Ian Eisendrath
Ian Eisendrath is an Olivier Award-winning and Grammy-nominated American music supervisor, arranger, music director, and music producer, known for his work in theatre, film, and television.
Early life and education
Eisendrath graduated from the University of Michigan School of Music. From 2003 to 2016, he served as Director of New Work Development and Music Supervisor at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle.Career
Theatre
Eisendrath was the music supervisor, arranger, and conductor for the international productions of Come From Away; including Broadway, London, Toronto, Australia, and the North American tour. The production's London company won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Musical in 2019, and Eisendrath shared in the award for Outstanding Achievement in Music.He also served in similar roles for the Broadway productions of Diana and A Christmas Story, as well as theatre projects at La Jolla Playhouse, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Seattle Symphony, ACT, TUTS, Ordway, Casa Mañana, and the Banff Centre for the Arts.
Film and television
Eisendrath has held roles as executive music producer, vocal producer, conductor, and arranger for major film and television projects, including:- KPop Demon Hunters
- Disney’s Snow White
- Only Murders in the Building
- Spirited
- Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
- The Deb
- Diana
- A Christmas Story Live!
- Come From Away
Awards and nominations
- Best New Musical and Outstanding Achievement in Music
- Best Musical Theater Album