (music by Miller, based on Willa Cather’s short story Eric Hermannson’s Soul), and adaptations of Claudia Shear’s BLOWN SIDEWAYS THROUGH LIFE (music by Miller) and Ira Sachs’ film LOVE IS STRANGE (music by Messé).  He is also working with composer Nils-Peter Ankarblom on THE UNTITLED JOE HILL PROJECT, a theatrical choral piece about the fabled songwriter and activist.
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Nathan writes and performs with the band Joe’s Pet Project, with whom he composed the rock theatre piece STILLWATER. He was also a contributing lyricist to the musical revue STARS OF DAVID and has written material for the Broadway Inspirational Voices and BCEA’s Red Bucket Follies.
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In 2014 Nathan won both the Edward Kleban prize for most promising lyricist and the Fred Ebb award for excellence in musical theatre songwriting. His shows have been nominated for Tony, Olivier, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, Drama League, and Lucille Lortel awards. He is the recipient of awards and grants from Jonathan Larson, Richard Rodgers, Daryl Roth, Kitty Carlisle Hart, ASCAP, and the NEA. Nathan has worked for over a decade writing and directing for the Lovewell Institute for the Creative Arts, helping to create over a dozen new musicals with young adults. He has also taught lyric writing, songwriting, and auditioning masterclasses around the world.  Nathan is a proud member of ASCAP and the Dramatist Guild. MFA: NYU Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, BFA: Missouri State Univ. Husband to writer Kait Kerrigan, father to Lucy and Tess. More info at MILLERandTYSEN.com
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*Cast albums, sheet music, and licensing available for most shows listed above.