Benjamin Rauhala

Benjamin Rauhala is an American music director, producer, and performer.

Early life and education

Rauhala holds a Master's Degree in Orchestral Conducting from the University of Central Florida, and a Bachelor's Degree in Piano and Percussion from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.[1]

Career

Rauhala made his Broadway debut in 2016, playing in the pit for Fiddler on the Roof.[1] At the same time, he was the copyist for American Psycho.[2]

Rauhala is the co-creator of the Broadway Princess Party series, touring around the country with celebrated actresses like Susan Egan, Jodi Benson, Christy Altomare, Aisha Jackson, and Krysta Rodriguez.[3][4][5] Rauhala narrates the show as the "Fairy Godprince."[6] The concert series began in 2018.[6]

In 2019, Rauhaula co-founded "Write Out Loud" with Taylor Louderman, a competition for emerging songwriters.[7][8]

In 2024, Rauhala was the music director for the American Theatre Wing Gala.[9]

Rauhala produces the 'Broadway Loves' series at 54 Below, a cabaret-style performance where celebrated theatre performers cover songs by a well-known artist.[10]

Personal life

Rauhala is friends with Ariana DeBose; before DeBose hosted the Tony Awards in 2022, he posted a picture of them getting dressed up to sneak into afterparties in 2014.[11]

References

  1. ^ a b BWW, Team. "Benjamin Rauhala (Actor, Music Director): Credits, Bio, News & More | Broadway World". www.broadwayworld.com. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  2. ^ "Benjamin Rauhala". BSO. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  3. ^ westendframe (2019-11-29). "Interview: Broadway's Benjamin Rauhala, Music Director & Fairy-God Fairy". West End Frame. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  4. ^ Wright, Joshua. "Christy Altomare Will Replace Laura Osnes On DISNEY PRINCESS - THE CONCERT Tour". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  5. ^ "Broadway Princess Party". 54 Below. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  6. ^ a b Hertvik, Nicole (2022-04-28). "Broadway Belle Susan Egan dishes on 'Disney Princess: The Concert'". DC Theater Arts. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  7. ^ "About". writeoutloudcontest.com. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  8. ^ Clement, Olivia (April 3, 2020). "Check Out the Winners of the 2020 Taylor Louderman-Led Write Out Loud Songwriting Competition".
  9. ^ "Jenn Colella, Michael Urie, James Monroe Iglehart, Nikki Renée Daniels, More to Perform at 2024 American Theatre Wing Gala". Playbill. Archived from the original on 2025-02-12. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  10. ^ Wild, Stephi. "BROADWAY LOVES SABRINA CARPENTER Comes to 54 Below in August". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
  11. ^ "Ariana DeBose Reveals She Once Snuck into Tony Awards Afterparties, Shares Throwback Snap". People.com. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
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