"Justly recognised by the gods of musical theatre for his alchemical hook-making."
Buchan & Barne - Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
About
I'm a songwriter and librettist, based in London and Wales. My shows include:
Awards & recognition
- The Rise and Fall of Vinnie & Paul was named a top 5 musical of 2023/24 by Music Theatre International.
- It was chosen for The Other Palace's Musical Bites season 2023.
- Wheatfield with Crows was nominated for the Stiles+Drewe Best New Song Prize 2022.
- The Mayfly Man was chosen by British Youth Music Theatre for its 2024 summer camp.
Sample videos
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Contact me
For commissions, co-writing, or anything else: mail@neilbastian.com
Interview
Listen to my song-by-song interview.
Praise
"Very accomplished... there's a great palpable energy in this show... very strong and moving. I'd produce it - 18/20. "
Music Theatre International award panel on 'Vinnie & Paul' - more judges' praise
"Neil's talent at writing earworms is unparalleled..."
Hilmi Jaidin - My Neighbour Totoro, Shift+Alt+Right
"I cannot wait for what will happen next with the show. It needs a fully staged production..."
Tyrone Baptiste of Curtain Call Reviews on 'Vinnie & Paul'. Read the review.
Music Theatre International award panel on 'Vinnie & Paul' - more judges' praise
"Neil's talent at writing earworms is unparalleled..."
Hilmi Jaidin - My Neighbour Totoro, Shift+Alt+Right
"I cannot wait for what will happen next with the show. It needs a fully staged production..."
Tyrone Baptiste of Curtain Call Reviews on 'Vinnie & Paul'. Read the review.
More
I'm a member of BML and Mercury Musical Developments.
My songs have been sung all over the West End:
- Above the Arts
- Crazy Coqs
- Iris Theatre
- Phoenix Arts Club
- Seven Dials Playhouse
- Soho Theatre
- The Other Palace